PHILIPPINES

Nominated for Major Awards

With four nominations under its belt this year, the Philippines is defending its back to back title as the World’s Leading Beach Destination and World’s Leading Dive Destination at the prestigious World Travel Awards (WTA), dubbed as the Oscars of the travel industry.

The Philippines’ track record of excellence in the travel and tourism industry continues to earn its reputation as a world-class destination. The nation’s nomination in four distinct categories underscores its commitment to providing travelers with unparalleled experiences.

This year, the country has been nominated in four coveted categories, solidifying its position as a global travel destination. Other than the nominations as World’s Leading Beach Destination and World’s Leading Dive Destination, the Philippines is also vying for the World’ Leading Island Destination, while the Department of Tourism is nominated as the World’s Leading Tourist Board.

Established in 1993, the London-based WTA acknowledges excellence in the travel and tourism industry in three tiers: country, regional and world awards across different categories.

To recall, the country had won World’s Leading Dive Destination and World’s Leading Beach Destination, while the historic Walled City of Intramuros reclaimed its title as Asia’s Leading Tourist Attraction at the WTA Asia Category in 2022.

Source: Department of Tourism, Philippines