The Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur was hailed as 1st Runner Up Best International Event Hosting (Province Level) at the Pearl Awards 2024 during the 25th National Convention of the Association of Tourism Officers of the Philippines held at Koronadal City, South Cotabato last 10 October 2024. Provincial Tourism Officer John Noel Andaya along with continue reading : 1st Runner Up Best International Event Hosting (Province Level) at the Pearl Awards 2024