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  • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Seminar for 34 service employees of the Municipal Government of Samal

    Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Seminar  for 34 service employees of the Municipal Government of Samal

    Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Seminar for 34 service employees of the Municipal Government of Samal

    On September 7, 2026, the Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Samal, successfully concluded the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Seminar for 34 service employees of the Municipal Government of Samal.

    This flagship training program of the DOT was led by FBSE Master Trainer Mr. Jay A. Aquino, with the assistance of DOT Training Representative Mr. Erwin Joshua Salta.

    Through this collaboration among the provincial government, the national government, and the LGU of Samal, a culture of excellence is strengthened by instilling the Filipino brand of hospitality among civil servants and tourism stakeholders, ultimately enhancing public service delivery for guests and constituents across Bataan.

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    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Dinalupihan

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Dinalupihan through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 23, 2026, at the…

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    • DOT X PTOUR Mobile Accreditation in Morong

      The Department of Tourism (DOT), in partnership with the Provincial Tourism Office of Bataan, brought the DOT x PTOUR Mobile Accreditation to the Municipality of Morong on September 15, 2026, at the Tourism and Cultural Heritage Center in Ibabao, Binaritan, Morong, Bataan.The onsite accreditation caravan provided local tourism stakeholders with direct assistance in their tourism…

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    • Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026

      As we celebrate Bataan’s festivals and traditions through TUKLAS Bataan, we’re putting the spotlight on one of the province’s most meaningful celebrations, the Pawikan Festival. Here are the entries for the Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026! Each design gives its own creative take on the festival and its message of protecting our sea turtles.…

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    • Ready ka na bang maki-TUKLAS, Bataan?

      Abangan ang tatlong araw ng saya, kultura, sining, at turismo sa TUKLAS Bataan 2026, happening this September 25–27 at The Event Center, SM City Bataan! Tuklasin ang iba’t ibang festival booths, special presentations, LGU showcases, at iba pang exciting activities featuring the vibrant tourism and creative industry of Bataan. See you there! Tara, tuklasin natin…

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    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Bagac

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Bagac through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 21, 2026, at Psalm…

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    • Christmas Starts Here: SM Supermalls Launches 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas

      MANILA, Philippines, September 2026 – Christmas arrives early at SM Supermalls as the 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas gets underway, bringing the holiday season to all 91 SM malls nationwide. The campaign celebrates the Christmas traditions Filipinos have built at SM over the years, while introducing new experiences to look forward to each season. From…

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    • Bataan is bringing a little taste of home to the Central Luzon Tourism & Trade Fair 2026!

      Drop by the Galing Bataan booth and check out the products proudly made by our local entrepreneurs. From local food and delicacies to unique finds, there’s something for everyone to discover and bring home. If you’re at SM City Pampanga this weekend, drop by and support our Bataan MSMEs. Tara, tikman, tuklasin, at suportahan ang…

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    • From a simple idea to a festival worth experiencing

      Every great production starts somewhere. Sometimes, it starts with a simple idea. Then come the plans, the people, the details, the unexpected challenges, and eventually, the moment when everything comes together. That was the story of Day 3 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop held on September 17, 2026. For the final day, participants…

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    • Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop

      On September 16, 2026, Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop brought together local artists, tourism officers, and tourism stakeholders for another day of learning, sharing, and exchanging ideas. With resource speakers Mr. Leonilo C. Agustin, Mr. Matthew T. Manalaysay, and Mr. Jose Christe Nombres, participants explored the different elements that come together…

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    • Look:List of Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair Exhibitors

      Catch the gathering of the best Central Luzon tourism products at the Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair 2026, only at SM City Pampanga from September 18-20, 2026. See you there! Other Articles Come and Join us FOLLOW US ON

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  • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence Training

    Filipino Brand of Service Excellence Training

    Filipino Brand of Service Excellence Training

    As we celebrate Tourism Month this September, Bataan continues to strengthen its commitment to delivering warm, genuine, and excellent service through the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence Training.

    This training is part of the implementation of Resolution No. 56, Series of 2025, adopting and institutionalizing the Mabuhay Gesture as the official greeting to enhance the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Province of Bataan. Here’s the schedule of the provincewide training. See you, participants!

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    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Dinalupihan

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Dinalupihan through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 23, 2026, at the…

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    • DOT X PTOUR Mobile Accreditation in Morong

      The Department of Tourism (DOT), in partnership with the Provincial Tourism Office of Bataan, brought the DOT x PTOUR Mobile Accreditation to the Municipality of Morong on September 15, 2026, at the Tourism and Cultural Heritage Center in Ibabao, Binaritan, Morong, Bataan.The onsite accreditation caravan provided local tourism stakeholders with direct assistance in their tourism…

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    • Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026

      As we celebrate Bataan’s festivals and traditions through TUKLAS Bataan, we’re putting the spotlight on one of the province’s most meaningful celebrations, the Pawikan Festival. Here are the entries for the Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026! Each design gives its own creative take on the festival and its message of protecting our sea turtles.…

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    • Ready ka na bang maki-TUKLAS, Bataan?

      Abangan ang tatlong araw ng saya, kultura, sining, at turismo sa TUKLAS Bataan 2026, happening this September 25–27 at The Event Center, SM City Bataan! Tuklasin ang iba’t ibang festival booths, special presentations, LGU showcases, at iba pang exciting activities featuring the vibrant tourism and creative industry of Bataan. See you there! Tara, tuklasin natin…

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    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Bagac

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Bagac through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 21, 2026, at Psalm…

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    • Christmas Starts Here: SM Supermalls Launches 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas

      MANILA, Philippines, September 2026 – Christmas arrives early at SM Supermalls as the 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas gets underway, bringing the holiday season to all 91 SM malls nationwide. The campaign celebrates the Christmas traditions Filipinos have built at SM over the years, while introducing new experiences to look forward to each season. From…

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    • Bataan is bringing a little taste of home to the Central Luzon Tourism & Trade Fair 2026!

      Drop by the Galing Bataan booth and check out the products proudly made by our local entrepreneurs. From local food and delicacies to unique finds, there’s something for everyone to discover and bring home. If you’re at SM City Pampanga this weekend, drop by and support our Bataan MSMEs. Tara, tikman, tuklasin, at suportahan ang…

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    • From a simple idea to a festival worth experiencing

      Every great production starts somewhere. Sometimes, it starts with a simple idea. Then come the plans, the people, the details, the unexpected challenges, and eventually, the moment when everything comes together. That was the story of Day 3 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop held on September 17, 2026. For the final day, participants…

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    • Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop

      On September 16, 2026, Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop brought together local artists, tourism officers, and tourism stakeholders for another day of learning, sharing, and exchanging ideas. With resource speakers Mr. Leonilo C. Agustin, Mr. Matthew T. Manalaysay, and Mr. Jose Christe Nombres, participants explored the different elements that come together…

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    • Look:List of Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair Exhibitors

      Catch the gathering of the best Central Luzon tourism products at the Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair 2026, only at SM City Pampanga from September 18-20, 2026. See you there! Other Articles Come and Join us FOLLOW US ON

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  • Behold Bataan at the 37th Philippine Travel Mart 2026!

    Behold Bataan at the 37th Philippine Travel Mart 2026!

    Behold Bataan at the 37th Philippine Travel Mart 2026!

    Come visit us at the Central Luzon booth at SMX Convention Center Manila from September 4-6 and get a little taste of what awaits you in Bataan—from breathtaking views and rich history to unforgettable experiences and warm Bataeño hospitality. Come and discover why it’s time to BEHOLD BATAAN!

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    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Dinalupihan

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Dinalupihan through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 23, 2026, at the…

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    • DOT X PTOUR Mobile Accreditation in Morong

      The Department of Tourism (DOT), in partnership with the Provincial Tourism Office of Bataan, brought the DOT x PTOUR Mobile Accreditation to the Municipality of Morong on September 15, 2026, at the Tourism and Cultural Heritage Center in Ibabao, Binaritan, Morong, Bataan.The onsite accreditation caravan provided local tourism stakeholders with direct assistance in their tourism…

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    • Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026

      As we celebrate Bataan’s festivals and traditions through TUKLAS Bataan, we’re putting the spotlight on one of the province’s most meaningful celebrations, the Pawikan Festival. Here are the entries for the Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026! Each design gives its own creative take on the festival and its message of protecting our sea turtles.…

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    • Ready ka na bang maki-TUKLAS, Bataan?

      Abangan ang tatlong araw ng saya, kultura, sining, at turismo sa TUKLAS Bataan 2026, happening this September 25–27 at The Event Center, SM City Bataan! Tuklasin ang iba’t ibang festival booths, special presentations, LGU showcases, at iba pang exciting activities featuring the vibrant tourism and creative industry of Bataan. See you there! Tara, tuklasin natin…

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    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Bagac

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Bagac through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 21, 2026, at Psalm…

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    • Christmas Starts Here: SM Supermalls Launches 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas

      MANILA, Philippines, September 2026 – Christmas arrives early at SM Supermalls as the 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas gets underway, bringing the holiday season to all 91 SM malls nationwide. The campaign celebrates the Christmas traditions Filipinos have built at SM over the years, while introducing new experiences to look forward to each season. From…

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    • Bataan is bringing a little taste of home to the Central Luzon Tourism & Trade Fair 2026!

      Drop by the Galing Bataan booth and check out the products proudly made by our local entrepreneurs. From local food and delicacies to unique finds, there’s something for everyone to discover and bring home. If you’re at SM City Pampanga this weekend, drop by and support our Bataan MSMEs. Tara, tikman, tuklasin, at suportahan ang…

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    • From a simple idea to a festival worth experiencing

      Every great production starts somewhere. Sometimes, it starts with a simple idea. Then come the plans, the people, the details, the unexpected challenges, and eventually, the moment when everything comes together. That was the story of Day 3 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop held on September 17, 2026. For the final day, participants…

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    • Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop

      On September 16, 2026, Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop brought together local artists, tourism officers, and tourism stakeholders for another day of learning, sharing, and exchanging ideas. With resource speakers Mr. Leonilo C. Agustin, Mr. Matthew T. Manalaysay, and Mr. Jose Christe Nombres, participants explored the different elements that come together…

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    • Look:List of Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair Exhibitors

      Catch the gathering of the best Central Luzon tourism products at the Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair 2026, only at SM City Pampanga from September 18-20, 2026. See you there! Other Articles Come and Join us FOLLOW US ON

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  • The 7-day Bataan Eco-Tour Guides Training concluded its last module on August 29–30, 2026, at the Bataan Tourism Pavilion

    The 7-day Bataan Eco-Tour Guides Training concluded its last module on August 29–30, 2026, at the Bataan Tourism Pavilion

    The 7-day Bataan Eco-Tour Guides Training concluded its last module on August 29–30, 2026, at the Bataan Tourism Pavilion

    Featuring its final activity, Basic First Aid and Mountaineering, led by DOT Resource Speaker Ms. Myrna Tubeo, together with Mr. Melchor Padilla and Mr. Edwin Aguilar as her co-facilitators for the last 2-day session.

    The participants underwent hands-on training on tent pitching through camp and station setting, essential mountaineering skills such as knot tying, and various bandaging techniques as part of basic life support in case of unexpected circumstances during a nature walk.

    This specialized training aims to elevate the skills of local frontline workforces, encouraging the development and promotion of sustainable tourism across Bataan and, ultimately, the Region.

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    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Dinalupihan

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Dinalupihan through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 23, 2026, at the…

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    • DOT X PTOUR Mobile Accreditation in Morong

      The Department of Tourism (DOT), in partnership with the Provincial Tourism Office of Bataan, brought the DOT x PTOUR Mobile Accreditation to the Municipality of Morong on September 15, 2026, at the Tourism and Cultural Heritage Center in Ibabao, Binaritan, Morong, Bataan.The onsite accreditation caravan provided local tourism stakeholders with direct assistance in their tourism…

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    • Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026

      As we celebrate Bataan’s festivals and traditions through TUKLAS Bataan, we’re putting the spotlight on one of the province’s most meaningful celebrations, the Pawikan Festival. Here are the entries for the Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026! Each design gives its own creative take on the festival and its message of protecting our sea turtles.…

      Read more

    • Ready ka na bang maki-TUKLAS, Bataan?

      Abangan ang tatlong araw ng saya, kultura, sining, at turismo sa TUKLAS Bataan 2026, happening this September 25–27 at The Event Center, SM City Bataan! Tuklasin ang iba’t ibang festival booths, special presentations, LGU showcases, at iba pang exciting activities featuring the vibrant tourism and creative industry of Bataan. See you there! Tara, tuklasin natin…

      Read more

    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Bagac

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Bagac through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 21, 2026, at Psalm…

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    • Christmas Starts Here: SM Supermalls Launches 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas

      MANILA, Philippines, September 2026 – Christmas arrives early at SM Supermalls as the 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas gets underway, bringing the holiday season to all 91 SM malls nationwide. The campaign celebrates the Christmas traditions Filipinos have built at SM over the years, while introducing new experiences to look forward to each season. From…

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    • Bataan is bringing a little taste of home to the Central Luzon Tourism & Trade Fair 2026!

      Drop by the Galing Bataan booth and check out the products proudly made by our local entrepreneurs. From local food and delicacies to unique finds, there’s something for everyone to discover and bring home. If you’re at SM City Pampanga this weekend, drop by and support our Bataan MSMEs. Tara, tikman, tuklasin, at suportahan ang…

      Read more

    • From a simple idea to a festival worth experiencing

      Every great production starts somewhere. Sometimes, it starts with a simple idea. Then come the plans, the people, the details, the unexpected challenges, and eventually, the moment when everything comes together. That was the story of Day 3 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop held on September 17, 2026. For the final day, participants…

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    • Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop

      On September 16, 2026, Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop brought together local artists, tourism officers, and tourism stakeholders for another day of learning, sharing, and exchanging ideas. With resource speakers Mr. Leonilo C. Agustin, Mr. Matthew T. Manalaysay, and Mr. Jose Christe Nombres, participants explored the different elements that come together…

      Read more

    • Look:List of Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair Exhibitors

      Catch the gathering of the best Central Luzon tourism products at the Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair 2026, only at SM City Pampanga from September 18-20, 2026. See you there! Other Articles Come and Join us FOLLOW US ON

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  • The fifth day of the Bataan Eco-Tour Guides Training

    The fifth day of the Bataan Eco-Tour Guides Training

    The fifth day of the Bataan Eco-Tour Guides Training

    The fifth day of the Bataan Eco-Tour Guides Training was held on August 27, 2026, where the knowledge gained from the previous sessions was reflected through the participants’ application during the Mock Eco-Tour Guiding.

    The aspiring eco-tour guides were critiqued by a pool of selected evaluators invited by the Provincial Tourism Office, namely Ms. Gracious Anne E. Belley, Owner of Game Travel and Tours; Ms. Juliet Allegra A. Blanas, DOT-Accredited Regional Tour Guide; and DOT Resource Speaker Mr. Romano Del Rosario.

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    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Dinalupihan

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Dinalupihan through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 23, 2026, at the…

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    • DOT X PTOUR Mobile Accreditation in Morong

      The Department of Tourism (DOT), in partnership with the Provincial Tourism Office of Bataan, brought the DOT x PTOUR Mobile Accreditation to the Municipality of Morong on September 15, 2026, at the Tourism and Cultural Heritage Center in Ibabao, Binaritan, Morong, Bataan.The onsite accreditation caravan provided local tourism stakeholders with direct assistance in their tourism…

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    • Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026

      As we celebrate Bataan’s festivals and traditions through TUKLAS Bataan, we’re putting the spotlight on one of the province’s most meaningful celebrations, the Pawikan Festival. Here are the entries for the Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026! Each design gives its own creative take on the festival and its message of protecting our sea turtles.…

      Read more

    • Ready ka na bang maki-TUKLAS, Bataan?

      Abangan ang tatlong araw ng saya, kultura, sining, at turismo sa TUKLAS Bataan 2026, happening this September 25–27 at The Event Center, SM City Bataan! Tuklasin ang iba’t ibang festival booths, special presentations, LGU showcases, at iba pang exciting activities featuring the vibrant tourism and creative industry of Bataan. See you there! Tara, tuklasin natin…

      Read more

    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Bagac

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Bagac through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 21, 2026, at Psalm…

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    • Christmas Starts Here: SM Supermalls Launches 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas

      MANILA, Philippines, September 2026 – Christmas arrives early at SM Supermalls as the 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas gets underway, bringing the holiday season to all 91 SM malls nationwide. The campaign celebrates the Christmas traditions Filipinos have built at SM over the years, while introducing new experiences to look forward to each season. From…

      Read more

    • Bataan is bringing a little taste of home to the Central Luzon Tourism & Trade Fair 2026!

      Drop by the Galing Bataan booth and check out the products proudly made by our local entrepreneurs. From local food and delicacies to unique finds, there’s something for everyone to discover and bring home. If you’re at SM City Pampanga this weekend, drop by and support our Bataan MSMEs. Tara, tikman, tuklasin, at suportahan ang…

      Read more

    • From a simple idea to a festival worth experiencing

      Every great production starts somewhere. Sometimes, it starts with a simple idea. Then come the plans, the people, the details, the unexpected challenges, and eventually, the moment when everything comes together. That was the story of Day 3 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop held on September 17, 2026. For the final day, participants…

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    • Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop

      On September 16, 2026, Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop brought together local artists, tourism officers, and tourism stakeholders for another day of learning, sharing, and exchanging ideas. With resource speakers Mr. Leonilo C. Agustin, Mr. Matthew T. Manalaysay, and Mr. Jose Christe Nombres, participants explored the different elements that come together…

      Read more

    • Look:List of Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair Exhibitors

      Catch the gathering of the best Central Luzon tourism products at the Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair 2026, only at SM City Pampanga from September 18-20, 2026. See you there! Other Articles Come and Join us FOLLOW US ON

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  • Tour Guiding Techniques and Application to the Tourism Industry

    Tour Guiding Techniques and Application to the Tourism Industry

    Tour Guiding Techniques and Application to the Tourism Industry

    Mabuhay!
    On August 27, 2026, the fourth day of the Bataan Eco-Tour Guides Training, the aspiring eco-tour guides were enriched through the Core Principles of Eco-Guiding: Proper Guiding Techniques by the DOT Resource Speaker, Mr. Manu Del Rosario, with the assistance of DOT Training Representative, Mr. Erwin Joshua Salta, held at the Bataan Tourism Pavilion.

    The participants were divided into two identified elements: Guides that will focus on Mountaineering, and the other group will be specializing in bodies of water. This activity will be a part of their preparation before the Mock Tour Session the next day.

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    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Dinalupihan

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Dinalupihan through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 23, 2026, at the…

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    • DOT X PTOUR Mobile Accreditation in Morong

      The Department of Tourism (DOT), in partnership with the Provincial Tourism Office of Bataan, brought the DOT x PTOUR Mobile Accreditation to the Municipality of Morong on September 15, 2026, at the Tourism and Cultural Heritage Center in Ibabao, Binaritan, Morong, Bataan.The onsite accreditation caravan provided local tourism stakeholders with direct assistance in their tourism…

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    • Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026

      As we celebrate Bataan’s festivals and traditions through TUKLAS Bataan, we’re putting the spotlight on one of the province’s most meaningful celebrations, the Pawikan Festival. Here are the entries for the Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026! Each design gives its own creative take on the festival and its message of protecting our sea turtles.…

      Read more

    • Ready ka na bang maki-TUKLAS, Bataan?

      Abangan ang tatlong araw ng saya, kultura, sining, at turismo sa TUKLAS Bataan 2026, happening this September 25–27 at The Event Center, SM City Bataan! Tuklasin ang iba’t ibang festival booths, special presentations, LGU showcases, at iba pang exciting activities featuring the vibrant tourism and creative industry of Bataan. See you there! Tara, tuklasin natin…

      Read more

    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Bagac

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Bagac through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 21, 2026, at Psalm…

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    • Christmas Starts Here: SM Supermalls Launches 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas

      MANILA, Philippines, September 2026 – Christmas arrives early at SM Supermalls as the 12 Weeks of Iconic Christmas gets underway, bringing the holiday season to all 91 SM malls nationwide. The campaign celebrates the Christmas traditions Filipinos have built at SM over the years, while introducing new experiences to look forward to each season. From…

      Read more

    • Bataan is bringing a little taste of home to the Central Luzon Tourism & Trade Fair 2026!

      Drop by the Galing Bataan booth and check out the products proudly made by our local entrepreneurs. From local food and delicacies to unique finds, there’s something for everyone to discover and bring home. If you’re at SM City Pampanga this weekend, drop by and support our Bataan MSMEs. Tara, tikman, tuklasin, at suportahan ang…

      Read more

    • From a simple idea to a festival worth experiencing

      Every great production starts somewhere. Sometimes, it starts with a simple idea. Then come the plans, the people, the details, the unexpected challenges, and eventually, the moment when everything comes together. That was the story of Day 3 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop held on September 17, 2026. For the final day, participants…

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    • Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop

      On September 16, 2026, Day 2 of the 3-Day Festival Production Management Workshop brought together local artists, tourism officers, and tourism stakeholders for another day of learning, sharing, and exchanging ideas. With resource speakers Mr. Leonilo C. Agustin, Mr. Matthew T. Manalaysay, and Mr. Jose Christe Nombres, participants explored the different elements that come together…

      Read more

    • Look:List of Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair Exhibitors

      Catch the gathering of the best Central Luzon tourism products at the Central Luzon Tourism and Trade Fair 2026, only at SM City Pampanga from September 18-20, 2026. See you there! Other Articles Come and Join us FOLLOW US ON

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  • The Saga of the Blue Dress – Marily Sasota Gayeta

    The Saga of the Blue Dress – Marily Sasota Gayeta

    The Saga of the Blue Dress – Marily Sasota Gayeta

    Let’s show some love and support to our fellow Bateño! Proud to see one of our own sharing her story and talent through literature. Congratulations, Ms. Marily Sasota Gayeta, and best of luck with “The Saga of the Blue Dress”! If you’re heading to the Manila International Book Fair this September 9–13, don’t miss the chance to check it out and support a fellow Bateño!

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    • Filipino Brand of Service Excellence in the Municipality of Dinalupihan

      As part of the continuing celebration of Tourism Month, the Bataan Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism – Region III, and in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Dinalupihan through the Municipal Tourism Office, successfully conducted the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training on September 23, 2026, at the…

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    • DOT X PTOUR Mobile Accreditation in Morong

      The Department of Tourism (DOT), in partnership with the Provincial Tourism Office of Bataan, brought the DOT x PTOUR Mobile Accreditation to the Municipality of Morong on September 15, 2026, at the Tourism and Cultural Heritage Center in Ibabao, Binaritan, Morong, Bataan.The onsite accreditation caravan provided local tourism stakeholders with direct assistance in their tourism…

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    • Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026

      As we celebrate Bataan’s festivals and traditions through TUKLAS Bataan, we’re putting the spotlight on one of the province’s most meaningful celebrations, the Pawikan Festival. Here are the entries for the Pawikan Festival T-Shirt Design Competition 2026! Each design gives its own creative take on the festival and its message of protecting our sea turtles.…

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    DOTxPTOUR Mobile Accreditation in Mariveles

    DOTxPTOUR Mobile Accreditation in Mariveles

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    Tourism Month 2026 Calendar of Activities

    Tourism Month 2026 Calendar of Activities

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    September is Tourism Month!

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