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The New Year is a time of fresh beginnings – a blank slate full of endless possibilities. It’s the perfect opportunity to start anew, especially when it comes to prioritizing your health and wellness. For many, the first days of the year inspire a renewed commitment to living a healthier, more fulfilling life. Begin your […]

Silence Retreats are offered at The Farm at San Benito conducted by Dr. Marian Alonzo, Medical Chief of The Farm. “For many, silence is more than just the absence of speech; it is a powerful tool for reflection, clarity, and transformation. Some believe that conserving their throat energy for a few days allows their first […]

Wellness tourism is a dynamic and rapidly expanding segment of the global travel industry, reshaping how individuals approach travel by prioritizing self-care, personal enrichment, and transformative experiences. According to the Global Wellness Institute, this sector, defined as “travel associated with the pursuit of maintaining or enhancing one’s personal well-being,” is projected to reach an impressive […]

As part of its commitment to providing world-class wellness services, The Farm regularly hosts a variety of internationally recognized practitioners who offer group complimentary workshops and paid specialized treatments, and therapies for individuals and intimate groups. These include innovative wellness modalities aimed at nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. An Array of Expertise at The […]

Prepared by: Jennifer Sanvictores, Global Head of Sales, Marketing, & Communications, The Farm at San Benito / Marketing & PR Head, Wellness Tourism Association of the Philippines The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA), an organization based in the USA, outlines essential assets and attributes that destinations should have to effectively market themselves as wellness destinations. The […]

Marian Alonzo, MD Medical Chief, The Farm at San Benito As a child, she was diagnosed with a debilitating heart condition and her family’s search for what will cure her introduced her to natural forms of healing. Despite her illness, she graduated as valedictorian in her early school years, awarded internationally for Academic Excellence and […]

Lem Senillo, Spa Director Healing Sanctuary  & Acqua Hydrotherapy Sanctuary Lemoiel “Lem” Senillo is currently the Spa Director of The Farm at San Benito. Lem is a licensed international Naturopathy Medicine who has trained in different parts of the world such as Japan, Singapore, Thailand, Germany, and USA. He is also a spiritual guru who […]

Rosemarie “Chef Marie” Pagcaliwagan Living Food Chef Chef Marie Pagcaliwagan is the pioneer tastemaker of The Farm; while the resort formally celebrates its 20th anniversary, Chef Marie is already celebrating her 21st, as she came on board during the conceptualization stages to develop the menu of ALIVE! Vegan Restaurant, which has since won numerous international […]

“We are extremely proud of how The Farm has contributed to the Philippine tourism industry, local community and environmental sustainability. We’ve created transformative experiences for thousands of guests from around the world for more than two decades now,” said Rahul Chaudhary, Managing Director and CEO of CG Corp Global and CG Hospitality Holdings. Located amidst […]

Women leaders in wellness are driving positive change across the globe, inspiring others to prioritize their health and well-being. From advocating for mental health awareness to promoting holistic approaches to self-care, these leaders are shaping the future of wellness with their innovative ideas and compassionate leadership. Let’s celebrate their contributions and continue to support their […]