2026 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour Launched in San Francisco
Attendees of the 2026 VIP Tour launch listen to Ambassador Jose Manuel Romualdez’ special message and invitation to join the tour.
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco and the Philippine Department of Tourism in San Francisco, co-hosted the San Francisco Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour Get-Together and 2026 VIP Tour Launch dubbed “Balik Saya, Balik Kwentuhan!” at the Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center on 20 November 2025. More than 30 attendees, including VIP Tour alumni, travel and tour partners, and community leaders gathered for an evening of reconnection, cultural celebration, and the official launch of the 2026 VIP Tour.
Attendees listen as Rajah Tours’ Jojo Clemente III presents the official 2026 VIP Tour itinerary during the San Francisco launch event. (San Francisco PCG photo)
The program featured the presentation of the 2026 VIP Tour itinerary by Mr. Joseph “Jojo” Clemente III of Rajah Tours, covering Manila, Dumaguete, and Cebu, with optional day trips to Siquijor and Bohol. Ms. Dell Merano of the Philippine Airlines provided flight options.
Atty. Flomy Diza, a participant in two previous VIP Tours provided a heartfelt testimonial on what makes the VIP Tour truly special. His sharing recalled the seamless organization, family-friendly activities, and immersive cultural experiences in the two VIP Tours he has participated in. Bay Area-based singer Ms. Arriane Del and the First Unitarian Universalist Society of San Francisco (UUSF) Choir performed musical interludes enhancing the celebratory atmosphere.
The event highlighted the VIP Tour’s role in fostering Filipino connections, cultural pride, and anticipation for the 2026 tour. END
Left: Atty. Flomy Diza delivers a testimonial on the VIP Tour, offering insights from his previous participation. Right: A Filipino love song Dahil Sa ‘Yo is performed beautifully by the UUSF Choir, led by Filipino-American Mr. Tim Salaver. (San Francisco PCG photo)
Left: Bay Area-based singer Arriane Del performs OPM song “Araw Gabi” during the event. Right: San Francisco PCG officers and staff, including PTIC-SV and PDOT-SF officials, are joined by Ms. Dell Merano of Philippine Airlines.