Requested from DOT by V. Radovan at 11:18 AM on
Dec 24, 2023.
Purpose: Market Research in Preparation to Establishing the Business whcih could help the overall eco-tourism
Date of Coverage: 01/01/2017 - 11/30/2023
Tracking no: #DOT-593408105897
Radovan 11:18 AM, Dec 24, 2023
Hi,
Our Company is currently doing market research in preparation for the establishment of our business which aims to provide sustainable and green accommodation and potentially boost eco-tourism in Siargao.
We would like to request for the monthly data from 2017 to November 2023, specific to Siargao, of the following:
1. Monthly Hotel/Accommodation occupancy rate
2. Tourist arrivals
3. Average night stay of tourists
4. No. of tourists arrived via boat vs air
Office 10:01 AM, Jan 04, 2024
January 4, 2024
Dear Citizen,
I refer to my letter of December 24, 2023 11:18:01 AM about your request under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for Siargao Tourism Database.
Before processing your request, please ensure that your request is fully compliant with Sections 14.4.b, 14.5, and 14.6 of the 2023 DOT FOI Manual by providing the following:
•Reasonable description of the information requested. In particular, it would be helpful to know the exact/specific information that you wish to request and its exact/specific covered period; - kindly indicate the period (ex. 2019-2021) for the number of tourists
•Specific reason for, or purpose of, the request for information. Please note that general averments such as “for research”, “for information”, “for legal purposes” or other similarly worded purposes shall NOT be considered to have met the requirements of specificity; - kindly specify how the data will be used by providing the NAME/TITLE of research/ thesis/ study you are conducting with a brief background.
•Identification and Proof of Authority. For example, for an employee or member, a copy of the company or organization I.D.; for students, a copy of the school I.D. or written endorsement signed by the supervising teacher, professor, or instructor.
To protect your privacy, kindly send it via email at foi_ro@tourism.gov.ph.
The 2023 DOT FOI Manual is accessible at http://tourism.gov.ph/transparency_seal.aspx
You may use the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC01OTM0MDgxMDU4OTcM, for request with ticket number #DOT-593408105897, to respond.
During the period of us awaiting your reply, your request will be put on hold. If we do not receive a reply on or before March 28, 2024 01:58:55 AM, your request will be closed.
We hope to hear from you at the soonest possible time.
Thank you.
Respectfully yours,
Ms. Maricel C. Malalad
DOT FOI Receiving Officer
Radovan 11:13 AM, Jan 04, 2024
Hi, I have sent the request proof of identification. The data is intended to be used for research and development purposes prior to the construction of the project.
Radovan 11:14 AM, Jan 04, 2024
We are looking for the monthly data of the mentioned list from January 2017 to December 2023, if possible.
Office 04:32 PM, Jan 08, 2024
January 8, 2024
Dear Citizen,
Thank you for your response dated 04 January 2024, with regard to my letter regarding clarifying your request on Siargao Tourism Database, dated January 04, 2024 10:01 AM.
We would still need to request you to further clarify your request. As previously requested, kindly provide the proper identification. In your case, a company I.D.. To protect your privacy, kindly send it via email at foi_ro@tourism.gov.ph.
You may use the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC01OTM0MDgxMDU4OTcM, for request with ticket number #DOT-593408105897, to respond.
You would still have until April 01, 2024 08:26:40 AM to provide the information.
We hope to hear from you at the soonest possible time.
Thank you.
Respectfully yours,
Ms. Maricel C. Malalad
DOT FOI Receiving Officer
Radovan 05:45 PM, Jan 08, 2024
Hi,
In my previous email, I have a attached a copy of my PRC ID which is a proof of my identification and a copy of the DTI registration of the business under my name as a proof of the legality of my business. Unfortunately, since my business is a startup I don't have a Company ID. I don't how I can supplement the requirements given the scope of my business.
Office 11:49 AM, Jan 16, 2024
January 16, 2024
Dear Citizen,
Thank you for your request dated December 24, 2023 under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch, for Siargao Tourism Database.
We received your request on December 24, 2023 and will respond on or before January 18, 2024 11:18:01 AM, in accordance with the Executive Order's implementing rules and regulations.
Likewise, please be informed that the standard processing period is fifteen (15) working days but it can be extended for another twenty (20) working days for complex requests.
Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact me using the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC01OTM0MDgxMDU4OTcM, for request with ticket number #DOT-593408105897.
Thank you.
Respectfully yours,
Maricel C. Malalad
DOT FOI Receiving Officer
Service 09:15 PM, Jan 21, 2024
21 January 2024
Dear Citizen,
We refer to your letter dated 24 December 2023 11:18:01 AM about your request for various tourism data in Siargao from 2017 to 2023, made under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
We have now continued processing your request. Kindly give us until 19 January 2024 11:18:01 AM to respond regarding our findings.
Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact us using the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC01OTM0MDgxMDU4OTcM, for request with ticket number #DOT-593408105897.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
DOT FOI Decision Maker
Service 09:17 PM, Jan 21, 2024
21 January 2024
Dear Citizen,
We refer to your letter dated 24 December 2023 11:18:01 AM about your request for various tourism data in Siargao from 2017 to 2023, made under Executive Order No. 2 (s. 2016) on Freedom of Information in the Executive Branch.
Our response to your request is due on 19 January 2024 11:18:01 AM. Unfortunately, it is taking longer than expected to deal with your request.
We apologize for this delay. We have applied for an extension so we can work further on your request. We hope to be able to send you a response on or before 19 February 2024 11:18:01 AM.
Should you have any questions regarding your request, kindly contact us using the reply function on the eFOI portal at https://www.foi.gov.ph/requests/aglzfmVmb2ktcGhyHQsSB0NvbnRlbnQiEERPVC01OTM0MDgxMDU4OTcM, for request with ticket number #DOT-593408105897.
Thank you.
Respectfully,
Atty. Jennifer A. Olba
DOT FOI Decision Maker
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