SM rolls out Operation Tulong Express for Agaton PH victims in Iloilo, Capiz, Leyte

In the aftermath of the recent Super Typhoon Agaton that swept through Leyte. Samar and Panay Island, SM began to roll out the distribution of Kalinga Packs containing basic food necessities and clean drinking water to affected barangays in Leyte, Iloilo and Capiz.

To date, distribution of rice, canned goods, noodles and water have started in Baybay, Leyte, specifically for the badly affected areas of Brgy. Bunga, Mailhi, Kagumay as well as evacuation centers in Gubang, Higuloan, Kambonggan, Mailhi Sitio Waterfalls and Bunga. Hundred of Kalinga Packs were scheduled for distribution on Easter Sunday and the forthcoming week in other still-waterlogged areas of the province.

In Iloilo, relief goods distribution began April 16 in Barangay Agdahon, Passi City and Zarraga barangays Inagdangan Sur, Poblacion Ilawod, Gines and Libongcogon. In Banate Town, Brgy Libertad, Bariga, Magdalo and Alcayagan and later Brgy. San Miguel and Rizal in Barotac Viejo town. More are on their way to the towns of Dumangas, Barotac Nuevo and Dingle, with the logistical support from the Iloilo Provincial Government and in coordination with the Department of Social Welfare and Development.

The newly-opened SM Roxas City has also begun distribution of Kalinga packs Easter Sunday starting with Brgy. Bolo. Days later, relief aid extend to Brgy. Ilaya and Brgy Tabuc in Pontevedra and Brgy. Poblacion Ilawod and Poblacion Ilaya in Ma-ayon. More assistance is set to be distributed in Dao and Mambusao in Capiz Province.

Operation Tulong Express is SM’s quick-response program to communities in need during and after natural disasters such as typhoons, floods and earthquakes. SM Foundation works hand-in-hand with SM Markets to pack and distribute the goods through the nearest SM Supermalls in the affected areas, who send out teams of employees and volunteers to far-flung barrios and barangays so as to reach and assist those most in need.

For more information on schedules and updates on Operation Tulong Express for Typhoon Agaton, please go to www.smsupermalls.com or follow SM Supermalls and SM Cares on Facebook, IG, and Twitter.

Connie Carillo Diversified Farm in Bingawan: Helping Sustaining a Healthy Community Through Farm Schools

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Being the biggest city on Panay Island and the center of Western Visayas region, Iloilo City is a transportation hub whether by land, sea or air. These numerous transportation terminals facilitate day to day commerce, light & heavy industries, and tourism, among others. As this is a travel blog, this guide is aimed to tourists who want to experience and explore Iloilo and perhaps even beyond. Iloilo International Airport A little more than five years old, the Iloilo International Airpor t is among the most modern and beautiful in the country today. It is situated around 20 kilometers from Iloilo City , straddling the towns of Cabatuan, San Miguel and Sta. Barbara . It has direct links to Manila, Cebu, Clark, Cebu, Davao, Cagayan de Oro and Puerto Princesa plus international destinations Hong Kong and Singapore . Among the first hurdles tourists will have to contend is the distance that translates to expensive fare when traveling to and from this airport.

Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo Levels Up Sustainability Efforts by Eliminating single-use plastic water bottles in guest rooms.

Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo, a prominent player in the hospitality industry, is proud to announce a significant step forward in its commitment to sustainability. With a dedication to preserving the environment, the hotel is taking substantial measures to reduce its ecological footprint and enhance its sustainable practices. Hotels have long been contributors to plastic pollution due to the widespread use of single-use bottled water. Recognizing this environmental challenge in the tourism industry, Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo is taking a bold step forward by reducing its plastic footprint significantly by removing single-use bottled water from guest rooms. Eliminating Single-Use Bottled Water: Embracing Reusable Carafes with UV Filtration Water Stations Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo places itself at the forefront of the eco-conscious movement by eliminating single-use bottled water from its guest rooms and fully implementing reusable carafes as an amenity from July onwards. Water

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