Published by Department of Tourism(DOT) on May 18, 2023.
Requested from DOT by M. Chavarria at 04:07 PM on
May 18, 2023.
Purpose: research and development
Date of Coverage: 05/18/2023 - 05/18/2023
Tracking no: #DOT-600761136448
M.CHAVARRIA
May 18, 2023, 4:07 p.m.
As part of my study, I am seeking specific tourism data to support my research analysis. The information will be used solely for academic purposes and will greatly contribute to the understanding and development of the proposed agritourism complex.
I kindly request the following data for my research study:
1. Annual and Monthly Number of Tourists
2. Tourist Origin: If possible, I would like to know the primary countries or regions of origin for the tourists visiting Borongan City.
The findings from this study will contribute to the knowledge and understanding of agritourism development in Bor
M.CHAVARRIA
May 18, 2023, 4:08 p.m.
1. Annual Number of Tourists: I would greatly appreciate the total number of tourists visiting Borongan City annually over the past five years (or the available data range), including the most recent year. This data will enable me to analyze the overall tourism trends in the area.
2. Monthly Tourist Arrivals: Please provide a breakdown of monthly tourist arrivals in Borongan City for the past year (or the available data range). This data will help me identify any seasonal variations in tourism and determine the peak months of visitation.
3. Tourist Origin: If possible, I would like to know the primary countries or regions of origin for the tourists visiting Borongan City. This information will assist me in understanding the visitor demographics and their geographic distribution.
R.OFFICE
May 18, 2023, 4:13 p.m.
May 18, 2023
Dear Ms. Chavarria,
Thank you for your request dated May 18, 2023 under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for Request for Tourism Data for Research Study: Agritourism Complex in Borongan City.
We received your request on May 18, 2023 and will respond on or before June 08, 2023 04:07:08 PM, 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://zcwdv520190208-dot-efoi-ph.appspot.com/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC02MDA3NjExMzY0NDgM, for request with ticket number #DOT-600761136448.
Thank you.
Respectfully yours,
Maricel C. Malalad
DOT FOI Receiving Officer
M.CHAVARRIA
May 19, 2023, 11:02 a.m.
Requesting a prompt response from the Department of Tourism as the required data is crucial for an upcoming project that is nearing its deadline. Your swift response to this matter would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
L.SERVICE
May 22, 2023, 2:30 p.m.
22 May 2023
Dear Ms. Chavarria,
We refer to your letter dated 18 May 2023 04:07:08 PM about your request for the annual and monthly number of tourists in Borongan City, 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 13.3.b of the Revised 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 for the number of tourists (ex. 2019-2021)
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://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC02MDA3NjExMzY0NDgM, for request with ticket number #DOT-600761136448, to respond.
While we await your reply, your request will be put on hold. If we do not receive a reply on or before 14 August 2023 06:24:37 AM, your request will be closed.
We hope to hear from you at the soonest possible time.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
Acting DOT FOI Decision Maker
M.CHAVARRIA
May 23, 2023, 9:59 a.m.
1. Annual Number of Tourists (2019-2021): I would greatly appreciate the total number of tourists visiting Borongan City annually over the past five years (or the available data range), including the most recent year. This data will enable me to analyze the overall tourism trends in the area.
2. Monthly Tourist Arrivals(2019-2021): Please provide a breakdown of monthly tourist arrivals in Borongan City for the past year (or the available data range). This data will help me identify any seasonal variations in tourism and determine the peak months of visitation.
3. Tourist Origin(2019-2021): If possible, I would like to know the primary countries or regions of origin for the tourists visiting Borongan City. This information will assist me in understanding the visitor demographics and their geographic distribution.
M.CHAVARRIA
May 23, 2023, 10:05 a.m.
Apologies for any confusion earlier. To clarify, I need the data specifically from the years 2018 to 2022. Please provide the following information:
1. Annual Number of Tourists: Kindly provide the total number of tourists visiting Borongan City annually from 2018 to 2022. This data will help me analyze the overall tourism trends in the area.
2. Monthly Tourist Arrivals: Please give a breakdown of monthly tourist arrivals in Borongan City for the years 2018 to 2022. This data will enable me to identify any seasonal variations in tourism and determine the peak months of visitation.
3. Tourist Origin: If possible, I would like to know the primary countries or regions of origin for the tourists visiting Borongan City during the period of 2018 to 2022. This information will assist me in understanding the visitor demographics and their geographic distribution.
Thank you for your assistance, and I appreciate your efforts in providing the requested data for the specified timeframe.
L.SERVICE
May 23, 2023, 11:18 a.m.
23 May 2023
Dear Ms. Chavarria,
Thank you for your response dated 23 May 2023 via the eFOI portal regarding our request for compliance with Section 13.3.b of the Revised DOT FOI Manual.
We have now continued processing your request. Kindly give us until 14 June 2023 04:07 PM 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://foimc1s2019-dot-efoi-ph.appspot.com/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC02MDA3NjExMzY0NDgM, for request with ticket number #DOT-600761136448.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
Acting DOT FOI Decision Maker
L.SERVICE
May 26, 2023, 3:54 p.m.
26 May 2023
Dear Ms. Chavarria,
Greetings!
Thank you for your request dated 18 May 2023 04:07:08 PM 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 Borongan City from 2018 to 2022:
1. Number of tourists, by month; and
2. Number of foreign tourists by country of origin.
Response to Request
Your FOI request is approved.
We have enclosed a copy of the available data submitted by DOT Region 8.
Your right to request a review
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Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
Acting DOT FOI Decision Maker
