Isabela City Tourism

Isabela City Tourism City of Isabela de Basilan (Chabacano: Ciudad de Isabela de Basilan; Filipino: Lunsod ng Isabela de Basilan)

HAPIsabela!

HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!‎‎Once again, Happy Fiesta Barangay Sumagdang, Purok Gawad Kalinga!‎‎The Local Government Unit of Is...
06/08/2026

HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!
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‎Once again, Happy Fiesta Barangay Sumagdang, Purok Gawad Kalinga!
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‎The Local Government Unit of Isabela de Basilan, under the visionary leadership of Mayor Sitti Djalia Turabin-Hataman through the City Tourism Office, is one in celebration of the Feast day of the Transfiguration of the Lord. To warmly celebrate this occasion, the LGU of Isabela de Basilan through the initiative of Mayor Dadah Turabin-Hataman extended floral decoration for the chapel of Barangay Sumagdang specifically Purok Gawad Kalinga.
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‎The Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord is celebrated annually on August 6. It is a Christian feast that commemorates the moment when Jesus was transfigured and revealed His divine glory to three of His disciples—Peter, James, and John—on a high mountain. This sacred event is recounted in the Synoptic Gospels: Matthew 17:1–9, Mark 9:2–8, and Luke 9:28–36
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‎The Transfiguration serves as a powerful reminder of Christ's divine nature and the glory that awaits believers. It is a pivotal moment that connects Jesus' earthly ministry with His forthcoming suffering, death, and resurrection. The event reassured the disciples of Jesus' divine authority and prepared them for the challenges that lay ahead.
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‎Happy Fiesta Barangay Sumagdang, Purok Gawad Kalinga!
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HAPIsabela! Mabuhay! ‎‎Our HAPIsabela thanks and gratitude to our visitors from Makati City for choosing and visiting th...
06/08/2026

HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!
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‎Our HAPIsabela thanks and gratitude to our visitors from Makati City for choosing and visiting the Happy City of Isabela de Basilan and experience the wonders of HAPIsabela.
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‎Our grateful appreciation as well to I-Travel Tourist Lane for the synergy ensuring a fun-filled HAPIsabela to their guests and our visitors. Muchisimas Gracias!
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‎We sincerely hope that your stay was not only enjoyable, but also truly enriching and unforgettable!
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‎Muli, maraming-maraming salamat po! Balik po kayo! We hope to see you again!
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HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!‎‎LOOK | Public Hearing on the proposed ordinance authored by Committee Chairperson on Culture and A...
05/08/2026

HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!
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‎LOOK | Public Hearing on the proposed ordinance authored by Committee Chairperson on Culture and Arts, City Councilor Hon. Karel Annjaiza Sakkalahul, and co-authored by Committee Chairperson on Tourism and Beautification, City Councilor Hon. Alexes Infante Ututalum, entitled:
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‎"AN ORDINANCE INSTITUTIONALIZING THE HABI AS THE OFFICIAL BIENNIAL CULTURAL RECOGNITION PROGRAM OF THE CITY OF ISABELA, BASILAN, HONORING OUTSTANDING CULTURAL BEARERS, TRADITIONAL ARTISTS, ARTISANS, AND HERITAGE BUILDERS, PROVIDING GUIDELINES FOR ITS IMPLEMENTATION, APPROPRIATING FUNDS THEREFOR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES."
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‎The proposed ordinance aims to institutionalize the HAPIsabela Award for Builders of Isabela de Basilan (HABI) as the City's official biennial cultural recognition program, honoring individuals whose invaluable contributions safeguard, preserve, promote, and enrich the rich cultural heritage, traditions, and artistic legacy of Isabela de Basilan.
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‎Serving as Resource speaker was City Tourism Officer Claudio Montebon Ramos II together with Tourism Operations Officer II Ms. Arriana K. Jupakkal, who shared valuable insights in support of the proposed measure, emphasizing the importance of recognizing cultural bearers and strengthening heritage conservation through local legislation.
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‎This initiative reflects the City's continuing commitment to preserving its vibrant cultural identity while inspiring greater appreciation, participation, and pride among every Isabeleño.
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‎Photo Credit: Sangguniang Panlungsod - Isabela City, Basilan
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HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!‎‎Warm cheers and felicitations to our visitors for the month of July, 2026! ‎‎The Local Government ...
05/08/2026

HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!
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‎Warm cheers and felicitations to our visitors for the month of July, 2026!
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‎The Local Government Unit of Isabela de Basilan under the dynamic leadership of City Mayor Sitti Djalia A. Turabin-Hataman through the Isabela City Tourism Office would like to express our grateful appreciation to our visitors for the month of July, 2026.
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‎These individuals who experienced HAPIsabela are from Manila, Muntinlupa City, Marawi City, Cebu City, Zamboanga del Norte, Bukidnon, Negros Occidental, Cagayan de Oro, Caloocan City, Davao City, Zamboanga City, Iloilo City, Siargao, Cavite City, Las Piñas City, Jolo Sulu, Palawan and Baguio City. We also welcomed foreign visitors from Malaysia and United States of America (USA).
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‎We are truly pleased and grateful for the opportunity to assist and accommodate all of you on your adventures and journey as you explored and experienced the HAPIsabela wonders! We hope to see you again and again here in our city.
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‎For those who have yet to visit the City of Isabela de Basilan, what are you waiting for?
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‎Visit Isabela de Basilan with us this 2026 ---- Happiness is here!
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HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!‎‎Maligayang Buwan ng Wika!‎‎Ang Lokal na Pamahalaan ng Ciudad ng Isabela de Basilan sa pamumuno ni ...
03/08/2026

HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!
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‎Maligayang Buwan ng Wika!
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‎Ang Lokal na Pamahalaan ng Ciudad ng Isabela de Basilan sa pamumuno ni Alkalde Sitti Djalia A. Turabin-Hataman sa pamamagitan ng Tanggapan ng Turismo ay nakikiisa sa pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa ngayong Buwan ng Agosto na may Temang "Wikang Filipino at AI: Kasangkapan sa Pananaliksik at Paglikha." Ipinapakita ng temang ito ang mahalagang papel ng wikang Filipino bilang kasangkapan sa pagpapalawak ng kaalaman, pananaliksik, at malikhaing paglikha sa makabagong panahon.

‎Ito ay alinsunod sa itinakda ng Pampanguluhang Proklamasyon Blg. 1041, s. 1997, na pinangungunahan ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) ang pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa na idinaraos tuwing Agosto 1-31. Ang Agosto ay inilaan bilang lunsuran ng mga pagpupunyagi sa kasaysayan ng bansa at mga wika.
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‎Ang Filipino at mga katutubong wika ay nagsisilbing instrumento sa pagtaguyod ng kapayapaan, seguridad, at ingklusibong katarungang panlipunan. Kung kaya’t ang pagkilala sa iba’t ibang wika sa lungsod ng Isabela ay mahalaga sa pagbubuklod-buklod ng bawat Isabeleño tungo sa pagbuo ng isang nagkakaisa at maunlad na komunidad.

Mabuhay ang Wikang Filipino!
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HAPIsabela! Mabuhay! ‎‎𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | City Tourism Officer Claudio Montebon Ramos II served as one of the resource speakers duri...
02/08/2026

HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!
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‎𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | City Tourism Officer Claudio Montebon Ramos II served as one of the resource speakers during the Legacy Plenary V: The Tourism and Hospitality Event, held as part of the 2026 Business Week+ and 3rd Zamboanga Peninsula Investment Conference on August 1, 2026, at the C3 Mall Main Conference Hall (4th Floor), Pagadian City.
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‎During his presentation, CTO Ramos highlighted the rich and diverse gastronomy of Isabela de Basilan, emphasizing how local cuisine reflects the city's culture, traditions, history, and identity. He underscored the role of food as a powerful tourism asset capable of creating authentic visitor experiences, strengthening local livelihoods, and promoting sustainable tourism development. Importantly, Ramos highlighted Isabela de Basilan's EATSABELA campaign in showcasing the city's culinary heritage to change perceptions and negative stereotypes. His presentation highlighted 3Cs in the City's Gastronomic and Culinary Journey: Cultural Heritage and Mapping, Community Participation and Collaboration. Marang Marang Women's Association best practices as a model Community Based Tourism Organization where food becomes instrumental to change the image of Sama and Bajau has become a highlight in Ramos' presentation.
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‎Reinforcing the transformative power of culinary storytelling, he shared his message:
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‎"𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘩 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘴𝘦𝘦𝘴 𝘢 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯."
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‎The presentation showcased Isabela de Basilan's commitment to positioning gastronomy as a key tourism asset and a catalyst for cultural appreciation and local economic growth.
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‎We look forward to more opportunities to promote Isabela de Basilan, foster meaningful collaborations, and share our rich culture, heritage, and gastronomy with a wider audience.

Daghang Salamat Pagadian-ZDS Chamber of Commerce and Industry Foundation Inc.!
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‎Mabuhay!
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01/08/2026

‎HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!
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‎A month has passed, yet the joy, laughter, and vibrant spirit of the celebration and merry making continue to live on!
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‎Take a look back at the highlights of Fiesta Alegria na Ciudad de Isabela de Basilan: The 176th Patronal Fiesta in Honor of Sta. Isabel de Portugal—a celebration that will forever remind us of our rich heritage, unwavering faith, and strong sense of community!
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‎Thank you to everyone who became part of the many activities. Our festive congratulations and felicitations as well to all our partners, organizers and stakeholders in making this remarkable celebration a huge success!
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‎See you next year at Fiesta Alegria na Ciudad de Isabela de Basilan: the 177th Patronal Fiesta in Honor of Sta. Isabel de Portugal!

Viva Sta. Isabel de Portugal!

Viva Isabela de Basilan!

Viva Basilan!
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HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!‎‎As we continue our efforts to elevate the quality of tourism services in the city, the Local Gover...
29/07/2026

HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!
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‎As we continue our efforts to elevate the quality of tourism services in the city, the Local Government Unit of Isabela de Basilan under the vibrant leadership of City Mayor Sitti Djalia A. Turabin-Hataman, through the City Tourism Office, in synergy with the Department of Tourism – Zamboanga Peninsula (DOT - Region 9) Accreditation Division, successfully conducted the DOT Accreditation Inspection for both Primary and Secondary Tourism Enterprises on July 27, 2026.
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‎This round of inspections covered Secondary Tourism Enterprises—restaurants, eateries, and cafés—as well as Primary Tourism Enterprises, such as hotels and Mabuhay accommodations in Isabela de Basilan.

Furthermore, the DOT- Zamboanga Peninsula visited the Bajau Women Weavers Association of Tampalan (BAWWAT) to foster collaboration, support local livelihoods, and promote the preservation of the community's rich weaving heritage. Afterwards, Maligue Bamboo Based Creatives Association in Barangay Maligue provided an overview of their products and journey to DOT-ZamPen. Our MBBCA also showcased a product demonstration to better understand products made from sustainable bamboos available in our upland areas.
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‎Accrediting our tourism establishments continue to create a set of quality standards to meet and exceed the customers' expectations through: Adherence to industry standards and codes of practice. The said accreditation is essential to ensure that the tourism stakeholders comply with the Department of Tourism's minimum standards.
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‎Our Secondary Tourism Enterprise aspirants for this batch include:
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‎•Pepito's grill
‎•Alyshcan Café
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‎Meanwhile, for Primary Tourism Enterprises, this batch includes:
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‎•Budget Business Hotel
‎•Casa Isabela
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‎Primary stakeholders for Renewal
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‎•Joveths Restaurant
‎•Rheindrops
‎•Duc's Inasal
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‎We extend our HAPIsabela gratitude to the Department of Tourism – Zamboanga Peninsula (DOT - Region 9) Accreditation Division for coming to Isabela de Basilan and ensuring that we continue to meet the required criteria and standards for our restaurants and hotel/Mabuhay accommodations. Additionally, we sincerely thank the management and staff of the aforementioned restaurants, cafés, food businesses, and hotels for their dedication and cooperation throughout this accreditation process.
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‎Maraming maraming salamat po! Mabuhay po kayo!

ONCE AGAIN ZAMPEN!
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Isabela
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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
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