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To cope with their growing business,
the couple have plans to expand
Amorita, as well as open sister
properties in Coron and Dumaguete.
But they’re determined to keep things
personal. “We’ll deliver world-class
service but make sure to stay true to
our first love,” says Ria. How? “We’ll
keep on thinking up ways to surprise
our guests.”
Just a short drive away from Amorita
— and with a similar sounding name —
is Amarela (
Barangay Libaong, Panglao
Island; tel: +63 (38) 502 9497–99,
www.amarelaresort.com
). But that
is where the similarity ends. Unlike
the former’s modern aesthetic, the
sunny yellow exterior of this charming
boutique resort is reminiscent of
Tuscany’s homes.
Retired lawyer Atty. Lucas “Doy”
Nunag and his wife, Atty. Ludichi, own
The ceiling of Amarela
Resort’s lobby is made up
of handwoven pieces by
local craftsmen