DOT, tourism body say PH is safe for tourists even amid nCoV threat

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The Philippines remains a safe travel destination for tourists amid the 2019 novel coronavirus (nCoV) scare, the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Tourism Congress of the Philippines (TCP) said on Tuesday.

In a joint statement obtained by CNN Philippines, the DOT and TCP gave the assurance that all preventive and precautionary measures are being put in place by the national government to curb the spreading of the virus.

It added that before the temporary ban was imposed, the tourism sector had already implemented safeguards in light of the nCoV threat. “The safety of the public, especially the tourists and employees in the tourism sector, remains the priority of DOT and TCP,” DOT reiterated.Meanwhile, the public was reminded to maintain proper hygiene as part of preventing the spread of the virus. “Wash your hands regularly, wear a surgical mask when going to crowded areas if you have a cough or a cold, and stay indoors or seek medical help if you have a fever.

The DOT also said it is committed in intensifying its marketing and promotions domestically and internationally, especially in key markets such as South Korea, the United States, and Japan, as well as in emerging markets that cover Western Europe, the Middle East, Russia, the Commonwealth of Independent States, and neighboring Southeast Asian Countries.

 

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