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Diplomats from Malaysia and Brunei as well as BARMM officials join DOT Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco for the ribbon-cutting ceremonyThe Department of Tourism launched its first Muslim-friendly cove on Boracay Island as part of efforts to promote inclusive tourism. The Marhaba Boracay cove, located in the Boracay Newcoast private beach, was unveiled on Sept. 10, in partnership with the local government of Malay and Megaworld Hotels and Resorts.
The Marhaba Cove, which spans 850 square meters, is designed to accommodate Muslim travelers and families, respecting Islamic practices. “This initiative directly responds to the feedback from our Muslim guests, particularly from our BIMP-EAGA diplomatic corps, who recognize the need for such a space on this island. Marhaba represents our dedication to ensuring that all travelers, regardless of faith, can enjoy the world-renowned shores of Boracay,” said Frasco.
The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Secretary Frasco, with diplomats from Malaysia and Brunei, and officials from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao in attendance.The launch follows the country’s recognition in the Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index as an emerging Muslim-friendly destination among non-OIC countries. The DOT has also recorded nearly 500,000 Muslim-majority visitors in 2023.
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