Manila: Affordable cost of living, learning English language, tropical weather, business opportunities. These are some of the key reasons South Koreans visit the Philippines.
In 2023, South Koreans topped the list of foreign visitors to its Asian neighbour. The tourism industry in the Philippines is on a roll, experiencing a remarkable resurgence, surpassing targets.
Manila’s Department of Tourism (DOT) reported over 5 million foreign arrivals by December 12, 2023 — exceeding the initial target of 4.8 million.
Visitor receipts
Foreign visitor receipts reached Php439.5 billion ($7.88 billion), showcasing a 95.85 per cent recovery from pre-pandemic levels in 2019.
Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco hailed tourism as a “strong pillar” contributing to economic growth and employment.
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