Three GMA News TV specials mark news channel's first anniversary 

GMA News TV Channel 11 commemorates its first anniversary as the Philippines’ No. 1 News Channel with 3 Anniversary Specials, featuring timely topics presented by the network’s biggest names. 

 

SA SALN ... TAPAT DAPAT!  March 18, 2012, Sunday, 8:40 PM

 

Now that honesty, integrity, and transparency in government are subject of discussion by the entire nation due to the impeachment trial of Supreme Court Chief Justice Renato Corona, News TV investigates how many of those in government service actually practice what they preach.

 

GMA News TV's primary offering on its first anniversary will assess the compliance of our local and national officials against these three values which they vow to uphold via their Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth.

 

The SALN special will scrutinize how Department Secretaries, officials and employees of the House of Representatives, the Senate and Malacanang as well as our men and women in uniform comply with this requirement.

 

SA SALN...TAPAT DAPAT! will reveal the startling list of who are the poorest and richest in government service, and will assess how truthful these claims may be.

 

The special report is hosted by GMA News TV anchor Mike Enriquez and host Malou Mangahas -- with correspondent Joseph Morong – and airs Sunday, March 18 at 8:40 pm.

 

TRAVEL: It’s more fun in the Philippines! March 31, 2012, Saturday, 8:40 PM

 

The sun is out, spirits are high, and people are abuzz with excitement as the summer months loom closer. People are stocking up on sun block, resort wear, and best of all, planning their dream vacations where it's most fun...  the Philippines!

 

To celebrate its first anniversary, the country's number one news channel will take its audience on a memorable summer trip that will give them a taste of the best in Philippine Travel. Can't afford the usual travel itinerary of a tourist? Get on board and take a first class tour of the most talked about and revered travel destinations of the Pearl of the Orient Seas.

 

Boracay for every man! On a budget or first class all the way? I Juander hosts Susan Enriquez and Cesar Apolinario will visit the country's most popular tourist spot and experience Boracay from all walks of life. From the most inexpensive to the most luxurious -- is the sand truly finer on the other side of the island? 

 

From beauty above to the wonders below -- Kara David dons her scuba gear and takes an underwater tour of Palawan's world class coral reefs. Of course, no trip to Palawan will be complete without a visit to one of this generation's seven wonders, the Underground River in Puerto Princesa.

 

Summer is also a time for bonding. Join Raffy Tima and Mariz Umali as they visit Raffy's hometown in Kalinga. But before meeting the folks, the couple will join thousands of travellers in celebrating the annual Panagbenga Festival of the summer capital of the Philippines, Baguio City.

 

Lastly, Survivor castaways Maey and Betong travel to other undiscovered destinations where exotic creatures abound.

 

With more than one thousand, one hundred island destinations, there's no doubt that TRAVEL is truly more fun in the Philippines!  Saturday, March 13 at 8:40 pm only on GMA News TV.

 

EATS more fun in the Philippines! April 15, Sunday, 8:40 PM

 

It is a well known fact that Filipinos love their food. Be it the usual lunch offerings of the friendly neighborhood carinderia, to the exquisite delicacies offered by the most expensive restaurants in town, Pinoys will smack their lips and savor every flavor and aroma of their favorite dishes. Recipes are handed down from generation to generation and no celebration is complete without a serving of lola’s, tita’s, mommy’s, or even great grand lola’s signature dish.

 

To celebrate it’s first year anniversary, GMA NEWS TV invites it viewers to a buffet of nothing but the best food that the country has to offer. The most sumptuous meals presented with a dash of creativity --- EATS, truly more fun in the Philippines!

 

Fill your plates with the signature dishes of the regions. First on the menu -- the fresh harvests of Luzon’s seasoned fruits and vegetables. Find out why Ilocanos refuse to stir their pinakbet and how sniffing a mango may spell the difference between a sweet treat and a sour after taste. We’ll also visit the home of the original Lechon in Cebu City, and delve deeper into the history of the Visayan Chicken Inasal. Next, a mouthwatering sea food buffet, freshly gathered and prepared by one of the most respected chefs in the country today, Chef Boy Logro.     And for dessert, we’ll tickle your palette with some of the sweetest concoctions from Mindanao.

 

Truly a meal worth waiting  for! Save the date – Sunday, April 15 at 8:40pm, only on  GMA News TV.