Two Grand Winner awards for Bataan!

A proud moment for our province as Bataan takes home two Grand Winner awards at the ATOP Pearl Awards 2026, a national recognition program honoring outstanding tourism initiatives and achievements of local government units across the Philippines. The awarding ceremony was held in Ormoc City, Leyte, on October 21, 2026.

🏆 Best Tourism Month/Week Celebration (Provincial Level) for TUKLAS Bataan

🏆 Best Tourism Promotions: Video (Provincial Level) for the Behold Bataan Music Video

These recognitions are a testament to the passion, creativity, and hard work of everyone who continues to share the beauty of Bataan with the world. From celebrating our local culture and tourism offerings through TUKLAS Bataan to telling our story through music, every effort helps bring our province closer to more people.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. This achievement belongs to all who continue to believe in and support Bataan tourism.

Mabuhay ang Bataan! Together, let us continue to Behold Bataan! 💙

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