Have you visited all 82 provinces of the Philippines? You could become the next verified Philippine Travel Master.
The Philippine Global Explorers (PGE) is now accepting applications for the 3rd Philippine Travel Masters (PTM) Award, inviting Filipino travelers who have successfully visited all 82 provinces of the Philippines to undergo verification and earn recognition as official Philippine Travel Masters.
Launched in 2024, the Philippine Travel Masters Award was created to honor Filipinos who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to exploring the country’s diverse provinces, cultures, traditions, and natural wonders. Since then, the program has recognized some of the nation’s most dedicated travelers and advocates of domestic tourism.
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The award serves not only as a recognition of a remarkable travel achievement but also as a celebration of the spirit of exploration and a deeper appreciation of the Philippines’ rich cultural and geographical diversity.
A Growing Community of Philippine Travel Masters
The Philippine Travel Masters program continues to build a community of travelers who have completed one of the most challenging travel milestones in the country, visiting all 82 provinces from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
Verified Philippine Travel Masters come from different walks of life, including entrepreneurs, professionals, content creators, tourism advocates, educators, and community leaders. Despite their diverse backgrounds, they share a common passion for discovering the many stories, destinations, and cultures that make the Philippines unique.
Through this initiative, PGE hopes to inspire more Filipinos to travel beyond familiar destinations and explore lesser-known provinces that contribute to the country’s rich tourism landscape.
Meet Some of Our Philippine Travel Masters
The Philippine Travel Masters community is made up of individuals from different professions, backgrounds, and regions of the country, united by a shared passion for exploring the Philippines.
Among the distinguished awardees is Atty. Dominador “Jimmy” Buhain, President and Chairman of the Rex Group of Companies, who became one of the earliest Filipinos verified to have visited all 82 provinces. A respected leader in education and publishing, his achievements demonstrate that a commitment to travel and cultural discovery can complement a lifetime of professional excellence.
Another notable Travel Master is Marco P. Puzon, widely known in the travel community as “Marco de PH.” Beyond visiting all 82 provinces, Marco achieved the unprecedented milestone of becoming the first Filipino known to have explored all 1,634 cities and municipalities in the Philippines. His accomplishment stands as one of the most remarkable feats in Philippine travel history.
The Philippine Travel Masters community also includes inspiring adventurers such as Rachel Bomogao Obo-ob, an internationally recognized mountain runner and athlete whose travels across the country reflect her passion for exploration, resilience, and the outdoors.
BJ Carreon earned recognition through his “Project 82” journey, a mission that brought him to every province in the Philippines. His story highlights the determination, planning, and perseverance required to achieve Philippine Travel Master status.
For content creators and storytellers, Jhonel M. Añavesa, known through his Wandering Soul platform, has demonstrated how travel can inspire and educate others while promoting appreciation for local destinations and cultures.
The community also includes tourism entrepreneurs such as Javee Francisco, founder of GalaPH, whose work has encouraged more Filipinos to discover destinations across the country through organized travel experiences and tourism advocacy.
Likewise, Don Lejano exemplifies how travel can become a lifelong pursuit of learning, cultural appreciation, and meaningful connections with communities throughout the archipelago.
Among the awardees are also Allen Robert Nava (Albert Realto), whose extensive journeys across all 82 provinces have helped inspire fellow travelers to explore the Philippines more deeply. Their commitment to domestic travel and tourism advocacy reflects the core mission of the Philippine Travel Masters program.
Together, these individuals represent the diversity of the Philippine Travel Masters community: business leaders, athletes, entrepreneurs, content creators, tourism advocates, and passionate travelers. Their stories prove that there is no single path to becoming a Philippine Travel Master, only a shared commitment to experiencing the richness and diversity of the Philippines.
The Philippine Global Explorers hopes that their journeys will inspire more Filipinos to pursue their own quest to visit all 82 provinces and become part of the growing Philippine Travel Masters community.
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Call for Applications
Filipino travelers who have completed visits to all 82 provinces of the Philippines are encouraged to apply for verification as part of the 3rd Philippine Travel Masters Award.
To apply, send an email to:
pg***************************@***il.com
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with the subject line:
PTM3 – (Your Name, Home Province, Email Address)
Example:
PTM3 – Juan Dela Cruz, Cebu, ju**********@***il.com
The deadline for applications is June 30, 2026.
Qualified applicants will receive further instructions regarding the verification process and documentary requirements.
Promoting Philippine Tourism Through Travel Achievement
The Philippine Travel Masters Award aligns with the Philippine Global Explorers’ mission of promoting responsible travel, cultural appreciation, and domestic tourism. By recognizing travelers who have explored every province in the country, the program highlights the importance of discovering the Philippines beyond its most popular destinations.
Every province tells a story, from centuries-old heritage towns and indigenous communities to emerging ecotourism destinations and hidden natural wonders. Through the Philippine Travel Masters program, PGE celebrates individuals who have taken the journey to experience the country’s diversity firsthand.
