Staff reporter
Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte—The Gawad Amerika Foundation (GAF) again
recognized a resort in this town as its “2017 Most Outstanding Tourist
Destination in the Philippines.”
GAF is an organization of Filipinos based in the US and supported by
various American non-profit groups.
Known for advocating eco-tourism by being a constant host to international
beauty pageants for a cause, the seven-hectare Hannah’s Beach Resort and
Convention Center (HBRCC) property nestled at the foot of a mountain
overlooking the blue lagoon and powdery white sand of Maira-ira Cove in Balaoi
village, Pagudpud town continues to reap local and international awards as a
major tourist destination in this northern gateway of Luzon.
Retired Philippine Air Force Col. Ricardo Nolasco Jr., owner of the
Hannah’s resort received the award recently from GAF held in Hollywood,
California.
After receiving the award, Mr. Nolasco said he is grateful for the
prestigious award which “manifests the resort’s corporate social responsibility
on environment protection and preservation while creating a sustainable
livelihood to the locals”.
Launched in September 2002, the Gawad Amerika Awards Night is an annual
celebration to honor the excellent performance of individuals and entrepreneurs
who have gone above and beyond in their area of specialization.
The Pagudpud beach resort’s latest award brings it closer to a possible
“hall of fame” GAF award. It earlier won the same award in 2014 and 2015.
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