More Chinese Tourist Welcomed

The Department of Tourism (DOT) has intensified its campaigns in China by adding tourist attractions next year.

Chinese tourists, who are now the Philippines’ fastest-growing market, has consistently recorded a growth rate of almost 10 times its usual average.

DOT Secretary Joseph “Ace” Durano, in a statement, said latest arrivals statistics showed Chinese tourists posted a growth rate of 189.4 percent last September compared to the same period last year.

“This impressive improvement has roused our spirits in our incessant pursuit of acquiring a sizeable portion of their outbound travelers,” Durano said.

New destinations

By next year, DOT will start advertising Subic, Clark, Davao and the new Manila as additional tourist destinations for Chinese tourists.

The DOT has been attending travel fairs and consumer events in China to beef up marketing promotions.

It showcased diving, golf, wellness and spa services. (From PR)