7Stones Boracay Receives Award of Excellence from Booking.com

On March 18, 2015, 7Stones Boracay’ Sales and Marketing team, Ms. Shari Panganiban and Ms. Aila Taduran attended the awarding ceremony given by one of the world’s leading online travel agencies, Booking.com at the PhilAm Life Tower, Paseo de Roxas in Makati City.

The Award of Excellence for the Booking.com Guest Review Awards for 2014 was given to its most valued accommodation partners that provided the best possible accommodation experience to their mutual guests. Hotels that were given the award achieved overall guest review score of eight (8) or above, based on a minimum of 10 reviews as of 23:59 Central European Time on December 31, 2014. 7Stones Boracay got an outstanding 8.6 score.

The celebration was spearheaded by Ms. Rowena Rivera, Area Manager of Booking.com Philippines Inc. She addressed her utmost appreciation to their partners for offering exceptional accommodation service and for continuously meeting guest’s expectations. She also delivered the message from the Chief Operating Officer, Ms. Gillian Tans, that connecting customers with the world’s most incredible places to stay is at the core of their mission.

Booking.com acknowledges 7Stones Boracay for demonstrating the same mission and consistently providing remarkable stay to their guests.

Chinese New Year in Boracay

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Chinese New Year is a grand event in Boracay. It transforms the island to a modern paradise with flickers of Asian traditions. We’ve rounded up the events and cuisines that you should look forward to once you step on the island for the Chinese New Year.

Celebrations are Intense

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Boracay locals and tourists prepare for this holiday. As the number of Chinese, Taiwanese, and Korean tourists spike during this season, tourists’ energy and vibeecho those of the locals. They are one in preparing for the festivities.

From the moment that you step on the white beaches of Boracay, you’ll feel the intensity of the celebration. There are Chinese decors everywhere—in every hotel, sand sculptures and sometimes, even commemorative drinks just for the occasion.

Splendid Chinese Buffet Spread

Foodies lining up to have a taste of 7th Note Cafe’s scrumptious buffet. Image courtesy of 7th Note Cafe

Hotels and restaurants prepare for this event. They have special Chinese menus that only come out during this time—you may want to try their world-class cuisines while you’re on the island.

The Sky Becomes a Backlit Canopy of Fireworks

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What’s a Chinese New Year celebration without fireworks and dragon dance? During this momentus event, Boracay’s skyline becomes a black canvass for different colors and sparklers. Coupled with energy from the dragon dance and cheers from the crowd, it is a sight to behold.

Kiss under the moonlight or toast to celebrate a New Year together in this lucky island!