'Australians are big spenders': Tourism boom benefits various sectors in the Philippines

Australia ranked third among the largest sources of tourists in the Philippines, following South Korea and the United States, in January 2025. The Department of Tourism highlighted that the increase in tourists significantly contributes to the tourism sector’s revenue, which in turn supports various industries, including hotel accommodations, transportation, dining, and local businesses.

The Philippine Tourism Attaché Ms. Purificacion S. Molintas expressed her delight over the continuous increase in the number of Australian tourists visiting the Philippines.

Key Points

• Data from the Depart of Tourism shows 36,754 Australian tourists visited the Philippines in January 2025, marking a 22.1% increase compared to the previous year.
• Tourism Attaché Purificacion Molintas shared that some of the ongoing improvements at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) will enhance the experience of tourists.
• The DOT encouraged more Filipino-Australians not only to visit for vacation but also to immerse themselves in the rich culture of the Philippines.

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