📋 Tender Overview
TUGUEGARAO CITY, Cagayan (PIA) -- The Department of Tourism (DOT) convened tourism officers from across Cagayan Valley on February 16, 2026, to update the Regional Tourism Development Plan (RTDP) 2026-2028. Assistant Regional Director Lelia Blancaflor stated that the consultation brought together provincial tourism officers and key stakeholders to align strategies and priorities for the regions tourism sector. In her message, she underscored the importance of collaborative planning and data-driven strategies in strengthening the regions competitiveness. Blancaflor also said the updated tourism development plan seeks to strengthen inter-provincial collaboration, enhance visitor experiences, and generate greater economic opportunities for local communities. The plan will serve as the regions roadmap for building a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable tourism industry over the next three years, she added. Supervising Tourism Operations Officer Romeo G. Caranguian Jr. presented the objectives of the consultation, outlining the key directions and expected outputs for the updated RTDP. Tourism officers from the provinces of Quirino, Nueva Vizcaya, Isabela, and Cagayan participated in the discussion, offering recommendations on destination development, product enhancement, infrastructure support, and marketing initiatives. Their inputs are expected to ensure that each provinces attractions and tourism assets are integrated into a cohesive regional framework, Caranguian said. He said the Cagayan Valley continues to position itself as a key destination in the Northern Philippines through coordinated planning and strategic development initiatives. The session was facilitated by tourism consultant Ramon A. Tiangco Jr., who guided participants through structured discussions and planning workshops. The consultation focused on identifying growth opportunities, addressing existing challenges, and developing responsive strategies in response to evolving tourism trends. (OTB/PIA Region 2 with reports from DOT)
