The hotel passes the international security standard to receive guests safely – Manila Bulletin

The Department of Tourism (DOT) has allowed several hotels in Metro Manila to open for stays. These hotels have demonstrated the ability to ensure that guests staying at their facilities are safe from the spread of the dreaded virus.

While other hotels just grapple with getting that “go sign” from the DOT, some hotels go the extra mile to make sure nothing is taken for granted (well, the virus is an invisible enemy), even checking the smallest details. to impress tired guests.

In the hospitality world, a favorable Forbes Travel Guide rating is a coveted goal. In the age of a pandemic, he said: “It has never been more crucial for hotels and resorts to assure guests and travel advisors of their commitment to health and safety. Developed in response to the catastrophic impact of COVID-19, Sharecare’s Health Safety Verification with Forbes Travel Guide enables hotels to monitor their protocols and earn a ‘Verified’ Health Safety Badge. “

In short, only hotels and resorts that pass strict security standards receive a “Verified” badge.

With this high standard, only 161 “Verified” properties worldwide have this certification. In the Philippines, only three integrated resorts received this seal of approval from Sharecare and Forbes Travel Guide. One of them includes Okada Manila, which now proudly bears this seal of approval, proof that its health and safety standards are among the best in the world.

The five-star integrated complex said in a statement: “This accreditation further verifies that Okada Manila is equipped with complete and adequate security protocols that prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Guests can book and stay at the resort with complete confidence, allowing them to enjoy five-star experiences in the safest way possible. “

The evaluation covered the following sections: hygiene and health protocols, physical distancing, administration and adequate communication with guests and employees.

“The property launched its’ True Clean. True insurance. True heart. (3T) ‘in June, guaranteeing guests a safe and satisfactory stay. Since then, the resort has constantly improved its approach to protect not only its guests, but also its team members from possible exposure to COVID-19, ”the statement added.

In September, Okada Manila unveiled its list of state-of-the-art sanitizing robots to keep the resort safe and free from harmful elements.