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The search for Miss Tourism Philippines 2026 has officially commenced, signaling a renewed commitment to celebrating culture and inspiring positive change within the pageant scene. Spearheaded by Amelia “AmyTony” Sunio-Abarquez, this year’s event was unveiled at an energetic press gathering at Victorino’s Restaurant in Quezon City, capturing the attention of pageant enthusiasts nationwide. Candidates hoping to compete for the coveted crown must meet strict but purposeful criteria, including a minimum height of 5’4”, an age range of 18 to 28, single status, Filipino citizenship, and completion of high school. However, they require more than physical attributes; hopefuls must also show poise, confidence, and genuine dedication to tourism advocacy. To participate, applicants must submit a comprehensive set of requirements: an entry form, birth certificate, high school diploma, headshot, full-body photograph, and both a swimsuit and a cocktail dress. All updates and further details are bei...

More than 30 candidates have confirmed their participation at the Miss Tourism Asia International 2018 pageant which will be held in Manila later this year. Amy Sunio-Abarquez, CEO and President of Miss Tourism Philippines Philippines, Inc., says that the pageant is in search of global beauties who will help advance responsible and sustainable tourism worldwide. "MTAI envisions itself as an Asian center stage for diverse beauties from around the world where they will get to showcase the resplendence of their nation's citizens, culture, crafts and cuisine," says Abarquez. who will be working alongside with philanthropist and businessman Antonio B. Abarquez, chief financial officer. Among the countries that have confirmed participation in the international pageant are Philippines, South Africa, Ghana, Namibia, Liberia, Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Lebanon, Albania, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegov...

Amelia "Amy" Sunio-Abarquez, philanthropist and organizer of the Miss Tourism Philippines beauty pageant, has called on other beauty contest organizers to prove the people that they are for real and not just for show. "There’s so many pageant these days and it’s so hard to gain the trust of people. Sana dapat tayong mga involve sa pageants, hindi lang tayo dapat kumikita. Let us show them that our advocacy is for real," said Abarquez in an exclusive interview in Pasig City recently. Joining Abarquez in the team is Antonio "Tony" Abarquez, an entrepreneur and civic leader. Amelia also said: "Critics have the right to bash us but we really need to show them that we are for real. Heto kami. Hopefully, in the near future, we will gain the trust and confidence of the people. We really have to earn our stars." She added: "Pageants are here to help translate the dreams of candidates into reality." Amelia said that the Miss To...