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Content:
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts
The Group and its Philosophy Page 2
Overview Page 3
Unique Arrival Experience Page 4
Guestrooms and Suites Page 5
Villas Page 6
Architecture Page 8
Culinary Haven Page 10
Facilities Page 12
CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La Page 13
Banquet and Events Page 14
Corporate Social Responsibility Page 16
Who’s Who at Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa Page 19
Press Contact Page 19

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Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts: The Group and its Philosophy

Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, one of the world’s premier hotel companies,
currently owns and/or manages 98 hotels under the Shangri-La brand with a room inventory of
over 40,000. Over four decades the group has established its brand hallmark of ‘hospitality from
the heart.’ The group has a substantial development pipeline with upcoming projects in mainland
China, Cambodia, Hong Kong, India, Myanmar, Philippines, Saudi Arabia and Sri Lanka.

Opening

On March 2, 2009 Shangri-La's Boracay Resort and Spa opened its doors for the world to discover
its 219 rooms and villas sprawled on a vast 12-hectare land. It is the first and only five-star
international deluxe resort to open on the famed island, and is the fifth Shangri-La hotel in the
Philippines. The other properties managed by Shangri-La in the country are in Makati, Edsa, The
Fort in BGC, Mactan in Cebu and Hotel Jen Manila.

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Overview

Known for its powdery white sands and aquamarine waters, the island of Boracay has regularly
been named among the world’s best, from Conde Nast Traveller, Travel + Leisure, National
Geographic magazine to TripAdvisor. Apart from the colorful markets and bustle of the island’s
popular white beach is a tranquil nature reserve on Boracay’s northern tip, a place that one can call
his own haven, his own Shangri-La.

Shangri - La’s Boracay Resort and Spa introduces a new level of luxury to the beautiful island of
Boracay. The architect of the resort is Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo (WATG) and the interior
design was created by LTW Design Works. The accommodations are designed with modern
sensibilities expressed in indigenous materials, from the abaca weave rugs to the accent lighting
made of local capiz shells. There is so much of the culture of the Philippines that was incorporated
to both the exterior and interior design of the resort.

Marrying luxury and comfort with a reverence for nature, the 12-hectare resort encompasses 219
rooms and suites including 36 villas, comprehensive leisure facilities, 350 meters of secluded
beach front and a thriving ecosystem of diverse, even rare, flora and fauna. With two private beach
coves and an infinity pool, the resort offers a myriad of recreational activities. Those looking to
soothe weary senses can head over to CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La. A variety of dining options of
different cuisines is located within the resort. May it be a family holiday or simply a quiet retreat,
Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort and Spa is the perfect paradise destination.

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Unique Arrival Experience

The luxury of first-class facilities and

conveniences goes beyond the resort and is
extended to guests on their journey to the
Island. Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa has
refined what used to be a tedious series of air,
land and water transfers to an unrivaled
experience of comfort and exclusivity.

Upon landing at the Caticlan Airport, the guest

is at once received by a hotel representative and
escorted to the van that goes directly to a private
lounge named Mabuhay Center, where refreshments and other welcome amenities await. At the
exclusive jetty port area, guests are whisked off by Shangri-La Boracay’s speedboat, where a mere
fifteen-minute cruise is all that stands between you and paradise.

Guests will no longer have to

endure a communal boat ride at a
public pier, a lengthy land transfer
traversing Boracay’s one and only
road from the public pier to the
resort – the usual route taken by
Boracay visitors.

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Guestrooms and Suites

The main building houses the guestrooms

and suites. Room categories range from
Deluxe, Deluxe Seaview, Premier Seaview
and Premier Family Seaview to a Seaview
Suite.

Situated close to the recreation centers as

well as the all-day dining café, guests
travelling with children may find a stay in
these rooms very convenient. The Deluxe
Room is designed with modern sensibilities expressed through indigenous materials, from the
abaca weave rug to the accent lighting made with local capiz shells. Guests may enjoy verdant
landscaped garden views from a private veranda. Situated at the South Wing are the Deluxe
Seaview Rooms which offer views of the ocean and sunset from the private balcony. Located
closest to Punta Bunga Beach, are the Premier Seaview Rooms where guests are just a short walk
and a few flights of steps away from the white sand and crystal clear waters. The Deluxe, Deluxe
Seaview and Premier Seaview Rooms measure 63 square meters.

Ideal for families and groups travelling together are the beautifully-appointed Premier Family
Seaview Rooms. The room is bigger, measuring 66 square meters which can fit two queen-size
beds that accommodate up to four persons. There is also a pull-out sofa bed for children.

Located at the lower floors of the South Wing are the Seaview Suites which offer a 127-square
meter spacious hideaway, including an outdoor whirlpool close enough to the beach to hear the
music of the waves. The one-bedroom suite has a studio-type living room space which extends to
the bedroom. All guestrooms and suites have a flat screen television, DVD player, iPod dock,
writing desk and complimentary Wi-Fi and broadband Internet access.

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 The bathrooms are marble-floored with
two sinks, a separate rain shower and
bath, and premium toiletries.

Villas

The expansive territory houses some of

the country’s most indulgent and stylish
accommodations. As a guest, your villa
becomes our own vacation home. You
will enjoy its ethnic elegance and sweeping views of the ocean in the comfort of your balcony.

The Tree House Villas sit atop the resort’s highest grounds, a perfect venue to revel in the
spectacular view of the sea in the horizon. Each tree
house villa is a two-storey structure measuring 216
square meters. The master’s bedroom is located at
the lower floor. It is surrounded by glass windows
that provide a panoramic seascape. The living room
is on the upper level with an outdoor deck that has an
al fresco Jacuzzi tub and daybeds for lounging and
sun bathing. From this private balcony, you have the
best views of Boracay’s breathtaking sunset. The
Treehouse Villa is a favorite accommodation of honeymooners seeking an idyllic retreat away
from the maddening crowd.

Along with the Tree House Villas stand the Loft Villas, also intimately perched amidst the forested
hillside and thriving foliage in the aptly named Tanawin (vista) area of the Resort. Loft Villas
provide a homey atmosphere that measure 216 square meters, with the master’s bedroom on one
level and a living room with pantry on the other.

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 A lap pool beckons guests for a relaxing
dip, and those who opt to stay-in can dine
al fresco at their very own gazebo.

The Pool Villa is a bungalow in a 266-

square meter property available in three
types: One-Bedroom, Two-Bedroom and
Three-Bedroom Pool Villa. Each type has a private lap pool, gazebo for outdoor dining, outdoor
shower, and daybeds for relaxation. Another villa type ideal for families is the Two-Bedroom
Ocean Villa and the Two-Bedroom Beach Villa. Perched on a cliff, the Two-Bedroom Ocean Villa
provides a breathtaking view of the private Banyugan beach and a sweeping perspective of the
resort's garden, beach bar, main pool and other interesting structures on the other side of the cove.
The most sought after Two-Bedroom Beach Villa, on the other hand, is the only accommodation
located at the beachfront with direct access to the Banyugan beach.

The Presidential Villa is the resort's most luxurious accommodation, featuring remarkable interiors
that complement the impressive abundance of space. An elegant tropical escape overlooking the
sea, this butler-serviced villa has a large outdoor area with a swimming pool and gazebo that allow
intimate parties in the comfort of your own garden. The Presidential Villa features three separate
villas within its confines. Guests can walk into a magnificent receiving room encompassing the
living room and dining area, as well as the kitchen and butler's quarters.

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Architecture
A feast of local materials was an abundant resource for the designers of Shangri-La’s Boracay
Resort & Spa. The resort was designed by Hawaii-based architect firm, WATG, and the interior
by Singapore-based LTW Design Works. The spacious guestrooms and villas are furnished with
the finest ethnic Filipino décor and native materials. WATG used the island’s coral stone
extensively on the exterior architecture and LTW applied this to the interior columns. The main
building incorporates the open pavilions and pitched roof forms. They blend with the overall
architectural form and allow views of the gardens and the ocean.

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Many stylistic flavors and trades were
injected into the design, drawing
inspiration from the rich heritage of the
Philippines, from Spanish to tribal
traditions. LTW’s brief was to create
understated elegance, relaxed and
contemporary space yet culturally-
intriguing.

The inspiration for the arrival experience

was the sea. The ocean view beyond the lobby evokes grandeur as guests walk into the main
entrance from the Porte Cochere. Design elements such as the chandeliers inspired by Spanish
ironworks flank the lobby, creating a very eye-catching feature and reinforcing a strong sense of
arrival.

The LTW Team sought artwork from various regions of the Philippines, 3-meter-high tribal drums
from the South, Gado jars, carved wooden sculptures ad more local handicrafts and trades.
Decorative lamps add to the feel of the resort. Specially designed spot lighting helps to highlight
design features and indigenous artworks. General ambient lighting also used to emphasize and
reinforce the romantic, relaxed atmosphere.

The natural environment was a direct influence on the color scheme and textural qualities of the
space. Materials that related directly to the areas and creating a sense of place were the dominant
textures and influences. LTW used local coconut shells, capiz shells, fossil stone laminates, adding
many different layers of textures and interest to the spaces with forged iron anchoring the different
design schemes.

A calm neutral palette was used for styling the villas. Hand-woven textiles and jewelry from the
tribes and wooden oars were framed as artwork. The interiors were deliberately designed with a
strong residential feel to make the guests very comfortable.

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Culinary Haven

The idea is to be able to maximize a guest’s

leisure time without the hassles of stepping
out of the resort and going all the way to the
main beach of Boracay, which is about 15
minutes away. At Shangri-La’s Boracay
Resort and Spa, there is a variety of
restaurants and bars at the resort, offering an
array of dishes and drinks to suit different
folks.

The Lobby Lounge can be found a few steps away from the front desk at the main lobby. Its wide
open interiors make it an amazing place to take in the view of the sea while sipping welcome drinks
or the resort’s signature cocktails. A wine buffet is served for happy hour. It is striking to note that
the dresses donned by the female service staff of the Lobby Lounge are made by celebrated Filipino
designer Rajo Laurel.

Vintana restaurant is the resort’s all-day

dining outlet serving international cuisine
in buffet and ala carte menus. Start out with
a scrumptious appetizer dish of salads or
sushi, and head on to the main Asian
courses. Top a full meal with the sweetest
of treats from the pastry buffet to satisfy
those sweet tooth cravings.

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Down the main pool, one will find Cielo restaurant and its poolside bar counterpart, Alon. Dine al
fresco in the cabanas situated all around the swimming pool area, and have a quick bite of pizzas
and sandwiches. Let Alon Bar provide the drinks and entertainment as you bask under the sun at
Banyugan beach, one of Shangri-La Boracay’s exclusive beachfronts.

For a more dramatic setting, go to Sirena seafood restaurant and Solana bar located by the scenic
cliff side. Sirena is the main seafood outlet where you can feast on the freshest catch from the sea,
cooked exquisitely by the seasoned chefs of the resort.

Adjacent to Sirena is the Solana bar and lounge cabanas where sunset cocktails can be enjoyed
with the sound of waves and live music as background.

Rima restaurant redefines elegant dining in

Boracay, offering Italian and Mediterranean
cuisines in an intimate location at the
treetops, amidst the resort’s lush greenery.
The fantastic view from the elevated area,
coupled with the warm lighting of the
restaurant, sets the mood that spells
romance.

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Facilities
Enjoy diverse options for leisure with
a selection of recreational activities,
whether in or out of water. Start the day
enjoying the pristine blue waters at the
resort’s private beachfronts. For the
adventurous, try island-hopping,
kayaking, windsurfing, Hobiecat-
sailing, jet-skiing, parasailing or kite-
boarding.

Explore the beauty beneath the sea with snorkeling, reef-

walking or diving. Opt to spend lazy afternoons basking
under the sun by the poolside, or at the Entertainment
Centre complete with billiard tables, the latest video and
arcade games and private karaoke and movie rooms. The
little ones can head over to Adventure Zone, an indoor
playground with giant rainbow slides.

The Shangri-La Eco Centre is a venue to learn about

marine life, the island’s flora and fauna, and care for the
environment. For the health buffs, there is a Health Club
with state-of-the-art gym equipment and two outdoor
tennis courts.

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CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La

Surrender your senses to the calming scents, sounds and strokes for invigorating harmony and
balance. CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La embraces a holistic approach to physical and spiritual well-
being, inspired by Asian healing philosophies. Covering 5,517 square meters, the sprawling CHI,
The Spa Village offers ten private villas, each with bathing facilities, a steam room and a private
garden. Relax in the swimming pool and outdoor whirlpool amidst the calm of verdant greens.
Pamper yourself to treatments that will rejuvenate and revitalize the body, mind, and spirit.

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 Banquet and Events
The only international five-star resort on the
island, Shangri-La's Boracay Resort and Spa
provides a verdant natural setting with every
modern convenience, fully-equipped function
rooms and outdoor venues.

Experienced events specialists attend to the

minutest details so that corporate clients are
able to have worry-free meetings, conferences,
teambuilding activities or company parties.

Name of Venue Reception Theater Banquet Classroom U-Shape Boardroom Area (m2)

Sagana Ballroom ABC 240 350 240 270 70 62 374.5

Sagana A 80 180 80 72 30 34 124.53

Sagana B 80 180 80 72 30 34 125.58

Sagana C 80 180 80 72 30 34 124.53

Halina ABC 70 240 70 60 54 52 142.07

Halina A 10 50 10 18 10 12 51.28

Halina B 20 50 20 27 15 16 46.43

Halina C 20 50 20 27 15 16 44.35

Nigo 10 20 10 15 11 12 39.6

Wani 50 100 50 54 30 34 82.17

Sikat 10 30 10 18 15 18 37

Samyo 10 15 10 6 9 8 17.39

Sikat – Samyo 20 40 20 25 25 20 54.39

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Weddings

The resort is a popular venue for destination weddings. The sparkle of the sapphire sea is a
naturally gorgeous backdrop for the happy couple’s exchange of eternal vows. The Grand
Ballroom makes for an ideal reception, with the option to hold a cocktail party at the ballroom
veranda.

For any kind of event, the service staff provides the legendary hospitality for which Shangri-La is
world-renowned.

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Corporate Social Responsibility

Beyond the resort’s architectural and natural beauty, a commitment to the community and the
environment has been embedded not just in the culture, but also in the very design of the way the
resort operates.

The Promise of Sustainability

Situated on an island where potable water is a scarce resource, the resort employs its very own
desalination plant. With this technology, the resort is able to treat salt water and convert it to clean,
potable water safe for human consumption. Currently, the desalination plant supplies up to 30%
of the resort’s water consumption at an effectively low cost.

Water is also recycled by the resort’s comprehensive sewer treatment system. This allows for
wastewater to be treated and reused as flushing water in the toilets or irrigation water for flora
maintenance. The same is true for storm water, where drains are strategically placed all over the
resort to collect and feed the water straight into the sewer treatment system for recycling. For the
building structure that is closer to the sea, storm water is collected in a soak away, which dissipates
the water slowly, making water disposal as harmless to the environment as possible.

Energy conservation measures for the resort go far beyond than just using energy efficient light
bulbs. Technologically advanced efficiency readers have been fitted into the electrical system,
which not only evaluate the efficiency of energy usage, but also automatically adjust the system
to ensure optimum use of electricity. With this, wasteful lapses in the electrical system are avoided.
Mounted on the crown of every villa are solar panels, which takes charge of soaking the sun’s rays
und using it to heat the water through a heat transfer system. For all the pumps that power the
resort, a variable frequency drive is employed to control effectively the power supply, significantly
minimizing wasteful surge needed for motor start up. The electricity consumption is closely
monitored.

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The Promise of Preservation

Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa is a haven for travelers from all over the world. Surrounded
by an eco-reserve, the resort recognizes its responsibility in creating a natural sanctuary for the
marine life, flora and fauna that thrive on the island. During the resort’s inception stages, Haribon
Foundation, an organization dedicated to the preservation of Philippine biodiversity, was
commissioned to identify and survey the different species of plants that covered the property.

The resort believes that awareness is crucial in the preservation of the environment. At the heart
of the resort’s main building is the Shangri-La Eco Center, promoting interactive learning for the
young. Equipped with computers, fun activities and colorful displays, the center caters to
inquisitive minds that are eager to discover valuable information on the care of endangered animals
native to the island. Most notable of which is the Flying Fox, the largest fruit bat in the world,
which can only be found on Boracay Island. At the very tip of the resort, these bats have found
their nesting ground. Throughout the construction stages and until today, the resort continues to
work closely with the Friends of the Flying Foxes, a non-profit organization that looks after the
endangered bats, to ensure the protection of the natural habitation of these rare mammals. A few
meters into the sea from the private beachfront is the Marine Sanctuary Restoration Project that
the resort is actively involved in.

Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa regularly organizes activities that encourage care for the
environment. The resort has participated in World Coastal Care Day by gathering employees for a
clean-up of the beaches fronting the hotel, and this has now turned into a regular activity that takes
place once a week.

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The Promise of Community

Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa is situated in a peaceful locale known as Barangay Yapak.
The resort has organized various activities for the local community in the past years, many of
which are in support of the children of the barangay. The support for Barangay Yapak is further
enhanced with the resort’s pledge to put bright students through high school by way of a
scholarship fund. This pledge goes as far as giving the scholars the option of employment in the
resort after graduation, to guarantee that they are able to secure a successful future for their
families.

Since 2009, the thrust for meaningful corporate social responsibility projects at the resort continues
to grow stronger. Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa offers a luxurious experience that goes well
beyond paradise, where environmental protection, community involvement, and sustainable living
are intricately woven into every guest’s stay.

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Who’s Who at Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa

Anne Busfield, General Manager

Anne Busfield is a seasoned hotelier, encompassing more than 30 years in the hospitality industry.
Prior to joining the Shangri-La group and being assigned in the Philippines, Busfield comes from
international chains as a general manager, with a strong sales and marketing background. She
handled hotels and resorts in Europe and Asia Pacific, including Britain, Hong Kong, Brunei,
Australia, Fiji and Phuket.

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PRESS CONTACT: Mica Cordero

Director of Communications
Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa
Tel: (63 2) 814 2587
E-mail: mica.cordero@shangri-la.com

Nikki Tabberrah
Communications Executive
Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa
Tel: (63 36) 288 4988
E-mail: nikki.tabberrah@shangri-la.com
Website: www.shangri-la.com/boracay

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