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A taste of Spain at the Pearl Farm

May 4, 2003 - 12:00am

The Spanish influence in the Barcelo Hotels and Resorts may have rubbed off on the world-renowned Barcelo Pearl Farm Island Resort since its owners, the Floirendos, signed an agreement with the international chain...

Travel and Tourism

Selling the unpolished diamond

By Margaret Jao-Grey  | September 16, 2002 - 12:00am

"The Philippines is a diamond that is not polished on all sides. Unfortunately, it is the unpolished side that most foreigners see," said Barcelo Hotels and Resorts chief executive officer for Asia-Pacific...

Business As Usual

Davao’s must-see attractions, must-try treats

By Honey Jarque Loop | August 14, 2002 - 12:00am

The last time I visited Davao was over 10 years ago. I remember the place vaguely, having spent just a brief weekend in one of the nearby resorts. Yet I do recall certain landmarks and festive events that have remained...

Food and Leisure

Water front Insular Hotel Davao

By Cornelius Mondoy | October 14, 2001 - 12:00am

The timing must be right to let yourself loose like the waves. The hour must be orange dusk, the breeze warm and calm. The murmur of the trees should be only your music, and thoughtlessness your wings. Lie down on...

Travel and Tourism

Barcelo Hotels of Spain ties up with Sarabia Manor

By Des Ferriols | September 15, 2001 - 12:00am

Barcelo Hotels & Resorts, a Spain-based international hotel chain, has tied up with Sarabia Manor Hotel Corp. to undertake projects in the local hotel industry, particularly in Western Visayas. The two groups...

Business

Barcelo Group ties up with Pearl Farm

March 21, 2001 - 12:00am

DAVAO CITY – One of Spain’s largest hotel chain with the most extensive network of...

Business