16/12/2025
Miss Tourism Philippines Organization Press Conference and Get-Together with Selected Members of the Pageant Media in Quezon City, Philippines
The Miss Tourism Philippines Organization successfully held its Press Conference and Get-Together last December 15, 2025, at Legrand Tower 3, Function Room 1, Eastwood City, Libis, Quezon City, Philippines, attended by selected members of the pageant media representatives, and special guests.
The event was led by Madame Amelia Sunio-Abarquez, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Miss Tourism Philippines Organization, together with her husband, Mr. Antonio Abarquez, Finance Officer. Also present at the gathering were Miss Tourism Queen Worldwide 2025 - Princess Wendy Muldong, Miss Tourism Ambassador 2025 - Manelle Lianne Cayne S. Dela Cruz, and Miss Tourism Philippines 2025 Fourth Runner-Up Alicia Fabian.
The press conference aimed to provide key organizational updates, strengthen relationships with pageant media and stakeholders, and express gratitude for the continued support of the Miss Tourism Philippines Organization.
During the event, Madame Amelia Sunio-Abarquez announced that the Miss Tourism Philippines pageant will be scheduled earlier for its upcoming edition. The screening process will begin in the third week of June 2026, consisting of first screening, second screening, final screening, and callback. This adjusted timeline is designed to allow more comprehensive preparation and to coincide with the school vacation period, enabling greater participation from students nationwide.
The organization also shared its vision to further expand the reach of Miss Tourism Philippines in the coming year. Plans are underway to introduce regional franchises across various parts of the Philippines, reinforcing the pageantโs mission to promote the countryโs tourism assets. With over 7,641 islands, the Philippines offers a rich diversity of destinations, cultures, and natural attractions that the organization continues to showcase on national and international platforms.
Miss Tourism Philippines 2025 marks the 13th year of the national pageant. The organization is widely recognized as a pioneer in introducing the Tourism Video segment in Philippine pageantry. This component allows candidates to creatively promote their respective provinces by highlighting local culture, heritage, eco-tourism sites, festivals, and natural landscapes - strengthening tourism awareness while fostering national pride.
Through its ongoing advocacy, the Miss Tourism Philippines Organization remains committed to celebrating not only beauty and intelligence, but also cultural preservation, sustainable tourism, and global representation of the Philippines.
Written & photos by: JR Noses
