The document outlines the agenda for the 20th CREBA National Convention from October 6-7, 2011. The convention will focus on the synergy between tourism and real estate to drive economic growth in the Philippines. Day 1 will include an opening ceremony, keynote speech on tourism development priorities, and plenary sessions on tourism infrastructure and programs. Day 2 will feature plenary sessions on tourism promotions and incentives as well as shelter programs related to tourism. The convention aims to provide perspectives on emerging global tourism concepts and opportunities in the Philippines.

1. DAY 1 - October 6, 2011 (Thursday)
OPENING CEREMONIES
KEYNOTE SPEECH
Overview: Priorities for the Private Sector and the Real Estate Industry in
the National Tourism Development Plan
PLENARY SESSION I – TOURISM INFRASTRUCTURE
1. Tourism Business Opportunities for Real Estate Investors
T he influx of tourists, balikbayans, and Overseas
Filipinos visiting the country brings unprecedented
interest, opportunities and resources to the Philippine
2. The Entertainment City – A Global Magnet for Global Tourism
3. Resort Residences – Emerging Lifestyles for the Global Filipino
4. Prototypes of Philippine Tourism Destinations for the Global Market
economy. The Baby Boomers from scores of the world’s 5. Eco-Tourism - International Models of Sustainable Tourism Facilities
aging populations provide a retirees’ market of 10,000 per
day worldwide. Temperate climate makes the Philippines CHAPTER PRESIDENTS’ MEETING
an ideal retirement place where tourists can get the most WELCOME DINNER & KUNDIMAN CHORAL COMPETITION
value for their hard-earned savings. More and more Asian
families are sending their children over to study in our best
universities. OFWs, their foreign families and friends bring DAY 2 - October 7, 2011 (Friday)
home with them renewed confidence and optimism to
invest in the local economy. In the midst of all these PLENARY SESSION II –
positive developments, real estate remains as the best TOURISM PROMOTIONS & INCENTIVES
option for solid investment, resilient amidst economic
booms and busts and other turbulences of the past. 1. Promoting Philippine Tourism in the Global Market
2. The Philippines as Retirement Haven for Baby Boomers
The 20th CREBA National Convention focuses on the 3. The “Balikbayan” Law – Homecoming Pinoy
synergy between tourism and real estate as effective twin 4. Medical and Wellness Tourism Programs
engines of growth to rev up the Philippine economy. The
5. Models on Global Tourism Programs
real estate industry serves as the “facilities provider” in
support of the national tourism development programs and 6. Funding Support for Tourism Facilities
initiatives under R.A. 9593 or the National Tourism Act of
2009 that bring to fore emerging global tourism concepts as PLENARY SESSION III –
embodied in the TIEZA Law, the entertainment cities, SHELTER PROGRAMS RELATIVE TO TOURISM
medical & wellness tourism and retirement havens for the
world’s baby boomers, among others. 1. PagIBIG Overseas Programs
2. PRA - Philippine Retirement Facilities
The CREBA Tourism & Real Estate Congress 2011 with the 3. NHMFC - Receivables Financing
theme “Tourists Today, Real Estate Investors Tomorrow” 4. HLURB – Designs, Standards and Regulations
shall provide the needed perspectives on these global
concepts and tap into the unlimited opportunities of these PLENARY SESSION IV –
emerging and fast expanding markets. PRESENTATION & APPROVAL OF RESOLUTIONS
GALA & RECOGNITION NIGHT
INVESTMENT AND CREBA FOUNDER
EXHIBIT CENTER MANNY SERRANO GOLF CUP
A CONSULTATION CENTER FOR INTERESTED INVESTORS AND BUYERS, WITH EXHIBITS
OF SELECTED REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS. REGULATORY AGENCIES WILL BE
OCTOBER 5, 2011 (Wednesday)
PRESENT TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE INVESTMENT PROCESS. Villamor Golf and Country Club, Pasay City
Systems 36
October 6-7, 2011 10:00 am Tee-off time
Marriot Hotel Ballroom A 5:00 pm Awarding Ceremonies &
Welcome Cocktail
PHP 35,000 Package includes
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* Company name on fascia board * 2 folding chairs * 2 spotlights
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