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The Philippine Tourism Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9593) was passed with the intention of jumpstarting a Philippine tourism industry that had fallen far behind global and regional trends.

Globally, tourism arrivals have surpassed 900 million, generated over USD 800 billion in tourism receipts (UNWTO, 2011), and directly generated or supported 99 million jobs (WTTC, 2011). The numbers by themselves are impressive, but back-of-the-envelope calculations more readily capture the direct economic impact of tourism – each tourist spends almost USD 900 on each trip, and every 9 tourists create or support one job.

The Philippines received 3.5 million tourists in 2010. While this already represents a record for the country, some comparisons within the Southeast Asian region are necessary to put this performance in perspective. Malaysia had 24.6 million tourist arrivals in 2010, Thailand had 15.8 million, and even Indonesia had 7 million (PATA, 2011).

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It bears stressing that tourism reforms do not happen overnight. Thus, while the Tourism Act was passed in 2009, it has yet to be fully implemented. The law made key structural reforms in the manner of tourism governance that requires changes to government and industry structures, relationships, and mindsets. In sum, the Tourism Act proposed addressing the competitiveness gap of the Philippines through:

Strengthening the capacity and resources of the government to promote the country as an international tourism destination. Previously, funding for tourism came primarily from the national budget. Moreover, the national effort for tourism promotions was divided between three government agencies – the Department of Tourism (DOT), Philippine Conventions and Visitors Corporation (PCVC), and Philippine Tourism Authority (PTA). Today, to boost resources for promotions, the Tourism Act required entities that benefit directly from tourism – Philippine Amusements and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), the airports and seaports, and Duty-Free Philippines (DFP) – to contribute to tourism promotions. Also, governance has been placed in just one entity, the Philippine Tourism Promotions Board (TPB).

Building the physical infrastructure to accommodate tourists, while protecting environmental and cultural heritage. Tourism development has progressed in a haphazard and unplanned fashion, often to the detriment of local communities, their culture, and the environment. Moreover, foreign investors have been wary of investing, particularly in having to deal directly with local governments and the costs of setting up in the Philippines. The Tourism Act restructured the PTA into the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), which will now operate as investment agency, facilitating the entry of investors, granting incentives, and supervising Tourism Enterprise Zones (TEZs). The law requires that these TEZs should be properly planned, mindful of their impact on the environment, culture, and the host community, while highlighting our own Philippine identity.

Building the human infrastructure for a culture of tourism. While the warmth of Filipino hospitality has long been recognized, there is a need to improve the skills of those working in the industry to world-class levels. Moreover, host communities and local governments (LGUs) must genuinely support tourism, rather than see tourists simply as a source of easy money, whether through petty crime and prostitution by residents, or through the incessant imposition by LGUs of various fees. The Tourism Act mandates that DOT work with the private sector, and with educational and training institutions, to uplift the standards of tourism, both in terms of facilities and services, and for LGUs to properly plan for tourism, integrate their development plans, and enforce regulations and planning. Also, the private sector should be organized into one representative body, such that it can more effectively assist government in the formulation and implementation

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The researcher expresses gratitude to the Tourism Industry Board Foundation, Inc. (TIBFI) for the research grant, as well the Department of Tourism (DOT) Regional Offices and Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines (ATOP) for the support and endorsement in the research undertaking. Likewise, the researcher would like to thank her adviser, Professor Hector Aguiling, Ph.D., for sharing his invaluable guidance and motivation in the conduct of research. Lastly, the researcher would like to thank the Lord God Almighty as the True source of Light and Mother Mary who is the Seat of Wisdom.

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R.A. 9593TOURISM ACT OF 2009 • R.A. 9593 was approved by the President on May 12, 2009 and was published in the Official Gazette on July 13,2009. Approved by Congress as SENATE BILL 2213/HOUSE BILL 5229, entitled: • “AN ACT DECLARING A NATIONAL POLICY FOR TOURISM AS AN ENGINE OF INVESTMENT, EMPLOYMENT, GROWTH AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND STRENGTHENING THE DOT, ITS ATTACHED AGENCIES, TO EFFECTIVELY IMPLEMENT THAT POLICY…” • The IRR was signed on November 10, 2009 and published on November 12, 2009

R.A. 9593TOURISM ACT OF 2009 • DECLARED POLICY: Tourism is an indispensable element of the national economy and an industry of national interest and importance; harnessed as an engine of socio-economic growth/cultural affirmation, to generate investment, foreign exchange, employment and to mold national pride

DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM • Primary planning, programming, coordinating and implementing/regulatory agency in the development and promotion of the tourism industry

DOT STRUCTURE Department Proper – Secretary, Undersecretaries (3) and Assistant Secretaries Office of Product Development Office of Tourism Development, Planning, Research and Information Management Office of Industry Manpower Development Office of Tourism Standards and Regulations Office of Tourism Coordination Office of Tourism Revenue Resource Generation (new)

DOT STRUCTURE H. Regional Offices I. Foreign Offices Office of Special Concerns Financial and Management Service Administrative Affairs Service Legal Affairs Services Internal Audit Service Legislative Liaison Unit

ATTACHED AGENCIES PTA is reorganized into TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENTERPRISE ZONE AUTHORITY (TIEZA) while the PCVC is now the TOURISM PROMOTIONS BOARD • Duty Free Philippines Corporation • Intramuros Administration • National Parks Development Committee • Philippine Retirement Authority • Philippine Commission on Sports Scuba Diving

TOURISM PROMOTIONS BOARD • TOURISM PROMOTIONS BOARD – To formulate and implement an integrated domestic and international promotions and marketing program, market the Philippines as a major convention destination, ensure regular advertisement abroad

COMPOSITION OF THE T.P.B. • BOARD OF DIRECTORS: • DOT Secretary – Chairperson • TPB COO, Vice chair • TIEZA COO • DFA Secretary • DTI Secretary • DOTC Secretary

COMPOSITION OF THE T.P.B. • Five representative directors appointed by the President, upon recommendation of the Tourism Congress from the following sectors: • Accommodation • Travel services • Land/air/sea transport services • Conventions and exhibitions services • Others

FUNDS FOR THE T.P.B. Earnings from promotions trust fund National government appropriation (annual) not less than P500 M for at least five (5) years 70% of the 50% income of the DFPC At least 25% of the 50% share of the NG in PAGCOR remittance At least 25% of the NG share in the remittances from airports/seaports Special contingency fund- 10% of the allocation for promotions shall be set aside for emergencies

FUNDS FOR THE T.P.B. • Promotions and marketing shall have not less than 50% of the Fund and not more than 10% shall be used for administrative and operating expenses. The unallocated portion shall be used for: • TEZ development • DOT programs for development planning, heritage preservation, infrastructure development, manpower training

TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENTERPRIZE ZONE AUTHORITY • TIEZA - a corporate body, to regulate and supervise TEZs as well as develop, manage and supervise tourism infrastructure projects in the country. • BOARD OF DIRECTORS • DOT Secretary - Chair • TIEZA COO, - Vice Chair • TPBA COO • DPWH Secretary • DENR Secretary • DILG Secretary

TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENTERPRIZE ZONE AUTHORITY • Five representatives to be appointed by the President upon recommendation of the Tourism Congress from the following groups: • Tourism estate development and management services • Accommodation enterprises • Air, sea and land transportation services • Travel and tour enterprises • Others

FUNDING FOR TIEZA • Authorized capital =P250,000,000 fully subscribed by the government • Funding: • 50% of the proceeds of travel taxes • Reasonable share from the collections of the Office of Resource Generation • Income from TIEZA projects • Subsidies or grants • At least 5% from the travel tax collection in the TIEZA share shall be earmarked for historic, cultural, religious and heritage sites and prime tourist destination

INCENTIVES TIEZA shall have sole and exclusive jurisdiction to grant incentives to TEZ locators • FISCAL INCENTIVES • Income tax holiday for 6 years • Gross Income Taxation of 5% • Capital Investment and equipment, 100% of all taxes and customs duties • Importation of transportation and spare parts for new and expanding registered enterprises • Importation of goods actually consumed • Tax deduction not more than 50% of the cost of environmental protection or cultural heritage preservation activities

INCENTIVES • NON-FISCAL INCENTIVES • Employment of foreign nationals • special Investor’s Resident Visa • Foreign currency transactions • No requisition of investment • Long term lease

DUTY FREE PHILS. CORP. • A corporate body to operate duty free merchandising in the Philippines and shall have all the general powers of a corporation. • BOARD OF DIRECTORS • DOT Secretary – Chair • COO of the DFPC, Vice-Chair • DOF Secretary • DTI Secretary • 3 representative directors to be appointed by the President upon recommendation of the Tourism Congress • Authorized Capital is P500 Million • Exempt from duties and taxes including excise taxes and VAT, local taxes and fees imposed by LGUs, corporate income tax

AREAS WITH OVERLAPPING JURISDICTION • All existing tourism areas under general or special laws shall be organized into Tourism Enterprise Zones (TEZ), control may be delegated to LGU/any other agency under DOT supervision

OTHER FEATURES • Increase tourist access. Development of intermodal international and domestic, land, sea and air access system • The DOT Secretary shall be: • Ex Officio Vice Chair person of the CAB • Ex Officio Vice Chairperson of all boards of international airports • May appoint a representative to the board of seaport authorities • Secretary shall be a member of the CAAP

TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM • DOT shall coordinate with the DPWH and DOTC in the establishment of a tourism infrastructure program which will enjoy priority funding • DOT, DILG and LGU’s shall integrate, coordinate local and national tourism plans and choose priority areas for assistance and promotion • DOT, TPB, TIEZA to prioritize promotion and assistance to LGU’s adopting tourism development plans • LGU’s shall prepare local tourism development plans, land use, infrastructure development & national standards for tourism enterprises

MANDATORY ACCREDITATION • DOT shall prescribe and regulate standards for the operation of tourism business. Primary tourism enterprises shall be required to periodically obtain accreditation • Accreditation for Secondary tourism Enterprises shall be voluntary

LOCAL TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PLANS/TOURISM OFFICERS • LGU’s shall prepare local tourism development plans, land use, infrastructure development and standards for tourism enterprises • Every province, city or municipality which has a significant tourism industry shall have a permanent position for a tourism officer and must also establish a tourist information and assistance center

OTHER FEATURES • TOURISM COORDINATING COUNCIL – to prepare a five year strategic plan to develop and enhance the culture of tourism, approve an annual infrastructure development plan to promote access to airports and seaports, TEZs and destinations. This is an inter-agency council consisting of DOT family, DPWH, DOTC, DFA, DENR, DILG, DOLE, DEPED, PNP, BI, NHI, NCCC, PAGCOR, LGU Leagues, representative from the Tourism Congress, Accredited NGO or P.O. engaged in eco-tourism and recognized I.P. • Regional Tourism Councils shall classify/evaluate tourism destinations/sites/activities, as guide for development/ implementation of programs

OTHER FEATURES PNP to create a Tourism Security Force within areas of high tourism traffic • MICRO FINANCE FACILITIES – government owned and controlled banks and GFI’s shall provide micro finance schemes for tourism SME’s • JOINT CONGRESSIONAL OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE – for a period of ten years • The Secretary is required to submit monthly reports on statistics and a quarterly report on the implementation of the act

Relevant Functions of Regional Offices under the Tourism Act of 2009 “Sec 6, Powers and Functions – x x x Monitor conditions of any community in the Philippines and, in consultation with the LGU’s and law enforcers, issue timely advisories on the safety or viability of travel to particular places within the Philippines and on patronage of entities engaged in tourism-related activities and of tourism products; (l) Formulate and promulgate, in consultation with the LGU’s, the private sector industries and other tourism stakeholders, rules and regulations governing the operation and activities of all tourism enterprises including but not limited to, a national standard for

Relevant Functions of Regional Offices under the Tourism Act of 2009 “Sec 6, Powers and Functions – x x x licensing, accreditation and classification of tourism enterprises, prescribing therein minimum levels of operating quality and efficiency for their operation in accordance with recognized international standards, impose reasonable penalties for violation of accreditation policies and recommend to the LGU’s concerned the suspension or prohibition of operation of a tourism enterprise; (m) Monitor the LGU’s compliance to national standards in the licensing of tourism enterprises, receive and investigate complaints concerning these enterprises, and act on such complaints to properly implement the provisions of this Act;

Relevant Functions of Regional Offices under the Tourism Act of 2009 “Sec 6, Powers and Functions – x x x (n) Ensure proper coordination, integration, prioritization and implementation of local tourism development plans with that of the national government; (o)Provide technical assistance to LGU’s in destination development, standard setting and regulatory enforcement; (q)Delegate to regional offices, in coordination with LGU’s specific powers and functions in the implementation of tourism policies, plans and projects;

Relevant Functions of Regional Offices under the Tourism Act of 2009 “Sec 6, Powers and Functions – x x x (r)Collect necessary fees and charges for the proper implementation of tourism policies, plans and projects; (s)Other powers

Relevant Functions of Regional Offices under the Tourism Act of 2009 “Sec 17, Powers and Functions – x x x (1.) Implement laws, policies, plans, programs, rules & regulations (2.) Coordinate with other line agencies (3.) Research & data gathering on local tourism trends (4.) Establish tourist information assistance centers with LGU’s (5.) Trainings, information campaign and assist TPB in domestic promotions (6.) Recommend to Secretary

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International tourism arrivals fall by -4% in 2009

INTERNATIONAL. International tourist arrivals for business, leisure and other purposes fell worldwide by an estimated -4% in 2009 (compared to 2008), with the figure hitting 880 million, according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer.

Growth returned to international tourism in the last quarter of 2009, contributing to better than expected full-year results. Prospects have also improved for 2010, said UNWTO, with arrivals now forecast to grow between +3% and +4% in the year.

The -4% decline in 2009 represents a slight improvement on earlier estimates, as a result of the +2% upswing in the last quarter. In contrast, international tourist arrivals shrank by -10%, -7% and -2% in the first three quarters respectively. Asia and the Pacific and the Middle East led the recovery with growth already turning positive in both regions in the second half of 2009.

“The global economic crisis aggravated by the uncertainty around the A(H1N1) pandemic turned 2009 into one of the toughest years for the tourism sector”, said UNWTO Secretary-General Taleb Rifai. “However, the results of recent months suggest that recovery is under way, and even somewhat earlier and at a stronger pace than initially expected”, he added.

Tourism earnings generally follow the trend in arrivals, though they suffer more in difficult times, noted UNWTO. Based on the trends through the first three quarters, receipts for 2009 are estimated to have decreased by around -6%.

UNWTO said: “While this is unquestionably a disappointing result for an industry accustomed to continuous growth, it can also be interpreted as a sign of comparative resilience given the extremely difficult economic environment. This becomes even more evident when compared with the estimated -12% slump in overall exports as a consequence of the global crisis.”

The organisation added: “Similarly to previous crises, consumers tended to travel closer to home during 2009. Several destinations have seen domestic tourism endure the crisis better and even grow significantly, often with the support of specific government measures aimed at leveraging this trend. This was the case in China, Brazil and Spain, where the domestic market, representing a large share of the total demand, contributed to partially offsetting the decline in international tourism.”

Regional panorama

Except for Africa, which bucked the global trend, all world regions showed negative results in 2009.

Europe ended 2009 down -6% after a tough first half (-10%). Destinations in Central, Eastern and Northern Europe were particularly badly hit, while results in Western, Southern and Mediterranean Europe were relatively better.

Asia and the Pacific (-2%) showed an extraordinary rebound, said UNWTO. While arrivals declined by -7% between January and June, the second half of 2009 saw +3% growth reflecting improved regional economic results and prospects.

In the Americas (-5%), the Caribbean returned to growth in the last four months of 2009. The performance was more sluggish in the other sub-regions, with the A(H1N1) influenza outbreak exacerbating the impact of the economic crisis.

The Middle East (-6%), though still far from the growth levels of previous years, had a positive second half in 2009.

Africa (+5%) was a robust performer, with sub-Saharan destinations doing particularly well.

2010 – Improved prospects in a “˜year of transformation’

Against the backdrop of both the upturn in international tourism figures and overall economic indicators in recent months, UNWTO said it forecasts a growth in international tourist arrivals of between +3% and +4% in 2010.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently stated that the global recovery is occurring “significantly” faster than expected, as compared with its October assessment which already counted on a clear return of economic growth in 2010 (+3.1% worldwide, with stronger performance for emerging economies at +5.1%, alongside a more sluggish one for advanced economies at +1.3%).

By region, Asia is expected to continue showing the strongest rebound, while Europe and the Americas are likely to recover at a more moderate pace. Growth is expected to return to the Middle East while Africa will continue its positive trend benefiting from the extra boost provided by the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

These improved prospects are confirmed by the encouraging steep rise in the UNWTO Panel of Experts’ Confidence Index for 2010, despite persistent uncertainties regarding the global economy and the operating environment for tourism. The experts who judge prospects for the current year as “˜better or “˜much better than would reasonably be expected’ (61%) strongly outnumber those rating it as “˜the same as’ (32%), or “˜worse’ (7%). The average score for 2010 (131), is well above the neutral 100 and close to the level of the boom years 2004-2007.

As a result, 2010 promises to be a “year of transformation”, said UNWTO. It will provides several “˜upside opportunities’ – which it noted as follows:

*Business and consumer confidence has picked up; *Interest rates and inflation remain at historically low levels and are expected to rise only moderately in the short term; *A slump is generally followed by a rebound due to pent-up demand and destinations are expected to actively leverage this opportunity; *There is scope for a revival among source markets which were hard hit in 2009 such as the Russian Federation or the UK; *Major international events will take place in South Africa (FIFA World Cup), Canada (Winter Olympics) and China (Shanghai Expo), creating potential extra travel demand; *A “spirit of cooperation and partnership” bred by the crisis is expected to be maintained by stakeholders; *The flexibility shown by the tourism sector in dealing with rapid shifts in demand and volatile market conditions has made it stronger; *Crises provide an opportunity to address underlying structural weaknesses and implement strategies fostering sustainable development and the transformation to the Green Economy.

UNWTO noted some ‘downside risks’ as follows:

*Unemployment: the jobs crisis is not over yet, particularly in major advanced economies and many valuable human resources are still at risk; *Economic growth in major source markets, especially in Europe and the US, is still fragile; *Stimulus measures are likely to be phased out due to increasing public deficits while a number of advanced economies may see increases in taxation, putting extra pressure on household and company budgets; *Oil prices remain volatile; *Although the overall impact of the influenza A(H1N1) virus was milder until now than anticipated, experience from previous pandemics shows that the situation could once again become challenging; *Security threats and the potential of increased related hassle and costs for travellers are still a challenge; *Revenues and yields are expected to recover at a slower pace than travel volumes.

Although prospects have improved, 2010 will still be a demanding year, concluded UNWTO. Secretary General Rifai said: “Many countries were quick in reacting to the crisis and actively implemented measures to mitigate its impact and stimulate recovery. Although we expect growth to return in 2010, a premature withdrawal of these stimulus measures and the temptation to impose extra taxes may jeopardise the pace of rebound in tourism.

“As highlighted in the UNWTO Roadmap for Recovery, the sector can make a vital contribution to economic recovery, particularly as a primary vehicle for job creation and the transformation to the Green Economy. But to do so we need serious global policies that are supportive of tourism.”

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The Tourism Promotion Act of 2009: Doing What Government Does Not Do Best

Jena Baker McNeill

Jena Baker McNeill is a homeland security policy analyst.

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The Senate is set to reconsider a cloture vote on the Tourism Promotion Act of 2009. This legislation would create another government entity--this time a corporation, funded on the backs of foreign tourists--to be used to promote travel to the U.S.

While promoting tourism is absolutely vital to America's economic well-being, this is just the kind of activity that the government should stay out of. Taxing tourists so that the U.S. can encourage tourism simply makes no sense and sends the wrong message to America's allies. Instead of promoting tourism through the Tourism Promotion Act, the government should stick to its current tourism-related responsibilities: making travel to the U.S. easier by expanding the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), improving visa services, and upgrading infrastructure at key ports of entry.

Tourism Positive for the U.S.

In 2008, foreign travelers spent $100 billion in the United States. In fact, foreign tourists often spend three times more than domestic travelers on items like souvenirs, restaurants, and hotels, providing an extraordinary investment in the U.S. economy.

Aside from the economic benefits, tourism also helps promote America's image abroad. When foreign travelers come to America, interact with Americans, and gain an understanding of what makes America great, they then share these positive experiences with members of their own societies, helping to improve America's image around the world.

The Tourism Promotion Act

As Ambassador John Bruton, head of the European Commission Delegation, phrased it, the Tourism Promotion Act "sounds very reasonable. But there's a catch. While seeking to attract international visitors, the same legislation would also foot them with the bill for paying for this program." The bill would place a $10 per person tax on visitors coming to the United States under the VWP. While $10 may not seem like a lot of money, it could be used to purchase a night at a casual restaurant, baseball tickets, or a cab ride. And for families traveling together, the cost would only be compounded. By taxing a family of six $60, the VWP would, in essence, penalize larger families who decide to bring their children to visit the U.S.

Furthermore, since this bill was introduced, there have been proposals that would increase the tax to $20 per person. While not necessarily a part of the final bill, such a proposal demonstrates that there is an appetite in Congress for increasing the amount of the tax. Over the long term, increased fees could kill the VWP by making it economically unfeasible for foreign travelers to use the program.

Encouraging tourists to come to the United States is an admirable goal. But it is simply illogical to do so by taxing foreign visitors. Furthermore, this bill is a bad approach for the following additional reasons:

  • It is the wrong kind of business for government. While the bill is touted as a public-private partnership, in reality it is more government and not enough private sector. The bill promotes the kind of excessive government that leads to bureaucracy and inefficiencies--two results that could kill any of the benefits associated with such a corporation. Furthermore, advocates insist that the private sector will have to help foot the bill for the corporation. But in reality, these "assessments," as they are called, have no teeth--the government has little power to force the private sector to pay the assessments--meaning the corporation will require more government dollars or more taxes on visitors to survive in the future.
  • It sends the wrong message. The new Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) was created as a security device. Therefore, tacking on fees for all sorts of things sends a message to America's allies that this nation does not take its VWP relationships seriously. While the amount is only $10 now, one can easily envision a scenario where this amount increases until it is no longer efficient to travel through the VWP--essentially killing the program.
  • It does not make sense. Taxing visitors as a means of encouraging visitors to come to the U.S. is simply illogical. Promoting tourism should mean that Washington takes away every impediment to travel while still keeping Americans safe, not increasing the penalties and burdens of travel.

Promoting America

The government can best promote America by making its travel processes easier, more streamlined, and safer. This makes travel more enjoyable, which, in turn, makes tourists more likely to visit the U.S. Consequently, the government should do the following:

  • Leave tourism to the private sector. Tourism promotion and advertising are private-sector functions. With decades of experience in the business, private-sector companies know the best methods for promoting tourism.
  • Expand the VWP. The VWP is an excellent way to sustain the tourism industry, make Americans safer, and improve the U.S.'s image abroad. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Congress should work together to ensure that the membership process continues. Several steps can ensure this happens. First, Congress should transfer permanent waiver authority to the DHS and decouple VWP from the biometric air-exit mandate, which required DHS by the end of June to biometrically track the exit of foreign passengers leaving the United States by air. DHS waiver authority has been suspended and should be revived. Second, DHS must ensure that the biennial reviews of VWP member countries are a meaningful exercise and that VWP member countries, just like new members, enter into bilateral agreements to implement post-9/11 VWP security requirements. Third, Congress should ensure that ESTA is user-friendly through multiple-language availability and reliance on quality databases.
  • Target border infrastructure investments at ports of entry (POEs). Congress and DHS should address infrastructure deficiencies at POEs. These POEs are dilapidated and inefficient. Wait times continue to dissuade people from coming to the United States. Investments in this infrastructure will support tourism by making travel between the U.S. and other nations more efficient.
  • Improve visa services. Congress should move forward on visa reform so that employers can legitimately get the workers they need to grow the economy. These same employees are likely to be tourists while in the United States, using their time abroad to see America and taking a positive image back to their home countries.

Leave It to the Experts

The United States can and should take its tourism industry seriously. It should be a better facilitator of travel and work with America's allies to expand opportunities for those who desire to visit the U.S. But marketing and promotion is not what the government does best. Washington should leave the P.R. blitz to those who do it the best: the private sector.

Jena Baker McNeill is Policy Analyst for Homeland Security in the Douglas and Sarah Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, a division of the Kathryn and Shelby Cullom Davis Institute for International Studies, at The Heritage Foundation.

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Section 2. Declaration of Policy. – It is hereby declared to be the policy of the State to promote peace and order, ensure public safety and further strengthen local government capability aimed towards the effective delivery of the basic services to the citizenry through the establishment of a highly efficient and competent police force that is national in scope and civilian in character. Towards this end, the State shall bolster a system of coordination and cooperation among the citizenry, local executives and the integrated law enforcement and public safety agencies created under this Act. The police force shall be organized, trained and equipped primarily for the performance of police functions. Its national scope and civilian character shall be paramount. No element of the police force shall be military nor shall any position thereof be occupied by active members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Section 3. Promulgation of Comprehensive Policies by Congress. – Subject to the limitations provided in the Constitution, the President shall recommend to Congress the promulgation of policies on public order and safety to protect the citizenry from all forms of lawlessness, criminality and other threats to peace and order. CHAPTER I THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT Section 4. The Department of the Interior and Local Government. – To carry out the policies and purposes of this Act, the Department of Local Government is hereby reorganized into the Department of the Interior and Local Government, hereinafter referred to as the Department, in accordance with the provisions of this Act. Section 5. Powers and Functions of the Department. – In furtherance of the objectives of this Act, the Department shall continue to exercise the powers and functions of the Department of Local Government in addition to the powers and functions as herein provided.

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Resorts in Newport Beach ask city to dissolve district gathering money to promote tourism

N ine resort hotels in Newport Beach’s Tourism Business Improvement District are asking the City Council to dissolve it so they can transfer their marketing activities, paid for by room rate assessments, to a privately run group that will continue those efforts without the added local government involvement.

The tourism district was created in 2009 to help fund marketing of Newport Beach as a destination after the beach town’s major resorts began feeling the effects of the Great Recession. To pay for the marketing campaigns, the resort operators agreed to have an extra 2% tacked onto the cost of a night’s stay, with the city collecting the assessment. The bulk of the proceeds were turned over to Visit Newport Beach, a tourism marketing group that then spent the money for the resorts’ desired purposes. The city kept a small amount to pay for associated administration costs.

The agreement forming the tourism district expired in January, and the nine resorts have decided to become a Marketing Assessment Partnership, which would still work through Visit Newport Beach , but without city involvement.

On Tuesday, Feb. 13, the City Council is scheduled to review their request to dissolve the district.

“They needed to figure out a way to come out of the recession stronger,” Gary Sherwin, president and CEO of Visit Newport Beach, said of the resorts first agreeing to the tourism district and the assessment on the room rates. “At the end of five years, it worked out so well that they decided to assess themselves at 3% for 10 years. That date was up on Jan. 31.”

The resorts involved are Balboa Bay Resort, the Hyatt John Wayne Airport Newport Beach, the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach, the Newport Beach Marriott Bayview, VEA Newport Beach: A Marriott Resort and Spa, the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort and Marina, the Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel and the Lido House.

With the expiration of the assessment coming up, Sherwin said the resorts recognized the self-assessment had proven successful and considered how to move forward with what they termed a “proven concept.”

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Instead of going through the city, they decided they could cut out some of the “government compliance and bureaucratic baggage”  by becoming a Meetings Assessment Partnership, and in December formed a nonprofit mutual benefit corporation, as allowed under California law, Sherwin said.

As that group, the resorts – through Visit Newport Beach – will continue to market special events programs and other initiatives to promote tourism. And, instead of 3%, they will now add 5% of the room rate to visitor’s bills to raise the funding, Sherwin said, adding that the money will be pegged exclusively for marketing to the luxury travel and meeting market.

Sherwin said other marketing done by Visit Newport Beach to help the city’s smaller hotel properties and retail industry will come out of the 18% of the Transient Occupancy Tax – a 10% tax the city assesses on a night stay –  that Visit Newport Beach receives from the city.

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