MTIT Maguindanao Tourism

27/07/2026

𝗠𝗧𝗜𝗧 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀

Cotabato City – In line with its commitment to promoting safe, resilient, and sustainable tourism destinations, the Ministry of Trade, Investments and Tourism (MTIT) – Bureau of Tourism, Maguindanao Provincial Office successfully conducted the Training on Crisis Readiness, Risk Mitigation, and Basic Life Rescue on July 22, 2026, at D&M Catering Services, Cotabato City.

The one-day capacity-building activity gathered owners, managers, supervisors, and designated personnel from various Tourism-Related Enterprises (TREs) in Maguindanao del Norte and Maguindanao del Sur, equipping them with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively respond to emergencies, safeguard visitors, and strengthen the resilience of tourism establishments.

The training featured distinguished resource persons from the Philippine Red Cross – Maguindanao and Cotabato City Chapter and the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO).

Representing the Philippine Red Cross – Maguindanao and Cotabato City Chapter, Misuari Kasan, EMT, and Belly Sorilla facilitated comprehensive lectures and hands-on demonstrations on Basic Life Support (BLS), emergency first aid, and the management of common medical emergencies and illnesses. Participants were given practical guidance on providing immediate and appropriate assistance during medical emergencies while awaiting professional responders.

Meanwhile, Princess Jolina Vacaro Mizon of the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) discussed Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM), emphasizing disaster preparedness, emergency readiness, and resilience-building. The session covered various natural and human-induced hazards and explored emergency scenarios commonly encountered by Tourism-Related Enterprises (TREs), enabling participants to better understand appropriate preparedness, response, coordination, and recovery measures within tourism establishments.

The activity forms part of MTIT's continuing efforts to strengthen the preparedness and response capacity of tourism stakeholders by fostering a culture of safety, resilience, and responsible tourism management. By investing in the knowledge and competencies of tourism frontliners, the Ministry aims to enhance visitor confidence and contribute to the sustainable growth of the tourism industry across the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region.

MTIT extends its sincere appreciation to the Philippine Red Cross – Maguindanao and Cotabato City Chapter, the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), and all participating Tourism-Related Enterprises for their invaluable partnership and commitment to building a safer and more resilient tourism sector.

"Prepared tourism frontliners create safer destinations."

25/07/2026

WATCH: Here's the full-length version of BYAHENG UPI, the official tourism music video of Upi Municipality.

Produced by: Ministry of Trade, Investments, and Tourism - MDN and Local Government Unit of Upi - Municipal Tourism Office
Production: Liam Solano, Jr, and Lightbearer Multimedia Production.
Composed by: Jeff Paclibar
Performed by: Jeff Paclibar, Kristine Joy Duran, Johnny Mokudef, and Setayan Cultural Dance Troupe
Videography: Liam Solano, Jr, and Lhems Anso
Music Mixing and Mastering: Dexter Morimonte
Model: Mutya ng Upi 2025 Apritch Honey G. Cinco

23/07/2026

𝐌𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐡𝐚𝐲! 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

The Ministry of Trade, Investments and Tourism – Maguindanao Provincial Office, through its Tourism Division, successfully conducted its First Batch of the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Basic Training for 2026 on July 21, 2026, bringing together tourism frontliners and industry stakeholders committed to delivering warm, genuine, and world-class Filipino hospitality.

The training brought together a diverse group of participants, including hotel and accommodation personnel, travel and tour operators, food and beverage service personnel, tourism-related enterprise representatives, a Tourism Officer, and other frontline service workers.

The one-day training provided participants with valuable knowledge and practical approaches to service excellence, emphasizing Filipino values, memorable guest experiences, customer touchpoints, and effective service recovery.

More than just a training, the activity provided a space for participants to share experiences, learn from one another, and strengthen their shared commitment to creating meaningful experiences for every guest while proudly embodying the Filipino brand of hospitality.

To our FBSE graduates, congratulations and Mabuhay! May you continue to carry the heart of Filipino service excellence and apply what you have learned in every guest interaction and service experience.

This is only the beginning! More FBSE Training schedules for 2026 will be announced soon. We invite our tourism frontliners to stay tuned for upcoming batches and opportunities to be part of the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence journey.

𝗕𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱. 𝗕𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱. 𝗕𝗲 𝗙𝗕𝗦𝗘!

09/07/2026

ADVISORY: To all travelers, please be advised that the road from Brgy. Tapian, Datu Odin Sinsuat going to Datu Blah Sinsuat is not passable to all weight vehicles due to heavy flooding brought about by Super Typhoon Inday (Bavi).

All vehicle drivers are advised to avoid the affected route, use alternate roads if available, and monitor updates from the concerned authorities. Please prioritize your safety and avoid traveling through flooded areas.

For emergency and quick response, call the following Bangsamoro READi hotline numbers:

0966-301-8777
0939-339-5221

06/07/2026

📢 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗠 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗢 𝗗𝗘𝗟 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗘, 𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗢 𝗗𝗘𝗟 𝗦𝗨𝗥 & 𝗖𝗢𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬!

Are you ready to elevate your service and become an ambassador of world-class Filipino hospitality?

The MTIT Maguindanao – Tourism Division is now accepting applications for the FREE Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Training.

This training aims to equip tourism frontliners with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to deliver exceptional customer service rooted in genuine Filipino hospitality.

📅 Training Schedule
Batch 1: July 21, 2026
Batch 2: July 23, 2026

📍 Venue
MTIT Maguindanao Provincial Office – Conference Room
Elmarco Building, MBRH, Sinsuat Avenue, Cotabato City

🌟 Participant Inclusions

🎓 FREE FBSE Training

🍽 FREE Meals and Snacks

📜 FREE Certificate of Completion

👥 Who may apply?

This training is open to tourism frontliners from Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur, and Cotabato City, including:

✅ Hotel & Resort Personnel
✅ Restaurant & Café Staff
✅ Tourist Attraction Personnel
✅ Tour Guides
✅ Tourist Transport Drivers/Operators
✅ Tourism Vendors (Food, Souvenir, Local Products, and Other Tourism-related Vendors)
✅ Tourism Entrepreneurs
✅ Tourism Students
✅ Other Tourism Frontliners

⏳ APPLICATION DEADLINE

July 14, 2026 | 5:00 PM

📌 Limited slots only!

Interested applicants may scan the QR code on the official poster or submit their application through the link below:

📝 Application Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQJ_-tlWul5R-O0muubLQpDYyuKk5Yszhqj478CLgLi8sagw/viewform

Please note: Qualified applicants will receive an official confirmation via email.

Together, let us strengthen the culture of service excellence and proudly showcase the warmth, professionalism, and genuine hospitality of Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur, and Cotabato City.

See you at the training! Mabuhay! 🇵🇭

28/06/2026

12/06/2026

𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗮𝗻! 🇵🇭

Sa paggunita ng ika-128 na Araw ng Kalayaan ng Pilipinas, kaisa ang Ministry of Trade, Investments and Tourism (MTIT) sa pagpupugay sa katapangan, sakripisyo, at pagkakaisa ng ating mga bayani na nagbukas ng daan tungo sa kalayaan.

Nawa’y magsilbing inspirasyon ang diwa ng kalayaan upang patuloy nating isulong ang kaunlaran, kapayapaan, at mas matatag na kinabukasan para sa bawat Pilipino at Bangsamoro.

𝗠𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗵𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘀!
𝗠𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗵𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗼! 🇵🇭💚

01/12/2025

It’s the 1st day of December, Upians!
And with that, here is the official schedule of the Maguyaya Festival celebration this month. 🌽

Kitakits, kababayan!