Department of Tourism(DOT)

Dear Department of Tourism,

I am writing to formally requeast comprehensive tourism and economic data for the Camiguin province covering for the past 10 years. This information is crucial for my ongoing academic resesarch, which focuses on analyzing tourism trends and their economic impanct in Camiguin province using machine learning techniques.

Specifically, I am requesting the following data:
1. Visitor data:
- Montly tourist arrivals
- Viisitor demographics (age, nationality, gender, and travel preferences)
- Purpose of visit (business, leisure and other reasons)

2. Econonic data:
- Tourist spending patterns, including average expenditure

The requested data wil be used exclusively for scholary puposes as part of my disseration research. I assure you that all information will be handled strictly confidential and in compliance with RA 10173- Data Privacy Act of 2012.

To facitate analysis, I would greatly appreciated receiving data in a digital format, such as in excel spreadsheets or csv file.

This reearch aim to contribute valuable insights into Camiguin's tourism sector and its economic contributions. Your assitance in providing  this data will be instrumental in ensyring a thorough and accurate study.

I have any questions or require additional information regarding this request, please do not hesitate to contact me. I would be happy to provide any necessary clarification or documentation.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to  your positive response.

Sincerely,

Gibe S. Tirol
Faculty, Cebu Technological University - Cebu City
Doctoral canditate, Cebu Institute of Technology - University
09171074833 / [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected]

Dear eFOI user,
About your letter dated 23 November 2024 at 2:08 PM, regarding your request made under Executive Order No. 2, s. 2016 on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch; specifically your request on "Tourist Arrivals of the Province of Camiguin for the past 10 years."
To effectively address your request, we kindly request additional information from you. This will enable us to provide you with the best possible service. In compliance with Sections 14.4.b, 14.5, and 14.6 of the 2023 DOT FOI Manual by providing the following:
Reasonable description of the information requested. In particular, it would be helpful to know the exact/specific information that you wish to request and its exact/specific covered period; - kindly indicate the period (ex. 2019-2021) for the number of tourists
Specific reason for, or purpose of, the request for information. Please note that general averments such as “for research", "for information”, “for legal purposes” or other similarly worded purposes shall NOT be considered to have met the requirements of specificity; - kindly specify how the data will be used by providing the NAME/TITLE of research/ thesis/ study you are conducting with a brief background.
Identification and Proof of Authority. For example, for an employee or member, a copy of the company or organization I.D.; for students, a copy of the school I.D. or written endorsement signed by the supervising teacher, professor, or instructor.
Your prompt response will allow us to proceed with your request on time.
To respond to the request with ticket number #DOT-643856515421, please use the reply function located on the eFOI portal at https://savethedatev211152018-dot-efoi-ph.appspot.com/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyIAsSB0NvbnRlbnQiE0ZPSVBNTy01OTM3NzM2Njg1NjcM. 
You will have 60 calendar days from the time of response to provide the requested information. We kindly request that you respond as soon as possible.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
FOI Officer 
Department of Tourism

Dear FOI Office,

I am writing to formally withdraw my Freedom of Information (FOI) request dated November 23, 2024, regarding "Tourist Arrivals of the Province of Camiguin for the past 10 years."

Due to change to title, I have decided not to proceed with this request at this time. I appreciate the time and effort your office has already extended in processing my inquiry.

Thank you for your assistance. I look forward to engaging with your office in the future should I require any further information.

Best regards,

Gibe S. Tirol

Dear eFOI user,
Mabuhay!
Thank you for utilizing the eFOI portal (www.foi.gov.ph) and exercising your right to information under Executive Order No. 2, s. 2016 on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
We have received your request on Tourist arrivals of the province of Camiguin for the past 10 years, dated Nov. 23, 2024.
This request has been formally denied pursuant to your withdrawal. 
For additional support, we encourage you to consult the FAQ section of the eFOI site: https://www.foi.gov.ph/help.
Your right to request a review
If you are dissatisfied with our response to your FOI request, you have the option to request an internal review. To initiate this process, kindly submit your written appeal for review addressed to Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco of the Department of Tourism and sending it through the email address: [email protected]. Please provide a detailed explanation of your dissatisfaction with our response within 15 calendar days from the date of receiving this response. We will conduct the review and communicate the outcome within 30 calendar days from the receipt of your review request.
Should you remain unsatisfied with the review outcome, you retain the right to appeal to the Office of the President under Administrative Order No. 22 (s. 2011).
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Records Office
FOI Officer
Department of Tourism