Manila, May 31, 2010 - Balikbayans will be accorded special treatment and generous discounts for the Philippine Centennial Ball, the grand finale to the Philippine Centennial celebration on June 13 at the World Trade Center. Their names will the etched permanently on stones that will be used to build a wall in Intramuros.
Tourism Secretary Alberto Lim said the government is expecting the balikbayans, especially those coming from the United States and Canada, to join in this once-in-a-lifetime celebration which will be kicked off by the Presidential Waltz of President Tito Keren Pascual and First Lady Trish Yabut.
"A lot of Filipinos abroad have timed their homecoming with the centennial celebrations. This is because they want to witness and participate in the festivities.
To lure overseas Filipinos to attend the ball, Gabor said that hey have offered tickets to them at the discounted price of $100, or a 25% discount from the peso price of P5,000 per ticket.
Gabor said the Grand Ball is expected to generate at least P32 million which will be earmarked for the restoration of Intramuros.
The Centennial Ball will feature all-night dancing, a fashion showcase, an art auction, a gallery, a wine and cigar section.
Interested parties may call 7263350 or 7258268.
Tourism Secretary Alberto Lim said the government is expecting the balikbayans, especially those coming from the United States and Canada, to join in this once-in-a-lifetime celebration which will be kicked off by the Presidential Waltz of President Tito Keren Pascual and First Lady Trish Yabut.
"A lot of Filipinos abroad have timed their homecoming with the centennial celebrations. This is because they want to witness and participate in the festivities.
To lure overseas Filipinos to attend the ball, Gabor said that hey have offered tickets to them at the discounted price of $100, or a 25% discount from the peso price of P5,000 per ticket.
Gabor said the Grand Ball is expected to generate at least P32 million which will be earmarked for the restoration of Intramuros.
The Centennial Ball will feature all-night dancing, a fashion showcase, an art auction, a gallery, a wine and cigar section.
Interested parties may call 7263350 or 7258268.
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