I once had the chance to join in our company's Performance
Assessment which was held at Club Balai Isabel. It is a residential resort
right on the shores of Taal Lake, with vast grounds, its own pools, cafe, and
even a church within its premises!
During our stay, I found the grounds to be perfect for an
outdoor wedding and the facilities and accommodation to be satisfactory. Food
was so-so though so an outside caterer may be necessary.
It was a bit popular as a wedding venue so I included it in
our list of to-see venues. However, life got in the way (as usual) and plans of
ocular visits were postponed. Plus, we got distracted with other venues nearer
our place.
Then, just last week, an officemate passed me a 2-page
write-up on Balai Isabel. Wondering why, I quickly ran through the article and
was shocked to read about a theft that happened recently in the place! During a
wedding! And victims were guests of the couple. What a heartbreak! With the
rates they charge, safety and security should be a priority.
What's even sadder is no matter what the management of Balai
Isabel will do, the horror the robbery caused may forever mar the memory of the
wedding. So, that concludes our consideration of Balai Isabel for our wedding.
Defintely a no.
Our group was probably lucky to have not experienced theft
during our stay. This may also be just an isolated case. Still, I'd rather not
risk our wedding.
Anyway, here's the article for your own appreciation.
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