The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has announced the official reopening of the popular Virgin Island, also known as Puntod Island, to tourists on February 2, under tighter environmental regulations aimed at protecting the fragile ecosystem.
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Virgin Island in Bohol reopens to the public on Monday, February 2
Virgin Island, also known as Puntod Island, in Panglao, Bohol will officially reopen to the public on Monday, February 2, following more than a year of rehabilitation.
Guimbawan Festival draws crowd in Batuan, honors Sto. Niño
The town of Batuan came alive on Sunday, January 25, as residents and visitors celebrated the Guimbawan Festival, one of the town’s major cultural events held in honor of the Sto. Niño.
DOT launches heritage tours for Asean 2026 delegates in Bohol
The Department of Tourism (DOT) on Thursday (Jan. 22) officially launched its year-long heritage tour program for Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) 2026 delegates, opening with a cultural immersion in Bohol—the first of a series of carefully curated experiences across the country.
Lumad Lobocanon performs at Asean Summit 2026
The Lumad Lobocanon represented Bohol with performances of Bolibongkingking and Kuradang de Loboc, two traditional expressions deeply rooted in Loboc’s cultural history. The presentations were well received by summit participants, who applauded the authenticity and quality of the performances.
Secretary Garin welcomes Asean energy officials in Panglao
Energy Secretary Sharon Garin on Wednesday, January 22, warmly welcomed delegates of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Senior Officials on Energy during a welcome dinner for the Special Senior Officials’ Meeting on Energy (Special SOME) and associated meetings held in Panglao Island.
Gov Aris signs new Tourism Code to promote sustainable, inclusive tourism
Bohol Governor Erico Aris Aumentado on Tuesday signed the province’s new Tourism Code, a landmark legislation designed to advance sustainable, inclusive, and community-centered tourism across the province.
Catigbian mayor suspends afternoon classes due to Tropical Storm Ada
Catigbian Mayor Benjie Oliva on Friday ordered the suspension of classes in all levels for the afternoon due to inclement weather brought about by Tropical Storm “Ada.”
Board Member Villamor clarifies tourism code, denies ‘fake news’ penalties
Provincial Board Member Jamie Aumentado Villamor has categorically denied claims that Bohol’s newly approved Sustainable Tourism Development Code penalizes the public for spreading so-called “fake news,” calling such interpretations a misrepresentation of the ordinance.
Content-seeking vloggers warned: Misleading information about Bohol is punishable
Now, here is something monetizing vloggers and bloggers who seek fast engagements must be aware of: providing inaccurate, false, or misleading information about Bohol tourism product, service, or facility, resulting in deception of the public or tourists, can get one a P5,000 fine and lead to legal suits.
Kon walay Bol-anong partner, tour operator nga di Bol-anon dili na makapasulod og tour
Dili na mahimo ang gibuhat sa mga sakay sa panahon: wala nay langyaw o dili taga Bohol nga makadalidali og pasulod sa tours nga dili magkuha og rehistradong Bol-anon nga partner.
Discounts sa tourism entrances, giduso na
Uwahi man, sa katapusan, matagamtam na gyud sa mga Bol-anon ang bugti sa ilang pagpanginlabut nga makatabang sa pag-atiman ug pagpatunhay sa kalikopan ug tabang sa turismo dinhi, human giaghat sa us aka gibag-o nga ordinansa ang pagtanyag og discounted rates ug espesyal nga mga pribilihiyo sa mga Bol-anon nga mosulod sa mga suroyanan sa turista, makuha sa serbisyo pangturismo ug mga kalihukan niini.