It’s time to rally behind the Philippines as the country competes for top honors in several categories at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2024.
The Philippines is aiming to secure titles for World’s Leading Beach Destination, World’s Leading Dive Destination, and World’s Leading Island Destination. The country currently holds the titles of World’s Leading Beach and Dive Destination, having won these accolades in 2023.
Some of the country’s most iconic locations are also nominated for global recognition. Intramuros, the historic walled city in Manila, is up for World’s Leading Tourist Attraction 2024, competing against contenders from the United Arab Emirates, Portugal, the United States, and other countries.
Manila, the vibrant capital, is in the running to defend its title as World’s Leading City Destination 2024, which it won last year. It will face competition from cities across the globe, including contenders from Mexico, Colombia, South Africa, Qatar, and the United States.
Boracay Island, famed for its pristine white sand, is vying for World’s Leading Luxury Island 2024, competing against top destinations like Jersey (UK), Mustique (St. Vincent and the Grenadines), and The Bahamas.
Cebu, known for its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty, is competing for World’s Leading Wedding Destination 2024, going head-to-head with popular wedding locations such as Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Bali, and Mauritius.
The Philippines’ Department of Tourism (DOT) is nominated for World’s Leading Tourist Board 2024, while the DOT’s “Love the Philippines” campaign is a contender for World’s Leading Marketing Campaign 2024.
The public is encouraged to support the Philippines by voting online at https://www.worldtravelawards.com/vote. Voting is open until October 20, 2024, with winners to be announced during the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony in Madeira, Portugal, on November 24, 2024.
At the recent Asia and Oceania Gala Ceremony 2024 held in Parañaque City, the Philippines took home eight awards, including Asia’s Leading Dive, Beach, and Island Destination awards. Intramuros was named Asia’s Leading Tourist Attraction, Boracay won Asia’s Leading Luxury Island Destination, and Cebu was recognized as Asia’s Leading Wedding Destination.
The “Love the Philippines” campaign also received Asia’s Leading Marketing Campaign 2024 award, and DOT Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco was honored with the Transformational Leader Award in Tourism Governance.
The Philippines has a strong track record at the World Travel Awards, consistently winning titles such as Asia’s Leading Beach Destination and World’s Leading Beach Destination. It has also been recognized as the best diving destination in both Asia and the world for several years.
Secretary Frasco expressed her gratitude to the World Travel Awards for recognizing the Philippines’ “breathtaking beauty and rich culture.” She encouraged Filipinos and supporters worldwide to vote and help the country continue its winning streak.
“The Philippines’ unique attributes are a constant source of pride to every Filipino. I encourage everyone—both here and abroad—to cast their votes and help us reveal to the world the many things there are to Love the Philippines,” she said.
With fresh nominations for 2024, Secretary Frasco also invited travelers from around the world to visit the Philippines and experience its diverse regions.
