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Banyan Tree Manila Bay: Manila's new symbol of global elegance

Property and Living

Banyan Tree Manila Bay: Manila's new symbol of global elegance

By Rey Ilagan

jpeg-optimizer_1 LEAD PHOTO Andy Regalado, Martin Taylor.JPG — Andy Regalado and Martin Taylor

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The Banyan Group debuts in the Philippines with Banyan Tree Manila Bay, an ultra-luxury hotel and residences property along the picturesque Manila Bay. Banyan Tree Manila Bay, in collaboration with New York’s premier residential real estate brokerage firm Nest Seekers International, held its grand launch on June 25, 2024 at The Cove Manila, Okada in Pasay City.

jpeg-optimizer_Mildred Vitangcol.jpg — Mildred Vitangcol

jpeg-optimizer_Czech Republic Deputy Head of Mission Dalibor Mička.jpg — Czech Republic Deputy Head of Mission Dalibor Mička

The Singapore-based hospitality group operates over 80 hotels in 18 countries including Japan, South Korea, Maldives, and China, to name a few. “It is definitely a very exciting time for the luxury real estate market right now in the Philippines. Investors are always looking for the next big thing,” said Banyan Tree Manila Bay COO Martin Taylor.

jpeg-optimizer_Stevie Tajanlangit, Iliac Diaz, Pierre Tountzis-2.jpg — Stevie Tajanlangit, Iliac Diaz, Pierre Tountzis

jpeg-optimizer_Gov. Hermilando Mandanas and Atty. Angelica Chua Mandanas.jpg — Gov. Hermilando Mandanas and Atty. Angelica Chua Mandanas

The premier property offers top-of-the-line services and amenities including 24-hour concierge, fine dining options, infinity pools, state-of-the-art fitness and wellness facilities, and the country’s first-ever Banyan Tree Spa and Gallery.

jpeg-optimizer_Jojie Dingcong and Richard Gutierrez.JPG — Jojie Dingcong and Richard Gutierrez

jpeg-optimizer_Kirk Bondad, Bubbles Paraiso, Fille Cainglet-Cayetano, Christi McGarry, Raymond Gutierrez.jpg — Kirk Bondad, Bubbles Paraiso, Fille Cainglet-Cayetano, Christi McGarry, and Raymond Gutierrez

Andy Regalado, Nest Seekers International's Chief Marketing Officer and Regional Director for Asia, highlighted Manila as the world's hottest market for prime residential properties. “It’s high time that a project like this rises in the city,” he said. “Not only will it satisfy our clients’ demand for true luxury, such a project will also pave the way for more branded luxury properties to invest in the Philippines, making for a more vibrant luxury real estate market.”

jpeg-optimizer_Atty. Arnel Bañas, Queen Lema, Meliza Zulueta .jpg — Atty. Arnel Bañas, Queen Lema, Meliza Zulueta

jpeg-optimizer_David Rafael, Rene Banzon.jpg — David Rafael and Rene Banzon

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