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Improve airport services to support tourism promotion drive, says Poe

/ 04:29 PM June 29, 2023

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MANILA, Philippines — If the Philippines wants to become a top tourist destination,  airport services need to be upgraded first, Sen. Grace Poe said Thursday.

“Catchy tourism slogans must not be thwarted by cringeworthy travelers’ experience. We must start by improving services at our airports, which are not only the nation’s gateway but also the first and last impression a tourist gets of the Philippines,” said Poe in a statement.

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Poe’s comment follows the Department of Tourism’s (DOT)  unveiling of a new tourism slogan: Love the Philippines. 

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The news campaign replaced “It’s More Fun in the Philippines” which was launched in 2012. 

In December 2022, Poe called for a “string of measures” to reduce airport congestion and improve services.

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