An introduction to tourism organization in the global arena, Asia-pacific Region area and in the Philippines. Created for to augment the lecture for the students of Lyceum of the Philippines - Cavite Campus for the subject Principles of Tourism II.
2. OBJECTIVES
Identify and classify different local and
international tourism organizations
Discuss each organization's function in the
tourism industry
Discuss the relationships of tourism
organizations
3. Since tourism is a diverse industry made up of many
different segments, there is a need to interrelate and
share information. This has led to the establishment
of several public and private organizations at the
international, regional national and even local levels
Aside from the suppliers of services and facilities to
tourists, there are also several tourism organizations
that play significant roles in the tourism industry.
These organizations influence and contribute to the
smooth running of the tourism industry.
7. UNWTO or UNITED NATIONS
WORLD TOURISM
ORGANIZATION
Has 156 member countries and headquarters is
located in Madrid, Spain
The Secretariat is led by Secretary-General
Taleb Rifai of Jordan
Intergovernmental technical body
which deals with all aspects
of tourism.
8. Market research and statistics is
its most significant contribution.
Provides an international forum
where tourism officials can
discuss problems and exchange
their ideas.
Only organization whose
activities covers all sectors of
tourism on a world-wide basis.
9. Ministers of Tourism call
for intra-governmental
coordination to address
visas and air
connectivity held 08 Nov
2012.
UNWTO calls for
support to the
Philippines held 12 Nov
2013
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13. ICAO or INTERNATIONAL
CIVIL AVIATION
ORGANIZATION
Adapts international standards and to
recommend practices for regulating air
navigations.
Encourage the improvement of the art of
aircraft design and operation for peaceful
purposes.
14. IATA or INTERNATIONAL AIR
TRANSPORT ASSOCIATION
Aims to promote safe, regular and economical
air transport, faster air commerce and study
problems connected with the industry.
Involves standardizing of tickets, prices, airline
air way bills, baggage checks and other
documents
15. WORLD TRAVEL &
TOURISM COUNCIL
The only global forum whose members are the top decision
makers in the travel and tourism industry.
The 150 members are the CEO, President or Chairman of -
airlines, airports, hotels, cruise lines, travel agencies, tour
operators and travel technology suppliers
The only body representing the private sector in all parts of
the industry worldwide.
16. WTTC campaigns on three strategic priorities which it has
identified as impeding the successful development of Travel &
Tourism now and in the future – Freedom to Travel; Policies for
Growth; and Tourism for Tomorrow.
The WTTC retains a professional staff in its London office, under
the leadership of President & CEO, David Scowsill. This
organisation is headed by a board of executive directors, who
have responsibility for guiding the work of the Council in the
fulfillment of its mission.
The World Travel & Tourism Council is a not-for-profit
organisation, registered as a UK company limited by guarantee.
17. D.O. – Development Organizations
• The World Bank (US)
• OPEC Fund for International Development
(Austria)
• Asian Development Bank (Philippines)
• Islamic Development Bank (Saudi Arabia)
19. OECD or ORGANIZATION of
ECONOMIC COOPERATION
and DEVELOPMENT
Designed to achieve the
highest sustainable economic
growth and employment and
raise standards of living of
member countries
Country Assistance Program Evaluation 26194
June 2008
Philippines Country Assistance Program Evaluation:
Increasing Strategic Focus for Better Results
20. PATA or PACIFIC ASIA
TRAVEL ASSOCIATION
Develops, promotes and facilitates travel in the
Pacific Areas
Early leader in recognizing the need for
environmental ethics
Initiated the PATA Code for Environmental Tourism
21. CTA or Caribbean Tourism
Association/Organization
Encourages and Assists in
the development of
tourism throughout the
Caribbean Area
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23. APEC or ASIA – PACIFIC
ECONOMIC COOPERATION
Aims to establish coordination of national
economies for the benefit of countries in
the Asia-Pacific region
Permanent Secretariat is located in
Singapore., which serves as the
coordinating body and central repository
for all APEC documents
24. OAS or ORGANIZATION OF
AMERICAN STATES
Strengthen relations between
American States by providing
advisory services and training
programs in many fields including
tourism
Philippines also is an observer to
the Organization of American
States.
25. Asia Pacific CHRIE or better known as APacCHRIE is a Federation of the I-CHRIE.
Members of APacCHRIE constitute all countries at the Pacific Rim who must
also be a registered member of I-CHRIE. The Geographical boundary of
APacCHRIE can be segmentised to 4 areas as following:
Area I: East Asia (PRC, Taiwan, Korea & Japan), Area II: Southeast Asia (ASEAN
member countries & Indo-China), Area III: Oceania (Australia, New Zealand
& the Pacific Islands), Area IV: Indian Sub-continent (India, Pakistan,
Bangladesh & Sri Lanka)
APacCHRIE chapter was formed in 2002 to promote academic and research
exchanges among hospitality, foodservice and tourism educators and
industry practitioners in Asia Pacific.
Asia-Pacific CHRIE (Council on Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Education)
27. - Primary government agency charged
with the responsibility to formulate
tourism policies, plans and projects for
the development of tourism as an
engine of socioeconomic and cultural
growth
- Spread the benefits of tourism to a
wider segments of the population.
- Ensure the safe, convenient and
enjoyable stay and travel of the foreign
and local tourists in the country.
28. Tourism Slogans
Visit Philippines
WOW Philippines
Pilipinas Kay Ganda
It's more fun in the
Philippines (2012-present)
CURRENT SECRETARY OF DOT :
Ramon R. Jimenez Jr.
29. TPB or TOURISM PROMOTIONS BOARD
Formerly known as PCVC or Philippine Convention
and Visitor's Corporation
It is an attached agency of DOT which is primarily
responsible for implementing an integrated domestic
and international promotions and marketing program
for the Philippines as a tourism destination as well as
for tourism investments
30. IA or INTRAMUROS ADMINISTRATION
Sponsors, conducts and supports festivals and
cultural activities in Intramuros
Give grants, contributions and donations for
the restoration, repair and maintenance of
historic structures of Intramuros.
31. NPDC or National Parks Development Committee
Undertake development of new parks
Upgrade and maintain park facilities
Facilitate private sector participation in
appropriate aspect of parks development and
maintenance
33. TIEZA or TOURISM
INFRASTRUCTURE AND
ENTERPRISE ZONE
AUTHORITY
Formerly known as PTA or
Philippine Tourism Authority.
Develop, manage and supervise
tourism infrastructure projects in
the country ; the primary objective
of encouraging investments in
TEZ's (Tourism Enterprise Zones).
34. Principal agency responsible for the timely
collection of travel taxes.
(50%) of the proceeds from travel tax
collections shall accrue to the TIEZA.
(40%) goes to CHED provided that they
shall give priority to tourism - related
educational programs and courses.
(10%) share for the National Commission
for Culture and the Arts
36. PTAA or PHILIPPINE TRAVEL
AGENCIES ASSOCIATION
Aims to foster unity in the travel industry and to
promote the welfare of its members and the
travelling public
Uphold dignity and the ethics of the travel and tour
businesss.
To cultivate friendly relations between the
Philippines and other countries
37. Pursuit of higher levels of excellence in hospitality education;
Keeping abreast with advances in hospitality management and
technology;
Partnering harmoniously with stakeholders;
Commitment to the ideals of the teaching profession;
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38. SUMMARY
The International character of modern tourism and the
growing international agencies in various fields are
shown in the growth of international cooperation and
organizations in tourism. Some countries and regions
have felt the need to band together to strengthen
their respective tourism programs.
Countries that are often visited by tourist have
established a national tourism office that regulates
and promotes tourism activities (DOT).