Foreign and local tourists can now look forward to the rise of the first 5-star hotel in Panglao, Bohol called JW Marriott Panglao Island Resort & Spa, following the signing of a memorandum of agreement between Cebu-based developer AppleOne Group Inc. and JW Marriott on June 17 in Singapore.
Following the success and multiple recognitions gained by The Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort and Mahi Center in Cebu, AppleOne would bring its expertise in hotel and property development to Bohol.
AppleOne president and chief executive officer Ray Manigsaca, together with his wife and AppleOne co-founder and chairman Venus Manigsaca signed the deal with JW Marriott.
They saw the future of the industry in Bohol. The province boasts of endless nature-charged experiences in the tropical island life from chasing waterfalls, soaking in cave pools, swimming next to aquatic creatures, to getting lost in the beauty of the Chocolate Hills.
“Surviving the worst effects of the pandemic, people are now eager to make up for the lost time and travel, and we intend to bank on that. We want to entice them more by bringing the luxury experience to the regions starting with Bohol which we believe they will enjoy even more because of the experiences and tourist destinations,” Manigsaca said.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International’s luxury portfolio and consists of award-winning properties and beautiful resort locations around the world. The upcoming luxury property development in Panglao will be added to its roster of over 100 luxury hotels in more than 35 countries. JW Marriott promises to ensure that the new hotel will offer modern conveniences and 5-star amenities in Panglao.
This is AppleOne’s third partnership deal with Marriott International, following the successful birth of the international brand’s placement in Cebu through the Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort and the Fairfield by Marriott Cebu Mactan located within the premises of Mahi Center.
This is a testament to AppleOne’s strong relationship and continued partnership with Marriott International.
AppleOne said it is strongly committed to helping enrich the lives of Filipinos and elevating industry standards across the regions.
It is in constant pursuit of partnering with international luxury property brands as it holds on to its ultimate goal of turning the spotlight on the Philippines as a premier travel destination that offers not only unique experiences but also luxury and comfort away from home.