Philippine Sports Tourism Awards
what it is
The sports tourism scene in the country has seen a remarkable development with the presence of the Philippine Sports Tourism Awards (PSTA). This prestigious event shows full acknowledgment of exceptional efforts made by industry players and gives due recognition to events, destinations, venues, local governments, sports associations, event organizers, and private companies that have played a significant part in the rapid growth of the local sports tourism industry.
Since its inception in 2015, the PSTA serves as a steady and formidable alliance of sports tourism stakeholders in the sports cities hubs. The awards have 15 categories: Destination of the Year, Organizer of the Year (LGU), Organizer of the Year (Private), Event of the Year (Domestic), Event of the Year (International), Destination Marketing of the Year, NSA of the Year, Hotel of the Year, Event Sponsorship of the Year, Airline of the Year, Charity Event of the Year, Tour Operator of the Year, Sports Venue of the Year, Sports MICE event of the Year, and Media Coverage of Year. Previous awardees include Sunrise Events Ironman Group, Philippine Airlines and Resorts World Manila.
Presented by Selrahco Management and supported by the Department of Tourism, the Philippine Sports Commission, and PAGCOR, the Philippine Sports Tourism Awards is seen as an opportunity to further strengthen the country’s tourism promotion and to push the Philippines as a top sports tourism destination together with the dedication of its stakeholders and the help of local players through various events and activities.
The PSTA has found the synergy in sports and tourism through its combined efforts, which is slowly leading the Philippines to reaching new heights of sporting glory while bringing the country closer to making it a destination for major sporting events.
Testimonials
what they say
I would like to commend Selrahco for leading the recognition of the best of Sports Tourism in the Philippines. DOT also appreciates the advancements of Sports Turismo Alliance has made in promoting sports tourism and uplifting the standards of sports event management.
Bernadette Romulo-Puyat
Secretary of Department of Tourism
Mr. Lim, you really have not wavered in your advocacy and passion to promote and develop sports tourism in the country. Indeed, if there is one place in this world which is a very good place for sports tourism, it's our country, the Philippines.
Celia Kiram
Commissioner of Philippine Sports Commission
I would like to thank the Philippine Sports Tourism Awards for this distinguished award, much appreciated. Sports could encourage tourism, and it might serve as a catalyst for economies, both local and national.
Manny V. Pangilinan
President and CEO,
Smart Comm., Inc.
Sports Tourism Personality
of the Year 2019 - Private
Smart Comm., Inc.
Sports Tourism Personality
of the Year 2019 - Private
Thank you very much again to the Philippine Sports Tourism Awards for this honor and recognition, and we promise, all of us, and all of our athletes especially, that we will continue to develop in this brand new city so that in the next couple of years, not only will we be able to host the SEA Games, but we can aspire higher to host bigger international sporting events in the future.
Vince Dizon
President and CEO, Bases Conversion and Development Authority
It humbles me today to be given this special award for the public sector. Thank you very much and I am proud to be an awardee of this rare award, and thank you Charles. By the way, this is our (Dumaguete) 3rd time to receive the award (Sports Tourism Organizer of the Year - Government).
Felipe Antontio Remollo
Dumaguete City Mayor
Sports Tourism Personality of the Year 2019 - Goverment
Sports Tourism Personality of the Year 2019 - Goverment