Archive for December 28th, 2005

An Enduring Modern Symbol For Cebu

Wednesday, December 28th, 2005

What if Cebu builds a structure that is uniquely Cebuano in character? What if Cebu builds the megadome and keep its original design so as to distinguish itself from other modern structures? What if Cebu makes its own symbolic structure that is both contemporary and historic?

Cebu is arguably the country’s most popular brand name. It’s the name associated with the finest guitar in the country. It’s the name associated with the finest mango from the Philippines. It’s the name associated with the best lechon (roast pig) the country has ever known. It’s the name used to identify the best furniture in the world with ultra-modern yet contemporary look. It’s the name of the country’s oldest city. It’s the name of the tropical island in the Pacific.

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Club Ultima Is Now Taking Shape

Wednesday, December 28th, 2005

The ultimate most exclusive lifestyle club is now taking shape at the heart of uptown Cebu. Club Ultima is a hybrid private membership club that will deliver the “ultimate perks for a wealthy and healthy lifestyle.”
It will occupy the whole 20-story Tower 1 adjacent to the 38-story Tower 2 which will house the 300-room deluxe Crown Regency Hotel. Both towers are located a stone’s throw away from Fuente Osmeña.

Club Ultima is a member of time-share management company Interval International. Interval International’s vacation exchange network includes more than 2,000 resorts and more than 1.7 million member families worldwide. Therefore Club Ultima members will get the chance to spend a free seven-day vacation every year at any of these resorts and Interval International member-hotels around the world.

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