DOT accredits Bataan souvenir shop, resorts

Tourists can now expect a more enjoyable and quality-assured shopping experience as the Bataan Tourism Souvenir Shop has been recognized as the first and only Department of Tourism (DOT)-accredited tourist shop in the province.   Located inside the Bataan Tourism Center along Roman Highway in Balanga City, the shop offers “Galing! Bataan” products that showcase […]

Bataan gets multiple recognitions at TRES Awards 2025

Bataan gets multiple recognitions at TRES Awards 2025

The Province of Bataan, through the Provincial Tourism Office, received several awards during the Tourism Recognition for Enterprises and Stakeholders (TRES) Awards 2025 held on March 27, 2026, at the Premier Ballroom of Best Western Plus Metro Clark.   Bataan was Grand Winner for Most Outstanding Destination Marketing Campaign for its “Behold Bataan” campaign received […]

Pawikan Festival 2025 highlights Bataan’s conservation efforts

The province of Bataan is once again gearing up for its much-awaited Pawikan Festival 2025, a month-long celebration dedicated to the protection and preservation of marine turtles, locally known as pawikan. With the theme “Pag-aalaga sa Pawikan, Tagumpay ng Kalikasan!”, the event aims to raise awareness on environmental conservation and the vital role of these […]

Bataan prepares for the 83rd Araw ng Kagitingan commemoration

Bataan prepares for the 83rd Araw ng Kagitingan commemoration

The Bataan Tourism Office has announced a series of activities in celebration of the 83rd Araw ng Kagitingan on April 9, 2025, with the theme “Kabayanihan ng Beterano: Sandigan ng Kaunlaran ng Bagong Pilipinas.” This annual event honors the bravery and sacrifices of Filipino and American soldiers during World War II, particularly those who endured […]

Gov. Joet commends creatives and partners for the success of Bb. Bataan 2024

Gov. Joet commends creatives and partners for the success of Bb. Bataan 2024

Governor Jose Enrique “Joet” Garcia III extended his heartfelt gratitude to the creatives team and event partners who played significant roles in the success of the recently concluded Binibining Bataan 2024. During the Coronation Night held at the Bataan People’s Center last Saturday, September 28, Gov. Garcia emphasized the importance of acknowledging not only the […]

Bataan Tourism Office tempers negative impact of COVID-19

Concerns over the current worldwide outbreak of Corona Virus Disease -19 (COVID-19 ) which has affected the tourism and travel industry, the Provincial Tourism Office is creating a promotional and marketing scheme that would explore other significant opportunities for the province. Mrs. Alice D. Pizarro, provincial tourism officer, has stressed the province had achieved a […]