AXA National Awards Night in Panglao, Bohol

Bohol is indeed turning out to be a favorite destination for conventions and incentive trips. 

\Your Roving Eye found out when he got a voice over gig for the AXA Agency National Awards Night held at the grand ballroom of Henann Resort in Panglao Island a week ago.

 DOUBLE DELIGHT: Shamcey Supsup- Lee & Bamboo Manalac

GLITTERING EVENING

Close to a thousand financial advisers from all over the country came to attend their annual company gathering.

 With AXA Models/ Presenters from Bohol: Vanessa Stump & Celine Villoceno

Catriona Gray: From Alona Beach to the World

Miss World Philippines 2016 Catriona Gray spent a few days in Bohol prior to her November departure for Washington, DC, USA where she competes with more than 100 beauty delegates for the Miss World 2016 crown. 

 most definitely a world- class welcome for a woman of the world


 

In between a most relaxing & luxurious stay at the posh Amorita Resort overlooking the spectacular powdery white sands of Alona Beach, she also videotaped her Miss World 2016 Introductory Video which is currently leading the pack with more than 198,000 views.

 The Buzz’ famous ice cream & cabcab cone gets global
exposure in Cat Gray's Miss World 2016 video
Photo location: Alona Beach, Panglao, Bohol

Standing 5’ 11” tall, the 22 year old model, blogger & singer who is one of the frontrunners for the Miss World 2016 crown aims to be the second Filipina to bring home the blue crown that symbolizes Beauty with a Purpose. 

 Will the stars align for a second Miss World crown for RP?

Miss Iran & Miss Israel in Miss Global 2016

It might sound like a worn- out cliché but it’s true that pageant girls do aspire for world peace. Take the case of the ongoing Miss Global 2016 Pageant.

Last September 17 & 18, a bevy of beauties from all corners of the globe converged in Bohol not only to visit its natural wonders and to sample the renowned warmth and hospitality of Boholanos but also to compete in the swimsuit preliminaries.

 Showdown of Swimsuit Statistics
photo credits: Ric Obedencio

Your Roving Eye and Mr. Ric Obedencio, veteran newsman were given access to cover the girls’ swimsuit photo and video shoot at the spectacular Alona Beach in Panglao, Bohol. We had the chance to get to know some of the girls including Miss Norway whose mom is from the neighboring island of Cebu. 

The girls from Tunisia, Sri Lanka & Sweden who were in the pool of the host resort obliged us with a photo. Madagascar was such a pleasant & pretty lady who shared to us that she already posted about Bohol on her social media accounts.

  Miss Iran projects in front of Alona Tropical Beach Resort

 Melika Razavi poses with a tourist 

It was the talked- about photo shoot of Danielle Celine Bouskila, 25, of Israel and Melika Razavi, 27, of Iran that proved to be the scenestealer. It was a sight to behold as the two Middle Eastern beauties gamely posed in their two- piece swimsuits. 

 Danielle shows off her nonchalance

 Danielle gets ready for her glamshot

Although we were not able to photograph them together as the crew had to work on a tight schedule, it was enough that the countries were able to declare a truce even if it was on the beauty pageant stage.  

Now who said beauty pageants can’t be arenas for diplomacy, friendship and world peace?

Good luck and may the best lady win!

Bohol's Beaches Beckon You

Bohol is more than ready to welcome tourists and visitors this summer. Here are some photos of Alona Beach in Panglao Island, Bohol. 

The endless stretch of powdery- white sandy beach is considered Bohol's tourism crown jewel. If you aren't beguiled and mesmerized by Bohol's bewitching beauty, then I don't know what will

Photo Credits:

Roger Gatal Images

Alona’s Abuzz with The Buzz: Part Two

The wide open spaces allows the sea breeze to flow in and let the diners have an unobstructed view of the inviting waters of Alona Beach

 

Massive doses of Vitamin D stream in and succeed in lighting up the entire place and making it warm and inviting by day. 

The service crew assured me that the entire place turns cozy and romantic when dusk settles in

The fascinating cuisine that is mainly organic offers Mother Nature’s bounty from innovative and creative bestsellers to healthy options 

We ordered honey glazed chicken, grilled fish and spareribs. Tinolang manok along with slices of camote bread served as appetizers. 

 

A pitcher of lemon grass washed down every bit down to the tiniest morsel

 

The Buzz Café offers more than just healthy options. They also offer pure indulgence to sate one’s cravings for sweets.

In my case, a double scoop of homemade chocolate ice cream did the trick

I’m definitely coming back for more!

By the way, we met some Lebanese tourists who told us how amazed they were with Bohol. 

We had our photos with them and Your Blogger was extremely delighted when they asked for the link to  this blogspot

 

Seated: L-R: Nadine Hilal, Farah Rifai & Camelia Baki

With Abdul Wallace, one of the proprietors of the family- owned chain of Buzz Cafes 

The Buzz Café is open from7:30 a.m.  to 12 midnight and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is located right smack in the middle of Alona Beach, Panglao, Bohol 

Here’s the link to: Alona's Abuzz with The Buzz: Part One

Photo Credits:

Roger Gatal’s Images