DOT Region 2 Holds Final Deliberation for DAYAW Awards 2026
he Department of Tourism (DOT) Region 2 successfully conducted the final deliberation for the DAYAW Awards 2026: The Regional Tourism Excellence Awards on July 29, 2026, bringing together the distinguished members of the Board of Judges composed of representatives from partner agencies and institutions, including the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Region 2, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region 2, Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DepDev) Region 2, Philippine Information Agency (PIA) Region 2, and the academe.
Held at the DOT Region 2 Conference Hall in Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, the final deliberation marked the culmination of a rigorous and comprehensive evaluation process aimed at identifying this year’s outstanding tourism champions across Cagayan Valley.
The DAYAW Awards, the region’s premier tourism recognition program, honors exceptional individuals, organizations, local government units, tourism enterprises, and community-based initiatives that have demonstrated excellence, innovation, and meaningful contributions to the sustainable growth and development of the tourism industry in Region 2. Through this initiative, DOT Region 2 continues to foster a culture of excellence and encourage tourism stakeholders to champion quality service, innovation, sustainability, and responsible tourism practices.
The deliberation commenced with an orientation for the members of the Board of Judges, providing an overview of the DAYAW Awards 2026 objectives, award categories, evaluation guidelines, scoring system, and assessment procedures. The orientation ensured that all entries would be reviewed based on a uniform set of criteria, promoting a fair, transparent, and objective selection process.
Following the orientation, the Board of Judges proceeded with the presentation and evaluation of nominees from the various award categories. Each nomination, including its supporting documents and accomplishment reports, was carefully reviewed and assessed based on the prescribed qualifications and evaluation criteria. Through thorough discussions and deliberations, the judges examined the impact, significance, and sustainability of the initiatives and contributions of each nominee toward advancing tourism development in the region.
The Board then conducted the consolidation and validation of evaluation scores to determine the highest-ranking nominees for each category. The careful tabulation process ensured the accuracy and integrity of the results, reflecting the collective assessment and impartial judgment of the members of the Board of Judges.
The final deliberation concluded with the confirmation of the official results and the signing of the Board Resolution by the members of the Board of Judges, formally affirming the awardees of the DAYAW Awards 2026. This milestone highlighted the commitment of DOT Region 2 and its partners to uphold transparency, credibility, and excellence in recognizing deserving tourism stakeholders.
DOT Region 2 extends its deepest appreciation to CHED Region 2, DILG Region 2, DepDev Region 2, PIA Region 2, and the academe for their invaluable partnership, expertise, and commitment in ensuring a credible and objective selection process.
Through the collective efforts of the Board of Judges, the DAYAW Awards continues to serve as a platform that recognizes and celebrates tourism champions whose dedication, innovation, and exemplary practices contribute significantly to the growth, sustainability, and competitiveness of the tourism industry in Cagayan Valley.