2009 Ms. Earth Delegates to Visit Eco-Friendly Resort in Cavite, Philippines

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(Free-Press-Release.com) November 4, 2009 -- (Cavite, Philippines- October 23, 2009) Island Cove Hotel and Leisure Park, the premier eco- friendly business and leisure destination in Cavite, recently signed on as one of the Philippine attractions to be toured by the 2009 Ms. Earth delegates.

On November 13, 2009, twenty-five contestants of the pageant will have a day filled with activities at the resort. Among these are a press conference at Sangley Point Bar and Grill, a tree-planting activity at the Animal Island and a fashion show at the Oceania Water Park. Guests of the resort are welcome to take part in the activities.

Island Cove Managing Director Gilbert Remulla said, “We are thrilled to be part of the Ms. Earth 2009 itinerary.” He continued, “As an eco-friendly resort, we are one with the Ms. Earth pageant in promoting environmental awareness.”

Last year, Island Cove launched its Zero Waste Management Policy wherein waste generated on the island is reused and, to the extent that it can no longer be reused, is recycled.

The island generates some 1,000 kg. of waste daily. Prior to the launch of the Zero Waste Management Policy, 100% of its trash was collected and transferred to landfills. Now, 90% of Island Cove’s waste is composted and turned into fertilizer, while the remaining 10% is recycled.

An electric tram was likewise purchased to transport visitors from one point of the 36-hectare island to another. The electric tram is a zero emission vehicle. The tram eliminates several tons of fuel emission annually compared to the previously used shuttle service.

Remulla said, “There is so much we can do to rehabilitate our environment’s deteriorating condition. As an environmental friendly resort, these are just some of the measures we are taking to help alleviate some of Mother Earth’s growing problems.”

Island Cove is known to be the pioneer in the tourism industry with respect to the introduction of a multitude of attractions that lure both local and foreign visitors. The existing facilities available to its guests are the Hotel, the Oceania Water Park, the Animal Island, the Island Songs KTV, the paintball arena and airsoft game site, the Fishing Village, the petting zoo, and the Island Spa. Island Cove’s other well-loved trademarks include the outdoor giant chess set, the playground, and Concert Park just to name a few.

Island Cove Hotel and Leisure Park is ISO 9001:2000 certified and accredited by the Department of Tourism a triple “A” resort. Located in the historic town of Kawit, Cavite, this Mediterranean-inspired 36-hectare island is only 45 minutes away from Manila.

For more information please visit www.islandcovephil.com.

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