About Me

Paolo Rigotti is a Swiss-Filipino travel content creator and photographer based in Bohol, Philippines. He creates visual stories for hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism and real estate brands across the country, with a focus on turning destinations into experiences that inspire people to visit and book.

Paolo’s approach combines cinematic visuals, strategic thinking, and deep respect for local culture and community, prioritizing long-term brand value over short-term trends.

He is also a professor at Holy Name University in Tagbilaran City, Bohol.

Awards & Recognition

In 2024, Paolo received the Special Award for Travel Content Creation at the Tourism Summit held at the World Trade Center Manila, organized by GoNegosyo in collaboration with the Department of Tourism.
The award was personally presented by First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos, DOT Secretary Christina Frasco, and GoNegosyo founder Joey Concepcion.

Paolo Rigotti receiving a Travel Content Creator award at the 2024 Tourism Summit from First Lady Liza Marcos, DOT Secretary Christina Frasco, and GoNegosyo founder Joey Concepcion.
📸 With First Lady Liza Marcos, DOT Sec. Christina Frasco, and GoNegosyo founder Joey Concepcion during the Tourism Summit 2024.

In 2025, he was also recognized as Best Tourism Storyteller of Panglao, honoring his contribution to promoting the destination through consistent, grounded, and impactful storytelling.

These recognitions reflect not just individual milestones, but a growing belief in the power of creators to support responsible tourism, strengthen local narratives, and build meaningful connections between destinations and travelers.

Paolo Rigotti receiving the Best Tourism Storyteller of Panglao Award (2025), presented by the Municipality of Panglao for excellence in tourism content creation and storytelling.

Brands and tourism partners often choose Paolo for cinematic visuals and business-focused storytelling that can support bookings and brand perception.

Work with Paolo (for brands & tourism partners)

  • Travel Vlogs + Short-form Reels (UGC / storytelling)
  • Hotel & Resort Photography (rooms, amenities, experiences)
  • Food & Restaurant Content (photo + video)
  • Social Media Strategy (content plan + execution)
  • Coverage: Bohol, Cebu, Philippines (travel available)