The Philippines received nominations in seven prime categories for this year’s run of the World Travel Awards.
In a statement released on Wednesday, 9th April, the country’s Department of Tourism (DOT) announced the nominations to rally public support for the global online voting.
The DOT hopes that public support will enable the Philippines to maintain its status as one of Asia’s best at WTA 2025.
The department itself is in the running to become Asia’s Leading Tourism Board.
The Philippines has held the title of Asia’s Leading Dive Destinations since 2019, and Boracay was likewise named Asia’s Leading Luxury Island Destination in the same year.
Campaigning to stay on top
For 2025, the country is defending its titles in the Asia’s Leading Beach Destination, Asia’s Leading Dive Destination, and Asia’s Leading Island Destination categories.
At the same time, several prime Philippine tourist destinations were nominated in the following categories: Boracay yet again as Asia’s Leading Luxury Island Destination; Intramuros as Asia’s Leading Tourist Attraction; and Cebu as Asia’s Leading Wedding Destination.
According to tourism secretary Christina Frasco, the nominations are the result of the DOT’s sustained efforts in terms of promoting the country on a global scale.
She said: “They all reaffirm our steadfast commitment to carry out initiatives with sustainability and inclusivity in mind in order to establish the Philippines as a leading tourism powerhouse in Asia.”
Nominations are determined by industry professionals, while winners are selected through an open voting process that includes both travel experts and the general public.
Online voting began on 1st April and will continue until 31st August.
