Vigan Philippines Ilocos' Kannawidan Festival Slated For January 28 to February 3Vigan Philippines is all set for the week-long 2nd Kannawidan Ylocos Annual Festival slated for January 28 to February 3. Vigan Philippines which is located in Ilocos Sur Province, is famous for the old massive stonewalls and Spanish brick houses which date back to the Spanish colonization period. The old city of Vigan lies north of Manila and can be reached by bus. Travel time can take from eight to twelve hours depending on how heavy the traffic is going out of Manila. The Kannawidan Ylocos Fest, launched in 2008, will be held in front of Provincial Capitol Hall and Quadrangle, Plaza Salcedo, Plaza Encarnacion and President Quirino Stadium. The Kannawidan fest will follow immediately after the 10-day Vigan Longganiza Festival from January 16 to 26.  The Vigan Philippines festival aims to harness Ilocos Sur's rich historical values and products in order to attract foreign and local tourists and investors. Like last year, thousands tourists and visitors are expected to flock to Vigan Philippines and its neighboring towns during the unique festival to have a glimpse of the old traditions, culture and unique products of the people of Ilocos Sur. “Through this Kannawidan Ylocos Festival, an Iluko term which means feast of all heritages, practices and products in Ilocos Sur, we will showcase and promote our old customs, traditions, culture and products to strengthen their demand,” Savellano said. The other activities are the presentations of cultural dances and costumes, opening of the trade fair with PINAKA contest and presentation of Partuat and Patanor (Jan. 29); the Tourism Travel Mart, job fair, exhibition of vintage equipment and native art’s contest (Jan. 30); Senior Citizen’s Fun Run, mobile passporting, Fashion show, Piano Concert and Marching Band Competition (Jan. 31); Horse-racing contest and search for Saniata ti Ilocos Sur (Feb. 1); Showcasing of indigenous musical instrument and Zarzuela presentation (Feb. 2); and the awarding of outstanding Ilocos Surians.  "Fired Travel Agent Reveals How To Get Dirt Cheap Airfare Tickets!" The secrets exposed here will exceed your wildest of expectations. Manipulate airline companies' ticket pricing computer systems to give you $1,000's of discounts on your ticket. Earn free vouchers for airfare tickets just from making a phone call and without ever even flying at all! The KEY to traveling for cheap, and how to use this knowledge to get the biggest bargains!My Airfare Secrets »  "Philippine Dreams" In this ebook you will learn absolutely everything you need to know about visiting, living, working, or retiring in the Philippines.It is a must read for anyone planning on living in or just visiting the Philippines. If you want to know the inside story on what's really going on in the Philippines I highly recommend Philippine Dreams»
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