Israeli Ambassador Dana Kursh said the proposed direct route could help increase tourist arrivals while improving travel access between the Philippines and Israel.
Baguio will become a meeting point for Cordillera traditions as eight regional festivals come together for the Department of Tourism’s Festival of Festivals.
The review aims to modernize ASEAN tourism policies as traveler expectations, digital technologies, connectivity needs, and regional challenges continue to evolve.
The department is prioritizing tourism readiness by improving airports, gateways, physical infrastructure, and transport links that help travelers move more seamlessly nationwide.
The summit brings tourism stakeholders together to strengthen Negros Occidental destinations while navigating shifting traveler expectations, emerging technologies, and the growing role of AI.