Martes, Hulyo 21, 2015

From Airport to Bustling Township, Megaworld Changes the Ilonggo life

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The old Iloilo Airport in Mandurriao, Iloilo City (photo by JunJun Mendoza)
Pelagia Longno remember how she used to say “goodbye” to her husband, Jonathan Longno, a seaman OFW before leaving for his flight to Manila at the Iloilo Airport 15 years ago. That very moment left a pinch in her heart. Like the Longno couple and other Ilonggo OFWs, venturing professionally to look for high-paying jobs in other countries to provide a better future for their family, they are doing a great sacrifice.
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A Place of Sentiments and Dreams
According to the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) records in 2014,there are more than 60,901 OFWs coming from the Province of Iloilo out of the estimated 187,971 OFWs throughout Western Visayas leaving to work in other countries. Iloilo City has the biggest number of OFWs with 28,890 who send large amount of remittances and taxes that helps our economy. For nearly 8 decades, the old Iloilo Airport in Mandurriao district served as the airline domestic entry point for Iloilo and other neighboring provinces.  For most OFWS and their families, this airport has been a part of their lives. It leaves a sentimental spot, a place where they used to say their precious “goodbyes” to their loved ones and create bittersweet memories before leaving each other for the sake a better life.
Since its operation in the 1930s, the old Iloilo Airport in Mandurriao District ended its operation in 2005. It was replaced by a much-bigger and modern Iloilo International Airport in the nearby municipality of Cabatuan in Iloilo. After its closure, the old airport property had its untimely slumber – the place became sleepy and the noise of the airplanes died down. The Iloilo City Government formulated a plan to revive the area into a possible commercial and residential complex ushering an extension of the city’s unstoppable progress. Megaworld Corporation, the country’s leading real estate and township developer saw the property’s investment potential. In 2007, they successfully acquired the 72-hectare old airport property. Soon, Megaworld unveiled their visionary plan of transforming the property into one of their biggest township projects, their most ambitious venture outside of Luzon with a total of P35 billion investment – the Iloilo Business Park.
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Iloilo River Esplande by night (Photo by Neil Alvin Cuenca)
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Iloilo Business Park's Megaworld Boulevard (Photo by Marx de Silva)
Relentless Developments
“Iloilo Business Park is the city’s new central business district, a most welcome addition to the city’s urban development landscape that will help realize the city’s vision of becoming a premier city,” says Jose Ronie Penalosa, Iloilo City Planning and Development Coordinator. He believes that Iloilo Business Park is a “strategic location, a valuable connectivity and carefully planned mixed-use development that strongly supported by an eco-friendly network of walk-able green urban spaces, bikeways and public transport-oriented corridors that makes it an excellent place to live, work and play in.” The township perceived to be the most high-end infrastructure and business-related project in Iloilo City since it features significant developments that would pave way for strong investments, commercial and employment opportunities.
Megaworld’s 72-hectare master-planned township was carefully envisioned to unlock Iloilo City’s global potential with the opening of Iloilo Convention Center equipped with a massive seating capacity of 3,700 audiences where this year’s Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) side events are set to take place. The township is teeming with commercial investments where a lifestyle mall – the Festive Walk Mall, a mall annex and the long-stretching 1 kilometer Street of Festive Walk, a shop-and-dine avenue are preparing to rise very soon. The Information Technology – Business Process Outsourcing (IT-BPO) industry is destined for a global boost with the opening of BPO office buildings where multinational companies like StarTek, Reed Elsevier, Transcom and many others will find a new home, giving local graduates and professionals the most competitive employment opportunities.  Comprising the Boutique Hotel and Commercial District, international hotels such as the 10-storey Richmonde Hotel Iloilo designed by Getty’s, the world’s most prestigious hotel interior designer, and the first of its kind hotel in the country from the Marriot group - the Courtyard by Marriot, are both looking forward to provide world-class hotel accommodation for visitors and investors.
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(From the top) Two Global Center - BPO Company StarTek office and operation site, a local call center agent, Megaworld Boulevard with the construction site of Festive Walk Mall and One Global Center - BPO Company Transcom office and operation site (Photos by Marx de Silva and Ronelo Ladiao) 

Life-changing Jobs
“I’m lucky enough to be able to have my OJT (on the job training) in one the best call centers in Iloilo Business Park. The opportunity provided young people with a better-paying job. Young professionals like me are hoping to stay and get employed locally rather than to leave our city,” says 20-year-old James Tan, a graduating IT professional from a provincial state university. Tan is one of the competitive young professionals who is now taking part, and will soon benefit from the expected 30,000 job openings foreseen by Megaworld when most of their BPO buildings will open in full swing for the next 10 years. The continued infrastructure developments within the area have benefited local engineers and construction workers.  It includes 30-year-old Joemar Villanueva who is working full-time to complete the Festive Walk Mall, the city’s next shppping center. Villanueva hopes to work in the mall as utility staff with his friends soon after the construction of the mall is complete. Iloilo Business Park is currently providing significant employment opportunities to local workers who are all looking forward to benefit from its existence.   
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Two Global Center and Richmonde Hotel Iloilo (Photos by Ronelo Ladiao)
Significant Changes
With Iloilo Business Park’s larger-than-life significant relation to Iloilo City’s urban development, Peňalosa of the Iloilo City Planning and Development Office has further expressed his thoughts: “Hosting the city’s taller and modern buildings, IBP is going to be a showcase of contemporary Philippine architecture and urban design that is executed in ways at effectively complementing the old world charm and historic beauty of the city’s other districts.” With the township’s promising concept of viability for future businesses, tourism industry and commercial sector, it can usher a new age of economic renaissance for Iloilo City, giving the locals the chance to experience how their vibrant city will grow and prosper as one of today’s most livable cities in the world. For visitors and investors who will be looking for the best place to travel or to relax can fully appreciate their stay in Iloilo as they can see the past being revived and embed in the present. Investments will soon start to pour in and serve as seeds to lay the groundwork for a long-term, sustainable developments and progress. Iloilo City equates in its people’s heart the value of treasuring the past and keeping it all alive, a true inspiration to build a better future.
True progress transcends more than just the physical infrastructure development of a certain city or locality. If its locals are experiencing better and promising opportunities that could raise their standard of living, such change will socially and economically indicate significant elevation, a higher step to sustain competitive progress. In its vision to shape the future Ilonggo lifestyle, Megaworld is sharing their dreams to put  Iloilo City in the forefront of swift developments.
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On a sunny afternoon, Pelagia passes by the very site where the old Iloilo airport was once located. She can’t it help but put a smile in her face, and most of the time, she feels enthusiastic to look ahead in the future. In this very site, a new dream destination – Iloilo Business Park will vibrantly emerge in this city where her retiring OFW husband Jonathan will be coming home soon. One of her two grown-up sons is already an employee working in the township’s BPO company – Reed Elsevier. She’s hoping to spend quality time with her family after her early retirement. Her beautiful city, Iloilo is now teeming with better opportunities for everyone willing to stay home and chase their dreams.
She thought that maybe there will be no more “goodbyes” but a heartfelt “hello” for a bright future and a possible investment opportunity for their family. Well, buying a condominium unit might be a good start of her new life in this bustling township where memories of love was once built. (Ronelo Sanchez Ladiao)



Lunes, Hulyo 20, 2015

Condo Perspective, A Choice To Make!

Are you looking forward to live in a condominium? Check out these facts, you might be the one who deserves the prime lifestyle at Iloilo Business Park...
Retirees for Serene Lifestyle
Condominiums are very popular among retirees, including those who are looking to downsize from their previous homes. A condominium community may offer many opportunities to socialize, and certain developments offer services that cater specifically to retirees and seniors. In addition, many retirees enjoy traveling, and the reduced maintenance associated with living in a condominium is attractive. Looking for serene lifestyle mix with pleasure? A condo unit might be an answer for your dreams.
Frequent Travelers’ ideal abode
A condominium may be appropriate for the frequent traveler for whom keeping up with routine maintenance would be a challenge. Additionally, a condominium unit owner may feel safer leaving the unit unattended for frequent or extended periods of time knowing that neighbors are present. Looking for a place of your own even if you’re frequently travelling? A condo unit is something really you need.
Young Professionals and Graduate Students’ life-in-style
Young professionals and graduate students may be interested in condominiums that are located close to work or school. Condominium ownership may also be attractive due to social opportunities, the proximity to urban conveniences, and because condominiums are sometimes cheaper than a single-family home, while still offering plenty of space. Mixing university life with pleasure and luxury? A condominium will complete your flexible lifestyle.
Young Couples’ love nest
A condominium can be an ideal starter home for young couples. Like other condo owners, couples may find the social opportunities attractive and may enjoy the community facilities offered by the development. Young couples who are not planning or not yet ready to start a family may find the size and layout of a condominium unit to be more practical than that of a house. Starting up a family life in practical and exciting perspective? A condominium will make your love story flourish.
The LIFE you desire…
Megaworld - Iloilo Business Park, the 72-hectare life-stretching township of unlimited pleasure and great possibilities located in Mandurriao District, Iloilo City, is your perfect home in the future. Embrace the vision, the power and prestige by being part of this bustling community of class and luxury. It offers gorgeously-conceptualized condominium units located in top-notch residential towers such as The Palladium, Lafayette Park Square and One Madison Place. Call us to fulfill your desire for a great lifestyle call us at 330-3462-65, 0928-353589451 and 0917-3524888. Visit our showroom at the ground level of Richmonde Tower, Iloilo Business Park, Mandurriao, Iloilo City or check us online at www.iloilobusinesspark.ph.

Biyernes, Hulyo 17, 2015

Shop, Dine, Live, Work in Limitless Passion at Iloilo Business Park

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There’s a brand new lifestyle that gives you the rush, the feeling to be at the top and the sight of luxury that goes beyond your expectations. Just shop, dine, work, make business and live a relaxing life in this upscale urban township – the Iloilo Business Park located in the 72 hectare old airport property in Mandurriao, Iloilo City.
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Find a highly-competitive corporate job in the township’s multinational Business Processing Outsourcing (BPO) companies that operates in the township’s modern BPO buildings. Secure a rewarding employment opportunity that harnesses your world-class potential in communication and other professional skills, elevates your confidence and gives your the visionary perspective of a real corporate life. Finding a great job is easy as visiting the township, looking around and finding out what fits your personal skills to be in touch with the world, and reward yourself with a great career. BPO buildings One Global Center and Two Global Center are the new homes of call center companies Transcom and StarTek. Reed Elsevier operates at the third floor of Richmonde Tower. One Techno Place and Two Techno Place are being constructed and will soon open with more job opportunities for highly-competitive Ilonggo professionals.
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Live exclusively and experience pure condominium luxury with high-end residential towers offered by One Madison Place, an upcoming 3-tower condo with a more upscale-chic lifestyle perspective; Lafayette Park Square is classic-vintage-style tower that gives you a glimpse of French and Spanish architectural design and equally offers elegant amenities, and The Palladium envisaged as the tallest tower in the region attractive for its 4 multi-level sky gardens, penthouse-level ultra-classy loft units, infinity pool and amenities that expresses incomparable luxury. Dreaming to own a condo unit in a high-end township that gives you access to an excellent lifestyle? Now’s your chance to choose and invest something great.
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On a lazy day or after work, shop in limitless pleasure with Megaworld’s very own lifestyle leisure center – the Festive Walk Mall. This first-class landmark shopping center is just a few steps away from the township’s residential towers and BPO buildings where residents can spend their day relaxing. Fulfill your shopaholic-craving, your eye for fashion, entertainment and cuisine trek in the mall’s high-end boutiques, retails shops, international brands and bistros. Are you a movie lover? the mall has 8 high-tech cinemas to entertain you and your loved one with passionate cinematic experience.
Go classy and pamper your palate, rediscover the township’s Street of Festive Walk, a one kilometer dining and culinary strip, the longest in the country to showcase high-end restaurants, bistros and pubs covered in flickering lights. It is a pleasurable destination where food lovers fill their hearts with some of the world’s most expensive cuisines and classy dining experience all in one unforgetable visit.
Pleasure, leisure and business converge perfectly with two of the most-anticipated international hotels in the township – Richmonde Hotel Iloilo and Courtyard by Marriot. Meet up with your clients and guests while being pampered in a classy ambiance where first-class hospitality, comfort and gracious service gives you the best time of your life.
Whatever you aspire and look forward to experience, Iloilo Business Park is more than just a lifestyle business township, it is where the best of life mixed with the passion of Iloilo’s cultural past, a vibrant perspective of leisure and tourism that creates a new story to tell – the heartfelt experience for classy, grandeur and memorable often starts to define the Ilonggo lifestyle most of us are dreaming to see and explore. Iloilo City have what it takes to bring leisure and pleasure to a higher level with Iloilo Business Park.
Explore the brightest and most promising township in Western Visayas now. For exciting information, call us at (033) 330-3462, check us onlinehttp://www.iloilobusinesspark.ph or visit our Showroom at the upper ground floor of Richmonde Tower, 8 Enterprise Road, Iloilo Business Park, Mandurriao, Iloilo City.

Miyerkules, Hulyo 15, 2015

Retire in Style at Iloilo Business Park

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When the Philippine Retirement Authority was established in 1985, it aimed to make the global market recognize the Philippines as the retirement haven of choice. But this plan was designed specifically to target foreign investors, overseas Filipino workers (OFW) and balikbayans (Filipinos who acquired citizenship in their host countries and are planning to go back to the Philippines for vacation or long-term stay), and expatriates already living in the country for the love of immersing with local culture and lifestyle.
Since real estate is a booming business and assurance for long-term return of investment (ROI), retirees who are usually taking permanent career halt between the ages of 60 and 70, envisioning the Philippines as a retirement destination because of its tourism potential, low-cost of living, economic rise and flourishing real estate industry is a wise lifetime plan. Professionals either OFWs, foreigners or even local employees are saving money and resources for years or even decades to prepare for their retirement plan.  In fact, for grandparents who are coming to the Philippines after retiring from their career abroad can rekindle memories and reunite with their family and their grandchildren for a new life ahead.  Condominium buying is one of the best choices to make their retirement plan moving. It is also the first step in ensuring to find and own a space within high-life, stress-free conducive location. There are two choices for retirees in pursuing their retirement plan through real estate: cash sale or term sale. For those who already saved enough money, it’s better to choose cash sale to avail hefty discount and benefits upon paying cash on a certain property or residential unit. For retirees planning to retire in the future, long term payment or term sale is a wise option. Both way, it all comes down to budget and what suits them better.
Let’s say you heard about the booming economy and flourishing tourism, business and investment potentials of Iloilo City, the biggest metropolis in Western Visayas in the Philippines, the next thing that comes in your mind is visit the place, look for a chance to settle in or experience the city’s charming culture, or simply to retire for permanently. Megaworld, the Philippines’ most visionary and dynamic condominium developer launched Iloilo Business Park (IBP) in 2013. By far it is the biggest mixed-use development township in the country boasting with 72-hectare property set to become a commercial, tourism and business central hub in the future at Mandurriao, Iloilo City. Offering a home that exudes extraordinary comfort, convenience and lifestyle, IBP’s luxurious condominium Lafayette Park Square and the 3-tower One Madison Place are capturing the affinity and interest of retirees. Various choices such as executive studio, one bedroom and two bedroom residential units with attractive amenities for a classy lifestyle continue to allure condo buyers. Of course, residential units are available for two buying options: cash sale and term sale that comes with flexible payment terms.  But what’s priceless about IBP’s condominium tower is: once a retiree own a residential unit, it feels like he or she can own the whole highly-urbane prime location, and exclusively live and experience the stress-free, vibrant lifestyle within the country’s most promising township – close to Iloilo City and its cultural-tourism charm.
So, are you excited for your life-changing, life-in-style retirement plan by owning a space at Megaworld’s Iloilo Business Park? Make it happen soon!
For more information, call us at (033) 330-3462, visit us online at www.iloilobusinesspark.ph or see our showroom located at the upper ground floor of Richmonde Tower, 8 Enterprise Road, Iloilo Business Park, Mandurriao, Iloilo City.

The Palladium's Loft Units: Mega-Luxurious

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The finest experience of luxury redefines the concept of condominium living with The Palladium’s Loft Units located at the Penthouse, the topmost 22nd floor of the tower. Visually mesmerizing, each of these posh condominium unit exudes spacious vision suited for interior design flair with a second floor for extended space and comfort. The Palladium’s Loft Units comes in various style which include Executive One Bedroom Loft with Balcony, Executive Two Bedroom Loft with Balcony and Executive Three Bedroom loft with Balcony. These ultra deluxe condominium unit provides a breathtaking view of the spectacular city sights that eventually gives you the power to be on-top of everything, a priceless lifestyle elevation and in control of your passion for a great life. The Palladium is Iloilo Business Park’s newest residential tower, the tallest in the region with 22 floors.

Stunningly beautiful, it is also the first residential tower in the region to feature a third level amenity where residents can experience ultimate leisure with a grand infinity pool, outdoor spa, kiddie pool, fitness gym, open dining area, daycare and function business room. But the most exciting of all, it is the first tower to have 4 multi-level sky gardens that replicates a rain forest where residents can meditate and get close to nature.
The Palladium’s Loft Units are exclusively limited for deserving clients and residents with true passion for a high-end lifestyle. The tower recently opened their South Wing area where visionary clients can choose amongst themselves the best unit, location and view of their most-desired lifestyle.
Be one the chosen few and the most deserving resident to live-in-style at The Palladium’s Loft Units. It is located right in the very heart of Iloilo Business Park, Megaworld Corporation’s most expansive and high-end business township in the old airport in Mandurriao, Iloilo City. For inquiries, call us at (033) 330-3465 or check out our showroom for our pre-selling condominiums located at upper ground floor of Richmonde Tower, Iloilo Business Park, Mandurriao, Iloilo City.

Martes, Hulyo 14, 2015

Richmonde Hotel Iloilo: High-Life, Classy

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An extraordinary fusion of heartfelt hospitality and modern business trend will come together in a classy 12-storey building with RICHMONDE HOTEL ILOILO located within Megaworld's Iloilo Business Park, the future business district and lifestyle destination in Western Visayas. This four-star international brand of hotel chain highlights incomparable luxury, high-end pampering and top-notch amenities with 151 posh hotel rooms. Visitors and guests will experience high-end lifestyle, exclusive hospitality and something to look forward to when visiting Iloilo. It will house a first-class restaurant and deli, function rooms, business center, fitness gym as well as a lap pool with its own pool bar. Likewise, Richmonde Tower features great spaces for company firms in variety of industries. 
Megaworld has commissioned world-renowned architectural firm Gettys to design the hotel’s façade, grand lobby, restaurant and guest rooms. Gettys took inspiration from the city’s rich cultural roots for the hotel’s design concept. 
The same firm has designed some of the world’s prestigious hotels such as The Peninsula Hong Kong; Hyatt Regency in Cancun, Mexico; Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai; The Ritz-Carlton in Miami, Florida; Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago; Westin Golf & Spa Resort in Abu Dhabi; Shangri-La Hotel in Beihai, China; and Hard Rock Hotel in Macau, among others. 
Richmonde Hotel Iloilo is now open at Iloilo Business Park.
Be a part of the rising first-class business and residential center of Iloilo City. For more info, call us at (033) 330-3462 or visit us online at www.iloilobusinesspark.ph for something that would change your life.

Miyerkules, Hulyo 8, 2015

Festive City Responds for Global Elevation






Iloilo is a Festive City. The magnificence of cultural spectacles, impeccable cuisines, historical structures and passionate people converges beautifully, creating a synergy of vibrancy and visions of a colourful future waiting to be seen by the world. 

Queen of Queens City
Favored as the original “Queen’s City of the South,” the last city in the Philippines loyal to the Spanish crown, Iloilo was given this honorable title by Spain’s Queen Regent Maria Christina in 1889. Beyond its title, Iloilo has been the one of the most affluent cities in the 18th and early 19th centuries in Southeast Asia, establishing an international port for global textile industry and effervescent economy. 

Realm of Legacy
Iloilo’s affluent economy and textile industry gave birth to its glorious image as the city of elites, the high-borns, business magnates, notable personages in various field and prominent national heroes. But the most visible of all is its cultural heritage structures and old buildings that made up the Calle Real, one of the country’s oldest trade and commercial districts. Heritage houses and landmarks are still standing tall even in these modern times to remind the world that Iloilo is a royal and vibrant old metropolis. 

The Heart of Festivals
Preserved in the hearts of its people, Iloilo’s deep Catholic Christian traditions spawned the most genuine celebrations and festivities such as the Jaro District’s “Nuestra Senora dela Candelaria” held every first week of February. Merging the concept of the legendary “Barter of Panay,” inspiration from Kalibo’s Ati-atihan Festival and the “gifting” of Santo Nino de Cebu to San Jose Church, Iloilo’s world-famous Dinagyang Festival showcasing spectacular choreography and intricate costumes emerged flamboyantly, and revolutionized Philippine Festivals celebrated every third Sunday of January. Iloilo’s Paraw Regatta Festival, the oldest boat sailing competition in the Southeast Asia and its accompanying “Samba de Regatta” is grandiosely celebrated in Villa Beach every February. 

Impeccable Flavors
Rich like its magnificent past, Iloilo is a city of impeccable flavors and culinary creations that pleases the tongues of visitors and the world. Invented during the World War II in the wet market of La Paz district, a local cook created a distinct hot noodle soup mixed with left-over meats, secret spices and ingredients called Batchoy. The overflowing fresh seafood catch from the sea created a wide array of cuisines in Villa beach touted as one of the old leisure destinations in the city. Biscocho House in Jaro started as a small store baked selling left-over bread topped with sweet-creamy milk became as a well-known “pasalubong” or keepsake. Roberto’s Siopao with only one store in Calle Real is a trademark Ilonggo comfort food for many people. Visiting Iloilo is as close as leaving your sweet palate whenever your travel ended but it is a reason to come back for more. 

Passionate People
Iloilo holds another crown, another title close to most visitors’ hearts – the “City of Love.” People in Iloilo have high respect and passion in preserving their glorious past. Such passion is reflected in their gracious and warm attitude towards visitors. Ilonggo women are known throughout history as not just beautiful but charismatic, soft-spoken and loving. A walk throughout the cityscape would give you a vivid glimpse of “smiles,” vibrant faces and passionate approach whenever you are lost or wanting to look around. People from Iloilo transcends vibrant faces, warm and welcoming conversational tone, unintimidating pride for their cultural identity, and simply having the passion to be of help to strangers and visitors. In a nutshell, you will never lose your way travelling in this friendly city.     

Eco-friendly City
There is a strong synergy, a sense of balance between preserving the past, chasing the dream of a bright future, and taking care of the environment in Iloilo City. The long-stretching Iloilo River is where the city’s name was taken - “Irong-Irong” in Hiligaynon which means nose-shaped was later called “Iloilo.” This flora-and-fauna-rich river that serves as the city’s historical-international trading port is the center of a concerted effort of preservation and protection by the local government. Billions of pesos are spent by the government to elevate it, clean its surroundings and build the stunning Iloilo River Esplanade as the next leisure destination. Well-managed traffic and urban control makes Iloilo City less traffic, minimized pollution. The city roads have long-stretching bike lanes and walkable pedestrian lanes to promote healthy activities, alleviating the use of public transport and vehicles that causes pollution. Stripes of greens and trees beautify the city roads that create an eco-friendly ambiance. 

Investment Potential
Looking at the synergy of cultural prominence and the passion of the past, Iloilo City’s quest for destined elevation would take us to its present image as a rising and awarded livable metropolis in the country where a sustainable economy, ecology and infrastructure projects transform a “living dream” waiting to be realized flawlessly. It is always said that the past is alive in Iloilo and its bright future as a “city of dreams” is now swiftly emerging. With a new international airport in the town of Cabatuan outside the city and countless developments underway, Iloilo City is attracting strong investments from the business sector to lay the foundation of its modern facet, its promising direction to reclaim and live up to the expectation of its people. Iloilo is the new “Mecca” of business from its tourism and cultural potential, center of education in Western Visayas that produce optimistic and success-driven graduates looking ahead to sustain the burgeoning local BPO industry. As investments are pouring in, Ilonggos are bracing themselves to bring their culture, their passion and their all-embracing attitude to welcome the world’s eyes in their humble city. 

Magnet for Magnificence
The real estate industry saw Iloilo’s potential as a city of bright opportunities. The country’s leading real estate developer and BPO landlord, Megaworld Corporation brought their “living dream” in this city to master plan their next successful township, their biggest single investment outside Luzon with a total of P35 billion – the Iloilo Business Park. After the old Iloilo Airport in Mandurriao District ended it operation, Megaworld awaken this 72-hectare property by transforming it into a vibrant mixed-use commercial complex, a business township teeming with great potential. The township presented a big boost, a higher step of elevation for Iloilo’s economy by opening establishments that cater to tourism, leisure, employment and business. Counting down the destinations that will define the extended face of the city’s progress are the 3,700-seating capacity complete with function rooms Iloilo Convention Center; international hotel brands Richmonde Hotel Iloilo and Courtyard by Marriot; shopping and dining centers – Festive Walk Mall and the 1-kilometer Street of Festive Walk; BPO Buildings that will serve as operation site for multinational BPO companies like StakTek, Transcom and Reed Elsevier. The lifestyle in Iloilo is on the verge of high-end altitude with the opening of residential condominium towers starting with 3-tower, 10-storey One Madison Place in 2013; 16-storey Lafayette Park Square and the highest elevated tower in the region with 22 floors, The Palladium in 2014. More developments are waiting and rising in this promising township that could lead to Iloilo City’s great prominence as the next epicenter of progress, a sustainable location to seek for employment opportunities and venture to invest, have business mixed with travelling and tourism for visitors.

Are you looking ahead for Iloilo embracing its destiny as a “festive city of dreams”? Take part of its relentless rise, come to Iloilo City and invest for your dreams.
For more information, contact us at (033) 330-3462 or visit us online at www.iloilobusinesspark.ph.