Panglao Municipal Tourism Office

As part of the updating of the Coastal Resource Management Plan (CRMP) under the Panglao Island Restoration and Rehabilitation Program (PIRRP), a Transect Walk and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) were conducted on June 4, 2026, with the participation of representatives from the Municipality of Panglao, Provincial Government of Bohol, barangay councils, and youth sectors. The activity, supported by the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO), Municipal Agriculture Office (MAO), and Municipal Tourism Office (MTO), provided an opportunity to assess current coastal conditions, discuss local environmental concerns, and gather inputs that will help guide the protection and sustainable management of Panglao’s coastal and marine resources.

Photo Credits: DENR-CENRO

𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬: The Train the Trainers Workshop officially kicked off its first day at the BFP Hall in Poblacion, Panglao, bringing together choreographers and MAPEH coordinators in preparation for the official dance steps of Hudayaka sa Panglao. The opening session was led by Dr. March Chavez Mandal, who facilitated an engaging discourse highlighting the importance of cultural preservation, creative expression, and the role of educators and trainers in promoting Panglao’s rich heritage through dance.

The three-day workshop aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively teach and showcase the official Hudayaka sa Panglao choreography in their respective schools and communities.

Mabuhay!

The Panglao Municipal Tourism Office will be conducting a Refresher Mentoring and Hands-On Assistance Session on the Integrated Tourist Data Management System (ITDMS) – Tourist Arrival Report System to provide guidance and assistance on the proper encoding and submission of Tourist Arrival Reports.

Date: June 9–11, 2026

Venue: 2nd Floor, Old Municipio Building, Poblacion, Panglao, Bohol

This activity aims to assist accommodation establishments in ensuring the accurate and timely submission of tourism data through the ITDMS, as well as to address concerns, questions, and system-related issues that may be encountered during reporting. The session will also provide participants with the opportunity to complete or update their pending Tourist Arrival Reports with assistance from the Tourism Office.

Important Reminders

✔ Please refer to the schedule below and attend on your assigned date and time.

✔ Bring your own laptop or mobile phone for the hands-on mentoring session.

✔ Prepare your Tourist Arrival Reports and supporting records from January up to the latest available month for reference during the activity.

✔ The owner, manager, front desk personnel, or staff responsible for tourist arrival reporting may attend.

Your assigned schedule is indicated under your establishment name in the attached list.

In addition to the assigned participants, accommodation establishments or tourism stakeholders who are interested in learning more about the Integrated Tourist Data Management System (ITDMS) and Tourist Arrival Report submission process are also welcome to join the session. This is an opportunity to gain a better understanding of the reporting system, receive hands-on guidance, and address any questions or concerns related to tourism data reporting.

Thank you, and we look forward to your attendance.

The Municipality of Panglao, through the Municipal Tourism Office, is conducting a Train the Trainers Workshop on June 4–6, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the BFP Hall, Poblacion, Panglao, Bohol, in preparation for the official dance steps of Hudayaka sa Panglao.

Participated in by local choreographers and MAPEH coordinators, the workshop aims to ensure the proper teaching, preservation, and promotion of Panglao’s cultural dance. This initiative will help create a pool of trained dance instructors who can effectively share the choreography within schools and communities, strengthening cultural pride, unity, and participation in the upcoming Hudayaka festivities.

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Public & Tourism Stakeholder Awareness: BEWARE OF FRAUD!

The Panglao Municipal Tourism Office is issuing a crucial warning regarding individuals faking their identity and posing as Department of Tourism (DOT) personnel. These imposters are targeting tourism stakeholders and members of the public, falsely offering to fast-track DOT accreditation in exchange for money.

PLEASE BE VIGILANT. This is an illegal scam. Neither the DOT nor the Panglao Municipal Tourism Office is involved in this activity.

We strongly advise you to:
-Transact only with legitimate tourism personnel.
-NEVER provide money to anyone promising expedited services.
-Report immediate encounters. If you are approached by such individuals, take their details and, if possible, a photo of the person or their fake credentials for evidence.

The Municipality of Panglao strongly condemns these acts and assures the public that no PMTO personnel is involved in this fraudulent activity.

To report encounters or voice your concerns, you may:
👤 Send a direct message to the Panglao Municipal Tourism Office page.
📞 Call us at (038) 411 6731.

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For the fourth time this year, another Green Sea Turtle has chosen the shores of Alona, Panglao, this time near Alona by JPark to lay her eggs, a promising sign of the area's importance as a nesting habitat.

To give the eggs the best chance of survival, DENR, CENRO Tagbilaran, Panglao Tourism Office, Philippine Coast Guard, and Alona by JPark Management worked together to relocate the nest at 1:30 AM on May 29 after it was discovered in the high tide zone, where seawater would have flooded the eggs.

The nesting site has since been secured and protected from crowds, events, dogs, and passing vehicles that may disturb the developing eggs. This collaborative conservation effort reflects our shared commitment to protecting marine wildlife and ensuring that these future hatchlings have a safe journey from nest to sea.

The Panglao Municipal Tourism Office, together with the PNP Panglao and the Municipality of Panglao, gathered in front of the Panglao Rizal Monument to solemnly commemorate National Flag Day. This meaningful collaboration honors the ultimate symbol of our nation’s freedom, unity, and resilience as the Philippine flag was proudly raised. Let us continue to fly our national standard with pride and a renewed sense of patriotism in our everyday lives.