The South Forbes universe

MANILA, Philippines - When Bb. Pilipinas Shamcey Supsup made it to the Top 5 in the recent Miss Universe pageant, we are reminded that the classic combination of Philippine beauty and brains is truly world-class.

Such qualities of man-made and natural beauty and well-thought out planning principles are inherent in South Forbes Golf City, the country’s largest fully-integrated and all-themed golf resort city at the forefront of the Metro Sta. Rosa – Tagaytay corridor, which earned it the Best Golf Community Development by the 2007 CNBC International Property Awards, the world’s most prestigious property awards programme, and, recently, the Highly Commended Award for Best Development by the 2010 Bloomberg Asia-Pacific Residential Award.

“Our international acclaim is owed to South Forbes’ unique feature, the 5 Clusters of Excellence, which affords our residents a complete and varied lifestyle,” said Cathay Land president Jeffrey Ng. “While we have two in the bag, we will continue to garner more crowns in our award-winning development.”

Roll Call. When all the beauty queens in attendance go out on stage, shout out their names and countries, and parade their costumes, they also reveal the colorful diversity of the world and how proud they are of it.

South Forbes takes pride in its internationally-themed Residential Cluster, a wonderful diversity of enclaves which feature the culture and lifestyle of a notable world city.

Presently, several themed enclaves are now thriving: the quaint Mediterranean Villas, the warm Bali Mansions, the tranquil Tokyo Mansions, the fairway-fronting Golf View Terraces. Recently-finished are the homes and amenities of the royal Châteaux de Paris, the tropical Phuket Mansions, and the sleek Scandia Suites. Soon, the chic Miami, the soaring Sentosa Heights, and the newly-launched San Diego Homes will be completed.

Talent Portion. We all bear gifts from the Almighty that we acknowledge and encouraged to nurture. Such talents may only be developed early in life in school and later on at work.

Presently, within easy walking or traveling distance from every South Forbes home are the Learning Links Academy of Sta. Rosa offering pre-school to secondary levels with a day care center to boot, and the South Forbes City Colleges for global tertiary education. Other renowned institutions nearby are the De La Salle University Canlubang, St. Scholastica’s, Don Bosco, and Brent International School, while Xavier School will open next year.

The Business Cluster, where residents can establish their businesses or hold careers, will include the South Forbes Cyberpark, featuring world-class, built-to-specification buildings suited for BPOs and call centers, as well as an established business and technology node in Metro Sta. Rosa.

Interview. Ask any child what he wants to be when he grows up, most would say “doctor.” In beauty competitions, what most would dream of is world peace or everybody in the world is free from illness.

There is nothing better than a well-deserved spa treatment after a hectic day at work. Fortunately, with the Astoria Plaza — South Forbes Business Hotel and Conference Center, the heart of the Wellness Cluster, which houses the spa and specialist clinics to serve the wellness requirements of the young, adult, and even the retirees from here and abroad, all with be well. Hospitals like the Southern Luzon Hospital and Medical Center will offer nothing but the best medical facilities and treatment.

Of Swimsuits and Evening Gowns. Where else would you wear these than in your neighborhood clubhouse. Spend mornings and afternoons swimming in the Mediterranean Villas clubhouse reminiscent of the Iberian coast or the tropical beach setting in Phuket Mansions. Balls and galas are most regal at the Châteaux de Paris.

Or if you don’t have one, shop for it at the City Center, the retail, dining, entertainment, and cultural hub of South Forbes.

The Crown Jewel. The prime leisure amenity is the world-class 18-hole South Forbes Golf Club designed by Asia’s leading golf course designer, the International Management Group (IMG). Membership to the club comes free with every lot or condominium unit purchase. And with the affiliation to the IMG Sports Club, jetsetter members can play in all other IMG-affiliate golf courses worldwide.

There’s no need to change religions. Move in right here, right now. Call 635-7777 or 631-8855 for a free city tour or log on to www.southforbes.com for more information.