DOT, Freediving Ambassador, call for ecotourism and ocean preservation

- vation will be the centerpiece of the Department of Tourism (DOT) and Philippine Freediving Ambassador Guillaume Néry’s drive as it position the country as Asia’s Freediving capital.

“One of the big challenges for the Philippines to become a worldwide top freediving destination is said Néry, a staunch supporter of Campagne des Ecos Gestes and Antinea Foundation specializing in ocean conservation.

Among the highlights of the Philippine freediving expedition of Néry was his stopover at El Nido, Palawan for the Sulubaaï Environmental Foundation Pangatalan Island project, a 4.2-hectare marine protected area.

“It’s not just about consuming the place. It’s also about having an experience, protecting and respecting every

Néry steered the coral reef restoration efforts at Pangatalan Island employing the Sulu-Reef Prosthesis method by fixing unstable coral fragments on reinforced concrete structure placed in strong reef structures.

“We at the department are conscious for the need of sustainable practices and programs as we develop the free-diving segment. Our own masterplan cites the need for the preservation of the environment and promotion of climate change for Tourism Development Benito Bengzon Jr. said.