Department of Tourism - Northern Mindanao Office

The Department of Tourism Region X, headed by Regional Director Marie Elaine S. Unchuan is now all set for the 35th Philippine Travel Mart!

We are excited to invite everyone to Booth PTM J23 and get a glimpse of the of Northern Mindanao, happening from September 6-8, 2024, at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, Manila!

Explore Northern Mindanao's finest tour packages and promos with CDO Travel and Tours, Tourist Depot Travel, Rob Camiguin Travel and Tours, and Rem Travel and Tours—your gateway to an unforgettable getaway!

Don't miss the cultural showcase by Kulahi Performing Arts, bringing the vibrant traditions of Bukidnon to life.

Marvel at the artistry of Kilem Jaime’s Soil Painting and Marites Altohan from the Higaonon Indigenous Group, featuring exquisite Hinabol Weaving.

Savor the taste of Northern Mindanao with our selection of pasalubongs from local businesses.

Experience the Limitless Adventures of Northern Mindanao and let’s create your next adventure together.

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Love the Philippines!

Join us at the 35th Philippine Travel Mart from September 6-8, 2024, at the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, Manila ! Explore limitless adventures awaiting you in Northern Mindanao by visiting our booth.

Plan your Northmin next getaway with the help of our tour operators:

* CDO Travel and Tours
* Tourist Depot Travel
* Rob Camiguin Travel and Tours
* Rem Travel and Tours

Congratulations, Philippines ✨✨

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐑𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐡𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐦: 𝐉𝐞𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐮𝐤𝐢𝐝𝐧𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 (𝐏𝐌𝐓) 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦

#𝐊𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐁𝐢𝐭 I Jet Lee, the ambassador of Philippine Motorcycle Tourism (PMT), swaps gears and dives into Bukidnon's rich culture by joining the BUKSU Kalasanon Dance Troupe in an unforgettable ethnic dance during the Philippine Motorcycle Tourism Forum in Bukidnon, brought by Department of Tourism - Northern Mindanao Office and Tourism Promotions Board Philippines. Celebrating unity through tourism, heritage, and adventure!

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𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐤𝐢𝐝𝐧𝐨𝐧

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 I During the first Philippine Motorcycle Tourism Forum in Bukidnon, Regional Director Marie Elaine Unchuan of the Department of Tourism - Northern Mindanao Office shared her excitement about Bukidnon as a prime destination for motorcycle enthusiasts. She highlighted how the region offers a unique blend of city vibes, thrilling rides, and stunning landscapes. Unchuan expressed gratitude for the chance to embark on this adventure with the riders, vloggers, and bloggers from Northern Mindanao, looking forward to creating unforgettable experiences in Bukidnon.

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𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈: Philippine Motorcycle Tourism Forum revved up in Bukidnon, bringing together motorcycle enthusiasts, tourism stakeholders, and industry leaders to explore the potential of motorcycle tourism in the Philippines, particularly in Northern Mindanao, on September 1, 2024, at the Roadhouse in Valencia City, Bukidnon.

Governor Rogelio Neil Oneil Roque officially opened the forum, welcoming attendees and setting a positive tone for the day. Atty. Gregory A. Nuega, Manager of the Legal Department at the Tourism Promotions Board Philippines, followed with a message expressing optimism about the future of motorcycle tourism in the country.

Meanwhile, Regional Director Marie Elaine Salvaña Unchuan of the Department of Tourism Region 10 delivered a compelling presentation on the potential of Northern Mindanao as a premier destination for motorcycle tourism, citing the region's diverse landscapes and vibrant culture.

The forum also featured key sessions led by industry experts, including Raymon Gabriel, Daniela C. Buco, Clyde Karim Solano, Ibrahim R. Bernardo, and Kara Santos. These sessions covered a range of topics from safety promotion and content creation to business opportunities within the motorcycle tourism sector.

Philippine Motorcycle Tourism Ambassadress Jet Lee also shared her personal experiences and encouraged participants to explore the Philippines on two wheels. She passionately highlighted that while the country is home to stunning landscapes, its greatest natural resource is its people—the heart and soul of the Philippines. The Ambassadress emphasized the readiness of Northern Mindanao to welcome and cater to motorcycle tourists.

The Philippine Motorcycle Tourism Forum is spearheaded by Tourism Promotions Board Philippines in collaboration with the DOT Region X.

City Government of Valencia, Bukidnon | Bukidnon Provincial Tourism and Cultural Services | Valencia City Tourism and Cultural Affairs Division

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: Philippine Motorcycle Tourism Forum guests made a stop over at the Kaamulan Capitol Grounds in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, to join the celebration of the province's 110th Founding Anniversary. Philippine Motorcycle Tourism Ambassadress Jet Lee, known for her passion for promoting the beauty of the Philippines through motorcycle loops, took the opportunity to greet the attendees. She emphasized, “Nindot ang Bukidnon, angay balik-balikan,” highlighting the province's breathtaking landscapes that beckon travelers to return time and again.

As part of the Philippine Motorcycle Tourism Forum activities, a meet and greet with Malou, Gelo, Jio, NineJha, Raymon, and Joey, alongside Jet Lee, Maki, Kara, Daniela, Clyde, and Ibba was then held at the Kaamulan Open Theater Parking Area.

Meanwhile, Clyde Karim Solano, also known as Coach Clyde - MotorClyde of Motorclyde Training Center , a safety riding advocate, conducted a meaningful demonstration focusing on safe riding practices. This interactive session underscored the importance of road safety, particularly for motorcycle enthusiasts who explore Northern Mindanao's scenic routes.

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗼𝗻. 𝗞𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗼, 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼 𝗱𝗲𝗹 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀/𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺

“I’d like to congratulate Secretary Frasco for her accomplishments and her performance under the Department of Tourism.

When we first met her here in Congress, she led the charge—she said that she will lead the charge for the [Bongbong] Marcos administration, especially when it comes to the tourism industry, on our return to pre-pandemic levels of tourism and that really is the hallmark, I think, of our President’s achievements, how do we bounce back from the pandemic”.

Mohamad Khalid Quibranza Dimaporo

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗼𝗻. 𝗬𝗲𝘃𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘆 𝗩𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲 𝗘𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗼, 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗶𝘀 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀/𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺

“I would like to congratulate the Secretary; she has done a wonderful job for the country. Deep inside, believe me when I say this, that you had been the best Secretary of DOT this country ever has. Really, you have represented the Philippines very, very well.”

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗼𝗻. 𝗥𝘂𝗳𝘂𝘀 𝗥𝗼𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘇, 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗲 𝗢𝗿𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀/𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺

“We have heard and listened to the presentation clearly, the total combined tourism receipts, Mister Chairman, is Php 3.36 trillion. The share to GDP is 8.6%, and you know the difference between GDP and GNP? The GDP is ‘gawa dito ng Pilipinas’. GNP is ‘gawa ng Pilipino inside and outside’. So you see 8.6%, and then 48% increase in the (Tourism Direct) Gross Value Added, and then we go now to the budget.

The budget is a measly—Madam Chair—a measly Php 3.39 billion. How can we explain that? How can DBM [sic] explain that you’re only given this when the President says we have to accept the challenge of tourism, experiential tourism, and it should be given the support.”

Rufus B. Rodriguez

𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃 | DoT breaks ground for Misamis Oriental tourism facility

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DoT breaks ground for Misamis Oriental tourism facility INITAO, MISAMIS ORIENTAL, Philippines — Department of Tourism (DoT) Sec. Christina Garcia-Frasco led the groundbreaking rites for the construction of a tourism facility in this town located a

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𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: The Department of Tourism (DOT) continues to enhance the travel experience and comfort in the Philippines with the recent groundbreaking of the Tourist Rest Area (TRA) in Initao, Misamis Oriental, on August 30, 2024. The event, led by Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco marks a significant milestone as the first TRA in Misamis Oriental and the second in Northern Mindanao, following the inauguration of the first facility in Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon, last year.

This was followed by the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Initao LGU, headed by Mayor Mercy Grace Acain, and DOT Secretary Frasco, alongside Regional Director of DOT Region X Marie Elaine Salvaña Unchuan, Congressman Yevgeny Vincente Bambi Emano , Governor Peter "Sr. Pedro" Unabia , and TIEZA - Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority ACOO Jetro Nicolas Lozada. The agreement underscores the strong partnership between the national government and local authorities in promoting tourism development in the region.

Also in attendance were Initao SB Members, Misamis Oriental Mayors, Tourism Students, FBSE Trainers, DOT and local officials.

Department of Tourism - Philippines | Turismo MisOr

1st Tourist Rest Area in Misamis Oriental breaks ground in Initao - PROGRESS WATCH: Metro Cagayan de Oro and Northern Mindanao The first Tourist Rest Area (TRA) in Misamis Oriental broke ground today, August 30, in Initao, known for its beautiful white beaches and rich agro- and ecotourism sites. Located between Cagayan de Oro City and Iligan City, Initao is a perfect stop for travelers exploring the province. The TRA locat...

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