Comments on: I was really wondering

By: Klaus

Klaus — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 01:50:43 +0000

Hi Martin, thanks for stopping by again. Yes, you are absolutely right what you are saying. Hiring a great band? Yeah, that’s what the last newly weds did, where we have been invited. The 3 men band charged an affordable amount and preform a great mix of Oldies from the 40s, 60s and 70s.

Cheers!

By: Martin

Martin — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 09:28:16 +0000

Hi Klaus,

The Philippines would seem to be a great wedding venue alternative for people in the region wanting something different. I know the cost of a wedding is fairly reasonable, and there are many great beaches and resorts that could host weddings and receptions. On top of that, hiring a great band would be both ‘doable’ and ‘affordable’. Seems like a great opportunity.

Cheers!

By: Klaus

Klaus — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:54:11 +0000

Hi John, glad to know that. Yeah, it’s never to late, and I’d be also happy, if they really may have gotten the point… .

By: Klaus

Klaus — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:49:57 +0000

Hi David, thanks for stopping by again. Sure, it’s a promotion from the D.O.T., and meanwhile I learned that the D.O.T. should go on like this. Interesting, what you wrote about the Bellarocca Island Resort. I always planned to go there. After reading about the prizes, I doubt.

By: Klaus

Klaus — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:41:21 +0000

Hi my fellow Rotarian friend Tyleen, thanks a lot for your comment. Great idea from you. We have had several dental missions also in some parts of Davao City. yes, I’ll surely attend the District Conference next year. You can also email me here by clicking CONTACT US/Klaus… . I would love to keep in touch with you. Take care.

By: John Miele

John Miele — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 23:21:30 +0000

Klaus: This last trip to Europe, I noticed a number of adverts promoting the Philippines as a wedding destination… They were part of a series that included retirement ads and relaxation ads. Seems like they may have gotten the point.

By: David B Katague

David B Katague — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 15:55:23 +0000

Klaus, I believe it is just a promotion by DOT ( Dept of Tourism). However, if this is true, then DOT is putting their advertisement funds in the right direction. I still have not seen any TV ads in the major networks here in US, unlike Malaysia, Singapore or Thailand. DOT ads should not target expats or balikbayans by advertising in Filipino Channels here in US. The expats and balikbayans will visit the Philippines, with out bombarding them with ads about the beauty of the islands. DOT ads should target those who have never heard of the Philippines.

Another item, regarding tourism is attracting other South East Asian tourists such as Japanese and Koreans to visit the Philippines. I believe DOT has done a tremendous job on this, since Bellarocca Island Resort in Marinduque is currently filled with Korean and Japanese tourists. Bellarocca Island Resort was just completed last year. It has been touted as the most beautiful, expensive and luxurious resort in South East Asia. Only the rich Filipinos ( actors, businessmen, TV personalities),Japanese and Korean tourists can afford to stay in this resort. I know this for a fact, since last year, I meet a few of them at the Marinduque Airport on their way to the Resort. I was told that the cheapest room is $300 per night excluding meals and other amenities. The most expensive is a 3-bedroom villa with your own jacussi and pool for $753 per night excluding meals also. I am glad to hear this good news about tourism in the Philippines.

By: Tyleen

Tyleen — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 15:23:54 +0000

Hello my fellow Rotarian,
Thank you for your insights and thoughts about life in the Philippines. It just makes we want to emmigrate all the more.
I will be bringing a Rotary Dental Mission to the Philippines in Mar 2010 . We will be starting in some villages near GenSan and will be attending the 4-6 March District Conference
Will you be attending??? I would love to buy you a coffee or ??? and find out more about your life in the Phils and your experiences with Rotary.
If you want …ask Bob for my email address…he has it.
All the best to you and yours
Tyleen