15/09/2026
𝗛𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡
The Local Government Unit of Kalayaan, in partnership with the Provincial Government of Palawan through the Provincial Tourism Promotions and Development Office, successfully conducted the 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 on September 8–9, 2026, at Upgrace Inn, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan.
The two-day seminar brought together SB Member Francis “Kiko” Polizon, Chairperson of the Committee on Tourism; Municipal Tourism Officer Jorge Olean M. Misajon, EnP; representatives from SSBWA, KMGEA, and KPFFA; and other municipal offices and residents who share a commitment to advancing responsible and community-based tourism in the Municipality of Kalayaan.
The seminar provided an opportunity for participants to gain a better understanding of the standards and requirements for the operation of homestay accommodation establishments, as well as the importance of quality service, proper guest relations, sanitation, safety, and responsible tourism practices.
The LGU Kalayaan extends its sincere appreciation to SSBWA, KMGEA, and KPFFA for sending their dedicated representatives; the Provincial Tourism Promotions and Development Office – Palawan for its valuable technical assistance and support; and our resource persons, Mr. Mark Kenneth Camama and Mr. John Paul Sobere, for generously sharing their knowledge and expertise.
We likewise acknowledge the efforts of the Kalayaan LGU team—Ms. Mary Joy E. Gabinete, Ms. Eunice B. Calanao, Mr. Julius John R. Hugo, and EnP Jorge Olean M. Misajon—for organizing and facilitating this meaningful activity.
This two-day seminar and orientation reflects the continuing commitment of the Municipality of Kalayaan and the Provincial Government of Palawan to strengthen local tourism initiatives, improve the quality of homestay services, and promote responsible, sustainable, and community-based tourism in Kalayaan.
Together, we are laying the foundation for quality, sustainable, and community-based tourism in the Municipality of Kalayaan—one homestay at a time.