PH Embassy in Washington DC Launches VIP Tour 2020 Featuring Manila, Iloilo, Boracay
Philippine Embassy in Washington Public Diplomacy Officer Darell Ann Artates (standing foremost) leads the launch of the 2020 VIP Tour held at the Philippine Embassy Chancery Annex, Washington D.C. on 16 December 2019. (Washington PE photo)

WASHINGTON D.C. 18 December 2019— The Philippine Embassy in Washington launched the 2020 edition of the VIP Tour, a signature tourism program of the Philippine Embassy and Consulates General in the United States, on 16 December 2019 at the Philippine Chancery Annex Building.

VIP Tour 2020 will feature Manila, Iloilo, and Boracay on 19 to 26 July 2020. It is made possible through the assistance and support of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Department of Tourism, and Rajah Tours International.

“We invite travelers from all over the United States to experience the rich history, diverse culture, and natural beauty of the Philippines through the VIP Tour,” Philippine Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel G. Romuald said in a statement.

“Apart from the opportunity for American tourists to connect with local communities in the Philippines, the VIP Tour offers fun and convenience in a great value-for-money package,” the Ambassador added.  

For as low as USD 1,275 per person (triple occupancy), VIP Tour participants can avail themselves of accommodations with breakfast at five-star hotels (Marriott Manila, Courtyard by Marriott Iloilo, and Movenpick Resort & Spa Boracay), domestic transfers, most meals, tours, services of English-speaking guides, and all taxes and service charges. International airfare is not included in the package rates.

The tour itinerary may be downloaded here.

Interested parties may contact the Philippine Embassy at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone numbers (202) 467 9398 / (202) 467 9435. END

Washington Intergovernmental Professional Group, LLC President Nelson Garcia (left) gives a brief testimonial about his experience in joining the VIP tour (then Ambassador’s Tour in 2018) on 16 December 2019. (Washington PE photo)

For more information, visit https://www.washingtonpe.dfa.gov.ph, www.philippineembassy-usa.org, https://www.facebook.com/PHinUSA or https://www.twitter.com/philippinesusa