Celebrating Diwali, and a thanksgiving

• Envoys & Expats

by Suzette Jessica - February 7, 2015

In Photo: Proteek Ahuja, Diwali consultant Aditi Ahuja and Marco Polo Plaza Cebu Hotel Manager Julie Najar

Henann Group of Resorts Vice President for Manila office operations Mary Jean Ong, Henann Group of Resorts Chairman Dr. Henry Chusuey and Blue Horizons Travel and Tours General Manager Gregor Zajc

 THOUGH time flies fast, the memories one derives from one moment to another are enough to last a lifetime.

Take, for example, the celebration of Diwali, the ancient Hindu Festival of Lights that celebrates the victory of light over darkness, which is celebrated annually in Indian communities worldwide. Marco Polo Plaza Cebu (MPPC), Cebu City’s premier five-star hotel, took the city’s A-listers on a culinary journey of India.

Bo Hauri during the ceremonial lighting of the Indian brass lamp to symbolize the beginning of Festival of Lights

Ms Cebu 2013 Neesha Murjani in the ceremonial lighting of the Indian Oil Lamp

MPPC’s efficient team, under the leadership of hotel manager Julie Najar, organized the splendid celebration with the guidance of Diwali consultant Aditi Ahuja, an Indian artist and creative events consultant. 

Aissa dela Cruz with MPPC director of sales and marketing Lara Constantino

 MPPC chefs Juanito Abangan, Guillermo De Ocampo and Rodel Galvez with executive chef Stefano Verillo

The Gatzwal Dance Company with their Bollywood dance number

Guests were treated to an authentic Indian feast of mouthwatering dishes, such as chicken tikka masala, palak paneer, served with roti and naan bread, dal-makhani and assorted Indian kebabs  at the hotel’s signature Café Marco. Adding more color to the festivity were presentations of traditional Indian dances, while fun activities, like rangoli coloring and diya painting, were enjoyed by the kids. Milestones are celebrated in grand style.

An important occasion calls for a splendid party. That was what the Henann Group of Resorts did when it thanked its top supporters with an appreciation dinner at Peking Garden Restaurant in Makati City. 

Dr Henry Chusuey with Department of Tourism market development officer-in-charge Verna Buensuceso

TMJ Travel and Tours director Kim Jina and manager Ji Hye with Diamond Global inbound department head Grace Lyn Penaredondo and operations manager Tony Tan

Henann Group of Resorts vice president for Manila office operations Mary Jean Ong, Manila Chuan Lien general manager Esther Tiongco and Nicholas Tiongco

Hosting the event were Henann Group Chairman Dr. Henry Chusuey, Executive Vice President Alfonso Chusuey and Vice President for Marketing Karl Chusuey.

Agoda Philippines senior market manager Ray Lei and associate director Raffy Montemayor with Dr. Henry Chusuey

(Seated) No.1 Tours operations managers Kim Phil Jung and Dannie Chong, Mary Jean Ong, Senubi Travel deputy general manager Ben Huh with (standing) Isabel Garcia and Senubi Travel general manager Sonia Kim

Guests were welcomed by Henann Group Vice President for Manila Office Operations Mary Jean Ong and Assistant Vice President for sales-Boracay area Isabel Garcia. Among the guests were Department of Tourism Market Development Officer in Charge Verna Buensuceso and officials from the travel industry, among others.

 Henann Group of Resorts assistant vice president for sales–Boracay area Isabel Garcia, Hana Tour general manager Seung-wook Jeon and inbound manager Oh Deung Joon with Henann Garden and Henann Lagoon Resort, Boracay director of sales Rizza Sebastian

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Boracay captivates foreign envoys

• Envoys & Expats

by BusinessMirror - December 13, 2014

In Photo: Qatari Ambassador Jassim Ali Al Obaidli with Henann Group of Resorts Executive Vice President Alfonso Chusuey

Henann Group of Resorts-Boracay resort manager Dindo Salazar and Embassy of Romania charge d’ affaires Mihail Bujor Sion

IF you ask travelers to the Philippines the places they have visited on their trip, chances are they would all say “Boracay.” This beach destination is known the world over, and is a must-visit in this part of the world.

A cozy, relaxing time awaits guests at Boracay Regency’s expansive beachfront 

It isn’t surprising that members of the diplomatic corps frequent Boracay. Its mesmerizing scenery, pristine water and white-sand beaches make it the ultimate getaway. Just recently, the triple A-rated resort Boracay Regency Beach Resort and Spa, a Henann resort, welcomed diplomats and expats for a special getaway in this part of the country. The resort is under the leadership of Henann Group of Resorts Chairman Dr. Henry Chusuey, Executive Vice President Alfonso Chusuey and Vice President for Marketing Karl Chusuey.

The indefatigable Henann Group of Resorts chairman Dr. Henry Chusuey 

A number of prominent names from the diplomatic, government, business and social circles had a remarkable stay at Boracay Regency as they sampled the delectable cuisine offered by the resort’s various dining establishments and enjoyed the outstanding service of the hard-working staff. 

Henann Lagoon Resort, Boracay front desk OIC Sheena Albaña, Department of Tourism assistant secretary Arturo Boncato, Jr. and Henann Group of Resorts executive assistant to the general manager Pinky Bacud

MISR HYTECH Egypt CEO Maher Elsayed Mohamed Khalil with Boracay Regency Beach Resort and Spa front office manager Laylanie Gragasin

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Category: Envoys & Expats

03 May 2014

Written by Suzette Jessica

Henann Group of Resorts chaiman Henry Chusuey, Glade Goding and Jeff Taylor with Henann’s Isabel Garcia

WITH the summer heat showing no signs of letting up, it is the best excuse to hie off to a beach resort far from the city to recharge and work on your tan. For many Filipinos, only one place comes to mind when they talk of vacations: Boracay.

Henann’s Karl Chusuey with Thai ambassador Prasas Prasasvinitchai

The Henann Group of Resorts recently announced the rebranding of its properties at this famous island destination. Henann Group Chairman Dr. Henry O. Chusuey formally made public the new names in a lavish celebration at the Maynila Ballroom of the Manila Hotel. The event was attended by the member’s of Chusuey’s family, business partners and valued guests.

La Filipina Uy Gongco Corporation chairman Alfon Uy and Agnes Uy

Senate president Franklin Drilon with Jayelles’ media relations director Suzette Morelos

Henann Group of Resort’s resort manager Dindo Salazar and Henann Regency Resort’s Pinky Bacud

Henceforth, the Regency Lagoon Resort will now be known as Henann Lagoon Resort, and Boracay Garden Resort as Henann Garden Resort. The Boracay Regency Beach Resort and Spa retains its original name. Two additional properties are presently in development on Boracay Island, a 100-room beachfront resort at Station 1 and another 180-room beachfront resort.

Henry Sy, China Airlines’s Bruce Chen and Karl Chusuey

Up’s Travel & Tour Park Jeong Up and Yhan Woo

Hana Tour president Roger Shin with Fun Travel & Tour's Ray Kim

Also made known during the event was the announcement of Henann Resort Alona Beach, which will be opening on the last quarter of 2014, and Henann Resort Malcapuya in Coron, Palawan, which is currently under development. Henann’s individual and corporate partners were also recognized during the event.

No 1 Tours’ Emma Lee and Dannie Chong

Sarah Park, Sonia Park and Nikor Kim