Manila, Feb. 20 -- The city government, through the Office of the Senior Citizens Affairs (OSCA), has launched a travel program allowing elderly residents to experience this city as tourists.

Fifteen senior citizens, all officers of the Federation of Senior Citizens Associations of the Philippines-Iloilo City chapter, participated in the program's first guided tour on Thursday.

The half-day trip featured rolling tours and stopovers at key tourist sites, including Jaro Cathedral and Belfry, Molo Mansion, Molo Plaza, and Molo Church.

"We feel valued and happy because the city government gave us this opportunity," said 77-year-old participant Ofelia Bataican, adding many seniors would not have the chance to explore the city on their own....