Declaring the Period From August to 13 to September 12, 1952 as Philippine Tourist Month

Case Overview and Summary

Proclamation No. 333

Declaring the Period from August 13 to September 12, 1952 as Philippine Tourist Month

- To encourage and promote tourist travel to and within the Philippines for a more progressive and prosperous country. (Preamble)
- To fully inform the public of the benefits of a tourist promotion and development program, and disseminate information about places of interest, scenic spots, distinctive Philippine attractions, accommodations, and facilities for tourists and travelers. (Preamble)
- To ensure public support for the tourist development program entrusted to the Philippine Tourist and Travel Association, Inc. under Republic Act No. 710. (Preamble)

Provisions:

- Declares the period from August 13 to September 12, 1952, as Philippine Tourist Promotion Month. (Section 1)
- Calls upon all government offices, instrumentalities, private entities, and individuals to:
    - Participate in the proper observance of the period. (Section 1)
    - Give fullest publicity to the tourist promotion activities organized in connection with the period. (Section 1)
    - Support the Philippine Tourist and Travel Association, Inc. in carrying out the government's program of developing Philippine tourism and travel. (Section 1)
- Specifically calls on schools, civic organizations, and service clubs to:
    - Devote one day of the period to a program of education for promoting knowledge and love of the country as a basis for encouraging greater travel and intercourse among Filipinos and foreigners, to increase tourism within the Philippines. (Section 1)
- Calls on the public to:
    - Assist in the development of tourist attractions and facilities. (Section 1)
    - Keep tourist spots beautiful, clean, and healthful for common enjoyment. (Section 1)