Published by Department of Tourism(DOT) on Oct. 27, 2023.
Requested from DOT by B. A. at 12:19 AM on
Oct. 27, 2023.
Purpose: Undergraduate Architectural Thesis
Date of Coverage: 10/27/2023 - 10/27/2023
Tracking no: #DOT-683837533581
A.GONZALES
Oct. 27, 2023, 12:19 a.m.
Good day! I would like to make an information/ document request regarding Tourist statistics for the last 5 years (2018-2022) for the following:
1. Korean Tourist distribution per city/region in the Philippines
- top Tourist destination of Koreans in the Philippines
- top Tourist destination of Koreans in City of Manila
2. Top 10 spending Market
3. Per Capita expenditure
4. Average daily expenditure of Koreans
5. Average Length of stay of Koreans
6. Peak of Korean Tourists
I would like to receive these documents via email
R.OFFICE
Oct. 31, 2023, 11:58 a.m.
October 31, 2023
Dear Citizen,
Thank you for your request dated October 27, 2023 under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for Korean Tourist statistics.
We received your request on October 27, 2023 and will respond on or before November 22, 2023 12:19:07 AM, in accordance with the Executive Order's implementing rules and regulations.
Likewise, please be informed that the standard processing period is fifteen (15) working days but it can be extended for another twenty (20) working days for complex requests.
Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact me using the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC02ODM4Mzc1MzM1ODEM, for request with ticket number #DOT-683837533581.
Thank you.
Respectfully yours,
Maricel C. Malalad
DOT FOI Receiving Officer
L.SERVICE
Nov. 2, 2023, 9:33 p.m.
2 November 2023
Dear Citizen,
We refer to your letter dated 27 October 2023 12:19:07 AM about your request for various tourism data on Korean Tourists from 2018-2022, made under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
Before processing your request, please ensure that your request is fully compliant with Section 13.4 of the Revised DOT FOI Manual by providing the following:
•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.
The Revised DOT FOI Manual is accessible at http://tourism.gov.ph/transparency_seal.aspx
You may use the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://pcoomaster101018130000-dot-efoi-ph.appspot.com/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC02ODM4Mzc1MzM1ODEM, for request with ticket number #DOT-683837533581, to respond.
While we await your reply, your request will be put on hold. If we don't get a reply on or before 25 January 2024 01:12:27 PM, your request will be closed.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
DOT FOI Decision Maker
A.GONZALES
Nov. 5, 2023, 9:25 p.m.
The data will be used in our architectural thesis about “Manila Korea Town: Revitalizing Malate into a Safe and Vibrant Business Tourist Hub, Promoting Fil-Korean Architectural Synergy” The study intends is to create a secure, lively destination for business tourism that showcases a unique blend of Filipino and Korean architectural influences. The study aims to design a vibrant and inclusive Manila Korea Town that appeals to tourists, residents, and businesses, generating economic prospects for all stakeholders, while promoting Filipino cultural heritage, bolstering safety and social unity, and creating a habitable setting for Korean visitors and residents in Malate, Manila.
The purpose of the request for information about Korean tourists statistics in the Philippines are the following reasons:
- To understand the trends in Korean tourism to the Philippines and to identify areas for growth.
- To assess the economic impact of Korean tourism on the Philippines.
- Identify the most popular tourist destinations in the Philippines for Korean tourists.
- Understand the travel patterns of Korean tourists, such as how long they stay and how much they spend.
- Determine the factors that influence Korean tourists to choose the Philippines as a travel destination.
- Identify opportunities to improve the tourism experience for Korean visitors.
- Measure the impact of Korean tourism on the Philippine economy, such as the number of jobs created and the amount of revenue generated.
Thank you!
L.SERVICE
Nov. 9, 2023, 9:53 p.m.
9 November 2023
Dear Citizen,
Thank you for your response dated 5 November 2023 via the eFOI portal regarding our request for compliance with Section 13.4 of the Revised DOT FOI Manual.
We have now continued processing your request. Kindly give us until 24 November2023 12:19 AM to respond regarding our findings.
Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact us using the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC02ODM4Mzc1MzM1ODEM, for request with ticket number #DOT-683837533581.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
DOT FOI Decision Maker
L.SERVICE
Nov. 14, 2023, 6:17 p.m.
14 November 2023
Dear Citizen,
Greetings!
Thank you for your request dated 27 October 2023 12:19:07 AM under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
Your Request
You asked for the following tourism data on the Philippines from 2018-2022:
1. Top 10 Markets;
2. Top 10 destinations with most Korean tourists;
3. Per Capita expenditure;
4. Average daily expenditure of Koreans;
5. Average length of stay of Koreans; and
6. Month/quarter with the highest number of Korean tourists.
Response to Request
Your FOI request is approved.
We have enclosed a copy of the information you requested.
You may also refer to this link as another reference: http://www.tourism.gov.ph/tourism_dem_sup_pub.aspx
Your right to request a review
If you are unhappy with our response to your FOI request, you may ask us to carry out an internal review by writing a letter or email addressed to Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco of the Department of Tourism and sending it through the email address: [email protected]. Your review request should be made within 15 working days from the date when you received this reply and must provide the reason/s why you are not satisfied. We will complete the review and notify you of the result within 30 working days from the date when we receive your request for review.
If you are not satisfied with the result of the review, you then have the right to appeal to the Office of the President under Administrative Order No. 22 (s. 2011).
Feedback
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Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
DOT FOI Decision Maker
