World-famous Boracay, one of the country’s crown jewels in its tourism efforts, is slowly coming back to life, as it gradually welcomes back visitors after months of self-imposed hibernation due to COVID-19. And with this development, premiere hospitality establishments such as Crimson Boracay have started to gear up and make sure that their guests have a safe, enjoyable stay.
And the resort hotel’s efforts, through its mother company, goes beyond strict adherence to standard protocols within the property, as it also shares in Boracay and Aklan’s efforts to ensure everyone’s health and safety.
To help fast-track COVID-19 tests of locals and tourists, for instance, Filinvest Development Corp., through its subsidiary, Filinvest Hospitality Corp., donated a Real-Time PCR System and Applied Biosystem to the Dr. Rafael S. Tumbokon Memorial Hospital’s molecular laboratory in Aklan.
“We believe that this will help bring tourists back to Boracay. Filinvest Hospitality and Chroma Hospitality, together with the DOT and the Aklan provincial government are working hand in hand to help tourists feel safe and have their much–deserved peace of mind when they visit Boracay,” said Francis Gotianun, senior vice president of Filinvest Hospitality Corp.
Putting the health and safety of guests as a priority, Chroma Hospitality Inc., the management company of Crimson Hotels and Resorts, also introduced its intensified cleaning guidelines to ensure guest safety amid the COVID-19 pandemic with its “Culture of Clean Program.”
The program was created to enhance a safe guest experience and elevated sanitation standards, which includes seamless airport pick-up, minimal direct guest-staff interaction, heightened sanitation for rooms and food and beverage.
James Montenegro, Chroma Hospitality’s country manager, shared that “The past few months have been a testament to the hard work and preparation of the Crimson Resort and Spa, Boracay team to ensure the well-being and safety of guests. With its ‘Culture of Clean’ program, guests are assured of a secured tropical sanctuary. Boracay tourists can expect the resort’s distinct Filipino hospitality and personalized service in an exclusive tropical playground that’s extraordinary and safety standards-compliant.”
Aklan’s local government also issued guidelines for tourists traveling to Boracay and for those who intend to stay for at least one night on the island. Visitors are required to register, attach copies of RT-PCR Negative Result, confirmed booking slip, flight details (if applicable) and proof of identification. After successful processing, guests should keep the Tourist QR Code with them at all times to access services in Boracay. For details, visit http://aklan.gov.ph/guide-for-tourists/.
With these measures in place, beach lovers can enjoy Boracay with nothing weighing on their minds except for the possible sunburn.
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