Megaworld Hotels & Resorts 成為第一家也是最大的菲律賓連鎖飯店，被旅遊部 (DOT) 認定為 100% 穆斯林友善住宿機構 (MFAE)

這項享有聲望的認可突顯了 MHR 對包容性和文化多樣性的奉獻精神，以及其標誌性服務品牌 Sampaguita 在塑造菲律賓穆斯林友善酒店業未來方面所發揮的作用。

Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR) has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first and largest Filipino hotel chain to be recognized by the Department of Tourism (DOT) as a 100% Muslim-Friendly Accommodation Establishment (MFAE), with 8,500 DOT-inspected and certified Muslim-friendly hotel rooms. This prestigious recognition highlights MHR's dedication to inclusivity, cultural diversity, and its role in shaping the future of Muslim-friendly hospitality in the Philippines.

Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR) 實現了歷史性的里程碑，成為第一家也是最大的菲律賓連鎖飯店，被旅遊部(DOT) 認定為100% 穆斯林友善住宿機構(MFAE)，擁有8,500 家經過DOT 檢查的飯店以及經過認證的穆斯林友善飯店客房。這項享有聲望的認可突顯了 MHR 對包容性和文化多樣性的奉獻精神，及其在塑造菲律賓穆斯林友善酒店業未來方面所發揮的作用。

“The awarding of this certification to Megaworld Hotels & Resorts is a significant milestone for our collective efforts to provide inclusivity in the tourism industry. Megaworld Hotels & Resorts now stands as the very first developer to have all of its properties recognized as Muslim-Friendly Accommodation Establishments,” said DOT Secretary Christina Frasco during the Ceremonial Awarding for Megaworld Hotels & Resorts as DOT-Recognized Muslim-Friendly Accommodation Establishments on December 18, 2024, at the DOT headquarters in Makati City.

「向 Megaworld 酒店及度假村授予此認證是我們為旅遊業提供包容性而共同努力的一個重要里程碑。 “Megaworld 酒店及度假村現在是第一家將旗下所有酒店都認定為穆斯林友好型住宿機構的開發商”，交通部部長克里斯蒂娜·弗拉斯科(Christina Frasco) 在2017 年12 月17 日為Megaworld飯店及度假村授予交通部認可的穆斯林友善住宿機構頒獎典禮上說道。

“Megaworld Hotels & Resorts demonstrates, not only its commitment to inclusivity, but also a deep understanding of the global tourism landscape. Megaworld's leadership in the accommodation sector sets a new benchmark for the industry, challenging and encouraging other developers and stakeholders to follow suit; to integrate Muslim-friendly services as well as products in all of their properties as well,” she added.

「Megaworld 飯店及度假村不僅展現了對包容性的承諾，也展現了對全球旅遊格局的深刻理解。 Megaworld在住宿領域的領導地位為該行業樹立了新的標桿，挑戰並鼓勵其他開發商和利益相關者效仿；將穆斯林友好的服務和產品融入他們的所有物業中，」她補充道。

In line with the national government's goal of positioning the Philippines as a leading Muslim-friendly destination, Cleofe Albiso, Managing Director of MHR, expressed gratitude for the recognition, stating, “This achievement demonstrates our unwavering commitment to creating spaces that embrace inclusivity, allowing our guests to feel comfortable and at home. By incorporating Halal-certified kitchens, prayer rooms, and Muslim-friendly amenities, we aim to foster an environment that reflects our Filipino values of warmth, hospitality, and respect. The Department of Tourism giving trust to Megaworld Hotels & Resorts is very valuable for us. All these efforts are vehicles for us to be able to give back to our shareholders, our owners, whose trust we value so much as well.”

根據國家政府將菲律賓定位為領先的穆斯林友好目的地的目標，MHR 董事總經理Cleofe Albiso 對這一認可表示感謝，並表示：「這項成就表明我們堅定不移地致力於創造包容性的空間，讓讓我們的客人感到舒適和賓至如歸。透過整合清真認證的廚房、祈禱室和穆斯林友善的設施，我們的目標是創造一個體現菲律賓熱情、好客和尊重價值觀的環境。旅遊部對美嘉世界酒店及度假村的信任對我們來說非常有價值。所有這些努力都是我們能夠回饋股東和所有者的工具，我們也非常重視他們的信任。

As of November 2024, 13 MHR properties have been inspected by the DOT and certified as Muslim-Friendly Accommodation Establishments, meeting the standards set by the DOT for Halal tourism. These certified properties include Belmont Hotel Manila, Belmont Hotel Boracay, Belmont Hotel Mactan, Savoy Hotel Manila, Savoy Hotel Boracay, Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown, Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, Richmonde Hotel Ortigas, Richmonde Hotel Iloilo, Kingsford Hotel Manila, and Twin Lakes Hotel. Hotel Lucky Chinatown and Grand Westside Hotel are on track to receive their halal certifications in the coming year.

截至 2024 年 11 月，MHR 的 13 家飯店已接受 DOT 檢查，並被認證為穆斯林友善住宿機構，符合 DOT 為清真旅遊制定的標準。這些認證酒店包括馬尼拉貝爾蒙特酒店、長灘島貝爾蒙特酒店、麥克坦貝爾蒙特酒店、馬尼拉薩沃伊酒店、長灘島薩沃伊酒店、麥克坦新城薩沃伊酒店、伊斯特伍德里士滿酒店、里士滿奧提加斯酒店、伊洛伊洛里士滿酒店、馬尼拉金斯福德酒店和雙湖酒店。 Hotel Lucky Chinatown 和 Grand Westside Hotel 預計在未來一年獲得清真認證。

Moreover, the kitchens at Kingsford Hotel Manila, Savoy Hotel Boracay, Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown, and Belmont Hotel Mactan have been certified as Halal by the Halal International Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Philippines (HICCIP).

此外，馬尼拉金斯福德酒店、長灘島薩沃伊酒店、麥克坦新鎮薩沃伊酒店和麥克坦貝爾蒙特酒店的廚房已獲得菲律賓清真國際工商會（HICCIP）的清真認證。

To ensure that guests receive exceptional service, MHR has also made significant investments in Muslim-friendly training, with 100% of its regular employees equipped with the skills and knowledge to meet the unique needs of Muslim travelers.

為了確保客人獲得卓越的服務，MHR 還對穆斯林友善培訓進行了大量投資，100% 的正式員工都具備滿足穆斯林旅客獨特需求的技能和知識。

As part of its ongoing efforts to promote Muslim-friendly tourism, MHR has partnered with the DOT and the local government of Malay, Aklan to launch the Marhaba Boracay project on September 10, 2024. This initiative focuses on creating a dedicated Muslim-friendly area along a 300-meter stretch of white sand at Cove 2 in Boracay Newcoast. The designated area provides facilities and amenities tailored to the needs of Muslim families and travelers. Since its opening, Boracay Newcoast saw an 16% incremental business from Muslim market.

作為其持續努力促進穆斯林友善旅遊業的一部分，MHR 與交通部和阿克蘭馬來地方政府合作，於 2024 年 9 月 10 日啟動 Marhaba 長灘島計畫。沿著長灘島新海岸2 號灣300 公尺長的白色沙灘。指定區域提供適合穆斯林家庭和旅客需求的設施和便利設施。自開業以來，長灘島新海岸的穆斯林市場業務成長了16%。

MHR's recognition as a 100% Muslim-Friendly Accommodation Establishment is the result of its commitment to a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed with the DOT on May 6, 2024, during the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai. Following the MOU, MHR actively participated in key trade shows such as the SALAAM: The Halal and Trade Expo, the 31st Travel and Tour Expo VisMin Edition in Cagayan de Oro, and the Philippine Halal Trade and Tourism Summit. The group also held roadshows in Mindanao to promote the Muslim-friendly facilities and Halal dining options available at MHR hotels.

MHR 被認可為 100% 穆斯林友善住宿機構，是因為其承諾於 2024 年 5 月 6 日在杜拜阿拉伯旅遊市場期間與 DOT 簽署諒解備忘錄 (MOU)。簽署諒解備忘錄後，MHR 積極參與重要貿易展會，如 SALAAM：清真和貿易博覽會、卡加延德奧羅第 31 屆旅遊博覽會 VisMin Edition 以及菲律賓清真貿易和旅遊高峰會。該組織還在棉蘭老島舉行了路演，宣傳 MHR 酒店的穆斯林友好設施和清真餐飲選擇。

Through its collaboration with the DOT and initiatives like Marhaba Boracay, MHR is setting new benchmarks for inclusive hospitality and reinforcing the Philippines' readiness to cater to the rapidly growing Halal tourism market.

透過與交通部的合作以及 Marhaba Boracay 等舉措，MHR 正在為包容性接待樹立新的基準，並加強菲律賓迎合快速增長的清真旅遊市場的準備。