Tourism to Alleviate Poverty in the Philippines
Tourism to Alleviate Poverty in the Philippines
Research Paper
Presented to
Mr. Francis C. Domningo of the International Studies Department,
De La Salle University - Manila
In partial fulfillment of the requirements in GLOBDEV
Submitted by
Cabatuando, Frances
Capati, Pierre
King, Richenna
Simbulan, Pamela
Vibal, Gian
C32
On
November 24, 2011
Table of Contents
A. Introduction 3
B. Objectives and Stand 4
C. Methodology and Scope 4
D. Professional Perspectives 4
E. Supporting Statements 6 1. Development of Palawan 6 2. SEA Comparison 7 3. Tourism in a global perspective 8
F. Conclusion 10
G. References 11
A. Introduction Composed of 7,107 islands, the Philippines is an archipelago located at the Southeast Asia that is often referred to as the Pearl of the Orient. It has a strategic location since it is heavily surrounded by big bodies of water such as the Pacific Ocean and the South China Sea. In terms of culture, the Philippines is the third largest English speaking country in the world. This is due to its long history of colonization from the Western invaders. However, even before the Spaniards occupied the Philippines, it has already been trading with different Asian countries, most prominently the Chinese and Japanese. The Philippines is blessed to have great scenic spots and unique biodiversity. One of the most popular places to visit is the Banaue Rice Terraces in Ifugao province which is considered as the Eighth Wonder of the World. The Philippines is home to animals like the Tarsier, Philippine Eagle and Tamaraw and plants such as the Rafflesia that can be seen nowhere else. Just recently, the Puerto Princesa Underground River in Palawan was hailed one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Given the rich culture, strategic location and competitive market, the Philippines is truly a viable country to promote tourism. In the
Research Paper
Presented to
Mr. Francis C. Domningo of the International Studies Department,
De La Salle University - Manila
In partial fulfillment of the requirements in GLOBDEV
Submitted by
Cabatuando, Frances
Capati, Pierre
King, Richenna
Simbulan, Pamela
Vibal, Gian
C32
On
November 24, 2011
Table of Contents
A. Introduction 3
B. Objectives and Stand 4
C. Methodology and Scope 4
D. Professional Perspectives 4
E. Supporting Statements 6 1. Development of Palawan 6 2. SEA Comparison 7 3. Tourism in a global perspective 8
F. Conclusion 10
G. References 11
A. Introduction Composed of 7,107 islands, the Philippines is an archipelago located at the Southeast Asia that is often referred to as the Pearl of the Orient. It has a strategic location since it is heavily surrounded by big bodies of water such as the Pacific Ocean and the South China Sea. In terms of culture, the Philippines is the third largest English speaking country in the world. This is due to its long history of colonization from the Western invaders. However, even before the Spaniards occupied the Philippines, it has already been trading with different Asian countries, most prominently the Chinese and Japanese. The Philippines is blessed to have great scenic spots and unique biodiversity. One of the most popular places to visit is the Banaue Rice Terraces in Ifugao province which is considered as the Eighth Wonder of the World. The Philippines is home to animals like the Tarsier, Philippine Eagle and Tamaraw and plants such as the Rafflesia that can be seen nowhere else. Just recently, the Puerto Princesa Underground River in Palawan was hailed one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Given the rich culture, strategic location and competitive market, the Philippines is truly a viable country to promote tourism. In the
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