Davao Tourism Association

22/10/2026

Several of our ka-DATA alongside tourism industry stakeholders graced the ceremonial Dazzling Holiday Christmas Tree lighting at SM Lanang

22/10/2026

The future of tourism starts with you!

Thank you to the students and schools who joined us at the 3rd DATA Hospitality & Tourism Experience Conference (HTX 2026). Your enthusiasm, curiosity, and passion remind us that the future of tourism and hospitality lies in the hands of the next generation.

May this experience inspire you to keep learning, dreaming, and becoming future leaders who will make a difference in the tourism and hospitality industry.

22/10/2026

We would like to greet a happy happy birthday to former DATA president and a staunch prime mover of Davao tourism— Mary Ann Baby Montemayor

21/10/2026

Reliving the moments, celebrating the connections, and remembering the shared purpose that made DATA HTX 2026 truly special!

More than a conference, it was a meaningful gathering of people united by a passion for tourism and a vision for Davao’s future.

Our heartfelt thanks to our speakers, sponsors, partners, delegates, and everyone who made this event possible. We are truly grateful to have shared this journey with you.

Together, let’s keep moving tourism forward!

20/10/2026

A heartfelt thank you to our valued sponsors for their generous support of the 3rd DATA Hospitality & Tourism Experience Conference (DATA HTX 2026), held last October 16, 2026 at The Royal Mandaya Hotel.

Your partnership and generosity helped make this event a meaningful success as we continue to shape a brighter future for tourism and hospitality.

Together, we move tourism forward. Thank you for being part of the journey!

19/10/2026

17/10/2026

TOP STORIES - October 17, 2026
Davao City’s tourism stakeholders unite to shape future-ready industry
https://edgedavao.net/the-big-news/2026/10/davao-citys-tourism-stakeholders-unite-to-shape-future-ready-industry/

Massive Davao City fire affects around 1,000 families in Agdao; cause under investigation
https://edgedavao.net/the-big-news/2026/10/massive-davao-city-fire-affects-around-1000-families-in-agdao-cause-under-investigation/

Sara’s spox slams NBI’s SALN probe as ‘shameless smear campaign’ against VP
https://edgedavao.net/the-big-news/2026/10/saras-spox-slams-nbis-saln-probe-as-shameless-smear-campaign-against-vp/

SPORTS
NBA general managers pick Spurs for title, Wemby as MVP
https://edgedavao.net/sports/2026/10/nba-general-managers-pick-spurs-for-title-wemby-as-mvp/

ENVIRONMENT
Why Fish Are Becoming Scarcer on Filipino Tables
https://edgedavao.net/environment/2026/10/why-fish-are-becoming-scarcer-on-filipino-tables/

17/10/2026

Davao City’s tourism stakeholders are strengthening partnerships among industry players, government agencies, and academic institutions to develop a future-ready workforce, enhance visitor experiences, and create new opportunities for sustainable tourism growth.

Full story in comments.

17/10/2026

Yesterday at HTX, we asked the question that matters: is our workforce ready for tourism's future?

Industry and academe came together to talk about what it takes to build talent that is future-proof. The conversation kept coming back to education that stays relevant and is shaped by what the industry actually needs, producing graduates with technical skill, sound judgement, and cultural sensitivity.

One thing was clear: Filipinos are the BEST in hospitality, and the next big thing is Mindanao and Davao!

With a ready, resilient workforce, we can deliver meaningful visitor experiences that keep people coming back.