HomeIloiloIloilo CityBiggest tourism event in Western Visayas to be held in Iloilo CityFor seven days the beauty of the provinces of Aklan, Antique, Capiz, Guimaras, Iloilo, and Negros Occidental will be unveiled in Iloilo City starting on October 23 2006 and ending on October 29 2006. The objectives are to highlight, promote and showcas By Marcos Detourista on October 13, 2006For seven days the beauty of the provinces of Aklan, Antique, Capiz, Guimaras, Iloilo, and Negros Occidental will be unveiled in Iloilo City starting on October 23 2006 and ending on October 29 2006. The objectives are to highlight, promote and showcase the diversity of tourism attractions, services and facilities of the different areas of Region VI. It is intended to be a colorful display of destination attractions – arts, crafts, cultural and historical events, shopping and investment opportunities. The celebration will also offer a forum to all stakeholders to explore, identify, resolve priorities, discuss issues and establish linkages for the development of tourism in Western Visayas.Dubbed as the “Western Visayas Tourism Assembly”, the weeklong extravaganza will feature various interesting events:Regional Tourism Exhibit/Fair October 23-29, LGF, SM CityRegional Travel Exchange/Mart So far, 32 sellers and 60 buyers from all over the country have been invited to join the Regional travel exchange/mart. TRAVEX will enable one-on-one tabletop negotiations between tourism buyers and sellers. October 23-26, UGF, SM CityRegional Cultural Showcase Each of the provinces in Western Visayas will sponsor a cultural day to feature cultural shows, dances and music. October 23-29, LGF, SM City Activity CenterRegional Forum/Congress For the first time, Secretary Durano will discuss the highlights of the Central Philippines tourism Plan. October 25, Sarabia Manor Hotel & Convention CenterRegional Tourism Excellence Awards October 25, Sarabia Manor Hotel & Convention CenterRegional Parade of Festivals 15 festivals from all over Western Visayas will join in the parade. October 27, Freedom Grandstand, JM Basa to Iznart St., Iloilo CitySearch for Miss WV Tourism October 27, 3rd Floor, SM CityRegional Food Festival October 27-28, West Carpark, SM CitySee you there!Don’t leave yet. There’s more!Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment *Name * Email * Website ΔThis site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.