Mobilizing support for Philippine cruise tourism and maritime careers

THE Philippine Cruise Tourism and Maritime Careers Convention was held last June 11 and 12, 2024. Timed during the celebration of the country's independence, convenors of the convention led by the WMOC Group of Companies emphasized the advocacy of rekindling nationalism by strengthening cooperation between and among government agencies and industry stakeholders with an interest in promoting and developing cruise shipping and growing maritime talents.

Driven by the desire to draw attention to the country's impressive and breathtaking tourism attractions and the huge Filipino workforce, and prompted by the declaration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of advancing tourism and generating jobs, the convention aimed to unveil and advertise the readiness of the Philippines to be a prominent cruise destination.