DECLARING THE THIRD MONDAY OF JUNE OF EVERY YEAR AS THE NATIONAL TOUR GUIDES’ DAY

WHEREAS, tourism is an indispensable element of the national
economy and an industry of national interest and importance, which must
be harnessed as an engine of socio-economic growth and cultural
affirmation;

WHEREAS, Republic Act No. 9593 or the “Tourism Act of 2009,”
promotes a tourism industry that is ecologically sustainable,
responsible and participative;

WHEREAS, tour guides play a very significant role in tourism, as
they promote, market and advocate the Philippines as a tourism
destination, creating a favorable image of the country and contributing
to an enriching Philippine experience for local and foreign visitors;

WHEREAS, the National Tour Guides Day will give recognition to
the sector’s contribution in the development, promotion and
sustainability of tourism in the Philippines; and

WHEREAS, the National Tour Guides’ Day provides an opportunity
for professional tour guides to convene and conduct activities that will
promote and advance their profession, and that will also draw the
attention of authorities, the public and the media to the quality and
the value of their work.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BENIGNO S. AQUINO III, President of the
Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby
declare the third Monday of June of every year as the   NATIONAL TOUR
GUIDES’ DAY.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF,   I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Republic of the Philippines to be affixed.

DONE,   in the City of Manila, this 7th day of May, in the year of our Lord, Two Thousand and Thirteen.

 

(SGD.) BENIGNO S. AQUINO III
President of the Philippines

By authority of the President:

(SGD.) PAQUITO N. OCHOA, JR.
Executive Secretary