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Teo: Miss U success is Philippines’ win

30 January 2017, SM Mall of Asia Arena – The most beautiful day in the Universe’ has finally arrived today in the Philippines, with Miss France Iris Mittenaere crowned Miss Universe 2016, and Miss Haiti Raquel Pelissier and Miss Colombia Andrea Tovar as her runners-up.

Miss Universe 2016 Iris Mittenaere (France)

Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Wanda Corazon Teo, who was present at the competition, was quick to congratulate Mittenaere for winning the most prestigious tilt, claiming that her victory is also a triumph for the Philippines.

“On behalf of the Filipino people, I congratulate Miss France for bagging the Miss Universe crown from 85 other candidates from around the world. Her win is our success as the host nation,” the tourism chief said.

“We join the millions of people watching from more than 190 countries worldwide in celebration over Miss Mittenaere’s success. And we are very proud and grateful that the Philippines became an important part in her journey to the Miss Universe crown,” Teo added.

Ms. Wanda Teo with Ms. Universe 2016

She is confident all the hard work that went into the staging of the 65^th Miss Universe competition in the Philippines will boost the country’s bid to attract more tourists to visit the many different destinations featured at the competition.

“The Philippines is the runaway winner in this prestigious international event. Our islands, food, and the biggest smiles of our people are all over the news and social media these past few weeks. The world now knows how beautiful our islands are, how delectable our cuisines are, and how friendly and warm Filipinos are – just ask the Miss Universe candidates themselves,” Teo expounded, recalling the diverse travel itinerary of this year’s candidates had, from Boracay’s party island to the cool highlands of Baguio, to the historical town of Vigan, the colorful tapestry of Mindanao in Davao City, and to the exciting multifaceted Manila.

“What you saw during your brief stay – some of top destinations, festivals, our “balut”, our Bohol Chocolate Hills – these are just a glimpse of what our 7,107 islands can offer. So today, I invite the world, come to the Philippines so you can affirm that when you are with Filipinos, you are with family,” the tourism chief remarked.

With the support of President Rodrigo R. Duterte, the DOT tapped the support and assistance of other government agencies, along with the pageant organizers and private partners, to deliver what ought to be the “most memorable and beautiful Miss Universe edition ever.”

The 65^th Miss Universe was made possible with the collective effort of the DOT, the Miss Universe Organization, LCS Group headed by Gov. Chavit Singson & Architect Richelle Singson Michelle, in partnership with Okada Manila, SM Group of Companies, and Solar Entertainment Corporation, its broadcast partner.

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Cebu City Tourism launches Highlands Adventure

In time for World Tourism Month, Cebu City Tourism recently launched Cebu City Highlands Adventure. Get to buy fresh produce, plants and artisan products amassed from Cebu City’s mountain barangays during the Tabo sa Bukid; and for the adventurers, go ahead and join an exciting highland jaunt!

Cebu City Tourism rounded up the growers and producers along Canada Drive (just across Ayala Heights) on all weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) of September for #TaboSaBukid. So get your grocery bags ready for Tabo sa Bukid‘s starting this weekend, September 5 and 6. Local harvests include sweet corn, evergreen avocados, bananas, sweet potatoes, ampalaya, tomatoes, lettuce and many other fresh produce- all made available during the fair at low prices. And have you tried the highlands lechon yet? We were told it’s going to be available during the weekend market too. 😉

Cebu City is 80% upland, composed of 31 highland baranggays -14 in the south and 17 in the north of the city; the highlands take pride on the fresh produce and flowers that supplies the metro with high-grade farm products and artisan goods. It came as a surprise that Cebu City highlands still have many secret spots for adventure seekers.

Cebu City Highlands Tours, organized by Cebu City Tourism Office, offer fun adventure to the city’s hilly lands’ less known adventure spots. Two of the featured Cebu City Highlands Tour attractions are Bombahanan Cave and Guining Falls , both rarely explored sites in Cebu City uplands.

Waterfall + Betty’s Garden Package

Guining Falls in Barangay Tabunan/Tabonan holds out a small cold dipping pool at the end of the 25-minute trek from the town hall.

Next stop for the tour is Betty’s Garden in Barangay Cantipla. The six-hectare property faithfully grows organic produce and is devoted to safeguarding indigenous wildflowers.

Betty’s Garden

Caving Package + Vegetable Farm Pick &Pay

The itinerary for this tour includes caving in Bombahanan Cave in Barangay Sudlos Dos and Satuhan Cave in barangay Sudlon Uno, plus a visit at a pick and pay vegetable farm.

For rates on Cebu City Highland Tours, call Cebu City Tourism Office at (032) 412 4355.

Cebu City Highlands Adventure is part of the month-long campaign, Lakbay Lingaw – shaping Cebu City as the best choice for travel, culture and shopping destination.

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Teo: Miss U success is Philippines’ win

Cebu City Tourism launches Highlands Adventure

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