TRAVEL SERVICES! Prepared by: Miss Chrisdayle A. Kumar
WHAT IS THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM?
Why is it significant to the tourism industry?
1. DOT means __________. A. Department of Transportation C. Department of Tourism B. Department of Telecommunication D. Department of Tourist
THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM (DOT) IS A GOVERNMENT AGENCY RESPONSIBLE FOR DEVELOPING AND PROMOTING THE TOURISM INDUSTRY.
ITS PRIMARY OBJECTIVES INCLUDE ENHANCING THE COUNTRY'S TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE, PROMOTING TOURISM DESTINATIONS, AND ENSURING THE OVERALL GROWTH AND SUSTAINABILITY OF THE TOURISM SECTOR.
2. Presidential Decree No. 189 institutionalized the Department of Tourism in _____. A. 1972 B. 1973 C. 1974 D. 1975
Early Beginnings In 1956, the Philippine Tourist and Travel Association (PTTA) was created by Republic Act No. 710, marking one of the earliest organized efforts to promote tourism.
In 1973, Presidential Decree No. 189 created the Department of Tourism , with the Bureau of Tourism as one of its primary units. This marked the formal institutionalization of tourism governance in the Philippines.
LEGAL BASIS • PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 189 (MAY 11, 1973), ORGANIZED THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM (DOT). •
3. DOT was reorganized through Executive Order No. ______ A. 116 B. 118 C. 120 D. 122
It was reorganized through Executive Order No. 120 under Article II, Section 1 (a) and Article III of the 1986 Constitution. DOT is the prime tourism agency mandated to plan and set the fundamental policies involving the tourism sector, coordinate the policy with other tourism agencies, and become an administrative entity for the executive branch of government.
THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM (DOT) IS THE PRIMARY PLANNING, IMPLEMENTING, AND REGULATORY GOVERNMENT AGENCY TASKED TO DEVELOP AND PROMOTE THE PHILIPPINE TOURISM INDUSTRY, BOTH DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL.
THE DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM (DOT) IS MANDATED TO ENCOURAGE , PROMOTE , AND DEVELOP TOURISM AS A MAJOR SOCIO-ECONOMIC ACTIVITY TO GENERATE FOREIGN CURRENCY AND LOCAL EMPLOYMENT AND TO SPREAD THE BENEFITS OF TOURISM TO A WIDER SEGMENT OF THE POPULATION WITH THE SUPPORT, ASSISTANCE, AND COOPERATION OF BOTH THE PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECTORS.
THE DOT ASSURES THE SAFE, CONVENIENT, ENJOYABLE STAY AND TRAVEL OF FOREIGN AND LOCAL TOURISTS IN THE COUNTRY.
1. Tourism Promotion: Advertising and marketing the country’s tourist attractions and experiences. DOT’S PRIMARY FUNCTION
The Department of Tourism (DOT) unveiled a new tourism campaign slogan “Love the Philippines,” replacing the 11-year-old “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” brand in a bid to offer not only fun but also meaningful travel experience.
2. Infrastructure Development: Improving facilities and services to enhance tourist experiences. DOT’S PRIMARY FUNCTION
3. Regulation and Standards: Setting guidelines for tourism operations and ensuring quality standards. DOT’S PRIMARY FUNCTION
4. Sustainability Initiatives: Promoting eco-friendly practices and preserving cultural and natural resources. DOT’S PRIMARY FUNCTION
Balut is a must-have Filipino street food item that cannot be left off any list. It is a boiled fertilized egg embryo that is typically consumed directly from the shell. Many non-Filipinos find it a challenging experience to eat due to the fact that the eggs are incubated for either 14 or 21 days before being cooked. BALUT
mission The Department of Tourism (DOT) shall be the primary government agency charged with the responsibility to encourage, promote, and develop tourism as a major socio-economic activity to generate foreign currency and employment and to spread the benefits of tourism to both the private and public sector
VISION To develop a globally competitive, environmentally sustainable and socially responsible tourism industry that promotes inclusive growth through employment generation and equitable distribution of income thereby contributing to building a foundation for a high trusted society.
What does the DOT logo represent? ___________________ ___________________ ___________________
Which of the following is NOT one of the DOT's primary objectives? a) Enhancing the country's tourism infrastructure b) Promoting tourism destinations c) Ensuring the overall growth and sustainability of the tourism sector d) Managing the country's agricultural production
What is the campaign slogan of the DOT? a) "Love the Philippines" b) "Incredible Philippines" c) "Amazing Philippines" d) "Malaysia, Philippines"
What is the campaign slogan of the DOT? a) "Love the Philippines" b) "Incredible Philippines" c) "Amazing Philippines" d) "Malaysia, Philippines"
In ________, Presidential Decree No. 189 created the Department of Tourism 1977 C. 1978 1973 D. 1972
DOT was reorganized through Executive Order No. ____ under Article II, Section 1 (a) and Article III of the 1986 Constitution. 123 C. 124 120 D. 121
What are the DOT’s primary function? 9. 10.
Organizational Structure of Department of Tourism
"Who is the current DOT secretary?" "Who is the current DOT secretary?"
GROUPWORK Tell: The Department of Agency is headed by its Secretary of Tourism with a cabinet rank. The cabinet secretary is assisted by the four secretaries and an assistant secretary in overseeing the stability of the tourism industry in the country. Each of them has definite functions and responsibilities. Guide: Each group will pick one among the three undersecretaries and the assistant secretary for internal services. Brainstorm and analyze its functions and responsibilities. Act: Write the functions and responsibilities in a manila paper. Choose one member to present your work.
QUIZ 1.2 1. "Who is the current DOT secretary?"
QUIZ 1.2 2. Provides leadership, direction, and substance to the overall operations of the Department of Tourism.
QUIZ 1.2 3. It formulates policies, plans , programs, rules, and regulations; reviews and evaluates the performance of the Tourism Master Plan and advises the President on all matters affecting the tourism program of the country.
QUIZ 1.2 4. Has the primary function of promoting the Philippines as a tourist destination domestically and internationally.
QUIZ 1.2 5. Tasked to ensure the pleasant entry, stay, and exit of every tourists per region.
QUIZ 1.2 6. Responsible for the formulation and updating of the Tourism Master Plan, together with its component programs.
QUIZ 1.2 7. Ensures the smooth and legal functioning of the operations of the Department.
QUIZ 1.2 8. Performs the administrative services and support in the areas of personnel management, human resources development, general services administration, computerization and information technology services, budgetary, financial and management services, and including investigatory and advisory services.