Department of Tourism(DOT)

December 16, 2019 Dear Gian Gabriel Kim, We refer to your letter of Nov 28, 2019 04:38:02 AM; about your request under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for The number of international and domestic tourist arrival in Morong, Bataan. Our response to your request is due on Dec 19, 2019 04:38:02 AM. Unfortunately, it is taking longer than expected to deal with your request because we are still waiting for the data from DOT Region III. We apologize for this delay. We have applied for an extension so we could work further on your request. We hope to be able to send you a response on or before Jan 16, 2020 04:38:02 AM. 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/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC0xODY3Njc3NTQxOTAM, for request with ticket number #DOT-186767754190. Thank you. Respectfully, Legal Affairs Service DOT FOI Decision Maker

January 07, 2020 Dear Gian Gabriel, Greetings! Thank you for your request dated Nov 28, 2019 under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch. Your Request You asked for the number of international and domestic tourist arrival in Morong, Bataan. Response to Request Your FOI request is approved. I enclose a copy of the information you requested. Below are the standard requirements for Homestay sites provided by the DOT-NCR Accreditation Unit: Section 9. Minimum Requirements – For Purposes of accreditation, the following are the minimum requirements for the operation and maintenance of homestay sites in accordance with the Department’s national Homestay Program: Homestay Sites >There is prevailing peace and order situation in the area. >There are existing natural and man-made attractions in the community. >Site is easily accessible to tourist and with existing transportation services, good road condition and other basic community infrastructure. >The host community is willing to join the National Homestay Program. >There is a dearth of commercial accommodation facilities in the area to service tourists. Home Facilities Structures are of durable building materials and are in good, presentable condition. >The surroundings are pleasant and healthful. >There shall be at least one (1) adequately furnished guestroom to accommodate paying visitors. The following shall be available: - extra bed/s - adequate lighting system - running water or if not available, adequate supply of water - clean and well-maintained toilet and bathroom facilities - meals at reasonable rates - electric fan or other means of ventilation Training – Family member shall have completed the Department’s training workshop on Homestay Program. Documentary requirements for DOT-Accreditation for Homestay: >Valid Mayor's Permit/Business License >DTI Business Name Certificate (for Sole Proprietor) or SEC Registration >Certificate and Articles of Incorporation and its By-Laws (for Partnerships & Corporations) or Articles of Cooperation and Its By-Laws (for Cooperatives) >Proof of Attendance to Homestay Training Program conducted by DOT or any DOT-recognized or accredited Training Center >Other Documents (as deemed necessary by the DOT) Your right to request a review If you are unhappy with this response to your FOI request, you may ask us to carry out an internal review of the response by writing to Sec. Bernadette Romulo-Puyat at 351 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City. Your review request should explain why you are dissatisfied with this response, and should be made within 15 calendar days from the date when you received this letter. We will complete the review and tell you the result within 30 calendar days from the date when we receive your review request. 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). Thank you. Respectfully, Legal Affairs Service DOT FOI Decision Maker