Samar Province wins double awards at CPTEx 2025, showcasing its ecotourism, culinary heritage, and cultural pride to global audiences.

The Department of Tourism (DOT) regional office in Eastern Visayas is witnessing a significant uptick in the region’s meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions (MICE) tourism sector. With an increasing number of organizations now capable of managing large-scale events, the area is quickly becoming a favored destination for such gatherings.

The new Cebu-Catarman flight route is expected to boost Northern Samar’s economy, enhance tourism, and connect the province to major domestic and international destinations, fostering growth and opportunities.