Explore Igbaras

31/05/2024

Discover the exquisite handmade craftsmanship of the Igbaras Knotters and Weavers Association (IKWA) from Brgy. Santa Barbara, Igbaras, Iloilo! Our talented artisans create stunning Patadyong, Fabric, and Shawls that reflect our rich cultural heritage.
Support local, celebrate tradition, and add a touch of elegance to your wardrobe with these unique pieces.

For more information about their products, contact them via Facebook: Anabel Elbanbuena Elbanbuena

Business: IGBARAS KNOTTERS AND WEAVERS ASSOCIATION (IKWA)
Contact via Facebook: Anabel Elbanbuena Elbanbuena
Products: Patadyong, Fabric, & Shawls

20/05/2024

13/05/2024

08/05/2024

Rigya run ang ginahulat kang tanan! Magsinadya kita!

Igbaras Town Fiesta 2024
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
(May 13-22, 2024)

Mayor Juvic Elmido Escorpion

03/05/2024

22/04/2024

09/04/2024

The Department of Tourism Region 6 joins the nation in commemorating the bravery of our heroes who fought hard to give us our freedom today. 🇵🇭

26/03/2024

DOT VI PUBLIC ADVISORY

Relative to the upcoming Holy Week Celebration this month of March, tourists are enjoined to properly coordinate with the destination’s Local Government Units and Tourism Offices and to closely contact with your accredited hotels/resorts, airline, ferry and land transport companies to avoid inconvenience and/or being stranded.

All local government units and tourism enterprises are also enjoined to activate its tourist emergency units and provide necessary assistance to visitors during the mentioned holiday.

Incase of tourist related emergency, kindly scan the QR Code for the contact information of Disaster Risk Reduction Management Offices of Western Visayas’ provinces and highly urbanized cities.

Furthermore, the public can relay their tourism-related queries through multi-platform support via hotline number 151-TOUR / 151-8687 (available only for Smart and PLDT users) or mobile by dialing +63995-835-5155. They may also opt to contact via email at [email protected]; or through Facebook Messenger at https://www.facebook.com/DepartmentOfTourism and https://www.facebook.com/DOTR6WesternVisayas; web chat at https://philippines.travel/ and https://beta.tourism.gov.ph/.

Stay safe and God Bless!

Thank you.

23/03/2024

A visit to Iloilo will not be complete without exploring some of its well-known churches. As we celebrate the Holy Week with our loved ones, spending time for a religious tour outside the city might be a perfect unforgettable moment for everyone.

Visit these most treasured churches located in Southern Iloilo.

05/03/2024

ARE YOU THE ONE? BE THE ONE!

PHILIPPINE TOURISM AWARDS

The Philippine Tourism Awards (PTA) is the highest and most prestigious citation in Philippine Tourism. The PTA is a recognition program of the Philippine Department of Tourism that seeks to honor industry players and LGUs who have demonstrated excellence in the development and promotion of the country’s tourism sector.

The PTA is designed to achieve the following objectives:
• Instill the culture of Filipino hospitality and excellence in the tourism sector;
• Foster an innovative and competitive consciousness in the country by recognizing individuals, corporate entities, and LGUs, who have contributed immeasurably to the growth of the industry;
• Recognize individuals and entities in the tourism industry whose creativity, expertise, professionalism, and service have been of the highest standards and have highlighted the Filipino identity.

GENERAL GUIDELINES
• Applications may be made online or manually thru the DOT VI with the following address and contact details:

Department of Tourism Region VI
Ground Floor Casa Real de Iloilo (old Provincial Capitol)
General Luna St., Iloilo City
Email Address: [email protected]
Telephone Number: (033) 321 7811

Only complete and correct applications shall be considered.
• All accepted applications shall be subject to review and validation.
• All entries shall be made in writing using the prescribed forms and templates specific to the category and award. Should an enterprise wish to submit its entry in more than one category, the enterprise shall submit separate entries.
• For Tourism Pillars Awards, Application and supporting documents will be accepted until March 8, 2024.
• For Philippine Tourism Industry Awards, application and supporting documents will be accepted until March 30, 2024.
• Application is free of charge.

For more details on the award criteria, kindly visit the link below:
https://beta.tourism.gov.ph/philippine-tourism-awards-3/

For more details, please contact:
Philippine Tourism Awards Secretariat
Contact Number: 8459-5200 Local. 106
Email: [email protected]

24/02/2024

21/01/2024

19/12/2023

𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥

In view of the upcoming long weekend and non-working holidays due to Christmas and New Year’s Day Celebration this December 2023, tourists are enjoined to properly coordinate with the destination’s Local Government Units and Tourism Offices and to closely coordinate with your hotels/resorts, airline, ferry and land transport companies to avoid inconvenience and/or being stranded.

Furthermore, the public can relay their tourism-related queries through multi-platform support via hotline number 151-TOUR / 151-8687 (available only for Smart and PLDT users) or mobile by dialing +63995-835-5155. They may also opt to contact via email at [email protected]; or through Facebook messenger at https://www.facebook.com/DepartmentOfTourism and https://www.facebook.com/DOTR6WesternVisayas; web chat at https://philippines.travel/ and https://beta.tourism.gov.ph/.

Stay safe, God Bless, and Happy Holidays!

13/12/2023

Paskwa sa Igbaras 2023 and 260th Founding Anniversary Celebration Schedule of Activities

Mayor Juvic Elmido Escorpion

16/11/2023

16/11/2023

23/10/2023

22/09/2023

Food Houses in Igbaras that you can visit and dine. 🥘🧋

For more information you can contact them through their given numbers and pages.

29/08/2023

Heavy Rainfall Warning No. 18 - Iloilo Radar
Weather System: Southwest Monsoon
Issued at 8:00 AM, Tuesday, August 29, 2023

RED WARNING LEVEL:
(Valderrama, Tobias Fornier, Tibiao, Sibalom, Sebaste, San Remigio, San Jose, Patnongon, Pandan, Libertad, Laua-An, Hamtic, Culasi, Caluya, Bugasong, Belison, Barbaza, Anini-Y); (Alimodian, Badiangan, Barotac Nuevo, Cabatuan, Dumangas, Guimbal, Igbaras, Iloilo City, Janiuay, Lambunao, Leganes, Leon, Maasin, Miagao, Mina, New Lucena, Oton, Pavia, Pototan, San Joaquin, San Miguel, Santa Barbara, Tigbauan, Tubungan, Zarraga); (Buruanga, Malay, Nabas); Occidental (Bacolod City, Bago City, Murcia, Talisay City, Silay City, Pulupandan, Valladolid, Pontevedra, San Enrique, La Carlota City, Hinigaran); (Sibunag, Nueva Valencia, Jordan, San Lorenzo, Buenavista);
SERIOUS FLOODING is expected in low-lying areas and LANDSLIDES in mountainous areas.

ORANGE WARNING LEVEL:
(Calinog, Duenas, Di**le, Anilao, Banate, Barotac Viejo, San Enrique, Bingawan, Passi City, San Rafael); (Ibajay, Malinao); Occidental (La Castellana, Moises Padilla, Isabela, Binalbagan, Cauayan, Sipalay City, Hinoba-An, San Carlos City, Salvador Benedicto, Calatrava, Toboso, Escalante City, Sagay City, Cadiz City, Manapla, Enrique B. Magalona, Victorias City);
FLOODING IS THREATENING in low-lying areas and LANDSLIDES in mountainous areas.

YELLOW WARNING LEVEL:
(Lemery, Ajuy, Concepcion, San Dionisio, Sara); (Tangalan, Makato, Madalag, Libacao); (Jamindan, Tapaz, Dumalag, Dumarao, Cuartero); Occidental (Candoni, Kabankalan City, Ilog, Himamaylan City);
FLOODING IS POSSIBLE in low-lying areas and LANDSLIDES in mountainous areas.

This information is based on current radar trends and all available meteorological data. The public and the disaster risk reduction and management council concerned are advised to take appropriate actions, MONITOR the weather condition and watch for the next advisory to be issued 11:00 AM.

For more information and queries, please call telephone number (033) 321-6420 or log on to bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph

20/07/2023

07/06/2023

All Filipinos are encouraged to display the Philippine Flag in all offices, agencies and instruments of the government, business establishments, schools, and private homes from May 28-June 2 as part of the celebration of the Philippines National Flag Days.

National Flag Day is celebrated to commemorate the date the Philippine Flag was first unfurled after the Philippine Revolutionary Army defeated the Spanish forces in 1898.