DOT Going Strong for Ecotourism & Conservation
May 12, 2009
Preserving natural sites may prove a tricky task for a vibrant tourism industry willing and able to accommodate an increasing tourism influx.
For Secretary Ace Durano, however, striking the balance means continually promoting not only tourist activity, but responsible travel through dialogue, consistent training and active campaigns.
This May, the Department of Tourism (DOT), through the 9th Philippine Cave Congress in the island of Samar, aims to highlight the protection of natural sites to address the issues on cave conservation and promote eco-adventures in the region.
Together with the Philippine Cave Guides Association, the Cave Congress is expected to lure more than 400 spelunking enthusiasts from the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia, along with the country’s premier caving organizations.
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