The Philippines is rich in religious festivals, which has enticed foreigners to visit.

The three biggest festivals honoring Sr. Sto Niño - the Ati-Atihan Festival in Kalibo, the Sinulog Festival in Cebu, and the Dinagyang Festival in Iloilo, greatly contributed to the increase in tourist arrivals in the Visayas according to the National Statistical Coordination Board.

So as not to disappoint visitors to our city, participants in the festival should give their one hundred percent. Give them a good show.

And in order to this, every action has to be a devotion to the real reason for this festival, the Sr. Sto Niño.

Giving our best does not apply to performers alone. We as Ilonggos should give our one hundred percent in promoting our city to the world.

Hala bira, Iloilo!*