In the province of Caraga Region in Mindanao, there is a hidden hideaway called Amontay Beach Resort which has its soft opening last August 5. The resort boasts of crystal-clear waters and powdery sands, thus earning the reputation as “Little Boracay” of the South. Its owner and general manager, Henry L. Tan, aims to promote the province’s tourism by operating the first-ever Bali-inspired Hotel and Restaurant by the Sea in the heart of Nasipit, Agusan Del Norte.

Tan is also the owner of Goat 2 Geder Hotel and Restaurant located in Montalban Street, Butuan City. Starting out as a small eatery in 2004, it is named after its special recipes out of goat’s meat or “kambing,” Its delectable cuisines such as kilawin, kaldereta, up and down or sinigang na ulo at paa ng kambing get the patronage of people from different cities. In 2007, he officially opened Goat 2 Geder Hotel and Restaurant to accommodate more customers who want a taste of their famed dishes. The establishment can be reached via a 45-minute drive from Amontay Beach Resort.

Providing a means of transport to its customers, Tan recently sought a partnership with Foton Motor Philippines to acquire the Foton Mini-Coach bus. The 34-seater vehicle comfortably transports guests from the airport, pier, hotel and restaurant to Amontay (and vice versa) with a lot of room for luggages room. The Foton Mini-Coach is especially enjoyed by big groups visiting the area. “Guests are transported from the business center to the beach resort quickly, comfortably, safely, and economically,” Tan says.

With Amontay Beach Resort fully opening this November and the Foton Mini-Coach as its official transport, it is expected to be one of the premier destinations in the South.