Manila, April 10 -- Negros Occidental has generated PHP7.925 billion in tourist receipts as average visitor arrivals increased by 27.25 percent in 2024, the Provincial Tourism Division said Thursday.

Based on the reports submitted by city and municipal tourism offices, the province welcomed 3.236 million excursionists or same-day visitors from January to December last year.

These comprised 3.173 million domestic guests and 63,164 foreign visitors.

Negros Occidental also hosted 883,514 overnight tourists, including 3,387 foreign visitors and 860,127 domestic travelers.

"These figures reflect the dedication of the local government units, tourism partners and stakeholders, partner-agencies, and the provincial government in supporting and...