Gelvez, Nuelle S. THESIS 1 - FINAL REQT.

Proposed Contemporary Hotel & Resort with Maritime Sports
Facility in Camarines Sur

Enhancing Tourist Experience with Architecture Adapting Contemporary
Response
GELVEZ, NUELLE S.
2009123502
Architect Junar P. Tablan
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Proposed Contemporary Resort Hotel with Maritime Sports Facility in
Camarines Sur: Enhancing Tourist Experience with Architecture
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part I:
Chapter I.1
The Problem and Its Background.3
General Overview..4
Introduction..4
Background of the Study...5
Statement of the Problem....6
Project Goals, Objectives and Strategies.....7-9
Significance of the Study..9
Scope and Limitation..10
Assumptions...11
Conceptual Framework....11-15
Definitions of Terms......15
Acronyms..16
Chapter I.2
Review of Related Literature and Studies16-47

Related Literature.16-38
Related Studies/ Projects (at least 2 local, 2 foreign)38-47
Chapter I.3
Research Methodology...48
Research Design....48
Population and Sampling..65-66
Research Instruments....67
Chapter I.4
Summary of Findings and Analysis..72
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Presentation of Collected Data..72
Need Analysis..80
Qualitative or Quantitative Analysis.81
Chapter I.5
Conclusions and Recommendations82-83
Part II. Research Focus.83

Chapter II.1
Rationale..83
Chapter II.2
Principles and Relevance to the Project..84
Chapter II.3
Application to the Project94
Part III.
Site Identification and Analysis.95
Chapter III.1 Site Selection Process.95

Criteria for Site Selection..96
Site Option Description...100
Site Selection and Justification112
Chapter III.2 Site Evaluation and Analysis....115
The Macro Setting..115
The Micro Setting120
Related Laws and Ordinances.121
Chapter III.3 Site Development Options (at least 2)..122
Site Analysis.122
Proposed Site Development Plan.134
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LIST OF APPENDICES
APPENDIX 1..136
APPENDIX 2..136
APPENDIX 3..136
APPENDIX 4..136
APPENDIX 5..136
APPENDIX 6..136
APPENDIX 7..136
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PART 1. The Problem and Its Background
Chapter I.1 GENERAL OVERVIEW

Introduction
Resort hotels are built in the core of natural splendors. According to Charles
Gandee, success of such development is determined upon how well the design is united
into the setting. No one desires to travel to a far-away place only to be cut off from the
splendid environs by an anonymous structure that gives little clue to its locale. What a
resort hotel needs to be should take advantage of the site, optimizing the natural assets; a
better one should respond not only to the weather and topography, but to the cultural history
of its particular place.
According to research, the hotel industry is beginning to implement green design

and construction practices, saving energy, water, and resources and thus helping to preserve
the environment. However, there is the potential for conflict between green building
practices and hotel guests' satisfaction and comfort, as the conservation of resources could
reduce the quality of a guest's visitor experience. The study aims to adopt practical
strategies in green building for hotels without compromising luxury and service to produce
a world class design for the enhanced tourists experience.
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Background of the Study
Philippines with its rich biodiversity, offers attractions that appeals to tourists to
visit the country which enhances visitor arrivals for the eight months of the 2014 and
reached a total of 3,267,542, with a recorded increase of 2.72% over its previous years
volume of 3,180,903 for the same period (October 2014, DOT Tourism Statistics).
In the province of Camarines Sur alone, a total of 1.3M tourist arrivals for the entire
Camarines Sur was listed by the Department of Tourism Regional Office on February 2014.
Found in the provincial capitol of Camarines Sur is a 5-ha watersports facility that was
tagged as A Breakthrough in Bicol Tourism Industry by the National Economic
Development Administration recognized for the increase of tourists coming to Camarines
Sur which enhanced the overall standing of the Bicol region in tourism industry. A lot of
tourist has been eager to visit this place, making Camarines Sur one of the most traveled
destination in the Philippines. The development of such destinations has been done only 3
years ago, but according to some travelers, the place looks not well-maintained because
some facilities are already not in good condition. Hotels near the area has also been a
problem for travelers because it lacks good service.
Another tourist destination in Camarines Sur is Caramoan Islands. With Gota
Village Resort as the foremost development of the provincial government of Caramoan, it
was chosen by Top Resa Paris, the largest travel and tourism forum in Europe as the best
tourism destination in the world in 2008. It was also during that year that Nature magazine
chose CamSur as the best eco-tourism site of the world.
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Developments in Bicol, to the north and well-known for its whale shark diving, was
projected to generate 183,000 additional employments with the completion of the New
Bicol International Airport that will promote the increasing demand for resorts, ecotourism,
maritime sports, helped by improved road networks accounted for 2012.
In line with that, this study intents to address the problem of lack of good service,
low-class facilities, and the growing population of tourists by providing a Contemporary
resort hotel with maritime sports facility that is functional with features providing comfort
and leisure facilities that is up-to-date for the satisfaction and happiness of guests and cater
the growing population of tourists in Camarines Sur.
The researcher aims to propose a Contemporary Hotel & Resort with maritime
sports facility in Camarines Sur to further enhance the number of water sports enthusiast
and tourists who likes to experience a breakthrough of nature and architecture when set as
one. From the viewpoint of the entire lifecycle of the building, this study intents to
recognize green design and construction practices that not only provide a green, luxurious
environment but also enhance the tourism in a first class urban municipality.
Statement of the Problem
A significant aspect of this proposal is the potential for high-quality development and
innovative energy-responsive design in Camarines Sur to help promote the tourism on the
province in an effort to (1) Enrich the environment for people and maintain the natural
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characteristics of the site (2) Propose a contemporary resort hotel with maritime sport facility
integrating the relationship between man and nature as a natural whole. In line with that, the
study aims to answer the following questions:
1. What conveniences should be provided in a resort-hotel with principles of green building

strategies?
2. How will the expression of architecture as a natural system will envelope the complete
structure?
3. How does practicality relates to green building strategies?
4. How does sustainable tourism development enhance guests hotel experiences and not
compromise their comfort maintaining high level of tourist satisfaction?
5. What maritime sports facility does Camarines Sur need?
6. What is contemporary architecture and what approaches should be applied in the proposal?
Project Goals, Objectives and Strategies

Goals
The main purpose of this study is to create an innovative design for a high-class
and up-to-date development through the use of several design principles, improved
environmental responses, and natural systems philosophical guidelines, the primary goal is
to design a resort hotel to serve as an ideal of an energy-responsive design and reduce its
environmental impacts.
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Objectives
The study desires to create a commercial establishment that will support the
sprawling tourism needs of Camarines Sur that seeks to deal effectively with the desire to
provide a commercial facility. The proponent will also identify the approaches of green
design strategy through conducting a case study of local projects and read online articles
and books on international projects. Some specific objectives are as follows:
To know the design factors need to consider in developing a resort hotel with
maritime sport facility that will supplement the tourism of Camarines Sur
To determine the problems encountered in hotels by tourists in Camarines Sur
To know the architectural design strategies that can help to enhance the
quality of hotel resort experience
Create an innovative design for a possibility of a new water sport development

as CamSur is known already for watersports
Provide a new attraction in the province & the country with a contemporary
hotel and resort design
Strategies
Green buildings has now become a trend in the 21st century. The Department of Energy
has initiated their aims for the implementation of green building principles. With that, the
proponent will study these principles and how it is applied aligned with the objectives of
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the Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence (BERDE). (Practical
Strategies, US Green Building Council)
1. Green Roof
a. Install Green Roof for Improved Stormwater Management and Reduced Energy
Use
2. Reduced Site Disturbance
a. Allow Majority of Site to Remain Undisturbed and In Its Natural Habitat
3. Native Landscaping
a. Landscape with Native Species that Require Little or No Irrigation
4. Sustainable Building Materials
a. Use Building Materials Extracted and Manufactured Locally
5. Building Waste Management
a. Implement a Robust Recycling and Solid Waste Management Program
Significance of the Study

The study will benefit the tourism of Camarines Sur giving them a smart and
sustainable modernized facility for the tourists to enjoy, as well as for the locals of the
province, that is of global standard when it comes to hotel industry.
Furthermore, it will also serve as a catalyst for a smart and sustainable green
building design for hotels that will help an ordinary commercial structure transform its
facilities through environment-friendly and efficient design. The study will be beneficial
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for the built environment by means of creating this resort-hotel as a prototype for a smart
and sustainable structure geared towards LEED certification considering practical
strategies of sustainability.
To the architecture students, this study will be of help in designing a smart and
sustainable resort hotel development that stands on global standard. It will also benefit
future researchers, as it will serve as a reference to those who will be interested on learning
or researching about the topic.
Scope and Limitation

The scope of this study links design and green building strategies through
environmental influences. The study is limited to evaluating the resort-hotels in Camarines
Sur and work on it in a way that conveys with the environment acknowledging the natural
systems and everybody that will benefit for it. In line with that, the proponent stretches out
an effort towards sustainability to help preserve the environment and lessen impacts of
carbon footprints of structures.
The study will cover the proposed site of the Contemporary Resort Hotel with
Maritime Sports Facility along with its surroundings in the province of Camarines Sur; the
scope of the study includes the research & design phase of the proposal & its site
development. It shall consider some factors including aesthetics, functionality, circulation
& innovative design. The hydrodynamic wave foil technology that will be used on the
maritime sport facility is outside the scope of this study and will not be discussed further.
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Assumptions
The assumption of intertemporal correlation underlies in the tourism contribution
of the hotel resort and how the hotel industry in Camarines Sur works today. With that the
researcher assumes to deliver the green design possibilities through a responsible design.
Moreover, it attempts to give the users the benefit of Sustainable Design Strategies in the
face of a Resort-Hotel environment.
Conceptual Framework
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PROPOSED CONTEMPORARY RESORT HOTEL

WITH MARITIME SPORTS FACILITY IN CAMARINES
SUR
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Definition of Terms
Natural system referred to as an analysis of the environment relating to the ecology identifying
the natural templates of nature relating to architecture.
Smart and Sustainable an approach to an environmentally responsive structure to meet basic
human needs without destroying or harming nature and its environs.
Green design strategies seeks to reduce environmental impacts of buildings with smart and
sustainable practice.
LEED Certification a rating system for design, construction, operation, and maintenance of
green buildings developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence (BERDE) the first rating system
created in the Philippines that address the needs for energy efficient and sustainable design
Low-class belonging to a low standing due to lack of good facilities and the like.
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Contemporary Architecture The term "contemporary architecture" refers to todays building
styles, which are quite diverse and boast a wide array of influences. In terms of architecture,
"contemporary" and "modern" arent synonyms. "Modern" refers to the modernist architecture of
the early and mid-20th century, an era of great change in the American landscape. Ornamentation
and sentimentality were out; clean lines and superior function were in.
Acronyms
CamSur Camarines Sur
DOT Department of Tourism
NEDA National Economic Development Administration
BERDE Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence
LEED Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
USGBC U.S. Green Building Council
Chapter I.2 REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES

This chapter will provide comprehensive literature review and will converse overviews
about how architecture has evolved on hotel industries and its facilities, how it helped the country
develop, and how it abetted provinces enhance their tourism.
Moreover, certain terms introduced will be defined to avoid confusions when people read
this paper; Natural systems will be discussed and elaborated in this part of the study to give full
information to readers to know the importance of this on the main problem statement. A description
of contemporary facility, and smart sustainable architecture will also be discussed and how all of
it will work as a whole. Furthermore, this will provide information on how to applicably design
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such facilities and discuss its requirements. These data will serve as the researchers guide in
further accomplishing this study.
Also, this part of the study will discuss how a supplemental watersports facility will further
increase tourism, how an up-to-date facility can be connected to systems of nature in general, and
how all of this can contribute and be an enormous idea for a financial scheme.
I.2.1 Natural systems (Martinez, D. Architecture as a Natural System. Retrieved from Digital
Dissertations/Thesis)
Since the beginning of time, man (a natural system) has had to deal with its environment
whether adapting to it or changing it. The inquiry into various ways of thinking has given us a
perspective for viewing man and nature. Man's evolution, settlement patterns, and social structure
can be attributed to the influences of other systems. Contemporary science tends to concentrate on
organization, not one thing or its effects, but rather how events are structured and function in
relation to their "environment". Each system constantly challenges others by responding itself to
challenges. There is interdependence among the systems. Our ecosystem is not a linear process of
cause and effect, but rather a cyclical process of numerous feedback effects. Therefore, the
behavior of any one living member of a system is dependent on the behavior of others. This denotes
the interdependence of one life form on another. Man is the only organism that has the ability to
create alternatives within natures complex relations. Physical nature is organic and has a basic
structure which responds to man. We must take our energies, information, and substances and
create an architecture that is energy-sustainable.
The search is directed at finding an architecture that harmonizes man and nature people
and their environment. Through the use of various design principles, better environmental
responses, and natural systems philosophical guidelines I want to design a resort hotel to serve as
a model of an energy-responsive design. The design should reflect and give awareness of the
potential ecological and energy conservative issues that you and I, as inhabitants of the
environment, can address with the purpose to preserve, maintain, and rebuild the natural settings
that we are a part of. The need for architecture to find a balance with its environment is essential.
Along with the recent increase in ecological awareness the demand for innovative thinking in using
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nature's resources is also a must. The search in discovering new ways of managing our energy is
at its greatest and the architectural realm is not excluded.
Buildings are not just a series of connected parts with separate functions but instead are
elements of a larger system. By understanding this we have the potential to design these
components into an integrated whole responding to the needs of man and nature which have existed
in the past and will inevitably exist in the future.
The topic of this project asks the question can architecture be a natural system? To
answer this question we must first define a "natural system". According to Ervin Laszlo "a natural
system is the highest level of organizational invariance" ('natural' is used in contrast to artificial
and not with social). He states that "natural systems" have real content and are not just a lot of
[mumbo-jumbo]. "Any system which does not owe its existence to conscious human planning and
execution is a natural system including man himself, and many of the multiperson systems in
which he participates". Although the concept of natural systems is vast and its content is general,
we can say things about natural systems that set them apart from other things. Laszlo writes on
systems and presents information relevant to the principles of architecture. Architecture is more
than a collection of separate elements, more than style, and more than abstract forms derived from
antiquity. Architecture is derived from the knowledge, understanding, and the study of activities,
the people, and the environment. Instead of looking at a system and deciding if it is natural or not,
it would be more accurate to analyze the system by using Laszlo's four points.
In the systems view, if you want to know what is truly fundamental about a thing, "you
define [it] as a natural phenomena of organized complexity a natural system." The following
are four organizational invariances said to characterize natural systems:
Natural Systems Are Wholes with Irreducible Properties
"'Wholes' and 'heaps' are not mysterious metaphysical notions but clearly, even
mathematically, definable states of complex entities. Wholes are not the simple sum of their parts,
and heaps are... One part more or less means adding or taking away that particular part's physical
mass and manifest properties, nothing more."' He continues to say that an entity having some
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formal structure built on the basis of an interdependence among its parts will in its most basic form
consists of two parts, where the outcome is something more than the simple sum of the properties
of each. This entity is then classified as a 'whole' and not a 'heap.'
Design Impact
The significance of each design decision should be taken into consideration knowing that
the decision, whether big or small, will affect the final product and the performance of the building.
Architecture should be considered as a whole. The composition of this whole should not be
destroyed by adding or subtracting any one element. If the final design is affected by such
alterations then the design cannot be a natural system.
Natural Systems Maintain Themselves in a Changing Environment
The physical world on the whole is approaching a state of ultimate disorganization. This is
due to the limited energy available in virtue of the way its components are organized. The principle
expressed by this fundamental law of nature is the so-called Second Law of Thermodynamics. It
states that within any given isolated system energy stored in virtue of the organization of the
components gets used up and the system gets correspondingly disorganized. There is an exception
to this rule "that is, there can be subsidiary systems within the whole system, and these subsystems
can get more organized as time goes on, rather than less."' These parts (subsystems) become
organized at the expense of the other parts (whole). "If anything is to maintain itself in proper
running condition, it must act as a subsystem within the total system which defines its energy
supplies. It must be so organized that it draws energies from its environment, and burns them up
in running itself. That is, it must take in substances which contain energies in a form which it can
use for its own purposes. It then puts out waste products in the form of used-up substances,
impoverishing its environment to that extent. The energies gained can be used to run the subsystem
something which inevitably has to be paid for in terms of the total supply of energy and to
carry out the necessary maintenance work. All this is directly involved in sustaining a subsystem
over an appreciable period of time... The particular configuration of parts and relationships which
is maintained in a self-maintaining and repairing system is called a 'steady-state.' It is a state in
which energies are continually used to maintain the relationship of the parts and keep them from
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collapsing in decay- This is a dynamic state, not a dead inert one. The technical definition of a
natural system is 'open system in a steady-state.' Openness refers to the import-export activities of
the system, which it needs to 'stay in the same place,' that is, to maintain its own dynamic steadystate."' Thus, natural systems can obtain their own required energy and counteract the decay of the
parts in a manner needed to maintain the present-state.
Design Impact
In order for a building to be a natural system, it must generate the required energy necessary
to maintain the functions it was designed for. The architectural structure must not only take from
the larger system (environment) but also give something(whether energy for an other subsystem
or the production of an element) to assist in the maintenance and evolution of the larger system.
Natural Systems Create Themselves in Response to the Challenge of the Environment
"If natural systems were merely to maintain the 'status quo' throughout the range of
circumstance they encounter there would be no evolution, no patterns of development, and nothing
we could call progress. Things would either succeed in remaining what they are, or go under. The
evidence indicates, however, that many things not only manage to offset the pernicious influences
of forces in their environment but are capable of development. Natural systems evolve new
structures and new functions; they create themselves in time."'
Design Impact
Architecture must adapt to the ever-changing needs and values of its users. It must also
have the ability to adapt to the demands of the larger system (the environment) or be destroyed.
Natural Systems Are Coordinating Interfaces in Nature's Hierarchy
"Organization in nature comes to resemble a complex, multilevel pyramid, with many
relatively simple systems at the bottom and a few (and ultimately one) complex system (s) at the
top. Between these limits all natural systems take intermediate positions; they link the levels below
and above them. They are wholes in regard to their parts, and parts with respect to higher-level
wholes.""
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Design Impact
Architectural decisions influence not only the immediate area but can also affect perimeter
areas not directly connected. Every decision affects the whole. The subsystem interfacing of the
design (i.e. the structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) can assure a successful design or be
disastrous to the whole. The survival of the system constitutes a natural system.
I.2.2 CLASSIFICATION OF AND STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR HOTELS (D.O.T
Local Government Code of 1991)
Pursuant to the provisions of executive order no. 120 in Relation to republic act no. 7160,
otherwise known as the Local government code of 1991 on the devolution of DOT's Regulatory
function over tourist establishments, the following rules and regulations to govern the
Accreditation of accommodation establishments are hereby Promulgated.
DEFINITION OF TERMS
Section 1. Definition. For purposes of these Rules, the following shall mean:
a. Hotel a building, edifice or premises or a completely independent part thereof, which is used
for the regular reception, accommodation or lodging of travelers and tourist and the provision of
services incidental thereto fora fee.
b. Resort any place or places with pleasant environment and atmosphere conducive to comfort,
healthful relaxation and rest, offering food, sleeping accommodation and recreational facilities to
the public for a fee or remuneration.
c. Tourist Inn a lodging establishment catering to transients which does not meet the minimum
requirements of an economy hotel.
d. Apartel any building or edifice containing several independent and furnished or semifurnished apartments, regularly leased to tourists and travelers for dwelling on a more or less long
term basis and offering basic services to its tenants, similar to hotels.
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e. Pension house a private or family-operated tourist boarding house, tourist guest house or
tourist lodging house employing non-professional domestic helpers regularly catering to tourists
and travelers, containing several independent lettable rooms, providing common facilities such as
toilets, bathrooms/showers, living and dining rooms and/or kitchen and where a combination of
board and lodging may be provided.
Motorist hotel (Motel) - any structure with several separate units, primarily located along the
highway with individual or common parking space at which motorists may obtain lodging and, in
some instances, meals.
g. Department or DOT the Department of Tourism.
h. Accreditation a certification issued by the Department that the holder is recognized by the
Department as having complied with its minimum standards in the operation of the establishment
concerned which shall ensure the safety, comfort and convenience of the tourists.
CLASSIFICATION OF AND STANDARD REQUIREMENTS FOR HOTELS
Section 2. Classification of Hotels. For purposes of accreditation, hotels are hereby classified into
the following categories, namely:
a. De Luxe Class
b. First Class
c. Standard Class
d. Economy Class
Section 3. Requirement for a De Luxe Class Hotel. The following are the minimum requirements
for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a De Luxe Class Hotel:
a. Location
1. The locality and environs including approaches shall be suitable for a luxury hotel of
international standard;
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2. The facade, architectural features and general construction of the building shall have the
distinctive qualities of a luxury hotel.
b. Bedroom Facilities and Furnishings
Size- All single and double rooms shall have a floor area of not less than twenty-five (25) square
meters, inclusive of bathrooms.
Suite- There shall be one (1) suite per thirty (30) guest rooms.
Bathrooms
1. All rooms must have bathrooms which shall be equipped with fittings of the highest
quality befitting a luxury hotel with 24-hour service of hot and cold running water;
2. Bathrooms shall be provided with bathtubs and showers;
3. Floors and walls shall be covered with impervious material of elegant design and high
quality workmanship.
Telephone- There shall be a telephone in each guest room and an extension line in the bathroom
of each suite.
Radio/Television- There shall be a radio, a television and relayed or piped-in music in each guest
room.
Cold Drinking Water- There shall be a cold drinking water and glasses in each bedroom.
Refrigerator/Mini-Bar- There shall be a small refrigerator and a well-stocked bar in each guest
room.
Room Service- There shall be a 24-hour room service (including provisions for snacks and light
refreshments).
Furnishings and Lighting
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1. All guest rooms shall have adequate furniture of the highest standard and elegant design;
floors shall have superior quality wallto-wall carpeting; walls shall be well-furnished with welltailored draperies of rich materials;
2. Lighting arrangements and fixtures in the rooms and bathrooms shall be so designed as
to ensure aesthetic as well as functional excellence.
Information Materials- Room tariffs shall be prominently displayed in each bedroom plus
prominent notices for services offered by the hotel, including food and beverage outlets and hours
of operation, fire exit guidelines and house rules for guests.
c. Front Office/Reception
There shall be reception, information counter and guest relations office providing a 24hour service and attended by highly qualified, trained and experienced staff.
Lounge- There shall be a well-appointed lounge with seating facilities, the size of which is
commensurate with the size of the hotel.
Porter Service- There shall be a 24-hour porter service.
Foreign Exchange Counter- There shall be a duly licensed and authorized foreign exchange
counter.
Mailing Facilities- Mailing facilities including sale of stamps and envelopes shall be available in
the premises.
Long Distance/Overseas Calls Long distance and overseas telephone calls shall be made available
in the establishment.
Reception Amenities- There shall be a left-luggage room and safety deposit boxes in the
establishment.
Telex and Facsimile- There shall be telex-transceiver and facsimile facilities in the establishment.
d. Housekeeping- Housekeeping shall be of the highest possible standard.
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Linen- There shall be plentiful supply of linens, blankets, towels, etc., which shall be of the
highest quality and shall be spotlessly clean. The linens, blankets and towels shall be changed daily.
Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service- Laundry and dry cleaning services shall be available in the
establishment.
Carpeting- All public and private rooms shall have superior quality carpeting which shall be well
kept at all times.
e. Food and Beverage
Dining Room- There shall be a coffee shop and at least one specialty dining room which are wellequipped, well-furnished and well-maintained, serving high quality cuisine and providing
entertainment.
Bar- Wherever permissible by law, there shall be an elegant and well stocked bar with an
atmosphere of comfort and luxury.
Kitchen
1. The kitchen, pantry and cold storage shall be professionally designed to ensure efficiency of
operation and shall be well-equipped, well-maintained, clean and hygienic;
2. The kitchen shall have an adequate floor area with non-slip flooring and tiled walls and adequate
light and ventilation.
Crockery
1. The crockery shall be of elegant design and of superior quality; There shall be ample supply of
it;
2. No piece of crockery in use shall be chipped, cracked or grazed. The silverware shall be kept
well-plated and polished at all times.
f. Recreational Facilities
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Swimming Pool- There shall be a well-designed and properly equipped swimming pool.
Tennis/Golf/Squash/Gym Facilities- There shall be at least one recreational facility or a tie-up
with one within the vicinity of the hotel.
g. Entertainment- Live entertainment shall be provided.
h. Engineering and Maintenance
Maintenance- Maintenance of all sections of the hotel (i.e., building furniture, fixtures, etc.) shall
be of superior standard.
Air-conditioning- There shall be centralized air-conditioning for the entire building (except in
areas which are at a minimum of 3,000 feet above sea level).
Ventilation- There shall be technologically advanced, efficient and adequate ventilation in all
areas of the hotel.
Lighting- There shall be adequate lighting in all public and private rooms.
Emergency Power- There shall be a high-powered generator capable of providing sufficient
lighting for all guest rooms, hallways, public areas/rooms, and operating elevators, food
refrigeration and water services.
Fire Prevention Facilities- The fire prevention facilities shall conform with the requirements of
the Fire Code of the Philippines.
i. General Facilities
Outdoor Area- The hotel shall have a common outdoor area for guests (e.g., a roof garden or
spacious common terrace).
Parking/Valet- There shall be an adequate parking space and valet service.
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Function and Conference Facilities- There shall be one or more of each of the following:
conference room, banquet hall (with a capacity of not less than 200 people seated) and private
dining room.
Shops- There shall be a barber shop, DOT-accredited travel agency/tour counter, beauty parlor,
and sundries shop.
Security- Adequate security on a 24-hour basis shall be provided in all entrances and exits of the
hotel premises.
Medical Service- A medical clinic to service guests and employees shall have a registered nurse
on a 24-hour basis and a doctor on-call. j. Service and Staff
1. Professionally qualified, highly trained, experienced, efficient and courteous staff shall be
employed;
2. The staff shall be in smart and clean uniforms.
k. Special Facilities- Business center, limousine service and airport transfers shall be provided.
Section 4. Requirements for a First Class Hotel. The following are the minimum requirements
for the establishment, operation and maintenance of a first class hotel:
a. Location
1. The locality and environs including approaches shall be suitable for a first class hotel of
international standard;
2. The facade, architectural features and general construction of the building shall have the
distinctive qualities of a first class hotel.
b. Bedroom Facilities and Furnishings
Size- All single and double rooms shall have a floor area of not less than twenty-five (25) square
meters, inclusive of bathrooms.
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Suite- There shall be one (1) suite per thirty (40) guest rooms.
Bathrooms
1. All rooms must have bathrooms which shall be equipped with fittings of the highest quality
befitting a first class hotel with 24-hour service of hot and cold running water;
2. Bathrooms shall be provided with showers and/or bathtubs;
3. Floors and walls shall be covered with impervious material of aesthetic design and high quality
workmanship.
Telephone- There shall be a telephone in each guest room.
Radio/Television- There shall be a radio, a television and relayed or piped-in music in each guest
room.
Cold Drinking Water- There shall be a cold drinking water and glasses in each bedroom.
Room Service- There shall be a 24-hour room service (including provisions for snacks and light
refreshments).
Furnishings and Lighting
1. All guest rooms shall have adequate furniture of very high standard and very good design; floors
shall have wall-to-wall carpeting; or if the flooring is high quality (marble, mosaic, etc.) carpets
shall be provided and shall be of a size proportionate to the size of the room; walls shall be wellfurnished with well-tailored draperies of very high quality materials;
2. Lighting arrangements and fixtures in the rooms and bathrooms shall be so designed as to ensure
functional excellence.
Information Materials- Room tariffs shall be prominently displayed in each bedroom plus
prominent notices for services offered by the hotel, including food and beverage outlets and hours
of operation, fire exit guidelines and house rules for guests.
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c. Front Office/Reception
Lounge- There shall be a lobby and well-appointed lounge with seating facilities, the size of
which is commensurate with the size of the hotel.
Porter Service- There shall be a 24-hour porter service.
Foreign Exchange Counter- There shall be a duly licensed and authorized foreign exchange
counter.
Mailing Facilities- Mailing facilities including sale of stamps and envelopes shall be available in
the premises.
Long Distance/Overseas Calls- Long distance and overseas telephone calls shall be made
available in the establishment.
Reception Amenities- There shall be a left-luggage room and safety deposit boxes in the
establishment.
Telex and Facsimile- There shall be telex-transceiver and facsimile facilities in the establishment.
d. Housekeeping- Housekeeping shall be of high standard.
Linen- There shall be a good supply of linens, blankets, towels, etc., which shall be of high quality
and should be spotlessly clean. The linens, blankets and towels shall be changed daily.
Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service- Laundry and dry cleaning services shall be available in the
establishment.
Carpeting- All public and private rooms shall have high quality carpeting which should be well
kept at all times.
e. Food and Beverage
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Dining Room- There shall be a coffee shop and at least one specialty dining room which are wellequipped, well-furnished and well-maintained, serving good quality cuisine and providing
entertainment.
Bar- Wherever permissible by law, there shall be an elegant and wellstocked bar with an
atmosphere of comfort.
Kitchen
1. The kitchen, pantry and cold storage shall be professionally designed to ensure efficiency of
operation and shall be well-equipped, well-maintained, clean and hygienic;
2. The kitchen shall have an adequate floor area with non-slip flooring and tiled walls and adequate
light and ventilation.
Crockery
1. The crockery shall be of best quality;
2. There shall be adequate supply of it;
3. No piece of crockery in use shall be chipped, cracked or grazed. The silverware shall be kept
well-plated and polished at all times.
f. Recreational Facilities
Swimming Pool- There shall be a well-designed and properly equipped swimming pool.
Tennis/Golf/Squash/Gym Facilities- There shall be at least one recreational facility or a tie-up
with one within the vicinity of the hotel.
g. Entertainment- Live entertainment shall be provided.
h. Engineering and Maintenance
Maintenance- Maintenance of all sections of the hotel (i.e., building furniture, fixtures, etc.) shall
be of very high quality.
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Air-conditioning- All private and public rooms shall be air-conditioned (except in areas which
are at a minimum of 3,000 feet above sea level).
Ventilation- There shall be technologically advanced, efficient and adequate ventilation in all
areas of the hotel.
Lighting- There shall be adequate lighting in all public and private rooms.
Emergency Power- There shall be a high-powered generator capable of providing sufficient
lighting for all guest rooms, hallways, public areas/rooms, and operating elevators, food
refrigeration and water services.
Fire Prevention Facilities- The fire prevention facilities shall conform with the requirements of
the Fire Code of the Philippines.
i. General Facilities
Parking/Valet- There shall be an adequate parking space and valet service.
Function and Conference Facilities- There shall be special rooms for conference/banquet
purposes.
Shops- There shall be a DOT-accredited travel agency/tour counter, barber shop, beauty parlor,
and sundries shop.
Security- Adequate security on a 24-hour basis shall be provided in all entrances and exits of the
hotel premises.
Medical Service- A medical clinic to service guests and employees with a registered nurse on a
24-hour basis and a doctor on-call shall be provided.
j. Service and Staff
1. Highly qualified, trained, experienced, efficient and courteous staff shall be hired;
2. The staff shall be in smart and clean uniforms.
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k. Special Facilities
Facilities for airport transfers shall be provided.
I.2.3 Green Hotels Marketing and Profitability Advantages of Environmentally Friendly

Practices (Rodrigues, J (2010, Aug 15). Retrieved from http://www.younghotelier.com/)
It may be hard to remember, but not too long ago environmental awareness was the hot
topic in the hospitality industry. Everywhere you looked there were hotels and restaurants going
green and executing sustainability campaigns. Then, of course, the recession happened, and
sustainable became an adjective most associated with profits and the green hoteliers and
restaurateurs were most concerned with was cash. In the hospitality marketing realm, the focus
shifted from emphasizing environmental strategies to emphasizing value. We can be forgiven for
putting environmental awareness on the back burner during this turbulent time.
But just as value is a constant in terms of consumer perception, it turns out environmental
consciousness is equally consistent. A new study by Cornell University out on 2010 demonstrates
that consumers didnt forget about environmental concerns during the recession; in fact, they are
increasingly willing to pay a premium to patronize green restaurants and purchase green products.
Almost 90% of respondents said they would pay more to eat at a green restaurant, and one third
said they would pay up to 12% more. From a marketing perspective, this means that green is
again- and indeed, always was- a viable and profitable differentiating factor.
Consumers, particularly those in the higher income, higher education demographic
(according to the Cornell study), continue to be concerned and cognizant about the environmental
impact of their own behavior as well as that of the businesses they patronize. This represents an
opportunity for hotels that are engaging in green practices to use these aspects of their operations
to draw in valuable customers. It also acts a spur to those businesses that do not execute- or have
suspended due to cost- sustainability initiatives. For these hotels and restaurants, the first step is to
get back into the green game. Its the right thing to do, and the Cornell study shows that consumers
are willing to reward responsible behavior. For those hotels and restaurants that have already gone
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green, the question becomes how to effectively market that facet of their operations, or how to
relaunch a marketing campaign centered on their environmental record.
Positioning a hotel or restaurant as environmentally conscious or green requires a marketer
to identify and publicize individual aspects of the businesss operation. Simply announcing that
your enterprise is green is not enough; consumers are receptive to details about your supply chain,
your specific practices and those green solutions that most affect them as guests, and which ones
can mitigate whatever effect the consumers themselves are having on the environment as patrons.
In hotels, where green initiatives can sometimes rankle guests (water conservation efforts that
entail reducing linen changes come to mind), taking a cue from restaurants and focusing on the
supply chain and local sourcing might be an effective way to communicate environmental
priorities.
The Cornell study recommends joining recognized green groups or adhering to guidelines
set by industry groups with environmentally friendly goals and best practices. This is an excellent
way to align your hotel or restaurant with other like-minded enterprises and to leverage the
marketing reach of trade groups without making a sizable investment in an internal campaign.
Speaking of internal campaigns, its important to remember that front-line employees can be the
best ambassadors for going green. If your hotel can create buy-in for environmental initiatives
among staff, that can go a long way toward convincing your customers that your establishment is
serious and committed to creating environmentally sustainable operating procedures.
Green is back, if it really ever left. For the foreseeable future, we will be confronted with
challenges and realities of a changing environment, and hotels and restaurants should be prepared
to deal with these challenges with solid green practices. Now that it seems clear that consumers
are willing to pay a premium to enjoy the fruits of such practices, there is little excuse not to engage
in them; in fact, it is advantageous to promote them and publicize them. We may not be in the
going green heyday of the early 00s, but for those hotels and restaurants that position themselves
like they still are, the benefits can be great.
1.2.4 Are we ready for mandatory green building measures? (Philippine Daily Inquirer,
2013)
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Voluntary green building measures continue to be increasingly popular in many countries
for the past decades. Starting with the most elementary strategies like providing insulation and
window overhangs, many countries have moved on to more sophisticated green measures.
Today, more and more building owners are committed to reducing the environmental
impact of their projects. Many set themselves off as environmental stewards in the business
community as green building owners, or simply to reap the financial benefits of energy and
material resources gained by green buildings, or simply to get tax breaks. The tendency now is to
voluntarily go green for various pragmatic reasons. All that however is changing as many countries
now are gradually shifting from voluntary to mandatory green building measures.
In the United States, the state of California is leading the way with the California Green
Building Code, or CAL Green, for implementing mandatory green building measures that apply
to all newly constructed buildings or structures. It was adopted in January 2010 and became
effective in 2011.
Singapores green measures are voluntary for the private sector but mandates that all public
buildings be certified by BCA Green Mark Platinum rating. All existing public buildings are
mandated to achieve Green Mark Gold Plus standard by 2020.
Japan has the Energy Conservation Law adopted in 1979. Building owners are obligated
to submit a report on the energy conservation measures prior to construction. Compliance rate has
been growing and is expected to reach 80 percent when the standards are finally made mandatory.
Here in the Philippines, there is no energy law that mandates building owners to adopt
green building measures.
This is what has prompted the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and
the City of Mandaluyong to embark on a project called the Green Building Project Development
in partnership with the International Finance Corp. (IFC).
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The Green Building project is expected to create energy savings for businesses, help reduce
overall greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy, water and other resource efficiencies
associated with new building construction in the Philippines.
To develop smart green building policies, the project team has been conducting original
research on energy usage of buildings and building development trends, specifically in Metro
Manila, Cebu and Davao.
This has resulted in a number of energy modeling baselines from which the impact of new
green building development can be measured if new standards are applied to the industry.
The Green Building project is expected to draw up guidelines and strategies for adoption
by building owners to conform to internationally accepted green standards.
1.2.5 Practical Strategies in Green Building Hotels (US Green Building Council: Practical
Strategies [PDF]. Retrieved from www.usgbc.org/Docs/Archive/General/Docs7760.pdf)
In the United States alone, hotels represent more than 5 billion square feet of space, nearly
5 million guest rooms, and close to $4 billion in annual energy use. Hotels and other hospitality
venues have a significant opportunity to reduce negative environmental impacts associated with
guest rooms, event space, and general facility use through measures such as energy and water
efficiency, waste reduction and management, sustainable and local purchasing, and use of
alternative transportation. Hotels can also contribute to human health by providing healthy,
comfortable, and productive indoor environments with improved indoor air quality, access to
daylight and views, and occupant control of the lighting and thermal environment. The suite of
LEED rating systems includes a range of environmental and performance measures that can be
implemented in hotels and other types of lodging facilities. LEED for New Construction and Major
Renovations and LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance are the most
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appropriate rating systems for lodging projects to use. The LEED for New Construction rating
system provides a framework for green design and construction of new development or major
renovations. The LEED for Existing Buildings rating system provides a framework for hotel
owners and operators to implement sustainable operations and maintenance practices in new and
old buildings and measure operational improvements on a consistent scale with the goal of
maximizing operational efficiency and minimizing environmental impacts from existing hotel
operations. Hotels certified under LEED for New Construction can use LEED for Existing
Buildings: Operations & Maintenance to maximize their investment by efficiently maintaining and
operating their assets and thereby continuing their commitment to sustainability. Specifically, the
LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance rating system addresses site maintenance
programs, water and energy use, environmentally preferred products and practices for cleaning,
sustainable purchasing policies, waste management and ongoing indoor environmental quality.
1.2.6 Risks and Rewards for Building Sustainable Hotels (Deloitte, [PDF]. (Retrieved from
http://www.emprenderioja.es/herramientas/doc_download/56-risks-and-rewards-forbuilding-sustainable-hotels)
Travelers are also increasingly considering sustainability in making travel plans. A recent
survey by Deloitte in the United States indicates that business travelers increasingly consider a
hotels sustainability in making their selections and 40% of those surveyed were willing to pay a
premium for it.
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There were about eighteen LEED-certified hotels sprinkled around the United States and
Canada, including California, North Carolina, Georgia, Missouri and Maryland. But there are
hundreds of hotels registered to achieve certification. Even with some projects threatened by the
economic recession and failure to stay on track for LEED certification, it is expected that there
will still be many new LEED- certified hotels in the United States over the next few years. These
numbers dont include, of course, the many hotels that have sustainable features (like solar panels,
organic food offerings, sustainable personal care products, etc.) but that are not formally certified.
Although only a small number of hotels are currently LEED-certified, companies in the
lodging industry, like other industries, have taken an active role in committing themselves to
addressing climate change and sustainability. Lodging companies have realized that
environmentally sound practices not only help the environment, but can lead to cost reductions,
business expansion, and profit growth as consumers increasingly seek environmentally sustainable
products and services. New companies are constantly being formed to service the hospitality
industry in this area. For example, EnviRelation, a D.C. based company, has created tools that are
specifically intended to help hotels calculate their greenhouse gas emissions, determine their
carbon footprint and identify ways to offset these impacts.11
A number of social and economic factors are also driving the demand for sustainable
initiatives. An April 2008 Deloitte survey12 of business travelers reports that 95% of respondents
believe the hotel industry should be undertaking green initiatives. Additionally,
38% of respondents made efforts to identify green hotels before traveling
60% of respondents voiced concern about globalwarming
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40% of respondents would be willing to spend more to stay at a green hotel
Related Studies/Projects
Local
Club Manila East, Taytay Rizal
Club Manila east is a premier getaway destination in the heart of the municipality of Taytay
Rizal. It was established year 1999 and is still on business. The resort hotel has the following
facilities:
1. Day tour cabanas (20p pax)
2. Resort hotel with fantasy lagoon
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9,100 sq. gigantic pool
3. Waterfalls, kayaks, surfbikes

4. Kiddie pool & 2 adult pool
5. 25m lap pool and bean pool
Room accommodations in Clum Manila East:
70 airconditioned room Vilkas with 4 pax per room = 280 pax
30 garden villa with 2 pax per room = 60 pax
The hotel resort has a total of 340 pax accommodations for stay in guests.
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Crown Regency Resort Boracay

Inspired by the element of water, Crown Regency Resort & Convention Center is an 8hectare property located at the Main Road Station 2, of the famed paradise island of Boracay. It
offers more fun in the sun with its impressive 1,800 - square meter water park-swimming pool
which flawlessly set with its 524 elegant units; 1,200 guest conference centers; signature
restaurants and all the amenities and services of a world-class facility for every discerning leisure
traveler. CRRCC is a splendid seclusion for those who are serious of about taking life, yet
desirous of only the best refinement.
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Giving You All You Need and More

Each of our air-conditioned spaces has 2 full-size posturepedic beds. You can comfortably laze
around while browsing through local and international channels with the 32-in LCD cable TV.
The private bath comes complete with hot and cold shower, and complimentary toiletries. You
may also opt to stay in one of our non-smoking rooms for added comfort.
A Comfort-Filled Experience
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We value your time, that's why we provide an expedited check-in and check-out system. We also
have high regard of your convenience. As proof, we have a concierge and 24-hour room service.
After your meetings, we will gladly take you around to experience the sun, surf, and sand. You
can start by enjoying the leisure tours available at Crown Regency Resort & Convention Center
Accommodation
524 Units upon completion in these classifications

Penthouse (Approx. 90 sqm)
Junior Suite (57.5 to 59 sqm)
Executive Deluxe (41.5 sqm)
Deluxe Suite (33.5 to 34.5 sqm)
Units are either Pool or Garden View
Penthouse unit has a private outdoor Jacuzzi
Boracay Water Adventures
1,800 sq.m. Swimming Pool

Wave Rider (the country's first surfing pool)
Kiddie Pool
Pool Slide
Oceanarium Tunnel Walk with Marine Show
Aquarium Oceanwalk
Aquarium Scuba Dive
Facilities
A convention center for 1,200pax

Lobby Lounge
Wang Shan Lo Chinese Restaurant
Ballroom and Function Rooms
Exhibit Halls
Pricelite Outlet Store
Fabulous Fifties Caf
Lush Garden and Aviary (Soon)
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Spa and Wellness Facility (Soon)

Adventure Park w/Team Building Facilities (Soon)
Services
Concierge
Laundry and Pressing Services
Transportation
Wake-up Calls
Housekeeping
Foreign Currency Exchange
Island Leisure Tours
Water Sport Activities
All major Credit Cards accepted
Amenities
Full bath with hot & cold water

Non-smoking Rooms
Check-in Time: 02:00 P.M.
Check-out Time: 12:00 P.M.
Two (2) Full-sized Posture-pedic beds
Air-conditioned Rooms with Kitchenette
In-room internet access (charges may apply)
32-inch LCD Cable TV with Remote
Foreign
Surf Snowdonia (Cowny Valley, N. Wales)
Surf Snowdonia is an exciting new surfing and water sports park to be built in the village
of Dolgarrog, in the beautiful Conwy Valley of North Wales. Set in the foothills of the Snowdonia
National Park, Surf Snowdonia will be a showcase for the Worlds first publicly accessible
Wavegarden artificial surfing lagoon. This revolutionary concept, which has fired the
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imagination of the Worlds surfers, generates powerful and consistent surfing waves, of varying
heights up to 6 feet, in a 300m long lagoon. It is ideal for all surfers, from grommets (beginners
both young and old) to professional surfers, and will be a fantastic family destination. Surf
Snowdonia will also play host to events, competitions and surf demos, giving the public access to
the Worlds top surfers.
Complementing the Wavegarden facility will be a range of other exciting attractions. Our
Hub building will feature a 50 metre long caf, restaurant and bar positioned immediately
alongside the surfing lagoon, whose glass front will allow visitors to enjoy food and drink whilst
watching the surfing action close-up. The catering facilities will be available to visitors who wish
merely to stop off for a drink and a snack, or perhaps a full meal, but who have no intention of
getting wet. Retail and changing facilities complete the Hub building offer. Other activities around
the site will include attractive rural landscaping, woodland trails, Wifi, outdoor play and events
spaces.
It is the worlds longest man-mad wave that creates ideal conditions for surfing and other
wave sports like body boarding, kayaking, and stand up paddling.
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(Public lounge)
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Standard wave sizes: between 1, 21, 9m

Length: 18 seconds surf ride
duration
Speed: generated in a safe, natural
environment
These waves are modifiable to
remain challenging for an elite
surfer and can be surfed by multiple
surfers
up
to
50-100
surfers
simultaneously.
Ballpark estimate for a wavegarden
installation 2.7-4.1 million USD
(205, 800, 000 PHP)
Wavehouse Sentosa, Singapore
Wavehouse Sentosa is a 70,000 sq. ft beachfront development that offers exhilarating wave
rides and ultimate beach lifestyle experience in Singapore. This development is now part of the
global surfers map with perfect famous 10 flowbarrel wave. The sheet waves pump water at a
high speed over stationary curved walls to generate barreling and smooth waves.
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Chapter 3
I.3 Research Methodology

This chapter is done by multiple methods of data collection. The descriptive study method and
techniques used herein will be further discussed throughout this chapter. All the information
needed for this proposed thesis project came from the compilation of researches and investigation
conducted by the researcher.
I.3.1 Research Design

The Descriptive survey method will be used to obtain the data needed in the study.
Descriptive method is designed for the researcher to gather information about the present existing
conditions of Resort hotels. It aims to present data collected without changing the environment to
demonstrate relationships and to explore the causes of particular phenomena. It presents existing
conditions as it exists at the time of the study. This method is useful in describing the characteristics
of a large population. No other method of observation can provide this general proficiency.
The study will be conducted in World-class Resort Facilities on the local and international
scene. The study aims to evaluate the hotel condition and adequacy of service in such facilities to
know the viability of the proposal.
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I.3.1.1.1 Data Gathering
1.3.a Tourism in Camarines Sur
Camarines Sur was one of the most sought after province in the Philippines and the
increasingly popular tourist area. The following are The Camarines Sur Famous Destinations and
Events that benefits tourism industry of the province.
Tinagba Festival, February 11, Iriga City
A tradition of the first harvest offering coinciding on the feast day of Our Lady of Lourdes. Derived
from the early rituals of the ancient Bicolanos offering their harvest to their own gods as a form of
thanksgiving and to seek favor for a more bountiful harvest throughout the year. A long parade of
colorfully and grandiosely decorated bull and carabao carts, carrying newly harvested crops,
ending with a mass before the Emerald Grotto at Calvary Hills. Here all the offerings are blessed,
then distributed to indigent families.
Harana Festival (Karantahan nin Pagranga), Feb. 11-15, San Jose
Held in the municipality of San Jose, the festival feature local talents and young artists in its efforts
to promote cultural awareness, tourism development and youth empowerment in the District of
Partido. Highlighted by the Bicol Love Song Choral Competition. Other activities are lined up to
drumbeat the affair.
Karanowan Festival, Feb. 15, Bato
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This fish-tival was derived from a local dialect "Ranow" meaning lake, spawned of giving
significance to the beautiful Lake Bato, which is teemed with numerous species of fishes such as
the well-known "tabios", tilapia nilotica, carp, eel and many others.
Baybayon Festival, April 15-17, Sagay
A summer festival held at the beach-side in Sagay town in the Partido district in the province of
Camarines Sur.
Lagonoy Kadahoman Festival, April 24-May 1
Kadahoman came from the Bicolano term "dahom" meaning beautiful or good. The week-long
celebration showcases the beauty and rich historical/cultural heritage of the town. Features are
cultural presentation, native foods galore, songwriting and logo making contest, nature trekking
and many more.
Tumatarok Festival, May 1, Minalabac
Considered as one of the most colorful and interesting fiestas in the Bikol region which takes place
at the old, sleepy town of Minalabac . The Tumatarok Festival is celebrated every 11th of May
which is done in honor of their two patron saints, Sts. Philip and James. Main highlights of the
festive occasion include the evening tide fluvial procession where colorful floating pagodas crowd
along the banks of the Bikol River ; the religious dancing of little boys who are called here as the
Tumatarok ni San Felipe-San Tiago or the Rice Planters of Sts. Philip and James. These little boys,
ages 8 to 11, sing the traditional Bikol hymn to the two saints. Likewise, after the celebration of
the mass the next morning, the ten tumatarok once again performed another ritual, this time a
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sacred dance, in the sanctuary of the Church. It was said that their dance was a prayer to God,
thanking Him for blessing upon the coming rice planting season which then and even now is the
main source of income to many Minalabacueos.
May Ilaoud Festival, May 1, Milaor
A summer festival in Milaor to commemorate the Foundation Anniversary and Feast Day of St.
Joseph the Worker. Various colorful activities are featured to boost local tourism.
Boa-Boahan Festival, May 1, Nabua
Boa-Boahan Festival coincides with the town fiesta of Nabua. The highlight of the affair is the reenactment of the 13th century pagan rites which is enriched by colorful costumes. The rite is a
dramatic revival of the traditional boa feast during the pre-Spanish era where pagans believed that
the chains of coconut embryos called "Boa" are offered to their old deities
Balik Caramoan, May 1-8, Caramoan
A week-long celebration coinciding with the town's fiesta, to showcase the wealth of wonders
(WOW) of Caramoan Peninsula. Various exciting activities are lined-up to welcome the returning
Caramoanons who now resides-in varioius parts of the globe. It aims to forge greater unity and
cooperation and encourage Balikbayans for possible tourism and trade-related investments.
Santacruzan Festival, May, Camarines Sur
A May celebration, Santa Cruzan in Camarines Sur is noted for its resplendent procession which
is usually observed during nighttime. Beautiful and young Reynas in their glittered gowns parade
around the town reminding the locals of the travails encountered by St. Elena in her search for the
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Holy Cross thousands of centuries ago. This one noted tradition has its beginnings rooted down
from the Spanish regime. In the modern day celebration of Santa Cruzan, a nine-day novena is
celebrated in honor of the Sta. Cruz (Holy Cross) enliven with Dotok and Lagaylay by
neighborhoods. Beautiful and decorative altars which are made out of banana stalk carved with
designs can be seen in every "istasyon" which is put up during the colorful celebration of the Santa
Cruzan.
Kaogma Festival, May 24-31, Camarines Sur
A week-long celebration of the of the foundation anniversary of the Province of Camarines Sur.
The festival features numerous activities such as cultural expositions, sports events, beauty pageant,
procession and Grand Parade.
Regatta Festival, August 7, Gainza
A week-long festivity in Gainza aimed to preserve its culture and tradition and to promote the area
as a tourist destination. Highlight is the boat race.
Pasa-Pasa Ikaw Festival, August 25-30, Pasacao
The festival showcases the Pasacao's rich cultural heritage forever reminding its people of the
significant contribution to the socio-economic development of the province of Camarines Sur and
the region in general.
Voyadores Festival, September-2nd Friday, Naga City
Voyadores Festival is a street dance reenactment on the transfer of the image of Our Lady of
Peafrancia from the Basilica to the Metropolitan Cathedral. Named after the male devotees
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(voyadores) who accompany and carry the Virgin's image in a procession called Translacion for a
novena at the Metropolitan Cathedral.
Peafrancia Festival, 3rd week of September, Naga City
A religious festival honoring the feast day of Our Lady of Peafrancia, Patroness of the Bicol
Region. The festivity begins on the second Friday of September when the Image of the Virgin of
Peafrancia is carried by hundreds of male devotees from her shrine to Naga Cathedral. Main
highlight is the ceremonial fluvial procession along the Naga River where her centuries old image
becomes an object of a stirring religious event.
Bamboo Festival, December 1, Bula
Old Bula town in the Rinconada district of the province makes way for a colorful December
celebration of the Bamboo Festival, giving way to the one of pride of this town which is the
bamboo plant where the name of the municipality is derived from.
Bikol Pastores Festival, December 20-24, Calabanga
This festival paves the ground for an array of cultural and sports highlights such as the following:
Panunuluyan, Larong Pinoy, Night with the Stars, Open Ballroom Dancing Competition, Search
for the Best Christmas Decorated Home, Balikbayan Night, Binibining Pastores Beauty Pageant,
Bikol Pastores Dance Competition, Mardi Gras, and the Senior's Citizen's Night. Through the
initiative and efforts made by the mayor of Calabanga and the Municipal Tourism Council, the
Bikol Pastores festival has staged its first region-wide colorful presentation of Christmas carols,
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dances and symbols last December 24 to 31 of last year. December 26, 27 and 28 had been declared
as non-working holidays through Proclamation No. 36 dated December 13, 2002.
Kamundagan Festival, December, Naga City
A month-long activity during the month of December in celebration of the Advent season. Belen
contests, trade fairs, regatta, carabao race, Miss Naga City Beauty Pageant and tricycle race are
some of the activities featured during the festival.
These events are some of the sources of large number of tourist arrivals in Camarines Sur
each year. To give some background of the study, tables are presented to show potentials of the
proposed project.
The following information or data below were based on the survey done by National
Statistical Coordination Board (NSCB) on 2012. This was taken from the official website of NSCB.
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Table 1. International Tourist Arrivals by Country, 2008-2010
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Table 2. Volume of tourists in major destinations in the Philippines, Phil 2012
Table 3. Volume of Tourists in major destinations in the Philippines (Rank), 2008-2010
Growth in hotels has remained largely ties to established destinations. Of 9273 new hotel
rooms approved for Board of Investments (BOI) and Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA)
incentives by the DoT between 2010 and 2014, 8135 are billed for Metro Manila. In Cebu and
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Bohol, both major destinations in their own right, just 558 and 549 rooms are eligible, respectively,
and Bicol, adjacent to the Philippines top performing destination, Camarines Sur, has just 31. The
hotel industry as a whole was hit hard by the global downturn and the event s of 2010. Sseing a
sustained drop in occupancy rates. The rapid expansion billed for the intervening years to 2016
has been welcomed by many, but is expected to see a further reduction in occupancy rates as
competition in the market heats up.
I.3.1.1 Research Design: Case Study

Knowing that Camarines Surs potential for hotel industry, a case study is done to see if
the province has already taken practice of global standard hotels for the growing number of tourists.
a walk-in observation to the facility, defining, identifying and confirming the problematic areas of
the facility. The study comprises of ocular site interviews, and photo-documentation of the facility
making it as a reliable source in identifying the needs in the facility.
Based on studied investigation from the Related Literature and case study from Local and
Foreign, collected Historical Background, interviews from reliable sources and experiencing the
facility through site visit, the researcher studied the Camarines Sur Watersports Complex and
neighboring hotels in Cadlan, Pili, Camarines Sur. Camsur Watersports Complex, also known as
CWC, is one of the major tourist destination in Camarines Sur, and also one of the reason for the
large number of tourist arrivals in the province.
CWC is located inside the Provincal Capitol Complex in Cadlan, Pili, Camarines Sur.
According to the Provincial Capitol Planning Department, CWC is originally planned by the
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government as a housing project, but due to the potentials of Camsurs tourism, they decided to
make it a tourist destination. CWC is a watersports park designed for wakeboarding, wakeskating
and waterskiing. The province of Camarines Sur, situated in southeastern part of Luzon is found
in the Philippines, Southeast Asia.
Figure 1.
Camsur Watersport Complex (CWC) is not your ordinary wakeboarding site as this place
has become the Philippines and Asias mecca of the vastly growing water sport. There are many
reasons that confirm its lofty billing, and one of which is the state-of-the art facilities sprawling in
the six-hectare land. Arguably the most popular watersport site in the country, CWC boasts of a
six-point cable ski system, an unmatched scheme that is sure to draw top level tournaments.
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However, after being established on 2006, CWC is starting to lose its appeal as the facility is
obviously not maintained. CWC accommodation facilities are within walking distance from the
wakeboarding site. These are the Ecovillage, the Governors Mansion, several cabanas, luxury
villas and suites.
Figure 2. Site Development of CWC
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Figure 3. Public lounge
Figure 4. Main lobby of CWC
Figure 5. Green containers (Single 2pax )
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Figure 6. Red containers (Family 4 pax )
Container rooms shows a little age considering the complex opened only in 2006, a little.
Inside the rooms, there are water marks on the ceiling and walls (Figure 7&8) ; and, the screen
door do not close properly. Right now, CWC is renovating such facilities to provide enhanced
tourist experience.
Figure 7. Interior wall of green container

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Figure 8.
Figure 9. Cabana room type
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If you look closely, the roof is peeling and old, and chipping away (Figure 9). Due to many
environmental factors, and installation quality, the roof shingles may defy the predictions of
longevity one way or the other.
Figure 9. Eating area adjacent to the main wakeboarding area
CWC only have one eating area with a maximum capacity of 50-60 users. According to
the staff, this area is crowded especially on peak seasons (March-May).
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Figure 10. Public toilet near eating area
Figure 11. Ceiling of public toilet
Public toilets near the eating area has 2 cubicles and 1 lavatory results to a long queue lines
especially for peak seasons. There are also watermarks on the ceiling of the toilet, and broken light
bulbs due to poor maintenance.
Figure 12. Winch park ramp with a

breath taking view of Mt. Isarog
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There is a beginners winch park, where you can practise standing up on a straight run, and
its also possible to use a kneeboard on the main course. Although it is still working, the ramps
looks discouraging.
From the ocular observation, through site visits conducted and walk through. The
proponent put an emphasis on the circulation of the identified users through the behavioral patterns
of the users in the water sports complex.
TOURIST (Checking In):
TOURIST (One day visit):
I.3.2 Population and Sampling

I.3.2.1 Sample Population
The sample of the population of this study stood at 100 tourists in CWC; 34 foreign and 66
local tourists, and 15 CWC Staff, gave a total of 115 respondents.
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I.3.2.2 Sampling Techniques
A stratified random sampling procedure was used for selecting the participants in
this study. This technique was employed to ensure a fairly equal representation of the
variables for the study. The stratification was based on the tourist arrivals and the tourist
destinations in Pili, Camarines Sur.
I.3.3. Research Instruments
This part of the study uses research instruments such as an interview schedule and
observation. Different samples are collected from different group of people which will be
discussed below.
The researcher used the formula for getting the number of respondents for a resort hotel.
The approximate number of users in a water sport resort facility was based on the number of users
in Camarines Sur Watersports Complex (CWC). The researcher used a 98 % confidence level for
its computation in getting the sample size to be able to get a smaller margin of error. The population
of the respondents was based on the approximate number of resort hotel users during the weekends
(Saturdays and Sundays) because the said time frame gives the facility more tourist arrivals
Approximate number of tourist arrivals in Camsur Watersports Complex: 500

Computation for sample size:
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N=
500
(1+500 (10.982 ))
N= 24.04 ~ 25 respondents
I.3.3.1 Research Instrument: Interview Schedule
The researcher designed an interview schedule as one of the data collection instrument for
this study. The tourists in CWC were interviewed, and other tourists samples gathered through
online survey. The interview questions (see Appendix I) were aimed at eliciting relevant
information concerning a globally competitive hotel resort accommodations in Pili, Camarines Sur.
Questions relating to methodology and material for an efficient eco-sport resort hotel design as
well as possible strategies that could be adopted to enhance green building strategies in Camarines
Sur were asked during the interview agenda.
The questionnaire has three sections: A, B, and C:
Section A, is on personal data of the respondents;
Section B, is on the needs and wants of tourists on present-day. It has a total of 4 items;
Finally, section C which has 10 items contains questions about Camarines Sur and the
existing conditions thereof.
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Appendix 1.
Contemporary Resort Hotel in Camarines Sur

This survey intends to know the viability of a smart and sustainable development in CamSur that is also world class.
* Required
Age *
16-20
21-25
26-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65-older
Gender
Male
Female
Other:
Local tourist or Foreign tourist *
(Local tourists are the ones residing in the Philippines)
Local tourist
Foreign tourist
Where do you live?
Occupation
Professional
Unemployed
Student
How often do you take vacation?
Always
Sometimes
Never
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Other
What are your favorite destinations when you're in a vacation?
I go to resort
I go to the beach
I go to hotels
I play sports
I go to malls
Other:
How often do you visit beach resort hotels?
Always
Sometimes
Never
Other:
What do you look for in a good resort hotel?
World class facilities
Accommodation
Cost
Offers fun activies (e.g surfing)
Quality of service
All of the above
Other:
Have you visited CamSur? *
(Camarines Sur, Bicol Region)
Yes!
I want to!
Not yet
Other:
How often you want to visit CamSur? *
Always
Sometimes
Never
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What are the best tourist destination in CamSur that you want to stay in?
(Tourist destination with accommodation)
Camsur Watersports Complex
Caramoan
Sabang Beach
Other:
Does Camsur have world-class facilities when it comes to accommodation?

Yes
A little
No
Maybe
How are accommodation in Camsur on present day?
Very Satisfactory
Satisfactory
Dissatisfactory
Very dissatisfactory
Neither satisfactory nor dissatisfacory
Would you visit frequently if CamSur has world class accommodation facilities?
Yes
Maybe
No
Other
Do you want an eco-resort hotel in CamSur?
(Eco-resort is a resort with environmental and green architecture approaches)
Yes
Maybe
No
Other
Do you want to see something new in CamSur in response to its blooming tourism?
Yes
Maybe
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No
Other
What are the activities do you want to see in CamSur? *
(perhaps another tourist destination you wanted to see in the province. Others; provide on "other" section)
Artificial surfing lagoon
Garden Resort & Spa
Man-made beach resort
Other:
What do you think about an anoher watersport facility in CamSur to supplement existing tourist
destinations in Camarines Sur? *
Great idea!
Let's see if it will work
Bad idea
Other:
I.3.3.1 Research Instrument: Observation

This part of the study is conducted when data gathered from questionnaires are inadequate.
Observation methods are useful for the researcher as it provides evidence with ways to check for
nonverbal expression of feelings of respondents. Participant observation lets researchers to verify
definitions of terms that respondents use in interviews, observe actions that informants may be
unable or unwilling to share when doing so would be misguided, insensitive, or, impolite and
observe situations respondents have described in interviews, thereby making them aware of biases
or inaccuracies in explanation provided by those interviewed.
With the data gathered through these instruments, the proposed Smart and Sustainable
Resort Hotel was made possible.
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Chapter 4
I.4 Summary of Findings and Analysis
This chapter shall discuss the findings obtained from the primary instrument used in the
study. It shall discuss the characteristics of the respondents, their behavior, and the efficiency of
accommodations in Camarines Sur. In order to simplify the discussions, the researcher provided
tables and graphs that summarize the collective reactions of the respondents.
I.4.1 Presentation of Collected Data
In this chapter the results of the data analysis are presented. The data were collected and
then processed in response to the problems posed in chapter 1 of this study. The findings presented
in this chapter demonstrate the potential for merging theory and practice.
Figure 13. Local and Foreign Tourist Arrivals In Camarines Sur
Figure 14. Overall Average Length of Stay of Visitors (in nights) 2000-2010
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Local tourists in Camarines Sur are considerably higher than that of the Foreign visitors.
Studies show that the percentage of the foreign nationals are mostly into the sport of wakeboarding
and some are wakeboarding enthusiasts.
Summary of Online Survey Data

The following charts and findings are the results of the conducted survey from the 22nd of
November 2014 until the 26th of November 2014.
The survey had 45 respondents that aged from 16 and above, professionals, unemployed
and students.
USER PROFILE
The majority of the respondents are aged 21-25 with 20 % of the total 45 respondents
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The majority of respondents are Females with 26 % of the total 45 respondents
Local tourists make up of 26% of the 45 respondents
Where do you live?

Foreign Tourists
Local Tourists
Marbella, Spain
Saskatchewan, Canada
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Matsusaka, Japan
Singapore
Paraaque City, NCR

Tondo, Manila
San pedro laguna
Bacoor, Cavite
San Jose, Antique
Cainta, Rizal
Vito Cruz, Manila
Cubao, Quezon City
Mexico, Pampanga
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Majority are Professionals with 22 % and Students with 21%
Majority takes vacation sometimes, but close enough to people who always take vacation.
The difference is 2%.
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Most of the respondents chose resorts, beach, and sports as their favorite destinations when
they take a vacation.
Most of the respondents answered always when asked how often they visit beach resort
supporting the above question.
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Most of the respondents chose all of the above as a characteristic of a good resort hotel
Most of the respondents have visited CamSur.
Most of the respondents would always want to visit CamSur.

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Most of the respondents chose CamSur Watersports Complex as their favorite destination
in CamSur
Most of the respondents think Camsur have a little or maybe when asked if CamSur have
world-class facilities
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Most of the respondents answered satisfactory for the accommodations in CamSur on

present day, while dissatisfactory running second with 13% on the online survey.
Most of the respondents answered Yes would visit if CamSur has world-class facilities
Majority answered Yes for an eco-resort hotel in CamSur.
Majority answered Yes they want to see something new in CamSur

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Most of the respondents answered aritificial surfing lagoon
- Most of the respondents think its a great idea to have another water sports facility in CamSur to
supplement the existing CamSur Watersports Complex.
I.4.2 Need Analysis

Based on the summary of findings and analysis, the researcher identified the needs and
wants of tourists and its relation to the proposed development.
The survey had 45 respondents that aged from 16 and above, professionals, unemployed
and students. Majority of which is professionals and students who sometimes take vacation. Their
favorite thing to do when they are in a vacation is to play sports, go to resorts, and beaches. When
it comes to guest experience, a good resort hotel should consider of the ff.:: (1) world-class facility,
(2) accommodation,
(3) cost, (4) fun activities (e.g sports), (5) quality of service. These
respondents have visited Camarines Sur, and would always want to go back. Their favorite
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destination in Camarines Sur is Camsur Watersports Complex (CWC), and they think the
accommodation is satisfactory. When they are asked if they like a world-class facility and an ecoresort in Camarines Sur, they answered yes. The respondents also want to see something new in
the province in response to its sprawling tourism needs. When the respondents are asked what
facility do they want to see in the province, majority answered Artificial surfing lagoon as a
supplemental facility to the existing CamSur Watersports Complex. The respondents also
answered that a water sports facility would be a great idea.
I.4.3 Qualitative or Quantitative Analysis

It was supported in the research findings that one of the tourist destination in the Province
of Camarines Sur is now experiencing a decline of Customer/User Satisfaction. Respondents such
as tourists and locals from the province suggests for a new development like the Camsur
Watersports Complex or any new development that will serve as an additional tourist spot in the
province. Research shows the opportunity and potentials of a new tourist destination in one of the
most visited place in the Philippines.
From the gathered data, the researcher found out that the users and tourists are very positive
in the potentials of the province of Camarines Sur. As the researcher revealed, the favorite tourist
destination in the province is now experiencing decline and now on the state of renovation. With
that, the province will be having an increase of tourists once the renovation has finished. The
researched also established from the gathered data that tourists wanted to see a new watersport
facility as Camsur has been also established for its water sports development; with wakeboarding
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being know on the province, the researcher attested from the survey the wants of the tourists, and
that is an artificial surfing lagoon. This development will cater not only watersport enthusiasts, but
also families and individuals who wants to spend their vacation away from their busy daily
schedules.
Moreover, the analysis shows that the province dont have enough outstanding facility.
Respondents wants a facility that is world-class, has good accommodation, has reasonable price,
offers fun activities and has a good quality of service.
I.4.4 Conclusion and Recommendations
I.4.4.1 Conclusion
After the collection of data and analysis, the researcher found out that this proposal is
feasible. The respondents viewed the project to be a great idea with some worrying about other
factors which the researcher already had the solution. The gathered data from more than the
number of respondents computed based from the formula for getting the respondents, gave a
positive outcome illustrating that there is a large percentage of need that this proposal is possible
considering the stated problems and objectives of the study. The design will contribute to the users
and will be profitable to the municipality of the proposed site through the enhanced patronage it
will get. The proposed facility will be suitable to the users because of the data gathered from said
respondents.
Based on the data gathered by the researcher, a need for a globally competitive resort hotel
facility is established to supplement the tourist attractions in the province and further draw more
foreign visitors by means of providing a hotel resort that is of global standard. Camarines Sur being
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on the 3rd spot of the most visited place in the Philippines, lacks recreational facilities and tourist
destination that would further affect the overall standing of the Province when it comes to Tourism.
To maximize the effects of architecture to the environment, a world-class resort hotel with
maritime sport facility development is proposed to help promote the number one source of income
of the locals in the province showcasing the environs while providing a luxurious development.
I.4.4.2 Recommendation
The proposed project must be suitable and meet the needs of the site and its environment
and must take into consideration potentials of the site. Since it has a backdrop of the famous
mountain in Camarines Sur which is the Mount Isarog, it must make sure to use its potentials and
work on designing the structure in a way that it blends well on its natural setting. It must be
designed well enough so it will attain appropriate architectural planning. It must be large enough
to accommodate a certain number of users through a projected time. The project must also be
aimed according to provisions.
Chapter II Research Focus

In this chapter, the thesis proponent starts from the view of a common set of principles and
focuses on the range of boundaries and design ideologies. This will be applied to the working title
chosen by the proponent, which is the Proposed Contemporary Resort Hotel with Maritime Sports
Facility in Camarines Sur. In this chapter, the proponent will state its significance to its recipients.
Chapter II.1 Rationale
This study is conducted for the proposed Contemporary Hotel & Resort. Studies of logical
basis will be presented by the proponent. The researcher aims to propose a Resort Hotel facility in
Camarines Sur. This study intents to recognize green design and construction practices that will
not only provide a green, luxurious environment but also enhance the tourism in a first class urban
municipality.
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The research focus aims to improve the current structure of a contemporary resort hotel
particularly in the province of Camarines Sur in accordance to energy efficiency and its ability to
be a sustainable structure.
Studies show that if new buildings in the Philippines were required to follow ecologicallysound building standards starting 2015, businesses and consumers can save up to P35.2 billion
($800 million) by 2030 as stated by the DPWH as estimates when it stated their objective to partake
the Green Building Code approved by DPWH Secretary Rogelio Singson. The code will be a
greenified version of the current National Building Code of the Philippines which put down
standards on all facets of building construction, generally to ensure safety and integrity of a
building and focuses primarily on sorts of buildings that can be used to lessen electricity
consumption, water consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Commercial buildings are
identified to consume 36% annual national energy consumption. When this code is implemented,
it can save up to 4 million megawatts per hour of electricity by 2030.
Chapter II.2 Principles and Relevance to the Project

Fundamental Principles of Green Building and Sustainable Site Design (http://www.epa.gov/)
Key Principles: (Sustainable Site Design)
Minimize urban sprawl and needless destruction of valuable land, habitat and green space,
which results from inefficient low-density development. Encourage higher density urban
development, urban re-development and urban renewal, and brownfield development as a means
to preserve valuable green space. Preserve key environmental assets through careful examination
of each site. Engage in a design and construction process that minimizes site disturbance and which
values, preserves and actually restores or regenerates valuable habitat, green space and associated
eco-systems that are vital to sustaining life.
Key Strategies and Technologies: (Sustainable Site Design)
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Make more efficient use of space in existing occupied buildings, renovate and re-use
existing vacant buildings, sites, and associated infrastructure and consider re-development
of brownfield sites. Design buildings and renovations to maximize future flexibility and
reuse thereby expanding useful life.
When new development is unavoidable, steer clear of sites that play a key role in the local
or regional ecosystem. Identify and protect valuable greenfield and wetland sites from
development.
Recognize that allowing higher density development in urban areas helps to preserve
green space and reduce urban sprawl. Invest time and energy in seeking variances and
regulatory reform where needed.
Evaluate each site in terms of the location and orientation of buildings and improvements
in order to optimize the use of passive solar energy, natural daylighting, and natural breezes
and ventilation.
Make best use of existing mass transit systems and make buildings and sites pedestrian
and bike friendly, including provisions for safe storage of bicycles. Develop programs and
incentives that promote car-pooling including preferred parking for commuters who
carpool. Consider making provisions for re-fueling or recharging alternative fuel vehicles.
Help reduce the urban heat island effect by reducing the building and site development
footprint, maximizing the use of pervious surfaces, and using light colored roofs, paving,
and walkways. Provide natural shading of buildings and paved areas with trees and other
landscape features.
Reduce impervious areas by carefully evaluating parking and roadway design. Pursue
variances or waivers where local ordinances may unintentionally result in the over-design
of roadways or parking.
Optimize the use of on-site storm water treatment and ground water recharge. Minimize
the boundaries of the construction area, avoid needless compaction of existing topsoil, and
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provide effective sedimentation and silt control during all phases of site development and
construction.
Use landscape design to preserve and restore the regions natural habitat and heritage
while emphasizing the use of indigenous, hardy, drought resistant trees, shrubs, plants and
turf.
Help reduce night-time light pollution by avoiding over-illumination of the site and use
low cut-off exterior lighting fixtures which direct light downward, not upward and outward.
Key Principles: (Water Quality and Conservation)

Preserve the existing natural water cycle and design site and building improvements such
that they closely emulate the sites natural pre-development hydrological systems. Emphasis
should be placed on retention of storm water and on-site infiltration and ground water recharge
using methods that closely emulate natural systems. Minimize the unnecessary and inefficient use
of potable water on the site while maximizing the recycling and reuse of water, including harvested
rainwater, storm water, and gray water.
Key Strategies and Technologies: (Water Quality and Conservation)
Recognize that the least costly, least time consuming and most environmentally
preferable design for site and storm water management is often the one in which the design
of buildings and site improvements respect the existing natural flows and features of the
land, instead of designing the building and site improvements with total disregard for the
site, which results in needless, extensive, disruptive, costly and time consuming excavation
and earthmoving.
Conduct a thorough site assessment and strategically locate buildings and site
improvements so as to preserve key natural hydrological features. Special effort should be
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made to preserve areas of the site that serve as natural storm water retention and ground
water infiltration and recharge systems. Preserve existing forest and mature vegetation that
play a vital role in the natural water cycle by absorbing and disbursing up to 30% of a sites
rainwater through evapo-transpiration.
Minimize the buildings footprint, site improvements and construction area, and minimize
excavation, soil disturbance and compaction of existing topsoil as this soil in its natural
uncompacted state serves a vital role in absorbing and storing up to 80% of natural rainfall
until it can be absorbed by vegetation or enter the sites natural sub-surface ground water
system.
Design and locate buildings and site improvements to optimize use of low-impact storm
water technologies such as bio-retention, rain gardens, open grassy swales, pervious
bituminous paving, pervious concrete paving and walkways, constructed wetlands,
living/vegetated roofs, and other technologies that support on-site retention and ground
water recharge or evapo-transpiration. Storm water that leaves the site should be filtered
and processed naturally or mechanically to remove trash and debris, oil, grit and suspended
solids. Use hold and release technologies such as dry retention ponds only as a last resort
as these technologies do not preserve the natural water cycle, have little or no benefit in
terms of ground water recharge and result in needless additional site disturbance.
Establish a water budget for the building and implement a design that minimizes the use
of potable water by using low-flow plumbing fixtures and toilets and waterless urinals.
Harvest, process and recycle rainwater, site storm water, and building gray water and
identify appropriate uses within the building and site. Use on-site treatment systems that
enable use of rain water for hand washing, gray water for toilet flushing, rain and storm
water for site irrigation, cooling tower make-up and other uses.
Conserve water and preserve site and ground water quality by using only indigenous,
drought resistant and hardy trees, shrubs, plants and turf that require no irrigation,
fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides.
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Key Principles: (Energy and Environment)
Minimize adverse impacts on the environment (air, water, land, natural resources) through
optimized building siting, optimized building design, material selection, and aggressive use of
energy conservation measures. Resulting building performance should exceed minimum
International Energy Code (IEC) compliance level by 30 to 40% or more. Maximize the use of
renewable energy and other low impact energy sources.
Key Strategies and Technologies: (Energy and Environment)
Optimize passive solar orientation, building massing and use of external shading devices
such that the design of the building minimizes undesirable solar gains during the summer
months while maximizing desirable solar gains during winter months.
Optimize building orientation, massing, shape, design, and interior colors and finishes in
order to maximize the use of controlled natural day lighting which significantly reduces
artificial lighting energy use thereby reducing the buildings internal cooling load and
energy use. Consider the use of light shelf technology.
Use high performance low-e glazing, which can result in significant year round energy
savings. Consider insulated double glazing, triple glazing or double pane glazing with a
suspended low-e film.
Selective coatings offer optimal light transmittance while providing minimal solar gain and
minimal heat transmission. Window frames, sashes and curtain wall systems should also
be designed for optimum energy performance including the use of multiple thermal breaks
to help reduce energy use.
Optimize the value of exterior insulation and the overall thermal performance of the
exterior envelope assembly. Consider advanced/high performance envelope building
systems such as structural insulated panel systems (SIPS) and insulated concrete form
systems (ICFs) that can be applied to light commercial and institutional buildings. SIPS
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and ICFs and other thermally decoupled envelope systems will offer the highest energy
performance.
Use energy efficient T-8 and T-5 bulbs, high efficiency electronic ballasts, and lighting
controls. Consider using indirect ambient lighting with workstation based direct task
lighting to improve light quality, reduce glare and improve overall energy performance in
general office areas. Incorporate sensors and controls and design circuits so that lighting
along perimeter zones and offices can be switched off independently from other interior
lights when daylighting is sufficient in perimeter areas.
Use state-of-the art, high efficiency, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)
and plumbing equipment, chillers, boilers, and water heaters, etc. Use variable speed drives
on fan and pump motors. Use heat recovery ventilators and geothermal heat pump
technology for up to 40% energy savings.
Avoid the use of HCFC and Halon based refrigeration, cooling and fire suppression
systems. Optimize the use of natural ventilation and where practical use evaporative
cooling, waste heat and/or solar regenerated desiccant dehumidification or absorption
cooling. Identify and use sources of waste energy.
Use Energy Star certified energy efficient appliances, office equipment, lighting and
HVAC systems.
Consider on-site small-scale wind, solar, and/or fuel cell based energy generation and cogeneration. Purchase environmentally preferable green power from certified renewable
and sustainable sources.
Key Principles: (Indoor Environmental Quality)
Provide a healthy, comfortable and productive indoor environment for building occupants
and visitors. Provide a building design, which affords the best possible conditions in terms of
indoor air quality, ventilation, thermal comfort, access to natural ventilation and daylighting, and
effective control of the acoustical environment.
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Key Strategies and Technologies: (Indoor Environmental Quality)
Use building materials, adhesives, sealants, finishes and furnishings which do not contain,
harbor, generate or release any particulate or gaseous contaminants including volatile
organic compounds.
Maximize the use of natural daylighting. Optimize solar orientation and design the
building to maximize penetration of natural daylight into interior spaces. Provide shades
or daylight controls where needed.
Maximize the use of operable windows and natural ventilation. Provide dedicated
engineered ventilation systems that operate independently of the buildings heating and
cooling system. Ventilation systems should be capable of effectively removing or treating
indoor contaminants while providing adequate amounts of fresh clean make-up air to all
occupants and all regions of the building. Monitor indoor air conditions including
temperature, humidity and carbon dioxide levels, so that building ventilation systems can
respond when space conditions fall outside the optimum range.
Provide a smoke free building. When smoking must be accommodated, provide
completely dedicated smoking areas are physically isolated, have dedicated HVAC
systems, and remain under negative pressure with respect to all adjoining spaces. Assure
that air from smoking areas does not get distributed to other areas of the building does not
re-enter the building through doors or vestibules, operable windows, or building fresh air
intakes.. Locate outdoor smoking areas so that non-smokers do not have to pass through
these areas when using primary building entrances or exits.
Design building envelope and environmental systems that not only treat air temperature
and provide adequate ventilation, but which respect all of the environmental conditions
which affect human thermal comfort and health, including the mean radiant temperature of
interior surfaces, indoor air humidity, indoor air velocity, and indoor air temperature.
Following these principles and providing a building that is also responsive to seasonal
variations in desirable indoor humidity levels, air velocity, and mean radiant temperatures
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can also result in significant energy savings as improved occupant comfort results in less
energy intensive operation of the buildings air-side heating and cooling system.
Maximize occupant health, comfort and performance by providing occupants with
individual space/zone control of heat, ventilation, cooling, day-lighting and artificial
lighting whenever possible.
Prevent contamination of the building during construction. Take steps to minimize the
creation and spreading of construction dust and dirt. Prevent contamination of the building
and the buildings heating, cooling and ventilation systems during the construction process.
Protect construction materials from the elements so that they do not become damp, moldy
or mildewed.
Provide a clean and healthy building. Use biodegradable and environmentally friendly
cleaning agents that do not release VOCs or other harmful agents and residue. Prior to
occupancy install new air filters and clean any contaminated ductwork and ventilation
equipment. Use fresh outdoor air to naturally or mechanically purge the building of any
remaining airborne gaseous or particulate contaminants.
Key Principles: (Materials and Resources)
Minimize the use of non-renewable construction materials and other resources such as
energy and water through efficient engineering, design, planning and construction and effective
recycling of construction debris. Maximize the use of recycled content materials, modern resource
efficient engineered materials, and resource efficient composite type structural systems wherever
possible. Maximize the use of re-usable, renewable, sustainably managed, bio-based materials.
Remember that human creativity and our abundant labor force is perhaps our most valuable
renewable resource. The best solution is not necessarily the one that requires the least amount of
physical work.
Key Strategies and Technologies: (Materials and Resources)
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Optimize the use of engineered materials which make use of proven engineering
principles such as engineered trusses, composite materials and structural systems
(concrete/steel, other), structural insulated panels (stress skin panels), insulated concrete
forms, and frost protected shallow foundations which have been proven to provide high
strength and durability with the least amount of material.
Identify ways to reduce the amount of materials used and reduce the amount of waste
generated through the implementation of a construction waste reduction plan. Adopt a
policy of waste equals food whereby 75% or more of all construction waste is separated
for recycling and used as feedstock for some future product rather than being landfilled.
Implement an aggressive construction waste recycling program and provide separate,
clearly labeled dumpsters for each recycled material. Train all crews and subcontractors on
the policy and enforce compliance.
Identify ways to use high-recycled content materials in the building structure and finishes.
Consider everything from blended concrete using fly ash, slag, recycled concrete aggregate,
or other admixtures to recycled content materials such as structural steel, ceiling and floor
tiles, carpeting, carpet padding, sheathing, and gypsum wallboard. Consider
remanufactured office furniture and office partition systems, chairs and furniture with
recycled content or parts.
Explore the use of bio-based materials and finishes such as various types of agriboard
(sheathing and or insulation board made from agricultural waste and byproducts, including
straw, wheat, barley, soy, sunflower shells, peanut shells, and other materials). Some
structural insulated panels are now made from bio-based materials. Use lumber and wood
products from certified forests where the forest is managed and lumber is harvested using
sustainable practices. Use resource efficient engineered wood products in lieu of full
dimension lumber which comes from older growth forests.
Evaluate all products and systems used for their ability to be recycled when they reach
the end of their useful life. Preference should be given to products and systems that
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facilitate easy, non-energy intensive separation and recycling with minimal contamination
by foreign debris.
Recognize that transportation becomes part of a product or building materials embodied
energy. Where practical, specify and use locally harvested, mined and manufactured
materials and products to support the regional economy and to reduce transportation,
energy use and emissions.
Basic Principles of Hotel Interior Design (http://e.weibo.com/paulliudesign)

1. Functionality Functionality is emphasized because it is the key and foundation
for all interior designs. Possessing reasonable functionality ensures the success of
a hotel establishment. The defined functionality of a hotel determines its unique
characteristics different to other design projects.
2. Consistency Because of its versatile functionalities, a hotel project is different to
a single function design. There is only one principle in handling the relationship
among the varied types of functionalities consistency. This consistency cannot be
monochromatic duplication, instead it should be full of vitality and inter-related
personalities; organic, rich, and filled with hidden implications so that there is a
unique balance among its versatile functionalities. In short, it reflects a holistic
consistency.
3. Harmony Hotel is a place where people relax and rest. From the perspective of
aestheticism, a harmonious setting is most effective in achieving relaxation. From
the use of coordinated colour palette, harmonious spatial proportion, balance of
varied functionalities, consistency between interior space and architectural
infrastructure, down to the choice of furniture and fixture, the establishment of a
harmonious internal setting is the major principle hotels generally adopt.
4. Uniqueness There are numerous high class hotels around the world. How to make
this one different to the others is one of the major challenges confronting interior
designers and it identifies an outstanding design to the norm. the key to the success
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of a project lies in its unique personalities, attractions and originality. This requires
all rounded professional knowledge and wisdom from the interior designer.
5. Economical Like any other commercial design, the purpose of a hotel design is
to generate revenue. The role of the interior designer is to assist the property owner
to create the best value; and at the same time to reveal the true value of a designer.
The art of interior design involves the professional application of optimal utilization
of resources so that adorable spaces are created with minimal capital investment.
This basic principle applies to any, hotel designthe achievement of the best result
with the most reasonable resources. Cutting edge designs are vital to ensure a
forefront leadership role among similar projects in nearby locality during the
renovation period. And innovative design can also help minimize operational
expenses for the renovation.
Chapter II.3 Application to the Project

Data presented on Chapter II.2 will be used as a reference to relate on the proposed
contemporary resort hotel design. The researcher extends her research to green building principle
application and fundamental principles of a hotel design. This findings will be used on the design
process creating well-founded environmental objectives for the project. These design solutions
will be of help and implemented. Furthermore, as it has been known critical to make a decision
to build a green building, the proponent will only apply certain principles and not all.
Often the key to a cost operational green building and site planning are derived from the
inter relationships and related cost that exists between different building systems. The optimum
design key is one that efficiently follows all of the natural systems and situations of the predeveloped site.
The Key Strategies and Technologies that will be applied are based from Sustainable Site
Design, Water Quality and Conservation, Energy and Environment, Indoor Environmental
Quality, and Materials and Resources.
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Chapter III Site Identification and Analysis
The study provides valuable information for selecting the site based on opinions of
experts and criteria used by the researcher. The study ranks factors considered and its importance
for the prospective sites. The significance of selecting perfect locations is important because the
success or failure of a resort hotel depends on its location. This study identifies the important site
selection criteria for resort hotels.
Resort Planning
The modern concept of a resort is planned as an integrated development with
consideration given to its compatibility with the natural environment and possible benefits to
local communities. (Planning Resort, Online Dissertation)
Economic feasibility analysis: Analysis of the economic costs and benefits of a project t
the entire area, region or country. A project may generate overall positive economic benefits by
attracting tourists to the aream but not make a profit in itself
Financial Feasibility Analysis: The financial rate of return and profitability of a project
based only on its own costs and revenues.
Chapter III.1 Site Selection Process

The globalizing economy and the growing importance of technology is fundamentally
altering the requirements of an effective site selection decision. In choosing the most suitable site
for the proposal the thesis proponent considered three (3) site locations that the hotel & resort
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would cater. Often this infrastructure can also be developed to serve nearby communities as one
of the local benefits from the resort development.
Criteria for Site Selection
Choosing the right location and site for an attraction is essential to its future success.
Factors that will be taken into account and the weighting given to each factor will vary from one
attraction to another. However, a number of factors can be identified that will often be taken into
account, these criteria was based on an online dissertation from a research about criteria for
selecting site for attraction development. These includes:
Proximity to major centers of population
Transport networks and their reliability
The existence of other attractions in the area
The socioeconomic profile of the catchment area
The climate
The availability of utilities and infrastructure, such as electricity, water and a

range of local businesses that might act as suppliers for any new attraction
The amount of land available that will accommodate the size of the attraction
itself but will also provide enough room for future growth
The type and quality of land in terms of topography: e.g drainage
The cost of land
Planning policies or statutory controls on the use of land
The availability of appropriately skilled and experienced labor at an acceptable

cost
The attitude of the local community towards the proposed attraction
Building costs
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Labor relations and labor laws
Market-related criteria
Location Camarines Sur
Proximity to potential market Near Pili Airport (Foreign tourist arrivals

is one of the potential market)
Ease of access Good
Support facilities Towns, villages nearby
Competing facilities None
Other tourism development generators Camsur Watersports Complex

(CWC)
Physical criteria
Site aesthetics view of Mt. Isarog, varied flora and fauna
Water supply Pili Water District
Ability of land to support recreation development of man-made lagoon
Other criteria
Manpower availability and good labor relations functional managers

attracted from hotels and resorts
Availability and cost of land, zoning and regulation land supply: 5,266.8
sq.km. with 37 city/municipality
Socioeconomic features local support 1000 jobs; of host area/local

reaction environment enhanced
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Site Selection Factors
Identification of Site Selection Factors

The examples of the factors came from the study by Khan (1992; 1999)
Factors under position of site
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Factors under demographics
Factors under traffic information
Factors under competition
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Factors under Cost Consideration
Site Option Description (at least 3 sites)

Option 1: Pasacao, Camarines Sur
Soil Type: Clay Loam or Sandy Loam

Description: (Clay loam) Although these soils are difficult to work and manage, they usually have
good supplies of plant foods and lime. The main drawbacks are the high water holding capacity
(which means they are late to get going in spring) and the effort required to work them. You will
need to catch just the right weather conditions to avoid hard work and damage to the soil structure.
The use of heavy machinery (and especially rotavators) should be avoided at all costs, particularly
when the soil is wet. (Characteristics of different Soil types)
Site Location: Caranan, Pasacao Camarines Sur (See Appendix 2 for Tranfer Certificate of Title)
Along the rugged coast of the vast expanse of the Ragay Gulf in the east made it very important
to the economic and social life of the people of the region
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Site Accessibility:
Near Port of Pasacao
Major road on site connected to Main Road of Danao-Pasacao accessible to private and
PUVs (buses, jeepneys, van, tricycles)
Accessible via PNR (Pamplona Station)
Site Zoning: Agricultural Lot (Unirrigated)

Climate: The municipality belongs to the fourth distinct type of climate. Rainfall is evenly
distributed throughout the year with northeast monsoon prevailing in the area. The general
direction of the wind is characteristically from north to east from October to January and from
east to southeast from February to April and easterly from May to September. The area is
relatively dry from December to May and wet for the rest of the year. From February to May is
hot and dry season in the Philippines and Pasacao in particular.
Site Evaluation:
Pros: Near Caranan River (could be used as a surfing lagoon applying wavefoil technology)
Cons: 35.5 kilometers away from Naga Airport
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Appendix 2
Option 2: Pili, Camarines Sur

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Site Location: Palestina, Pili, Camarines Sur
Latitude
13.5417
Longitude
123.2861
Site Location: Palestina, Pili, Camarines Sur
(See Appendix 3 for Transfer Certificate Title; Appendix 4 for Technical Description of Site)
Site Evaluation:
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Site Accessibility: Site is very accessible for foreign tourist with the Pili International Airport
Major local transportation are either jeepneys or buses. Some barangays use motorcycles
(habal-habal).
Coastal barangays are likewise served by bancas that ply from the wharf near Naga City
to the barangays of Ponong, Barobaybay and Carigsa along the Bicol River and in the
estuarine areas. The Philippine National Railways have a night train service from Manila
called Mayon Limited. It arrives at Pili railway station at 5:58/5:59AM local time.
Site Zoning:
Utilities: Water supplied by newly established water system under the Pili Water District
(PIWAD). Power and electricity is supplied by the Camarines Sur Electric Cooperative
(CASURECO).
Option 3: Balatan, Camarines Sur

Site Location: Duran, Balatan, Camarines Sur
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NW: 397
SW: 4118
NE: 4119
SW: 4002
Technical description: N 7611 E, 88.26 M TO POINT 1, S 19.31 E, 411.02M. TO

POINT 4. S 40.19 W, 92.7M TO POINT 1. POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING AN
AREA OF NINE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED THIRTY NINE (9,939) SQUARE METERS,
CORNERS 1&2 MARKED ON THE GROUND BY PS, CTL CONC. 15 X 40 CM. AND THE
REST ARE MARKED
(See Appendix 5 for Tax Declaration of Real Property; Appendix 6 for Transfer Certificate Title;
Appendix 7 for Technical Description of Site)
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Appendix 6
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Site Accessibility:
Bus, van, and jeepney terminal.
Marine transportation facility operates through the existing Balatan Municipal Port of
Ragay Gulf.
Site Zoning Classification: Residential Level: 15%

Assessed Value:372,712.50
Utilities: Water supply is distributed under Level III and Level I water systems: Level III is
operated by the Balatan Water District; Level I water supply system consisting of either shallow
wells, deep wells or improved spring provides alternative water supply source.
Power and electricity:
95% of the total households in the municipality are now served with electricity
Barangays with electricity are serviced by CASURECO III
Communication facilities include the postal services, telegraph and telegraphic transfer
service facilities, and telephone services.
Site evalutation:
Pros: Near Balatan Beach, accessible to local tourists
Cons: The site is not large enough to house a huge watersport facility, not accessible to
foreign tourists
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Site Selection and Justification
Site Description
Pasacao is the first class municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines.
According to the 2010 census, it has a population of 45,946 people.
Pasacao was the slumbering "visita" and served as the only existing port of the Bicol
Region. The Spaniards who set foot in Bicol late in 16th century noted the importance of the
visita in their exploration. Pasacao became a strategic defense port against the raids by Moro
pirates from 1585 to 19th century. Due to frequent raids the town had an estimated population of
only 200 in 1823.
Vessels carrying goods and passengers made their starts or stop over here.
Notwithstanding the rough road to Pamplona, this town has been contributing to, a large degree,
in the economic development of the province of the Camarines Sur in particular.
Pasacao's strategic location along the rugged coast of the vast expanse of the Ragay Gulf
in the east made it very important to the economic and social life of the people of the region. The
proposal aims to create a tourist destination in Pasacao showcasing the natural beauty of the site
and develop a hotel resort development that is of international standards.
To uphold the main objectives of this study, the researcher chose Caranan, Pasacao in
Camarines Sur as the primary site.
Pasacao being a first urban municipality and showcases abundant site potentials greatly
meets the significance of this study.
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The site is suitable for the projects innovative vision because of its large available
parcels of land and continuing rise of different structures.
The site is very popular to the people for its excellent tourists attractions like Pasacao
beach, Mt. Isarog National park and Lake Buhi that the researcher finds to be a great
factor for the projects chosen site.
The site also has a great sea and sunset view with adequate wind breezes which are
perfect for the project.
The site is also very accessible from the foreign and local tourist arrivals because of
several modes of transportation available.
Site Justification
The site was chosen because it is surrounded bodies of water that greatly attract many
people and its ideal for the projects characteristics.
The researcher find the site a great location for the proposed project.
The chosen site has many promising spots and good environment surrounding it and is
kilometer away from Camarines Sur Watersports Complex facility that clearly has a
different function from this project and wouldnt be a threat as to its basic aim as it will
be of supplemental to the growing number of water sports enthusiasts in Camarines Sur.
The site covers more than 9.4 hectares of land that will be enough to provide the certain
needs in construction of the proposed project.
Itll be the next attraction not only in Caranan, Pasacao but may also be in Camarines
Sur.
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IRR of BP 344
An act to enhance the mobility of disabled persons by requiring certain buildings, institutions,
establishments and public utilities.
To install facilities and other devices.
4.1.1 Building and related structures to be constructed
a). At the space where the primary function is served and where facilities and ingress/egress of
the building or structure are located, as to make such space accessible to the disabled persons;
provided, however, that where the primary function can be served at the ingress level and where
such level is provided with facilities, requirements for accessibility at other levels may be
waived.
c). Ingress/egress from the street to the building or structure shall be made accessible.
d). Accessible slots in parking areas shall be located as near as possible to ingress/egress spaces
of the building or structure.
4.1.2 Building and related structures to be repaired or renovated including those proposed
for a change of occupancy If feasible , barrier-free facilities and accessibility and accessibility
features shall be provided in accordance with the requirements under Subsection 4.1.1 (1), (c)
and (d): feasibility of incorporation of barrier-free facilities and accessibility features shall be
determined from all the following conditions:
a). When the repair or renovation work is to be done in the space where the primary function is
served;
b). When the facilities can be made accessible at any other level which is accessible by means of
an elevator with a minimum width of 800 mm;
c). When the space allotted for the primary function will not be diminished by more than ten
percent (10%) of its original area;
d). When the capacity or strength of any major structural component, such as slabs, beams,
girders, columns, bearing walls and footing of the building or structure will not be diminished;
e). When the cost (exclusive of the exception provided below) of such repair or renovation work
is in excess of twenty percent (20%) of the total cost of the building or structure, based upon the
computation of permit fees as provided under Rule III of the Implementing Rules and
Regulations promulgated pursuant to P.D. 1096 entitled: The National Building Code of the
Philippines;
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f). When there is no legal constraint which would not allow compliance with these regulations:
EXCEPTION: Repair or renovation work which consists only of heating, ventilating and air
conditioning systems, including those which may be required only with respect to fire panic and
explosion safety for existing spaces, shall not be subject to the requirements for barrier-free
facilities and accessibility features.
Chapter III.2 Site Evaluation and Analysis

In this section contains the site evaluation process for developing contemporary resort
hotel. It will talk about the criteria for selecting a site, description of site options and
justifications for the chosen site.
A common approach to site evaluation is to first develop a description to ensure that all
relevant factors are considered. Essentially, it involves an evaluation of various factors that are
likely to impact to users of the resort hotel with maritime sport facility. A site evaluation of the
chosen site is done to show information about the selected location.
The chosen site was Caranan, Pasacao, Camarines Sur.
The Macro Setting: Pasacao, Camarines Sur
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Physical Characteristics
The province is geographically located in the central part of the Bicol peninsula which
forms the southeastern part of the Bicol peninsula which forms the southeastern part of the island
of Luzon. It is about 450 kilometers from Manila and is located between 14O 10' and 130 15'
North Latitude and between 1240 10' and 1220 40' East Longitude. It is bounded on the north by
the province of Quezon and Camarines Sur Norte, San Miguel Bay and the Pacific Ocean; on the
south by the province of Albay ; Lagonoy Gulf on the east; and on the west by Ragay Gulf.
Climate
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Land Use
The province is the largest among the six provinces of the Bicol Region with a land area
of 526, 682 hectares which is 29. 87% of the total regional area, and 1.75% of the total area of
the Philippines.
Demography
The province has a total of 1,822,371 population according
to 2010 Census of Population and has an annual population
growth of 162% from 2000 & 2010.
Land Area
The existing land use of the province may be classified

into 5 main categories which are:
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a.) Agricultural areas- areas devoted to agricultural such as irrigated and rain-fed areas, and lands
devoted to crops and fruit trees.
b.) Grassland/Shrubland- consists of grasses, shrubs and pasture lands.
c.) Forest land- includes primary and secondary forest lands and kaingin areas.
d.) Wet land areas- consist of mangrove, marshland and fishponds.
e.) Miscellaneous- areas occupied by residential/commercial/built-up uses, rivers/lakes, beaches,
rocks, volcanic ash and other uses.
Energy Resources
Topography
Camarines Sur is generally hilly and mountainous with flat central area known as Bikol
plain. It is generally flat at the midsection between mountain ranges with other small coastal
plains on the northeastern coast. These areas are circumscribed by rolling hills. Mangroves
and nipa swamps fro along both coasts of the province. The Caramoan peninsula is rough and
mountainous with an elevation as high as 904 meters above sea level.
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The ravines are deep and steep slopes are covered only by cogon. The Ragay coast is
hilly and rolling. Mt. Isarog with an elevation of 1, 976 meters and Mt. Iriga with 1, 196 meters,
in the central and southern parts are inactive volcanoes. Also there is the Tangkong Baka
mountain range which is the lower portion of the Sierra Madre mountain system and the
Calinigan Mountain Range (904 meters) in the Partido area. Other mountains in the province are:
Mt. Sugutin- 366m, Mt. Tiis- 610 m, Saddle Peak- 1,028m, Triple Peak- 638m, Mt. Putianay640m, Mt. Elizario- 508m, Mt. Talitig- 385m.
The province has three fresh-water lakes, namely: Lake Bato, Lake Buhi and Lake Baao
which has an areas of 5,482 has. The area is likewise traversed by rivers, streams, and creeks that
serve as natural drainage particularly in the basin area. The Bicol River, the largest in the region
with an approximate length of 95 kilometers, begins at the outlet of Lake Bato and flows across
through the plain to San Miguel Bay. Its tributaries have formed the famous Bicol River Basin
which comprises 312, 000 hectares of fertile agricultural lands including 185, 000 hectares of
watershed area.
Hydrology
The province's water resources,
both ground and surface waters are very
abundant and could very well meet the
various demands of development. It was
also observed that there are numerous
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hydo-electric potential resources and also large areas for irrigated area development and
expansion.
The province's inland waters consist of an intricate network or rivers, streams, and lakes.
The network serves as natural drainage. The Bicol River is the largest river in the region and
considered the main drainage channel for the major basin area of the Bicol Plains. The lakes
consist of another vital inland water resources for the province. The more important ones include
Lakes Bato, Baao and Buhi.
Soil
Soil texture ranges from clayey to gravelly. The Bicol plain consists of loam, clay loam
and deposits with silt materials along the banks of the Bicol River . Generally, the surface is
moderately dense and compact. The plains and valleys of Camarines Sur are covered by
secondary soils, while the hills and mountains are of primary soils. The soils of the province are
divided into 3 general groups namely:
a.) soils of plains and valleys which are composed of either Pili, San Miguel Guigua or Balongay
series;
b.) soils of hills and mountains which are composed of either Tigaon, Bacolod, Faraon and
Luisana seriest.
c.) the miscellaneous land types which consist of either hydrosol or the mountains soil
undifferentiated.
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The Micro Setting: The SITE
Caranan, Pasacao, Camarines Sur
Related Laws and Ordinances
Buildings near the airport

Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) (Eva Lasatin, Engineer in charge) Building
Height Restriction: - Buildings should be at 48 meters maximum height within 24 kilometer
perimeter away from an airport.
Shoreline Setback
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The building of any structures on the banks of rivers and shores of lakes or seas is
prohibited. No structures can also be built within a specific distance from the shoreline: three
meters for urban areas, 20 meters for agricultural areas, 40 meters for forest areas. No
development is allowed within the zone 20 meters from the high water line along sea shores
(Water Code of the Philippines or Presidential Decree 1067, DENR Administrative Order No.
1997-05).
Chapter III.3 Site Development Options (at least 2)

Site Analysis
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SITE INVENTORY
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SPACE PROGRAMMING
Spaces are calculated and based from:
Time-Saver Standards for Building Types,
National Building Code of the Philippines
Plumbing Code of the Philippines
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Proposed Site Development Plan
CONCEPT:
SURFBOARD
A surfboard is an elongated platform used in the sport of surfing. Surfboards are

relatively light, but are strong enough to support an individual standing on them while
riding a breaking wave.
The thesis proponent chose Surfboard as a main concept of this proposal because
it fits to its main purpose of being a surfing facility. The material used in a surf board is
light but is known to be buoyant and maneuverable. Likewise
SCHEME 1
COCONUT TREES WHICH ARE ABUNDANT ON SITE ARE NOT

REMOVED TO PROTECT TREES AND MAXIMIZE FUTURE
DEVT FLEXIBILITY
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SCHEME 2:
CONCEPT:
BOAT
A boat is a watercraft of any size designed to float or plane, to work or travel on

water. Small boats are typically found on inland (lakes) or in protected coastal areas.
The researcher chose thie concept because of its site location Pasacao which
comes from the word "Pasangkay" as the origin of the town's name. The travelers and traders
often used it en route to Manila to ask owners of the sailboats along the shore of the village to
letthem ride. Pasangkay means the request of the people to get into the boat to travel. The thesis
proponent thinks this concept suits the proposed facility on the chosen site since Bicol region is
also known for fishing
COCONUT TREES WHICH ARE ABUNDANT ON SITE ARE NOT

REMOVED TO PROTECT TREES AND MAXIMIZE FUTURE DEVT
FLEXIBILITY
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APPENDIX 1.
Contemporary Resort Hotel in Camarines Sur

This survey intends to know the viability of a smart and sustainable development in CamSur that is also world class.
* Required
Age *
16-20
21-25
26-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65-older
Gender
Male
Female
Other:
Local tourist or Foreign tourist *
(Local tourists are the ones residing in the Philippines)
Local tourist
Foreign tourist
Where do you live?
Occupation
Professional
Unemployed
Student
How often do you take vacation?
Always
Sometimes
Never
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Other
What are your favorite destinations when you're in a vacation?
I go to resort
I go to the beach
I go to hotels
I play sports
I go to malls
Other:
How often do you visit beach resort hotels?
Always
Sometimes
Never
Other:
What do you look for in a good resort hotel?
World class facilities
Accommodation
Cost
Offers fun activies (e.g surfing)
Quality of service
All of the above
Other:
Have you visited CamSur? *
Yes!
I want to!
Not yet
Other:
How often you want to visit CamSur? *
Always
Sometimes
Never
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What are the best tourist destination in CamSur that you want to stay in?
(Tourist destination with accommodation)
Camsur Watersports Complex
Caramoan
Sabang Beach
Other:
Does Camsur have world-class facilities when it comes to accommodation?

Yes
A little
No
Maybe
How are accommodation in Camsur on present day?
Very Satisfactory
Satisfactory
Dissatisfactory
Very dissatisfactory
Neither satisfactory nor dissatisfacory
Would you visit frequently if CamSur has world class accommodation facilities?
Yes
Maybe
No
Other
Do you want an eco-resort hotel in CamSur?
(Eco-resort is a resort with environmental and green architecture approaches)
Yes
Maybe
No
Other
Do you want to see something new in CamSur in response to its blooming tourism?
Yes
Maybe
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No
Other
What are the activities do you want to see in CamSur? *
(perhaps another tourist destination you wanted to see in the province. Others; provide on "other" section)
Artificial surfing lagoon
Garden Resort & Spa
Man-made beach resort
Other:
What do you think about an anoher watersport facility in CamSur to supplement existing tourist
destinations in Camarines Sur? *
Great idea!
Let's see if it will work
Bad idea
Other:
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Facility in Camarines Sur

The Problem and Its Background.3

Review of Related Literature and Studies16-47

Summary of Findings and Analysis..72

Conclusions and Recommendations82-83

Part II. Research Focus.83

Principles and Relevance to the Project..84

Application to the Project94

Site Identification and Analysis.95

Chapter III.1 Site Selection Process.95

Chapter I.1 GENERAL OVERVIEW

According to research, the hotel industry is beginning to implement green design

Statement of the Problem

1. What conveniences should be provided in a resort-hotel with principles of green building

Project Goals, Objectives and Strategies

To determine the problems encountered in hotels by tourists in Camarines Sur

Create an innovative design for a possibility of a new water sport development

Significance of the Study

Scope and Limitation

PROPOSED CONTEMPORARY RESORT HOTEL

Chapter I.2 REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES

I.2.3 Green Hotels Marketing and Profitability Advantages of Environmentally Friendly

38% of respondents made efforts to identify green hotels before traveling

60% of respondents voiced concern about globalwarming

40% of respondents would be willing to spend more to stay at a green hotel

9,100 sq. gigantic pool

3. Waterfalls, kayaks, surfbikes

Crown Regency Resort Boracay

Giving You All You Need and More

524 Units upon completion in these classifications

Boracay Water Adventures

1,800 sq.m. Swimming Pool

A convention center for 1,200pax

Spa and Wellness Facility (Soon)

Full bath with hot & cold water

Standard wave sizes: between 1, 21, 9m

I.3 Research Methodology

I.3.1 Research Design

Table 1. International Tourist Arrivals by Country, 2008-2010

Table 3. Volume of Tourists in major destinations in the Philippines (Rank), 2008-2010

I.3.1.1 Research Design: Case Study

Figure 2. Site Development of CWC

Figure 3. Public lounge

Figure 4. Main lobby of CWC

Figure 5. Green containers (Single 2pax )

Figure 6. Red containers (Family 4 pax )

Figure 7. Interior wall of green container

Figure 9. Cabana room type

Figure 9. Eating area adjacent to the main wakeboarding area

Figure 10. Public toilet near eating area

Figure 11. Ceiling of public toilet

Figure 12. Winch park ramp with a

TOURIST (Checking In):

TOURIST (One day visit):

I.3.2 Population and Sampling

I.3.3. Research Instruments

Approximate number of tourist arrivals in Camsur Watersports Complex: 500

Contemporary Resort Hotel in Camarines Sur

Does Camsur have world-class facilities when it comes to accommodation?

I.3.3.1 Research Instrument: Observation

Figure 13. Local and Foreign Tourist Arrivals In Camarines Sur

Summary of Online Survey Data

The majority of respondents are Females with 26 % of the total 45 respondents