Bulalacao LTDP Draft

MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

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CHAPTER ONE: TOURISM PROFILE

LOCAL TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PLAN

MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

The success of a town’s tourism industry relies not only on the grandeur of its attraction but also, on the readiness of the infrastructure, facilities, and amenities that would cater to the needs of the guests. My administration is known to be very visionary on the development of Bulalacao thus this Local Tourism Development Plan (LTDP) is an integral document to determine priority areas so that tourism value can be maximized while considering affecting factors. The emerging tourism industry of Bulalacao, as supported by the increasing arrival data collected by our Tourism Office, is the manifestation of the cumulative value of the beauty of our tourism attractions and efforts of the different stakeholders involved, both directly and indirectly. With this, it is high time to have a LTDP so that we will be guided with organized and structured development especially now that we are living in the new normal brought

by COVID19 which greatly affected the tourism industry.

I thank the School of Urban and Regional Planning team of the University of the Philippines for taking part and leading the formulation of our LTDP. Their help will ensure the sustainability of this highly fragmented industry, which means that it is consist of multiple independent service and product providers.

I would also like to acknowledge our Tourism Office, together with the Technical Working Group, for this initiative and for the provision of information and data vital for the formulation of our LTDP that is very timely, relevant, and reliable.

To all the resource persons, stakeholders, and other participants that allotted their time and efforts, your involvement on the process will ensure the inclusivity of the proposed tourism plans and programs incorporated in this document.

The success of our tourism industry will not only depend on the formulation of this plan but on taking action and making sure that this will be realized. Let us religiously aim for a responsible and sustainable tourism industry.

ENGR. ERNILO C. VILLAS Municipal Mayor

MESSAGE FROM THE TOURISM OFFICE

Undoubtedly, the Municipality of Bulalacao is blessed with abundant natural resources that serves as one of the factors contributory to socio-economic development, worth mentioning its status as an emerging tourist destination with still a vast potential to realize as far as the tourism industry is concerned.

Relatively, this Local Tourism Development Plan is essential as a guide for proper investment programming. Its formulation was participated by the Local Tourism Planning Committee which is primarily composed of tourism stakeholders through the assistance and facilitation of the team from the School of Urban and Regional Planning of the University of the Philippines – Diliman. The formulation follows the prescribed Department of Tourism standards and procedures --- ensuring that this plan is inclusive of local tourism development.

I look forward to the prioritization and realization of the identified programs, projects and activities (PPAs) included in this plan that would lead this town to achieve one of

the LGU’s visions of becoming the Eco-agro Tourism Hub of Mindoro Island. Recognizing the significant role of local tourism, I do hope for the improvement of the quality of life of the people of Bulalacao without compromising its natural resources. This Office is promoting responsible and sustainable tourism because Bulalacao is “Aton Dya!” (This is ours). Let us always be reminded that it is everyone’s duty to protect, preserve and conserve our environment.

Welcome to the Beautiful and Bountiful Bulalacao, Aton Dya!

JAY-AR D. ALEJANDRO Municipal Tourism Officer

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INTRODUCTION

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CHAPTER TWO: GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND STRATEGIES

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CHAPTER THREE: STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS/STRATEGIES & PROGRAMS, PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES

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CHAPTER FOUR: IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR PRIORITY PROGRAMS, PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES

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CHAPTER FIVE: PRIORITY CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS

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CHAPTER SIX: MONITORING AND EVALUATION

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CHAPTER SEVEN: DISASTER RISK REDUCTION - CLIMATE CHANGE ACTION PLAN INTEGRATION

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INTRODUCTION Tourism planning is a multi-sectoral collaboration involving various stakeholders in the locality. Moreover, the tourism development plan must be anchored on the various plans of the government at the national, regional, provincial, and local level. Ideally, before a tourism plan is made, a tourism planning council must be created, which comprised of various stakeholders.

Through the virtue of Executive Order 04-07, s. 2019, the Tourism Planning Committee of Bulalacao was created to prepare and formulate the tourism plan of the municipality.

Anchored on the national laws and mandates, tourism is deemed as a fundamental part of the overall development of a city or municipality.

Under the Local Government Code of 1991, otherwise known as Republic Act 7160, Local Government Units (LGUs) are mandated to develop and promote tourism for the general welfare of their constituents. In addition, Republic Act 9593, otherwise known as the Tourism Act of 2009, provides for the improvement of the Philippines’ tourism competitiveness.

Section 36 mandates the need for updated national tourism plans to address

the evolving needs and capabilities of the industry. Hence, the National Tourism Development Plan 2016-2022 as a continuation of the National Tourism Development Plan (NTDP) 2011-2016 formulated in 2010 by the Department of Tourism was adopted to provide the long-term implementation framework consistent with the declaration of policy set forth in the Tourism Act of 2009.

Aligned with the key pillars of Ambisyon Natin 2040, “Matatag, Maginhawa, at Panatag,” and the framework of the Philippine Development Plan 20172022, the NTDP 2016-2022 has a vision to develop a globally competitive, environmentally sustainable and socially responsible tourism industry that promotes inclusive growth through employment generation and equitable distribution of income thereby contributing to building a foundation for a high-trust society. The NTDP 2016-2022 seeks to build and upscale the implementation of tourism programs through a focused and prioritized approach which is designed to deliver a more competitive, sustainable and inclusive tourism sector.

In pursuit of the tourism vision, the NTDP guiding principles continue to adopt the cluster approach as a destination development strategy in the implementation of complementing programs involving transport networks, infrastructure projects, accommodation and recreational facilities, human resource development, and marketing plans, all directed to support the development of tourism destinations throughout the country.

Shared responsibilities of the national and local governments particularly in tourism development planning allows for

a converge approach in establishment of tourism infrastructure program to support the needs for vital access roads, airports, seaports and other infrastructure requirements.

Given the existing convergence program of the Department of Tourism (DOT) and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) for enhancing tourism access, LGUs can benefit from getting the necessary infrastructure support for the development of their potential tourism areas. With the development of Tourism Road Infrastructure Program (TRIP) led by the DOT, DPWH is committed to sharing in the transport infrastructure development which plays a very critical role in tourism development to generate visitors to tourist destinations. TRIP aims to facilitate efficient and more coordinated efforts to identify, evaluate, prioritize and implement technically correct and politically participative road access leading to tourist destinations.

Relatively, LGUs are tasked to ensure the preparation and implementation of a tourism development plan, the enforcement of standards and the collection of statistical data for tourism purposes (RA 7160, Sec.37). The Code (Section 17) also provides for LGU’s responsibility in basic services and facilities that include tourism development and promotion programs, tourism facilities and other tourist attractions, including the acquisition of equipment, regulation and supervision of business concessions, and security services for such facilities.

LGUs, as a corporate entity (Section 15), are also vested corporate powers with full autonomy (Section 22) in proprietary functions and management of their economic enterprises.

The Municipality of Bulalacao is part of the province of Oriental Mindoro, Region IV-B (MIMAROPA). MIMAROPA Region has high potentials as a worldclass tourist destination due to its fine sandy beaches, scenic vistas, outstanding coral formations, marine parks, mangroves teeming with fishes, indigenous communities and natureloving people. On the other hand, the province of Oriental Mindoro is gifted with a variety of natural sites and assets for tourism. Recognizing the abundant natural attractions, the Oriental Mindoro Tourism Master Plan developed a clustered approach of tourist destinations covering three to four municipalities to combine efforts and resources to create awareness, interest, and traffic for the attractions in these areas. Sustainable tourism is the operative framework that guides the provincial tourism master plan and its implementation strategies. It is anchored on the province’s vision that by 2025, Oriental Mindoro is a food haven exporting high-value agri-products, the preferred agri-eco-tourism destination in MIMAROPA with an environment conducive for investments.

Positive impacts of recent developments in Oriental Mindoro led to the increased influx of visitors. The upward trend of tourist arrivals over the years can be attributed to the rise in appeal and popularity of Bulalacao and other developing tourist destinations in the province due to the significant improvement in terms of accessibility and infrastructure development.

Bulalacao is a 3rd class municipality categorized as a small-town secondary urban in the hierarchy of urban centers.

The Municipality’s Tourism Development

strategies are nature-based Agri-Tourism and Agricultural Development. Bulalacao plays the role of agricultural and marine products supplier to the three identified main growth centers (Calapan City, Pinamalayan and Roxas), Cavite for marine products and Batangas and Coron, Palawan for livestock. It has been acclaimed by many to have it all, the very reason why it is tagged as the Gem of Oriental Mindoro. It is a potential venue for various economic endeavors that may significantly contribute to economic development of the province, the region and even up to the national level. The municipality exhibits a compelling potential in both but not limited to the tourism and agriculture sectors.

With the current development trend locally and nationwide, the development vision, development potentials and the tourism and agricultiral development and roles are the best development thrusts for Bulalacao. The vast development potential of tourism industry is attributed to the municipality’s innate physical features with its scenic land and seascape.

Correspondingly, the municipality recognizes the need to protect its intrinsic asset. If utilization of natural resource is required for economic development, responsible utilization should be promoted. Although, the limitations of efficient power, water, transportation, and communication systems in a peaceful environment is the deterrent factor.

Hence, the formulation and approval of a good local tourism development plan will complete the development efforts.

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MIMAROPA REGION Mimaropa, formally known as the Southwestern Tagalog Region, is an administrative region in the Philippines. It was also formerly designated as Region IV-B until 2016. It is one of two regions in the country having no land border with another region (the other being Eastern Visayas). The name is an acronym combination of its constituent provinces: Mindoro (divided into Occidental Mindoro and Oriental Mindoro), Marinduque, Romblon and Palawan.

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SOUTHWESTERN TAGALOG REGION The region was part of the now-defunct Southern Tagalog region until May 17, 2002. On May 23, 2005, Palawan and the highly urbanized city of Puerto Princesa were moved to the region of Western Visayas by Executive Order No. 429. However, on August 19, 2005, thenPresident Arroyo issued Administrative Order No. 129 to put in abeyance Executive Order No. 429 pending a review. On July 17, 2016, Republic Act No. 10879 formally established the

Southwestern Tagalog Region to be known as Mimaropa discontinuing the “Region IV-B” designation, however no boundary changes were involved.

Calapan is Mimaropa’s regional center.

However, most regional government offices such as the Department of Public Works and Highways and the Department of Budget and Management are in Quezon City, Metro Manila.

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MINDORO ISLAND Mindoro is the seventh largest and eighth-most populous island in the Philippines. With a total land area of 10,571 skm and has a population of 1,408,454 as of 2020 census. It is located off the southwestern coast of Luzon and northeast of Palawan. Mindoro is divided into two provinces: Occidental Mindoro and Oriental Mindoro. San Jose is the largest settlement on the island with a total population of 143,430 inhabitants as of 2015. The southern coast of Mindoro forms the northeastern extremum of the Sulu Sea.

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BRIEF HISTORY The name Bulalacao is legendary in origin. According to a myth, a certain bird referred to by the natives as bulalakaw, periodically appeared out of the wilderness near the springs of Talisi and Lumagsak.

Unexplainably, whenever this bird appeared, death would soon follow the inhabitants. The inhabitants, gravely afraid and puzzled by this deathly phenomenon, changed the name of the settlement from Kaburayan (from the vines called Buray), which was in abundance in the area during that period) to that of the bird‘s. Thus, the birth of a municipality named Bulalacao. Afterwards, the bird did not bother the place and the inhabitants.

Bulalacao, with its present situation, might well be considered as the oldest settlement in the whole of Mindoro if presumed that the old records about Mait to refer to a sitio in the South which is the present Bulalacao townsite.

Old Chinese records of the year 982 make mention of Mai, an island south of Manila, from where valuable merchandise was traded in Canton China.

The word Mait frequently occurs in the Ambahan literature of the Mangyans in Southern Mindoro, meaning - this earth, this place where we are living. Moreover, a certain river near Maujao, the oldest barrio of Bulalacao is still called by Mangyans the Mait River. It is further said that the old folks of Aklan in Panay referred to Mindoro as the Island of Mait. A leading historian, Professor O.W. Wolters of Cornell University considered the South of Mindoro as the possible site of the ancient Mait, mentioned in the first Chinese Records about the Philippines in the 10th century.

The Archeological Studies Program of the University of the Philippines (UP ASP) recently unearthed an ancient settlement located in Sitio Lobok, Poblacion, Bulalacao.

Their findings proved that this settlement in Bulalacao existed in the late 17th century and is one of the oldest on the island of Mindoro.

The structure found was proven to be a church with a fortification of palisades to protect the

settlers from frequent Moro attacks. This settlement was eventually abandoned after the devastating storms and earthquakes that occurred on November 13 and 21, 1844.

In the early years of the 19th century, Bulalacao was ruled by Datu Calido from Panay. Following the expansion of the settlement, it was ruled by the capitanes.

They were Paigao, Gabriel Contreras, Jacinto Pajado and Narciso Pandino. He ruled the area until the arrival of Lt. Morris in 1903.

In 1906, the settlement became a township, which included Paclasan (now Roxas), Mansalay, Mangaring (now San Jose) and the islands of Caluya, Sibay and Semirara. Thereafter, the succeeding Municipal Presidente ruled the town until 1940.

The following were all elected as such except Exequel Dimatulac who became Municipal Presidente by virtue of an appointment.

During Teotimo Cusi‘s administration, the seat of government was transferred from Bulalacao to Mansalay, where he came from. This infuriated the original settlers of Bulalacao whose pride was hurt by this kind of development.

The influential person that altered the original territory of the Province of Oriental Mindoro was Congressman Mariano Leuterio, who ceded the islands of Caluya, Semirara and Sibay to the province of Antique; Sibale to the province of Romblon.

While relations between Bulalacao and Mansalay were getting estranged, Juan Templanza won as Municipal Presidente in the election held in 1929. As could be expected, he returned the seat of the Government to his native town Bulalacao. The friction between the two towns boiled up. This prompted Congressman Leuterio to work for the creation of Mansalay as a new municipality. Finally, in 1929, Mansalay became officially separated from Bulalacao. The original territory of Bulalacao under Act 1280, which included Roxas, San Jose, Mansalay, and the islands ceded to Antique, was greatly reduced.

Ironically, these municipalities have outclassed their mother town Bulalacao economically.

By the 1940‘s, World War II erupted.

While the whole country was put under the rule of the Japanese Imperial Government, Mr. Juan P. Templanza was appointed as Municipal Presidente. He served from 1942 to 1946. There are stories of torture, cruelties, and other inhuman punishments inflicted by the Japanese against staffs of Mr. Templanza.

With the extension of American sovereignty, basic principle of American Constitutional system and American patterns of government were adopted in the Philippines. On July 4, 1946, the country was granted independence by the United States. All laws on local government with the passage of 1935 and 1973 Constitutions were accordingly continued in force, particularly Republic Act No. 82, known as the Municipal Code, enacted by the Philippine Commission on January 31, 1901.

The elected mayors before EDSA Revolution of February 1986 were Generoso Villas (1949-1953), Ricardo Bago (19541958), Lazaro Visconde (1959-1967), Felipe Familara (1968-1971) and Dolores Bago (1971-1986).

It should be noted that the dramatic and institutional changes began to take place under Felipe Familara. It was during Familara‘s administration that the first secondary school was inaugurated. Likewise, the public market at Barangay Campaasan was constructed. It was also during this time that the construction of road from Roxas to Bulalacao started. Dolores Bago who succeeded Familara worked on strengthening barangays. She started to bring barangay office to the mainstream of policy making. Under her administration, a new municipal hall was built in order to house the growing numbers of government personnel.

1986 marked a turning point in the national contemporary history. President Ferdinand Marcos who ruled the country for almost twenty years was deposed by the virtue of People Power, a peaceful revolution made by the gallant Filipino people on the historic four days of February 1986. Soon, the reorganization was effectuated throughout the

country. Batasang Pambansa was dissolved.

Incumbent elective and some appointive officials were removed and were immediately replaced by new ones. This was justified as effective means of facilitating the transition from dictatorship to newly gained democracy.

It was at this ecstatic moment for the majority of freedom-loving Filipinos when a nonpolitician, Guillermo H. Salas, was appointed

by Secretary Aquilino Q.Pimentel, Jr. as Officer-In-Charge (OIC) of the Municipality of Bulalacao.

When Salas decided to run as Municipal Mayor in 1987, he enjoyed great popularity among the poor and the Mangyans.

He won with a landslide victory. Salas built his reputation in terms of infrastructure projects construction, agricultural support, ecological management and human resource development.

On May 7, 1995, questions about what Salas might do in his last term suddenly became unanswerable. Salas was assassinated at Campaasan. It was the most unexpected and devastating single event in the history of Bulalacao. During a long weekend of mourning, the town immersed itself in every detail of the tragedy and its aftermath.

It should be noted that his assassination took place on the eve before the May 8 elections. The question of who should replace him loomed over the town. After evaluation and discussion, a consensus was made to give the power to the eldest daughter as a substitute. Gemma Gonzales Salas, at the young age of 25 entered the world of politics, as local chief executive, by accident literally and figuratively.

Ludovico C. Silang, Salas‘ Vice-Mayor was sworn in as the Municipal Mayor from May 8, 1995 to June 30, 1995. He consoled the employees who have not yet recovered from the shock over the tragic death of the former mayor.

On July 3, 1995, Gemma G. Salas, a Medical Technologist by profession, on

account of her victory over her uncle Nestor Gonzales, assumed the position of municipal mayor. During her inauguration, she admitted her being a stranger in the workings of politics.

She simply vowed to accomplish what her late father promised to deliver to them.

Nevertheless, the new mayor did possess advantages that enabled her to provide healing balm and effective leadership for the mourning town. No mayor came to office with youth and more academic degrees than she was since the creation of Bulalacao.

She advocated the Ramos Administration‘s flagship program: the Social Reform Agenda, which hopes to identify the minimum basic needs and try to address them relentlessly. In the process, she was able to come in touch with the “hoi polloi” of the town.

The national elections on May 10, 2004 saw the emergence of a new kind of leadership in the person of Engineer Ernilo C. Villas, a civil engineer by profession. He hails from the Contreras-Villas clan of Bulalacao.

Faced with the monumental task of building a community high on expectations but short on funds, the mayor-elect lost no time in planning strategies, laying out visions of what Bulalacao would become in the span of three years of his administration. He extended his arms for reconciliation to start the healing process, hence, a harmonious relationship between the executive and legislative department. He put up capable and energetic personnel for a well-oiled and systematic service delivery.

In his second and last term, most programs and projects envisioned in his first term were accomplished. The positioning of the administration previously set has been attained. All these were done despite limited funds and resources. The energetic Mayor did not take all these constraints sitting down.

He went out of his way sourcing out funds from financial institutions and it did make a difference in the usual performance of a local chief executive. Through his strong lobbying in National Government Agencies (NGAs), road going to Magsaysay and San Jose, Occidental Mindoro from Roxas, Oriental Mindoro were concreted and upgraded to the standard of a

well-paved road. Barangay roads were opened and most portions were even cemented.

The long stretch of Cavillian to Benli was constructed with funding from the PAMANA Program of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP). With the provision of basic infrastructure supportive of agricultural development, agriculture base were expanded. Onion, mango, hybrid rice, and corn production took a leap.

Remarkable was the support to education which had been allotted significant amount from the local fund. For his “Education for All” program, extension classes were opened at the remote sitios and barangays of Benli, Cabugao, Maasin and Bancal.

Technical-Vocational College at Barangay San Roque in partnership with TESDA has already produced graduates who landed good jobs locally and abroad.

The almost impossible infrastructure development was installation of electricity in far-flung barangays including the islands of Maasin and Tambaron. Barangays Benli, San Isidro, Cabugao, Balatasan, and San Juan have been enjoying the comforts brought by electricity. Not to be forgotten is the completion of Fish Port and the Construction of the Rollon roll-off Port. Boracay is now two and a half hours away by a fast craft from Bulalacao Port.

On July 1, 2013, after the term of Mayor Ernilo C. Villas ended, Mayor Edna CantosVillas took her oath as the new mayor. She won in the mayoralty race over political rival Dr. Robert B. Gonzales. Her administration‘s battle cry is to attain the vision set which is: A BEAUTIFUL AND BOUNTIFUL BULALACAO BY 2020.

It was during Mayor Edna Villas‘ time that the port was inaugurated. The first voyage to Caticlan participated by The Municipal Government of Bulalacao on board Fastcat Ferry happened on April 1, 2015. The construction of diversion road from Talisay to Caw-ayan connecting Campaasan and Poblacion has started for an improved transport system avoiding the heavy traffic in downtown Bulalacao.

GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION Bulalacao, one of the fifteen municipalities in the province of Oriental Mindoro, is located at the southernmost tip of the province, on the undulating altitude northwest of Bulalacao Bay and Tablas Strait, bounded on the west by San Jose and on the northeast by Mansalay.

It is geographically located at approximately 120 20’30 longitude and 12 19‘30 latitude. It is 189 km. from Calapan City, the provincial capital and 47 km. from Roxas, the trading center in the southern part of Oriental Mindoro.

LAND AREA The municipality has a total land area of 36,118.99 hectares. The urban core constitutes the adjacent barangays of Poblacion and Campaasan. This has an aggregate land area of 1,236.86 has. corresponding to 3.42% of the total municipal land area. The rest are rural barangays which totaled to 34,882.13 hectares. The municipality consists of island/ islets which are then appointed to be part of proximate barangays. These islands/islets are the Aslom Island, Silad Island, Liwagao Island, and Target Island which are all part of Barangay Milagrosa; Soguicay Island, Karambingan Island and Buyayao Island as part of Barangay San Roque; and Tambaron Island as part of Barangay Balatasan. In terms of land area, the largest barangay is Benli with 14,478.66 has. while the smallest is Maasin with only 78.95 hectares.

POLITICAL SUBDIVISION Bulalacao has 15 duly constituted barangays. Six (6) of these are located along the coastline and classified as coastal barangays (Balatasan, Poblacion, San Francisco, Milagrosa, Maasin, and Maujao)

while seven (7) are forest fringe or upland communities (Benli, Nasucob, Campaasan, Cambunang, Bagong Sikat, Cabugao, and San Isidro); and the other two are both upland and coastal barangays (San Roque and San Juan).

Like many municipalities, cities and provinces in the country, Bulalacao also faces boundary disputes with adjacent territories.

TOPOGRAPHY Bulalacao is flanked by mountain ranges; the highest peak lies on the north.

The area is well-drained and springs abound at its foothills along the border of the main rivers. Small creeks and rivers pre-occupied themselves with mangroves at the head of the bay. The area is largely limestone country with some very rugged terrain configurations.

It has thirteen (13) islands and islets, two of which are not inhabited. These islands are tourism areas because of their long stretch of white sand beaches. They have interesting coral formations ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling.

CLIMATE Bulalacao has a Type I climate. There is a prolonged dry season due to the winds caused by northwest monsoon cut off by the mountain ranges between Bulalacao and Mansalay. Dry season begins as early as December and ends late in June. Heavy monsoon is experienced from July to September during the southwest monsoon.

Rainfall occurs during the month of June to November with a recorded maximum rainfall of 395.5 mm. and 450 mm. respectively.

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The island is a more or less five (5) has. island located three (3) km. northeast of Bacungan and southeast of the town of Bulalacao is noted for its white sand.

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BUL AL AC AO TOU RISM MAP Considered as the Gem of Oriental Mindoro, Bulalacao maintains a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere. The municipality has high agricultural productivity and diversity thus envisioning it as the Agro-tourism Hub of Mindoro Island. Traveling along the coastal barangays of this charming place is to experience a culture disconnected to modern technology. The immeasurable development potential of Bulalacao’s tourism industry is attributed to its innate physical features with its scenic land and seascape.

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Location: Milagrosa Activities: swimming; biking; jogging; cliff-diving snorkeling; boating; diving; trekking Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

SILAD ISLAND

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Location: Milagrosa Activities: swimming; snorkeling; diving Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

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Island hopping is one activity that visitors enjoy most. From Bulalacao Bay,there are motor boats which can be rented from for a day‘s travel going to these islands depending on the capacity of the boat and the distance of the islet to be visited. The Municipal Government, through the designated tourism officer, provides assistance in arranging the tour.

Alibatan or Target Island is a more or less five (5) hectare island located 3 km. northeast of Bacungan and southeast of the town of Bulalacao is noted for its white sand. Big rocks are present throughout and the southern part is mountainous. A lake, more or less half a hectare in size can be found at the middle of the island. The place serves as hatching for seagulls and turtles. Although the area abound with the different species of fish, fishing is dangerous due to the presence of whales because of its proximity to the channel going to San Jose, Occidental Mindoro.

Corals and oysters can be found all around the area. The island is also called “Target

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Location: Maasin Activities: Trekking; snorkeling; diving Image Source: dazasia.com

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Silad Island is located in the northwest of Alibatan Island and east of Bating peninsula.

Like Alibatan, Silad boasts of white sand, big rocks, corals, shells, oyster and an ideal hatching place for turtles. This island has an area of 2.5 has. and the surrounding water is suited for fishing and scuba diving.

Aslom is a twelve-hectare island about 1.45 km. or 0.78 nautical miles south of Barangay Milagrosa. The famous part of this island is the sand bar with white sand crystals.

Part of the island is a good place for ships to anchor during storms. A big cave could be found at the southeastern part of the island.

Maasin Island is situated at the southeastern part of the Municipality of Bulalacao, and is 7 km. from the town proper. The middle of the cave shaped island is planted to coconuts.

Other parts are full of cogon and the part facing Tablas Strait is mountainous. The island covers 90 hectares. A 30-meter deep channel could be found between this island and Tambaron Island.

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Island” because the Americans used this place during their military exercises for target shooting in 1946 while they were staying in San Jose, Occidental Mindoro.

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Tambaron is a 160 has. island, rocky and mountainous, separated by a channel from Barangay Balatasan. The island is 7.14 km. or 3.86 nautical miles from the municipality and a hunting ground for wild pigs and monkeys, the place is full of cogon. It is also ideal for cattle and goat raising. The water around which is 30 m. fathom deep is suited for fishing.

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Suguicay Island lies in the northern part of Bulalacao just across Suguicay Bay and within the jurisdiction of Barangay San Juan. It used to be a resting place for the Japanese during their time. The word Sugui Cay came from the Japanese words which meant - beautiful seas.

This oblong-shaped island is 1.70 nautical miles away from sitio Bancal separated by a channel. Bancal on the other hand is 10.98 km. from the Municipal Hall. Suguicay is more or less ten (10) has. planted with coconuts and mangroves at both ends. The island abounds with corals and different kinds of shells good for snorkeling.

The island of Buyayao is at the northern most part of Bulalacao. It is across Buyayao Peninsula and is 0.74 nautical miles or 1.36 km. away. In the 1970s, there was a road constructed which started at the old feeder port to Kalumbayan long Beach. Big snakes called “Sobre Kama” are found in “Malaking Yungib” (big Cave) and in the mountains.

The water around is suited for deep seafishing. There are two(2) more islets across Kalumbayan long Beach in Buyayao island.

They could be reach by just walking during low tide.

Buyayao Island is 206 has. of forest, reserved with more than 500 forest species under thick vegetation and ornamental plants. It has caves with abundant wildlife. Squirrels, deer, wild chicken, and bearcat still living on the island. There are 3 sources of potable water.

According to Cristina Ford, during one of her visits to the island as a guest of the former First Lady, Imelda Marcos, the island is one of the most beautiful islands in the world. It was partly developed during the time of then, Minister Manda Elizalde of PANAMIN. Liwagao, an island once under dispute with the Municipality of Caluya, Antique, lies in the southeast portion of Bulalacao. It is approximately 100 has. in area with a long stretch of white sand. It has different classes of quality pebbles, fantastic coral formations, and diverse marine ecosystem. The northeastern portion of the island is thickly covered with coconut and lumber trees. Coconut crabs once abound the area. It is an ideal hatching ground for sea turtles.

Pocanil Rock Formation is located adjacent to Pocanil Beach Resort, which serves as the jump-off point going to Buyayao Island. The Pocanil Rock Formation is ideal for rappelling, rock climbing, and spelunking activities.

Pocanil is located at the mainland of Buyayao Peninsula, north of Barangay San Roque. The place is rocky and suited for goat raising.

POCANIL ROCK FORMATION Location: San Roque Activities: Picture-taking; Kayaking; swimming; rock climbing; camping; beach volleyball; videoke; spelunking Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

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TAMBARON ISLAND

Location: Balatasan Activities: Swimming; volleyball; snorkeling; basketball; boating Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

SUGUICAY ISLAND

Location: Balatasan Activities: Swimming; volleyball; snorkeling; basketball; boating Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

BUYAYAO ISLAND

Location: San Roque Activities: SSwimming; volleyball; snorkeling; boating; diving; trekking; spelunking; camping; kayaking Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

BALATASAN LONG BEACH Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

ABINTANG Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

BAGONG SIKAT FALLS Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

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OTHER NATURE TOURISM Balatasan Long Beach. Aside from being the jump-off point going to Maasin and Tambaron Island, this long stretch of white sand beach in Brgy. Balatasan boasts of clear waters perfect for swimming and water activities. With huts and floating cottages that are available here, Balatasan Long Beach is the perfect getaway.

Abintang is a breathtaking view deck from the uphill of Bulalacao. This area provides a panoramic view of the seascapes of Buyayao and Suguicay Islands, as well as Semirara Island in Antique.

Bagong Sikat Falls is a one-storey high waterfall with deep and wide catch basin.

Before reaching this majestic falls, it requires about 45 minutes to an hour trek through rice fields, forested grounds, and few streams.

Karambingan is a small islet with white sand cove. It is 22 nautical miles from the nearest take-off point in Buyayao peninsula.

Caves. Sitio Balditan in Barangay Benli can be reached by trekking for about 1.5 km from the main site. From the Poblacion, there is a 64 ha. Tree Park operated and maintained by the municipal government. The area is ideal

for camping, hiking, and trekking. From there, a breathtaking view of Bulalacao Bay and the islands around it can be viewed.

Coves, beaches and river. Balatasan Coves facing tablas strait and Balatasan cove facing Bulalacao Bay. Parawanan beach, Bangkaso beach, San Miguel long beach, Maujao long Beach, Dangkalan white sand beach, Danawan Beach, Bislig Beach, Magayad Beach, Talisay Beach, Tabuk long beach.

Tulali Beach, Sauton Beach, Kabangkalan, and Caguray River.

CULTURAL TOURISM Hanunuo. Bulalacao is haven of the Hanunuos, the most civilized tribe of the Mangyans. Many are educated with some working as teachers, engineers, lawyers, priests, and nuns. Keeping their tradition strong, the Hanunuos adorn themselves with colorful beadwork, basket, mat, and ramit.

Majority are dressed in traditional G-Strings.

Some of the tribe members are still engaged in hunting activities given that the villages are located upland. Overall , the culture of the Hanunuos is interesting.

A lady holding a carved Hanunuo writing

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Image Source: Ferdz of IronWulf En Route

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Binaray Festival

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Image Source: outoftownblog.com

Biniray Festival. Brought in by the early settlers who came from the Island of Panay, this festival is done in honor of the town’s patron saints, Peter and Paul, and is a way of thanksgiving for the blessings from the sea. The celebration starts in the early hours of the morning with a flotilla of intricatelydecorated boats that will encircle Bulalacao bay and, landing onshore after, will be met by the townsfolk. Marching will continue on the streets with the icons of the two saints greeted in religious manners by the devotees.

A procession is done later at twilight and, ending at the church-ground, the traditional putong (crowning) of the patrons complete the final rituals amidst songs and dances by children and adults alike. Street dancing is also staged during the day, participated in mostly by students in indigenous costumes.

Lubok Sunken Church. Located in Barangay Poblacion, Bulalacao, the activities in the area include trekking, kayaking, and historical appreciation.

AGRI-TOURISM Agriculture as a local economic backbone is already a way of life. As a major supplier of agricultural products with remarkable diversity, Bulalacao is in the best position to engage in agri-tourism. It is a strategy that balances the distribution of tourism benefits to rural areas.

In general, the Philippines recognizes agritourism as a development strategy to foster poverty alleviation and promote agriculture

courses in schools and universities. At present, Bulalacao is the only onion producer in Oriental Mindoro and it yields the sweetest mangoes in the province. In addition, the municipality has the longest dry season in the province which is ideal for tourism activities.

Bulalacao’s land area is a great prospect not just for agricultural activities but also as an agri-tourism area of the province.

EXISTING TOURISM MARKETS In 2018, the Bulalacao Tourism Office recorded at least 19,155 same-day visitors (1,433foreign and 17,722- domestic), which is a great 70.2% increase from 2017. Moreover, a total of 31,707 tourists visited Bulalacao in 2018.

The top foreign tourist market of the municipality are mostly Europeans and these foreign tourists usually stay for more than three days. These are tourists who are after serene and unexploited destinations, in which Bulalacao greatly offers. There are also guests who have been here for diving and kitesurfing purposes, especially during the first PKA’s Kite Surfing event held later in that year.

The immense increase in visitors’ arrival in different attractions is due to the promotional campaigns, efforts, and development of new tourism facilities initiated by the Tourism Office in partnership with the various related sectors.

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TABLE 01

( S A M E D AY V I S I T O R S A N D O V E R N I G H T S TAY S )

Same Day Visitors

Overnight Stays

Year

TOTAL Foreign

Domestic

Foreign

Domestic

2014

NDA

NDA

47

198

245

2015

NDA

NDA

399

1,917

2,316

2016

NDA

NDA

99

3,715

3,814

2017

280

10,785

291

7,264

18,620

2018

1,433

17,722

876

11,676

31,707

2019

160

27,798

850

7,660

36,468

Source: Municipal Planning and Development Office

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TABLE 02

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

Overnight Domestic

198

1,917

3,715

7,264

11,676

7,660

Overnight Foreign

47

399

99

291

876

850

Same Day Domestic

0

0

0

0

17,722

27,798

Same Day Foreign

0

0

0

280

1,433

160

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ACCOMMODATIONS Bulalacao, as an emerging destination, records an annual increase of the tourism support facilities and services. Most of these

TABLE 03

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establishments and services are subject to accreditation at the Department of Tourism.

Location

Contact Details

A

A C C O M M O D ATIO N

01

Villa Encarnacion Farm CFE

Brgy. Maujao

Victor F. Estigoy, Jr.

02

Nicole Islands’ View Resort

Brgy. Milagrosa

Neil Johnsev Jirah S. Bantugan

03

Samahan ng Mangingisda at Magsasaka ng Pocanil Brgy. San Roque

Adeline G. dela Fuente

04

Tambaron Green Beach Resort

Brgy. Maasin

Lily Fajardo

05

Borbon Space Rental

Brgy. Poblacion

Amalia C. Borbon

06

Festin Paradise Resort

Brgy. Milagrosa

Jocelyn N. Festin

07

Atienza’s Beach Resort

Brgy. Poblacion

John C. Atienza

08

White Lady’s Resort

Brgy. Maujao

Dominga A. Fondevilla

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By The Sea Hotels and Coffee Shop Inc.

Brgy. Poblacion

Mary Ann I. Pastrana

10

Felipa Lodge and Beach Resort

Brgy. Poblacion

Estrelita Aceron

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Kitesurf Mindoro Inc.

Brgy. Balatasan

Kathrin Borgward

12

Southdrive Beach Resort

Brgy. Maujao

Francis Lyra Jano

13

Bulalacao Restaurant Hotel & Commercial Center

Brgy. Campaasan

Edna Villas

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Real Five Hotel and Restaurant

Brgy. Campaasan

Romeo O. Fallaria MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

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OTHER TOURIST FACILITIES INVENTORY OF TOURISM SUPPORT FACILITIES AND SERVICES ( O T H E R T O U R I S T F A C I L I T I E S A S O F J U LY 2 0 1 9 )

Location

Contact Details

A

R E S TA U R AN TS

01

Café Ernesto

Brgy. Poblacion

Encarnita V. Liguaton

02

Elirosa Restobar

Brgy. Poblacion

Dessa Jayne C. Villas

03

Bulalacao Restaurant, Hotel and Commercial Center

Brgy. Campaasan

Filipina C. Cordova

04

Goto Republic

Brgy. Campaasan

Annycia C. Malapitan

05

Paigao Restaurant

Brgy. Campaasan

Deolita D. Paigao

06

Triple H Food House and Catering Services

Brgy. Poblacion

Herson Jhon E. Cabagay

07

Real Five Hotel and Restaurant

Brgy. Campaasan

Romeo O. Fallaria

08

Dimpol’s Enterprises

Brgy. Campaasan

Bill Boy C. Francisco

09

Mae’s Eatery

Brgy. Campaasan

Clarito P. Paigao

10

Hot Mama’s Café

Brgy. Campaasan

Rosemie G. Alcaraz

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Myrna’s Restaurant

Brgy. Campaasan

Myrna L. Albo

12

Fajutnao Eatery

Brgy. San Roque

Egmedio M. Fajutnao

B

T R A N S P O RTATIO N

01

BELOVE MO TODA Branch Terminal (San Roque Proper Highway to Pocanil, Bangkal, Dangkalan, Libtong)

San Roque Proper

02

BELOVE MO TODA Cawacat (Cawacat Highway to Nasucob, Cambunang, Imbuyungan, Balatasan, Bangkal, Campaasan, Poblacion)

Cawacat Intersection (Highway)

03

POBUTRIDA (RORO Port to accommodation establishments or nearby destinations)

RORO Port Area, Poblacion

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Establishment/Facility

04

BCH Tricycle/ Motorcycle Terminal (highway to Bagong Sikat)

Highway front of Bulalacao Community Hospital

05

Milagrosa Tricycle/Motorcyle Terminal (Milagrosa Proper to Bating, Bacoy, Cara, Festin, Nicole Islands’ View Resort, San Francisco, Maujao)

Milagrosa Proper

C

T R A N SPO RTATIO N H U BS

01

Campaasan Terminal

D

S H O P P IN G C EN TER S / MA R KETS

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Contact Details

Barangay Campaasan (near Bulalacao Public Market

Mr. Floridie C. Gonzales, designated Public Market Administrator

Bulalacao Public Market

Brgy. Campaasan

02

Riverside Shopping Center

Riverside, Brgys.

Poblacion and Campaasan

E

B A N K S A N D ATM s

01

DBP ATM 24/7

F

H E A LTH SER VIC ES

01

RHU

Poblacion

Dr. Imelda F. Ramos

02

Bulalacao Community Hospital

Campaasan

Dr. Archie S. Yboa

03

BEMONC-San Roque

Brgy. San Roque

04

BEMONC-Poblacion

Brgy. Poblacion

05

BEMONC-Benli

Brgy. Benli

06

BEMONC-Maujao

Brgy. Maujao

G

S O U V EN IR S H O P S

01

He-She’s Marketing One Print

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Location

Municipal Hall, Poblacion

Brgy. Campaasan

Ms. Faith Usanastre MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

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Establishment/Facility

Location

Contact Details

H

G A S O L I N E S TATIO N S

01

Petron

Brgy. Campaasan

Mr. Pacifico Andallon

02

Johnsev Gasoline Station

Brgy. Campaasan

Neil Johnsev Jirah S. Bantugan

03

Lewis Gjann Gasoline Station

Brgy. Campaasan

Glenda G. Cabagay

R E M I T TA N CE S ER VIC ES Palawan Pawnshop

Brgy. Campaasan

02

Smart Padala

Various Brgys.

J

W O R S H I P H ALLS

01

Sts. Peter and Paul Parish

Brgy. Poblacion

Sts. Peter and Paul Parish

02

Channel of Blessing Four Square Church

Brgy. Campaasan

Channel of Blessing Four Square Church

03

Iglesia ni Kristo

Brgy. Campaasan

Iglesia ni Kristo

04

Jehovah’s Witnesses

Brgy. Campaasan

Jehovah’s Witnesses

05

Salvation Army

Brgy. Poblacion

Salvation Army

06

United Methodists Church

Brgy. San Roque

United Methodists Church

07

Aglipay Church

Brgy. San Roque

Aglipay Church

08

Kingdom of Jesus Christ

Brgy. Poblacion

Kingdom of Jesus Christ

TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICES A newly-established three-storey building located in Barangay Poblacion named as “Bulalacao Tourism cum Heritage Center” serves as the office of the Municipal Tourism, Investment, and Enterprise Development Unit on the first floor. Second floor is where the guest reception and four (4) rooms for MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

accommodation are located. The Satellite Office of the Municipal Mayor, the Museum/ Gallery area, mini-bar/kitchen, and event venue with overlooking view can be found at the third floor of the building.

Table 5 shows the information of the active tourism stakeholders as partner of MTIEDU in tourism development.

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A C T I V E T O U R I S M S TA K E H O L D E R S

(AS PARTNER OF MTIEDU IN TOURISM DEVELOPMENT)

Groups

Role in Tourism

Local Tourism Council

KEY PARTNER in planning and implementation of the tourism plans and activities

Municipal Tourism Council Poblacion, Bulalacao of Bulalacao

Tour Guides Organization

KEY PARTNER in the delivery of tourism services

Bulalacao Tours Association (BulTourA)

Community -based Rural Organizations

KEY PARTNER in the delivery of tourism services

Samahan ng mga Magsasaka at Mangingisda Balatasan, Bulalacao ng Pocanil

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TRANSPORTATION: TRANSPORTATION ACCESS INTO BULALACAO AND INTERNAL TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM Bulalacao is traversed by a national road linking it with the municipalities of Mansalay in the north and Magsaysay in the south of the Province of Occidental Mindoro and all the municipalities of its neighbor province. The stretch of the national road is mostly concrete paved with patches of all-weather pavement in critical areas. Access to the municipality can be through Calapan, Oriental Mindoro or San Jose, Occidental Mindoro. From Calapan, the access to/from Bulalacao is via the municipality of Mansalay on a national and provincial road with a total length of 18 kilometers. On the other hand, from San Jose, the access to/from Bulalacao is via the municipality of Magsaysay, Occidental Mindoro along the national road.

The national, provincial and municipal road networks are well-established. They are almost all made up of concrete. The total road length of Bulalacao is 116.88 km. with a total land area of 116.88 hectares.

This road network is composed of three categories. The urban road, which includes municipal roads and barangay roads; the provincial road; and the national road. New roads identified for development are given their respective timetable for construction or

Name of Organization

Address

Poblacion, Bulalacao

improvement. The municipal government, with the assistance of the barangay officials, are continuously identifying roads to be improved, rehabilitated, upgraded or to be introduced, especially those needed in the production and settlement areas.

On the other hand, bridges are mostly made of concrete, especially along the national roads. Those located in the interior lands of the municipality are mostly made of wood. All these bridges have been rehabilitated and upgraded to concrete bridges except the Barongbong bridge.

MODE OF TRANSPORTATION BY TYPE The municipality is accessible by sea from Batangas, Manila and Visayan Islands.

By land, Bulalacao has entry points via its northern and southern barangays. By air, it is also accessible through a Manila-San Jose (Occidental Mindoro) flight then land travel to Bulalacao. Another alternative route is the Batangas-Abra de Ilog-Bulalacao route.

From Manila, the municipality can be accessed by bus utilizing the Strong Republic Nautical Highway via Batangas, Calapan City and on to Bulalacao. There are three (3) bus lines operating within the route. On the other hand, private vehicles may utilize the same MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

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Batangas Port

Calapan Port

el

3-5hrs Land Travel

rav ir T

A min 45-

route on board the fast ferries and other rollon roll-off (RORO) vessels. Travel time by land transportation is about 2-3 hours from Manila to Batangas, two hours by boat to Calapan City, and 3-4 hours from Calapan to Bulalacao.

The roads are well-paved from Calapan City to Bulalacao up to San Jose Occidental Mindoro.

For faster and more convenient mode, air transport is available at San Jose Airport, San Jose Occidental Mindoro. Manila to San Jose route can take at least 45 minutes and another 45 minutes from San Jose to Bulalacao.

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Bualalcao Port

From the Visayas, Caticlan is 3 hours away from Bulalacao Seaport. Fast ferry lines that can accommodate private and cargo vehicles are plying Bulalacao-Caticlan route three (3) times a day.

Within the municipality, the means of transportation is the tricycle with a total of 28 units. There is a municipal terminal located at Campaasan. The parking facility is also located in Campaasan, adjacent to the terminal.

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Illustration showing accessibility of the municipality by different modes of transportation.

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San Jose Airport

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MUNICIPAL ACCESSIBILITY

Route

Mode

San Jose - Manila

San Jose, Occidental Mindoro Airline

Manila - San Jose Paranaque Magsaysay Magsaysay Paranaque

RORO Bus

Bulalacao - Calapan Calapan - Bulalacao Bulalacao - Calapan Calapan - Bulalacao Bulalacao - San Jose San Jose - Bulalacao Within Bulalacao

Schedule Cebu Pacific ETD: 7:10 AM ETA: 8:15 AM 9:00 AM 12:00 NN 4:00 PM 7:00 PM

1hr 5mins

Php 4,000.00 (one way)

12 hrs

Php 1,500.00 (one way)

Scheduled Trip

5 hrs

Php 350.00 (one way)

Van

Regular Trip

5 hrs

Php 350.00 (one way)

Van

Regular Trip

1 hr

Php 150.00 (one way)

Tricycle Motorcycle

Regular Trip

varies

Php 10.00 (minimum)

3 hrs

Php 500.00 (one way)

Fastcraft Vessel Caticlan - Bulalacao

ETD 10:00 AM 10:00 PM 3:00 AM 3:00 PM

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Average Fare

Coaster

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Estimated Travel Time (hrs)

Bulalacao is 189 km. from Calapan City, the provincial capital and 47 km from Roxas, the trading center in the southern part of Oriental Mindoro. There are at least three van operators in the municipality providing transport services to passengers besides other transport facilities from neighboring municipalities passing Bulalacao on their way to the northern or southern parts of the mainland province.

In the urban core, the popular means of transportation is tricycles while in the rural areas are motorcycle/singles, animal pulled carts, hand tractors, and mini trucks.

The port serves as the municipality‘s direct linkage to Caticlan. The famous Boracay Island is about 3 to 3 ½ hours away by a fast ferry leaving Bulalacao 3 times a day. The 8 coastal barangays can be reached both by land and water transport except for the island

ETA 1:00 PM 1:00 AM 6:00 AM 6:00 PM

barangay of Maasin. There are 223 motorboats travelling the coastal areas.

On the other hand, the fish port also offers existing trading activities between the municipality of Bulalacao with Semirara Island, Caluya, Coron, and Cuyo in Palawan.

There are 5 pump boats scheduled 3 times a week for the island of Semirara. Trips to Coron, Cuyo and Caluya are not regular.

TRANSPORT TERMINAL There is only one land transportation terminal in the municipality that accommodates several public utility vehicles like vans, buses, motorcycles, and tricycles. The main area, where it is located, has different facilities to accommodate passengers and tourists like several eateries and commodity stores, apart from being located in one of its urban barangays which is Campaasan.

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POWER AND ELECTRICITY Power is provided by the Oriental Mindoro Electric Cooperative (ORMECO). Though power is available, supply is very unreliable as manifested by power outages practically every day. This condition is considered a weakness and threat to the full economic development of the municipality especially for the processing or manufacturing sector.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS The Post Office in the municipality has only one (1) personnel located inside the Municipal Hall. The absence of a mail transport vehicle makes the delivery of mails inefficient. Mails to far-flung barangays are delivered through trusted residents who dropped by the post office. However, other modes of courier services such as LBC AND To Go are available and are more reliable and faster than the postal service.

There are no telephone outlets (private and public) in the area, however, there are two

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There is also a Cable TV providers operating in the urban area. It airs PTV-4, GMA 7, ABS-CBN, CNN, ANC, DZMM TELERADYO, DZRH TELERADYO, Star Sports, among a few, and one (1) Community Channel where documentary films with social relevance could be aired. These channels could also be accessed thru other service providers such as Cignal and Dream Cable TV. Internet access on the other hand is provided

by SMART and GLOBE networks, however, unlike the signals on cellular phones, the service is not as efficient as in other areas in the region.

With the new technology of prepaid/postpaid broadband and wireless connection, as long as there is an excellent signal of any telecommunication providers, one can access internet service in select sites in the municipality.

There is no regular supply of newspapers and magazine. Newsletters from other municipalities in the province are regularly received thru mail.

I N V E N T O RY O F C O M M U N I C AT I O N T O W E R

CELL SITES NETWORK

LOCATION

OWNERSHIP (Private)

Globe Telecommunications

Balatasan

1

Smart Telecommunications

Balatasan

1

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2

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(2) mobile network companies operating in the municipality: the SMART and GLOBE networks. Coverage is limited resulting in dead spots in some parts of Cabugao, San Isidro, Benli, Bagong Sikat, Milagrosa and Maujao.

On the other hand, some lodging houses have their own telephones, but are only used within the place for personal matters like orders and crew instructions.

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Since there are no other land terminals other than this, residents from other barangays can access the poblacion through public utility vans and buses coming from Calapan and Mamburao by the national road.

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WATER

treatment facilities whichever is applicable.

The urban core enjoys Level III water supply system provided by Bulalacao Water System.

However, in the rural barangays, the water sources available are springs, lakes, rivers, and wells. The most common means of extracting groundwater is having a shared faucet in the community water system.

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Aside from having the Bulalacao Water System, some barangays have a tap stand.

There are also water refilling stations available in barangays San Roque, Poblacion, and Campaasan.

SEWAGE AND WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES The open dumpsite in Barangay Bagong Sikat was closed in compliance with the provision of Ecological Solid Waste Management Act. Waste segregation is required and only a residual containment area is available.

Recyclable materials can be brought to the Material Recovery Facility (MRF).

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In September 2021, the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), the lead agency in the implementation of Solid Waste Management in the country, provides guidance and technical assistance on waste management strategies to LGUs. EMB MIMAROPA Region awarded set of equipment to LGUs including Bulalacao, which were composed of one (1) unit biodegradable waste shredder, one (1) unit rotary drum composter, and one (1) unit solar powered 4G network camera kit.

The EMB MIMAROPA provided a set of equipment to improve the municipality compliance in increasing wastes diversion of solid wastes.

The land use policies of Bulalacao in the CLUP, treatment facility shall be required for liquid wastes generated by business, government, and private establishments.

All types of structures must provide three-chamber septic tank or waste water

The Municipality of Bulalacao has the largest municipal waters in the entire province, and it consists of nine (9) islands declared as Tourist Zones and Marine Reserves by Presidential Proclamation 1801 of then President Ferdinand E. Marcos. With the town’s ridge to reef natural resources, it is home to various flora and fauna. Thus, Bulalacao is rich in biodiversity.

Bulalacao is also home to Hanunuo Mangyans.

Law on ancestral domain is being respected.

Mangrove areas are found in barangays San Juan (48.73 has.), Poblacion (142.47 has.), Balatasan (7.63 has.), Milagrosa (37.62 has.), and San Roque (Soguicay Island with 24.73 has.; Libtong with 4.59 has.; Bar-aw with 10.54 has.; Buyayao with 2.03 has.) with a total of 278.35 hectares.

No mining activity is being allowed within the jurisdiction of the Municipality.

Legal easement has been being enforced step by step as the Municipal Government has already started taking actions in some of the areas of concern.

The Bulalacao LGU supports environmental protection.

Environmental Management Specialist I plantilla position has been created in order to ensure that laws, policies, rules and regulations pertaining to the protection of the environment are properly observed and complied. Some of the efforts being undertaken by this LGU are: approving and implementing the ordinance on No Plastic Policy; ensuring business establishments applying for business permits comply with the sanitation; and environmental protection standards. Although there are no DOTAccredited accommodation establishments yet due to problems on securing Waste Water Discharge from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the MLGU has been lobbying various government offices for the construction of Sewage Treatment Plant (STP).

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LOCAL TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PLAN

Aside from BMPS, a unit of Regional Mobile Force Battalion is also assigned in the Municipality of Bulalacao. They can also be contacted at times of emergency.

The Municipal Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Unit is composed of four (4) plantilla positions and some job order workers. Its office is located in the Municipal Hall of Bulalacao, and it has standby two (2) units of emergency rescue vehicles. The unit was established in order to institutionalize arrangements and measures for reducing disaster risks, including projected climate risks and enhancing disaster preparedness and response capabilities.

Fire protection in Bulalacao is primarily carried out by the local branch of Bureau of Fire Protection located near the newlyconstructed Bulalacao Tourism cum Heritage Center. Firefighting facilities and equipment being used by the local fire bureau consist of one (1) unit of fire truck.

There are four (4) Philippine Coastguards deployed in the Municipality of Bulalacao.

They do not have their own physical office yet as they are on duty at the Bulalacao RORO Port.

Security and safety of the tourists are of prime importance in the tourism industry. It is very important to create an atmosphere that the tourists would feel that they are safe, welcomed and comfortable with.

There are health facilities in the municipality (apart from barangay health centers in each barangays)—the Rural Health Units (RHU), the Bulalacao Community Hospital and Bulalacao District Hospital which are publicly-owned.

They are located in the urban barangays, MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

ENVIRONMENT The Municipality of Bulalacao has the largest municipal waters in the entire province, and it consists of nine (9) islands which been declared as Tourist Zones and Marine Reserves by Presidential Proclamation 1801 of then President Ferdinand E. Marcos. With the town’s ridge to reef natural resources, it is a home to various flora and fauna. Thus, Bulalacao is rich in biodiversity.

Bulalacao is also a home to Hanunuo Mangyans. Law on ancestral domain is being respected. No mining activity is being allowed within the jurisdiction of the Municipality. Legal easement has been being enforced step by step as the Municipal Government has already started taking actions in some of the areas of concern. At the time this plan is being formulated, the Forest Land Use Plan (FLUP) is also being crafted to ensure the proper utilization and protection of such resources.

The Bulalacao LGU supports environmental protection.

Environmental Management Specialist I plantilla position has been created in order to ensure that laws, policies, rules and regulations pertaining to the protection of environment are properly observed and implemented. Some of the efforts being undertaken by this LGU are: approving and implementing the ordinance on No Plastic Policy, ensuring business establishments applying for business permits comply with the sanitation and environmental protection standards. Although there are no DOTAccredited accommodation establishments yet due to problems on securing Waste Water Discharge from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the MLGU has been lobbying to various government offices for the construction of Sewage Treatment Plant (STP).

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The Bulalacao Municipal Police Station (BMPS), located at the center of Barangay Poblacion handles the daily peace and order condition in the Municipality. The BMPS is also supported by Barangay Police personnel who also patrol at night time, particularly those from Barangays Campaasan and Poblacion.

For mobilization purposes, the BMPS has two (2) units of Police Patrol Cars.

Poblacion and Campaasan, respectively.

Resident doctors, nurses and midwives operate these health institutions.

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INSTITUTIONAL

364 350

Talisay

Dangkalan

11

12

370

Maasin Island

08

356

404

Bagong Sikat Falls

07

Parawanan Beach

425

Buyayao Island

06

10

419

Suguicay Island

05

381

389

Tambaron Island

04

Loboc

199

407

Pocanil Rock Formation

03

09

189

361

Balatasan

02

151

108

136

195

192

132

138

181

194

164

337

Bulalacao Bay Park

Historical and Cultural Value

RANK

01

Uniqueness and Natural Beauty

305

307

368

336

329

304

277

361

326

355

304

265

292

235

321

298

353

270

293

339

366

463

432 408

Availability of Basic Facilities

Accessibility

CAT E G O RY

257

321

285

227

234

301

316

308

320

444

392

428

280

288

465 414

408

368

380

468

Ownership of Property

408

420

427

410

Availability of Onsite Facilities

A C T I V E T O U R I S M S TA K E H O L D E R S

(AS PARTNER OF MTIEDU IN TOURISM DEVELOPMENT)

TOURISM SITE

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484

496

484

496

508

500

496

2,167

2,169

2,241

2,314

2,346

2,367

2,444

2,484

2.562

600 492

2,578

2,648

2,790

508

512

516

Quality of Surroundings

TOTAL SCORE

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MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO

ORIENTAL MINDORO

ORIENTAL MINDORO

334 389 355 344 410 402 356

Maujao Long Beach

Aslom Island

Abintang

Liwagao Island

Target Island / Alibatan

Silad Island

Caguray River

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

177

217

209

268

305

221

245

209

Accessibility

215

176

185

170

210

201

294

307

Availability of Basic Facilities

145

136

159

148

185

172

281

212

Present in the workshop were representatives from the local government such as personnel

340

396

356

436

324

336

348

360

Ownership of Property

456

468

476

460

496

540

476

456

Quality of Surroundings

1,801

1,910

1,914

1,939

1,990

1,993

2,087

2,088

TOTAL SCORE

The full summary of results and the top 10 tourism sites are in the table above. Values in colors indicate the tourism sites that gained the highest points per category.

from tourism, treasury, and planning offices as well as tourism sectoral groups (e.g. travel companies, resort owners, boat operators, tour guides, etc.).

Availability of Onsite Facilities

Each tourism site is evaluated against seven categories namely: Uniqueness and Natural Beauty, Historical and Cultural Value, Accessibility, Availability of Basic Facilities, Availability of Onsite Facilities, Ownership of Property, and Quality of Surroundings.

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115

119

113

115

134

109

152

Historical and Cultural Value

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Determining areas that have the greatest potential for tourism is critical for tourism planning. In this section, top tourism sites of Bulalacao were determined through a workshop conducted in April of 2022. In the said workshop, participants identified and ranked the 20 tourism sites of Bulalacao according to Site Evaluation guidelines of Tourism Development Plan Guidebook.

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RANKING TOURISM SITES

392

Bangkaso

RANK

13

Uniqueness and Natural Beauty

TOURISM SITE

CAT E G O RY

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SUGUICAY ISLAND

This oblong-shaped island is 1.70 nautical miles away from sitio Bancal separated by a channel. The word Sugui Cay came from the Japanese words which meant beautiful seas.

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CHAPTER TWO

GOALS, OBJECTIVES, AND STRATEGIES

When planning a trip to Mindoro, most people think of Puerto Galera. Aside from its proximity to Metro Manila and white sand beaches, Puerto Galera also offers nightlife activities to tourists and locals. For people who prefer quieter places with island hopping destinations, Bulalacao will definitely give you one of the best island hopping experiences here in the Philippines. For stressed city dwellers looking for a break, this is a very idyllic place.

Hence, the planning committee would like to maintain the serenity and innocence of the place. Their vision for Bulalacao is to be…

“A community of empowered, healthy and morally upright families, living in a sustainably built and natural environment, propelled by vibrant economy and administered by decent, proactive and responsible public servants.”

And their mission is to be..

A BEAUTIFUL AND BOUNTIFUL BULALACAO! The Eco Agro Tourism Hub of Mindoro Island Valued Producer of Renewable Energy The Gateway to Southern Philippines An Established Special Economic Zone An Investor’s Haven in MIMAROPA Region

TARGET ISLAND

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SWOT ANALYSIS To achieve the vision and mission, the tourism council of Bulalacao identified the municipality’s Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats to guide the tourism stakeholders in determining what they do well; address what is lacking; seize opportunities; and minimize risks.

STRENGTHS • Ridge to reef tourism sites (e.g., islands, dive sites, longest coastline, biodiversity) • Proximity to other tourist destinations in the province and in other regions • Rich Mangyan culture • Accessibility from Manila • Longest dry season • Presence of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) • Absence of red district • Presence of Class A seawater • Presence of RoRo port

• Absence of Tourism Plan and Tourism Code • Privately-owned islands • Poor internet connectivity • Lack of skilled workers for tourism jobs • Poor implementation of existing rules and regulations • Inactive Municipal Tourism Council • Inadequate investment to support tourism industry • Inadequate livelihood opportunities in tourism

OPPORTUNITIES • Availability of local and foreign tourism investors • Additional routes covered by RoRo port • Additional tourism activities (water sports activities, river cruise, river bike, diving sites, farm tourism (experiential tourism), trekking, spelunking, mountain climbing)

• Presence of more variety of fish

• Funding and program support from NGAs, PPPs, IDOs

• Availability of variety of local produce

• Social media promotions

• Increased availability of tourism facilities

• Desalination technology

• Efficient and effective COVID-19 management

• Strong partnership & linkages

• Archipelagic municipality

• Availability of technical workers

• Alternative sources of livelihood for constituents

• Presence of Loboc Ecological Park (bird watching, wildlife sanctuary, river cruise, floating restaurants, Dacutan viewdeck)

WEAKNESSES

• Alternative power energy

• Bulalacao Eco-bay Park

• Land tenure insecurity (i.e., no land titles)

• Museum

• Insufficient accommodation facilities/ tourism support facilities

• Nightlife activities

• Unstable power and water supply

THREATS

• Inadequate manpower and financial resources for the tourism office

• Insurgency

• Weak solid and liquid waste management and environmental compliance

• Environmental Degradation

• Lack of community consciousness on proper waste management (in resorts, barangays) • Absence of fare matrix

• Hazards, Natural Calamities, Disease Outbreaks

TOURISM GOALS 01

02

03

04

05

To be the Eco-Agro Tourism Hub of Mindoro Island

To improve Safety, Mobility, and less circuitous access to tourist sites

Sustainable and resilient ecotourism development

To improve tourism employment

To maximize the role of ICT in the Tourism Industry

TARGET ISLAND

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STRENGTH - OPPORTUNITY STRATEGIES • Develop the ridge-to-reef tourism industry • Develop areas/tap existing farm tourism (hydroponics; upland barangays; dragonfruit farming) • Designate a focal person for culture and heritage under the MTO • Digital transformation: engage in social media promotion; website for booking of the ridge to reef tourism activities • Tap college students for digital transformation and promotion (website; promotional materials) • Tap local investors for tourism support facilities (convenience stores, etc) • Tap foreign investors and funding from NGAs to increase accessibility from

Manila (projects for travel facilitation) • Organize indigenous people for cultural immersion and handicraft-making • Capitalize on the islands’ long coastline for watersports activities • Tap HEIs for strong partnerships and linkages in research and development.

STRENGTH - THREATS STRATEGIES • Maintain the absence of a red district to inhibit prostitution • Improve financial literacy and resiliency • Disease outbreak: complete vaccines for constituents; healthy individuals • Visble LGU’s basic services • Maximize the presence of HEIs for IEC in tourism to discourage insurgency and

TOURISM OBJECTIVES 01 To uplift the living conditions of the families belonging to the 30% bottom

02

03

04

To provide the community opportunities for wholesome leisure and recreation for the promotion of physical and emotional growth

To provide strong infrastructure to establish economic trading links, tourism and agricultural development

To formulate a tourism master plan and adopt the same for implementation

environmental degradation • Improve road safety

WEAKNESSES - OPPORTUNITIES STRATEGIES • Capitalize on foreign investors and PPP to address the need for accommodation facilities, communication technology, utilities, and support industries • Tap funding and program support from non-governmental agencies (NGAs) and international donor associations (IDOs) to address the lack of skilled human resource; tap TESDA, PCG, PRC, MDRRMO, DOST, DTI • Offer PPP for tourism development of privately owned islands • DOT Accredited Homestays and Airbnb

STRENGTH - THREATS STRATEGIES • Create standards for climate and disasterresilient accommodation facilities to minimize/lessen the impact of natural calamities • Provide CapDev and livelihood opportunities in tourism to help those living below the poverty threshold • Develop and promote livelihood opportunities in tourism as an alternative for environmental degradation activities (charcoal-making, illegal fishing, illegal logging) • Intensify IEC for environmental policies to address environmental degradation; reward system for eco-friendly barangays (best practices) • Increase capacity to implement the plan

SILAD ISLAND

The island boast of white sand, big rocks, corals, shells, oyster and an ideal hatching place for turtles. This island measures 2.5 hectare and the surrounding water is suited for fishing and scuba diving.

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CHAPTER THREE

STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS/STRATEGIES & PROGRAMS, PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES

S T R AT E G I E S The Municipality of Bulalacao, with its goal of a sustainable and resilient ecotourism development, aims to adapt the cluster strategy to achieve its tourism development goals. Clustering is geared towards increasing the economic viability of the municipality’s attractions and offer value-formoney to its tourists.

A specific clustering strategy that will be employed is the Tourism Circuits. Tourism circuits aims to provide tourists with a more rewarding experience and allows for the opportunity to increase tourism visits to all destinations within the circuit.

The Municipality of Bulalacao has identified and prioritized five (5) tourism circuits that will be utilized to promote the municipality’s tourist destinations.

BUYAYAO ISLAND

SUGUICAY ISLAND

MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

of the locality and allow for tourists to immerse in the history and culture of the locality and the local indigenous people or the Hanunuo Mangyan Tribe.

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Dubbed the “Ekultoura” Circuit, this circuit is geared towards the promotion of the ecological and cultural sites of Bulalacao. This circuit will highlight the unspoiled natural resources and wildlife of Bulalacao with captivating sceneries

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The Farm Circuit aims to highlight agricultural riches of the municipality and provide a unique experience where tourists can visit the rich fruit and vegetable farms, and taste delicious

seafood and local delicacies whilst enjoying the scenic beach and nature escapes of the municipality.

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MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

physically challenging experience with sensory stimulation, highlighting the inland riches.

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The Nature Adventure Circuit is geared towards attracting tourists with interests in adventure activities such as cliff diving and caving. The circuit aims to provide tourists

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The Island-Hopping Circuit features the major islands and islets within the municipality.

Tourists have the opportunity of visiting the beautiful islands of Bulalacao depending on

their preferred activities and length of stay.

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various water-related activities such as parasailing, boating, snorkeling, and kayaking among others.

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The Beach and Watersports tourism circuit highlights the beach stretches of the municipality where tourists can partake in

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The following tables presented in this spread are the possible tourist activities per circuit identified in the earlier sections of TABLE 09

this chapter. Activities are enumerated per circuit component in all major tourist sites and secondary tourist sites.

“ E K U LT O U R A ” C I R C U I T P O S S I B L E T O U R I S T A C T I V I T I E S

CIRCUIT COMPONENTS

POSSIBLE ACTIVITIES MAJOR TOURIST SITES

Bulalacao Eco-Bay Park Dacutan, Balatasan Bagong Sikat Falls Loboc River Cruise

Biking, Food Trip Trekking, Swimming, Cultural Immersion Trekking, Hiking, Caving, Swimming Kayaking, Bird Watching, Floating Restaurant, Ruins

SECONDARY TOURIST SITES Abintang TABLE 10

Sunrise viewing, View Deck, Hiking, Banti Tiangge (Tue/Thu) FARM CIRCUIT POSSIBLE TOURIST ACTIVITIES

CIRCUIT COMPONENTS

POSSIBLE ACTIVITIES MAJOR TOURIST SITES

Pocanil Beach and Rock Formation Tambaron Island Buyayao Island

Tour, Indian Mango Picking, Tuba Production Organic Agri Farming, Fruit Picking, Poultry Raising, Bird Watching, Seashell picking Coconut Farming

SECONDARY TOURIST SITES Mango Plantation Festin Paradise Resort TABLE 11

Mango Picking, Picnic, Tour Fruit Picking, Fishing (Fishpond), Picnic, Organic Farming

N AT U R E A D V E N T U R E C I R C U I T P O S S I B L E T O U R I S T A C T I V I T I E S

CIRCUIT COMPONENTS

POSSIBLE ACTIVITIES MAJOR TOURIST SITES

Bagong Sikat Falls Pocanil Buyayao Island Loboc

Swimming, Trekking Cliff Diving, Kayaking, Swimming, Boating Scuba Diving, Kayaking, Swimming, Boating, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Fishing, Pedal Boating River Cruise, Kayaking, Birdwatching SECONDARY TOURIST SITES

San Roque Beaches Banli Proper Caguray River Abintang

Swimming and Watersports Activities Shopping Swimming Viewdeck MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

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ISLAND-HOPPING CIRCUIT POSSIBLE TOURIST ACTIVITIES

POSSIBLE ACTIVITIES

Buyayao Island

Camping, Diving, Swimming

Suguicay Island

Camping, Swimming

Balatasan Beach

Kayaking, Snorkeling, Diving, Floating Cottages Snorkeling, Badminton, Camping, Volleyball, Hiking, Bird Watching, Monkey Watching Swimming, Snorkeling

Tambaron Island Maasin Island

SECONDARY TOURIST SITES Aslom Island

Swimming, Snorkeling

Silad Island

Swimming, Snorkeling

Target Island

Swimming, Snorkeling

Bislig Beach

Swimming, Kite Surfing, Camping Paddle Boarding

Liwagao Beach

Swimming, Snorkeling

TABLE 13

CIRCUIT COMPONENTS

B E A C H A N D WAT E R S P O RT S C I R C U I T POSSIBLE TOURIST ACTIVITIES

POSSIBLE ACTIVITIES MAJOR TOURIST SITES

Pocanil Beach Resort

Tambaron Island

Cliff Diving, Kayaking, Swimming, Boating Scuba Diving, Kayaking, Swimming, Boating, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Fishing, Pedal Boating Scuba Diving, Kayaking, Swimming, Boating, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Fishing, Windsurfing, Banana Boating, Parasailing Floating Cottages, Swimming, Boating, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Paddle Boarding, Fishing Swimming, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving

Liwagao Island

Snorkeling, Swimming, Scuba Diving

Maasin Island

Swimming, Snorkeling

Buyayao Island Suguicay Island Balatasan

SECONDARY TOURIST SITES Maujao Long Beach

Swimming

Bangkaso Island

Swimming

Talisay Beach

Swimming, Snorkeling

Caratao Lake

Boating, Kayaking, Fishing, Pedal Boating

South Drive Beach

Swimming

Target Island

Swimming, Snorkeling

Silad Island

Swimming, Snorkeling

Aslom Island

Swimming, Snorkeling

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CIRCUIT COMPONENTS

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IDENTIFICATION OF PROGRAMS, PROJECTS, AND ACTIVITIES

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procurement of garbage trucks;

Programs, projects, and activities (PPAs) are the possible means to achieve the set goals and objectives. In the PPA identification workshop, group activity was conducted to determine PPAs for each circuit developed from the previous workshop. Participants listed down possible PPAs that will contribute to the achievement of the municipality’s tourism goals and objectives.

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establishment of a sanitary landfill

A plenary session was held to reconcile concerns over the proposed PPAs. Thereafter, a short list of PPAs per circuit were established:

additional

6. Pass an ordinance to establish fare matrix 7. Intensify coordination with internet services providers to increase internet coverage in the area 8. Continue coordination with TESDA for tourism-related trainings 9. Construct boardwalk and floating cottage and restaurant at Loboc 10. Procure kayak, paddle boats and other vessels for riverwater activities 11. Plant mangrove trees in Loboc river

ECO-CULTURAL CIRCUIT 1. Secure permit from or agreement e.g., MOU or MOA with land owners or LGU to legally operate business in the area 2. Provide solar panels as renewable source of energy to island resort operators (as loan, for payment)

12. Construct a stairway to Dacutan viewdeck and huts, snackbar, etc.

13. Construct a zipline or cable car from Dacutan to Loboc 14. Construct a ferris wheel in Bulalacao Bay Park

3. Construct a water system to pump water from the mainland to the islands

15. Establish a campsite (complete with eco-adventure activities for teambuilding) in Abintang

4. Increase budget department

tourism

16. Construct safety rails/measures in Bagong Sikat Falls

5. Implement solid waste management programs such as:

17. Establish a material recovery facility or trash collection bins in Bagong Sikat Falls

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•

•

for

the

enactment of an ordinance to reduce solid waste generation e.g., “no plastic”; intensification of IEC to encourage HHs to segregate wastes at source; procurement of machinery/ equipment to convert plastic wastes into bricks or blocks;

18. Develop the cave in Bagong Sikat for tourism purpose 19. Establish a camping site in Bulalacao Bay Park 20. Construct a chapel with museum attractions in Loboc

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2. Training of First Aid, Basic Life Support, Water Search and Rescue for Establishments 3. Incorporate Emergency Plan for Tourism in MDRRMO and Municipal health 4. Insurance for Tourism Establishment

6. Registration of tourist boats for island hopping 7. Construction of free Wi-Fi and stable networks 8. Promote kite surfing & wind surfing at Bislig, Balatasan

BEACH AND WATER SPORTS CIRCUIT 1. Establishment of Isolation Facilities

NATURE ADVENTURE CIRCUIT 1. Creation of website for promotion

2. Strict Implementation of RA 9003 – Ecological Solid Waste Management

2. Zipline or stairway from Dacutan to Loboc

3. Procurement of Garbage Truck for Regular Collection of Waste

3. Training of personnel for trail guide

4. Establishment of Government-owned Accommodation Facilities & Resto

4. Construction and establishment of mini stores at Abintang, Benli, Caguray and Bagong Sikat Falls 5. Provision of horses and stable to be used for upland trekking

5. Creation of Emergency Hotline 6. Establishment of BPO/Economic Park 7. Construction of Renewable Energy Source

6. Construction of hanging bridge from Bagong Sikat Falls to cave 7. Construction of cottages/campo site at Caguray River 8. Parasailing

ISLAND HOPPING CIRCUIT 1. Water sports activity in ALL islands 2. Construction of convenience stores for tourists 3. Construction of wellness hub services such as massage, spa, and salon 4. Training for lifeguards and first aiders MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

Newly identified PPAs and old PPAs from previous workshops conducted last year were consolidated before ranking. After consolidation, each group is tasked to provide a weight percentage for each municipality’s tourism goal to be used in ranking all of the PPAs. In total, there are 78 PPAs. The full list of PPAs is found in table 14.

Goal-Achievement Matrix GAM) method was utelized to prioritize and rank the consolidated list of PPAs.

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1. Coordination with Municipal DA for trainings and seminars in agrotourism

5. Construction of building offices for lifeguard in different tourist spots

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AGRO-FARM CIRCUIT

MAASIN ISLAND

The island covers 90 hectares. A 30-meter deep channel could be found between this island and Tambaron Island. It is situated at the southeastern part of the Municipality of Bulalacao, and is 7 km. from the town proper.

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IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR PRIORITY PROGRAMS, PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES

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The previous chapter discussed the PPA identfication workshop in which the participants identified 47 additional PPAs. In this chapter, these PPAs together with the previously identified PPAs (a total of 78) will be discussed particularly its ranking for priority implementation.

Realization and implementation of all 78 PPAs is unimaginable considering financial restrictions of the municipality. To streamline this, all PPAs were ranked to determine which requires prioritization.

Ranking of tourism projects is achievable with the use of Goals Achievement Matrix (GAM).

TABLE 14

RANK

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RANKING OF PROGRAMS, PROJECTS, AND ACTIVITIES

This matrix determines which of these projects contribute substantially to achieve the goals and objectives of this Tourism Development Plan which was discussed in Chapter Two. Each group assigned a corresponding weight for each tourism goal with the total weight equating to 100%. Then each project is rated using the project rating scale prescribed by the guidebook, considering how this certain project contribute to the achievement of a goal. This rating multiplied by the weight of the tourism goal yields a number that mathematically represents the importance of the PPA. The output worksheets per group can be viewed in the annex section. The result of the PPA ranking workshop is summarized below.

RANKING OF PROGRAMS, PROJECTS, AND ACTIVITIES WORKSHOP 4 OUTPUT

PROGRAMS, PROJECTS, AND ACTIVITIES

WORKSHOP GROUP 01

02

03

04

05

TOTAL SCORE

1

Training program for lifeguards, first aid respondents, trail guides, Basic Life Support, Water Search and Rescue for Establishments

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.94

2

Creation of website for promotion of Bulalacao

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.88

3

Construction of building or office for lifeguards

3.00

2.78

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.87

4

Register tourist boats for island hopping

3.00

3.00

2.70

2.70

2.70

2.85

5

Completion of the Formulation of the Tourism Master Plan

3.00

3.00

2.10

2.10

2.10

2.79

6

Establishment of Government-owned Accommodation Facilities & Resto

3.00

2.55

2.70

2.70

2.70

2.76

7

Establishment of a Grand Terminal

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.75

8

Creation of a Tourism Office

3.00

2.03

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.73

9

Construction of an airport

3.00

3.00

2.80

2.80

2.80

2.71

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Bulalacao Ecological Park

2.70

3.00

2.80

2.40

2.55

2.69

11

Conduct of Mobilization of MARINA Services

3.00

2.50

2.70

2.40

2.85

2.69

12

Granting tourism investment incentives programs to attract business via passing the investment and incentives code

3.00

3.00

2.30

2.40

2.70

2.68

13

Construction of commercial spaces (e.g. convenice store, wellness hub)

3.00

3.00

2.90

2.20

2.25

2.67

14

Conduct of tour packaging seminar, destination marketing and promotions.

3.00

3.00

2.70

2.00

2.55

2.65

15

Establishment of a Tourist Assistance Desk and Deployment of Manpower

3.00

2.33

2.10

3.00

2.70

2.63

16

Formulation of Emergency Plan for Tourism (Health and Natural Hazards)

3.00

3.00

1.80

2.60

2.70

2.62

17

Conduct of Product Development Seminars to Community-Based Rural Tourism Organization

2.80

3.00

3.00

2.00

2.25

2.61

18

Conduct of tourism-related skills trainings with National Certificates

3.00

2.33

3.00

2.00

2.70

2.61

19

Explore other funding sources for the tourism department

3.00

2.33

2.70

2.40

2.55

2.60

20

Provide/construct solar panels as renewable source of energy to island resort operators (as loan, for payment)

3.00

3.00

2.40

2.00

2.35

2.55

21

Intensify coordination with Telecoms to increase internet coverage in the area including free WiFi

3.00

3.00

1.60

2.40

2.70

2.54

22

Implement solid waste management programs such as 1) enactment of an ordinance to reduce solid waste generation e.g., "no plastic"; 2) intensification of IEC to enjcourage HHs to segregate wastes at source; 3) procurement of machinery/ equipment to covert plastic wastes into bricks or blocks; 4) procurement of additional garbage trucks; 5) establishment of a sanitary landfill; 6) Operation of MRF

3.00

3.00

2.10

2.00

2.55

2.53

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04

05

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23

Creation of Tourism Information Desk at every main attractions and take-off points

3.00

2.33

2.10

3.00

2.20

2.53

24

Creation of Emergency Hotline

3.00

2.70

2.10

1.80

3.00

2.52

25

Secure permit from or agreement e.g., MOU or MOA with land owners or LGU to legally operate business in the area

3.00

2.80

2.70

1.60

2.35

2.49

26

Development of Potential Tourism Sites

3.00

3.00

1.20

2.40

2.70

2.46

27

Construction of Floating Restaurant

3.00

2.55

1.40

2.80

2.55

2.46

28

Establishment of water sports activities (e.g. parasailing, scuba diving)

3.00

2.55

1.90

2.60

2.25

2.46

29

Expansion of RORO Port

2.60

3.00

2.00

2.20

2.40

2.44

30

Procure kayak, paddle boats and other vessels for riverwater activities

3.00

2.58

1.80

2.40

2.40

2.44

31

Conduct of Mobilization of DOT Mobile Accreditation

2.40

2.80

3.00

2.20

1.55

2.39

32

Construct stairway to Dacutan viewdeck and huts, snackbar, etc.

2.60

3.00

2.40

2.40

1.55

2.39

33

Creation of Plantilla Positions for Tourism Officer and Tourism Staff

2.00

2.33

3.00

2.20

2.40

2.39

34

Establishment of Mangyan School of Living Traditions

3.00

3.00

1.20

1.80

2.85

2.37

35

Rehabilitation / improvement of roads,access roads, diversion road, parking areas, path/ board walks and trails leading to attractions

2.70

2.40

2.40

2.20

2.10

2.36

36

Construct safety rails/measures in Bagong Sikat Falls

3.00

2.25

2.00

2.20

2.35

2.36

37

Construct a water system to pump water from the mainland to the islands

3.00

2.13

2.10

2.00

2.55

2.36

38

Formulation and Implemetation of Tourism Code and its Internal Rules and Regulations

2.90

2.33

1.90

2.00

2.55

2.34

39

Establishment of a Culture and Arts Center

2.60

2.35

1.80

2.40

2.40

2.31

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02

03

04

05

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Agro-tourism trainings and serminars

3.00

2.33

1.90

1.60

2.70

2.31

41

Production of Official Promotional Video and Photos

3.00

2.03

1.60

2.20

2.70

2.31

42

Printing of Promotional Materials (brochures, leaflets, coffeebook)

3.00

2.03

1.60

2.20

2.55

2.28

43

Construction of Zipline/Cable car

3.00

3.00

1.30

2.60

1.45

2.27

44

Provision of horses and horse stables for upland trecking

2.00

2.70

1.70

2.40

2.55

2.27

45

Establishment of Pasalubong and Packaging Center

3.00

2.35

1.20

2.40

2.40

2.27

46

Formulation and Implementation of Environmental Users Fee Code

2.70

2.33

1.90

1.80

2.45

2.24

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Construct a chapel with museum in Loboc

3.00

2.25

1.50

2.20

2.10

2.21

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Plant mangrove trees in Loboc

2.80

2.35

1.50

1.80

2.55

2.20

49

Develop cave in Bagong Sikat for toursim purposes

2.60

2.40

2.00

1.60

2.40

2.20

50

Insurance/subsidy for Tourism Establishment

3.00

2.35

1.90

1.60

2.10

2.19

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Conduct of Tourism Month

3.00

2.33

1.00

2.00

2.55

2.18

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Reclamation of Fish Port Area

1.80

3.00

1.90

2.20

1.90

2.16

53

Construction of a Recreation Center

2.90

2.35

1.80

1.80

1.90

2.15

54

Establish a campsite in Abintang and Caguray River, and Bulalacao Bay Park

3.00

2.55

1.80

1.40

1.90

2.13

55

Participation to Provincial, Regional, and National Fairs

2.10

2.03

1.70

2.40

2.40

2.13

56

Installation of Mooring Buoys to Diving/ Snorkeling Sites

2.90

2.70

1.80

2.20

1.00

2.12

57

Installation of Solar Streetlights to Along Road Leading to Tourism Areas

2.80

2.25

2.10

1.20

2.15

2.10

58

Pass an ordinace to establish fare matrix

1.00

3.00

1.70

2.00

2.55

2.05

59

Creation of Cultural Group

2.20

2.33

1.30

2.20

2.20

2.05

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02

03

04

05

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Construction of Mini Zoo at Tambaron Island

3.00

2.33

1.50

1.40

1.95

2.04

61

Establishment of Isolation Facilities

2.40

2.85

0.40

1.80

2.70

2.03

62

Celebration of Biniray Festival

1.50

2.33

1.70

2.00

2.55

2.02

63

Establishment of Material Recovery Facilities to Tourism Areas

2.80

1.80

2.40

0.80

2.25

2.01

64

Construction of Balatasan-Tambaron-Maasin Bridge

3.00

1.95

2.40

2.20

0.40

1.99

65

Installation of Signages (Direction, Information, and Safety)

3.00

2.25

1.50

2.00

1.10

1.97

66

Conduct of Cultural Mapping and Documentation of all Cultural Properties

2.90

1.83

0.70

1.60

2.50

1.91

67

Improvement/ Construction of comfort rooms on tourist attractions

2.80

1.95

1.80

0.80

2.15

1.90

68

Conduct of Founding Anniversary Celebration

2.40

0.98

1.70

1.60

2.70

1.88

69

Establishment of Pocanil Rock Climbing

2.30

1.88

0.40

1.80

2.40

1.76

70

Participation to the Province Founding Anniversary

1.80

0.98

1.70

1.60

2.70

1.76

71

Construction of hanging bridge from bagong sikat falls to cave.

-0.10

1.65

2.00

2.40

1.85

1.56

72

Installation of Floating Docks to Jump-Off Points and Tourists Attraction

1.90

3.00

-0.20

2.20

0.85

1.55

73

Establishment of BPO/Economic Park

2.40

1.20

-1.00

2.00

2.85

1.49

74

Conduct of Cultural Integration to Academic Institutions

1.80

2.03

1.00

1.00

1.50

1.47

75

Construct a ferris wheel in Bulalacao Bay Park

0.10

1.80

1.10

1.20

1.95

1.23

76

Construction of Bulalacao Landmark

2.30

0.23

1.90

-1.20

1.10

0.87

77

Construction of Boundary Landmarks

2.80

0.23

1.90

-1.20

0.50

0.85

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Reclamation of Lot Adjacent to Tyanggehan

3.00

-1.20

-0.90

0.80

2.05

0.75

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To further streamline the list of PPAs for implementation, the planning team consolidated the projects and activities into bigger programs. Some PPAs that were identified in the previous workshop were found to have almost identical nature, thus the consolidation.

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Criteria for project prioritizationg outlined in Tourism Guidebook was used to identify projects that are urgent, essential, necessary, desirable, acceptable, and which of these are considered deferrable.

The table below summarizes all the 78 PPAs consolidated into 26 Programs and projects.

RANKING OF PROGRAMS, PROJECTS, AND ACTIVITIES WORKSHOP 4 OUTPUT

Conduct of Tourism-related trainings and seminars (Agro-Tourism, Product Development, Tour Packaging, Destination Marketing and Promotions, Community-Based Rural Tourism, TESDA Skills Training (wellness, hospitality, etc.)

Conduct of tour packaging seminar, destination marketing and promotions.

Conduct of Product Development Seminars to Community-Based Rural Tourism Organization Conduct of tourism-related skills trainings with National Certificates Agro-tourism trainings and serminars

02

Improvement of Bulalacao Emergency Services Training program for lifeguards, first aid respondents, trail guides, Basic Life Support, Water Search and Rescue for Establishments Construction of building or office for lifeguards Formulation of Emergency Plan for Tourism (Health and Natural Hazards) Establishment of Isolation Facilities Creation of Emergency Hotline

03

Creation of website and promotional materials Creation of website for promotion of Bulalacao Production of Official Promotional Video and Photos Printing of Promotional Materials (brochures, leaflets, coffeebook)

04

Completion of the Formulation of the Tourism Master Plan

05

Establishment of Policy Foundation for Local Tourism Industry Formulation and Implemetation of Tourism Code and its Internal Rules and Regulations Pass an ordinace to establish fare matrix Granting tourism investment incentives programs to attract business via passing the investment and incentives code Secure permit from or agreement e.g., MOU or MOA with land owners or LGU to legally operate business in the area

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CONSOLIDATING PROGRAMS, PROJECTS, AND ACTIVITIES

06

Establishment of a Grand Terminal

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Formulation and Implementation of Environmental Users Fee Code

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07

Establishment of Tourism Office, Tourism Assistance and Information Desk including deployment of staffs and manpower Creation of a Tourism Office Creation of Plantilla Positions for Tourism Officer and Tourism Staff

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Establishment of a Tourist Assistance Desk and Deployment of Manpower Creation of Tourism Information Desk at every main attractions and take-off points 08

Construction of Bulalacao airport

09

Bulalacao Ecological Park

10

Adaption of MARINA Services Conduct of Mobilization of MARINA Services Register tourist boats for island hopping Conduct of Mobilization of DOT Mobile Accreditation Explore other funding sources for the tourism department (for deletion)

11

Provision of alternative source of electricity and installation of streetlights Provide/construct solar panels as renewable source of energy to island resort operators (as loan, for payment) Installation of Solar Streetlights to Along Road Leading to Tourism Areas

12

Intensify coordination with Telecoms to increase internet coverage in the area including free WiFi

13

Implementation of solid waste management programs Implement solid waste management programs such as: 1. enactment of an ordinance to reduce solid waste generation e.g., "no plastic"; 2. intensification of IEC to enjcourage HHs to segregate wastes at source; 3. procurement of machinery/ equipment to covert plastic wastes into bricks or blocks; 4. procurement of additional garbage trucks; 5. establishment of a sanitary landfill; and 6. Operation of MRF Establishment of Material Recovery Facilities to Tourism Areas

14

Development of Potential and Existing Tourism Sites Development of Potential Tourism Sites Establishment of Government-owned Accommodation Facilities & Resto Construction of commercial spaces (e.g. convenice store, wellness hub) Construction of Floating Restaurant Installation of Signages (Direction, Information, and Safety) Improvement/ Construction of comfort rooms on tourists attractions Construction of Bulalacao Landmark Construction of Boundary Landmarks (San Roque and Milagrosa) Plant mangrove trees in Loboc Establishment of water sports activities (e.g. parasailing, scuba diving) Procure kayak, paddle boats and other vessels for riverwater activities Installation of Mooring Buoys to Diving/Snorkeling Sites Provision of horses and horse stables for upland trecking Installation of Floating Docks to Jump-Off Points and Tourists Attraction Construct stairway to Dacutan viewdeck and huts, snackbar, etc.

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Construct safety rails/measures in Bagong Sikat Falls Construction of Zipline/Cable car Develop cave in Bagong Sikat for toursim purposes

Construction of Balatasan-Tambaron-Maasin Bridge Establishment of Pocanil Rock Climbing Construction of hanging bridge from bagong sikat falls to cave.

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Establishment of Culture and Arts Center Construct a chapel with museum in Loboc Establishment of Mangyan School of Living Traditions Establishment of a Culture and Arts Center

16

Expansion of RORO Port

17

Rehabilitation / improvement of roads,access roads, diversion road, parking areas, path/board walks and trails leading to attractions

18

Construct a water system to pump water from the mainland to the islands

19

Establishment of Pasalubong and Packaging Center

20

Insurance/subsidy for Tourism Establishment

21

Celebration of Annual Tourism-Related Activities Conduct of Tourism Month Participation to Provincial, Regional, and National Fairs Celebration of Biniray Festival

22

Conduct of Founding Anniversary Celebration Participation to the Province Founding Anniversary Conduct of Presevation of Cultural History Activities Creation of Cultural Group Conduct of Cultural Mapping and Documentation of all Cultural Properties Conduct of Cultural Integration to Academic Institutions

23

Reclamation of Fish Port Area

24

Construction of a Recreation Center

25

Establishment of BPO/Economic Park

26

Reclamation of Lot Adjacent to Tyanggehan

RANKING CONSOLIDATED PROGRAMS, PROJECTS, AND ACTIVITIES After consolidating all 78 programs, projects, and activities into 26 PPAs, the planning team reevaluated the corresponding Goal Achievement Matrix Score. To determine the new set of priority PPAs, the GAM scores of all tourism projects under a program were MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

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Construction of Mini Zoo at Tambaron Island

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Establish a campsite in Abintang and Caguray River, and Bulalacao Bay Park

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Completion of the Formulation of the Tourism Master Plan

3.00

3.00

2.10

3.00

2.85

2.79

02

Establishment of a Grand Terminal

3.00

3.00

3.00

2.20

2.55

2.75

03

Construction of Bulalacao airport

3.00

3.00

2.80

2.20

2.55

2.71

04

Bulalacao Ecological Park

2.70

3.00

2.80

2.40

2.55

2.69

05

Adaption of MARINA Services

2.85

2.66

2.78

2.50

2.38

2.64

06

Improvement of Bulalacao Emergency Services

2.88

2.87

2.06

2.44

2.73

2.60

07

Establishment of Tourism Office, Tourism Assistance and Information Desk including deployment of staffs and manpower

2.75

2.25

2.55

2.70

2.58

2.57

08

Conduct of Tourism-related trainings and seminars (Agro-Tourism, Product Development, Tour Packaging, Destination Marketing and Promotions, CommunityBased Rural Tourism, TESDA Skills Training (wellness, hospitality, etc.)

2.95

2.66

2.65

1.90

2.55

2.54

09

Intensify coordination with Telecoms to increase internet coverage in the area including free WiFi

3.00

3.00

1.60

2.40

2.70

2.54

10

Creation of website and promotional materials

3.00

2.35

2.07

2.27

2.75

2.49

11

Expansion of RORO Port

2.60

3.00

2.00

2.20

2.40

2.44

12

Rehabilitation / improvement of roads, access roads, diversion road, parking areas, path/ board walks and trails leading to attractions

2.70

2.40

2.40

2.20

2.10

2.36

01

02

03

04

05

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02

03

04

05

TOTAL SCORE

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Establishment of Policy Foundation for Local Tourism Industry

2.52

2.69

2.10

1.96

2.52

2.36

14

Construct a water system to pump water from the mainland to the islands

3.00

2.13

2.10

2.00

2.55

2.36

15

Provision of alternative source of electricity and installation of streetlights

2.90

2.63

2.25

1.60

2.25

2.33

16

Establishment of Culture and Arts Center

2.87

2.53

1.50

2.13

2.45

2.30

17

Establishment of Pasalubong and Packaging Center

3.00

2.35

1.20

2.40

2.40

2.27

18

Implementation of solid waste management programs

2.90

2.40

2.25

1.40

2.40

2.27

19

Insurance/subsidy for Tourism Establishment

3.00

2.35

1.90

1.60

2.10

2.19

20

Reclamation of Fish Port Area

1.80

3.00

1.90

2.20

1.90

2.16

21

Construction of a Recreation Center

2.90

2.35

1.80

1.80

1.90

2.15

22

Development of Potential and Existing Tourism Sites

2.54

2.27

1.70

1.82

1.86

2.04

23

Celebration of Annual Tourism-Related Activities

2.16

1.73

1.56

1.92

2.58

1.99

24

Conduct of Preservation of Cultural History Activities

2.30

2.06

1.00

1.60

2.07

1.81

25

Establishment of BPO/Economic Park

2.40

1.20

-1.00

2.00

2.85

1.49

26

Reclamation of Lot Adjacent to Tyanggehan

3.00

-1.20

-0.90

0.80

2.05

0.75

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INSTITUTIONAL LINKAGES

FIGURE 01: Institutional Linkages

IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

programs.

INTERNAL IMPLEMENTING AGENCIES ROLES AND FUNCTIONS

Local Development Council. Approve and prioritize the proposed PPAs.

The Local Government Unit of Bulalacao.

As the lead government agency that will formulate and approve the plan, allocate and seek funding sources and oversee the management and full implementation of the identified PPAs.

Planning Committee. Ensure that the PPAs will be included in the LDIP.

Local Chief Executive. Over-all in-charge of the PPAs and approve all the documents pertaining to tourism development.

Sangguniang Bayan. Responsible for the passage of an ordinance allocating funds/ budget related to tourism development plan Municipal Tourism, Investment and Enterprise Development Unit. Coordinate with the different sectors, lined agencies, stakeholders and offices regarding the planning and implementation of the PPAs. Bulalacao Municipal Tourism Council. The policy making body for the planning and implementation of the tourism development

Finance Committee. Recommend for the allocation of funds for the approved PPAs. Private Sector. This includes those involved in tourism service businesses. They shall participate actively in the tourism planning process and provide support for the full implementation of the tourism plans and programs of the LGU. They shall provide tourist friendly facilities, services and activities at a reasonable price.

EXTERNAL PARTNER AGENCIES ROLES AND FUNCTIONS The Provincial Government of Oriental Mindoro (PGOM). The PGOM shall provide counterpart resources for the full implementation of the plan. Identified MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO

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Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).

Facilitate registration of private investors.

Assist small and medium enterprise in product and market development. Provide counterpart resources and technical assistance for the establishment of demosite facilities.

Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Prepare studies, construct and maintain roads and other infrastructure within their mandate.

Department of Agriculture (DA). The DA shall provide technical assistance and funding for the construction of agri-tourism road leading to agri-tourism sites.

National Telecommunications Commission (NTC). Ensure efficient and reliable telecommunication services and provision of facilities and services in unserved areas.

Philippine National Police. Ensure peace and order in the municipality.

OVERSIGHT AND COORDINATING AGENCIES Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG). Provide coordination in planning and implementation of local development programs in the LGU. Department of Budget and Management (DBM). Facilitate budget releases and provide advice on issues and problems related to budget.

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INVESTMENT PROGRAMMING AND FINANCING Funds for the implementation of the programs, projects, and activities shall be sourced from the regular budget of the LGU, external funding through General Appropriations Act, agencies involved, and budget from the convergence projects of national government agencies such as the TRIPPC, DTI, DA, etc.

The LGU shall appropriate funding for the tourism projects acquired through the IRA, Development Fund or local revenues.

The LGU may present to the different partner agencies the approved plan. The LGU shall request to the partner agencies the inclusion of the prioritized PPAs in their annual investment plan for funding and endorsement to higher national agencies.

Tourism investments shall be carried out by both private and public sectors to attain sustainable development. The private sector shall be tapped for public-private partnership projects or joint venture agreements. The LGU may enter into a contract with the private sector like provision of financial support, technical and other operational support. Private sectors may donate to the LGU or provide grants to finance the identified PPAs. Private sectors are the key players for a successful delivery of a worldclass tourism facilities and services.

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Department of Tourism (DOT). The DOT shall provide counterpart resources and technical assistance on the assessment of the tourism assets and projects, marketing and promotions of the tourism products and undertake capability training programs for the tourism frontline services.

National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA). Review and evaluate programs and projects for RDC endorsement to appropriate agencies.

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PPAs shall be incorporated in the local development investment plan of the province.

BALATASAN LONG BEACH Aside from being the jump-off point going to Maasin and Tambaron Island, this long stretch of white sand beach in Brgy.

Balatasan boasts of clear waters perfect for swimming and water activities.

Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

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PRIORITY CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS

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In order to achieve the goals of the TDP, capacity development is necessary to enrich the skills of the implementors and stakeholders to successfully achieve the identified PPAs. The Municipality of Bulalacao has a vast tourism potential and in order to fully maximize this potential, the main implementing office of the TDP, which the Municipal Tourism Office, must be strengthened.

In order to realize the tourism plans of Bulalacao, support legislations are needed in order to ensure that the capacity development needs will be addressed. This includes the following:

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1. Approval of funds to implement the capacity building programs in the TDP thru the Sangguniang Bayan; 2. Strengthen implementing capacity of the Municipal Tourism Office; 3. Institutionalization of municipal tourism code for Bulalacao; 4. Incentives/Reward system for ecofriendly and sustainable barangays (best practices); and 5. Incentives investments.

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tourism-related

Building the capacity of the Municipal Tourism Office of Bulalacao must be a priority for the local government of Bulalacao and its stakeholders since the office will perform core functions, solve problems, and lead the tourism development in the municipality.

The table below shows the capacity building assessment matrix based on the PPAs identified in the previous chapters.

Hanunuo Mangyan performing a courtship dance I mage Source: Martin San Diego of smile.cebupacificair.com

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Outsourcing of website developer; creating a digital marketing plan; training of MTO staff

Conduct of formal training; annual trainings and seminars

Creation of website and digital marketing plan for Bulalacao tourism; training/ seminar of MTO staff for maintenance of website Conduct of tourism training for MTO/ associations for a more efficient daily operations of boat tours

Tour guides, tourism operators, and boatmen’s lack of knowledge in basic first aid, life support, search and rescue

Limited online presence and marketing of Bulalacao Tourism; lack of manpower to manage the website Municipal Tourism Office lacks capacity and manpower to organize the associations Communities need to be constantly reminded regarding proper waste management

Training program for lifeguards, first aid respondents, trail guides, Basic Life Support, Water Search and Rescue for Establishments

Creation of website for promotion of Bulalacao

Organizing tourist boats for island hopping and tours

Improve community consciousness on proper waste management (in resorts and barangays)

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Clear guidelines in barangays; reward system for eco-friendly communities

Training through MARINA/ WASAR (Coast Guard)/ Red Cross

Crafting the TDP; workshops with Tourism Development Council

No Tourism Development Plan yet (prerequisite)

Creation of municipal tourism code

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Community meetings; posters; constant announcements

Community guiding training/workshops

Workshop and seminars; technical assistance from academe/tourism experts

Hiring of local manpower; technical skills training

Hiring of manpower with technical skills to support and help oversee the tourismrelated activities in Bulalacao

Limited manpower to conduct regular monitoring of tourism-related activities in Bulalacao

Hire additional manpower for the Municipal Tourism Office

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Capacity Building Intervention Recommended To Address Gaps

Perceived Skills/

C A PA C I T Y B U I L D I N G A S S E S S M E N T M AT R I X

Priority Programs, Projects, and Activities (PPAs)

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Training and workshops for MTO; Technical assistance from academe/ tourism planning experts

FGDs, creation of a planning team to address the gap

09

Absence of a masterplan/overall strategic direction on how to organize, manage, and maximize the tourism potential of Bulalacao

Completion of the Formulation of the Tourism Master Plan

Community guiding training/workshops

Conduct of FGDs, planning, and workshops to properly assess how to offer farm tourism.

Lack of knowledge on how to maximize farm tourism potential

Develop areas for farm tourism (dragonfruit farming; upland barangays)

08

Priority Capacity Building Intervention

Community guiding training/workshops

Opportunity for indigenous people for livelihood and for cultural showcase

Organize indigenous people for cultural immersion

07

Capacity Building Intervention Recommended To Address Gaps Organize indigenous people; orientation/ seminars

Perceived Skills/

Priority Programs, Projects, and Activities (PPAs)

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Continuous monitoring and evaluation; community building

Public orientation training; housekeeping training

Creation and implementation of tourism development plan

Increase accommodation establishments; promote accredited homestays

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Desired Outcome

Increase employment from tourism related industries

TDP goals are achieved

M: 3 F:3 M: 15 F: 15

Increase employment from tourism related industries

M: 15 F: 15

Increase employment from tourism related industries

Readiness of tour operators; boatmen; and island associations to respond in case of emergency

Enhanced social media presence; improved digital marketing

One day (Quarterly) Staff of the Municipal Tourism Office Two days MTO; Tourism associations

Organize training and seminar (with TESDA); Meals Php 25,000

Three days MTO; Tourism associations

Two days Tour guides; local businesses related to tourism

Three days MTO; Tour and boat operators; association representatives

Three days Staff of the Municipal Tourism Office

Five days Staff of the Municipal Tourism Office

Implementation Details

Meeting meals Php 20,000

Organize trainings and seminars (Red Cross/ Coastguard/ MARINA); Meals Php 80,000 Organize trainings and seminars; Meals Php 40,000 Organize training and seminar (with TESDA); Meals Php 80,000

Seminar, Transport, Meals Php 60,000

Transport, Meals, Training Php 150,000

Resource/ Budget Requirements

requirements, number of participants, and implementation details to reach the desired targets from the Capacity Building Assessment Matrix.

Enhanced technical skills on lobbying; marketing; effectively implementing the TDP

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MTO; potential homestay providers

MTO

MTO; locals/ willing participants

TESDA training for locals (i.e., massage therapist; food and beverage service; front desk services, etc.)

Skills enhancement of support services for tourism

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M: 10 F:10

MTO

Tour associations; tour guides; tourism operators

Improved tourism employment

04

M: 15 F: 15

First aid and lifeguard training

Improved safety in tourism sites

03

M:3 F:3

Boat & tour operators; island association representatives

MTO

Target No. Target Office of Participants

M:3 F:3

02

Study tour and benchmarking in other municipalities/cities; trainings and seminars for community guiding and Filipino Brand of Service training Technical training on effective digital and social media marketing. Tap social media marketers

Priority Capacity Building Intervention

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corresponding interventions. It indicates the contribution of the LGU’s capacity to reach Bulalacao’s tourism goals and desired outcomes. It also shows the resource

MTO

Maximize role of ICT in the tourism industry

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Tourism Sectoral Goal

Hiring and improving skills MTO staff

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From the points in the Capacity Building Assessment Matrix, a more detailed capacity intervention plan was made. The plan ensures that the knowledge gaps are addressed with

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POCANIL ROCK FORMATION

The rock formation is located adjacent to Pocanil Beach Resort, which serves as the jump-off point going to Buyayao Island. The Pocanil Rock Formation is ideal for rappelling, rock climbing and spelunking activities.

Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

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GOAL 01

Approved Tourism Master Plan

Other Tourism-related skills training (TESDA)

Trail Guide Training Tour packaging Seminar Destination Marketing and Promotions Product Development Seminar Community-based Rural Tourism Organization • Agro-Tourism seminars

• • • • •

Conducted Tourism-related trainings and seminars

Success Indicator

TA B L E 1 9

Approved Tourism Master Plan

At least 3 training activities per year

Municipal Planning Office/ Tourism Planning Office

Municipal Tourism Office, Municipal Agriculture Office, Environmental Management Specialist

Data Source to Assess Performance

Tourism Master Plan

After Activity reports, accomplishment reports, photo documentation, roster of trained individuals

Collection Methods

Every 10 years, review every 5 years

Semi-annual

Frequency

MPDO

MTO

Responsibility

The monitoring and evaluation tool below helps assess the performance of the Local Tourism Committee in generating outputs, outcomes, and impacts relative to the implementation of the TDP.

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A periodical review of every five (5) years or as deemed necessary will be conducted to ensure that the Tourism Development Plan is relevant and consistent with the Municipality’s Development Goals and existing policies and laws in all levels of government.

Targets per Indicator

The Municipal Tourism Council, through the Bulalacao Tourism Office, shall endeavor to monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the strategies, programs, projects, and activities outlined in the Tourism Development Plan.

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Pasalubong and Packaging Center operational

Fish port area reclaimed

Constructed water system to pump water from mainland to islands

Established Pasalubong and Packaging Center

Reclaimed fish port area

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100% water system constructed to prioritized areas

Existence of the Bulalacao Ecological Park

Environmental Users Fee Code Approved

• Approved Tourism Code and IRR • Fare Matrix Ordinance passed • Investment and Incentives Code approved • MOU/MOA/Permits secured with land owners

Targets per Indicator

Bulalacao Ecological Park Operational

Environmental Users Fee Code

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• Tourism Code and its Internal Rules and Regulations • Fare Matrix Ordinance • Tourism Investment and Incentives Code • Permint/MOU/MOA with land owners or LGU to legally operate

Established Policy Foundation for Local Tourism Industry

Success Indicator

Municipal Planning Office

Tourism Council

MENRO/CEO

Municipal Planning Office/ Engineering Office, Business Permit and Licensing Office

Municipal Tourism Office, Municipal Planning Office, Municipal Assessors Office, Municipal Treasury Office, Municipal Environmental Specialist, Municipal Sanggunian on Tourism, Commerce Trade and Industry

Data Source to Assess Performance

Annually

Annually

Annually

Annually

Progress Reports, MOA/ MOU with service provider After Activity Reports, Policy establishing Center, Periodical Reports Accomplishment Reports, Progress Reports, Photo Documentation

Annually, Once approved, review every 5 years

Frequency

Accomplishment reports, Business permits issued in the area

Signed Ordinances, Signed MOA/MOU/ Permits Issued

Collection Methods

MPDO

MTO

MENRO

MPDO

MTO, Municipal Sanggunian on Tourism, Commerce, Trade and Industry

Responsibility

LOCAL TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PLAN

Success Indicator

Creation of Emergency Hotline

Lifeguard Training, Basic Life Support and First Aid Water Search and Rescue Construction of Building/Office for lifeguards • Formulation of Emergency Plan for Tourism (Health and Natural Hazards) • Establishment of Isolation Facilities

• • • •

Improvement of Bulalacao Emergency Services

Success Indicator

GOAL 02

Reclaimed lot adjacent to tyanggehan

Constructed recreation center

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Annually

After Activity Reports, Accomplishment Reports, Photo Documentation

Municipal Planning Office

Annually

Accomplishment Reports, Progress Reports, Photo Documentation

Municipal Planning Office, Municipal Engineering Office

Frequency

Collection Methods

Data Source to Assess Performance

MPDO

MPDO

Responsibility

• At least 1 training conducted per year • Constructed lifeguard office • Approved emergency plan for tourism • Identified isolation facility for tourists • Existence of emergency hotline

Targets per Indicator

Municipal Tourism Office, DRRM Office, Municipal Health Office, Municipal Engineering Office

Data Source to Assess Performance

After Activity Reports, Accomplishment Reports, Photo Documentation

Collection Methods

Annually

Frequency

MTO, DRRMO, MHO, MEO

Responsibility

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Reclamation completed

Recreation center operational

Targets per Indicator

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25% of roads, parking areas, path/ board walks and trails improved

Improved/ rehabilitated roads including parking areas, path/board walks and trails leading to attractions

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Expanded RORO Port Operational

• at least 3 island resort operators provided with solar panels • at least 3 tourism sites provided with solar streetlights on roads

Tourist Boats Registered

Local Tourism Council

Municipal Planning Office

Municipal Planning Office, Municipal Engineering Office

Municipal Tourism Office

After Activity Reports, Accomplishment Reports, Photo Documentation

Municipal Planning Office, Municipal Engineering Office

Facility Constructed and operational

After Activity Reports, Accomplishment Reports, Photo Documentation

After Activity Reports, Accomplishment Reports, Photo Documentation

Posting of Local Hotlines, Presence of Operations Center, Accomplishment Reports

After Activity Reports, Accomplishment Reports, Photo Documentation, Certificates/Permits issued

Collection Methods

Data Source to Assess Performance

Targets per Indicator

Expanded RORO port

Installation of solar streetlights along road leading to tourism areas

• Provide/construct solar panels as renewable source of energy to island resort operators

Provision of Alternate Source of Electricity and Installation of Street Lights

Conduct of Mobilization of DOT Mobile Accreditation

• Conduct of MARINA Services • Register Tourist Boats for Island Hopping

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Adaption of MARINA Services

Existence of Bulalacao airport

Success Indicator

Annual

Annually

Annually

Annually

Annually

Frequency

MPDO

MPDO

MPDO

MTO

MPDO

Responsibility

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Success Indicator

GOAL 03

• government-owned accommodation facilities and resto • commercial spaces (convenience store, wellness hubs • floating restuarants • directional, information and safety signs • comfort rooms at tourist attractions • Bulalacao Landmark • Boundary Landmarks (San Roque and Milagrosa) • Mangrove Trees at Lomboc • Water sports activities (e.g. parasailing, scuba diving) • Riverwater activity equipment (paddle boats, kayak) • Zipline/Cable Car

Potential Tourism Sites Developed

Establishment of a Culture and Arts Center

• chapel w/ museum in Loboc • Establishment of Mangyan School of Living Traditions

Establishment of Culture and Arts Center

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25% of potential sites for development accomplished

Culture and Arts Center Establishments Operational

Targets per Indicator

Tourism Council

Municipal Tourism Office

Data Source to Assess Performance

Accomplishment Reports, Photo Documentations,

Accomplishment Reports, Photo Documentations

Collection Methods

Annually

Annually

Frequency

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MPDO

MTO

Responsibility

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Established economic park

Established BPO/ Economic Park

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Funding Source available for insurance/subsidy

25% of potential sites for development accomplished

Targets per Indicator

Insurance/subsidy accessible for tourism establishments

Ferris Wheel at Bulalacao Bay Park

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• Mooring Buoys to Diving/Snorkeling Sites • Horses and Stables for Upland Trekking • Floating Docs to Jump-Off Points and Tourist Attractions • Stairway at Dacutan viewdeck and husts, snackbar, etc.

• Safety rails/measures in Bagong Sikat Falls • Improvement of Cave in Bagong Sikat • Campsite in Abintang, Caguray River, and Bulalacao Ecological Park • Mini Zoo at Tambaron • Balatasan-Tambaron-Maasin Bridge • Pocanil Rock Climbing • Hanging Bridge at Bagong Sikat Falls to Cave

Potential Tourism Sites Developed

Success Indicator

Municipal Planning Office

Municipal Planning Office, Municipal Tourism Office, Municipal Treasurer’s Office

Tourism Council

Data Source to Assess Performance

Annually

Annually

Business Permits Issued, Accomplishment Reports, Zoning classification

Annually

Frequency

Accomplishment Reports, Annual Investment Plans, Reports on Beneficiaries, Photo Documentation

Accomplishment Reports, Photo Documentations,

Collection Methods

MPDO

MPDO

MPDO

Responsibility

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Success Indicator

Tourism Month Provincial, regional, and National Fairs Biniray Festival Founding Anniversary Celebration Provincial Founding

Cultural Integration to Academic Institutions

• Cultural Group created • Cultural Mapping and Documentation of all Cultural Properties

Preserved Cultural History

Creation of Tourism information Desk at every main attractions and take-off points

• Creation of Tourism Office • Creation of plantilla position for Tourism Officer and Staff • Establishment of Tourist Assistance Desk and Deployment of Manpower

Established Tourism Office, Tourism Assistance and Information Desks

• • • • •

Tourism-Related Activities Observed/ Celebrated

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Cultural integrations to academic institutions observed

• Created Cultural Groups • Cultural Mapping and Documentation of Cultural Properties Conducted

established tourism information desks at main attractions and takeoff points

• Ordinance creating Tourism Office • Ordinance creating plantilla positions • Established tourism assistance desk

Tourism-Related Activities Observed or Celebrated

Targets per Indicator

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Municipal Tourism Office, Municipal Planning Office

Municipal Tourism Office, Municipal Sanggunian for Tourism, Commerce, Trade and Industry, Municipal Planning Office

Municipal Tourism Office

Data Source to Assess Performance

Policies, Results of Cultural Mapping, Inventory of Cultural Properties, Lesson Plans, After Activity Reports, Photo Documentations, Accomplishment Reports

Passed Ordinances, Appointment of Tourism Officer and staff, photo documentation of information desks, accomplishment reports, scheduling memo and attendance logbooks of assigned personnel at tourism desks

After Activity Reports, Accomplishment Reports, Photo Documentations

Collection Methods

Annually

Annually

Annually

Frequency

MTO

MTO

MTO

Responsibility

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ORIENTAL MINDORO

MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO

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MENRO

Data Source to Assess Performance

Accomplishment reports, after activity reports, photo documentations

Collection Methods

Annually

Frequency

At least 3 sites with free wi-fi connection

• 25% improvement in internet coverage

Promotional materials available

• Operational website • Official Municipal videos and photos published

Targets per Indicator

Operational Website Published videos and photos, promotional materials

MOA/MOU with telecoms, accomplishment reports, photo documentation

Municipal Planning Office, MTO, Municipal Sanggunian on Tourism, Commerce, Trade and Industry

Collection Methods

Municipal Planning and Dev’t Office, Municipal Tourism Office

Data Source to Assess Performance

Annually

Annually

Frequency

MTO, MPDO

MTO

Responsibility

MENRO

Responsibility

M A X I M I Z E R O L E O F I N F O R M AT I O N A N D C O M M U N I C AT I O N T E C H N O L O G Y (ICT) IN THE TOURISM INDUSTRY

Operational MRF

• 10% reduction in waste generation • At least 3 conducted IEC activities • Procured machinery and equipment • Operational sanitary landfill

Targets per Indicator

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Intensified telecoms internet coverage including free wi-fi

• Website promotion for Bulalacao • Production of Promotional Materials Printing of promotional materials (brochures, leaflets, coffee table book)

Active Website and Published Promotional Materials

Success Indicator

MRF Operation

reduction of waste generation IEC to segregate at source Equipment for waste conversion Additional garbage trucks Sanitary landfill

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• • • • •

Solid waste management programs implemented

Success Indicator

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ABINTANG

Abintang is a breathtaking view deck from the uphill of Bulalacao. This area provides a panoramic view of the seascapes of Buyayao and Suguicay Islands, as well as Semirara Island in Antique.

Image Source: travelorientalmindoro.ph

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The tourism industry and destinations are clearly sensitive to climate variability and change. Climate defines the length and quality of tourism seasons and plays a major role in destination choice and tourist spending. In many destinations, tourism is closely linked with the natural environment. Climate affects

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a wide range of the environmental resources that are critical attractions for tourism, such as wildlife productivity and biodiversity, water levels, and quality. Climate also has an important influence on environmental conditions that can deter tourists, including infectious disease, wildfires, insect or waterborne pests (e.g., jellyfish, algae blooms), and extreme events such as tropical cyclones.

The following pages of this chapter discusses the existing hazards in tourism sites of Bulalacao, mitigation strategies, and adaptation strategies.

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The purpose of Disaster Risk Reduction Climate Change Action (DRR-CCA) integration plan is to enhance the capacity of the tourism industry and its stakeholders to cope with the hazards and minimize the impacts of disasters and climate change.

Pocanil Rock Formation Bagong Sikat Falls Tambaron Island Karambingan Islet Suguicay Island Loboc Sunken Church Maasin Silad Island Aslom Island Target Island Bangkaso Islet Buyayao Island

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CRITICAL STRATEGIES The following strategies will be adopted in the plan prioritization and implementation:

3. Project sustainability; 4. Capitalize on available technology; and 5. Continuing advocacy.

CHALLENGES The identified challenges are as follows: 1. Complementing but still separate structures, policies on DRR-CCA; and 2. Convergence of numerous DRR-CCA initiatives in the municipality.

WAY FORWARD The following are the priority measures to be done to achieve the stated goals: 1. Regular revisiting and updating the municipal CLUP and other LGU development framework/plan; 2. The 15 barangays to include DRRCCA in the barangay development plan and provide DRRM-related budget; 3. Project evaluation and development, investment programming, and the plan implementation; 4. Developing an information support system; and 5. Implement RA 10121, RA 9593 and RA 9729

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2. Complementation, multi-stakeholder partnership, networks, strong publicprivate partnership;

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1. Build on existing process and structures;

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IMAGE A: UP SURP Planning Team paying courtesy visit to Municipal Administrator Mr. Gideon B. Abuel . April 11, 2022. Bulalacao Municipal Hall, Bulalacao.

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IMAGE B: Entrance Conference held at Tourism cum Heritage Center, Bulalacao. April 11, 2022.Tourism Center, Bulalacao.

IMAGE C: Attendees of the two-day tourism planning workshop. Participants include industry stakeholders, tourism and planning office, and UP SURP Planning Team. April 25, 2022. Tourism Center, Bulalacao.

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IMAGE D: Workshop 2, identification of tourism circuits. Participants were divided into groups, each group was assigned with a particular theme. April 24, 2022. Tourism Center, Bulalacao.

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IMAGE E: Workshop 3, identification of Programs, Projects, and Activities per tourism circuit. Island-Hopping Circuit group presenting their proposed PPAs in a plenary. April 25, 2022. Tourism Center, Bulalacao.

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IMAGE F: Ekultoura Circuit Group output for Workshop 3.

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IMAGE F: Island Hopping Circuit Group output for Workshop 2. April 24, 2022. Tourism Center, Bulalacao.

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LIST OF TABLES

LIST OF MAPS

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Table 01: Summary of Guest Arrival Data from 2014-2019

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MIMAROPA Map

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Table 02: Guest Arrival

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Mindoro Island Map

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Table 03: Inventory of Tourism Support Facilities and Services

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Oriental Mindoro Map

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Bulalacao Map

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Table 04: Inventory of Tourism Support Facilities and Services, Other Tourist Facilities

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Bulalacao Tourism Map

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Mode of Transportation

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Table 05: Active Tourism Stakeholders

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Island-Hopping Circuit

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Table 06: Municipal Accessibility

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Ekultoura Circuit

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Table 07: Inventory of Communication Tower

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Farm Circuit

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Table 08: Summary of Site Evaluation and Ranking

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Nature Adventure Circuit

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Table 09: Ekultoura Circuit Possible Tourist Activities

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Beach and Watersports Circuit

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Table 10: Farm Circuit Possible Tourist Activities

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Table 11: Nature Adventure Circuit Possible Tourist Activities

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Table 12: Island-Hopping Circuit Possible Tourist Activities

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Table 13: Beach and Watersports Circuit Possible Tourist Activities

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Table 14: Ranking of Programs, Projects, and Activities

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Table 15: Consolidated Programs, Projects, and Activities

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Table 16: Ranking of Consolidated Programs, Projects, and Activities

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Table 17: Capacity Building Assessment Matrix

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Table 18: Capacity Development Plan

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Table 19: Monitoring and Evaluation

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Table 20: Tourism Hazard Susceptability

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Table 21: Disaster Risk Reduction - Climate Change Action Plan

LIST OF FIGURES Figure 01: Institutional Linkages

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Aslom

Target

Karambingan

Silad

Maasin

Tambaron

CONTRIBUTORS

Buyayao

Jay-Ar D. Alejandro Norbeth S. Barbacion Mafel Myda Y. Gonzales Mignonette B. Lara Jerome Rey M. Osorio

PLANNING TEAM

Suguicay

Liwagao

UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES SCHOOL OF URBAN AND REGIONAL PLANNING

Lee M. Patarlas TEAM LEAD

Wilmalyn V. Falcunaya Zareena Trixia I. Lamberte Niña Jeselle S. Magpile Alvin John A. Pajo Crisanto A. Sarmiento Andrea Mystica D. Vicente

ISLANDS OF BULALACAO BY: AJ AMORANTE PAJO

CHAPTER ONE: TOURISM PROFILE

LOCAL TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PLAN

ASLOM ISLAND

The famous part of this island is the sand bar with white sand crystals. Part of the island is a good place for ships to anchor during storms. A big cave could be found at the southeastern part of the island.

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MUNICIPALITY OF BULALACAO ORIENTAL MINDORO