The existence
of many problems in Boracay was admitted by Boracay Department of Tourism
Officer In Charge, Tim Ticar.
He added that
because of the existence of problems, if there are negative comments by
tourists about the island, such comments are welcomed with delight.
This was the
reaction of Ticar to the letter containing negative comments on Boracay sent by
tourist John Blanchard, an English national, to the Yes FM 911.
Contained in
the letter was Blanchard’s comment that Boracay is the ugliest tourist
destination he has been. Adding that he would distribute the scenario he had
witnessed on the Internet. Blanchard also recommended that the head of Boracay
be replaced by someone who has concern for the island.
Blanchard’s letter
contained alleged observations of harassment by vendors and commissioners on
relaxing tourists at the front beach, scattered garbage, and few garbage bins,
and restaurants alleged to be lacking in cleanliness.
However, Ticar
said that the comments seemed extreme since he said that the truth was the LGU
of Malay is also acting on the said issues.
Nevertheless,
Ticar clarified that Blanchard had points on what he said since the island
really has problems.
Nonetheless,
the DOT’s Office In Charge said such comments are welcome because these would
be helpful in giving solution to the problems of Boracay. In relation to this,
Ticar encouraged tourists to give comments for the making of action plan.
In
conclusion, Ticar said he would also bring up the comments of Blanchard to the
concerned authority.
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