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A NEW GLOBAL TOURIST DESTINATION
By: DECIUS L. ESMEDALLA
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he Department of Tourism, with its famous brand (or “Tagline) “It’s More fun in the Philippines” and the Philippine Tourism Promotions Board spearheaded the participation of various cities and provinces including tour operators and travel agents in the recently concluded World Travel Market last November 3-6 , 2014 at the Excel Exhibition Center in London. The WTM brings together the most influential figures in and out of the industry who deliver the latest trends and updates of the world’s dynamic travel industry. Put together under one roof, one can view the vastness of the tourism potentials from South Africa, the Americas, Europe and Asia. One of the major and most visited exhibitors in the event was the famous and beautiful island Province of Camiguin in Northern Mindanao, the Philippines. This province, known for its hot and cold springs, waterfalls, white sand beaches, historical and natural landmarks captured the hearts of the visitors especially those coming from England and other countries all over the world. Part of the strategy in promoting the province to the world market
was a video presentation showcasing the unique , breath taking , and awesome sights of the province that successfully seized the attention of the potential investors , buyers and holiday seekers. The Provincial Government of Camiguin together with Department of Tourism – Region 10 , prepared collateral materials such as brochures , gazette, CD’s, and a number USB’s that were given to each visitor as they dropped by and took time to appreciate the magnificence of the island through a well designed business center, with a huge framed photo backdrop of the whole island captivating the intense beauty of its natural wonders. This has also added to the splendors of the entire Philippine Pavilion. One of the highlights of the event was the presence of a double decker bus prominently bearing the name of the province “CAMIGUIN’ with sunny beaches and cool springs painted on its outer walls traversing the main thoroughfares of the City of London. This beautiful bus, also served as one of the official vehicles of the country delegation which brought them to and from the venue, but most of all, greatly added
The venue for the World Travel market 2014 ExCEl Exhibition Center, London
to the promotional mileage in bringing the Province of Camiguin closer to the world. Another milestone of the event was the meeting of possible investors who would bring in more tourists to the island province by establishing new routes for Cruise Ships, inclusion of the Camiguin Province to their tour packages in Asia and opening of new business ventures through our resort operators and other tourism related facilities in the province. The team also had the opportunity to intensify linkages with other local travel agents and tour operators present during the event. The attendance of Camiguin Province in this world travel arena was also a welcome respite for travelers around the globe, for they also needed to explore new places to offer to their clients. Private investors seeking new destinations and longing for new experiences, inquired in terms of culture, arts, food and natural activities as new products, which they can develop and eventually sell to the industry stakeholders and partners. The team from Camiguin Province was led by Congressman Xavier Jesus D. Romualdo (Lone District of Camiguin Province), Provincial Governor Hon. Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo, Mr. Ynigo Jesus D. Romualdo (Office of the Congressman, Lone District of Camiguin) , Mayor Maria Luisa D. Romualdo Municipality of Mambajao ) , Mayor Joseph G. Uayan (Municipality of Sagay ) Mayor Joanne Marie C. Rubin ( Municipality of Guinsiliban) , Ms.
Taken during the Opening of the World Travel Market 2014 at the EXcel Exhibition Center in London last December 3-6, 2014. From left: DOT-10 Regional Director Catalino E. Chan III, Governor Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo, Hon. Ma. Luisa D. Romualdo (Mayor, Municipality of Mambajao), Hon. Joanne Marie C. Rubin (Mayor, Municipality of Guinsiliban), Hon. Joseph G. Uyan (Mayor, Municipality of Sagay) and Hon. Xavier Jesus D. Romualdo, Rep. Lone Dictrict of Camiguin.
Camiguin Province Governor, Hon. Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo, personally briefed, and presented the tourism potentials of the Province of Camiguin to possible European investors.
From left: Congressman Xavier Jesus Romualdo, guest Hon. Baby Romualdo, Governor JJ Romualdo and Mr. Inigo Romualdo wearing headress in time for the launching of visit Philippines 2015 at the WTM 2014.
Double Decker Bus in London featuring the Island Born of Fire “Camiguin Province “, in time for the World Travel Market 2014.
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IMPROVE. The greatest room that we can ever have in our lives is CHANGE & IMPROVEMENT. So let us continue to ask and evaluate ourselves. What are the things we can CHANGE & IMPROVE? Is it your temper issues? You easily get irritated or get angry if things did not happen according to your plan or way. Is it a bad habit? You just have a hard time closing doors or drawers once you open it. Is it your spending issues? You just have a hard time controlling yourself to spend even if there is no need for you to buy things. The issue is not the weakness but the issue is if you are willing to admit and accept that you need to CHANGE & IMPROVE? The first step towards a better marriage is ADMISSION that you need to fix the issues. Me and my wife were so glad that many people inside the room were so brave to admit that they have issues, that there is a need for CHANGE & IMPROVEMENT. How about you? Are you also open for CHANGE & IMPROVEMENT? THINK. REFLECT. APPLY. What are the issues you have in your life? Is it a bad habit? Is it a pride issue? Is it a money issue? Are you willing and open for CHANGE & IMPROVEMENT? If you are, what are you planning to do about it?
Almost 200 couples were there; young and mature couples. I and my wife were so blessed that we were given the opportunity to help them and share to them our personal experiences on how God use our marriage in order encourage others.
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Governor Jurdin Jesus M. Romualdo (left). DOT-10 Regional Director Catalino E. Chan III (right) Hon. Ma. Luisa D. Romualdo, Mayor, Municipality of Mambajao (seated) during the Launching of Visit Philippines 2015 at the Philippine Pavilion, specifically at the Camiguin Stand.
Gov. JJ Romualdo entertaining foreign guests at the Camiguin booth during the World Travel Market 2014 in London
Mayor Baby Romualdo (leftmost) together with Director Butch Chan (Seated in coat and tie) entertaining Camiguingnons who are now residing in London at the Camiguin Stand/Booth during the second day of World Travel market 2014 in London.
Mayor Ma. Luisa D. Romualdo of Mambajao Camiguin presented a token to a foreign guest during the WTM 2014 at Excel Exhibition Center in London.
dice Naomi B. Dael, Provincial Tourism Officer , Hon. Yves Dann C. Romualdo – Chairman Committee on Tourism, Ms. Paz D. Oclarit Provincial Budget Officer , Atty. Frances Margaret C. Aparte- Provincial Legal Officer and Ms. Bernadette Q. Bullas , Manager of Villa
Paraiso Resort and Apartelle. The Regional Office of the Department of Tourism -10 was also represented by Director Catalino E. Chan III, and Marketing and Promotions Officer Mr. Decius “Yoyong” L. Esmedalla.
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I watched Exodus: Gods and Kings last night so I’m inspired to write a column about the origins of Christmas. Mind you, without these few heroic people in the Old Testament, the birth of Jesus would have never occurred. It all started when Abram was called by God to lead “the chosen people” into the wondrous land of Egypt. It was two generations later when Joseph – Abram’s grandson – ultimately fulfilled the promise by God and he was able to sneak into Egypt by wonderful accident. He was sold by his own brothers to the Egyptians. Pretty soon, the Israelites (named after
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Joseph’s father Israel or Jacob), grew in number and the Egyptians especially the ruling Pharaoh were harsh to them and treated them as slaves. The slaves were violently punished while working huge construction sites such as the pyramid and the Pharaoh’s own monument. I knew this story since childhood but knowing the story from a teen’s point of view and from an adult point of view is something different. When I was a child, I had with me an illustrated book describing vividly the Israelites’ escape into the Red Sea, the burning bush and the etching of the Ten Commandments. When
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But there he is in all his majestic form ruling the cinema with Exodus: Gods and Kings with an equally competent cast in the form of Christian Bale as Moses and Joel Edgerton as Pharaoh Rameses. The next interesting part of the Old Testament will be the reign of the Judges. And on with the reigns of Kings Saul, David and Solomon. Then after that, there were the reigns of the major prophets Isaiah, Jermiah and Ezekiel and the minor prophets Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi. A few generations after
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the iconic duet by Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey came into being in Prince of Egypt, it was another wondrous and awesome spell. You’ve got to imagine the lyric of the song: There can be miracles when you believe Who knows what miracles you can achieve Somehow you will when you believe Now here is a version by the great old director Ridley Scott. Imagine that the guy is now 77 years old and he’s still reeling with the sudden death of his little brother Tony. Imagine how distracted he should have been while making Exodus: Gods and Kings.
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that, Jesus was born via Joseph and Mary. That will be our first Christmas celebration. But prior to that, these heroes I have mentioned earlier were really instrumental in bringing out the first Christmas. Without Noah leading “the chosen people” into Ur and Haran, there were no Jews. Without Joseph leading the Israelites into Egypt, there were no “chosen people” to this day. Without Moses leaving the Pharaoh’s comfort as a prince and a general and leading “the chosen people” out of his kingdom and into the barren land of Canaan filled with Hittites and other barbaric tribes, there would have been no Jewish people
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to this day – the same race where Jesus came from. Today as we celebrate Christmas, we must not just remember the saints of the New Testament and the new saints recently upheld by the Church. We must also remember the antique saints of Old.
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Mom’s Pig Out opens branch at SM City CDO By CHRISTINE H. CABIASA, Lifestyle Editor Photos by SHAUN ALEJANDRAE Y. UY
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agayan de Oro’s best boneless lechon belly now serves uptown lechon lovers as it opens its third branch at SM City yesterday, December 18. According to Carlo Chiong, owner, Mom’s Pig Out started its humble journey in 2012 as the city’s whole lechon hub but then shifted to boneless lechon belly after three months. “Mom’s Pig Out came to life because of my family’s love for lechon. We love lechon so much,” Chiong said. Mom’s Pig Out does not only offer delicious lechon belly but also other affordable dishes, families will surely enjoy. “Our bestseller aside from our signature lechon belly includes Dinuguan, Paklay, Kilawin,
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Lechon paksiw, Sisig, and Pan de Bagnet,” Chiong said. “We also have appetizers like crispy kangkong, crispy onion rings, banana heart salad, and our bento meals of braise pork and lechon kawali,” Chiong added. “Also our delicious side dishes, Steam Lapu-lapu, Oxtail Karekare, Hainanese chicken, Kawali in Bagoong with Eggplant, Stir Fried Noodles, Lumpia Shanghai, Stuffed shrimps, Sinuglaw, Pinakbet, and Stir Fried Garlic Kangkong,” Chiong said. Visit Mom’s Pig Out at SM City Cagayan de Oro now and savor the taste of boneless lechon belly! Mom’s Pig Out has other branches also in JR Borja Extension and Carmen, this city.
(Second from left) Carlo Chiong and Cristina Chiong, owners lead the ribbon cutting ceremony as Mom’s Pig Out officially opens third branch at SM City Cagayan de Oro yesterday, December 18, 2014. With them are (extreme left) Ivy Guantero, SM City CDO Public Relations Manager, (Fourth from left) Lilybeth Paredes, BPI branch manager, Pastor Gaspar Ang, and Carla Elizaga, SM City CDO mall manager.
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