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DOT X PTOUR Mobile Accreditation in Hermosa

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 Hermosa on August 25, 2026, at the Assembly Hall, Municipal Hall.
The program opened with a welcome message from Ms. Danica Lolita C. Tigas, Ph.D., Acting Provincial Tourism Officer of Bataan, followed by a special message from Hon. Alexander Jason M. Enriquez, SB Committee Chairperson on Tourism of Hermosa. Ms. Avon D. Timbol, Chief of the Tourism Regulations Division of DOT Region III, delivered a special message and provided an overview of the accreditation caravan, while Mr. Allen S. Gonzales, Supervising Tourism Operations Officer of DOT Region III, discussed the accreditation process and requirements. Mr. Jesus V. De Luna, Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Officer of Hermosa, also provided an orientation on the Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) and Certificate of Non-Coverage (CNC).

The activity concluded with onsite assistance for the submission of documentary requirements through the accreditation portal and physical inspection of applicants. The DOT Region III Accreditation Team and the Provincial Tourism Office assisted participants throughout the process.
The activity reflects the continued efforts of the DOT, the Provincial Tourism Office, and the Municipality of Hermosa to make tourism accreditation more accessible and help local tourism establishments meet the necessary standards.

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