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DOT taps 3rd-party assessors for new star rating system

By Louise Maureen Simeon | November 23, 2015 - 9:00am

The Department of Tourism (DOT) has commissioned third-party assessors (TPAs) to ensure global standards are met under the...

Business

New star rating system launched for hotels, resorts

By Louise Maureen Simeon | September 10, 2015 - 10:00am

The Philippines is now better positioned for tourism growth and competitiveness after a new star rating system to standardize the accreditation of local hotels and resorts has been introduced, according to foreign...

Business

Phl named 26th friendliest country

March 21, 2013 - 12:00am

The Philippines is the 26th friendliest country in the world.

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