The Department of Tourism (DOT) is ready for the influx of tourists not just in Balangiga, Eastern Samar, but also in the rest of Eastern Visayas following the return of the iconic Balangiga bells to the quaint seaside town. ADVERTISEMENT“In time for the Christmas season, this is one of the best gifts the region could ask for,” she said. Puyat expects the Balangiga bells to significantly boost tourism in the town, located in the southern part of Eastern Samar province and about 97 kilometers from Tacloban City in Leyte. The regional tourism chief said they would accredit “homestay” units to address the lack of accommodation for visitors in Balangiga. For Saturday’s event, local officials urged residents to accommodate guests who would stay overnight in the town.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer December 15, 2018 23:26 UTC