Photo Credit: DOTPlunge into the captivating depths of the country’s underwater marvels as the Philippine International Dive Expo (PHIDEX) returns on February 23 to 25, 2024 at the World Trade Center (WTC) in Pasay City. Hailed as the country’s largest platform for the diving community, PHIDEX prides itself on its value-added components, making it a not-to-be-missed event for diving enthusiasts worldwide.
Dubbed as the only dive show in the region, PHIDEX 2024 goes beyond merely showcasing the country's finest dive spots. With its Dive Travel Exchange (TRAVEX) business-to-business (B2B) meetings, Dive Conference, and post-event dive familiarization tours, it sets the stage for meaningful exchanges and collaborations in the industry.
The latest edition of PHIDEX comes on the heels of the Philippines’ recent victories in the dive industry. In 2023, the World Travel Awards recognized the Philippines as the World's Leading Dive Destination, marking its fifth straight win as Asia's Leading Dive Destination. This is a testament to the collective efforts to preserve and promote the dive industry by stakeholders from the local government, the private sector, and various dive communities.
Themed "Heart of Asia's Diving: Collaboration for the Ocean Community," PHIDEX 2024 aims to showcase the Philippines' competitive edge as a diving destination. It provides an avenue for stakeholders to connect, network, and generate investments for local and international experts to share industry knowledge and best sustainable practices for ocean tourism in a global context.
Diving is a key priority for the Department of Tourism (DOT) as part of its multi-dimensional tourism approach. This is evident in a series of successful dive-related initiatives launched across the country, further cementing the Philippines' position as a premier diving hotspot.
These initiatives include the Anilao Underwater Shootout in Batangas, the DIVE7 Festival series, Davao Dive Expo, NorthMin Dive, Cebu Travel Catalogue, BHOLDEX, MisOr Dive Festival, Samal Island Dive Safari, Bay Deep Mati Freediving Festival, and the inaugural Philippine Tourism Dive Dialogue held in Cebu last September, among others.
For the exhibition component of PHIDEX 2024, the DOT has partnered with Underwater 360, organizer of the Asia Dive Expo (ADEX), the longest-running and largest dive expo in Asia. This collaboration aims to elevate the event's impact and reach across the region.
Over 100 exhibitors, representing dive resorts, dive shops, training agencies, insurance companies, equipment manufacturers, marine conservation associations, and National Tourism Organizations are expected to join the expo. This vast array of participants showcases the comprehensive nature of the event, offering something for everyone in the diving community.
For inquiries, please contact the PHIDEX Secretariat at phidex@tourism.gov.ph. Prospective exhibitors can reach out to Mr. Desmond Ho, Regional Business Manager of Asian Geographic Magazines Pte Ltd /Asia Dive Expo/Underwater 360 ASIA, via desmond@asiangeo.com and desmond@uw360.asia.
Overall, PHIDEX 2024 is more than just a dive expo—it's a celebration of the Philippines' thriving dive industry. By bringing together various stakeholders, this event aims to foster a collaborative environment that enriches the diving community and promotes sustainable ocean tourism.
Dive into the heart of Asia at the Philippine International Dive Expo 2024. Discover the underwater marvels of the Philippines, network with diving industry experts, and participate in sustainable ocean tourism initiatives. Join us from February 23 to 25, 2024, at the World Trade Center.
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