As an HRD coordinator for venues during our seminars and trainings I find it very difficult to locate a nice venue with a good price. My dilemma is that our company wants to use a venue which is nice and inexpensive, kind of like a champagne taste but a beer budget.
Like everyone else I researched the internet and followed up with calls and ocular inspections. There are many resorts scattered around Metro Manila and nearby areas. I did not find many blog sites which comment on the various resort hotels offering conference facilities, therefore I really needed to do some leg work and be resourceful and inventive. After much work and eyestrain from looking at my computer screen, I have decided to focus on Bulacan and Antipolo venues. I finally settled on Antipolo because it is closer and because of the trees and scenery- also many resorts offer spectacular overlooking views, such as Villa Cristina, Overlook Resort, Hilltop and Loreland. It’s a mixed bag of venues from small to medium and large ones. I decided to try Overlook Resort because it is just the right size for our trainings and seminars and it has a beautiful view of the city. Plus their website is nice and has many positive testimonials. Best of all, pasok sa budget namin. Hindi siya fancy. Just the basics. 5 pools which are clean and a big garden with plenty of trees and shade. Bottom line, we had a good time and our event was very successful. Naka save pa kami.
I hope this blog helps other HRD and coordinators assigned to find a good seminar venue at the right price.
