BALESIN ISLAND CLUB

BALESI N ISL AN D CLU B
SIX WORLD-CLASS LUXURY RESORT
D E S T I N AT I O N S , A L L Y O U R S T O E N J O Y
O N O N E S P E C TA C U L A R I S L A N D !
ABOUT US
Alphaland Corporation is a joint venture between the Ashmore Group, a private equity fund based in
London, with funds under management of about USD 50 Billion, and the RVO Capital Ventures Group.
We are unique in that we are very selective in the property development projects that we undertake. We
focus only on high-end and top-of-the-line projects.
We do not intend to be, and will never be, all things to all people
Balesin Island Club: Your Own Private Paradise
ALPHALAND - UNIQUE!
A destination of unmatched natural beauty located off the Eastern coast of Luzon in the Philippines,
Balesin Island is a 424 hectare tropical island paradise with 7.3 kilometers of pristine white sand
beaches. Located 35 kilometers northeast of Mauban, Quezon Province, Balesin is a quick 25-minute
plane ride from Manila, yet is a world completely unto itself. Alphaland Balesin Island Club is your
unique, members only, private leisure getaway – today and for generations to come.
Unequalled Member Privileges:
14 complimentary villa nights per year
180 hospitality suites (villas) in six themed villages
Subsidized flights to and from Balesin Island on our own private planes
Beach Clubhouse with a freshwater swimming pool and a saltwater swimming pool
Main dining facilities serving seafood specialties
Cafés and specialty restaurants in each of the six villages
Luxurious destination spa
Sports center with indoor tennis courts, an indoor basketball court, and much more
Complete water sports facilities
Equestrian facilities
DTH satellite TV in each villa
International mobile phone and internet communications
Complete transportation infrastructure including a 1,500 meter paved runway, helipad,
island ferry station, and more
22 - seat speedboat with maximum speed of 30 knots for those who prefer to go overland
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Paradise is a Stone’s Throw Away
One of the great enigmas that face all exotic island destinations is – how do I get there? For Balesin Island
Club members, we have solved the problem for you – we've acquired our own aircraft to ferry you back and
forth on a regularly scheduled basis. A brand new Cessna Caravan, which has a powerful turbo jet engine,
takes you from the Manila airport to Balesin in 25 minutes. As a member, you are entitled to the luxury of your
own departure lounge and terminal through Balesin Island Club's personalized arrangements.
Balesin Island - A masterpiece of a resort master planned by EcoPlan of Florida, USA
With six authentically designed hospitality villages - the only concept of its kind worldwide - your
stay at Balesin Island Club is sure to be unique. Having taken inspiration from the most famous
and exclusive international vacation spots such as Mykonos, Costa Smeralda, St. Tropez, Bali,
Phuket, and of course, the Philippines, you can find yourself in a different world each time you
stay at Balesin Island.
A One of a Kind Experience
Each village will have its own beautifully landscaped pool as well as a specialty restaurant
which will offer a variety of culinary delights based on the theme of the village. All the villas
will be tastefully designed and decorated, allowing for panoramic vistas of the ocean and
woodlands.
View of Lamon Bay's stretch of white sand beach
Mykonos
St. Tropez
Costa Smeralda
Bali
Phuket
Balesin
Mykonos - Greek Islands
A vision in white and blue, Mykonos draws you in with its white washed houses, blue windows and
doors, narrow, winding streets, chapels, quaint restaurants and cafés. The village is a stunning
example of unique Cycladic cubic architecture set around a picturesque fishing bay. It is no surprise
that this island ranks among the best known and most desirable vacation spots worldwide. Which
is why we have chosen Mykonos as the inspiration for this village. Thirty destination villas built
in the Mykonos style of architecture will rise on Balesin Island, giving you a taste of Greece in the
Philippines, complete with a Greek café, should you have a craving for souvlaki.
St. Tropez - South of France
St. Tropez remains the favorite destination of high society; lovers of the sea; and history, art and heritage
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iconic yachts along the quai and famed terrace cafés bustle with a steady stream of promenading
tourists, beautiful people, and slow-cruising luxury cars. Known as a playground for the rich and
Hollywood elite alike, St. Tropez is surrounded by seemingly endless white sandy beaches and enjoys
a gorgeous sunny climate. St. Tropez chic combined with our impeccable service makes a stay at
this village truly unforgettable. Thirty destination villas designed to give you an authentic feel of the
South of France and a crêperie make this part of Balesin Island your private French Riviera.
Costa Smeralda - Sardinia, Italy
When Jacques Couelle, member of the Costa Smeralda Consortium and one of the most celebrated
architects of the sixties, built the hotel Cala di Volpe in the most beautiful bay of the whole coastal
area, he created a new architectonic style which was then dubbed the "neo Sardininan" style. To
this day, all the projects and structures that are built on the coast are designed in such a way that
all developments blend and enhance the natural scenery and not mar it in any way. This continuous
harmony between sea, sand and sky will also be duplicated in this village with thirty destination
villas and an Italian café designed in the architectural style and ambiance of the Costa Smeralda.
Bali - Indonesia
Also known as the Land of the Gods, Bali is a mystical place that enchants through the sheer
natural beauty of its majestic volcanoes, beautiful white-sand beaches and lush terraced rice
fields that elicit a sense of wonder and peace with nature. This harmony with nature is embodied
in Balinese architecture, which strives to blend in with the surroundings through the indigenous
materials used as well as the design itself. The thirty destination villas of the Bali Village in Balesin
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materials and elements reinterpreted by means of tropical landscape settings, generous open
spaces, swimming pools, water features, and courtyards with wooden decks.
Phuket - Thailand
Phuket is sometimes referred to as the “Pearl of the South”, a name justified by an abundance of
powdery white beaches, limestone cliffs, and crystalline, blue-green waters. The island itself offers
many different vistas to discover and enjoy – an experience that we will replicate in Balesin Island.
Phuket Village, located on the southernmost part of the island, will have villas that are overlooking
rugged cliffs above the sea, as well as villas fronted by a white sand beach. To complete the entire
experience, there will also be a café serving authentic Thai cuisine.
Balesin - Philippines
The Philippines is the second-largest archipelago in the world with over 7,000 beautiful tropical
islands. It is no wonder then that the country has a wealth of natural beauty and boasts some
of the best beaches and diving to be found anywhere in the world. Reflecting this, the thirty
destination villas of the Balesin Village will be conveniently located near the clubhouse, spa, and
the aquatic sports center. This will indeed be your home away from home, featuring the best of
everything the Philippines has to offer, including Philippine cuisine and indigenous architecture
with a modern touch.
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There’s Something for Everyone
Do you love trekking or jogging through the forest,
fishing, and horseback riding just as much as lounging
on the beach with a good book and a cool drink? Enjoy
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beach, and lifestyle amenities such as covered tennis
courts, basketball courts, and horseback trails; book
a session at the Zen - inspired spa villas; enjoy the
different culinary offerings at any of Balesin Island Club's
many restaurants; or just chill out and enjoy nature, the
spectacular views, and the majesty of the Pacific Ocean.
If you're more of a water sports enthusiast, we have a
full complement of aquatic sports to suit your fancy:
scuba diving, snorkeling, hobie cat sailing, jet skiing,
wakeboarding, kite boarding, wind surfing, you name it.
At Balesin Island Club, indulgence comes naturally.
Enjoy a Worry Free Holiday
Say goodbye to harried vacations. With hassle - free bookings and your own villa at Balesin
Island Club, you never have to worry about getting there, making reservations, or overnight
accommodations. Each village has round the clock service, redundant water and electricity
supplies, grounds maintenance, a fully - equipped clinic with a resident doctor, and a cellular
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airplanes and boats make sure that you are back on the mainland in no time. Your safety
is ensured with our own security force and a detachment of the coastal guard permanently
stationed on the island. We have gone to great lengths in anticipating all the wants and needs
of our members to ensure that once you arrive at Balesin Island, you enter a world that is
designed to meet your every whim.
View of the beach close to the Bali Village
Complete Dining Experience
We have a complete array of dining options to whet your
appetite at Balesin Island. Choose from Greek, Thai, Italian,
French, Indonesian, Filipino, and many more cuisines
to satisfy your palate. Fish, crabs, and seafood freshly
caught from the waters around Balesin Island supply our
superb seafood restaurant where you can enjoy "kinilaw",
a local delicacy of raw seafood marinated in vinegar. You
can even go and pick your own fruits and vegetables for
your meals in our organic gardens and vegetable farm.
Whether you choose to dine in our restaurants, or have
a meal in the privacy of your villa, or have a picnic on the
beach, you will never run out of choices.
M in d , B o d y a n d S o u l
Combining holistic treatments from all over Asia, the Spa at Balesin Island was created
with your well-being in mind. Rejuvenate with the help of our in-house therapists who will
prepare a treatment plan customized to your needs and wishes. Relax and be pampered
in any of our impeccably designed treatment villas. Recover from everyday stress and
let your mind, body, and soul embark on a sensorial journey of health and well-being that
can only be found here at Balesin. You are the center of attention in our spa. Whether
you want to detoxify, improve your health, or simply just indulge yourself, Balesin Island
Club is here to make it all possible for you.
View of the beach close to the Bali Village
Freshwater lake
View of the beach close to the Mykonos Village
Frangipani flower
View of the beach close to the Phuket Village
View of the beach in front of the clubhouse
Hardwood forest
Bougainvillea flower
Beautifully Sustainable
Verdant, lush, tropical, and a marine sanctuary: this
is Balesin Island.
Masterfully planned by EcoPlan of
Miami, Florida, Balesin Island Club was designed with
the environment uppermost in mind and to be in perfect
harmony with its natural surroundings. There are no cars
allowed anywhere on the island aside from electric golf
carts.
Water harvesting and recycling, proper sewage
treatment with 80% water recycling, double piping system
water supply, a reverse osmosis plant, on-site eco friendly
transportation, organic farming, and alternative sources
of energy reduce the amount of waste and ensure
sustainable development on this beauty of an island –
without scrimping on luxurious, top-notch facilities.
Rainy Days
Waking up to the sound of rain drumming on the roof usually makes you want to curl up
in bed, read a good book, or watch the latest movie. But at Balesin Island, our wealth of
rainy day activities will make it difficult for you to just stay in your villa. How about a game
of tennis or basketball in our covered courts or spending the day in our internet café or Wii ©
rooms?
Billiards, video arcades, KTV rooms, table tennis, and a lot more will keep your
whole family entertained for hours. Our spa complete with Yoga sessions, massage, steam
rooms, and whirlpools will leave you relaxed, rejuvenated, and ready for the next day on this
island paradise.
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Unrivalled Service Meets Total Independence
At Balesin Island Club, you dictate the flow of your stay.
Your schedule is yours to make, and is facilitated by a
helpful and dedicated staff who are at your disposal
whenever you need them. So go ahead: have that
barbecue, and ask for some assistance from the
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of activities for you and your family to enjoy.
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sea, and a sense of freedom only Balesin Island Club
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Villas, Facilities, and Amenities
VILLAS
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180 Hospitality Villas, 30 per Village
Zip Line
1,500m Paved Runway
Health Bar
Covered Hangars
Helipad
Port
CLUB HOUSE
AQUATIC SPORTS CENTER
Island Ferry Station
Biking Trails
Freshwater Pool
Horseback Riding Trails
Floating Saltwater Pool
Jet Skiing
2 Outdoor Whirlpools
Water Skiing
Children's Swimming Pool
Wakeboarding
Airplanes
Children's Playground
Diving
Boats
Pool Bar
Snorkeling
Golf Buggies
Sundeck
Kite Boarding
2 Private Dining Areas
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Camp Site
Migratory Bird Watching
Thalasso Therapy
Seawater Pool
EQUESTRIAN CENTER
Beach Club
Whirlpool
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Horse Stables
Dressage Arena
SPORTS CENTER
Veterinarian Center
2 Covered Tennis Courts
Basketball Court
SUSTAINABLE GROWTH CENTERS
3 Badminton Courts
Table Tennis Room
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2 KTV Rooms
Salon
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Livestock Farm
Beachfront area of the Balesin clubhouse
Master Timetable for Balesin Island Club
2011
2010
APR
Alphaland Corporation signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Balesin Corporation for the acquisition of its property located on the Balesin
Island, Polillo, Quezon. Alphaland intends to develop a resort community to be known as Alphaland Balesin Island Resort.
MAY
Incorporation of Alphaland Balesin Island Resort Corporation (ABIRC) as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alphaland Corporation.
JUL
Joel Jones of Ecoplan, one of the world's top Eco Master Planners, completes the Master Plan for Alphaland Balesin Island Club.
AUG
Balesin Island is declared a Tourism Zone.
SEPT
Purchased Landing Craft Transport (“LCT Balesin”) as logistical support for transport of equipment, construction materials and other requirements.
OCT
Completed the Jetty in Balesin to accept deliveries on board “LCT Balesin”.
NOV
Delivered 18 units of construction heavy equipment to the island to start airstrip grading and paving.
Began initial grading of the 1,500m runway.
DEC
Engaged the services of Arch. Conrad T. Onglao for the design of the Main Clubhouse, Spa facilities, Balesin, Phuket, and Bali Villages.
Engaged the services as well of Arch. Jorge Yulo for the design of Mykonos and Costa Smeralda Villages.
MAY
Start of construction of Clubhouse, Spa, Balesin Village, Sports Center, and Equestrian Center.
Western half of runway is now operational to the Cessna Grand Caravan, helicopters, and other light aircraft.
Completion of Balesin Welcome Area.
JUN
Start of construction of Mykonos Village.
Start of construction of Equestrian Center.
Beginning of site development of Phuket Village.
JUL
AUG
Start of construction of St. Tropez, Costa Smeralda, and Bali Villages.
Partial completion of runway freshwater lakes.
DEC
Completion of the Clubhouse, Sports Center, Equestrian Center, and Phase 1 of the Villages.
Completion of the entire 1,500m concrete runway.
Completion of prime Genset Powerhouse and Distribution System.
Completion of Water Cisterns and Distribution System.
2012
2011
FEB
MAR
APR
Permit to Offer Securities for Sale issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Initiated the laying down of Geo-cells, which serve as a mechanical soil stabilizer of in-site materials. This serves as foundation for the runway
pavement.
Delivered the concrete batching plant during the 1st week of March. On the 2nd week, a 20,000 gallon per day desalination plant, as an alternative
water source, was delivered. Cement delivery also started on the 2nd week of March.
Engaged the services of Arch. Paulo Alcazaren of PGAA for overall landscaping.
Started deliveries of construction materials for the building structures – Clubhouse, Spa, and Villages.
Completed the design development for the Clubhouse, Spa, Sports Center, Equestrian Center, Balesin Village and Mykonos Village.
Delivered the Cessna Grand Caravan to provide air ferry service for Balesin Island.
Completed the “Sala” for the Balesin Village which serves as the temporary lounge for guests making/conducting a day trip to the island.
Beginning of Site Development of Balesin Hangar, infrastructure & Warehouse Facilities.
Engaged the services of Architect Carmelo Casas for the design of St. Tropez Village.
Start of construction of Phuket Village.
MAY
Completion of Balesin Village.
JUN
Completion of Mykonos Village.
SEP
DEC
Completion of Phuket Village.
Completion of St. Tropez Village.
2013
FEB
Completion of Costa Smeralda Village.
JUN
Completion of Bali Village.
Our Master Planner and Architects
OUR MASTER PLANNER
OUR LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
ECOPLAN
PAULO G. ALCAZAREN AND ASSOCIATES (PGAA)
EcoPlan's por tfolio of work spans 24 countries, with an emphasis on the Southeastern United States, Caribbean and Latin American regions. In each project, EcoPlan's
The firm is headed by Paulo Alcazaren, a member of the Philippine, Singapore, and American Societies of Landscape Architects. PGAA has won design awards in Malaysia and Singapore and
goal is to develop creative solutions, while pursuing the highest level of ecological sensitivity possible. Having worked on most projects with multi-disciplinary teams,
has a track record of over two dozen hotel and resor t developments including proper ties operated by international hotel and resor t chains like Banyan Tree, Intercontinental, Shangri-La, Hyatt,
EcoPlan understands the impor tance of working with exper ts in other related fields to bring about the best possible solution for both the client and the environment.
Marriot, Holiday Inn, Sofitel, and Le Meridien. PGAA has designed and completed over 200 projects in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Vietnam, Brunei, China, Bahrain, the Kingdom
Some of their more notable projects include: Four Seasons Papagayo, Anassa Resor t in Cyprus, Pamushana Safari Camp in Zimbabwe and Isla Del Rey in Panama.
of Saudi Arabia and the Philippines. Alcazaren brings to this project a distinguished and nuanced style as well as solid exper tise in sustainable tropical landscape design.
OUR ARCHITECS
OUR SPA CONSULTANT
C.T. ONGLAO ARCHITECTS
SPA PROFESSIONALS - HEADED BY CATHERINE BRILLANTES-TURVILL AND DR. CHARLES SUTTER
Established in Los Angeles over 17 years ago, C.T. Onglao Architects' strength lies in the authenticity of Managing Director-Principal Designer Conrad Onglao's East-
Cathy is an internationally licensed therapist. She has also been a training and organization development practitioner for the past 29 years. Cathy was the 2004 Founding President of the
West imagery and his exposure to and personal involvement in the work of many of the most impor tant designers on the West Coast, now acknowledged as the
Philippine Spa Association and is a graduate of the Executive Spa Development Course conducted by Cornell University in Singapore. She is a Board Member of PHILTOA: Philippine Tour
center of design in the United States. The firm's staff of architects and designers share a common goal of design excellence, attending meticulously to every project's
Operators Association, TIEZA: Tourism Infrastructure & Enterprise Zone Authority and the Singapore based Asia Pacific Spa & Wellness Council.
requirements down to the minute details.
Charles is a French Medical Doctor whose passion lies in spa development and operations. He is also the Managing Director of Asmara, Inc. which operates spas in several hotels and resorts,
JORGE YULO ARCHITECTS
and offers spa consulting services. Charles moved to the Philippines in 1992 and is a pioneer of the spa industry, as well as a founding member of the Spa Association of the Philippines. He has
Jorge Yulo is the Principal of Jorge Yulo Architects, whose works in modern and abstract design have been met with enthusiasm from local designers. In the USA, he
been involved in setting up and operating spas internationally.
worked in the office of Cabrera/Barricklo Par tnership in New York and in the Philippines worked with the firm of Leandro Locsin and Par tners.
Yulo earned his Bachelor of Ar ts Degree majoring in painting from Hampshire College and a minor in interior design from the University of Massachusetts. He acquired
his Master of Architecture degree from Rennselear Polytechnic Institute in New York. He also has a Master in Entrepreneurship degree from the Asian Institute of
Management. He is a lecturer and professor at the College of Architecture, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines.
CASAS+ ARCHITECTS
One of the leading Architectural firms in the country with over 20 years of international and local experience in the field of Architecture. The firm's principal, Architect
Carmelo Casas, earned his Bachelor's degree in Architecture from the University of Santo Tomas in 1976 and passed the National Board Examination in 1978, placing
7th in the Top 10. From there, he became involved in several international projects in Asia such as the Harbour City projects in Hong Kong.
This material is for announcement purposes only. It is intended primarily to provide a general reference for the Balesin Island Club
development. The photographs of houses that have been made a part of this material are mere representations of the architectural
style that has been envisioned for the residential communities that will be developed in the Balesin Island Club complex. Details of
In 1988, he co - founded RECIO + CASAS which was responsible for several major projects across Asia such as First Pacific Bank in Hong Kong, Mandarin Hotel Macau,
Thailand's Stock Exchange Building, Phuket Yacht Club, Pacific Plaza in the Philippines, and the Queen's Park Casa by Land & House. The firm then later changed its
name to CASAS+ Architects.
the master plan are only indicative of intended dimensions and sizes. This material therefore does not constitute part of an offer
or contract. While the details shown herein were prepared with utmost care and are presented in good faith, interested parties are
encouraged to verify their correctness and subsequent changes, if any. In the Developer’s continuing effort to meet the challenge of
product improvement, the Developer reserves the right to modify or change plans and specifications without prior notice.
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