Archive for July 2nd, 2008

Industry stakeholders want Cebu to be shopping tourism capital

Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008
    APART from positioning Cebu as a world-class destination for medical and wellness tourism in Asia by 2010, tourism industry players are also tapping the province’s potential as a shopping destination for local and foreign travelers.

“Shopping tourism,” described as an emerging venture in the industry, was discussed by the Philippine International Trade Fair (PITF) 2008 chairperson Angel Ramos Bognot in last week’s Tourism Congress at the Cebu International Convention Center.

Bognot said the venture represents an “intimate and emotional” relationship between the country and the tourists as manifested through the buying of clothes, souvenirs and food, among others. More…

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Sogod launches Panagsogod Fest

Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008
    Foreign and local tourists are expected to witness Sogod town’s first ever Panagsogod Festival, which was formally launched yesterday.

Sogod acting Mayor Lissa Marie “Moonyen” Durano said there are several contingents that would be joining the street parade during the town’s fiesta on July 25.

“We feel that this is an opportune time to start anew and give thanks. We believe the festival will usher in more blessings for Sogod and its people,” Durano said in a press conference at Casino Español. The Freeman

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