Philippine Culture and Tourism Geography (BSHM-1) [9:30-10:30am MWF]

This course presents comprehensive coverage of the major tourist destinations in the Philippines. Major discussions will be on political structures and subdivisions, geographical characteristics, major attractions, gastronomy, culture and traditions of the various regions of the country leading to the realization of the potentials of the Tourism Industry of the Philippines. Students will also have a comprehensive knowledge about the mechanism, logistics, operations and management of the tourism network system in the Philippines with its inherent physical and cultural resources as seen in the various provinces of the country.