No, because the duty of the DOT under the Republic Act (RA)9593, otherwise known as the

Tourism Act of 2009, is to establish a system of accreditation requirements which are

compulsory for primary tourism enterprises such as such as hotels, resorts, inns, travel agencies
and other tourism establishments are required to secure accreditation from the DOT for
issuance of license or permit to operate. The DOT Circular Memorandum No. 2012-02
Accreditation applies to the Department's certification of a tourism enterprise that formally
acknowledges that it has met with the minimum requirements for the operation of tourism
facilities and services. Acquiring Accreditation from DOT will make a big impact to Mr. Gab
Yerno tourism establishment

Yes, it would be a big advantage for Mr. Gab Yerno due to the fact that The public can
be confident that Mr. Gab Yerno resort is accredited services are thoroughly reviewed and
comply with the profession's standards. Under Republic Act (RA) 9593, otherwise known as the
Tourism Act of 2009, the DOT is tasked to develop a system of standards for the accreditation,
which are mandatory for primary tourism enterprises and voluntary accreditation for secondary
tourism enterprises.”