Sarangani, Your Adventure

06/09/2026

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28/08/2026

𝟒𝟓 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢’𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝

KIAMBA, SARANGANI PROVINCE — Forty-five (45) community members have successfully completed the Community Tour Guiding Training held from August 22–28, 2026 in Kiamba, Sarangani Province, marking another significant step toward strengthening community-based tourism and developing a more skilled tourism workforce in the province.

The seven-day training, with a total of 𝟓𝟔 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬, equipped the participants with essential knowledge and skills in community tour guiding, including responsible tourism practices, interpretation of local attractions, visitor handling, storytelling, guiding techniques, and the importance of preserving the cultural and natural assets that make Sarangani a distinct destination.

The completion of the training is only the beginning. As the next step, the graduates will undergo the necessary accreditation process to formalize their participation in the tourism industry and ensure that they meet the standards required for professional community tour guiding.

Once accredited, the community tour guides will be networked and linked with existing accredited tour operators and tourism stakeholders in the region. This is to create opportunities for the graduates to become part of the region’s tourism value chain—connecting communities directly with visitors and the market.

The Provincial Government of Sarangani, under the leadership of 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐨 𝐃. 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐚𝐨, 𝐌𝐌𝐏𝐀, extends its heartfelt appreciation to our active tourism partners from the province’s seven municipalities for their invaluable support in the successful conduct of the Community Tour Guiding Training held on August 22–28, 2026 in Kiamba, Sarangani Province.

Special recognition is extended to the 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚 for their significant support and active participation in this initiative.

Above all, we express our sincere gratitude to the Department of Tourism - Soccsksargen Office for its continued partnership and commitment to strengthening community-based tourism and developing local tourism professionals.

07/08/2026

𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔–𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟎 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐆𝐀𝐃) 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚

Kablon, Tupi, South Cotabato — In a significant step toward advancing a more inclusive and gender-responsive tourism industry, the Sarangani Tourism and Investment Promotion Center (STIPC), in partnership with key tourism stakeholders across the province, successfully conducted the Formulation of the Gender and Development (GAD) Agenda 2026–2030 for the Sarangani Tourism Industry on August 6–7, 2026, at SG Farm, Kablon, Tupi, South Cotabato.

The two-day activity gathered representatives from seven (7) Municipal Tourism Office of Sarangani, tourism enterprises, people’s organizations, and other tourism stakeholders to collaboratively develop a long-term GAD Agenda.

The activity aimed to identify gender-related issues and gaps within the tourism value chain, assess the capacity-building and training needs of tourism stakeholders, and formulate responsive strategies that will serve as the foundation of the Province’s 2026–2030 GAD Agenda for the Tourism Industry.

The activity was further enriched by the valuable inputs of the 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗫𝗜𝗜, 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗠𝗿. 𝗘𝗹𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗥. 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝘀. 𝗞𝘆𝗿𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗦. 𝗗𝗲 𝗝𝘂𝗮𝗻, who provided key insights on the Situationer of Women in the Tourism Value Chain and the advocacy on Tourism Integrates, Supports, and Minds Women’s Respect and Child Safety. Their contributions significantly strengthened the participants’ understanding of gender dynamics in tourism and the importance of safeguarding women and children within tourism spaces.

The outputs generated during the activity will be consolidated into the Sarangani Tourism Industry GAD Agenda 2026–2030, which will serve as the province’s strategic roadmap for implementing gender-responsive programs, projects, and activities within the tourism sector over the next five years. The agenda is expected to guide policy directions, strengthen institutional mechanisms, and enhance partnerships among government agencies, local government units, tourism enterprises, civil society organizations, and community stakeholders.

The initiative reinforces the Provincial Government of Sarangani through the leadership of 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗼 𝗗. 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗮𝗼’𝘀 commitment to promoting sustainable tourism that leaves no one behind, recognizing that gender equality is a vital pillar in building resilient communities and a competitive tourism industry for the years ahead.

10/07/2026

📢 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞!

Your response today can help shape our recovery tomorrow. 💙

Following the recent calamities, the Provincial Government of Sarangani, through the Provincial Tourism Office, is conducting a Rapid Economic Loss Assessment Survey to determine the extent of the disaster's impact on our tourism industry.

We encourage all tourism-oriented and related establishments—including resorts, hotels, homestays, restaurants, tour operators, transport providers, dive shops, souvenir shops, and community-based tourism enterprises—to participate by accomplishing the survey.

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Your participation is essential in helping us build a stronger, safer, and more resilient tourism industry for Sarangani.

10/07/2026

🌊 𝟐𝟕 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐦, 𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢! 🚨

The Provincial Local Government of Sarangani, through the Sarangani Tourism and Investment Promotion Center (STIPC), in partnership with the Department of Tourism Region XII, the Philippine Coast Guard, the Municipal Local Government Unit of Maasim, the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO), and the Maasim Tourism Establishments Association (MATEA), proudly congratulates the 27 graduates of the Water Search and Rescue (WASAR) and Lifeguard Training.

This milestone reflects our shared commitment to building a safer, more resilient, and tourism-ready Sarangani. More than earning certificates, these graduates have completed intensive training that equipped them with the knowledge, discipline, and lifesaving skills necessary to respond effectively during water-related emergencies.

Every trained rescuer represents hope in times of crisis. Their presence in our tourism destinations strengthens public safety, boosts visitor confidence, and reinforces our commitment to responsible and sustainable tourism.

As Sarangani continues to promote its pristine beaches and coastal attractions, we remain steadfast in ensuring that our destinations are not only beautiful but also prepared to protect every resident and visitor. Investing in lifesaving skills is an investment in human life—one that will continue to create safer communities for generations to come.

To our 27 WASAR and Lifeguard graduates, congratulations on this remarkable achievement. May you carry your training with integrity, courage, humility, and a genuine commitment to public service. Your readiness to respond may one day become the reason someone safely returns home to their family.

Our heartfelt appreciation goes to all partner agencies, trainers, facilitators, and stakeholders whose dedication made this program possible. Together, we continue to strengthen disaster preparedness, public safety, and quality tourism in Sarangani.

Congratulations, Batch 2026! Your journey as lifesavers begins today.

05/06/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟒 | 𝐖𝐀𝐒𝐀𝐑 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 🌊🚨

WASAR training focuses on developing life-saving skills, water rescue techniques, and emergency preparedness for real-world situations.

The waves may be tough, but so are we. 💪

Training hard today, so we can respond better tomorrow.

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