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Tourism industry in the province of Batangas: Basis for development

International Journal of Research Studies in Management CollabWritive Special Issue 2023 Volume 11 Issue 11

Available Online : 10 October 2023

Maneja, Marinela Jade M.* Graduate School, Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas, Philippines ( [email protected] )

Tamayo, Ma. Rosario Graduate School, Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas, Philippines ( [email protected] )

This research investigates the challenges and prospects of the tourism industry in Batangas Province, Philippines, with a focus on achieving sustainable development goals and fostering local economic development. A survey was conducted among diverse respondents, including community members and establishment owners, from various local government units. The state of the tourism sector in Batangas, encompassing aspects of accommodation, attractions, transportation, travel organizers, destination organization, and tourist arrivals, was assessed. The study identified significant challenges faced by the tourism industry, with variations noted based on the classification of respondents. The findings reveal that challenges are prevalent across all facets of the tourism sector in Batangas, highlighting the need for targeted interventions. To address these challenges, a comprehensive plan of action is proposed, involving collaboration between the Provincial Government of Batangas, local chief executives, and relevant stakeholders. Key strategies include adapting to changing tourist preferences, investing in infrastructure rehabilitation through public-private partnerships, forging alliances with the transportation sector, and establishing service standards for travel agencies. Additionally, the strict implementation of tourism policies and the creation of information assistance desks for tourists are recommended.

Keywords : tourism, sustainable development, accommodation, attraction, destination organization

DOI : https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2023.1136

Cite this article: Maneja, M. J. M., & Tamayo, M. R. (2023). Tourism industry in the province of Batangas: Basis for development. International Journal of Research Studies in Management, 11 (11), 39-49. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2023.1136

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On August 3, 2007, by Executive Order 647, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo declared Nasugbu, known for its white sand beach resorts, a special tourism zone, mandating the formation of a private sector-led “Nasugbu eminent persons group” to oversee development. The Nasugbu Special Tourism Zone will cover areas included in the Nasugbu Tourism Development Plan prepared by the municipal government and validated by the Philippine Tourism Authority (PTA). SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) plans to construct a 59 km² resort, the Hamilo Coast, at the NSTZ. SMIC will also establish a ferry service from the Manila Bay terminal of the SM Central Business Park in the Mall of Asia to Hamilo Coast, due to be operational by 2008. Also included in the tourism zone are Punta Fuego and Mounts Palay-Palay–Mataas-na-Gulod Protected Landscape where Mount Pico de Loro is located.

Executive Order No. 647, s. 2007

AUTHORIZING AN EMINENT PERSONS GROUP TO OVERSEE THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF NASUGBU, BATANGAS TOURISM

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World Bank suspends Tanzania tourism funding after claims of killings and evictions

Plan to expand Ruaha national park has been beset by allegations of abuse, leading bank to withhold final $50m of $150m budget

The World Bank has suspended financing intended to develop tourism in southern Tanzania after allegations of killings, rape and forced evictions.

The bank began investigating last year after being accused of enabling abuses around Ruaha national park, which was due to double in size as part of a World Bank-supported programme .

“The World Bank is deeply concerned about the allegations of abuse and injustice related to the Resilient Natural Resources Management for Tourism and Growth (Regrow) project in Tanzania,” said a World Bank spokesperson.

“We have recently received information that suggests breaches of our policies in the implementation of the Regrow project. We have therefore decided to suspend further disbursement of funds with immediate effect.”

Tanzania was due to receive a further $50m, having already received $100m of the funding. Developments include building roads, viewing areas and visitor centres, and investing in wildlife monitoring and increased security.

The Guardian reported in September 2023 that the US-based thinktank the Oakland Institute had documented a range of abuses by Tanzanian rangers against villagers accused of encroaching on the national park, including the killing of cattle herders and fishers, the confiscation of livestock and the rape of women.

The Oakland Institute welcomed the “long overdue” decision, which came a year after the World Bank was first informed of potential violations of its own policies on safeguarding in April 2023.

Anuradha Mittal, the thinktank’s executive director, said: “It sends a resounding message to the Tanzanian government that there are consequences for its rampant rights abuses taking place across the country to boost tourism. The days of impunity are finally coming to an end.”

The Oakland Institute said that despite the World Bank announcing an investigation, the Tanzanian government moved forward in October with plans to redraw the boundaries of the national park, which would result in 21,000 people facing eviction.

The institute said their research shows other abuses have also continued, including the killing of a 21-year-old cattle herder in October and seizure and sale of thousands of cattle this year.

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The Tanzanian government had not responded to requests for comment at the time of publication.

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