5th Edition of Diving Resort Travel Expo (DRT SHOW) opens in SM Megamall, Manila from Sept. 6-8

September 5, 2019

Recognized as the largest expo of its kind in Asia, Diving and Resort Travel Expo (DRT SHOW) Philippines 2019 is going to be hosted at Megatrade Hall, EDSA SM Megamall, Manila from 6 th to 8 th September. DRT SHOW is considered the most important and must-visit event in Philippine diving industry. In DRT SHOW Philippines 2018, 150 exhibitors coming from local and international countries represented diverse brands and gathered 25,654 visitors from all over the world such as Australia, China, Taiwan, Malaysia, Korea, Japan, USA and Middle East. At DRT SHOW Philippines 2019, visitors can find international leading diving gear brands including Aqua Lung, Aquamundo, Beuchat, Gull, GoPro, Halcyon, INON, Poseidon, Shearwater, Scubapro, SUUNTO, Sea & Sea, and TUSA; well-known dive agencies including SDI TDI ERDI, NAUI, DIWA, and DAN are exhibiting to provide various professional diving courses services and consulting.

DRT SHOW is not only a high-quality platform for marketing and purchasing but also an opportunity to attend more than 30 splendid seminars which are delivered by 20 experts including freedivers Carlo Navarro, Maria Noella Zosa (Wei); technical divers Alex Santos, Andy Davis, Ram Yoro; underwater photographers Bo Mancao, Jerome Kim, Scott Gutsy Tuason; mermaid instructor Ket Malabanan; and ocean conservationists AA Yaptinchay and AG Saño. Additionally, Ms. Cindy Madduma, champion of Miss Scuba International 2015 and current National Director of Miss Scuba Philippines is participating this event along with Miss Scuba candidates to advocate marine conservation by action, to “Saving Oceans through Beauty.” This year, “Ocean Bingo Game” is newly launched by the Organizer, cooperating with several NGOs. This activity is the combination of“Be an Ocean Saver Challenge” and a series of fun programs such as screening of internationally awarded documentary TUBBATAHA: A National Treasure, 100 Star Underwater Photo Gallery, and Vlog Competition. Visitors can win an eco-friendly prize once they complete assigned missions. “Through the activity, we are not only able to admire the underwater beauty of the Philippines through photos and videos but also learn the importance of marine conservation by playing fun interaction games prepared by Clean Our Oceans Project, Marine Wildlife Watch of the Philippines, Reef Check Philippines, and SEA Institute – VIP.”, the Organizer said.

Kids are also welcomed to DRT SHOW. Kids Zone prepared by Philippine Reef and Rainforest Conservation Foundation Inc. (PRRCFI) allows children to paint, sing, and play games, since children will become the future ocean conservationists. Whether you are an experienced diver or not, if you are into water sports, DRT SHOW is bringing you a platform where you can purchase diverse diving gear, find suitable diving courses, and book yourself a wonderful holiday retreat with diving resorts or liveaboards.

For more details, please visit the Facebook fan page: www.facebook.com/DRTShowPH. Now, members of DRT SHOW website can get 50% off for on-site ticket purchase. Register now: www.drtexpo.com/signup INFORMATION Event Name: Diving and Resort Travel Expo (DRT SHOW) Philippines 2019 Event Date: September 6 th – 8 th , 2019 Venue: Megatrade Hall (5th Level, Mega B, EDSA SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City, Manila) Opening Hour: 11:00am – 8:00pm (Friday & Saturday); 11:00am – 6:00pm (Sunday) Official Website: www.philippinesdiveexpo.com Contact: Show Manager Ms. Emio Chang (emio@drtexpo.com)