– International tourism receipts in the Philippines surged to an estimated PHP482.54 billion in 2023, a 124.87-percent increase from the previous year
– The country achieved an estimated 66 percent recovery rate for its “all-time high” international visitor arrivals achieved in 2019
– South Korea remained the top source of international visitors, followed by the United States, Japan, Australia, and China
– The Philippines aims to attract 7.7 million foreign visitors in 2024
– Department of Tourism secretary Christina Frasco expressed satisfaction with the tourism industry’s performance as a pivotal force driving the country’s economic resurgence
– The country’s extensive casino industry also saw a boost in 2023 from both domestic demand and a return of visitors from overseas, contributing to its economic recovery and growth.