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- [New Management](https://balesin.com/balesin-advisory-new-management/) - Balesin Advisory: New Management August 3, 2023 To Members: We are pleased to announce two significant developments to your Club as your new management team embarks on a concerted effort to improve the Balesin Island experience. First, veteran hotelier Alain Borgers has returned to lead Alphaland into a new era of enhanced guest experiences and
- [Good news! Free Villa Nights for more friends & family](https://balesin.com/free-villa-nights/) - Good news! Free Villa Nights for more friends & family September 4, 2023 To Members: As you may have heard, your new Club management has started to make improvements to our beloved island. But don’t take our word for it, see them for yourself and bring more of your friends and family to Balesin Island
- [January 10, 2023](https://balesin.com/january-10-2023/) - JANUARY 10, 2023 To Members and Friends: This is just a quick update to keep you abreast of developments in Balesin. Balesin Football Center (BFC) This past weekend, we started playing on the FIFA-approved field at the Balesin Football Center. Fortunately, our BFC Managing Director, Darren Hartmann, owns and operates a football academy in Sinaloan,
- [Bobby Ongpin’s projects](https://balesin.com/bobby-ongpins-projects/) - Bobby Ongpin’s projects 08/28/2019 | By: Tony Lopez, Manila Standard Harvard-educated tycoon Roberto V. Ongpin does not stop thinking of new projects despite his being past 80. The projects serve as the playgrounds of the rich and famous, local and foreign. Aside from his iconic 490-ha. Balesin Island Club (BIC) members-only resort in Quezon province,
- [Our son’s insanely fun wedding in incomparable Balesin](https://balesin.com/our-sons-insanely-fun-wedding-in-incomparable-balesin/) - Our son’s insanely fun wedding in incomparable Balesin 07/01/2018 | By: Tessa Prieto-Valdes, Inquirer Lifestyle Without a doubt, destination weddings are romantic, unique and truly memorable, especially when the locations are exotic and faraway islands. With over 7,000 islands to choose from, the Philippines is one of the best places to have an unforgettable beach
- [‘Exclusive’ sanctuary in Balesin](https://balesin.com/exclusive-sanctuary-in-balesin/) - ‘Exclusive’ sanctuary in Balesin 06/23/2018 | By: Tessa Prieto-Valdes, Inquirer Lifestyle There’s still time to catch the last days of summer and enjoy one of the 7,000 islands in the Philippines. With its unique seascape and landscape, Balesin Island is one of the most beautiful of these islands. Balesin Island Club is an exclusive, world-class
- [Balesin is the first and only PHL island awarded by UNWTO for innovative tourism and sustainability](https://balesin.com/balesin-is-the-first-and-only-phl-island-awarded-by-unwto-for-innovative-tourism-and-sustainability/) - Balesin is the first and only PHL island awarded by UNWTO for innovative tourism and sustainability 02/05/2018 | By: JESSICA BARTOLOME, GMA News It’s only a 20-minute plane ride from Manila, but Balesin Island will take you all over the world. Located east of Mauban, Quezon, the 500-hectare exclusive island doesn’t just boast of pristine
- [Life In The Fast Lane: How One Tycoon Bets On Luxury Playgrounds For Asia's Elites](https://balesin.com/life-in-the-fast-lane-how-one-tycoon-bets-on-luxury-playgrounds-for-asias-elites/) - Life In The Fast Lane: How One Tycoon Bets On Luxury Playgrounds For Asia’s Elites 08/23/2017 | By: Jane Peterson, Forbes This story is part of Forbes’ reporting on the Philippines’ 50 Richest 2017.
- [November 3, 2022](https://balesin.com/november-3-2022/) - NOVEMBER 3, 2022 Dear Alphaland Members and Staff: First, I regret to inform you that Nic Belasco, who has been General Manager of The City Club for many years, has resigned from this position. He has decided to move back to the U.S. for personal and family reasons. We will surely miss Nic! Second, I
- [August 30, 2022](https://balesin.com/august-30-2022/) - AUGUST 30, 2022 To Members and Friends: I am delighted to begin this update by welcoming back Rodolfo “Pong” Ma. Ponferrada as the President of Alphaland Corporation. Pong first joined me in 2006. He worked with me during the early days of Balesin Island Club, starting as General Counsel and then rose all the way
- [September 26, 2022](https://balesin.com/september-26-2022/) - SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 Dear Members and Friends: It is 6:00 in the evening of Monday, September 26, as I write this update. I have just arrived from Singapore, where I was nervously monitoring super typhoon Karding as he took aim at Balesin yesterday, Sunday. Miraculously, Balesin suffered almost no damage. It was as if the
- [August 17, 2022](https://balesin.com/august-17-2022/) - AUGUST 17, 2022 Dear Members and Friends: I am pleased to announce that Atty. Rodolfo Ma. “Pong” Ponferrada will rejoin Alphaland Corporation as President, with effect from September 1, 2022. Pong first worked for me in 2006. I then formed Alphaland in 2007 with Pong as General Counsel. He worked with Alphaland and various RVO
- [June 10, 2022](https://balesin.com/june-10-2022/) - JUNE 10, 2022 Memo to : All Balesin Members Re : Aviation Fuel Prices From : Roberto V. Ongpin
- [March 9, 2022](https://balesin.com/march-9-2022/) - MARCH 9, 2022 Memo to : All Balesin Members Re : Skyrocketing Fuel Prices From : Roberto V. Ongpin
- [February 9, 2022](https://balesin.com/february-9-2022/) - FEBRUARY 9, 2022 Dear Members: Several Balesin members, who are also homeowners at Alphaland Baguio Mountain Lodges (ABML), have suggested that I invite Balesin members to Baguio to view and experience this project of which we are very proud. I am enclosing a link to the brochure of Alphaland Baguio Mountain Lodges. I would like
- [UNWTO officials tour Balesin](https://balesin.com/unwto-officials-tour-balesin/) - UNWTO officials tour Balesin 06/23/2017 | By: Tina Panganiban-Perez, GMA News Officials of the Department of Tourism took executives from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) on a tour of Balesin Island Club in Quezon province on Thursday. According to a report by GMA News’ Tina Panganiban-Perez, the DOT chose to take the UNWTO
- [UNWTO cites Ongpin resort’s sustainable-tourism program](https://balesin.com/unwto-cites-ongpin-resorts-sustainable-tourism-program/) - UNWTO cites Ongpin resort’s sustainable-tourism program 06/22/2017 | By: Ma. Stella Arnaldo,BusinessMirror BALESIN Island, Quezon—Officials of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) were all praises for the sustainable-tourism program of Balesin Island Club, the flagship project of business tycoon Roberto V. Ongpin’s Alphaland Corp. In a news conference on Thursday, UNWTO Secretary-General Taleb Rifai
- [Balesin Island's Luxurious New Yacht Is Fully Furnished in Versace](https://balesin.com/balesin-islands-luxurious-new-yacht-is-fully-furnished-in-versace/) - Balesin Island’s Luxurious New Yacht Is Fully Furnished in Versace 06/14/2017 | By: Yanna Lopez, Culture It’s a literal dreamboat! Balesin Island Club’s new super yacht, the M/Y Obsessions, has set sail—and it’s decked and furnished in head-to-toe Versace! IMAGE Courtesy of Balesin Island Club Balesin’s Chairman Roberto V. Ongpin says of the sleek, 130-foot
- [Balesin Hottest Wedding Place](https://balesin.com/balesin-hottest-wedding-place/) - Balesin Hottest Wedding Place 05/05/2017 | By: Ed Velasco, The Daily Tribune Millennials are changing their spending habits lately from food to travels and beach wedding. Independent think tank Global Consumer Trends said people aged 30 and above dream of a fantastic beach wedding. One wedding venue it mentioned was Balesin, a posh island thrice
- [Why Balesin?](https://balesin.com/why-balesin/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [In Focus: 7 Stunning Celeb-Approved Destinations To Explore This Scorching Season](https://balesin.com/in-focus-7-stunning-celeb-approved-destinations-to-explore-this-scorching-season/) - In Focus: 7 Stunning Celeb-Approved Destinations To Explore This Scorching Season 04/03/2017 | By: Duey Guison, ABS CBN Lifestyle With the sizzling weather outside, we’re sure you and your beau are itching for one epic summer getaway. After all, both of you deserve a much-needed break from the hustle and bustle. What are the hot
- [RP Economy Needs Visionaries](https://balesin.com/rp-economy-needs-visionaries/) - RP Economy Needs Visionaries 02/27/2017 | By: Ed Velasco, The Daily Tribune Great and long term projects are needed in the Philippines as it propels greater economic heights, experts said. They said such projects don’t only provide jobs, room for development, taxes but also proves there are Filipino businessmen who think big and stand above
- [Build infrastructures like Balesin, RP urged](https://balesin.com/build-infrastructures-like-balesin-rp-urged/) - Build infrastructures like Balesin, RP urged 02/13/2017 | By: Ed Velasco, The Daily Tribune News With the economy growing to unexpected level, it is more fitting that more infrastructure outside the metropolis and the capital be built to serve tourists and businessmen spending days or weeks in the country. Since Metro Manila and the provinces
- [Rajo Laurel reflects in Balesin paradise](https://balesin.com/rajo-laurel-reflects-in-balesin-paradise/) - Rajo Laurel reflects in Balesin paradise 01/04/2017 It was very Rajo Laurel to reflect on 2016 and plan for the coming year in the posh paradise of Balesin. Gazing off to the sunset in the grounds of the elite members-only island resort, the renowned designer declares gratitude and admiration for our country’s natural beauty. “Totally
- [Balesin Beauty](https://balesin.com/balesin-beauty/) - Balesin Beauty 12/07/2016 | By: JAMIE Because it’s a self-contained rainy day paradise. Oh, I just can’t stop swooning over Caesar and Chloe’s gorgeous Balesin wedding! The simple yet classic elements gave this already dreamy celebration an extra delightful vibe. The short cascading phalaenopsis bridal bouquet is also a sweet touch. Kudos to Randolf Evan
- [10 Things to Do in Balesin on a Rainy Day](https://balesin.com/10-things-to-do-in-balesin-on-a-rainy-day/) - 10 Things to Do in Balesin on a Rainy Day 11/08/2016 | By: Tim Henares Because it’s a self-contained rainy day paradise. Balesin is a getaway that, for the uninitiated, does a pretty good impression of paradise on earth. You have a great white sand beach, and all the accompanying beach-related activities you can shake
- [Balesin: Setting of milestone celebrations](https://balesin.com/balesin-setting-of-milestone-celebrations/) - Balesin: Setting of milestone celebrations 03/10/2015 | By: Tessa Prieto-Valdes Ruffa Gutierrez receiving one of the special awards for the night, presented by VP of Philippe Charriol International Alexander Charriol, Charriol regional sales director Thibaud Jaouen and SSI Group president Anton Huang Balesin Island is paradise on earth. This private leisure getaway is my favorite
- [Balesin](https://balesin.com/article-balesin/) - Balesin 10/21/2013 | By: Gary Olivar, Manila Standard Today It’s a 500-hectare sliver of heavily forested island that rises out of the shimmering Pacific waters as your plane descends for its landing, half an hour after taking off from a private hangar back in NAIA. The runway bisects the island and is also used to
- [The otherworld of Balesin](https://balesin.com/the-otherworld-of-balesin/) - The otherworld of Balesin 10/09/2013 | By: Pola E. del Monte, High Life Staff Writer THERE is so much beauty in the world that only a privileged few can see. In a secluded private island in Quezon, less than half an hour by air, colossal Mediterranean-style hotels and petite cafés — in the enticing colors
- [Snapshots of Balesin Island Club](https://balesin.com/snapshots-of-balesin-island-club/) - Snapshots of Balesin Island Club 07/19/2013 | By: Leslie Dont hate me but I’m currently in paradise. Here are some shots I took with my iPhone. This is our villa right on the beach. Link: http://www.shootfirsteatlater.com/2013/07/20/snapshots-of-balesin-island-club/ As Seen In
- [Back to BALESIN!](https://balesin.com/back-to-balesin/) - Back to BALESIN! 07/17/2013 | By: Rajo Laurel I did a collage of images from my last visit in Balesin. So when my friends Dennis and Tessa invited Nix and I to celebrate the birthday of Dennis we both immediately cleared our schedule to join the festivities. The resort is just 20 minutes away by
- [Babes and Babot Oreta raise the bar for wedding anniversary celebrations](https://balesin.com/babes-and-babot-oreta-raise-the-bar-for-wedding-anniversary-celebrations/) - Babes and Babot Oreta raise the bar for wedding anniversary celebrations 07/13/2013 | By: Tessa Prieto-Valdes, Philippine Daily Inquirer What is the best way to celebrate a wedding anniversary? Lots of couples try to come up with unique and memorable ways, especially when milestone years are involved. Well, the bar has just been set pretty
- [Family Vacation in Balesin](https://balesin.com/family-vacation-in-balesin/) - Family Vacation in Balesin 06/28/2013 | By: The Bag Hag Hey everyone! Apologies for not having written! I’m currently on holiday with family in Balesin and there is no wifi in the room. Luckily I am using SMART on mobile (apparently, no other mobile network works here) and am able to do a quick post
- [PH’s most expensive island property project developed by single firm](https://balesin.com/phs-most-expensive-island-property-project-developed-by-single-firm/) - PH’s most expensive island property project developed by single firm 05/30/2013 | By: Tessa Prieto-Valdes, Philippine Daily Inquirer What’s new in paradise? The Alphaland Balesin Island Club has changed a lot since I was there last January. Although only four months have passed, it seems so much has happened. Balesin must be the country’s most
- [Balesin: Tropical paradise in Quezon](https://balesin.com/balesin-tropical-paradise-in-quezon/) - Balesin: Tropical paradise in Quezon 04/30/2013 | By: Doreen Yu, The Philippine Star MANILA, Philippines – Getting away from it all can hardly get better than this. Balesin island off the coast of Quezon province is the new hot spot of Philippine tourism, quietly drawing local and international visitors to a resort development like no
- [Beautiful Balesin](https://balesin.com/beautiful-balesin/) - Beautiful Balesin 04/14/2013 | By: Tony Lopez, Manila Times There is nothing quite like it elsewhere—seven themed villages ensconced and rimming the shorelines of an island nearly five times the size of the Makati Central Business District. This is the Balesin Island Resort—a 500-hectare, P4-billion development designed to create seven world-class luxury resort and beach
- [Balesin Island Club](https://balesin.com/balesin-island-club/) - Balesin Island Club 04/11/2013 | By: Rica de Jesus, Heart 2 Heart And we finally arrived at the airport And we finally arrived at the airport We were greeted by Boly, the General Manager of Balesin. Dad and Mom know him because he is the husband of one of our Managers in
- [Dining in Balesin Island Club](https://balesin.com/dining-in-balesin-island-club/) - Dining in Balesin Island Club 02/17/2013 | By: Jimmy Calapati, Malaya Business Insight As soon as we arrived it was lunch time and Tito Rob and Tita Helen hosted lunch at the Clubhouse which served Filipino food. We enjoyed and hopefully one day we can come back, I want to try the food in the
- [Balesin lifts luxury a notch higher](https://balesin.com/balesin-lifts-luxury-a-notch-higher/) - Balesin lifts luxury a notch higher 02/17/2013 | By: Jimmy Calapati, Malaya Business Insight Balesin is probably the biggest and most expensive single-resort development in the country to date. Consider the specs: tens of billions of peso to develop a 500-hectare island off Quezon province facing the Pacific Ocean; seven internationally-themed villas; 5-star accommodation in
- [Beautiful Life](https://balesin.com/beautiful-life/) - Beautiful Life 12/20/2012 | By: Cristina Gomez, Lifestyle Asia Lifestyle Asia travels to the Balesin Island Club to experience Lancome’s newest fragrance, La Vie Est Belle.Read more >> As Seen In
- [New hair, new destinations for a new year](https://balesin.com/new-hair-new-destinations-for-a-new-year/) - Beautiful Life 12/20/2012 | By: Cristina Gomez, Lifestyle Asia A brand-new year deserves brand-new hair color. My hubby Dennis has lately been sleeping with a copper-headed chick. That’s me after weeks of bad-hair days followed by a good-hair overhaul with Laurent Hebert of Franck Provost at the Fort. I took the total-hair opportunity on the
- [‘Binakol’ and ‘kinilaw na tanguigue,’ from an enchanted island called Balesin](https://balesin.com/binakol-and-kinilaw-na-tanguigue-from-an-enchanted-island-called-balesin/) - ‘Binakol’ and ‘kinilaw na tanguigue,’ from an enchanted island called Balesin 11/28/2012 | By: Reggie Aspiras, Philippine Daily Inquirer MANILA, Philippines – Alphaland Corp.’s P3-bilion premium-grade green office building at the heart of the Makati central business district will open its doors to the public in January next year, supplying around 48,000 square meters of
- [Hot spots: Balesin Island Club, the Philippines](https://balesin.com/hot-spots-balesin-island-club-the-philippines/) - Hot spots: Balesin Island Club, the Philippines 10/27/2012 | By: Charley Lanyon, South China Morning Post Another Philippine beach resort – what’s the big deal? The Balesin Island Club, off the east coast of Luzon, is not one resort, but seven, each designed to embody an iconic seaside escape. Jet-setters yearning for the Mediterranean will
- [Celebrating the scent of a beautiful life](https://balesin.com/celebrating-the-scent-of-a-beautiful-life/) - Celebrating the scent of a beautiful life 10/18/2012 | By: Cheche V. Moral, Philippine Daily Inquirer Private planes, an exclusive, secluded island, personal butlers, private villas, black-tie dinner under the skies: It was just the kind of day evocative of the product that was to be unveiled. Luxury French cosmetics firm Lancome has not had
- [BizBuzz: Charity commission](https://balesin.com/bizbuzz-charity-commission/) - BizBuzz: Charity commission 10/10/2012 | By: Daxim L. Lucas Alphaland Corp.’s new Balesin Island Club resort is all the rage among the well-heeled nowadays, but that hasn’t stopped the firm’s honcho, Bobby Ongpin, from using some unique marketing methods to sell his project. One such method is a regularly e-mailed update on the project, which
- [Luxurious places in the country](https://balesin.com/luxurious-places-in-the-country/) - Luxurious places in the country 09/29/2012 | By: Tessa Prieto-Valdes, Philippine Daily Inquirer Arguably the most luxurious address in the city is not a home, but a hotel. Early this year, Sofitel Philippine Plaza presented Manila’s most prestigious and luxurious collection of suites, The Imperial Residence. Its magnificent opulence makes for an ideal sanctuary within
- [Turning 85 is a Blessing](https://balesin.com/turning-85-is-a-blessing/) - Turning 85 is a Blessing 09/13/2012 | By: Emil Jurado, Manila Standard Today Last month I spent a weekend at an island paradise called Balesin. I flew in a Cessna Grand Caravan for a 26-minute flight from the domestic airport. It was raining cats and dogs in Manila and I was hesitant to leave, but
- [Travel Tuesday: Rain in Paradise](https://balesin.com/travel-tuesday-rain-in-paradise/) - Travel Tuesday: Rain in Paradise 09/04/2012 | By: Patty Laurel We’re going local for today’s TRAVEL TUESDAY! If you recall, a few weeks ago I was stranded in paradise due to the bad weather. Normally, I’m the type who rants about flight cancellations–but this rescheduling was openly welcomed by me and Patrick–because we were in
- [L'Arc en Ciel artists render Balesin Island](https://balesin.com/larc-en-ciel-artists-render-balesin-island/) - L’Arc en Ciel artists render Balesin Island 08/05/2012 | By: MMGA, The Philippine Star Intrepid art patron and curator of the L’Arc en Ciel gallery in the South, painter Elaine Herbosa, recently led a group of gallery artists on a island sojourn to her brother Bobby’s stunning island resort, Balesin. Elaine and her artist’s group
- [An amazing paradise](https://balesin.com/an-amazing-paradise/) - An amazing paradise 07/30/2012 | By: Emil Jurado, Manila Standard Today I finally made it last weekend—to the paradise that is Balesin Island. I took off from the Alphaland hangar at the domestic airport to the 1,500-meter concrete airport of Balesin. I had a pleasant 25 minute-ride on a brand-new Cessna Grand Caravan, one of
- [Breathtaking Balesin](https://balesin.com/breathtaking-balesin/) - Breathtaking Balesin 07/17/2012 | By: KAI MAGSANOC On the 25-minute plane ride to Balesin Island in Quezon, my mind was blank as to what to expect from the trip. I had been to other world-class resorts before, and I really didn’t know how it could be different. I even fell asleep on the plane, believe
- [Why Balesin Island should be good for boxed-out Bradley](https://balesin.com/why-balesin-island-should-be-good-for-boxed-out-bradley/) - Why Balesin Island should be good for boxed-out Bradley 06/11/2012 | By: Tessa Prieto-Valdes, Philippine Daily Inquirer, June 10, 2012 I’m not really a boxing fan but today, like almost every other Pinoy, I’m watching the latest Pacquiao fight. The hubby and our boys have dragged me to the big screen at the Alpha Tents
- [Balesin Island Club: Luxurious Way to Enjoy the Beach](https://balesin.com/balesin-island-club-luxurious-way-to-enjoy-the-beach/) - Balesin Island Club: Luxurious Way to Enjoy the Beach 07/16/2012 I try to not let summer go by without going to the beach, not to swim but simply to revel in the idea of soaking in the sun while in reality I’ll just be scoping the relaxing scene with a book at hand to keep me
- [Baring Balesin](https://balesin.com/baring-balesin/) - Baring Balesin 06/19/2012 | By: Jen Balboa, asianTraveler I heard accounts from locals of the Polillo Islands about an island in their region which you can spot even an hour away from reaching it, not by seeing the island itself, but by seeing a distant lush tree afloat in the middle of nowhere, in the
- [The Balesin experience: The world in an island](https://balesin.com/the-balesin-experience-the-world-in-an-island/) - The Balesin experience: The world in an island 06/18/2012 | By: Dina Sta. Maria, The Philippine Star, June 17, 2012 Manila, Philippines – What would you do if you had an island? One tucked between a mighty ocean and a peaceful bay, often visited by typhoons but even more often lulled by languid breezes, where
- [All In Harmony](https://balesin.com/all-in-harmony/) - All In Harmony 06/08/2012 | By: Liza Cuenca, Manila Bulletin As Seen In
- [Beautiful Balesin, Exploring a Luxurious Island Destination](https://balesin.com/beautiful-balesin-exploring-a-luxurious-island-destination/) - Beautiful Balesin, Exploring a Luxurious Island Destination 04/21/2012 | By: Manila Bulletin Who would’ve thought that somewhere, within the typhoon-battered province of Polilio Quezon, lies one island that will soon be a world-class destination? But that’s the beauty of it, isn’t it? It’s like a secret paradise. It’s not hidden from plain sight but only
- [Chairman’s favorite](https://balesin.com/chairmans-favorite/) - Chairman’s favorite 04/18/2012 | By: Doris C. Dumlao, Philippine Daily Inquirer The first of the six themed “villages” of Alphaland Corp.’s uber-upscale members-only island-resort project Balesin in Lamon Bay, Quezon—opened last April 1 in time for the long Lenten break. It was originally intended to finish in end-2013, opening one village at a time, but
- [Awaiting Discovery](https://balesin.com/awaiting-discovery/) - Awaiting Discovery 04/10/2012 | By: Louise Myjel A. Guevarra, Turista Magazine Read More: Awaiting Discovery, Louise Myjel A. Guevarra, Turista, April 2012 As Seen In
- [The world's best beach destinations in one private island](https://balesin.com/the-worlds-best-beach-destinations-in-one-private-island/) - The world’s best beach destinations in one private island 04/10/2012 | Mabuhay Magazine As Seen In
- [Exotic island set to charm, spoil guests](https://balesin.com/exotic-island-set-to-charm-spoil-guests-2/) - The great escape to Balesin 04/08/2012 | By: Michael Kho Lim, The Daily Tribune The summer sun beckons and greets me early when its rays lead me to a private island called Balesin. It is located 90 air miles east of Metro Manila, about 60 nautical miles from the coastline of the province of Quezon
- [Exotic island set to charm, spoil guests](https://balesin.com/exotic-island-set-to-charm-spoil-guests/) - Exotic island set to charm, spoil guests 03/23/2012 | By: Theresa S. Samaniego, Philippine Daily Inquirer Summers in an exotic island? It’s definitely more fun in the Philippines. Specially if you end up spending it at the opulent, all-exclusive and members-only Alphaland Balesin Island Club in Quezon province. Located about 35 kilometers off the eastern
- [Balesin Island is best villa development in Southeast Asia](https://balesin.com/balesin-island-is-best-villa-development-in-southeast-asia/) - Balesin Island is best villa development in Southeast Asia 02/17/2012 | By: Daily Tribune Winners of the inaugural South East Asia Property Awards were recently announced at a gala dinner held at Hotel Fort Canning in Singapore. The Best Villa Development award went to Alphaland Corp. for the Alphaland Balesin Island Club’s destination villas. The
- [To The Point](https://balesin.com/to-the-point/) - To The Point 02/16/2012 | By: Emil Jurado, Manila Standard Today I have been getting inquiries from my friends, mostly CEOs and owners of companies, about Balesin Island off the eastern coast of Luzon. The island is a mere 25 minutes by plane from Manila. It has seven kilometers of white-sand beaches. It is being
- [A spectacular island getaway–hunk not included, unfortunately](https://balesin.com/a-spectacular-island-getaway-hunk-not-included-unfortunately/) - A spectacular island getaway–hunk not included, unfortunately 01/14/2012 | By: Tessa Prieto-Valdes “I’m a genuine sea lover and I dream of having my own secluded, private island getaway, where I can stay in luxurious splendor living next to white sand and blue waters. My dream even includes a gorgeous six-packed hunk serving me a fruit
- [Why tourism remains below target](https://balesin.com/why-tourism-remains-below-target/) - Why tourism remains below target 09/28/2011 | By: Emil Jurado, Manila Standard Today “…Speaking of tourism, an upcoming destination that the country could be proud of is Alphaland’s Balesin Island Club. With more than seven kilometers of white-sand beaches, Balesin Island sits on the Pacific Ocean, 35 kilometers off the eastern cost of Luzon. It
- [RVO: Placing his bet on Phl](https://balesin.com/rvo-placing-his-bet-on-phl/) - RVO: Placing his bet on Phl 03/09/2011 | By: Babe Romualdez, The Philippine Star International deal maker Roberto “Bobby” Ongpin has been threatening to retire as far back as 10 years ago but because he’s been on a winning streak – he has decided to make another bet –this time on Philippine tourism. Bobby (or
- [Alphaland allots P16-B for 4 new projects](https://balesin.com/alphaland-allots-p16-b-for-4-new-projects/) - Alphaland allots P16-B for 4 new projects 02/19/2011 | By: Mary Ann Ll. Reyes, The Philippine Star MANILA, Philippines – Publicly-listed Alphaland Corp. is spending at least P16 billion until 2014 on 4 new real estate projects, as the Roberto V. Ongpin-controlled company aims to join the big league in the property sector. The amount
- [July 18, 2021](https://balesin.com/july-18-2021/) - JULY 18, 2021 Dear Balesin Members and Friends Occasionally, I come across feedback from our members, which I think is worthwhile sharing. Attached is one from John Silva. ROBERTO V. ONGPIN Chairman LETTER FROM BALESIN By John Silva July 17, 2021 It had been a year and a half since I flew out of Manila.
- [July 13, 2021](https://balesin.com/july-13-2021/) - JULY 13, 2021 Dear Balesin Members and Friends I don’t know about you, but I find that I have great difficulty describing what Balesin is all about. It is truly unique in the world and in my obviously biased opinion, its beauty is indescribable! Thus, almost five years ago, we made our first video of
- [June 8, 2021](https://balesin.com/june-8-2021/) - JUNE 8, 2021 Dear Balesin Members and Friends Tang Palace We had our soft opening of Tang Palace, our new Chinese restaurant, last Friday night. My family, including my sister Deanna, and Maribel my sister-in-law, and her daughter Joanna and husband Ramon Duarte were my guests, and we totally enjoyed the dinner. There were a
- [May 25, 2021](https://balesin.com/may-25-2021/) - MaY 25, 2021 Dear Balesin Members and Friends This will be a short update. Tang Palace in Balesin At long last, we will have our own Chinese restaurant in Balesin. As you know, we built for Apsaras Tribe, a beautiful Chinese palace, not far from Rico’s Hideaway. This was opened some two years ago, but
- [May 17, 2021](https://balesin.com/may-17-2021/) - MaY 17, 2021 Dear Balesin Members and Friends Halleluiah! I am delighted to inform all of you that we just this minute received the CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY TO OPERATE (For Point to Point Air Leisure Travel) from the Department of Tourism. So, we can start confirming your bookings immediately. I need to remind you though,
- [May 10, 2021](https://balesin.com/may-10-2021/) - MaY 10, 2021 Dear Balesin Members and Friends One of the original members of Balesin Island Club and my friend, Robert Gustafsson, has written me a letter regarding his new venture. He requested that I call it to the attention of the Balesin members, and I am doing so now. I personally think that his
- [May 8, 2021](https://balesin.com/may-8-2021/) - MaY 8, 2021 Dear Balesin Members and Friends I am delighted to inform you that last night, we received word that the IATF has approved “Point-to-Point Travel.” This means that residents of NCR Plus will be able to fly from NAIA to Balesin and back, once our application for Point-to-Point Travel is approved. We submitted
- [February 2015](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-february-2015/) - February 2015 To: Balesin Members and Friends Chiz and Heart’s Balesin Wedding What a week this has been! The fabulously beautiful wedding of Chiz and Heart, as you all know by now, was held here at Balesin last Sunday. I will not attempt, in this update, to outdo the euphoric media coverage except to say
- [May 2015](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-may-2015/) - May 2015 To: Balesin Members and Friends This will not be one of my usual loquacious updates because I am still on the road in Europe. However, I did not want to delay informing you of a major development which will no doubt have a significant impact on Balesin and our aviation facilities. After almost
- [June 2015](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-june-2015/) - June 2015 To: Balesin Members and Friends It is Sunday today, June 14, and the end of a great Independence Day weekend here at Balesin. We had the usual run of beautiful sunny weather during the day and occasional rains at night—a most welcome combination! This weekend, we had more than 1,000 members and guests at
- [November 2015](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-november-2015/) - November 2015 To: Balesin Members and Friends To All Balesin Island Cluband City Club Members: I am writing you this update to announce the opening of our newest amenity for both The City Club and Balesin Island Club members — the Aegle Wellness Center. We are particularly proud of these new facilities which we have
- [December 2015](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-december-2015/) - December 2015 To: Balesin Members and Friends The year 2015 seems to have flown by in the blink of an eye. This year has been a good one for Balesin Island Club, as we grew by another 50% in patronage over last year. In 2013, our first full year of operations when all of the
- [February 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-february-2016/) - February 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends This will be just a short update to let you have some good news immediately. At long last, we have now acquired an ATR72-500 for our Alphaland Aviation fleet. This is a 68- seater airplane and perfect for our Manila/Balesin and Balesin/Manila routes. Enclosed is a photo of
- [March 1, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-march-1-2016/) - March 1, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends Hallelujah! After almost a year of some of the most difficult negotiations I have ever gone through in my entire career, I am delighted to inform you that the 68- passenger ATR72 500 has this afternoon arrived in Manila, after the ferry flight from Toulouse, France. We
- [March 8, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-march-8-2016/) - March 8, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends On April 14 this year, Balesin Island Club will be five years old. In recent years, due to the fact that Balesin is an island surrounded by the ocean, the maintenance costs have been increasing rather dramatically. We have already had to replace corroding metal, rotting woodwork,
- [March 31, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-march-31-2016/) - March 31, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends With the hectic Easter holidays behind us, I think it is a good time to update you on what is our most exciting new project — the Alphaland Baguio Mountain Lodges. We have been planning this project for some time now and we had in fact
- [April 21, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-april-21-2016/) - April 21, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends This update will be all about AEGLE’s newest gem, the Aegle Wellness Center at Balesin Island Club. I arrived from Europe a week ago and with the exception of one day, which I spent in Baguio reviewing our Alphaland Baguio Mountain Lodges project, I have been in
- [May 1, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-may-1-2016/) - May 1, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends Free Villa Nights It has recently been called to my attention that there has been a lot of confusion regarding the assignability of free villa nights of members. While our contractual documents, including the Members Handbook, make it clear that members can only assign their free villa
- [July 22, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-july-22-2016/) - July 22, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends My old friend (“old” meaning long-time, but not referring to his age because he is 11 years younger than me), Tony Lopez, has been kind enough to devote almost an entire issue of his BizNews Asia magazine to the Aegle Wellness Center, for which I thank him,
- [August 18, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-august-18-2016/) - August 18, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends I feel obliged to keep all members of Alphaland Balesin Island Club and Alphaland City Club fully informed of developments concerning me. While obviously PhilWeb Corporation has nothing to do with Alphaland, inevitably, it is only natural that members of the two Alphaland Clubs would be concerned.
- [August 19, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-august-19-2016/) - august 19, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends I am sending you herewith the letter which I wrote PAGCOR today after their rejection of my donation offer yesterday. ROBERTO V. ONGPIN Chairman As Seen In
- [September 20, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-september-20-2016/) - September 16, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends During the past week since I returned from Europe, quite a number of you have asked why I have not written you my usual update. I guess the answer should be pretty obvious, i.e., that on August 3rd, I was “struck by lightning” and had to deal
- [November 1, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-november-1-2016/) - November 1, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends The month of October was a hectic one, in more ways than one. We had two typhoons in quick succession but fortunately, they passed several hundred kilometers to the east of Balesin, and except for the usual few banana trees, we had no damage at all on
- [November 21, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-november-21-2016/) - November 21, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends I am in Balesin as I write this and so you will understand if I sound somewhat effusive in this update. This is what my beloved Balesin does to me! They switched on the runway lights for the first time last night and I must tell you,
- [December 21, 2016](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-december-21-2016/) - December 21, 2016 To: Balesin Members and Friends This update will be all about our project, Alphaland Baguio Mountain Lodges, on which we started construction early this year. Some of you have already picked up the brochure, but for those of you who haven’t, below is a link to a copy of the brochure. Please
- [January 1, 2017](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-january-1-2017/) - January 1, 2017 To: Balesin Members and Friends Today is the first day of the New Year and as is my usual practice, I am writing you this update. Holiday Season at Balesin We had a very busy holiday season here at Balesin with over 5,000 members and their guests over the holidays, this despite
- [March 3, 2017](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-march-3-2017/) - March 15, 2021 To: Balesin Members and Friends Hi Everyone! It’s been a while since you heard from me, and there are a number of reasons regarding this, which I will explain in this update. First of all, henceforth, I will be writing this update not only to Balesin Island Club members but
- [May 16, 2017](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-may-16-2017/) - May 16, 2017 To: Balesin Members and Friends Dear Members and Friends: I am pleased to inform you that we have a new General Manager at Balesin Island Club. He is Clemente “Dado” Enrique Jr., PMA class of ’83. Dado was elected the “Baron” of his PMA class and spent many years as a Scout
- [July 31, 2017](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-july-31-2017/) - July 31, 2017 To: Balesin Members and Friends The Balesin Private Villa I spent the weekend at Balesin and what a glorious weekend it was, with sunshine and not a drop of rain. Most of my attention was focused on the Balesin Private Villa. As you may know, this private villa consists of eight bedrooms,
- [August 8, 2017](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-august-8-2017/) - August 8, 2017 To: Balesin Members and Friends Just a note to remind you of my invitation for cocktails on Saturday, August 19, to inaugurate the new Balesin Private Villa. Cocktails will start at 5:30 pm and will end at 8:00 pm. All members and their guests who will be on the island on that
- [October 8, 2017](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-october-8-2017/) - March 15, 2021 To: Balesin Members and Friends All of a sudden, it is October, and the big holidays such as Halloween, Christmas and New Year are just around the corner. I spent the entire last week at Balesin, which gave me an opportunity to discuss in detail various operational procedures and policies with our
- [December 5, 2017](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-december-5-2017/) - December 5, 2017 To: Balesin Members and Friends Alphaland Baguio Mountain Lodges I spent last weekend in Baguio with my “right and left hand men,” Mike Asperin and Rico Sison. We woke up on Sunday morning to be greeted by a beautiful cloudless day. It was the kind of morning typical of Baguio and its
- [December 21, 2017](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-december-21-2017/) - December 21, 2017 To: Balesin Members and Friends As she does every year, my wife Monica descended upon Balesin last weekend. Our son Stephen, his wife Laura and our two grandsons, Sebastian and Benjamin, are arriving shortly after Christmas, and will be here for two weeks – a yearly visit to which my whole family
- [March 7, 2018](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-march-7-2018/) - March 7, 2018 To: Balesin Members and Friends I received two messages this week from Balesin Island Club members, both unhappy about the fact that I have not written an update for them for a while now. One was quite irate and made me feel like I was shirking my obligation to keep the members
- [April 19, 2018](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-april-19-2018/) - April 19, 2018 To: Balesin Members and Friends I spent the last few days at Balesin with my old friend, Seumas Dawes. Seumas was my original contact at the Ashmore Group. He was in charge of Private Equity Investments and “Special Situations”. After we worked happily and successfully together for more than five years, Seumas
- [August 2, 2018](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-august-2-2018/) - August 2, 2018 To: Balesin Members and Friends After almost three weeks of suffering through a sweltering European summer, I returned to Manila on Monday last week, and was greeted with rainy weather. After two days in Manila, I flew to Balesin and I have been here since—that is a week now. Unlike Manila, beautiful
- [October 24, 2018](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-october-24-2018/) - October 24, 2018 To: Balesin Members and Friends “Green” Balesin I am happy to report to you that Balesin Island Club continues with its steady march as a “green” island. A few months ago, we replaced all our plastic straws with biodegradable paper straws. This week, our order for refillable glass bottles finally arrived at
- [March 15, 2019](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-march-15-2019/) - March 15, 2019 To: Balesin Members and Friends Suddenly, it is March! Whatever happened to January and February? For us, we have been very busy with new Balesin projects and several other matters. The Balesin Marquee For some years now, we have felt the need for a dedicated events facility in Balesin. As you may
- [August 11, 2019](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-august-11-2019/) - August 19, 2019 To: Balesin Members and Friends Dear Members and Friends: Yesterday, I received a text from one of our members who deplored that I had not written my “update” for several months now. I replied “Mea culpa,” but I was really swamped with work the last few months. In an effort to make amends,
- [October 14, 2019](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-october-14-2019/) - October 14, 2019 To: Balesin Members and Friends This will be short and sweet! Over the last weekend, we decided to extend, for 3 more months, the “Amazing Airfare” deal. For members and their immediate family, the round-trip airfare will remain at Php 2,000 + VAT per person. For non-members, the round-trip airfare will be
- [November 17, 2019](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-november-17-2019/) - November 17, 2019 To: Balesin Members and Friends Rejuvenated Balesin Coral A few weeks ago, our Balesin friend, Jay Server, who has been helping us operate our sea sports facilities at Balesin, emailed me some photos of the coral around Balesin that he had taken recently, and wow, was I amazed! The coral reef had rejuvenated!
- [December 6, 2019](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-december-6-2019/) - December 6, 2019 To: Balesin Members and Friends Just a quick update on the typhoon. Like many of you, I waited with bated breath for the onslaught of typhoon “Tisoy” last Tuesday. Initially, the typhoon seemed to be headed directly for Balesin, with its 185 kph winds. When it did make landfall, it was in
- [February 21, 2020](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-february-21-2020/) - February 21, 2020 To: Balesin Members and Friends We have been busy with a number of projects in Balesin since the end of the holidays, and I am pleased to update you about them herewith. Dennis O. Valdes – President Earlier this month, on February 1, Dennis O. Valdes “returned to the fold” as President
- [March 14, 2020](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-march-14-2020/) - March 14, 2020 To: Balesin Members and Friends I am in Balesin as I write this. I have just heard about the imposition of a curfew from 8 pm to 5 am. Wow! Worse than martial law, when the curfew was from midnight to 5 am. What will happen to all the little people who
- [May 1, 2020](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-may-1-2020/) - May 1, 2020 To: Balesin Members and Friends I am writing this from Balesin at the start of May, in the midst of the worldwide coronavirus crisis. I have been in Balesin for a month and a half now, since the beginning of the lockdown in the middle of March. I am on the island
- [May 18, 2020](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-may-18-2020/) - May 18, 2020 To: Balesin Members and Friends It is Monday, May 18, 2020 as I write this. We are on the 64th day of lockdown and none of us have been spared from its impact. I hear a lot from our members, mostly about the Balesin seafood delivery service that we started over a
- [September 13, 2020](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-september-13-2020/) - December 5, 2020 To: Balesin Members and Friends Suddenly, it is September! The days during this pandemic seem to just fold one into the next, like a row of dominoes collapsing into each other. There is enough woe, sometimes despair, in the media and everywhere else, and I do not want to succumb and add
- [November 16, 2020](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-november-16-2020/) - November 16, 2020 To: Balesin Members and Friends Today is Monday, November 16, and it is early evening here in Balesin. It was sunny the whole day, and the calm has returned to the island after the horrific typhoon Ulysses, which made a direct hit and battered Balesin on Wednesday last week. I returned to
- [December 5, 2020](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-december-5-2020/) - December 5, 2020 To: Balesin Members and Friends Today marks three weeks after typhoon “Ulysses” battered Balesin. Since then, on a 24-hour basis, all hands on Balesin have been tirelessly working to restore the island to its pre-typhoon beauty. We have “imported” workers from the Alphaland Makati Place and from Alphaland Baguio Mountain Lodges, hired
- [January 2015](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-january-2015/) - January 2015 To: Balesin Members and Friends The last two weeks of the holiday season which ended on Sunday was the longest ever, at least, as far as I can remember. For a period of almost two weeks, there was only one working day, December 29 and thus, Balesin Island was inundated with a very
- [December 16, 2014](https://balesin.com/december-16-2014/) - December 16, 2014 To: Balesin Members and Friends It is a sunny day today at Balesin as I write this. Certainly much more welcome than yesterday which was a bit wet. I would like to write you this short update so that I can tell you quickly about the good news in store for you
- [December 9, 2014](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-december-9-2014/) - December 9, 2014 To: Balesin Members and Friends I arrived back in the Philippines on December 2, exactly one week ago with my wife Monica, and went straight to Balesin. The next day, December 3rd, I went to Manila to chair three shareholders’ meetings. I returned to Balesin on the afternoon of Thursday, December 4th,
- [November 11, 2014](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-november-11-2014/) - November 11, 2014 To: Balesin Members and Friends Remembering Yolanda Almost exactly one year ago, super typhoon Yolanda smashed into Central Visayas, mostly Leyte and Samar, and caused indescribable destruction and suffering to many of the people there. Alphaland was one of the first to respond to helping out in this tragedy, and I am
- [October 28, 2014](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-october-28-2014/) - October 28, 2014 To: Balesin Members and Friends ALPHALAND REBORN After almost two years of complex and sometimes difficult negotiations, I am delighted to inform you that on Friday, October 17, 2014, Alphaland finally completed all agreements, with all parties involved, regarding its disengagement with the Ashmore Group. On that day, a block sale at
- [July 28, 2014](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-july-28-2014/) - July 28, 2014 To: Balesin Members and Friends As I said in my last email the day after Typhoon Glenda made a direct hit on Balesin, there was no structural damage at all at the island but there was a lot of debris, cogon blown away, and banana trees flattened. I am now delighted to
- [September 2, 2014](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-september-2-2014/) - September 2, 2014 To: Balesin Members and Friends RVO Clears Up Wedding Confusion I am presently in Europe, but my daughter Anna and nephew Apa have just called my attention to a Facebook entry in which someone claimed that their friends were “bumped off” for their proposed February 14 (Valentine’s Day) wedding at Balesin. At
- [October 12, 2014](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-october-12-2014/) - October 12, 2014 To: Balesin Members and Friends I don’t like to start off with an apology, but I guess I should. I have not had an opportunity to write you my usual monthly missive for a few months now, but I simply had no time to do it because I was in the thick
- [July 11, 2014](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-july-11-2014/) - July 11, 2014 To: Balesin Members and Friends The month of June has been an extremely busy one for me. The final settlement agreement with the Ashmore Group, which we signed on the 5thof June, has required me to focus on quite a number of issues to assure that Alphaland Corporation (which will be a
- [June 2014](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-june-2014/) - June 2014 To: Balesin Members and Friends It feels good to be able to communicate with you once again. As I told you in my previous email, it was not possible for me to send you my monthly update because of the very delicate negotiations we were undergoing. Now that it is all over, I
- [January 2014](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-january-2014/) - January 2014 To: Balesin Members and Friends It is Sunday today, the 2nd of February 2014. It is a glorious morning, and I am sitting here on the deck of my villa looking out at the Lamon Bay sea and the hills of the Cordilleras beyond, which is quite visible on a clear day like
- [Toscana 2014](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-toscana-2014/) - Toscana 2014 To: Balesin Members and Friends This is just a short note to let you know that at long last, despite Rico Sison having gone AWOL during the Christmas season, Toscana will be operational and open for business by Friday January 24th. I spent most of this weekend inspecting not only the villas but
- [December 2013](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-december-2013/) - December 2013 To: Balesin Members and Friends Today is December 30, the second to the last day of the year. I am writing this update today because I know that tomorrow, it might be difficult for me to find time to write this. This year has been an extremely busy year for Balesin Island Club.
- [November 2013](https://balesin.com/november-2013/) - November 2013 To: Balesin Members and Friends The month of November will go down in Philippine history as one of the “cruelest” months ever. Not for Balesin island, but for the poor people of Leyte and Samar and the rest of the Visayas. I know that as I write this, the people in the affected
- [September 2013](https://balesin.com/september-2013/) - September 2013 To: Balesin Members and Friends Once again, it is the end of the month and I owe you my update. 50 Shades of Tessa The highlight at Balesin for the month of September was the fabulous birthday bash of the fabulous Sea Princess a.k.a. Tessa Prieto Valdes, aptly called “50 Shades of Tessa.”
- [August 2013](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-august-2013/) - August 2013 To: Balesin Members and Friends The month of August was highlighted by the long weekend during which there were over 600 members and guests on the island. Despite the two typhoons threatening the country, Balesin weather had its usual run of good luck because it drizzled on only two days of the four-day
- [July 2013](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-july-2013/) - July 2013 To: Balesin Members and Friends The month of July surprisingly, despite the occasional thunderstorms that always come with the rainy season, has been a very busy month at Balesin. We had several major events (including a wedding!), several birthday parties, and the grand 40th wedding anniversary of my partner Babes Oreta and his wife
- [June 2013](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-june-2013/) - JUNE 2013 To: Balesin Members and Friends The month of June has come and gone, and it is once again time to “inflict” my monthly missive on you all. Kidding aside, I do make a serious effort to devote time to ensure that you get an accurate monthly update. In this manner, you can have
- [May 2013](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-may-2013/) - May 2013 To: Balesin Members and Friends The month of May has been the busiest month we have ever had in Balesin. It is not yet quite the end of the month as I write this update, but we already have had more than 3,500 members and guests enjoying the beautiful weather in Balesin. On
- [April 2013](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-april-2013/) - APRIL 2013 To: Balesin Members and Friends Once again, we are at the end of the month, and this time, I am dictating this on my last day in Italy where I have engaged in my usual purchasing binge for Balesin Island Club. Tomorrow, I fly to France, then to Yangon in Myanmar (Burma) on
- [February 2013](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-february-2013/) - February 2013 To: Balesin Members and Friends The month of February has not been particularly kind to the island of Balesin although we suffered no damage at all except for the inclement weather. But when one thinks about it, what happened to Mindanao (3 typhoons in 3 months) has been indescribably worse. In my lifetime
- [January 2013](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-january-2013/) - January 2013 To: Balesin Members and Friends I am in Paris today, negotiating a business deal, and it is a typical winter day in Paris – cold, dreary and wet. How I wish I were in Balesin instead! As many of you know, we have just completed the first major holiday season for members and
- [December 2012](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-december-2012/) - December 2012 To: Balesin Members and Friends Today is the first day of the new year, and I wish to greet all of our members and friends a very happy 2013. This will not be a very long letter since I am still a little bit hungover from the fabulous New Year’s Eve party that
- [November 2012](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-november-2012/) - November 2012 To: Balesin Members and Friends Once again, it is the end of the month, and what a month it has been! Except for the first two days which I had to spend in Hong Kong, and the occasional board meetings that I have to attend in Manila, I spent the entire month on
- [October 2012](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-october-2012/) - October 2012 To: Balesin Members and Friends Today is the last day of October and, surprise, I am not at Balesin! I had to come to Hong Kong in order to attend the wedding tomorrow of my friend Robert Kuok’s son, Hua. But I should be back in Balesin the day after tomorrow. As has
- [September 2012](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-september-2012/) - September 2012 To: Balesin Members and Friends Today is Sunday and as usual, I am at Balesin Island. We had an Alphaland Management Committee meeting here yesterday (in which we reviewed the progress of the various Alphaland projects) together with the Balesin Management staff in which we had a detailed review of the progress of
- [August 2012](https://balesin.com/august-2012/) - August 2012 To: Balesin Members and Friends Today is the last day of August and as usual, I find myself here in my office at my beloved Balesin island. August has not been a particularly kind month, weatherwise for the Philippines, and Balesin has been no exception. While the rains we have had at Balesin
- [July 2012](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-july-2012/) - July 2012 To: Balesin Members and Friends It has been about a month since you were “inflicted” with one of my reports on Balesin. So, I thought that it is time that I try once more to infect you with my enthusiasm and zeal in creating this wonderful island paradise! You may recall that I
- [June 2012](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-june-2012/) - June 2012 To: Balesin Members and Friends I have just returned from a two-week trip to Europe which was meant to be a holiday, but which turned out to be mostly shopping for artifacts, antiques, and ceramics for Mykonos, St Tropez and Costa Smeralda villages of the Balesin Island Club. I bought several million pesos
- [May 2012](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-may-2012/) - May 2012 To: Balesin Members and Friends I am delighted to submit this progress report of your Club which as you know, has become somewhat of an obsession for me and where now I devote almost a third of my time. Like when I built Tagaytay Highlands, I find a great deal of satisfaction overseeing
- [March 15, 2021](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-march-15-2021/) - March 15, 2021 To: Balesin Members and Friends Exactly one year ago, Balesin Island Club was locked down due to the pandemic. We were allowed to reopen in mid-June, but then locked down again and reopened in August. Except for two quick trips to Manila, and a trip to London, I have been in Balesin
- [March 2013](https://balesin.com/rvo-update-march-2013/) - March 2013 To: Balesin Members and Friends Today is Easter Sunday. I have been here at Balesin the whole week and wow, what a week it has been! We have had actually more people here than during the Christmas holidays which is, I guess, only logical because we have many more members now than in

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- [Home](https://balesin.com/) - One Key. Three Worlds. A private island, an urban haven, and tranquil mountains—three extraordinary worlds await your discovery. Access them with your Balesin Key membership for a lifetime of experiences in unparalleled destinations. BALESIN ISLAND Alphaland Corporation’s flagship project, Balesin Island, is a 500-hectare private paradise with pristine, white-sand beaches, and the charm of the
- [Tastemakers](https://balesin.com/tastemakers/) - Balesin Key Tastemakers is a special culinary series featuring the country’s distinguished chefs in Balesin Island and Balesin Pines starting in November. Tastemakers Dinner: One Night Only Chef Josh Boutwoodof Helm Saturday, November 157 PMToscana VillageBalesin Island VIEW MENU Chef Jorge Mendezof MŌDAN Saturday, December 67 PMToscana VillageBalesin Island VIEW MENU Chef Chele Gonzálezof Gallery
- [Member Events](https://balesin.com/member-events/) - MEMBER EVENTS & OFFERS BALESIN KEY TASTEMAKERS CHELE GONZÁLEZ OF GALLERY BY CHELE Stay tuned for new date JOSH BOUTWOOD OF HELMSaturday, November 157 PM | Toscana Village, Balesin Island JORGE MENDEZ OF MŌDAN Saturday, December 67 PM | Toscana Village, Balesin Island Special Weekend OfferChef Josh Boutwood (Nov. 15) | Chef Jorge Mendez (Dec. 6)Book two
- [Company Disclosures](https://balesin.com/company-disclosures/) - COMPANY DISCLOSURES SEC FILINGS Amended Prospectus 2023 2022 SEC Form 17-A (Annual Report) 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 SEC Form 17Q (Quarterly Report) 1Q 2025 – as filed 2024 2023 2022 – for filing 2022 – as filed 2020 – for filing 2020 – as filed 2019 2018 2Q 2025 2024 2023 2022
- [Reservations](https://balesin.com/reservations-html/) - In case you missed it: Your Balesin membership is upgraded to a Balesin Key membership! You can now access and use your free villa nights and consumables in three premier destinations—Balesin Island, Balesin City (formerly The City Club) in Makati, and Balesin Pines in Alphaland Baguio Mountain Lodges. Balesin Island  Villa Terms and Conditions:
- [Alphaland Aviation](https://balesin.com/alphaland-aviation/) - Alphaland Aviation General Terms and Conditions General Terms and Conditions Pre-Departure Guidelines Provisions for Dangerous Goods carried by Passengers or Crew How to get to tHE HANGAR CAAP/Alphaland Hangar Map CLARK – General Aviation Terminal, Clark International Airport Map Alphaland Sangley Hangar Map HANGARS MANILA CAAP/Alphaland HangarCAAP Hangar, Andrews Avenue, Pasay City Google Map and
- [St. Tropez](https://balesin.com/st-tropez/) - ST. TROPEZ St. Tropez offers members and guests a South of France experience. Leading up to the village is a long, date palm-lined driveway. At St. Tropez, rooms are characterized by their high ceilings and their own balconies looking out at the Pacific Ocean. St. Tropez has a large tiled swimming pool with sun loungers
- [Bali](https://balesin.com/bali/) - BALI Bali Village’s unique villas draw their inspiration from the “Salakot”, the traditional Asian farmer’s hat. The village is located along the same beach as Balesin Village but lies at its northernmost end. Each Bali villa has a wraparound porch that provides a relaxing ambiance. For a more romantic and secluded experience, members and guests
- [Weddings](https://balesin.com/weddings/) - DESTINED FOR PARADISE BALESIN WEDDING PACKAGE Experience the charm of picturesque villages from around the world in Balesin–from the romantic streets of Italy to the famous Greek isles, and even the colorful charms of Bali! With Balesin’s scenic villages patterned after some of the most alluring destinations around the world and 12 types of cuisine
- [Balesin Bounty](https://balesin.com/balesin-bounty/) - Balesin Bounty Take home a piece of paradise with our highest-quality, Balesin-made products such as banana and sweet potato chips, flavored gourmet sea salt, Balesin Vannamei shrimps, poultry products, sauces, salad dressings, and much more at the Balesin Bounty Shop. Conveniently located at the E.L. Tordesillas Airport. Order now SEAFOOD POULTRY SEA SALT PASTRIES CHIPS
- [BALESIN KEY SUITES](https://balesin.com/key-suites/) - BALESIN KEY SUITES Balesin Key Suites sets the standard for luxury accommodations with warm, Filipino-inspired design, echoing the charm and beauty of the breathtaking Balesin Island villas. The suites offer fully equipped kitchens, cozy living areas, and sophisticated bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and ample storage space, capturing the essence of traditional yet modern Filipino homes—elegant,
- [Investor Relations](https://balesin.com/investor-relations/) - INVESTOR RELATIONS Annual Balesin Coastal Cleanup Alphaland Balesin Island Club participates in the annual International Coastal Cleanup, the world’s largest volunteer event on behalf of ocean health. This event is dedicated to improving beaches, coastal areas, and their surroundings. September 16, 2023 marked Balesin’s 10th year of participating in the International Coastal Cleanup Day. Almost
- [About Us](https://balesin.com/about-us/) - Alphaland Corporation is unique in that they are very selective in the property development projects that they undertake. They focus only on high-end and top-of-the-line properties. They do not intend to be, and will never be, all things to all people. ALPHALAND—UNIQUE! Visit Website OUR COMPANY Article of Incorporation 2021 2013 2012 Original Filing By-Laws
- [Corporate Governance](https://balesin.com/corporate-governance/) - CORPORATE GOVERNANCE Manual on Corporate Governance 2020 2014 2010 Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Annual Corporate Governance Report (ACGR) 2024 2023 2022 2021 Board Committees ANNA BETTINA ONGPIN, Director, Chairman Ms. Ongpin, Filipino, 61 years old, was elected Director on 1 April 2016 and Chairman on 26 July 2018. She is also the Chairman
- [Contact Us](https://balesin.com/contact-us-html/) - For Members’ Billing Inquiries Billing and Collection Team +63253372031 loc 180/182/269 billingcollection@alphaland.com.ph Corporate Address Alphaland Makati Place 7232 Ayala Avenue Extension 1209 Makati City, Philippines +63253372031 info@alphaland.com.ph Find Us Balesin Island Balesin, Polillo, 4339 QuezonPhilippines Balesin City 4th to 6th Levels, Alphaland Makati Place7232 Ayala Avenue Ext., 1209 Makati CityPhilippines Balesin Pines Alphaland Baguio Mountain
- [Balesin Key Suites In-Room Equipment Manual](https://balesin.com/key-suites-equipment-manual/) - IN-rOOM EQUIPMENT MANUAL​ Click an item below to learn how to use our in-room equipment Home Automation Control Panel CBTL Coffee Maker Electrolux Washer Electrolux Dryer Maytag Washer Maytag Dryer Microwave Oven SMEG Glass Ceramic Hob Wine Chiller TV and Cignal Cable TV Remote Control Guides TV Channel Guide LG Air Conditioner Remote Guide
- [Island Information](https://balesin.com/island-information/) - Click to enlarge Island Activities Sports and Recreation Archery – Archery Range Aqua Biking – Aquatic Sports Center Badminton – Indoor Court at the Sports Center Balesin Football Center pitch Basketball – Indoor and outdoor Basketball Courts at the Sports Center Biking – Mountain bikes and tandem bikes are available for rent at the Sports
- [Restaurant Schedule](https://balesin.com/restaurant-schedule/) - Restaurant Schedule Balesin offers a complete array of dining options. Each of the 7 villages have an authentic restaurant serving specialty cuisine—Filipino, Indonesian, Thai, Greek, French, Spanish, and Italian. Seafood specialties are served fresh from aquaculture around Balesin Island. Embed PDF from Google Drive
- [Balesin Pines](https://balesin.com/pines/) - BALESIN PINES Located at 1,400 meters above sea level within Alphaland Baguio Mountain Lodges, Balesin Pines looks out across the lush Cordillera mountain range. With crisp, pine-scented air and stunning vistas, it’s an exclusive and tranquil escape in the North for Balesin Key members. The property features 18 one-bedroom suites, two restaurants serving Asian and
- [Balesin Island](https://balesin.com/island/) - A destination of unmatched natural beauty located off the eastern coast of Luzon in the Philippines, Balesin Island, Alphaland Corporation’s flagship project, is a 500-hectare tropical island paradise with 7.3 kilometers of pristine, white-sand beaches. Balesin Island offers luxurious villas and amenities patterned after some of the most alluring destinations around the world. With a
- [Balesin](https://balesin.com/balesin/) - BALESIN Balesin’s original Filipino architecture features the best the country has to offer. It is fronted by the best beach on the island, with its long stretch of pristine white sand. The village is near the main clubhouse, The Leea Spa, and the Aquatic Sports Center, and has as its centerpiece the Balesin Sala. Guests
- [Home (KEY)](https://balesin.com/key-homepage/) - A destination of unmatched natural beauty located off the eastern coast of Luzon in the Philippines, Balesin Island Club, Alphaland Corporation’s flagship project, is a 500-hectare tropical island paradise with 7.3 kilometers of pristine white-sand beaches.
- [Dining](https://balesin.com/dining/) - DINING Balesin offers a complete array of dining options. Each of the 7 villages have an authentic restaurant serving specialty cuisine—Filipino, Indonesian, Thai, Greek, French, Spanish, and Italian. Seafood specialties are served fresh from aquaculture around Balesin Island. Main Clubhouse Clubhouse Lounge The Veranda Sakura Japanese Restaurant Han-Gang Mama Lee Korean Restuarant Anna’s and Michelle’s
- [The Leea Spa](https://balesin.com/the-leea-spa/) - THE LEEA SPA Indulge your senses at The Leea Spa! The name Leea comes from the Leea flower which is found on most of the nature trails in Balesin. Whether it’s a body scrub, a massage, or a foot spa, our well-trained therapists provide guests with the pampering they deserve. Located in the center
- [Inquire Now](https://balesin.com/inquire-now/) - INQUIRE NOW For event bookings and inquiries, please emailbalesinconcierge@alphaland.com.ph Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Subject *Message Submit
- [Privacy Policy](https://balesin.com/privacy-policy/) - PRIVACY POLICY Privacy notice 1. WHAT PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECTWe collect contact information or business affiliation, as well as personal details, government issued identification, bank account or credit card information, of clients. 2. HOW WE COLLECTWe collect, use and/or process personal information when you (i) avail of any of our products or services, (ii) communicate
- [The Heat is On in Balesin](https://balesin.com/theheatison/) - THE HEAT IS ON IN BALESIN A special concert featuring international musical theatre performers Abigail Adriano, Laurence Mossman,Seann Miley Moore, and Kiara Dario Saturday, May 189 PM | The Balesin Marquee Complimentary admission The Heat is On in BalesinWeekend Special Offer Roundtrip AirfareMembers’ rate: Php 4,900 nettGuests’ rate: Php 7,900 nett AccommodationGuests’ Villa Night rate:
- [Leisure and Recreation](https://balesin.com/leisure-and-recreation/) - LEISURE AND RECREATION THE LEEA SPA Indulge your senses at The Leea Spa. Whether it’s a body scrub, a massage, or a foot spa, our well-trained therapists provide guests with the pampering they deserve. The Spa offers massages, and body treatments in your own private suite equipped with an outdoor shower and a pocket garden.
- [The Balesin Private Villas](https://balesin.com/the-balesin-private-villas/) - THE BALESIN PRIVATE VILLAS The Balesin Private Villas offer casual luxury in eight-, six-, and four-bedroom privately owned homes for extended families or corporations. Situated on pristine beachfront lots with a view of the sunset, the Private Villas feature stunning infinity pools with adjoining jetted whirlpools, fully equipped kitchens, billiard rooms and lounges with bar,
- [The Balesin Clubhouse](https://balesin.com/the-balesin-clubhouse/) - The Balesin Clubhouse The Clubhouse has seven Clubhouse Suites that can accommodate between six to eight persons each. These are perfect for large families and groups that want to stay together. Each Clubhouse Suite comes with a loft for additional sleeping space and a balcony that looks out into the main swimming pool area. There
- [Costa del Sol](https://balesin.com/costa-del-sol/) - COSTA DEL SOL Costa del Sol, which literally translates to “coast of the sun,” features Spanish colonial architecture with arched thresholds, stucco walls, and manicured courtyards. This village draws inspiration from the quaint coastal towns of southern Spain. Each of the suites and rooms in the six “casas”—Estepona, Fuengirola, Malaga, Marbella, Ronda, and Torremolinos—opens up
- [Golf Cart Rentals](https://balesin.com/golf-cart-rentals/) - Reserve Now
- [Advisories](https://balesin.com/advisories/) - Good news! Free Villa Nights for more friends & family Good news! Free Villa Nights for more friends & family September 4, 2023 To Members: As you may have heard,... Read More New Management Balesin Advisory: New Management August 3, 2023 To Members: We are pleased to announce two significant developments to your Club... Read
- [The Balesin Royal Villa](https://balesin.com/the-balesin-royal-villa/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Farms and Sustainability Projects](https://balesin.com/farms-and-sustainability-projects/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Mykonos](https://balesin.com/mykonos/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [M/Y Obsessions](https://balesin.com/m-y-obsessions/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [The Balesin Regency Villas](https://balesin.com/the-balesin-regency-villas/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [The Balesin Marquee](https://balesin.com/the-balesin-marquee/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Toscana](https://balesin.com/toscana/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [The Balesin Chinese Villa](https://balesin.com/the-balesin-chinese-villa/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [The Balesin Chapel](https://balesin.com/the-balesin-chapel/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [RVO Updates](https://balesin.com/rvo-updates/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Phuket](https://balesin.com/phuket/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [News & Articles](https://balesin.com/news-and-articles/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Island Features](https://balesin.com/island-features/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Flora and Fauna](https://balesin.com/flora-and-fauna/) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and

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- [Default Kit](https://balesin.com/?elementor_library=default-kit) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [testimonials-backup](https://balesin.com/?elementor_library=testimonials-backup) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [RVO Updates](https://balesin.com/?elementor_library=rvo-updates) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Main - villages](https://balesin.com/?elementor_library=main-villages) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Main Pages - 2](https://balesin.com/?elementor_library=main-pages-2) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Main Pages](https://balesin.com/?elementor_library=main-pages) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Villages](https://balesin.com/?elementor_library=villages) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Island Info](https://balesin.com/?elementor_library=island-info) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [Sports and Recreation](https://balesin.com/?elementor_library=sports-and-recreation) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
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- [Home-Study3](https://balesin.com/?elementor_library=home-study3) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
- [DiscoverBalesin-Slider](https://balesin.com/?elementor_library=discoverbalesin-slider) - Why Balesin? 04/04/2017 | By: Ruben Almendras, The Freeman I am a beach person and in my travels in the past 47 years I have been to 18 of the world’s popular beaches including Ipanema, Langkawi, and the Gold Coast. I have also been to most of the Philippines’ famous beaches, mostly in Luzon and
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