August 2014 - WOWCDO.com

Aug302014 by WOWCDO.comNo Comments

Bicolano Blogger Shares the Real Treasures of Cagayan de Oro

This blog post originally appeared on mrjjguerrero.com with the blog title: CDO: The City of Golden Friendship. Bicolano Blogger Jonathan Guerrero shares his experience to WOWCDO.com with the real treasure of Cagayan de Oro. Jonathan Guerrero hails from Legazpi City, Albay and he blogs about food, travel, and an advocate of many things. He has been blogging since August 2010 and has travelled the different attractions in the Philippines. Follow @jjaimeguerrero to follow his adventures and travel escapades or follow him on Facebook. Known and named after its huge gold deposits, Cagayan de Oro City is now made richer because of the real treasures it has: the warm, hospitable and friendly people of the place. Perhaps, it’s one of the happiest places in the country, mayb...

Aug302014 by VICMADZ3 Comments

The VIP Hotel CDO: 12 Facts Every Kagayanon and Travelers Should Know

CDO Hotels, Featured

We bet you all know where The VIP Hotel stands still, of course, right at the heart of Cagayan de Oro. This CDO hotel has been in the metro for decades now but not all of us know the legacy that they have started behind their corridors. Here are some facts you can share to your family and friends. 1. Before the Canoy Family decided to make it a hotel, they thought of putting a hospital on site with the influence of a doctor in the family. 2. The well-known VIP Siopao was a recipe of a chef. 3. The VIP Siopao later opened another business opportunity for the Canoy Group which is Bestbake. 4. VIP’s Cee’s Restaurant also serves homegrown pasalubong items like the VIP Corned Beef, Bangus Sardines and their Salad Dressing. 5. A yearly Belen is showcased at the...

Aug242014 by VICMADZNo Comments

Join Smart’s Mobile Photography Contest and Win Prizes #HigalaayCDO

CDO Promos, Kagay-an Festival

Capture great photos using your mobile phone and win prizes as Smart Communications, the leading telecommunications company in the Philippines, joins Cagayan de Oro in celebrating the Higalaay: Kagay-an Festival. ‘Live All Out’ Mobile Photography Contest Mechanics The ‘Live All Out’ Mobile Photography Contest will be all about the Kagay-anon spirit this August, with a fun-filled City Fiesta as the overall theme. Categories can include any of the following: Kagay-an Festival – Street Dance, Fluvial Parade, Fireworks Display, etc. I <3 CDO – what you love about our City Kagay-anon Foodscapes – the story behind local delicacies and foodie favorites Live All Out CDO – celebrating the “LiveAllOut” event experience Higalaay selfie – share your selfies wearing the officia...

Aug242014 by VICMADZNo Comments

Beatrice Pohl Alvarez is Miss Cagayan de Oro 2014

Featured, Kagay-an Festival

The journey of the lovely Miss Cagayan de Oro 2014 candidates has come to an end but for the newly crowned Miss Cagayan de Oro Beatrice Pohl Alvarez, her long year journey is just yet to begin. BeaAlvarez is an International Studies student at Liceo de Cagayan University. Below are the results from the recently concluded Ms. Cagayan de Oro 2014 Coronation Night held at the Limketkai Center Atrium. Ms. Cagayan de Oro 2014 Minor Corporate Awards Ms. The Loop - #10 Beatrice Pohl Alvarez Ms. Camella Homes – #9 Mitsume Aguilar Ms. Shopwise – #10 Beatrice Pohl Alvarez Ms. Marrianne Suites – #9 Mitsume Aguilar Ms. Sanctuary Beauty and Wellness – #12 Jane Maceda The Face of Haze – #11 Sherra Vacalares Ms. Primavera – #5 Novanmae Marcojos Ms. Islands Souvenirs – #6 Kor Garces M...

Aug232014 by VICMADZNo Comments

KathNiel Invades CDO Trends Online #KathNielInvadesCDO

CDO News

Teen King Daniel Padilla Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo has surely rocked CDO and the online world as they have invaded Cagayan de Oro in the recently concluded Kapamilya Karavan 2014 last August 23, 2014 (Saturday) 3:00PM at the SM Cagayan de Oro’s Beacon area. #KathNielInvadesCDO KathNiel Invades CDO trends online as the hottest teen stars entertains the Kagay-anons. The hashtag is the second local based hashtag that trended after #Centrio. Below are some of the photos from the caravan. [View the story "#KathNielInvadesCDO Trends Online" on Storify]

Aug152014 by VICMADZNo Comments

3 Big Parties Kagay-anons Shouldn’t Miss #AugustRaveSeries

Nightlife in CDO

Kagayanon, be ready for the biggest parties coming this August! Presenting the August Rave Party Series! Celebrate friendship at these parties and venues: Foam Sensation August 16 2K14 9000 is happening on August 16, Saturday 8PM-4AM at JETZ CARWASH How to get there: JETZ CARWASH is behind The Mushroom House Restobar along Macasandig and end of The Rodelsa Circle Rotunda from Pre-selling tickets for only 150PHP (Regular price: Php 200. Please contact Alexander Chanak. All Roads Lead to - a STREET PARTY - August 23, 2014 4PM at the Paseo del Rio, Rodelsa Circle (Rotunda) CDO Electronic Dance Festival - August 30, 2014 1PM-4AM at The Loop at Limketkai Center, Limketkai Drive Cor. Rosario Cresent. For tickets, contact RainMan Prodj. WOWCDO.com is the o...

Aug152014 by VICMADZNo Comments

The Finest Battle Crews, an Inter-school CDO Dance Battle Competition

CDO Events

Outklaz and FBC Solutions presents "The Finest Battle Crews", an Inter-school Dance Battle Competition, that is set to happen this August 23, 2014 Saturday 1PM at the Capitol University Gymnasium. Tickets are sold at an affordable prices - Php 20 for the General Admission and Php 50 for the VIP. You may call 09157555749 for tickets and reservation. This event aims to instill an appreciation for dance as an art form and encourage students to recognize and appreciate the originality, creativity, and variety of movements associated with dance. "We are certain this competition will also teach the value of working together toward common goals." Michael Medico, one of the organizers, also added that statement. WOWCDO.com is the official online partner of the The Finest Battle Crews, an I...

Aug102014 by VICMADZNo Comments

GEG Teachers Trivia Night last August 29 a Success!

CDO Events

Are you a teacher? a trainer? or let us say an educator who is probably tired or stressed? We hope not. Maybe you want to meet new friendss or collaborate with fellow teachers? How about a break! If you want to break that ice then this is the event for you! Come join the 1st "Teachers Trivia Night" in Cagayan de Oro! It's going to be a night of fun, fellowship, and friendship! Don't worry, it's NOT a quiz show, it's NOT an exam! Questions are simple. Answers are easy. There is no pressure!It's about bonding, collaboration, and simply FUN FUN FUN! PLUS! Lots of prizes, freebies, giveaways, and certificates are in store for you! And yes, Registration is FREE! Mechanics for joining is easy : - Just create your team of 3-5 persons. Date: August 29, 2014 (Friday) ...

Aug52014 by VICMADZNo Comments

NCCA Calls for Project Proposals for its Competitive Grants for 2015

Press Release in CDO

August 5, 2014 - The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), the country’s leading government agency for arts and culture headed by its chairman Felipe de Leon, Jr., encourages cultural and art groups, academic institutions, local arts organizations, non-government organizations involved in culture and arts, and others to submit their project proposals for the NCCA Competitive Grants Program for 2015. Deadline is on August 31, 2014. The priority projects for 2015 have been defined by the 19 national committees under the four subcomissions which are the National Committee on Architecture and Allied Arts, National Committee on Cinema, National Committee on Dance, National Committee on Dramatic Arts, National Committee on Literary Arts, National Committee on Music, and Nation...

Aug52014 by VICMADZNo Comments

Join Smart Communications Mobile Photography Seminars in CDO

CDO Events

Mobile internet has gone beyond what it used to do in the past, traditionally we only do call and text, and it has evolved. Today, we use our mobile phones to take memorable photos, share life events and capture scenes worth keeping. In line with the demand in mobile internet, Smart Communications, the leader in mobile communication in the Philippines, will be holding a back to back mobile photography seminar and contest. Remember the dates, venues and times - August 9, 2014, 2-5PM at Sentro 1850, Velez St. Cagayan de Oro and August 16, 2014 at Primavera Condominium at Pueblo Business Park near SM City Cagayan de Oro. It's a must to attend the seminars as they have invited the respected photojournalist Froilan Gallardo, Events and lifestyle portraits photographer Fourth Legara, s...