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THE Philippines has bagged its first Best Cruise Destination in Asia award, an indication that the country is already building its reputation as an emerging powerhouse in the global cruise and tourism sector, the Department of Tourism said.In a statement, Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco said the recognition “reflects a resounding global preference of our island destinations.
This augurs well for our strategic objective to equalize tourism development, as we put the spotlight on lesser-known destinations in time to come. We are grateful that the country’s potential to offer exceptional cruise experiences is now acknowledged on a global scale,” she said.As of October 16, the country is projected to have 128 ports of call or cruise calls in 33 destinations, bringing in more than 101,000 passengers and some 50,000 in estimated crew.
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