Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, December 20) — Actor Jericho Rosales is calling for Filipinos to be more aware of the tourism’s impact on our country.
In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Rosales urged tourists to educate themselves on “responsible tourism” as he lamented the floods that swamped Boracay last week.
“Hurt and sad for #Boracay right now. Scared for the hundreds if not thousands of tourist spots here in our beloved #Pilipinas,” he said.
Thigh-deep floods hit some areas of Boracay over the weekend as Tropical Depression Urduja swept through Eastern Visayas.
Some have claimed this was because of negligence in protecting the tourist destination’s environment.
READ: Boracay reels from Urduja’s power
Rosales, an avid surfer, told Filipinos promoting destinations in the country shouldn’t just at end at #itsmorefuninthephilippines, the country’s tourism slogan.
He emphasized the need to ensure towns and cities are prepared for the influx of tourism with proper dumpsites, and hospitals, among other things.
“We are killing our own country. Guys we don’t live for ourselves alone. What about our kids? The generations after us?” he asked.
Rosales also sent thoughts and prayers for to the top travel destination. “Get on your feet, Bora. It’s not too late,” he said.
