Provincial Government of Siquijor

Name

Provincial Government of Siquijor

Legal name

Provincial Government of Siquijor

Website

https://siquijorprovince.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Sector Tourism Services

NAICS

Convention and Visitors Bureaus (561591), Tour Operators (56152), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (487210)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Permitting, Reservations & Visitor Information Services (Passes, Booking, Visitor Centers) (THAAAGAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Culture, Heritage & Arts Itinerary Planning (THAKAOAK), Geotourism & Geology/Volcano/National Monument Tours (THAAAEAG), Government & Public Sector Travel Management (THAKACAE)

Keywords

• Provincial tourism services
• Tourism information portal
• Destination marketing
• Tourism accreditation
• Public sector services

Headquarters

HQ city

Siquijor

HQ country

Philippines

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Tourism Services and Accreditation: The Provincial Government of Siquijor generates revenue through tourism by issuing Certificates of Authority to Operate for accommodations, recognizing inbound tour operators and DOT-accredited transport services, and promoting tourism-related businesses across the island.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Provincial Government of Siquijor operates an official tourism information portal (siquijorprovince.com) that aggregates four curated tour itineraries (Coastal, Mountain/Hidden Gems, Marine Biodiversity, Healing and Wellness), directories of DOT-accredited accommodations, PTO-recognized restaurants, DOT-accredited transport services, and inbound tour operators. It also issues Certificates of Authority to Operate for accommodations and coordinates with the national Department of Tourism for accreditation standards and travel permit processing through the S-PASS system.

Product overview

The Provincial Government of Siquijor operates an official tourism information portal (siquijorprovince.com) that serves as a comprehensive digital platform for tourism services. The website functions as a unified tourism gateway offering multiple interconnected services: four distinct tour itineraries (Coastal Tour, Mountain/Hidden Gems Tour, Marine Biodiversity Tour, and Healing and Wellness Tour), directories of DOT-accredited accommodations and PTO-recognized restaurants, transportation services, and inbound tour operators. The platform also provides practical travel information including entry requirements, transportation gateways, and local travel guides.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Tourism Information Portal Official tourism website providing comprehensive information about Siquijor Province including attractions, accommodations, restaurants, transportation, tour itineraries, and travel requirements. Targeted at tourists, travelers, returning residents, and APORs planning visits to Siquijor.
• Coastal Tour A scenic tour along the island's 75-kilometer circumferential road featuring beaches, historical landmarks, cultural sites, and coastal attractions including St. Francis of Assissi Church, Paliton Beach, and Cambugahay Falls. Targeted at leisure tourists seeking coastal sightseeing.
• Mountain Tour (Hidden Gems) Nature-focused tour featuring caves, peaks, forests, and inland attractions including Cantabon Cave (800 meters long), Mt. Bandilaan National Park (212 hectares Forest Reserve), butterfly garden, waterfalls, and scenic viewpoints. Targeted at nature-based and adventure tourists.
• Marine Biodiversity Tour Marine-focused tour showcasing underwater attractions including Caticugan Marine Protected Area, Tulapos Marine Sanctuary, Olang Marine Sanctuary, Tubod Marine Sanctuary, and the Seashell Museum. Targeted at diving, snorkeling, and marine biodiversity enthusiasts.
• Healing and Wellness Tour Traditional healing experience featuring San Roque Church, Bolo-bolo healing ritual, Balay Pahauli, Mt. Bandilaan Nature Park, river trekking, and traditional massage (hilot). Targeted at wellness tourists and visitors seeking endemic healing traditions.
• Accommodations Directory Directory of DOT-accredited and PTO-recognized accommodation establishments including resorts, Mabuhay accommodations, homestays, and farm stays across Siquijor's six municipalities. Targeted at tourists seeking verified lodging.
• Restaurants Directory Directory of PTO-recognized restaurants and coffee shops offering local cuisine and delicacies across Siquijor Island. Targeted at tourists and travelers seeking recognized dining establishments.
• DOT Accredited Transportation Directory of DOT-accredited tourist transportation services including tour vans and transport providers (e.g., Nathandrei Express, Tropical Fun-Ta-Sea) along the Siquijor Circumferential Road. Targeted at tourists requiring verified transport services.
• PTO Recognized Inbound Tour Operators Directory of PTO-recognized inbound tour operators including Izla Del Fuego Travel & Tours, Nathandrei Travel and Tours, and Coral Cay Resort Inc. Targeted at tourists seeking organized tour packages.
• Travel Gateway Information Information about entry points to Siquijor including Siquijor Airport, Larena Port, Siquijor Port, and ferry connections. Targeted at inbound travelers and tourists planning arrival logistics.
• Local Transportation Guide Guide to local transportation options including habal-habal (motorcycle taxi), tricycles, jeepneys, easyrides, and vans for hire. Targeted at tourists and visitors needing on-island mobility.

Quantifiable outcome

• 168,366 total tourist arrivals in 2019 with 51% foreign and 49% domestic visitors

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Department of Tourism (DOT) PhilippinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Department of Tourism serves as the national regulatory body that issues accreditation to accommodations and transportation services in Siquijor. The Provincial Tourism Office coordinates with DOT for tourism promotion, standards compliance, and the DOT's national marketing campaigns. The DOT website (tourism.gov.ph) is linked as a reference resource for travelers.
• Nathandrei ExpresscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDOT-accredited transportation provider operating van services along the Siquijor Circumferential Road. Contact: 09173085097/09397672777. Facebook: @nathandreitravel. Part of Nathandrei Travel & Tours group providing tourist transport services.
• Tropical Fun-Ta-SeaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDOT-accredited transportation service in San Juan, Siquijor. Contact: 0995 089 6493. Website: www.tropicalfuntasea.com
• Izla Del Fuego Travel & TourscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPTO-recognized inbound tour operator based in Poblacion Norte, Maria, Siquijor. Contact: 0917 8434 571. Specializes in organizing tours within Siquijor.
• Nathandrei Travel and TourscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPTO-recognized inbound tour operator located at Mabini St., Poblacion, Siquijor. Contact: 0917 3085 097.
• Coral Cay Resort Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPTO-recognized inbound tour operator and DOT-accredited resort in Solangon, San Juan. Contact: 0919 269 1269. Website: www.coralcayresort.com. Offers combined accommodation and tour services.
• Baha BarminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPTO-recognized restaurant located in Maite, San Juan, Siquijor. Contact: 0998 548 8782. Website: www.baha-bar.com. Part of the DOT-accredited dining establishments in the province.
• Bellview Kuzzina BarminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPTO-recognized restaurant in Poblacion, Siquijor. Contact: 09264046429. One of the featured dining establishments in the province's tourism ecosystem.
• Coco Grove Beach ResortcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor DOT-accredited resort in Tubod, San Juan. Contact: 09173169410/09399360522/09173251292. Website: cocogrovebeachresort.com. One of the largest and most established resorts in Siquijor, housing Salamandas restaurant.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Provincial Government of Romblon: Small archipelagic Philippine province marketing beaches, dive sites, and heritage to a similar niche segment with constrained budget. Comparable as a small-class provincial LGU executing an island-tourism promotion mandate at similar scale to Siquijor.
• Provincial Government of Camiguin: Small Philippine island province whose tourism office similarly promotes white-sand beaches, marine sanctuaries, hot/cold springs, and heritage churches to a niche island-tourism segment. Closely comparable in scale, geography (small island province), and product mix to Siquijor.
• Provincial Government of Bohol: Another Philippine provincial government whose Provincial Tourism Office promotes Bohol's beaches, dive sites, and heritage (e.g., Chocolate Hills, Panglao). Closely comparable in scope - managing a single-province destination across accommodations, tour operators, and DOT coordination.
• Provincial Government of Aklan (Boracay): Aklan's provincial tourism office manages Boracay, the Philippines' most famous beach destination, with DOT-accredited resorts, dive operators, and ferry gateways. Directly comparable as a provincial LGU running an island tourism economy with similar accreditation, transport, and itinerary coordination roles.
• Provincial Government of Palawan: Provincial tourism office promoting Palawan/El Nido/Coron island destinations with marine protected areas and DOT-accredited resorts. Comparable in promoting island destinations where marine biodiversity is the core selling point and tourism is the dominant industry.
• Provincial Government of Negros Oriental: Siquijor's immediate geographic gateway province via Dumaguete, with a provincial tourism office managing Apo Island dive tourism and heritage circuits. Directly comparable as a neighboring provincial LGU whose tourism success depends on connectivity to Siquijor.

Broad incumbents

• Provincial Government of Cebu: Cebu Provincial Tourism Office promotes a destination portfolio including Bantayan, Camotes, and Moalboal with similar DOT-accredited resort directories and marine tour offerings. Comparable in destination-marketing mandate, though operates at larger scale than Siquijor.
• Tourism Promotions Board Philippines: The marketing arm of the DOT responsible for international destination promotion of the Philippines. Comparable in coordinating the marketing of Philippine destinations, including features on Siquijor, and setting the framework for provincial-level campaigns.
• Department of Tourism (DOT) Philippines: The national tourism authority that accredits Siquijor's accommodations and transport services, sets standards, and runs national marketing campaigns. Directly comparable as the parent regulatory and promotional body in the same tourism ecosystem.

Others

• Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA): National agency under the DOT that funds tourism infrastructure and accredits tourism enterprise zones. Adjacent comparable - an ecosystem partner that provides the funding and regulatory backbone for provincial tourism projects like those in Siquijor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCNbNZVQlQUl86-Xr7xJLexA
• Facebookfacebook.com/Provincial-Government-of-Siquijor-100928144902143
• Instagraminstagram.com/siquijor.thehealingisland
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/provincial-government-of-siquijor

Compliance2 records

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Profiles9 records

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