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HOSPITALITY OUTLOOK: SUSTAINABILITY & BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
With the Philippines in line with the top leading global travel destinations,
it has now become a very promising market in the region for investment, projects and operations in the industry.
Join us as various professionals contributing in the tourism and hospitality share their insights about sustainability.
Book now and e-mail hsmasecretariat@gmail.com for more details.
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May 12, 2018
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By: Christine Ann U. Ibarreta |
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First HSMA Great Room Sale
Missed out on that much-needed summer vacation? Fret not, travel junkies, as the Great Room Saleis bringing you big hotel discounts on May 30-31 at the Glorietta 3 Activity Center, Makati City.
Organized by the Hotel Sales & Marketing Association International, Inc. (HSMA), the first Great HSMA Room Sale offers discounts of up to 60-70 percent on hotel and resort rooms, plus a free upgrade to the next room category or suite.
For the Great Room Sale, HSMA has recruited the participation of the following establishments: Ace Suites, Astoria Hotels and Resorts, Azalea Hotels and Residences, Bayleaf Hotels, Best Western Hotel, Bluewater Maribago Resorts, Conrad Manila, Golden Phoenix Hotels, Manila Marriott Hotel, Microtel Puerto Princesa, Island Cove, Seda Hotels, and many more. Entrance to the event is free.
If you have concerns, please let us know. Thank you very much! All the best, MABS BALATBAT Ex-link Management and Marketing Services Corp. Rm 801, TCI Tower, West Capitol Drive Cor. Stella Maris St. Brgy. Kapitolyo, Pasig City Trunk Line : (02) 535 1150 | Tel.Fax No.(02) 633 0153 Mobile No.: 09067816105 Email: mabelbalatbat@exlinkevents.com, msb.exlinkevents@gmail.com Website: www.exlinkevents.com | Blog: www.exlinkeventsblog.com | Facebook:www.facebook.com/exlinkevents | Twitter: www.twitter.com/exlinkevents |
April 28, 2018
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By: Christine Ann U. Ibarreta |
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Dear Exhibitors,
Just a few weeks to go before the Great Room Sale which was originally scheduled on May 14-15, 2018 in Glorietta Activity Area, Makati. In line with this, we would like to inform you that we are moving the schedule of this event on May 30-31, 2018 to give participants an ample time for their preparation. We hope that you will agree with us that this change is beneficial to all Great Room Sale exhibitors.
If you have concerns, please let us know. Thank you very much! All the best, MABS BALATBAT Ex-link Management and Marketing Services Corp. Rm 801, TCI Tower, West Capitol Drive Cor. Stella Maris St. Brgy. Kapitolyo, Pasig City Trunk Line : (02) 535 1150 | Tel.Fax No.(02) 633 0153 Mobile No.: 09067816105 Email: mabelbalatbat@exlinkevents.com, msb.exlinkevents@gmail.com Website: www.exlinkevents.com | Blog: www.exlinkeventsblog.com | Facebook:www.facebook.com/exlinkevents | Twitter: www.twitter.com/exlinkevents |
April 03, 2018
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By: Christine Ann U. Ibarreta |
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March 16, 2018
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We all heard DOT, DILG, and DENR receommending to the President a total closure of Boracay.
They have a job to do so, so as all the Boracay Employess. Lives are affected. Yes, to closing to those that have violated until such time that they have made the needed rectification to be compliant. Why penalize those who follow the rules. WE SHOULD show the public the good Boracay. If Boracay needs to be cleaned, let's do it! Involve the stakeholders, they are much willing to assist. Government should have granted an audience with the stakeholders and have an honest and sincere discussion. We are all for Boracay's Suistainability. It is very important to preserve it's environment and make it clean and healthy for the local people, it's wildlife and waters for this generation to enjoy as well as our children's children. It is our prayer that government re-consider an alternative move to not totally close this paradise. |
March 08, 2018
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March 05, 2018
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We, the HSMA - an organization of hotel sales and marketing professionals composed of 120 member hotels and resorts all over the Philippines express our appreciation for President Duterte’s call to address the long-standing problems in the premier resort island of Boracay.
We agree that the crisis has reached critical proportions and an immediate solution is needed through the joint efforts of the DOT, DILG and DENR.
HSMA endorses the closure and rectification of non-compliant establishments in Boracay and support and uphold properties that follow sanitation and environmental policies and allow them to continue operating their businesses.
Government agencies need to address the issues namely audit and accreditation of all tourist establishments on the island and release a list of non compliant hotels to warn clients (intl and local) to desist from patronizing them until they follow the law.
We stand with our colleagues in HSMA dubbed #oneboracay :
O-ne stand.#oneboracay
N-on closure of Boracay to ensure that employees continue their livelihood and are protected during the rehabilitation ; manage the bookings already confirmed of local and international visitors during the rehabilitation period.
E-nlighten government officials of hotels and resorts sales and marketing situation in order to act as one and mitigate negative impact of rehabilitation
B-e vigilant in protecting the island of Boracay consistently named as best island by global travel companies and ensure its preservation for all generations
O-rganize Boracay as a sustainable tourism zone. Stakeholders and Tourists will be educated on how to protect the island for everyone to enjoy.
R-eport and monitoring system to be implemented to eradicate abuses and violations against environmental and security breaches
A-ggressive marketing campaigns to inform the public on the rehabilitation plan, schedule and programs so vacationers will be guided on how to enjoy Boracay during the rehabilitation
C-ooperation between public and private sectors is imperative with close communication to ensure the success of the Boracay Project and beyond
A-im for a reinvigorated Boracay that will be safe, secure, special, spectacular and stunning and continue to be a top Philippine destination for always
Y-OU and I have this one golden chance!
Our recommendations :
- To gather all stakeholders, principally owners and general managers to discuss mitigation plans, communicate the stages of the rehabilitation or closure by sections to concerned parties, employees, tourism partners etc
- To lay out plans for rehabilitation and dismantling of structures violating easement laws
- To relocate reservations of guests in properties that will be affected by the rehab works
- To manage employees paid and unpaid leaves, rotations and wages during closure for those who will be affected
- To prepare Re-Opening Plans and Programs for those that were closed down
- To prepare a Boracay Project Bash to announce the plan and organize an upbeat campaign that everyone will look forward to and welcome the repair and maintenance work. Use catchy slogans “Boracay Becomes Better” ; “Boracay’s Best is Coming” to capture the positive tone of the program and downplay the hardships, construction, disruption etc.
- To organize a formal announcement of the completion of rehabilitation and introduce a new and better Boracay with week-long island fiestas with special reopening promotions and gifts and thank you parties. A joyful relaunch is in order.
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February 08, 2018
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By: Christine Ann U. Ibarreta |
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Globe Digital Ventures Presentation
Janurary 29, 2018
HSMA Distribution Strategy Workshop @ Marriott Hotel Manila, Grand Ballroom Ceremonial Hall
Distribution Strategy Studio- 1st Philippine Edition on 06th February 2018.
Meet the revenue, online distribution & e-commerce experts from the Industry (Asia - Pacific).
Phase 1 – 1100H to 1345H - General Membership Meeting/ Tourism Update Phase 2 – 1400H to 1800H - Distribution Strategy Studio
Limited slots available.
Registration link: https://rategain.com/events/ |
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Virtus Awards 2017 Winners Named
Executives and associates of various hotels and resorts around the country, officers of the Department of Tourism, TIEZA, Philippine Air Lines, Virtus judges from tourism , business and academe graced the occasion.
HSMA president, Christine Urbanozo- Ibarreta shared that through Virtus Awards, we reward the passionate and driven sales and marketing individuals; and develop the next breed of hospitality ambassadors." 1. To recognize the efforts and commitment of the core members of the hotel , whether they come from 3 star, 4 star or 5 star hotels, we focus on the real STARs FOR ALL SEASONS!– it’s sales and marketing professionals, day-in or day-out, rain-or-shine, are working tirelessly to sustain revenue growth and meet the often impossible sales targets; 2. to reward the passionate, persevering, driven and determined hotel sales and marketing professionals; and 3. to highlight the brilliant and noteworthy hotel marketing campaigns and concepts and to showcase the excellence of the Filipino sales and marketing professionals She adds that HSMA continues to be highly relevant to the Philippine Travel and Tourism industry and continue to speak their minds, steadfast in sharing their expert views, and are not persuaded by influence or intimidation. They welcome innovation and embark on new and relevant partnerships, alliances and projects with new industry players and stakeholders. 
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By: Christine Ann U. Ibarreta |
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We all heard DOT, DILG, and DENR receommending to the President a total closure of Boracay.
They have a job to do so, so as all the Boracay Employess. Lives are affected. Yes, to closing to those that have violated until such time that they have made the needed rectification to be compliant. Why penalize those who follow the rules. WE SHOULD show the public the good Boracay. If Boracay needs to be cleaned, let's do it! Involve the stakeholders, they are much willing to assist. Government should have granted an audience with the stakeholders and have an honest and sincere discussion. We are all for Boracay's Suistainability. It is very important to preserve it's environment and make it clean and healthy for the local people, it's wildlife and waters for this generation to enjoy as well as our children's children. It is our prayer that government re-consider an alternative move to not totally close this paradise. |
