ILOILO: HEART of the PHILIPPINES

Still imagining of what to do this summer? Well, think no further, just pack your bags, some cash and lot of courage then head to the island of Guimaras for some adrenaline rush frolic under the sun. Commune with nature Camp Alfredo is a 4.4 hectare property of lush greens and gentle slopes in Brgy. Ravina in Sibunag and envisioned to be a family-friendly nature-adventure park. It has amenities for a really enjoyable and thrilling experience that includes a restaurant and bar, a hanging bridge and canopy walk. Future facilities will include a camping ground (where tents can be set up), a chlorine-free infinity swimming pool, stations of the cross along a walking trail, an obstacle course, cottages and a prayer deck on the highest point of the property. But the most exhilarating of them all is the 300+ meter zip line which had its blessing and soft opening last Friday, March 11, 2011. Officiated by Father of Parish, it was graced by no less than the Governor of Guimaras, H...

 ILOILO CITY, PHILIPPINES, May 16, 2013 - Megaworld, the country’s biggest property developer, continues to make waves for its first and biggest township outside of Metro Manila, the 72-hectare Iloilo Business Park. After announcing the expansion of its P25-billion mixed-use development, the company reveals its partnership with Gettys, one of the world’s most awarded international design firms, for its luxury hotel project, the Richmonde Hotel Iloilo. Megaworld has commissioned Gettys to conceptualize and design the hotel’s facade, grand lobby and interiors, restaurant and guest rooms.  “Megaworld is bringing the first world-class, luxury hotel in Iloilo City with our very own brand, the Richmonde Hotel Iloilo. Commissioning an international firm that designed some of the world’s five-star hotels and resorts is a testament of our commitment to provide a truly world-class development to the people of Iloilo and the entire region of Western Visayas,” says Jericho G...

Canine lovers in Iloilo City will surely "bark" their support for the 1st Iloilo Dog Festival slated on May 17-19 at Plazuela de Iloilo. Organized by the Philippine Dog Welfare Association Inc. the 3-day event will kick off with a "paw-rade" on May 17 and feature everything about dogs and dog lovers including seminars, demonstrations, booths for doggie treats, doggie medical mission, doggie talent contests and fashion show among others. Here's the full schedule of the event Schedule of Events May 17, 2013 (Friday - Day 1) 06:30 Assembly time for Paw-rade 07:00 Paw-rade 08:00 Mass and Pet Blessing 09:00 Introduction of Philippine Dog Guide Association (PDGA) and  Introduction of PDGA Officers 10:00 Presentation of All Breeds 12:00 Free Lunch for Pets and Owners / Acquaintance Party  (Bring your own Dog Bowl) 2:00 Lecture about Awareness and Wellness / Proper care of Dogs By Dr.Neil Cruz (From Manila) 3:00. Question and Answer 4:00 Fun and Games (...

“We are expanding to cater to the increasing demand for residential and commercial properties in Iloilo Business Park." says Jericho Go, first VP of Megaworld during a presscon exclusive to the members of the Iloilo Bloggers Inc. last May 3 at Gloria Maris Restaurant." As estate giant Megaworld cements its leadership in Western Visayas, it announces the expansion of its P25-billion township development, the Iloilo Business Park, to an additional 18 hectares. The biggest business park in Western Visayas now has a total land area of 72 hectares. Jericho Go, Megaworld First Vice President (left) and Harold Geronimo, Megaworld director for strategic marketing and communications. "During the past months, we have experienced the overwhelming reception of Ilonggos to our first development in the region,” he continues.  He was referring to Megaworld's first condominium tower, One Madison Place which started pres-elling only last March. "The property is now...