2. How important are tourism organizations in the travel and tourism
business? Tour operators contribute to the positive experiences that travelers across the globe endure. They allow people to travel stress-free and for a relatively cheap price. 3. What are the government agencies that are directly involved in the tourism industry Philippines? What are their roles? There are four government agencies that are directly involved in the tourism industry: the Department of Tourism (DOT), the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB; formerly the Philippine Convention and Visitor’s Corporation), the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA; formerly the Philippine Tourism 4. Based on the readings provided, What are the functions of the ICAO?The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) creates regulations for aviation safety, security, efficiency and regularity and environmental protection. The organization also regulates operating practices and procedures covering the technical field of aviation. 5. Why is IATA important in the travel industry? And what are benefits of this organization? IATA facilitates the growth of civil aviation and cuts airline costs by creating a better regulatory and business environment for our member airlines. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is the trade association for the world’s airlines, representing some 290 airlines or 82% of total air traffic. 6. How is the tourism promotion board TPB relevant in the Philippine tourism industry? The Philippine Tourism Promotions Board is an attached agency of the Department of Tourism which is primarily responsible for implementing an integrated domestic and international promotions and marketing program for the Philippines as a tourism destination as well as for tourism investments. 7. What is the difference between DOT and TPB? 8. How do the national tourist organization promote tourism? The National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO) functions as the U.S. federal tourism office. A core responsibility is to collect, analyze, and disseminate international travel and tourism statistics.