Published by Department of Tourism(DOT) on April 20, 2023.
Requested from DOT by M. Villapando at 07:09 PM on
April 20, 2023.
Purpose: Research and development
Date of Coverage: 01/01/2020 - 01/01/2023
Tracking no: #DOT-098930207276
M.VILLAPANDO
April 20, 2023, 7:09 p.m.
I hope this email finds you well. I am a thesis researcher and I am writing to request recent documents regarding tourism data, tourist arrivals, and growth rates for domestic and foreign visitors to Siargao Island.
As I am currently conducting research on the tourism industry of Siargao Island, I am in need of up-to-date information to support my study. Specifically, I am interested in obtaining data from the past 5 years up until the present day, if available.
I would appreciate it if you could provide me with any relevant reports, publications, or data sources that you may have access to.
R.OFFICE
April 24, 2023, 11:16 a.m.
April 24, 2023
Dear Ms. Villapando,
Thank you for your request dated April 20, 2023 under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for Tourism data, tourist arrivals and growth rate for domestic and foreign of Siargao Island.
We received your request on April 20, 2023 and will respond on or before May 15, 2023 07:09:28 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://2018midyear08242018-dot-efoi-ph.appspot.com/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC0wOTg5MzAyMDcyNzYM, for request with ticket number #DOT-098930207276.
Thank you.
Respectfully yours,
Maricel C. Malalad
DOT FOI Receiving Officer
L.SERVICE
April 24, 2023, 3:50 p.m.
24 April 2023
Dear Ms. Villapando,
We refer to your letter dated 20 April 2023 07:09:28 PM about your request for the number of domestic and foreign tourists in Siargao Island for the past 5 years, 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://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC0wOTg5MzAyMDcyNzYM, for request with ticket number #DOT-098930207276, to respond.
While we await your reply, your request will be put on hold. If we do not receive a reply on or before 17 July 2023 07:48:04 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.VILLAPANDO
April 26, 2023, 4:23 p.m.
I am writing to request tourism data regarding the tourist arrivals and growth rate of Siargao Island for my architecture thesis study about integrating culture in education through the lens of Siargao Island's tourism industry.
My thesis study aims to explore the integration of culture in education through the lens of Siargao Island's tourism industry. The island's unique cultural heritage and natural beauty have attracted tourists from all over the world, contributing significantly to the local economy. However, the rapid growth of the tourism industry has also led to various social, economic, and environmental issues.
Through my research, I seek to identify the potential design principles that can address the social, economic, and environmental challenges of Siargao Island while simultaneously promoting its cultural heritage. The study's focus is on designing educational facilities that not only impart knowledge but also instill a sense of cultural pride and responsibility in the students.
The tourism data I am requesting will help me establish a baseline understanding of the industry's impact on Siargao Island, enabling me to develop design principles that align with the island's cultural values and promote sustainable tourism.
To achieve this goal, I need access to statistical data about Siargao Island's tourism industry, including the number of tourist arrivals and the growth rate of both domestic and foreign tourists. The data will be used to establish a baseline understanding of the tourism industry's impact on the island and inform the design principles for educational facilities.
I would appreciate it if you could provide me with the necessary data and any other information that could help me with my study.
L.SERVICE
April 28, 2023, 10:31 a.m.
28 April 2023
Dear Ms. Villapando,
Thank you for your response dated 26 April 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 22 May 2023 07:09 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://foipmo09232019155230-dot-efoi-ph.appspot.com/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC0wOTg5MzAyMDcyNzYM, for request with ticket number #DOT-098930207276.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
Acting DOT FOI Decision Maker
L.SERVICE
May 5, 2023, 1:04 p.m.
5 May 2023
Dear Ms. Villapando,
Greetings!
Thank you for your request dated 20 April 2023 07:09:28 PM under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
Your Request
You asked for the number of domestic and foreign tourists in Siargao Island for the past 5 years.
Response to Request
Your FOI request is approved.
We have enclosed a copy of the report on the number of domestic and foreign tourists in Siargao Island from 2017 to 2022.
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).
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Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
Acting DOT FOI Decision Maker
