Sagada holds dry run for possible return of tourists

This January 2019 file photo shows the majestic Malboro Hills in Sagada, Mountain Province. Philstar.com / Kristine Joy Patag

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Sagada town in Mountain Province is conducting a dry run of the reopening of its tourist sites to see if the popular mountain destination can welcome visitors again despite the pandemic. 

Mayor James Pooten Jr. said 30 people from the different tourism agencies and offices in the Cordillera Region are participating in the three-day activity this week. On the third day, the mayor said, they will be doing an assesment of the dry run. 

According to Pooten, they have set protocols and guidelines in the different tourist spots of Sagada. He said they have also set strict policies and measures to be followed at the hotels, restaurants and other establishments.

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