The province of Misamis Occidental vowed to protect tourists visiting key destinations in the province.<\/p>\n
In a statement on Wednesday, Governor Henry Oaminal Sr. said that aside from the active presence of law enforcers, tourists will benefit from relatively affordable food and accommodation prices.<\/p>\n
He noted that tourism facilities operated by the provincial government will have lower rates, especially at the newly opened Asenso Misamis Occidental Recreation and Adventure Park (AMORAP).<\/p>\n
“Our consultants said a night’s stay in other similar (posh) villas usually costs PHP40,000, but we are offering it here for PHP10,000,” he said.<\/p>\n
Oaminal said residents of the province will receive a 50 percent discount as well.<\/p>\n
This week, the province opened AMORAP, branded as the “Maldives in Mindanao,” as part of ongoing efforts to promote tourism and support the local economy.<\/p>\n
The province also hosts the ongoing Miss Universe Philippines organization\u2019s major events from April 22-26, with Oaminal planning to appoint the winners as tourism ambassadors. (PNA)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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