Accomplishment Report 2Nd Quarter 2018

ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT ND 2 QUARTER 2018

I. CHINESE DIVE KEY OPINION LEADERS (KOLs) TRIP TO CORON

Inclusive Dates: 02 April 2018 to 07 April 2018 12 participants Venue: Coron Nature of Activity: Invitational / Familiarization Trip

Short Description: DOT-China, through the Tourism Promotions Board will organize a familiarization tour for Chinese Dive Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in Coron, Palawan on 02-07 April 2018. Completed

This familiarization trip is in partnership with Wedive and Tencent. WeDive will co-organize and plan the trip with DOT-Beijing and TPB. Tencent will provide platforms for the KOLs media exposures during the trip and promote KOLs final video and other contents on their social media.

This is in response to the feedback from the Chinese Dive industry and for the Philippines to effectively promote its unique diving and tourism resources and better cater to the Chinese market.

II. INCENTIVE TOUR FOR THE TAX ACCOUNTANT CORPORATION SBC PARTNERS NAGOYA AND OSAKA Completed

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Inclusive Dates: 05 April 2018 to 08 April 2018 140 participants Venue: Shangri-La Mactan Resort and Spa, Cebu Nature of Activity: Incentive Trip

Short Description: PDOT-Osaka in partnership with JTB Corporate Sales Osaka Branch and ATTIC Tours Philippines, Inc., will organize an incentive tour for the Tax Accountant Corporation SBC Partners on 5-8 April 2018 in Cebu. JTB through PDOT-Osaka, requested the following assistance: welcome tarpaulin, welcome lei reception at Mactan Cebu International Airport, sponsorship of a cultural show 7 April 2018 at the Shangri-La Mactan Resort and Spa, Cebu and provision of souvenirs to all the participants.

III. TRAVEL AND EXPLORE LIANGA: PADDLE THE PACIFIC SURIGAO DEL SUR NATIONAL DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL

Inclusive Dates: 05 April 2018 to 08 April 2018 740 participants Venue: Lianga, Surigao del Sur Nature of Activity: Others - Financial Sponsorship Completed Short Description: The festival highlights the dragon boat clinic for junior paddlers and race competitions for elite paddlers participated in by 12 dragon boat teams nationwide. The activity also aim to promote the sport as a wholesome and

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The vision of the activity is to nurture an environment that inspires young professionals and sports enthusiasts to excel in their respective fields by keeping an optimistic outlook in life, maintain a healthy way of living, developing mental sharpness, strengthening individual and social harmony and harnessing leadership potentials through the dragon boat racing sport.

Activities include Live Bands in the evening, “tiangge” at the plaza, Press Conference, Fellowship Dinner, Cultural Night, Awarding & Closing Dinner. The main highlight of the festival are the dragon boat clinic for junior paddlers and race competitions for elite paddlers nationwide. Locals, tourists and visitors were given the opportunity to witness the athletic prowess of paddling teams up close with post-card worthy sceneries as backdrop.

Aside from the participating paddlers, other VIPs who graced the event included Surigao del Sur Governor Vicente T. Pimentel, Jr., 1st District Representative Prospero A. Pichay, Jr., 9 members from the Municipality of Lianga Sangguniang Bayan and a10 member contingent from DOT Region 13 lead by Mary Vil Cruz.

TPB’s financial assistance was granted to the Municipality of Lianga to cover for the pre-production/kits and accessories/marketing collaterals (sponsor

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IV. BLONDAL SALES & SERVICES SDN BHD INCENTIVE TRAVEL GROUP

Inclusive Dates: 05 April 2018 to 09 April 2018 63 participants Venue: Manila/ Pagsanjan, Laguna/ Corregidor Nature of Activity: Incentive Trip

Short Description: The Philippine Tourism – Malaysia referred to the TPB MICE Department the request of Trans-World Travel & Tour Sdn Bhd to provide airport reception, cultural show and giveaways for the participants of the Bondal Sales & Services Sdn Bhd Incentive Travel group scheduled to visit the Philippines on Completed 05-09 April 2018.

Trans-World Travel & Tour Sdn Bhd, Blondal's Malaysian Tour Operator, has over 35 years of experience and is one of Malaysia’s leading Convention and Incentive Travel Planners. Its reputation in the industry is being reliable, competitive and trustworthy in servicing the most sophisticated needs of its corporate travelers.

Blondal Sales & Service Malaysia is a Swedish Company based in Glenmarie, Selangor, Malaysia. A leading supplier of high quality water purification and

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The 63 participants of the Blondal incentive group is a mixture of Muslims and Non-Muslims (50%/50%). Their itinerary includes rolling tour of CCP, tour of Rizal Park and Intramuros, Pagsanjan, Corregidor and shopping. The group flew to and from the Philippines via Air Asia.

TPB assistance: ● Endorsement to DOT for airport reception with welcome leis; ● Provision of tourism brochures, corporate giveaways and Philippine delicacies.

V. MARINE DIVING FAIR (MDF) 2018

Inclusive Dates: 06 April 2018 to 08 April 2018 Venue: Sunshine City Convention Center, Ikebukuro, Tokyo, Japan Nature of Activity: International Trade and Consumer Fair Completed

Short Description: The Marine Diving Fair is an annual dive show organized in cooperation with the Marine Arts Center Co., Ltd. Dive-related properties and operators were

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PROGRAM / ACTIVITY / PROJECT STATUS OBJECTIVES Present Status of Program/Follow-ups: Title of Program/Activity/Project; Inclusive Dates; Venue; Nature of Activity (if not indicated Objectives of the Program/Activity/Project Completed/Ongoing/Cancelled/Rescheduled in the title); Short Description (please provide reason for non-implementation) invited to engage with their Japanese business counterparts and consumers. The Philippine booth was the second largest booth this year and a talk show by Mr. Koji Ishigaki was conducted. There were participation of private sectors from the Philippines, as well as raffle draws. For the booth, they conducted dice rolling games and baby shark trivia games.

Extra publicity for the country were provided in the main stage presentations and different Philippine participants were able to present their property to the Japanese market. In addition to this, the Philippines received the award of 3rd prize for Best Diving Area, Overseas in the Reader’s Choice Awards. The country also won 8th place in Best Diving Area Category. A business-to-business session was also held at Sunshine Cruise Cruise.

VI. DIVING, RESORT AND TRAVEL (DRT) EXPO SHANGHAI

Inclusive Dates: 06 April 2018 to 08 April 2018 Venue: Shanghai World Exhibition and Convention Center 22 participants, 14 seller Nature of Activity: International Trade and Consumer Fair companies Completed Short Description: The DRT show at Shanghai World Exhibition and Convention Center highlights the different dive spots in the Philippines for the Chinese dive enthusiasts. The Department of Tourism and Tourism Promotions Board,

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A casual product presentation and business-to-business was also arranged with the assistance of DOT Shanghai at Hard Rock Cafe on the 9th of April to further enhance sales and leads. 50 of the top Chinese dive clubs, travel agencies and media attended the product presentation and B2B.

VII. ASIA DIVE EXPO (ADEX) 2018

Inclusive Dates: 06 April 2018 to 08 April 2018 Venue: Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre 17 seller participants Nature of Activity: International Trade and Consumer Fair

Short Description: TPB, in coordination with PDOT-Singapore, organized the participation of the Philippines to ADEX 2018. In the Philippine booth, ten (10) dive Completed resorts/operators promoted their destinations to a visitor count of 62,079 in a three-day event. Ad placements were provided by ADEX organizers for TPB to utilize as well as speaking privileges during the Opening Ceremony, Ocean 18 Launch Party, and seminars for exhibitors and visitors.

Sellers generated an estimated total of 789 new contacts and sales lead for this event.

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VIII. TPB/DOT KOREA - TOUR FOR BUSINESS AND DIPLOMATIC COMMUNITY OF KOREA

Inclusive Dates: 07 April 2018 to 12 April 2018 Venue: Clark and Coron 28 participants Nature of Activity: Invitational Program/Familiarization Trip

Short Description: The 5th Tour for Diplomatic and Business Community of Korea in Clark and Coron was supported by the Tourism Promotions Board through Philippine Department of Tourism-Korea. PDOT Korea together with the official tour handler Morning Tours (Achim Tours) created a special package for the participants, while the Philippine Embassy in South Korea initiated the Completed promotions of the tour package to the Diplomatic and Business Community in Korea. Upon arrival to Clark International Airport, TPB officers and representatives from Department of Tourism Region III welcomed the guests by providing police escorts and VIP lane. A lunch with cultural entertainment was also hosted by DOT Region III. The group was also welcomed at Coron by DOT Region IV-B Director Marissa Diploma, and a welcome reception was hosted by TPB.

The group visited Kayangan Lake, Banol Beach, Secret Lagoon, and Maquinit Hot Springs. The next day, they had a town tour and transferred to Two Seasons Island Resort & Spa and they also visited Malcapuya Island.

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IX. BICOL FAMILIARIZATION TOUR

Inclusive Dates: 07 April to 18 April 2018 Venue: Albay, Sorsogon, and Camarines Sur 8 participants Nature of Activity: Invitational Program/Familiarization Trip

Short Description: The familiarization trip is a response to the regional office’s request to assist bringing wholesale travel agents and influencers to promote Bicol as a Completed destination to the Australia-New Zealand, which also aligns with the thrust to develop new tour packages in the country that are suited to the ANZ market.

The participating wholesale travel agents qualify based on these parameters: ● Should already be selling the Philippines and are looking for new destinations to package; ● Are available around the dates of the familiarization trip.

X. TPB/DOT & PAL ILOCOS FAMILIARIZATION TRIP FOR NAGOYA AGENTS

Inclusive Dates: 11 April 2018 to 15 April 2018 10 participants Completed Venue: Manila and Ilocos Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip

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Short Description: The Philippine Department of Tourism Osaka, with negotiations with Philippine Airlines Nagoya, conducted a familiarization tour of Ilocos to cater to the preference of Japanese travelers to visit world heritage sites. Tourism Promotions Board, in coordination with PDOT Osaka arranged a 5-day/4-night tour to showcase accommodations, tourist sites, food, and activities in Manila and Ilocos. Itinerary includes a visit to Pagburnayan Pottery, Bantay Church Watchtower, Padre Jose Burgos Museum, Calle Crisologo, and St. Augustine Church. The group also had an ocular of Hyatt City of Dreams Manila, Plaza Del Norte Hotel, Hotel Luna, Hotel Salcedo de Vigan, Okada Manila, Conrad Manila, Taal Vista Hotel, Antonio’s Restaurant, and Dusit Thani Manila. The group also visited Tagaytay to experience the spa treatment in Nurture Wellness Village.

TPB hosted full board meals, one night accommodation in Conrad Manila, one night accommodation in Dusit Thani Manila, two-night accommodation in Plaza Del Norte Hotel & Convention Center, Manila-Ilocos tours with Japanese speaking guide and transportation services.

ST XI. 31 ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF ROTARY INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT 3780

Inclusive Dates: 12 April 2018 to 14 April 2018 1,191 local and Completed Venue: Baguio Country Club foreign participants 10 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT ND 2 QUARTER 2018

Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Booked Event

Short Description: The 31st Conference of Rotary International District 3780 is scheduled on 12-14 April 2018 at the Baguio Country Club, Baguio City and will be officially organized by the Rotary Club of Midtown Quezon City. The three-day conference will gather members, leaders and high ranking officers from the 103 Rotary Clubs in Quezon City to share and exchange information on Rotary related matters, network and build connections, recognize exceptional accomplishments of member clubs, and plan programs and projects that are beneficial to the country. Furthermore, the event will feature indoor and outdoor activities namely: Golf Tournament, Bowling Tournament, Filipino-Korean Friendship Night, Fellowship Night and Trade Exhibit. The said event is expected to be attended by more than 800 local members and 400 foreign members from the Rotary Clubs in Korea and Taiwan.

TPB provided the following assistance to the organizers: a) Financial assistance of Php 500,000.00 to cover partially the F&B expenses during the Farewell Dinner b) Provision of promotional materials for the delegates c) Welcome lei reception and facilitation for the foreign delegates upon arrival in NAIA

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XII. PHILIPPINE AIRLINES - HONG KONG FAMILIARIZATION TOUR

Inclusive Dates: 12 April 2018 to 15 April 2018 Venue: Manila and Davao 8 participants Nature of Activity: Invitational Program/Familiarization Trip

Short Description: The Tourism Promotions Board in coordination with Philippine Airlines in Hong Kong and Marco Polo hotels organized a familiarization tour which is composed of seven high profile travel agents from Hong Kong. The aim is for them to create tour packages that is suitable for the market in that country. The itinerary includes a visit to the American Cemetery, Fort Santiago, San Completed Agustin Church, Casa Manila, and SM Mall of Asia. An ocular inspection of Okada Manila was also conducted. In Davao, the itinerary includes a visit to the 911 Emergency Center, Public Safety Command Center, Philippine Eagle Sanctuary, Davao Museum, Eden Nature & Park Resort and House of Duterte.

The Philippine Airlines in Hong Kong hosted the international and domestic air tickets, Marco Polo hotels hosted the stay of participants in Manila and Davao, while the Tourism Promotions Board hosted the tours, transportation, activities, and the meals for the tour.

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XIII. INCENTIVE TRAVEL FOR SAMSUNG LIFE EMPLOYEES

Inclusive Dates: 13 April 2018 to 18 April 2018 Venue: Cebu and Bohol 180 participants Nature of Activity: Incentive Trip

Short Description: PDOT Korea endorsed No. 1 Tours and Transport Inc., the local operator for the Samsung Life Incentive Tour composed of 180 Koreans. The group Completed traveled to the Philippines from 13-17 April 2018 and toured Cebu and Bohol. They flew direct to/from Cebu via Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, Air Busan and Jin Air. TPB assistance: Endorsement to DOT for airport reception with welcome leis.

Samsung Life was founded in 1957 and ranked number one in the life insurance category for 14 consecutive years by Korea’s prestigious National Customer Satisfaction Index (ICN).

XIV. INCENTIVE TRAVEL FOR CLUB RICH AGENTS

Inclusive Dates: 15 April 2018 to 18 April 2018 Completed Venue: Manila / Tagaytay / Pagsanjan, Laguna 114 participants Nature of Activity: Incentive Trip

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Short Description: PDOT Korea endorsed Land Master, the local operator for the Club Rich Incentive Tour composed of 114 Koreans agents. The group is scheduled to travel to the Philippines via Philippine Airlines from 15-18 April 2018 and will tour Manila, Tagaytay and Pagsanjan. TPB assistance was endorsement to DOT for airport reception with welcome leis.

Club Rich, a Korean company, was established in 1995 for the sale of funeral services and other related service products.

XV. CHINA OUTBOUND TOURISM AND TRAVEL MART AND PHILIPPINE SALES PRESENTATION WITH BUSINESS MATCHING

Inclusive Dates: 16 April 2018 to 19 April 2018 Venue: National Agricultural Convention Center, Beijing 55 buyer participants Nature of Activity: International Trade and Consumer Fair 31 seller participants

Short Description: Completed The China Outbound Tourism and Travel Mart held at National Agricultural Convention Center provided an opportunity for the participants to engage in business-to-business meetings. Representatives from different city destinations were also given an opportunity to present tourism offerings to the Chinese market. The Philippines highlighted its wellness tourism by offering massage at the booth.

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A sales presentation and business matching was scheduled on the fourth day to renew linkages between Philippine sellers and their industry counterparts in China.

Marketing initiatives/efforts include the presentation of destinations to the Exhibitor Presentation Area, the offering of a mini spa lounge to promote wellness tourism, and placement of LED screen that plays various AVPs and videos from TPB, DOT, and private sectors.

XVI. REQUEST FOR PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS: WORKSHOP ON INCLUSIVE TOURISM IN THE CITY

Inclusive Dates: 16 April 2018 to 20 April 2018 80 participants Venue: Bonifacio Hall, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City Nature of Activity: Collateral Support

Short Description: A five-day workshop entitled “Inclusive Tourism in the City” was organized by Completed the University of the Philippines Asian Institute of Tourism (UP AIT) and the University of Strathclyde, UK. Discussions include (1) community and urban space perspectives, (2) human rights and employment perspectives, (3) cultural perspectives, (4) marginalized community perspectives and (5) future perspectives. TPB’s assistance include the provision of promotional materials such as souvenir bags, notebooks, and brochures.

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TH XVII. 12 INTERNATIONAL DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL ● To promote Boracay Island Inclusive Dates: 19 April 2018 - 21 April 2018 as a destination for sports Venue: Henann Regency Beach Resort and Spa, Boracay Island tourism. Nature of Activity: Marketing Support ● To increase local and international travelers’ Short Description: awareness, and to keep the The 12th International Dragon Boat Festival was a successful 3 day event waters of Boracay clean. which started with the parade of teams and opening ceremony which ● To actively involve the local consists of Welcome cocktails and presentation of participating teams. businesses and to highlight the readiness of Boracay as The event exhibited a fun way of attracting tourist by giving everyone an a prime destination for Complete opportunity to watch the race up close. Along with the dragon boat races, sports tourism. the event also presents performances from various cultures, food and arts ● It fosters learning and and crafts representing traditions of different cultures. The night started off exploration of diverse with a much awaited performance from Rachel Lobangco, who entertained background may share guests as well as capturing the attention of tourist by sequence of fire dance goodwill. performances. The last day of the event/Farewell dinner & party was a ● This event also provides an festive night for the participants; exchange of team shirts and performances opportunity for from the winning teams was witnessed. citizens/locals to demonstrate their The TPB assisted the event through the following: organizational talent and - Media write ups and Social Media Postings resources in hosting a

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- Media coverage by media partners: ANC, HardBall, PCTV and Solar major recreational and Sports sports event. - City Government Promotion - Sponsorship and support from different private sectors

XVIII. MANILA FAME

Inclusive Dates: 19 April 2018 to 21 April 2018; 18 October 2018 to 20 1,000 participants October 2018 Venue: World Trade Center Manila Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Booked Event

Short Description: The Manila FAME, is considered as the premier design and lifestyle event of the Philippines. This is a bi-annual showcase of craftsmanship, design Completed innovation, and artisanship in Philippine products. It features products designs and crafted in the Philippines for the global market. It is the second longest-running trade show in the Asia-Pacific Region and is approved by the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, a Paris-based association of trade fair organizers. The event will feature local and international manufacturers, exporters, business support organizations and designers as exhibitors. While it will cater to local and international retailers, wholesalers, merchandising agents, trading firms/buying offices and specifiers.

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TPB will provide the following assistance for the 2 editions: • Basic airport facilitation and welcome lei reception for VIP overseas-based trade buyers • Request DOT for an Information Officer to assist with tourism related inquiries for April and October editions • Promotional Materials and giveaways • Tour packages as prizes for the Luxe Escape Raffle

XIX. CHINA INTERNATIONAL LEISURE AND TRAVEL EXPO (CILTE) 2018

Inclusive Dates: 20 April 2018 to 22 April 2018 27 buyer participants Venue: Xiamen International Convention and Exhibition Center 7 seller participants Nature of Activity: International Trade and Consumer Fair

Short Description: China (Xiamen) International Leisure Tourism expo (CILTE) is an international expo themed with leisure tourism hosted by Fujian Provincial Tourism Completed Bureau and jointly supported by Xiamen Municipal Tourism Bureau, Foreign and Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of Xiamen Municipal Government and Xiamen Municipal Conference and Exhibition Affairs Bureau. The expo voluntary aligns itself with the opportunities of development of the Fujian Pilot Free Trade Zone. Likewise, the expo works as a communication and purchase platform that connects the national tourism and Fujian province to the international community.

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In 2017, there were more than 160,000 visitors and and 37 overseas countries who participated in this three-day event. Being the only travel fair event in the Fujian province, Philippine participation in this event will provide high value for our promotion of Philippine destination and products.

DOT Shanghai office will secure a 72 sqm raw space at the most prominent area in the exhibition hall. Being a first timer in this event, the organizers provided a 50% discount on the cost of the booth.

TH XX. 24 ANNUAL CONVENTION OF NFMCP

Inclusive Dates: 20 April 2018 - 22 April 2018 12 participants Venue: Legaspi, Albay Nature of Activity: Marketing Support

Short Description:

The 24th year of hosting of the convention rotates from Luzon to Visayas the Mindanao. Every year they give the clubs a chance to host the activity by bidding for hosting. Since it is a nationwide organization, it will give the riders a chance to see the different parts of the Philippines and experience the hospitality of each club and their hometown. This is where Moto-tourism is being promoted by the organization. Riders gets the chance to ride the

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Philippine road and see the breathtaking views. The best way to see the Philippines is to ride or drive the road and see the destination, While doing so the riders also try to promote road safety by being a good example on the road. Each club has their own sets of officers to police and enforce the rules and regulations.

XXI. TAIWAN TRAVEL AGENTS AND MEDIA FAMILIARIZATION TOUR TO CORON

Inclusive Dates: 23 April 2018 to 27 April 2018 Venue: Coron 13 participants Nature of Activity: Invitational / Familiarization Trip

Short Description: DOT - Taiwan, through the Tourism Promotions Board will organize a Familiarization Tour for Travel Agents and Media in Coron, Palawan on 21-25 Completed April 2018.

Coron is considered as one of the favorite destination for tourists. Compared to Cebu and Puerto Princesa, Taiwanese are not that familiar in Coron, because the market is still on its infancy stage. Hence, DOT-Taiwan is taking opportunity to promote new island destination and also intends to develop Taiwan leisure market.

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This familiarization tour provides increase of product knowledge among our key agents who are selling Philippine destinations and for media to spread positive editorial publicity about the destination.

XXII. ASIA GOLF TOURISM CONVENTION (AGTC) 2018

Inclusive Dates: 22 April 2018 to 25 April 2018 Venue: Marriott Hotel Manila 537 foreign and 45 local delegates Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Booked Event

Short Description: Established in 1997, the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) is the global trade organization for the golf tourism industry. IAGTO's membership comprises 2,522 accredited golf tour operators, golf resorts, hotels, golf courses, receptive operators, airlines, tourist boards, Completed approved media, and business partners in 98 countries.

The International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) runs an annual Convention in both North America and Asia, bringing buyers and suppliers together in equal numbers to meet and talk business on a regional level.

In the Asia Pacific region, the Asia Golf Tourism Convention (AGTC) is one of the premier golf travel events attracting golf travel suppliers from every golf destination in Asia. It combines 12 hours of one-is-to-one meetings between

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The 7th AGTC was held in Manila last 22 – 25 April 2018. The event was attended by at least 582 delegates from 46 countries. Below are some of the headline figures of the event: ● Tour Operators: 212 from 35 countries ● Fam Tour Delegates: 186 from 33 countries ● Media: 45 from 10 countries ● Philippine Delegation: 22 tables, AIGTP Lounge and 45 delegates ● Pre-Scheduled Appointments: 4223 (average of 28 appointments per company)

XXIII. ARABIAN TRAVEL MARKET 2018 & KABAYAN FIESTAHAN 2018

Inclusive Dates: 22 April 2018 to 27 April 2018 Venue: Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre and Roda Al 29 attendees Bustan Hotel Nature of Activity: International Trade and Consumer Fair Completed

Short Description: The Health and Wellness Tourism Campaign was sponsored by the Tourism Promotions Board to promote the country as a world-class wellness and medical tourism destination to the Middle East market. Activities were

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PROGRAM / ACTIVITY / PROJECT STATUS OBJECTIVES Present Status of Program/Follow-ups: Title of Program/Activity/Project; Inclusive Dates; Venue; Nature of Activity (if not indicated Objectives of the Program/Activity/Project Completed/Ongoing/Cancelled/Rescheduled in the title); Short Description (please provide reason for non-implementation) conducted at ATM 2018 such as business-to-business sessions at the Westin Dubai Al Habtoor Hotel to establish connections, as well as participation in the “Kabayan Fiestahan 2018” at Roda Al Bustan Hotel. The main event includes Filipino traditional massage, a talk on Medical Travel and Wellness Tourism, and audio-visual presentations.

ND XXIV. 2 ASEAN SCIENCE DIPLOMATS’ ASSEMBLY

Inclusive Dates: 23 April 2018 to 27 April 2018 Venue: Davao City 7000 local and Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Booked Event 383 foreign participants

Short Description: The ASEAN Science Diplomats' Assembly will be hosted by EECRI in cooperation with the Mindanao Development Authority (MINDA), with the Completed theme, "Empowering Science and Technology Leaders for Climate Resilient ASEAN', the five (5) days lecture and workshop series will convene Southeast Asian Scientists specializing in climate change and variability, food, security, water sufficiency, and sustainable energy. The workshop will be attended by around 20 foreign scientists in South East Asia and a total of 80 local participants with a breakdown of 30 research scientists, 50 guests, dignitaries, administrators and government officials.

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XXV. TPB/DOT KOREA- SURF FAMILIARIZATION TOUR

Inclusive Dates: 25 April 2018 to 28 April 2018 Venue: Siargao 20 participants Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip

Short Description: The Tourism Promotions Board through PDOT-Korea in partnership with HanaTour organized a surf familiarization trip for the partner media and Completed agents of HanaTour. For this trip, the group was divided into two: the surfers and the media team. The surfers headed to Cloud 9 to experience surfing in the waves. The other group visited and had a photoshoot at Magpupungko beach and Tidal Pool. The two groups had lunch together and separated again after to continue surfing at Cloud 9 and shooting in Guyam, Naked, and Daku Island. On their last day, the group went to Sugba Lagoon and Cloud 9 for another photoshoot and surf lessons for the beginners. They left the island on April 28 to go back to Korea.

XXVI. ALIWAN FIESTA 2018

Inclusive Dates: 26 April 2018 to 28 April 2018 To promote the culture and beauty Completed Venue: Star City Complex, Pasay City of the country’s various regions.

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Nature of Activity: Marketing Support

Short Description: Aliwan Fiesta harnesses the power of the Philippine festivals to showcase how religion, culture, and tradition are woven into the fiber of our existence. Traditional fiestas, which are held annually to commemorate the foundation of town or province, or honoring its patron saint, are brought together en masse to highlight the Pinoy’s indomitable and ebullient spirit, together with his mien for creativity and innovation. With most major fiestas tooted in the pre-colonial period, there is understandably a festival sector that celebrates Nature’s bounty.

The fiesta also features regional bazaar, concerts, and the most awaited competitions like Float Parade Competition, Street Dance Parade Competition from Quirino Street to Sotto Street and the Reyna ng Aliwan Beauty Pageant. Aliwan Fiesta is both celebratory and commemorative. It is grassroots theatre at its best.

The TPB assisted the event through financial support and promotional materials.

XXVII. ATTENDANCE PROMOTION FOR 2020 FEDERATION INTERNATIONALE DES ADMINISTRATEURS DE BIEN-CONSELIS IMMOBILIERS (FIABCI) WORLD TH REAL ESTATE CONGRESS IN MANILA AT THE 69 FIABCI WORLD REAL ESTATE CONGRESS DUBAI Completed

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Inclusive Dates: 27 April 2018 to 02 May 2018 Venue: Dubai World Trade Center 20 participants Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Won Bids

Short Description: FIABCI - Philippines won its bid to host the 2020 FIABCI World Real Estate Congress in Manila.

During the General Assembly of the 69th FIABCI World Congress in Dubai last 27 April to 02 May 2018, FIABCI – Philippines presented their preparations for the Philippines' hosting in 2020 of the FIABCI World Real Estate Congress in Manila. Moreover, they distributed tourism brochures and giveaways during the event to drum up promotions.

FIABCI is the French acronym for "Federation Internationale des Administrateurs de Bien-Conselis Immobiliers", which means "The International Real Estate Federation". FIABCI is in existence for over 60 years now and has more than 60 chapters worldwide.

It represents the world's real estate professionals through its Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations Organization. FIABCI's role in the United Nations is to make recommendations and provide advice on matters such as property rights, housing for the poor and money laundering.

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FIABCI – Philippines, formerly the Chamber of Real Estate & Builder’s Associations, Inc. (CREBA), a non-stock, non-profit corporation, was officially organized last November 12, 2003 and registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) last December 22, 2017.

TH XXVIII. 13 MALAYSIA INTERNATIONAL DIVE EXPO (MIDE 2018)

Inclusive Dates: 04 May 2018 to 06 May 2018 16 seller participants, 10 dive Venue: Putra World Trade Center, Kuala Lumpur companies Nature of Activity: International Trade and Consumer Fair

Short Description: Malaysia International Dive Expo 2018 (MIDE 2018) is the premier show that is designed to build a high-end exhibition platform to expand the dive market. The show is also the meeting place for dive business where decision Completed makers meet for trade networking with industry players. Described as the “HOTTEST” and “COOLEST” dive show in Asia where visitors were able to explore the coolest dive destinations, and hear more about the underwater world from experts. The MIDE platform meets the demanding business needs of any organization. In 2017, MIDE concluded with 12,166 visitors from 40 countries. The organizers successfully brought together a total of 928 exhibitors from all corners of the world, and featured more than 1,000 brands, where 133 participating companies ‘sealed-the-deal’ during the expo. MIDE holds a solid record of visitors between 2006 and 2017,

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PROGRAM / ACTIVITY / PROJECT STATUS OBJECTIVES Present Status of Program/Follow-ups: Title of Program/Activity/Project; Inclusive Dates; Venue; Nature of Activity (if not indicated Objectives of the Program/Activity/Project Completed/Ongoing/Cancelled/Rescheduled in the title); Short Description (please provide reason for non-implementation) averaging 10,000 visitors yearly. Sales generated for MIDE 2017 during the three days was recorded at RM 8.2 million. MIDE 2018 was set to welcome even more visitors, business entrepreneurs, tourism boards, dive agencies, brand manufacturers, and distributors which utilized the platform they have created and designed in order to meet the highest expectations of both visitors and every exhibitor. The expo is known as the hub for dive education, the purchase of dive equipment, courses, and dive holidays. The anticipated sales turnover for 2018 is at RM 10 million.

ST XXIX. 1 GREEN AND GOLD PHILIPPINE TRAVEL MART

Inclusive Dates: 04 May 2018 to 06 May 2018 PHILTOA fully supports the Venue: Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City objective of the United Nations Nature of Activity: Marketing Support World Travel Organization (UNWTO) as enshrined also in the Short Description: Philippines’ National Tourism Green and Global Tourism Travel Mart has showcased the eco-cultural Development, in declaring 2017 as Completed tourism products from different destinations in the Philippines involving The International Tear of community based activities such as nature tourism, ecoadventure tourism, Sustainable Tourism for agro-tourism, ethnic tourism, cultural tourism, historical tourism, faith Development: tourism and health & wellness tourism. ● Raise awareness on the contribution of sustainable On the first day of the event, Green and Gold Tourism Travel Mart (GGTTM) tourism development; was graced with a beautiful folk dance number the Bayanihan - The

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Philippine National Folk Dance Company. They have showcased a routine ● Work with stakeholders to originated from a province in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. In a very make the sector a catalyst graceful form, the rich culture of few destinations of the Philippines was for positive change; and shared to the audience. Evident enough, the audience applauded and ● Foster change in policies, appreciated what the Philippines may offer. On the following day, a short business practices and film showing with regards to the products and services that a tourists may consumer behavior in have and/or experience in various destinations in the Philippines. tourism It further resolves to take this The TPB assisted the event through the following: course of action to put the role of - Exhibition space (4x9 sqm) tourism as an industry in: - Name and/or logo in all relevant marketing collaterals located above ● Inclusive and sustainable the event title economic growth - Co presenter billing in all print ads ● Social inclusiveness, - AVP to be plated on an hourly basis for the duration of the show employment and poverty - Leader Board Exposure in GGTTM website-hyperlinked to the reduction; sponsor’s site ● Resource efficiency, - Daily use of stage area-prime time environmental protection - Opportunity to distribute flyers and climate change; - Opening day supplement inclusion in a major daily ● Mutual understanding, - Invitation to all GGTTM media activities peace and security

TH XXX. 29 EAST ASIAN INSURANCE CONFERENCE (EAIC)

Completed Inclusive Dates: 06 May 2018 to 09 May 2018 29 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT ND 2 QUARTER 2018

Venue: Marriott Grand Ballroom 386 foreign and 187 local Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Booked Event participants

Short Description: TeamAsia, the event organizer of the 29th East Asian Insurance Congress, initiated the request of assistance from TPB.

In 1962, the East Asian Insurance Congress (EAIC) was founded with the ultimate goal of furthering and developing international collaboration in the field of insurance of every sort. EAIC has been billed as the premier biennial insurance event of the region. Every other year, the EAIC hosting rotates across its member cities to continue the networking mission across the region. This rotation comes as a way for the EAIC to showcase the best that the countries in the region can offer from having its own unique insurance practices to addressing issues that can help boost credibility and confidence in the local insurance industry.

The 29th EAIC theme is “Managing Disruptions, Driving Change”. The Congress aims to present a different experience with the objective of not only confronting the current challenges, but also offer solutions and strategic tips to cope with issues, guide industry players to emerge as winners, and provide for extensive networking opportunities for delegates. The Congress was organized by the Philippine Insurers and Reinsurers Association (PIRA) Inc. and the Philippine Life Insurance Association (PLIA) Inc. with TeamAsia as the event management. 30 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT ND 2 QUARTER 2018

The City of Manila was the second city to play host to EAIC Congress in 1964. The Philippines hosted EAIC in the year 1964, 1980, 2000 and 2018.

Prior to the Conference, the TPB also extended assistance to the planning meeting of the EAIC Executive Board last July 2017. TPB endorsed to DOT the airport facilitation and welcome reception of the Executive Board and provided some corporate tokens.

TPB support to EAIC: Endorsement to concern offices for airport facilitation and reception and Provision of tourism brochures and giveaways for delegates, speakers and VIP guests

For the TPB assistance, EAIC and TeamAsia was requested to: • Acknowledge TPB as sponsor through inclusion of TPB logo and Philippine branding in Forum promotional materials • Show the Philippine video throughout the Forum, whenever possible • Encourage the delegates to use the hashtags “#ItsMoreFunInThePhilippines” and “#tpbgovph” on their social media accounts pertaining the Congress and their Philippine experience • Submit of a brief report of the Forum together with the list of participants and other supporting documents such as but not limited to event printed materials, photos and videos.

XXXI. TELLVISION FILM & FERNSEHPRODUKTION-JOACHIM WALTER PALAWAN FILMING

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Inclusive Dates: 06 May 2018 to 16 May 2018 3 journalists Venue: Palawan Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip

Short Description: Tellvision Film & Fernsehproduktion is a Munich-based German TV production company specializing in the production of high-quality reports and documentaries featuring new perspectives, surprising moments and maximum proximity to humans. It started producing a TV travel documentary series about the most beautiful and interesting destinations all over the world entitled, “Limitless - Discover the World” since 2017, is broadcasted via popular German TV channel Sat 1. Tellvision Film & Completed Fernsehproduktion sends teams around the world searching for the most fascinating destinations, interesting people and exciting stories. Grenzenlos die Welt entdecken airs on a prime time slot every Saturday from 7:00PM to 7:55PM. The show reaches approximately 900,000 people per airing, and the estimated media values gained from this project reaches over EUR 150,000.00

From 06 to 16 May 2018, a group of 3 journalists from this TV show flew into Palawan via Puerto Princesa to film the province. The project will result to a Philippine feature as one of the less traveled destinations that poses great interest for German travelers. The team, headed by Joachim Walther, are keen to feature the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, the 32 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT ND 2 QUARTER 2018

TH XXXII. 40 ASIA PACIFIC DENTAL CONGRESS (APDC) 2018

Inclusive Dates: 07 May 2018 to 11 May 2018 60 foreign VIP participants Venue: SMX Convention Center Manila 700 foreign delegates Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Booked Event

Short Description: PDA will be hosting the 40th Asia Pacific Dental Congress which will be held concurrently with the 109th Philippine Dental Association Annual Convention & Scientific Meeting on 7 – 11 May 2018 at the SMX Convention Center Manila. It expects to gather 12,500 local delegates, 700 foreign delegates Completed from various countries and 60 foreign VIPs.

TPB provided the following assistance: ● Airport assistance ● Welcome lei reception for the foreign guests and VIPs ● Access pass for PDA representatives ● Vehicle pass ● Co-stationing of DOT counter with PDA representatives ● Promotional materials ● Giveaways for the sixty (60) VIPs

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XXXIII. MALAYSIA AND SINGAPORE SALES MISSION 2018

Inclusive Dates: 8 May 2018 to 10 May 2018 31 participants Venue: Sunway Putra Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Mandarin Orchard Hotel, Singapore Nature of Activity: Sales / Business Mission

Short Description: The Malaysia and Singapore Sales Mission is an initiative of the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) in line with its marketing efforts in Asia Pacific. In cooperation with the private sector, the Singapore and Malaysia sales mission or roadshow is a promotional undertaking aimed to present the Completed latest developments in the Philippine tourism industry and feature new destinations, products and services, as well as positions the Philippines as an attractive and competitive tourist destination for the Malaysia and Singapore market. The business mission includes B2B and hosted lunch reception that provide the opportunity for the Philippine delegates to transact business and network with their Singaporean and Malaysian counterparts. Last year, there were a total of 14 private sector participants to the Malaysia and Singapore leg of the sales mission. In the Malaysia Sales Mission, 150 buyers attended the event while in the Singapore leg, there were 60-80 buyers. The Philippine sellers gave a 4.36 out of 5 rating to the overall services of TPB.

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XXXIV. AIR ASIA MEDIA FAMILIARIZATION TOUR

Inclusive Dates: 10 May 2018 to 14 May 2018 14 participants Venue: Cebu and Bohol Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip

Short Description: Shenzhen is one of the most developed city in China. In fact in 2017, Shenzhen ranked third in terms of its GDP, giving a total economic output worth $338 billion. Shenzhen’s Bao’An International Airport is one of the busiest airport in China. With these developments, Shenzhen is becoming the leading economic engine in China’s Greater Bay Area Initiative. Being one of the developed cities in China, there are several direct flights to Shenzhen. Completed Air Asia is one of the airlines with several direct flights to the Philippines: Shenzhen-Manila and chartered flights from Shanghai and Hangzhou to Kalibo. However, with the announcement of Boracay’s closure, flights to Kalibo are being redirected to Cebu. Hence, on May 10, 2018, Air Asia will be opening its direct flight to Cebu. In order to create more information and interest in the marketing regarding the new direct flight of Cebu, Air Asia together with the Department of Tourism Shanghai Office will have an online promotion. Air Asia will create a contest in their Weibo account regarding the launching of this maiden flight to Cebu. Four winners will get a chance to go to the Philippines. Aside from these winners, there will also be four KOL who will be invited to broadcast and cover the entire familiarization tour.

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XXXV. AIR ASIA SHENZHEN-CEBU, BOHOL, MANILA KOL FAM TOUR

Inclusive Dates: 10 May 2018 to 14 May 2018 Venue: Cebu, Bohol, Manila 7 participants Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip

Short Description: To create more information and interest regarding its new direct flights to Cebu, Air Asia, with the support of TPB and DOT-Shanghai led 4 Key Opinion Leaders (KOL) and 3 winners from their online contest on a familiarization tour to Cebu, Bohol, and Manila. Their group was divided into two: Cebu Leg and Manila-Bohol Leg. The itinerary for Cebu includes: Magellan’s cross, Sto. Completed Nino Shrine, Alegre Guitar Factory, Kawasan Falls, and Simala Shrine. They also had activities like diving and snorkeling at Oslob, Moalboal, and Sumilon. The itinerary for Bohol includes the following: Chocolate Hills, Tarsier Sanctuary, and Balicasag Island. The group also visited Tagaytay and Intramuros.

The participants were highly satisfied with TPB’s services, rating the corporation with an average of 4.92. Project officers also got a rating that is highly satisfactory.

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XXXVI. VANILLA AIRLINES FAMILIARIZATION TOUR TO CEBU

Inclusive Dates: 13 May 2018 to 16 May 2018 Venue: Cebu 8 participants Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip

Short Description: DOT Tokyo, in cooperation with Vanilla Airlines, organized a familiarization tour for Japanese travel agents to Cebu and Environs scheduled on 13-16 May 2018. Vanilla Airlines seek to develop tour packages for Japanese travelers to Cebu and conduct site inspection of hotels and resorts. Activities on their first day include check-in at Plantation Bay Resort & Spa and resort inspection of Bluewater Maribago Resort & Spa. Completed

Day 2’s activities include inspection of Movenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu, Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa, Crimson Resort & Spa, Jpark Island Resort and Waterpark, and Cordova Reef Village Resort, Solea Mactan Resort, Pacific Cebu Resort, and Plantation Bay Resort and Spa.

For day 3, activities include a visit to Magellan’s cross, Basilica Minore Sto. Nino, Fort San Pedro, and Casa Gorordo. An inspection was also conducted at Marco Polo Cebu and Radisson Blu Hotel.

The group inspected Mactan International Airport on their last day.

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XXXVII. IMEX FRANKFURT 2018

Inclusive Dates: 15 May 2018 to 17 May 2018 Venue: Messe Frankfurt, Germany 8,828 participants Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Trade and Consumer Fair

Short Description:

IMEX is a worldwide exhibition for incentive travel, meetings and business and features the presence of business, incentive travel, event and conference management services and solutions. It is one of the most established and recognized brands for MICE International trade shows, run Completed by the IMEX group. The IMEX group organizes two global trade shows in the meetings and events sector, the other being IMEX America since 2011.

IMEX Frankfurt is a three-day exhibition bringing together the world’s top MICE suppliers and key industry players to collectively sell exciting and diverse destinations. Delegates receive the best return on their investment in business, education and networking through structured business appointments, exhibition showcase, seminar sessions, and official networking functions. It provides the ultimate business solutions for the MICE industry, connecting quality buyers with quality sellers from Europe, Asia and the rest of the world.

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This 2018, more than 3,500 exhibitors (national tourist offices, convention and visitor bureaus, hotel groups, convention centers, destination management companies, airlines, trade associations etc.) from over 157 countries are expected to participate in this trade show along with 4,000 hosted buyers from 60 countries.

XXXVIII. KOREAN TRAVEL AGENTS FAMILIARIZATION TOUR IN PALAWAN WITH PAL KOREA

Inclusive Dates: 16 May 2018 to 20 May 2018 Venue: Puerto Princesa City, Palawan 16 participants Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip

Short Description: A 4-day familiarization tour of Puerto Princesa City, Palawan was arranged by the Philippine Airlines in Korea, Department of Tourism Korea, and Tourism Completed Promotions Board for the top four tour companies in Korea. This is in relation to the new direct flight from Incheon to Puerto Princesa and Busan to Puerto Princesa that Philippine Airlines will launch. Famous landmarks were visited, including the Honda Bay Islands, Puerto princesa Underground River, Crocodile farm, Bakers’ Hill and downtown Puerto Princesa City. Ocular inspections of hotels were also conducted, as well as a rolling tour of Manila at the end of the trip.

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ST XXXIX. “TARA NA...PASYAL BAYAN” 1 REGIONAL TRAVEL FAIR

Inclusive Dates: 17 May 2018 to 20 May 2018 Venue: The Oriental Hotel Legazpi and Pacific Mall Legazpi, Legazpi City 14 Buyers Nature of Activity: Domestic Trade and Consumer Fair 32 Sellers 11 Government Agencies and LGUs Short Description: The 1st Regional Travel Fair is one (1) out of proposed three (3) runs that will ● Increase volume of domestic continue the substantial contribution to the industry’s overall financial travelers through resilience, sustainability and functionality. Each run will be conducted during differentiated packaging for the regional events and festivals because it is the most frequently utilized affordable tourism products, ways of stimulating domestic tourism growth. They are also a means of research into appropriate vitalizing local economies and reducing the effects of seasonality that are pricing, and introducing a Completed often attributed more to international visitors. domestic travel card (incentive to use discounted packages) It was a 4-day event that showcased a half-day B2B at the The Oriental Hotel ● Increase domestic tourism Legazpi (May 17, 2018) wherein participated by invited tour operators as expenditure (revenue) by Sellers from Visayas and Mindanao while Buyers came from Luzon followed encouraging domestic tourist by a 3-day Business-to-Consumer (B2C) at the Pacific Mall Legazpi (May to spend more through taking 18-20, 2018) by selling of domestic packages. The event provided a great more trips and stay longer. opportunity to sell other domestic tour packages in time for the coming lean ● Enhance efforts to combat season. seasonality and improve the geographic spread of domestic

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The program is in compliance of Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) through tourism by encouraging a year the Domestic Promotions Department to develop and implement aggressive round travel and more trips marketing strategies in attracting, encouraging, increasing and sustaining outside school holidays as well domestic travel businesses nationwide in strategic partnership with local as encouraging different types industry suppliers. The arrangements made were inclusive of booth design of travel at different times of and set-up, event integrator, accommodation with full-board meals and the year (festivals, events, transportation. lower rates, etc.) ● Enhance the level of the culture of tourism/travel among Filipinos by developing and implementing a tourism awareness and education programs to increase understanding of tourism as well as create an appreciation for tourism and its value.

XL. HER WORLD ONLINE MEDIA FAMILIARIZATION TOUR

Inclusive Dates: 17 May 2018 to 21 May 2018 Venue: Puerto Princesa, Palawan 2 participants Completed Nature of Activity: Others: Hosting of accommodation

Short Description:

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Cebu Pacific Air launched a marketing campaign through Her World Online and they have approached DOT Singapore to seek for sponsorship of accommodation and on-ground arrangements for the editor and journalist of Her World Online. Launched in 1960, Her World is Singapore’s most established monthly women’s magazine with the highest readership. They have launched an online portal-herworld.com which is a one-stop source offering shopping, fashion, beauty, and lifestyle trends reaching to 801,100 readers per month. As Her World Online is 100% digital, this is in line with DOT’s intention to focus on digital media to promote the Philippines. This sponsorship opportunity enhanced the positioning of the country, as a female-friendly destination, through highlighting the appealing aspects (attractions and activities) of Palawan. Her World also holds a strong presence in social media platforms with a relatively large number of followers, proving its high popularity in the female market with 71,376 followers in Facebook, 39,400 followers in instagram, and 61,900 followers in Twitter. This enables us to further enhance the reach to our target audience and make the readers remember and consider the Philippines as their next holiday destination.

XLI. TAIWAN TRAVEL AGENTS AND MEDIA FAMILIARIZATION TOUR TO CEBU, DUMAGUETE, AND SIQUIJOR

Inclusive Dates: 17 May 2018 to 22 May 2018 Venue: Cebu, Dumaguete, and Siquijor 14 participants Completed Nature of Activity: Invitational / Familiarization Trip 42 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT ND 2 QUARTER 2018

Short Description: DOT-Taiwan, through the Tourism Promotions Board will organize a familiarization tour for travel agents and media in Cebu, Dumaguete, and Siquijor on 17-22 May 2018.

In line with the closure of Boracay, the Taiwan market is extending their efforts in coming up with new tourism products and destinations by promoting Cebu, Dumaguete, and Siquijor. These destinations are of with great potential that can be developed both vision and objectives of all stakeholders.

The target participants for this familiarization tour are 10 key agents and 6 media. This familiarization tour provides increase of product knowledge among our key agents who are selling Philippine destinations and for media to spread positive editorial publicity about the destination.

XLII. KANSAI TRAVEL FAIR (KANSAI TABIHAKU) 2018

Inclusive Dates: 19 May 2018 to 20 May 2018 Venue: Kansai International Airport 53 Government Tourism Board Nature of Activity: International Trade and Consumer Fair 16 domestic tourism related Completed 42 airlines Short Description: 24 travel agencies/industry related

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Kansai Travel Fair/Kansai Tabihaku is one of the largest consumer travel 17 organization related events in western Japan with more than 40,000 visitors annually held at Kansai International Airport, organized by Kansai Airport Co., Ltd. and sponsored by Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA), to promote Kansai International Airport and increase demand for travel.

This consumer fair is a grand scale event where people can collect a variety of information on domestic and overseas air travel, get valuable advice from travel agencies, embassies, NTOs representatives, and other participants and exhibitors. Attractions include international music and dance performances, tasty international cuisines, destination seminars and more.

Business to business networking event was held for travel agents and NTOs organized and sponsored by JATA Kansai on May 19, 2018 at fourth floor of Ritz Carlton Hotel.

XLIII. DIVING FES KANSAI 2018

Inclusive Dates: 19 May 2018 to 21 May 2018 Venue: Asia and Pacific Trade Center, Osaka, Japan 53 Diving Company Nature of Activity: International Trade and Consumer Fair 5 National Tourism Office Completed 2 Diving Magazine Short Description:

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PDOT-Osaka is first time to attend this event and four (4) diving & resort company joined our office:

● Emerald Green Diving Center (Cebu) ● Lubi Resort (Santander) ● Atlantis Dive Resorts & Liveaboards (Dumaguete) ● Marco Vincent Dive Resort (Puerto Galera)

2nd Diving Fes Kansai 2018 was attended by 60 participants including five (5) National Tourism Offices (Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Mariana and Palau) and two (2) Diving Magazine company.

PDOT-Osaka made New Diving Promotional Video in Coron and Balicasag including the airing the booth, and presentation to introduce Philippine diving information. In addition to this, they had joint promotion with ST World and network reception party in Umeda, it was attended with 30 diving companies or 38 participants.

PDOT-Osaka did sales calls on 21-22 May 2018 to visit some dive shops to discuss their promotional plan

TH XLIV. 4 ASIAN TRAMPOLINE CHAMPIONSHIP PRE-QUALIFYING TO THE 2020 OLYMPICS IN TOKYO Investing in Sports Tourism Inclusive Dates: 19 May 2018 to 21 May 2018 Completed 45 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT ND 2 QUARTER 2018

Venue: University of Makati, Makati City ● It is a $600 Billion market. The Nature of Activity: Marketing Support fastest-growing niche enjoying unprecedented growth, and Short Description: accounting for 14% of all The Gymnastics Association of the Philippines (GAP) was established in 1963 tourism, recognized by the is a non-stock and non-profit association and was incorporated and World Tourism Organization registered in the Philippines. From the 7 disciplines of Gymnastics in its 50th (WTO) and international Year Celebration, the year 2012, GAP is prepared to develop another sporting bodies. discipline which is the Trampoline Gymnastics (TRA). ● As a niche tourism product, we need to prove to the world that For the first time in the history of the Philippine sports, the country was Philippines is capable of hosting chosen by the Asian Gymnastic Union (AGU) to host Asia’s qualifying world-class events. tournament for an Olympic Games; for this, slots for Asia representing for ● The Philippines is a vast arena the 3rd Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires, Argentina come October for all kinds of sports and 2018. More than 100 athletes and coaches from 10 countries came to adventure - whether on land, wrestle for the highly-coveted slots representing Asia for the Olympics sea or air. With our varied land Games. Over a hundred International guest, officials and media came to terrains and water contours, witness the championships. plus the tropical winds, one can never out of sports to play in The TPB assisted the event through financial sponsorship. The GAP shall the Philippines. provide the following: Gymnastics is one of the important - Include “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” logo and/or TPB name/logo sports in the following event-related promotional and communication ● Gymnastics is the basic and materials: foundation of all sports. 46 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT ND 2 QUARTER 2018

- GAP website, including its social media platform; Athletes in all sports will have - Event poster (print and online) less risk of falls, injuries and - At least 3 e-cards for blasting to participating Asian countries; sore muscles if they’ve done - No less than 2 press releases, with one bannering TPB; gymnastics as a child. - All onsite promotional materials for 5 days ● Gymnastics is the sports where - Acknowledgement by the emcee during the 3-day event, and for TPB a child starts at an earliest age to award all winners/champion; and (2 to 5 years old). This sports - TPB-GAP institutional partnership, with banner display at the develops the fundamental Gymnastics National Training Center for 3 months. movement skills, coordination and muscle memory that will last a lifetime. Our brain stores movement patterns in so-called engrams which the nervous system can access continuously during a child development ● Gymnastics develops general motor skills that are inherent in may other sports. If these basic movement patterns are not acquired at an early age, all other learning processes will be much harder. ● Gymnastics develops the so-called ‘crossover’ of the left and right sides of the brain. Left 47 ACCOMPLISHMENT REPORT ND 2 QUARTER 2018

side is responsible for analytic thinking, creativity spatial orientation, visual imagination and emotions, ● Gymnastics is one of the top medal-rich sports: - 30 gold’s at stake in the Olympics -18 gold’s at stake in Asian Games -21 gold’s at stake in SEA Games About 30 Million Filipinos belong to age group 3-14 years old. This is a big sector on which to introduce gymnastics, and from which develop other sports.

XLV. AIR TICKETS / HELLOWORLD FAMILIARIZATION TOUR

Inclusive Dates: 20 May 2018 to 25 May 2018 Venue: Manila, Bohol, and Cebu 10 buyer participants Nature of Activity: Invitational / Familiarization Trip Completed

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The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB), in coordination with DOT Sydney, organized the Air Tickets/ Helloworld Familiarization Tour to Manila, Bohol, and Cebu last 20-25 May 2018. The group composed of nine (9) travel agents from the Helloworld Travel Group, and one (1) representative from Philippine Airlines (PAL) Sydney. All agents are based in Brisbane, Australia. Eight (8) out of ten (10) agents have not been to the Philippines.

The group experienced the Bohol countryside tour, island hopping tour, Oslob whale shark encounter, and a Manila City Tour, among a number of hotel inspections in Manila and Bohol. Some properties also provided their support to TPB through discounted hotel rooms and hosted dinner(s) for the group-Conrad Manila, The Peninsula Manila, The Bellevue Bohol, and Bohol Beach Club.

XLVI. TPB/DOT KOREA - FRONTLINERS FAMILIARIZATION TOUR TO PALAWAN

Inclusive Dates: 23 May 2018 to 27 May 2018 Venue: Puerto Princesa, Palawan 15 participants Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip Completed Short Description: Tourism Promotions Board and Philippine Department of Tourism Korea coordinated with RAKSO Holdings (PAL Korea GSA) in organizing a familiarization trip to Puerto Princesa to promote and increase awareness on

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Palawan. The best 13 travel sales offices such as HanaTour, Mode Tour, KRT, KAL Tour, Travel Biz, GS Air, Yellow Balloon Tour, Tour Baksa, Very Good Tour, Online Tour, Lotte JTB, Interpark Tour and Lotte Tour were invited.

The itinerary for this familiarization trip includes an ocular inspection of Astoria Palawan, Sheridan Beach Resort and Spa, and a visit to the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. The next day, the group went to Honda Bay for island hopping and visited the Pambato Reef, Pandan Island, and Cowrie Island. They checked in at Hue Hotels and Resorts and had an ocular inspection. After this, they left the hotel for a Firefly Watching Tour. On their last day, they had a tour of Puerto Princesa City and visited the Crocodile Farm, Palawan Butterfly Eco-Garden and Tribal Village, Binuatan Creations, and savor the products of Baker’s Hill in the scenic view of Mitra’s Ranch. After this, they had ocular inspections of Aziza Paradise Hotel, Hotel Centro, and Princesa Garden Island Resort and Spa before going back to Manila. After arriving in Manila, the group checked in at Conrad Hotel and had an inspection of the rooms and facilities.

XLVII. XIAMEN AIR CEBU FLIGHTS TRAVEL AGENTS FAMILIARIZATION TOUR

Inclusive Dates: 23 May 2018 to 27 May 2018 21 participants Venue: Cebu and Bohol Completed Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip

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Short Description: A five-day familiarization tour for the travel agents was arranged by the Tourism Promotions Board in partnership with the Philippine Department of Tourism in Shanghai. The itinerary for Cebu highlights the interaction of the participants with the whalesharks in Oslob, while the itinerary for Bohol highlights the countryside which is composed of visits to the Tarsier Conservation Area, Chocolate Hills, Loboc River Cruise, Balicasag island, Pamilacan island, and Virgin island. The arranged itinerary will serve as a basis for the travel agents for them to come up with new tourism products. This is also in relation to chartered flights of Xiamen Air to Cebu and as an alternative destination after the closure of Boracay.

The Tourism Promotions Board committed to host the overall expenses of the tour, while Xiamen Air sponsored the round trip international airfare of the participants.

XLVIII. PALUMBANES PARAU-REGATTA CHALLENGE The Palumbanes Parau-Regatta Inclusive Dates: 24 May 2018 to 25 May 2018 Challenge 2018 seek to achieve the Venue: Caramoan, Catanduanes following: Complete Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip ● Instill awareness on marine biodiversity conservation within Short Description: the host communities,

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Palumbanes Islands is a group of islands within Maqueda Channel and part of specifically local fisherfolks and Toytoy, a competent village of Caramoan Town, a 3rd class municipality in coastal families; the province of Catanduanes. The Palumbanes Parau Regatta Challenge ● Institutionalize sustainable (Palumbanes Challenge) is a 2-day sail fest event which features native coastal ecotourism program/s double outriggers competing a race course of about 14 Nautical Miles of the municipal LGU, with starting from the shorelines of Barangay Toytoy, in Caramoan town and en cascaded pilot implementation, route to Parompong Beach in the Palumbanes Group of Islands and back including M&E, at the barangay again to Barangay Toytoy as the finish line. level ● Increase research and extension The Palumbanes Paraw Regatta shall have an initial one race category for all capabilities of the Municipal qualifying entries, which is for native outriggers with an overall length of 12 Agricultural office in partnership feet but not more than 16 ft. A sub category for the common sibid measuring with DENR, BFAR and volunteer 7 ft to 10 ft shall also be included as add-on race challenge. research institutions ● Moblize province-wide to TPB’s financial support to the conduct of the event in the amount of Three region-wide entries to the Hundred Fifty Thousand Pesos Only source out from the approved Domestic annual regatta competition COB 2018 under Marketing Support to Regional Directors and LGUs. ● Initialize gradual development and niche promotions of Palumbanes islands as an ecotourism destination for free diving, scuba diving, snorkeling have and location for marine adventure tourism

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XLIX. SARANGANI BAY FESTIVAL (SARBAY FEST) 2018

Inclusive Dates: 25 May 2018 ● The objective of this annual Venue: Sarangani Province event is to celebrate the biggest Nature of Activity: Marketing Support beach festival in the country and to welcome tourists both Short Description: from the local and international The Sarangani Bay Festival of “Sarbay Fest” is an annual event in the Province market. of Sarangani. Sarbay Fest is the biggest festival with about 150,000 tourists ● Promote Sarangani as a venue attending for sports activities, environmental advocacy and nightly concerts for sports tourism activities and and shows. This festival is considered as the most popular beach in the events in the Philippines, and southern region of the Philippines. Sarbay festival is a must attend for may Asia. tourist. The festival attracts both locals and foreigners to an outdoor event Completed like no other.

The event is characterized by an array of adrenaline-packed events to keep the whole family engaged. Some tourist preferred to stay at the beach, take part in a game of beach soccer, or try out their skills at the volleyball section. Other highlights on the lookout for include the all-night concert by the beach, one which brings the best local acts in the Philippines.

The TPB assisted the event through the provision of 250 race kits/giveaways to be given to racers coming from the Philippines and participants from all over the globe which includes the following:

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- Philippine Interim Brochure - TPB Notebook - Travel Packing Pouch Accessory - Non-woven Pouch Bag (Black with glitter)

ST L. 1 SURIGAO INTERNATIONAL DRAGON BOAT SUMMER FESTIVAL

Inclusive Dates: 25 May 2018 to 28 May 2018 ● Aims to promote water sports Venue: City Boulevard, Surigao City in Surigao City being an Nature of Activity: Marketing Support to LGUs and Regional Directors island/coastal city; ● The festival stimulates the Short Description: tourism sector that promotes The 1st Surigao International Dragon Boat Summer Festival is one tough act Surigao City’s tourism to follow in terms of hosting. It is the first ever international racing event potentials benefiting local held in Mindanao. This is a follow up to their very successful staging of the businesses; and Completed Bugsay Mindanao IV - Paddle for Peace held last year. ● Provision of common setting through which citizens of There were four international teams and 22 teams from the Philippines, with diverse backgrounds may share a total of 551 crew men who were seen action in the race. The participating goodwill; crews from Canada, Guangzhou, Penang, Malaysia, Hong Kong and China and crews from the different parts of the country executed their synchronized paddling skills through a 200-meter race course along the Surigao City Boulevard. After the whole day paddling race, it was ended with team presentation and socializations.

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As part of the promotion of Surigao, the City of Surigao also conducted a two-day familiarization tour for the travel and media bloggers to the city’s top destinations. The media team and the foreign participants participated in the familiarization tour.

Activities occurred on the familiarization trip: ● Visiting Basul Island ● Pagkawasan Island ● Bucas Grande Island ● City proper and pebble beaches of Mabua Beach and Looc Beach ● Tasted the famous Soyongsong kakanin in Surigao

The TPB supported the event by sponsoring the media coverage.

LI. EAST CHINA TRAVEL AGENTS FAMILIARIZATION TRIP

Inclusive Dates: 25 May 2018 to 30 May 2018 10 participants Venue: Puerto Princesa, Palawan Completed Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip

Short Description:

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Xiamen Airlines is one of the carriers that has direct flights to Kalibo and Caticlan. New flights will be launch to Palawan on July 2018 to augment the seats lost as a result of Boracay’s closure.

In order to drum-up awareness and interest of the additional flights in the market, ten (10) agents were invited by the Philippine Department of Tourism (PDOT) Shanghai office to have a familiarization tour in Puerto Princesa, Palawan on 25-30 May 2018. This is to reduce the effect of Boracay’s closure and come up with new tour products for the destinations. Among the activities done, the tour to Underground River is their most liked activity. Their other activities include:

● City Tour ● Firefly watching ● Island hopping

These agents enjoyed their stay in Sheridan Beach Resort vis-a-vis Hue Hotel. Xiamen Airlines flies thrice a week from Xiamen to Cebu. Since there is no direct flights yet from Xiamen to Palawan, the agents had spent two days in Cebu. They also experience island hopping in Cebu.

LII. SEOUL BLOGGERS’ PPS COVERAGE

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Venue: Puerto Princesa and Manila Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip

Short Description: The familiarization trip to Puerto Princesa was proposed by Department of Tourism - Korea as an alternative destination after Boracay’s closure. This is also to promote the area in support with the plans of Philippine Airlines to operate a direct flight from Incheon and Busan to Palawan. Upon their arrival, participants were brought to Abe Restaurant at SM Mall of Asia for lunch before their flight to Palawan. On the next day, activities include a tour of St. Paul Subterranean River, lunch at Daluyon Resort, Iwahig Firefly Watching Activity, and dinner at Kinabuch GrillI. For the following day, the activities are Honda Bay island hopping, lunch at Pandan Island, and dinner at Kalui’s. For the next day, activities include a quick city tour with shopping highlighting the Binuatan Creations, Butterfly Eco-Garden and Tribal Village, Mitra’s Ranch and Baker’s Hill, shopping at the Pasalubong Center, and lunch at Badjao Seafood Restaurant.

LIII. RAKSO - PHILIPPINE AIRLINES - MAGELLAN TRAVEL GROUP

Inclusive Dates: 30 May 2018 to 6 June 2018 7 participants Venue: Manila and Coron Completed Nature of Activity: Invitational/Familiarization Trip

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Short Description: As part of the company’s efforts to showcase the country, it has planned to take a select group of travel agents on a familiarization trip to the Philippines. The trip will help these key agents in selling Philippine tourism products through increased product awareness and personal experience of the Filipino hospitality. In this regards, the project aims the following objectives: ● Showcase the Philippines as an excellent destination for travelers from Australia ● To promote popular leisure and tourist-ready destinations: Manila and Coron, Palawan.

LIV. GUANGZHOU TO CEBU-DUMAGUETE TRAVEL AGENTS FAM TRIP

Inclusive Dates: 09 June 2018 to 14 June 2018 10 participants Venue: Dumaguete, Siquijor, Cebu Nature of Activity: Invitational / Familiarization Trip

Completed Short Description: Philippine Airlines previously operates a Guangzhou to Kalibo flight on a thrice a week basis. However, with the closure of Boracay, this flight was cancelled and what was left was the daily flight to Manila.

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In compliance with the directives to promote new destination in lieu of Boracay, DOT-Shanghai is currently working with the Philippine Airlines on the possibility of increasing the frequency of their Guangzhou to Cebu flight and introducing Dumaguete as a new destination via Cebu. For this purpose, DOT Shanghai, in partnership with the Philippine Airlines through the Tourism Promotions Board, will be inviting travel agents and wholesalers that previously operated the Guangzhou to Kalibo charter to visit Cebu and Dumaguete for the possibility of creating new tour products for the said destinations.

LV. SYMPOSIUM ON THE JURISPRUDENCE OF MARRIAGE AND OTHER ADULT INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS

Inclusive Dates: 20 June 2018 to 21 June 2018 30 local and Venue: University of Asia and the Pacific, Ortigas Center, Pasig City 50 foreign participants Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Booked Event

Short Description: The Symposium on the Jurisprudence of Marriage and other Adult Intimate Completed Relationships will be hosted by the International Academy for the Study of Jurisprudence for the Family (IASJF) and jointly sponsored by Boston College Law School and Brigham Young University Law School. In partnership with the UA&P, the event will be held on 20-21 June 2018 at the UA&P campus. With the theme "Family and Poverty", this two day program comprises of keynote addresses and papers to be delivered and the succeeding dialogue

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LVI. INCENTIVE TOUR FOR KOREA YAKULT COMPANY LTD.

Inclusive Dates: 20 June 2018 to 23 June 2018 150 participants Venue: Cebu Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Incentive Trip

Short Description: Completed Yoohan Cebu Travel Corporation, in partnership with DOT-Korea, will organize the incentive travel for the 160 employees of Korea Yakult Co., Ltd. on 20-23 June in Cebu. Korea Yakult Co., Ltd manufactures and sells beverages and health related products in South Korea. It offers fermented dairy products, fruit and vegetable juices.

ST LVII. ASIAN CONFEDERATION OF INSTITUTES OF INTERNAL AUDITORS (ACIIA) 1 REGIONAL FORUM OF INTERNAL AUDITORS IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR

Inclusive Dates: 21 June 2018 to 22 June 2018 211 participants Venue: Philippine International Convention Center Completed Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Booked Event

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Short Description: The Institute of Internal Auditors Philippines, Inc. (IIAP) was founded in 1948 as a local organization of Internal Audit professionals dedicated for the advancement of the Internal Audit profession and its value to the organization and the community. Today, IIAP offers a variety of activities. IIAP is part of the network of more than 100 IIA chapters and institutes worldwide with more than 2,000 members both from the private and public sectors. IIAP is one of the founding member-organizations of the Asian Confederation of Institute of Internal Auditors (ACIIA.). The Association of Confederation of Internal Auditors (ACIIA), a confederation of 17 Institutes of Internal Auditors in the Asia Pacific region, has organized the first regional meeting of internal auditors in the public sector.

The Institute of Internal Auditors Philippines, Inc. (IIAP), together with the Association of Government Internal Auditors, Inc. (AGIA), bid and won the hosting of the 1st Regional Forum of Internal Auditors in the Public Sector, 21-22 June 2018, PICC. The theme for the first forum will be “Meeting Today’s Challenge: The Value of Internal Audit in the Public Sector”. It will have plenary and breakout sessions across the two-day event. The forum is expecting 400 delegates who are public sector auditors from the Asia pacific region.

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For the TPB assistance, IIAP was requested to: • Acknowledge TPB as sponsor through inclusion of TPB logo and Philippine branding in Forum promotional materials • Show the Philippine video throughout the Forum, whenever possible • Encourage the delegates to use the hashtags “#ItsMoreFunInThePhilippines” and “#tpbgovph” on their social media accounts pertaining the Congress and their Philippine experience • Submit of a brief report of the Forum together with the list of participants and other supporting documents such as but not limited to event printed materials, photos and videos.

LVIII. TECHTONIC SUMMIT 2018

Inclusive Dates: 22 June 2018 to 23 June 2018 Venue: SMX Convention Center – Hall 4 Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Booked Event

Short Description: Completed The Techtonic Summit is an educational, networking and exhibition event which brings together innovators and investors in corporations, academe and government. It aims to inspire innovation and build a community across the region through an annual event showcasing a multitude of groundbreaking technologies from various industries and sectors. It is slated

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TPB provided the following assistance to the organizers: a) Welcome lei reception and facilitation for the foreign delegates upon arrival in NAIA b) Provision of promotional materials for the foreign delegates, media and VIPs.

LIX. DIVING & RESORT TRAVEL (DRT) SHOW TAIWAN 2018

Inclusive Dates: 22 June 2018 to 24 June 2018 16 seller participants Venue: Taipei Flora Expo Nature of Activity: International Trade and Consumer Fair

Short Description: The Tourism Promotions Board, in coordination with the DOT Overseas Completed Office in Taiwan, organized the Philippines’ participation to the Diving, Resort, & Travel (DRT) Show in Taiwan last 22-24 June 2018 at the Taipei Flora Expo.

TPB reserved a 90 square meter booth which accommodated ten (10) private sector participants, namely, Azure Dive Resort, Devocean Divers, Arkipelago Divers, Kiss Diving Shop, Casa Escondida, Seaquest Dive Center, Kasai Village,

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Pacific Cebu Resort, El Pinoy Dive & Leisure Resort and Sea Explorers. The Philippine booth was the largest booth in the whole exhibition. Approximately 120-150 exhibitors participated in the whole event and an estimated number of 15,000 visitors attended the 3-day event.

LX. UNIVERSAL PREVENTION CURRICULUM (UPC) ON SUBSTANCE USE, CURRICULUM 1: INTRODUCTION TO PREVENTION SCIENCE

Inclusive Dates: 25 June 2018 to 29 June 2018 21 participants Venue: Dusit Thani Hotel Nature of Activity: M.I.C.E. Booked Event

Short Description: Republic Act No. 9165 or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 mandates the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB) to be the policy-making and strategy-formulating body on drug prevention and control. It shall develop Completed and adopt a comprehensive, integrated, unified and balanced national drug abuse prevention and control strategy.

The Universal Prevention Curriculum (UPC) on Substance, Curriculum 1: Introduction to Prevention Science, is a 40-hour training. This course provides an overview of the science that underlies evidence-based prevention interventions and strategies, and the application of these effective approaches in prevention practice.

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The training aims to intensify the concerted efforts of the ASEAN Member States (AMS) to realize the vision and goal of a drug-free ASEAN and make it priority agenda. Specifically, it aims to enhance the capacities of prevention coordinators/practitioners on the evidence-based interventions and policies on substance use prevention. Likewise, the training will update their knowledge of strategies which are proven to work in various settings across countries. The event will be participated in by 30 representatives from the neighboring ASEAN countries.

The TPB committed to provide tourism brochures and giveaways for its VIPs and endorsement to concerned airport offices for airport facilitation and welcome reception.

For the assistance extended, TPB requested DDB to acknowledge TPB as sponsor of giveaways through inclusion of TPB and It’s More Fun logos in their meeting materials and live announcements, if feasible; encourage the delegates to use the hashtags “#ItsMoreFunInThePhilippines” and “#tpbgovph” on their social media accounts pertaining the training and their Philippine experience; submit of a brief report of the training together with the list of participants and other supporting documents such as but not limited to event printed materials, photos and videos.

Accomplishment Report 2​Nd​ Quarter 2018

Accomplishment Report 2Nd Quarter 2018