Man-made attraction - structures and sites either built for tourism or non-tourism purposes

Food and Beverage Sector - refers to the preparation, presentation and service of meals and drinks to guest.

Water Transportation - It is a cheaper mode of travel for passengers with bulky luggage.

Man-made attractions - structure and site built for tourism or non-tourism purposes

LGUs - have the power to regulate, license, and supervise tour operators and accommodation facilities

Railway transport - is the economical and fastest means to travel throughout the metropolis.

TIEZA - main task include building tourism infrastructure, designation, regulation and supervision of TEZs,
operation and management of TIEZA assests, and the collection of the Philippine travel tax

Exhibition - it is where products, services or promotional materials are displayed and is focused more on business-
to-business relationships.

National Parks Development Committee - it ensures fully developed and well-maintained parks for wholesome
recreation and socio-cultural education of the Filipino people for the enrichment of the country’s national identity
and heritage through a partnership with the community government offices (GOs), and non-government
organizations (NGOs)

River - a natural waterway, usually freshwater, flowing in a definite course or channel across the land into the sea
or other bodies of water

Public Sector - the government sector of the tourism industry is responsible for formulating tourism policies, plans
and programs.

The Tourism Act of 2009 - national policy for tourism as an engine of investment, employment, growth and
national development and strengthening the department of tourism and its attached agencies to effectively and
efficiently implement that policy, and appropriating funds.

NCCA - It is a mandated to encourage the continuing and balanced development of a pluralistic culture by the
people and conserve, promote and protect the nation’s historical and cultural heritage

Natural attraction - are geographical or geological features created by nature that attract people.

TPB (Tourism promotions board) - It is responsible for marketing and promoting the Philippines domestically and
internationally as a major global tourism destination, highlighting its uniqueness and assisting the development of
its tourism products and services, with the end view of increasing tourist arrivals and tourism investment.
Specifically, it shall market the Philippines as a major convention destination in Asia. To this end, it shall take
charge of attracting, promoting, facilitating, and servicing large-scale events, international fairs and conventions,
congresses, sports competitions, expositions, and the like.

Tricycle - three-wheeled vehicles consisting of a motorcycle with a sidecar, are also a popular means of passenger
transport.

Bangka - a small local boat with a person paddling for them as their mode of transportation for the island hopping.

The tourism network is a partnership involving different interacting elements, such as tourists, enterprises,
institutions, and host communities. The tourism industry is a network that includes both the public and private
sectors.

the Philippine travel tax (a levy imposed by the government on individuals [citizens of the Philippines, permanent
resident aliens who have stayed in the country for more than a year] who are leaving the country irrespective of the
place where the air ticket is issued). Travel tax collection is also the agency’s primary source of income

National Parks Development Committee (NPDC) – It ensures fully developed and well-maintained parks for the
wholesome recreation and socio-cultural education of the Filipino people for the enrichment of the country’s
national identity and heritage through a partnership with the community, government offices (GOs), and non-
government organizations (NGOs).
Food and beverage service refers to the preparation, presentation, and service of meals and drinks to guests. It is
also through this sector that travelers can experience the culture and heritage of a destination country. Some
examples of establishments in this sector are restaurants, bars, cafés, cafeterias, and clubs.

Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) – It is an agency granted the rights, privileges, and
authority to operate and maintain gambling casinos, clubs, and other recreation or amusement places, sports,
gaming pools, i.e., basketball, football, lotteries, etc., whether on land or sea, within the territorial jurisdiction of
the Republic of the Philippines

Accommodation Sector - This sector includes facilities and amenities that offer guests a place to stay for rest and
sleep. Aside from tangible products, such as rooms, beds, and meals, these facilities also provide services to meet
guests’ needs and expectations. Examples of establishments in this sector include hotels, resorts, apartment hotels,
motels/motor hotels, inns, bed and breakfasts, and hostels.

the Ilocanos of the north are known to be sturdy and frugal

the central plains’ Tagalogs are known to be industrious

the Visayans from the central islands are carefree
the Moslems of Mindanao are religious and colorful tribespeople

Filipino is used as the language of communication among ethnic groups. Like any living language, the Filipino
language is also in the process of development. English is also widely used and is the medium of instruction in
higher education. The Philippines is considered one of the largest English-speaking countries in the world.

The government sector of the tourism industry is responsible for formulating tourism policies, plans, and
programs. It provides guidelines for the selection and development of destinations, promotes travel to and
investments in the Philippines, and regulates the industry in collaboration with other government agencies.

Other agencies may influence tourism in addition to the above such as the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP),
National Economic Development Authority (NEDA), and Philippine Coast Guard (PCG).

Incentive – It is a management tool used to increase the performance level of employees to meet organizational
goals.

In the tourism industry, both public and private sectors must collaborate and interact to develop a country’s
tourism. The private sector must abide by government agencies' standards, policies, and regulations. At the same
time, the public sector must create and enforce laws and guidelines for properly regulating the tourism industry in
a country

The public sector is responsible for formulating tourism policies, plans, and programs. It provides guidelines for
the selection and development of destinations, promotes travel to and investments in the Philippines, and regulates
the industry in collaboration with other government agencies