MARCO POLO Davao (MPD) is now gearing to improve its Halal services to cater to the Middle East market following the recent launch of Doha-Davao direct route by Qatar Airways. “We are now preparing for our Halal friendly facilities. In the Cafe Marco we have the Halal section,” said MPD communications officer Jeline Mariz G. Galagar. The five-star rating recently conferred by the Department of Tourism (DoT) reaffirms Marco Polo Davao’s position as the creme de la creme accommodation at the heart of Davao. “We are the only hotel in Davao and in Mindanao being recognized with five star rating. Marco Polo always strive to be the preferred hotel in the city and in Mindanao,” MPD general manager Colin Healy said. “We will continue to improve our services. We will continue improving. We have the right team that is the key and strength of the hotel. My job is to mentor and take care of them, we reach out and listen to them and share experiences.” — Maya M. Padillo