Barangay KAUSWAGAN is one of the most prosperous barangays in the first district of Cagayan de Oro City today. This barangay is about three kilometers from the poblacion. It is bounded on the east by the Cagayan de Oro River, the west by Barangay Bulua, the north by Barangay Bonbon and the south by Barangay Carmen.

A progressive barangay because it stand by its name Kauswagan and it continues to progress or in bisaya, padayon sa mag uswag!

The Barangay also bagged the Best Lupong Tagapamayapa Award at the city level for the 7th time! Aside from the awards, Barangay Kauswagan continues to progress in terms of business. As the years go by, many establishments choose to put their businesses in Kauswagan because of its strategic location, large area and good number of populations.

Some business establishments here are the following:

• Auto and Motorcycle dealers
• Banks, Lending Firms, and Financial Institutions
• Clinics and Hospitals
• Pharmacies or Drug Stores
• Convenient Stores, Hardware and Supplies, General Stores
• Department Stores and Appliance Stores
• Supermarket, wet market
• Hotels, Motels, Pension Houses and Boarding
• Repair Shops
• Restaurants, Carenderias, Coffee Shops and Resorts in Kauswagan
• Salons, Beauty Shops and Barber Shops

The top known establishments located at Barangay Kauswagan are:

• S&R Membership Shopping
• Save More Supermarket
• Car Companies such as: Toyota, Ford, Suzuki, Mazda, Subaru
• McDonalds, Jollibee, Chowking
• Polymedic Medical Plaza
• Housing and Condominium projects such as: Casa Mira Towers, Tuscania Towers, Bria Flats,

and a lot more.

Casa Mira Towers CDO

Casa Mira Towers for example is the biggest project as of today being built in Barangay Kauswagan, specifically located along RN Pelaez Blvd., Kauswagan, Cagayan de Oro City. It is a 2-tower high rise residential condominium project of Cebu Landmasters, Inc.


Tower A will be 22 floors and Tower B will have 26 floors where the first 4 floors is a podium where parking lots and retail spaces are located. Just last week, the construction equipments arrive and soon the construction project will start.

If you are interested to get a condominium unit, now is the best time to get one because they are on pre-selling period. That means they are still on a low price. With the following ameneties:

• Ground Floor Retail Area
• Adult and Kiddie Swimming Pool
• Viewing Deck
• Fitness Gym
• Function Hall
• Lobby
• Club House
• Player Room
• Play Area
• Garbage Rooms per Floor
• 100% back-up power
• 24/7 CCTV Sytem
• CLI-PM Property Management Services

Casa Mira Towers is now accepting reservations!

Please contact 09177131298 for reservation! Or PM CDO Today Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/CagayanToday

Chowking Kauswagan Drive-thru is now open. It is the first Chowking Drive-thru in Cagayan de Oro City and the 11th store in the city. They are giving FREE Chunky Asado Siopao for 1 year to the first 100 dine-in customers and FREE Asado Siopao for the first 100 drive-thru customers.


They are located along NHA Kauswagan Highway. The new Chowking Kauswagan Store has a homey interior design, with wide glass windows for customers to feel at home while dining inside.



Plus the Drive-thru area is a two-lane road for a convenient drive-thru experience without the hassle of driving into a narrow area.



Visit them now because they are also giving away surprises for everybody today. They are open regularly from  7AM til 12 Midnight. They are still studying the customers' demand if there's a need to be open 24 hours, then probably by then they will be open 24/7.

Check out some pictures of the new Chowking Kauswagan Drive-thru below.

Iloilo, known for the annual Dinagyang Festival, exquisite heritage sites, deliciously fresh seafood, and signature Ilonggo dishes. It is also undeniably famous for some Spanish-colonial churches, vintage houses, and old commercial and institutional buildings, no wonder why it is called the “Queen City of the South.”





How about the beautiful scenic islands and beaches in Iloilo? Northern Iloilo is famous for their islands of Gigantes, Concepcion, Ajuy, and Sicogon beckon and beaches in Miagao, Guimbal, Tigbauan, and Oton.



Enough about mentioning those and it is time for you to experience those Iloilo vibes personally by going to Iloilo from Cagayan de Oro City!

It is now very easy for you to travel to Iloilo without the rritating inconvenience of traveling from one port to another, because you can now reach Iloilo from CDO for as fast as 30 minutes via airplane with Air Asia. They have a ONE DAY ONLY FLASH SALE to Iloilo. Get ready to grab a very affordable deal from Airasia's ONE DAY ONLY flash sale to Iloilo! Book now until November 28 and travel now until March 30, 2019!


What are you waiting for? Visit https://www.airasia.com and book your Iloilo Experience!

Cagayan de Oro firm Metro Oro Ventures (MOVE) together with Oro Graphic and Samsung Mobile Division – Mindanao, a South Korean multinational conglomerate brand recently joined hands to promote and create the first ever local ad campaign for their premium phones featuring local talents and tourist spots. Samsung has been a leader in the smartphone revolution in the Philippines and they have released premium phones for everyone.

Smartphones have now become an integral part of our daily lives. The usage of mobile phones has now evolved from the basic calling and texting to addressing a whole lot of needs now. Providing constant communication with family and friends, to using it for audio/video entertainment, shopping online, or for fun and games. With this technology advancements in the mobile industry, the young consumers now look to their smartphones for their daily dose of news, fad, entertainment, and even achievements.

Kevin Lee, Samsung PH President & Managing Director (right) together with the local artist on the TV Ad.

“As we support the new generation of digitalization, Samsung wanted to cater customers of all ages with smartphones that comes with premium design, sleek, and mostly affordable. Each phone release still boasts the same amazing features that supports the consumer’s everyday need,” said Tom Dignos, VP Sales for VisMin.

Kevin Lee, Samsung PH President & Managing Director Together with Samsung Mobile Division – Mindanao Staff

The video campaign ad partnership features the new Samsung Galaxy J6+ that comes with a dramatic 6.0" HD+ Infinity display with optimized 18.5:9 aspect ratio. It is lightweight, slim, and features a smooth, rounded-edge design that grips well in the hand. It also features a premium glossy finish and comes in a series of trendy color options, including red, black and gray for that added touch of style.

Its camera features an advanced dual camera to allow for a professional-looking bokeh blur effect. Subjects and shapes really stand out. The unit also has Live Focus, where you can manually adjust the depth of field before and after the photoshoot for better focus manageability. Its shutter moves when needed – thanks to the high-resolution dual rear 13MP(F1.9)/5MP(F2.2) and front 8MP cameras. It also comes with various camera features and creative filters to liven up what you capture without glare.



With the Galaxy J6+ 6.0” display it is ideal for multitasking activities, including gaming, texting and web browsing. It also has an App Pair functionality, where you can make appointments while messaging and checking maps simultaneously.

Experience Galaxy J6+’s rich and powerful sound with its Dolby Atmos that is engineered to create and play back multichannel soundtracks for a fully immersive and ultimate home cinema sound experience.

Security-wise, Samsung has made it convenient for its users. Users can wake up the phone with its intuitive side fingerprint sensor for seamless recognition or use the option to unlock the phone instantly with its Facial Recognition Technology that grants access only for the user. Inside the software, it also has a secure folder option for protecting and securing your files.

And lastly, Samsung now has this app called Samsung Members where it keeps you in the loop. News & Tips gives you tips and tricks for Samsung products and services that lets you get to know products and taking your knowledge further. Community section of the app connects you to other Samsung users, share your creative insights and product reviews, and you can contribute your ideas to better products. Support section of the app is where you can find support from experts, you can send an inquiry and they’ll have a representative to answer for you. You can perform phone diagnostics here to keep your device up to date. You can test your hardware, clean memory and storage, uninstall unused apps and optimize phone settings. Lastly, Benefits – take advantage of special offers and discounts and discover a variety of promotions and events where you can get invites that are exclusive only to Samsung members.

The price of the Samsung Galaxy J6+ is only Php 10,990 but they will make it more affordable as the holidays starts.

Samsung Galaxy J6+ can be bought at these stores:

• Graphic All-In Store along Capt. Vicente Roa St.
• Samsung 2/F Centrio Mall
• Samsung G/F Limketkai Center
• Samsung Gaisano City Mall

Check out this local commercial here in Cagayan de Oro City with some local artists:


Project & Creative Director: ACA
Videography: Red Cloud Imagery
Shoot Director: Mario Micabalo
Executive Production: MOVE - Metro Oro Ventures
EP Head: Ritchie Riveral
Producer: Oro Graphic / Samsung
Production Staff: Cocoi Casino, Esther Rudes
Make Up Artists: Galileo Piloton, Khen Ranan
PR/Blogger: Rosanna Lim
Project Consultants: Benjie Manuel, Jay Rey Alovera

Cast: Trixia Anne Villamor, Roxanne Villamor, Amy Talaboc, Al Moralde, Robert Edrian Luis Dignos, Marc Aaron Yang, Xandrex Arellano, Chandreena Moorjani, Christine Arroyo, Mariel Christine Pelegrino, Chelsea Bien, Sophia Andrea Raiz, Sheena Camielle Raiz, Dae Woon, Nelson Louisse Siao, Mikaela Kassandra Siojo

Kaon "Ta! to Showcase CDO cuisine

A promising gastronomic extravaganza awaits visitors as the Department of Tourism (DOT) launch Kaon ‘Ta! 2018 Food and Travel Festival in Cagayan de Oro City this coming November 23-25.


DOT Secretary Bernadette Fatima Romulo-Puyat said food enthusiasts will be treated to a wide array of local cuisine, including exotic authentic Cagayan de Oro recipes to be presented by CDO’s prominent local chefs for degustacion of special guests.


32 exhibitors, including hotels and restaurants, farm resorts, agro industry groups, eco-farm adventure parks, transport operators, universities, and various LGU tourism offices will represent specialty food products, coffee, vegetables, juices, handicrafts and culinary tour packages.



Among the featured CDO chefs and their special recipes, include:

• Chief Benjie Gaviola, Beef Rendang; 
• Chef Chiko Arvin Cacanindin, Chicken Surol; 
• Chef Pat Sabay III, Humba de Oro; 
• Chef Cyril Balbuena, Sinuglaw and lnun-unan na Pidlayan; 
• Chef Albert Chiu, Roast Beef and Binaki; and 
• Chef Roseller S. Fiel, Chicken Piaparan (Halal). 

Guests chefs include:

• Chef Rodrigo San Luis, 
• Chef Glenn Villacin and 
• Chef Dario Estrada

Puyat said the series of events showcases the country’ s widely-diverse culinary culture all over the country, to create awareness and interest on distinct Filipino cuisine and tourism destinations.”Travel experience is really more fun when served with the fusion of the unique Filipino hospitality and delectable Filipino food,” said Puyat.



DOT Region 10 Director Marie Elaine Unchuan said the event will also feature unique local agricultural products, arts and crafts, and info kiosks on farm tourism sites in the region.

"Our region is the site of Kaamulan, the only authentic ethnic festival in the county that features the cultures of seven distinct tribes in Central Mindanao, namely Bukidnon, Higaonon, Talaandig, Manobo, Matigsalug, Tigwahanon and Umayamnon,” said Unchuan.



Unchuan also said the various tribes, the LGUs and private establishments, all being tourism stakeholders of the sustainable and inclusive tourism program, will participate in the food and travel festival.

She said the regional offices of the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Trade and Industry will put up their respective exhibits.

Christmas Tree Made from Cooked Crabs

After its launching in Legazpi City and Cebu City last October, the CDO leg of the travel and food expo series gets its foot in the door of Mindanao ahead of the Kaon Na! edition in Davao City, Ayala Mall this December 7-9.

Kain Na! segments will also be held simultaneously on Dec. 7-9 at the Marquee Mall, Angeles City, Pampanga and at the Ayala Mall, Solenad, Laguna

With the launching of Lite Ferry 18 in CDO, you can now travel from CDO to Cebu and vice versa by boat for 9 hours. Lite Shipping Corp. president and CEO Lucio Lim Jr. proudly said that they have the fastest and newest vessel for the Cagayan-Cebu route.

CDO Mayor Oscar Moreno during the Launching of M/V Lite Ferry 18

Lite Ferry 18 is a 92 meters long and 17 meters wide coastwise type, roll-on-roll-off passenger ferry, it has a passenger capacity of 400 and cargo capacity of 17 trucks. As of today, Lite Shipping Corp. has been connecting Mindanao and Visayas with their 25 vessels and they will add 2 more new vessels by March 2019 and they will be planning to connect to South Luzon in the future.

Before, riding passengers has been complaining about the cleanliness and comfort of their travel with other vessels. With Lite Ferry 18, it is designed to get its passengers to their destination in a “very clean, comfortable and safe way.” according to Mr. Lucio Lim Jr.

It is indeed a clean and comfortable vessel. We can attest to that as we tour around the vessel during the launching and blessing. Check out some photos below for you to see.

Economy Class

Lite Ferry 18 Economy Class

Lite Ferry 18 Business Class

Lite Ferry 18 Comfort Room

Lite Ferry 18 Tourist Class

Lite Ferry 18 Tourist Class

Lite Ferry 18 Restaurant

Lite Ferry 18 Restaurant

Lite Ferry 18 Cargo Area

The Philippine version of American Idol called Idol Philippines will be searching for a new idol and it will be debuting its first season on ABS-CBN soon.


They are now scouting for some talents in Cagayan de Oro City on November 22, 2018. This is open to 16-28 years old. If you are interested, please prepare a downloaded minus one music on your cellphone: 1 Tagalog and 1 English song. Then head to The House, 2F Consortium Bldg., Corrales Ext., Cagayan de Oro City, from 1PM to 5PM and look for head hunter Ian Guanizo.

Good news sa mga Cagay-anons nga ga travel sa CDO-Cebu nga rota! It is now faster and cheaper to travel to Cebu with Lite Ferry 18!



The Lite Ferries management a.k.a “Ang Barkong Bol-anon” will be launching its biggest and latest acquisition, the 92-meter RO-RO passenger ship, Lite Ferry 18, plying the Cebu City to Cagayan de Oro route. To date it is the fastest vessel on the CDO-Cebu route with a travel time of 9 hours.

This Saturday, November 17, 2018, Lite Ferry 18 will finally be launched at the port of Cagayan de Oro City in Barangay Macabalan.

It has hotel-like features and amenities like an air-conditioned restaurant, canteen, information desk, chapel, state-of-the-art kitchen, etc.

Lite Ferry 18 leaves Cebu for Cagayan de Oro every Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:00 PM, while Cagayan de Oro to Cebu is scheduled every Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 7:00 PM.

Lite Ferry Fare Guide:

• Economy Class - P1,020
• Tourist Class section - P1,125
• Executive Business Class section - P1,400
• Cabin Room - P1,615

For more details check out CDODev.

'Tis the season to be jolly at Krispy Kreme and spread the joy and celebrate the #HoliGlaze season with their 2018 Holiday Doughnuts! You can grab these merry treasures starting today.


They will be releasing these in 2 waves. The first wave (November 16 – December 31, 2018) are the Peppermint Cake, Santa, North Star, Holiday Glitz (Strawberry Flavor), Holiday Glitz (Lime Flavor).

Holiday Glitz  (Strawberry Flavor)

North Star

Santa

Holiday Glitz (Lime Flavor)

The next wave will be available starting December 1 – December 31, 2018 which are the Holiday Sprinkles, Rudolph, Snowball, Holiday Bright, Holly Tree!

Photo credit: Mommy Ruby of www.pinaymommyonline.com

Thank you Krispy Kreme CDO for inviting the Kagay-an Experience 2018 participants to your store.