September 16, Iloilo – Newly elected officials of newcomer Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc. (IFFI), headed by chairman Rito Carlos Peňa, swears oath today at Hotel del Rio. The duly registered non-stock non-profit organization will oversee major festivals in the city. The event was graced by Iloilo City Mayor Jerry P. Treňas, City Tourism Officer Ms. Junel… Continue reading Newly Elected Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc. Members Swear Oath; Reveals Partnership with City Government for Dinagyang 2020
400k Tourists in Iloilo from January to July
According to data presented by the Department of Tourism Region VI, more than 400k tourists visited Iloilo this year, specifically from January to July, in an article byPanay News. The exact number, 418,079 tourists – 400,640 domestic and 17,439 foreign – visited the City of Love. To add, tourism receipts reached Php 7.8 billion. “These… Continue reading 400k Tourists in Iloilo from January to July
Globe Introduces New Huawei P30 Pro Amber Sunrise
Smartphones are the tools of the modern story teller, the device that helps capture the special details of your unique life. For those brave enough to show the world their distinct perspective, Globe introduces the new Huawei P30 Pro Amber Sunrise. The Huawei P30 Pro Amber Sunrise boasts a revolutionary Leica Quad Camera system, making it… Continue reading Globe Introduces New Huawei P30 Pro Amber Sunrise
Meaningful 917 Celebration for Globe; News and Updates
September 17 or '917' is the time of the year when Globe expresses its appreciation to loyal customers. Inspired by the company’s original and longstanding 917 prefix, Globe is making the 917 celebration more meaningful not only with customer rewards and surprises, but by sharing Globe of Good with others on its fourth year. Globe President… Continue reading Meaningful 917 Celebration for Globe; News and Updates
City of Love Going Digital, Installs Digital Info Kiosk
City of Love installs 'digital information kiosk', indicative of the local government's initiatives to become a 'smart city'. The digital kiosk is installed at the City Hall and is equipped with data for local services, such as permit requirements, etc. The digital kiosk is installed in a bid to facilitate transactions. As of date, the… Continue reading City of Love Going Digital, Installs Digital Info Kiosk
Iloilo CDRRMC Lauded Best in Western Visayas; Wins Regional Gawad Kalasag
The Iloilo City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (CDRRMC) was cited for its exemplary work during the 21st Gawad Kalasag 2019 of the Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, in an article by Sun Star. Validators were impressed during the regional validation in May with the best practices of the City's DRRMC. Validators… Continue reading Iloilo CDRRMC Lauded Best in Western Visayas; Wins Regional Gawad Kalasag
San Miguel Brewery Inc Breaks Ground for New Facility in Iloilo
San Miguel Brewery Inc. (SMB) will break ground on September 20 for a new production facility in Barangay Gua-an, Leganes, Iloilo. SMC president and chief operating officer Ramon S. Ang will lead the groundbreaking ceremony, together with Sen. Franklin Drilon, Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor Jr., Leganes Mayor Vicente Jaen II, Gua-an Brgy. Captain Alberto Capajay… Continue reading San Miguel Brewery Inc Breaks Ground for New Facility in Iloilo
Ilongga Events Planner Creates Beautiful Parties
‘Creating parties with inspiration, personal touch and love’ is the promise of Alfa Garcesto of Styled by Creative Creations Party and Events Planner. Ilongga Alfa Garcesto is behind the beautifully crafted parties we see on the Facebook page ' Styled by Creative Creations Party and Events Planner'. The party and events planner loves to craft… Continue reading Ilongga Events Planner Creates Beautiful Parties
Pride Day Eyed in Iloilo
Fifth district board member Carol Espinosa-Diaz proposed an ordinance to set aside a special day for the LGBTQ community. LGBTQ is an abbreviation that relates to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer. The board member proposed to make the first day of June a special day for the community, citing that the LGBTQ community are… Continue reading Pride Day Eyed in Iloilo
Iloilo City Ranked 8th Safest in Southeast Asia
The City of Love was hailed 8th safest in Southeast Asia, in a survey by Numbeo. Included in the list of Southeast Asia's safest were Chiang Mai in Thailand, Singapore, Hanoi in Vietnam, Penang in Malaysia, Bangkok in Thailand, and Bali in Indonesia. Some Philippine cities were also included in the list: Davao, Makati, and… Continue reading Iloilo City Ranked 8th Safest in Southeast Asia