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Iloilo City to lure more tourism investors, visitors

Apr 8th, 2011
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The city government here is looking forward to being the topmost competitive city to lure more investors and visitors alike.

Mayor Jed Patrick Mabilog presented the initial copy of a “Briefer for Investors and A Guide for Economic Ventures” that bannered efforts to address concerns on infrastructure, peace and order and processing time of business permits.

The briefer was conceptualized by the Office of the Trade and Investments Board chaired by Felix Tiu. It contained the profile of the city, available infrastructure and facilities, transportation and communication facilities, priority investment areas, investment opportunities, business environment, business permit processing and incentives and cost of doing business. (more…)

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Tribu Paghidaet dominates 2008 Dinagyang Ati competition

Jan 30th, 2008
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The downpour which started after Mayor Jerry Trenas declared the 2008 Dinagyang Festival Ati-Dance Competition open last Sunday did not dampen the spirits of the performers of Tribu Paghidaet who dominated the competition.

Tribu Paghidaet of the Lapaz National High School bested nineteen other competing tribes including last year’s champion Tribu Ilonganon of Jaro Memorial National High School.

Aside from winning the P100,000 grand prize, Tribu Paghidaet was also declared best in costume, choreography and performance, winning another P10,000 each in the said minor awards. The tribe’s choreographer, Ramil Huyatid, was also named Best Choreographer winning P5,000.

Tribu Ilonganon declared 1st runner-up took home P50,000 and another P20,000 for minor awards such as best in music and street dancing. (more…)

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Dinagyang Festival fires opening salvo

Jan 20th, 2008
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Both local and foreign tourists had a glimpse of the participating tribes for the 2008 Dinagyang Festival Ati-Competition when the opening salvo blasted off along selected streets of this city yesterday (January 18).

Dinagyang is observed every fourth week-end of January in honor of Senor Sto. Nino. This year, the festivity revolves on the theme “One heart, one mind for Senor Sto. Nino.” (more…)

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Iloilo province to hold “Piyesta sa Kakahuyan”

Sep 10th, 2007
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Iloilo City — The provincial government of Iloilo will conduct its 8th “Piyesta Sa Kakahuyan” in celebration of the Ilonggos’ concern for a well-managed and sustainable environment.

The yearly event is in compliance with Provincial Ordinance no. 2000-040 which declares the holding of the activity in the month of September each year.

This year’s “Piyesta” will be held at the mangrove area of Brgy. Pedada, Ajuy, Iloilo, on September 29, 2007, with the theme: Katunggan Amligan para sa Kinabukasan.” (more…)

Philippines seen as alternative educational destination

Jul 3rd, 2007
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Iloilo City — The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is set to position the Philippines as an alternative educational destination for neighboring countries which have overflow of students. (more…)

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TRAVEL ADVISORY: New Iloilo Airport

Jun 23rd, 2007
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Air travelers to Iloilo, Guimaras, parts of Capiz and Antique are now embarking and departing from the New Iloilo Airport located at Cabatuan, Iloilo approximately 19 kms. northwest of Iloilo City. The new airport sets on a 188 ha. airport complex, it boasts of a 2.5 km. by 45 m wide runway which can accommodate Airbus 330 and 340 and Boeing 747 aircrafts. It has three (3) passenger bridges, two baggage claim conveyors and a 500 seating capacity passenger lounge.

The 8.758 Billion peso complex became operational last June 14 and is considered to be the most modern airport in the country today.

Transportation modes available at the airport include metered taxi (approximately P165-180 one way), coupon taxi at P400. Point to point express vans and jeepneys are also available.

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