First in Iloilo, and only in Oton! First in Iloilo, and only in Oton! Anhawan Beach Resort and Spa now offers sailing! Try cruising the shores of Iloilo, or visit the coves of Guimaras via our Getaway or Bravo Hobies! Watch out for the opening of our Sailing School very soon. No other than the famous Olympian sailor Nestor Soriano will give the best sailing experience only Anhawan can offer! Try cruising the shores of Iloilo, or visit the coves of Guimaras via our Getaway or Bravo Hobies! Watch out for the opening of our Sailing School very soon. No other than the famous Olympian sailor Nestor Soriano will give the best sailing experience only Anhawan can offer

Oton Councilor Migs Flores founded the Oton Models Guild (OMG!). They were the ones who showcased all the indigenous hablon clothing outside of our municipal territory. Our kasimanwas “rampa” at SM City Iloilo Activity Center and took pride of our town’s premiere product – HABLON!

For more photos go here:  Hablon Fashion Show by LGU Oton at the 4th Fiber Fashion Fair

I drove along the highway, past our place at Molo. I was thinking of my bed but the thought of seeing Oton and looking for its past kept me going. Then we finally arrived; I drove around the plaza and parked somewhere near the parish church. With our cameras we jumped out of the car, entered Oton’s plaza and looked for the stone mural first… continue reading from original post @ http://iloiloilove.com

Photos by Mark Segador of http://iloiloilove.com

Plastic Bags

A sneak peak has been posted on a social networking site with regard to pass out an order banning shop keepers from providing plastic bags to customers for carrying their purchases, with little lasting effect. Plastic bags are very popular with both retailers as well as consumers because they are cheap, strong,

lightweight, functional, as well as a hygienic means of carrying food as well as other goods. Even though they are one of the modern conveniences that we seem to be unable to do without, they are responsible for causing pollution, flood, killing wildlife, and using up the precious resources of our planet.

Here are some of the harmful effects of plastic bags:

Plastic bags litter the landscape. Once they are used, most plastic bags go into landfill, or rubbish tips. Each year more and more plastic bags are ending up littering the environment. Once they become litter, plastic bags find their way into our waterways, parks, beaches, and streets. And, if they are burned, they infuse the air with toxic fumes.

Plastic bags kill animals. About 100,000 animals such as dolphins, turtles whales, penguins are killed every year due to plastic bags. Many animals ingest plastic bags, mistaking them for food, and therefore die. And worse, the ingested plastic bag remains intact even after the death and decomposition of the animal. Thus, it lies around in the landscape where another victim may ingest it.

No To Plastic Bags

Plastic bags are non-biodegradable. And one of the worst environmental effects of plastic bags is that they are non-biodegradable. The decomposition of plastic bags takes about 1000 years.

Petroleum is required to produce plastic bags. As it is, petroleum products are diminishing and getting more expensive by the day, since we have been using this non-renewable resource increasingly. Petroleum is vital for our modern way of life. It is necessary for our energy requirements – for our factories, transport, heating, lighting, and so on. Without viable alternative sources of energy yet on the horizon, if the supply of petroleum were to be turned off, it would lead to practically the whole world grinding to a halt. Surely, this precious resource should not be wasted on producing plastic bags, should it?

So, What Can be Done about the Use of Plastic Bags?

Single-use plastic bags have become such a ubiquitous way of life that it seems as if we simply cannot do without them. However, if we have the will, we can start reducing their use in small ways.

A tote bag, bayong, basket can make a good substitute for holding the shopping. You can keep the bag with the attendant, and then put your purchases into it instead of the usual plastic bag. Recycling the plastic bags you already have is another good idea. These can come into use for various purposes, like holding your garbage, instead of purchasing new ones.

Tote Bag, Basket, Bayong

While governments may be working out ways to lessen the impact of plastic bags on the environment, however, each of us should shoulder some of the responsibility for this problem, which ultimately harms us.

Anhawan Beach Resort

The promise of a perfect beach holiday lures travelers to Anhawan Beach Resort & Spa in Iloilo. During their stay, they discover pleasures that make them yearn for more and wish to linger longer. Our luxurious suite accommodations, which enjoy a view of the shore, invite them to relax in bliss.

Once they’re comfortably settled in their snug room, enticing recreational pursuits tempt them to go out and have fun. These ventures include spa treatments, leisurely laps at the pool, horseback trips, and jet ski rides. Stay with us and share their story.

Anhawan Beach Resort is a privately owned property with 6 hectares of land and 450 meters of beach front— a perfect place to spend your vacation, celebrate an occasion or just simply be at peace with nature. From a simple family outing to a grand event celebration, we take pride in being a part of an experience for you to remember!

Facilities & Services Offered:
Raft, Restaurant, Swimming pool, Cabanas, Pavillon Rental, Camping Site, Beach Sports Activities, Jet Ski, Kayak, Big Raft Restaurant, Banana Boat, Beach Football, Speed Boat, Volley Ball, and many more…

For Booking and inquiries:

Please contact: Ms. Donna
Telephone No.: (033) 3358949
Mobile No.: (0920) 9544138 or (0922) 4866475
J.C. Zuleta St., Poblacion South, Oton, Iloilo, Philippines

Website:

http://www.anhawanbeachresortandspailoilo.com/ppc/

Facilities and Services

Katagman.com is up again. New  framework for a better and much more reader friendly website. From a e-Business Solution, now a website dedicated to keep Ogtonganon updated and informed of how our town progresses in all aspect, if how everything made possible by Ogtonganon’s helping hand

Our Town, Our Pride.

In behalf of my team, we would like to thank  Migs Flores for a positive response when we ask permission to mirror his page updates regarding Oton for I am not able to attend to those event since I live away from our town.  We are also inviting tech savvy Ogtonganon to share your stories with us.