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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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New Iloilo City Hall – December 2010 Update

Marcos — Sun, 26 Dec 2010 20:59:54 +0000

As 2010 draws to a close, a new chapter of Iloilo’s progress and development beckons. Much needed infrastructure projects were completed, which has prompted a construction boom of sorts all over the city and province. Many of them, like the New Iloilo City Hall is rapidly shaping up and is already due for completion next year.

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Warm Up the Rainy Days with Heart Warming SoOohpas at Green Mango Resto

Marcos — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 07:23:00 +0000

There’s nothing like indulging in a heart warming bowl of soup to remedy not only one’s appetite but also the cold rainy days. During these ber months, Green Mango Resto now serves its new line of soups meals like Goto, Sotanghon, Arroz Caldo and Beef Pares. For as low as P29, everyone can now enjoy a delicious bowl at their favorite Green Mango store now spread throughout Iloilo City.

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Robinsons Place Iloilo “Fashion Wing” Update – 04/10

Marcos — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 04:00:00 +0000

After the renovation of the Ledesma (main entrance) Wing of Robinsons Place Iloilo, some new shops have already started to move in. Although not actually called “Fashion Wing,” this part of the mall sports an updated look and hosts its more fashionable stores.

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New GSIS Iloilo Building Completed – 4/10 update

Marcos — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 04:00:00 +0000

The new and modern building of Goverment Service Insurance System (GSIS)’s regional office in Iloilo CIty has already finished construction. It is located in Plaza Libertad area near San Jose Church in Downtown. The offices of GSIS Iloilo will be relocating to the new building this month (if they haven’t already).

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Dinagyang Fluvial Procession 2010 – Preview of Ati Costumes

Marcos — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:25:43 +0000

Here are some pictures of today’s fluvial parade during the Dinagyang 2010. Aside from creating a venue to pay tribute to SeÃ±yor Sto. NiÃ±o, the fluvial parade is also where spectators can get a first glimpse of the costumes of the tribes joining the Dinagyang Ati Competition.

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The Dinagyang Fluvial Procession started at 3pmÂ assembling at Fort San Pedro and the going through the course of the procession to Muelle Loney/Iloilo Customs House (Aduana). Joining the fluvial procession are decorated pump boats carrying images of the Sto. NiÃ±o. After arriving in Muelle Loney, the foot procession started … passing all the way to the Iloilo Provincial Capitol and going back to the San Jose Parish church at Plaza Libertad where a mass was celebrated.

Dinagyang 2010 Coverage

Marcos — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:36:33 +0000

Be prepared this weekend to witness the whole City of Iloilo revel during the Dinagyang Festival 2010 and experience an explosion of sound, color, and dance. The Dinagyang Festival is a religious and cultural celebration in Iloilo City held on the fourth Sunday of January, the week after the Sinulog In Cebu and the Ati-Atihan in Aklan. It is held both to honor the Santo Nino and to celebrate the arrival on Panay of Malay settlers and the subsequent selling of the island to them by the Atis.

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Iloilo Jeepney and Bus Guide

Marcos — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 15:31:00 +0000

Iloilo City is a transportation hub in Western Visayas. Commuters are assured of safe travel within Iloilo and nearby provinces. Daily buses, jeepneys, and ferries provide convenient access to tourist destinations in Panay and nearby islands such as Boracay and Guimaras. Travelers could even go as far as Manila or Mindanao thanks to the RORO (Roll-on Roll-off) Ferry Network / Strong Republic Nautical Highway.

Quick Links: Iloilo to Boracay

Ceres Bus bound for Caticlan stationed at the Tagbak Terminal in Jaro, Iloilo City

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Afriques Italian Restaurant

Marcos — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:03:11 +0000

Afriques is a favorite destination of Ilonggos for affordable and delicious pizzas and pastas.

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General Hughes Highway

Marcos — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 07:00:51 +0000

General Hughes Street used to be a prominent thoroughfare during the Spanish and American Colonial Period where several grand seaside villas and commercial buildings were built (like the Laguda House). The street starts from Plaza Libertad and ends in Fort San Pedro.

A Colonial-era residence turned into an Italian restaurant called Afriques

A Mediterranean-inspired building along Gen. hughes highway

Ruins of the Laguda House, one of the seaside villas along the highway

The Neglected Fort San Pedro, where General Hughes Highway ends and turns into Fort San Pedro Drive

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