WATCH: Miss Universe Philippines 2024 queens in their tourism videos
The showdown for the Miss Universe Philippines crown has begun!
The Miss Universe Philippines (MUPH) organization released the complied tourism videos of this year’s delegates promoting the places they're representing.
On the Empire Philippines’ YouTube channel, the video invites viewers to “journey with our delegates as they unveil the diverse places they proudly call home."
The 53 candidates showcased their local landscapes, food, culture, and people in the 1 hour and almost 45-minute video. Each clip had different approaches and tactics to promote their cities and provinces.
Get to know more about the beauty queens before the final competition on May 13, 2023 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Here are the standout introductions:
Bacolod
Yvonne Catamco showcased what the “City of Smiles” has to offer by sharing what makes her smile: family, friends, music, dancing, and food.
"Being in the place where I grew up, I am confident that this is where I continue to grow and progress into the Super Yvonne that I wish for the Universe to see," she said.
Bacoor
Even those who are not the “bunso” in the family know the feeling of being asked to buy something at the market, getting distracted in the process, and later on forgetting what you went there for. That was Victoria Velasquez Vincent’s humorous video introduction whilst showing a few products that Bacoor has.
From buying tahong at the market to “aawra lang” through the streets, Victoria subtly but effectively showed the pride of her home: noble people (past and present-day heroes) and natural heritage. Even comparing the “multifaceted, vibrant, ever-evolving" Bacooreños to the famous Filipino delicacy “halo-halo.”
Bantayan Island
Juvel Mangubat Ducay is the first to represent Bantayan Island in the MUPH stage – and she did not waste any second showing the universe of the hidden paradise in her home. Juvel describes her home as a place “where nature’s beauty shines from the land to the sea, with its pristine coastlines and breath-taking natural attractions”—a place where paradise, culture, heritage, and faith interconnect.
Cavite
Dia Mate chose to highlight Cavite’s role in the history of the Philippine Revolution and the birth of our nation. While showcasing its historical attributes and tourist attractions, Dia's main message was to give thanks to Cavite for its contributions: historical figures like Emilio Aguinaldo, the first president of the Philippines, and Julian Felipe, the composer of Lupang Hinirang; the Philippine flag was first unfurled at Imus, Cavite; and the Magdalo Band which is the oldest band in Cavite and claimed the first to perform the National Anthem.
Laguna
Starting with the known story of “Maria Makiling,” Alexandra Rosales showed how the legend has impacted the belief and attitude of the Lagunenses in protecting and preserving their natural landscapes and resources – showing the majestic views and trails Laguna has to offer.
Quezon Province
A compilation of pictures and video clips was all that Ma. Ahtisa Manalo used to showcase the beauty and energy of Quezon Province. Ahtisa's video was uniquely the only one without some kind of narration from the candidate herself. Despite not having a voice-over, the video successfully showed the culture, people, heritage, landmarks, food, and beauty of Quezon Province.
Watch the full video below: