TUMANDOK,
now on its 11th year is Iloilo’s longest-running and leading tourism
event for the travel industry that creates personal and business opportunities,
providing visitors with quality contacts, content and communities. Opening on
September 24-27, 2015 at the fountain area of Robinsons Place Iloilo, the event
organized by the Provincial Tourism Office of the Iloilo Provincial Government is
the perfect opportunity for participating municipalities in the province to
showcase their products and services to potential industry and leisure buyers.
The
event this year brings together the towns of Oton, Tigbauan, Guimbal, Igbaras,
Miagao, San Joaquin, Leon, Sta. Barbara, Duenas, Anilao, Banate, Ajuy,
Concepcion, Estancia and Carles with the students of Hotel and Restaurant
Technology Department of the Iloilo Science and Technology University, Lapaz
Campus, Iloilo City, the partnership will focus on six themes of
adventure, history, experience, nature, culture and family, which are Iloilo’s
key target markets.
With
the theme, “Heritage and Tourism: Community and Environment,” Tumandok recognizes
the significance of Iloilo’s heritage assets, and ensuring their long-term
protection, is essential for sustainable and appropriate tourism. Visiting
heritage places can be part of a range of activities undertaken by tourists visiting
Iloilo or it can be the sole reason for travel for people with a high level of
interest in natural and cultural heritage.
Hike
mountain trails to rivers, waterfalls or spectacular sea shores. Snorkel or dive.
Explore our rich cultural heritage, see local crafts being made. Our diverse
communities in Iloilo offer something for everyone!
From
visibility to credibility, exhibiting in the annual trade fair has given a lot
of benefits for many participating towns. Tumandok is a great way to advertise
to a target market and create brand awareness. Establishing their presence,
gives them a powerful platform for meeting new customers, reaching out to
existing clientele, and building a more established and reliable brand. The
event is open to a large and sometimes diverse range of audiences. This
provides municipalities with a platform to promote their products or services
to a broader group that may have little or no knowledge of their products and
services.
TUMANDOK
will open on September 24 (Thursday) at 3 p.m. with the musical performance through
rondalla from Barangay Pughanan in Lambunao; September 26 (Saturday) Coronation
of Miss Iloilo Tourism at 5 p.m.; and September 27 (Sunday) closing ceremony
with Tamboo Festival performance from the students of Northern Iloilo
Polytechnic State College of Ajuy and the launching of the new Tambobo Festival
music video and song.
The
11th TUMANDOK is organized by the Provincial Tourism Office of the
Iloilo Provincial Government with Robinsons Place Iloilo and TINUKIB. Also
brought to you by the Iloilo Tourism Officers Association Incorporated and the
Hotel and Restaurant Technology Department of Iloilo Science and Technology
University, Lapaz Campus, Iloilo City and the Daily Guardian.
