As it celebrates its 15th anniversary, on September 15, 2024, Jpark Island Resorts & Waterparks , one of the country’s leading 5-star family resort brand, celebrated the grand opening of its newest property— Jpark Island Resort Alona . Nestled along the shores of Alona Beach, Panglao Island, the resort promises an unparalleled island getaway, offering guests a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and world-class amenities. Phil BXT Corporation, the owner of Jpark Island Waterpark and Resort Mactan Cebu, assumed ownership of the property once known as Villa Tomasa, Alona Kew White Beach Resort , and rebranded it as Jpark Island Resort Alona.
This marks the first of three planned resorts by the group in the Province of Bohol, cementing Jpark’s position as a leading player in Philippine hospitality. Chairman and President Justin Uy led the ribbon-cutting ceremony, accompanied by key local government officials, including Dauis Mayor Roman Bullen, Panglao Mayor Edgardo Arcay, Ubay Mayor Constantino Reyes, and Tagbilaran City Mayor Jane Yap. The event showcased the resort’s exceptional culinary offerings and provided a preview of the luxurious guest experience awaiting future visitors.
In his opening remarks, Justin Uy shared a personal story explaining why they chose to invest in the province of Bohol: “My honeymoon was here in Bohol, in Panglao, in 1986, and in 1970, when I was just a kid, I stayed for almost two weeks in [the Municipality of] Anda. The place is so n.