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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
TPB’s PHITEX program wins National Tourism Initiative of the Year
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB), the marketing and promotions arm of the Department of Tourism (DOT), was recently honored with the National Tourism Initiative of the Year-Philippines award in recognition of its conduct of the 2022 Philippine Travel Exchange (PHITEX), the country's largest government-organized travel trade event. The Gov Media Awards, presented by Gov Media Magazine and held in Singapore, recognizes the most outstanding government projects and initiatives in the Asia Pacific region. This year’s entries were evaluated by an elite panel of experts, including leaders from World Bank and ADB.
11th Regional Travel Fair surpasses pre-pandemic performance, hits over PHP 110M in sales
The 11th Regional Travel Fair, organized by the Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines, made a triumphant return to full onsite event since the COVID-19 pandemic, generating over PHP 110 million in actual and negotiated sales during its three-day event at the SM Seaside City Cebu from 21-23 July 2023. This surpassed the previous RTF sales figure by 32.97%.
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Richmonde Hotel Iloilo celebrates eight years
It was 2015 when Richmonde Hotel Iloilo opened its doors and pioneered the transformation of the hospitality industry in the Western Visayas region by introducing first-rate facilities and services world-class travelers deserve. Now, as it turns eight years old this month, the hotel is spreading cheer and good fortune with exciting room offers and an epic dinner experience.
Designed for those looking for a luxurious escape to revel in fun relaxation, Richmonde’s Celebrate Eight Room Packages will make any guest feel lucky indeed. For a day of soothing comfort and invigorating activities, book the Rejuvenate Package which is good for two persons and comes with an overnight stay in a Deluxe room with breakfast buffet at The Granary, choice of ventosa, aromatherapy, Moroccan full body, head+back, or head+foot massage service, PhP 1,500 worth of dining credits that may be used for food & beverage orders at any of the hotel’s restaurant outlets, namely The Granary, BizBar, or Zabana Bar, or from Room Service. This package is priced at only PhP 8,888nett.
Celebrate Eight Room Packages
Rejuvenate Package is valid for double occupancy and includes Deluxe room accommodations, breakfast buffet, in-room massage service, and PhP 1,500 worth of dining credits, for PhP 8,888 nett. Extra bed with breakfast is at PhP 1,500 nett. |
The Rest & Recreation Rates are for two-night stays at double occupancy and start at PhP 8,888 nett (room only) and PhP 9,888 nett (with breakfast buffet). |
Level up quality time with family and friends and create meaningful moments with the special Rest & Recreation Rates valid for two-night stays. Room accommodations for two persons go for as low as PhP 8,888 nett or PhP 4,444 nett per night (room only) and PhP 9,888 nett or PhP 4,944 nett per night (room with breakfast buffet).
All above-mentioned rates include Wi-Fi access and complimentary use of the gym and pool. This special anniversary room offer is available until July 31, 2023, except July 21 & 22.
Some of the dishes included in the 8 course tasting menu: (L-R) Inasal Tacos (chicken inasal, Ilonggo inasal BBQ sauce, sinanglag taco shell, pickled vegetables, soy pearls, blistered leeks, calamansi aioli); Uhong (smoked medley of mushrooms, roasted onion puree, adobo XO, powdered kasuy, local cheese, fine parmesan); and Meringue de Sal (monggo paste, batuan jam).
Richmonde Hotel Iloilo has always been known for its tasty and innovative menus that pay homage to Iloilo’s rich culinary heritage. For its 8th anniversary, Richmonde presents Panumdúman, a unique one-night only gastronomic adventure that aims to capture the nostalgic flavors of our fondest childhood memories in an elevated degustation dinner. This 8 course LaMeza Ilonggo dinner will be served on July 20, 2023 from 6pm to 10pm at The Granary for PhP 4,800 nett per person. Prior reservations required as seats are limited.
As Richmonde Hotel Iloilo celebrates another year in the business, it is also primed and ready to serve its guests even better. According to General Manager Natalie Lim, “We owe our success to all the guests and clients who have supported us throughout the years. In return, I can assure you that we will continue to work hard to provide you with only superb products, excellent services, and most of all, happy, enriching experiences.”
For inquiries and reservations, call (6333) 328 7888. To book a room, you may also call (63) 917 580 9058 or email stay@richmondeiloilo.com. To reserve a table for Panumdúman, you may also call (63) 917 563 3558.
Richmonde Hotel Iloilo is the first hotel outside Metro Manila of local real estate giant, Megaworld Corporation. With its strategic location within the modern 72-hectare development of Iloilo Business Park, coupled with its world-class facilities, Richmonde Hotel Iloilo elevated the standards of the hotel industry in Western Visayas when it opened in 2015. Richmonde is among the growing number of homegrown brands under the Megaworld Hotels and Resorts group. For more information on Richmonde Hotel Iloilo, log on to www.richmondehoteliloilo.com.ph and for the latest news on the hotel, follow @RichmondeHotelIloilo on Facebook and Instagram.
4 easy tips to remember to have an unstoppable year - These health tips can help Filipinos live their best life this 2023
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Saturday, July 15, 2023
#VisitCentralVisayas: TPB and DOT bring 11th Regional Travel Fair to Cebu
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