TACLOBAN CITY, June 14 (PNA) -- The Department of Tourism (DOT) Eastern
Visayas regional office here is preparing for the impacts of La Niña to the
local tourism industry.
DOT Regional Director Karina Rosa Tiopes said together with the help of
stakeholders, they should come up with a plan to offer alternative activities
during heavy rains in the region.
The official also asked local government units to actively participate
in the planning process. Hotel owners are asked to ensure safety of their
guests during extreme conditions.
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services
Administration (PAGASA) has warned that rainy season will be experienced in
many parts of the country on the second half of the year.
The region, according to Tiopes, has many attractions that offer outdoor
activities, which are vulnerable to impacts of La Niña phenomenon.
The tourism department is targeting at least 1.4 million tourist arrivals
this year.
Top tourist destinations in Eastern Visayas include the Bela Cuatro
Island, known for its white and pink sand beaches, historical structures, and
rock formations in Northern Samar.
In Samar province, top destinations are the Ulot River within the Samar
Island National Park, Sohoton Cave Natural Bridge and National Park, and
Marabut Rock Formations.
Other known spots are Sambawan Island in Maripipi, Biliran; Kalanggaman
Island in Palompon, Leyte; and dive sites in Southern Leyte. (PNA)
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