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Iloilo Airport Guide

Marcos — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 22:00:38 +0000

The Iloilo Airport serves Iloilo and the general area of Panay Island. It is located 19 kilometers away from Iloilo City, specifically in the tri-boundaries of Cabatuan, Santa Barbara, and San Miguel town. Four airlines namely Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, Air Philippines, Zest Air serve the New Iloilo Airport with regular trips to the cities of Manila,Cebu, Davao, and Cagayan de Oro. The Iloilo Airport is regarded as one of the most modern airports in the Philippines and 4th busiest in terms of passenger and cargo movement.

Aerial view of the Iloilo Airport

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Bali Suites Hotel Construction – December 2010 Update

Marcos — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 20:00:00 +0000

A new 3-storey hotel called “Bali Suites” is currently under construction along General Hughes St. in the City Proper District of Iloilo City. The Bali Suites is actually a renovation and re-branded version of the Royal Palm Hotel, which was one of Iloilo City’s recognizable hotels during the 1970s. Judging from the construction status, Bali Suites could be completed in the first half of 2011.

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Guimbal, Iloilo wins P2M from Kraft Eden’s Sarap ng Pasko Nationwide Contest

Marcos — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 11:53:41 +0000

The town of Guimbal had an early Christmas gift from Kraft Eden Cheese when the town was awarded as the first “Eden Town” after winning Kraft Eden’s Sarap ng Pasko contest, a nationwide search for the No. 1 yuletide dish from 100 towns all over the Philippines. Aside from the prestige of winning, Guimbal town also received P2 million worth of prizes from Kraft.

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Skyline Nightshots of Iloilo City from Balaan Bukid

Marcos — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 23:50:33 +0000

Balaan Bukid in Jordan, Guimaras is known for providing visitors and residents a nice overview of Iloilo’s growing skyline. There’s a lot of daytime views from Balaan Bukid posted online already but none taken during nighttime. For those who are curious to see what Iloilo City looks like at night, here’s a photo collection the city’s skyline nightshots taken from Balaan Bukid:

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Iloilo City celebrates 73rd Charter Day – Schedule of Events

Marcos — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 01:45:00 +0000

The City of Iloilo will be commemorating the 73rd Charter day with a 40-day celebration from July 16 to August 25, 2010. This year’s theme “Dakbanwang Iloilo Bugal Ko” aims to increase awareness about the city’s history and development and instill a “pride of place” among the public by showcasing Iloilo City’s history and culture during the festivities.

Some of you might recall that Iloilo was already a city even during the Spanish colonial Period. Back in the 19th century, the present day City Proper or Downtown district solely comprised the Municipality of Iloilo (also call “Punta” back in the day). The Districts of Jaro, La Paz, Arevalo, Molo, and Mandurriao were all separate towns alongside Iloilo. Governor General Don Valeriano Wayler created the Ayuntamiento or City Council of Iloilo on January 31, 1890, the date adopted by the Sangguniang Panlungsod as “Araw ng Lungsod ng Iloilo” or the Iloilo City Foundation Day.

Former Jaro City Hall, presently occupied by the PNP Regional Office

A week after, the Becerra Law of 1889 was approved and established Iloilo’s cityhood together with Jaro, Cebu, Batangas, Albay, Nueva Caceres, and Vigan. By virtue of the Royal Decree of 1896, Iloilo City was given the coat of arms with the inscription: “La Muy Leal Y Noble Ciudad de Iloilo” in recognition of the people’s loyalty to the Spanish crown.

Former Iloilo Municipal Hall, donated to and now occupied by University of the Philippines in the Visayas (Iloilo City Campus)

Iloilo (including Jaro) was, however, reverted back to being a municipality sometime in 1901 when the American’s took over the Philippines. In July 16, 1937, Iloilo (Punta) was merged with the towns of Jaro, La Paz, Arevalo, Molo, and Mandurriao to form present day Iloilo City on July 16, 1937 by virtue of Commonwealth Act No. 158. The parade and celebration was postponed 40 days later pending the formal inauguration of the City Government of Iloilo on August 25, 1937.

73rd Iloilo City Charter Day – Schedule of Activities

July 16, 2010 – Thanksgiving Mass (Fountain Area, Robinson)
August 11 – 25, 2010 – Iloilo City Charter Day Exhibit (SM City Iloilo)
August 20, 2010 – Iloilo City Hymn Writing Contest
August 21, 2010 – Goodwill Basketball Games (University of San Agustin Gym)
August 21, 2010 – Iloilo River Clean-up (Whole stretch of Iloilo River, Station 2 to 3; 6:00AM)
August 23, 2010 – Dagoy Dolls Auction Sale (SM City Iloilo)
August 23, 2010 – Bloodletting (Robinsons Fountain Area)
August 23, 2010 – Mass Wedding (Robinsons Foodcourt; 2:00PM)
August 24, 2010 – Mangrove Planting (TreÃ±as Boulevard; 6:00AM)
August 24, 2010 – Sport Fishing/ Swimming
August 24, 2010 – Boat Rowing and Kayak Exhibition
August 24, 2010 – Search for Mr & Ms. Iloilo City (Freedom Grandstand; 6:00PM)
August 25, 2010 – Mass Assembly (La Paz Church, La Paz Plaza; 7:00AM)
August 25, 2010 – Civic Military Parade (La Paz Plaza to Freedom Grandstand)
August 25, 2010 – Oratorical Contest (SM City Activity Center)
August 25, 2010 – Medical Mission (Robinsons Place Iloilo; 7:30AM)
August 25, 2010 – Dance to the Max Iloilo! (Robinsons Place Iloilo)
August 25, 2010 – Dungog sang Dakbanwa sang Iloilo (Nelly’s Garden or Punta Villa or Plaza Libertad)
August 25, 2010 – Job Fair
August 25, 2010 – Iloilo City Tours
August 27 to 28, 2010 – Food Festivals of Ilonggo Dishes (Delgado St.)
August 28, 2010 – Iloilo Got Talent
August 28, 2010 – SM City Night Run (SM City Iloilo Carpark)
August 28, 2010 – SM Food Festival (SM City Iloilo)

Iloilo Society Commercial new Jaro Branch – 4/10 update

Marcos — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 04:00:07 +0000

Here’s a photo update of the ongoing construction of Iloilo Society Commercial’s first retail complex inÂ Jaro District (near Tagbak Terminal). It’s actually Iloilo Society Commercial’s biggest store and first mall-type development so far.Â The building is

Iloilo Supermart Arevalo Branch Construction Update – 04/10

Marcos — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 04:00:00 +0000

The construction of Iloilo Supermart’s newest branch in Arevalo, Iloilo City is in full swing. The 2-storey commercial retail building will be a big convenience to the residents of Arevalo District since they won’t have to travel far to stock up on the groceries.

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Megaworld’s Iloilo Business Park starts constructions – 04/10 update

Marcos — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 04:00:00 +0000

After the approval of Megaworld Corp.’s 54-hectare property in Mandurriao District, Iloilo City as a PEZA accredited IT Park, actual construction works on the proposed mixed-use residential/commercial complex dubbed as the “Iloilo Business Park” has finally started. Massive clearing and land filling activities have been spotted in the site. The development on what used to be Iloilo’s old airport is the biggest commercial project in the City’s history costing an initial P1.5 billion.

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Visita Iglesia – Southern Iloilo Churches Tour

Marcos — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 04:00:00 +0000

Make your Holy Week Visita Iglesia more memorable by visiting Iloilo’s many old churches! not only is it a fitting spiritual experience but it’s also a great way to discover an excellent collection of centuries-old churches and learn more about the history and heritage of Iloilo. Southern Iloilo is the most convenient and offers the some of Iloilo’s more popular churches. Here’s a photo and transport guide to start you off for your Southern Iloilo Visita Iglesia:

Miagao Church, A UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Iloilo Towns and Cities

Marcos — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:25:34 +0000

Iloilo Province is subdivided into 42 municipalities, 1 component city, and 1 highly urbanized city with the City of Iloilo as its capital. There are five legislative districts in Iloilo Province and a lone district for Iloilo City.