The Inter-Agency Task Force (IAFT) has allowed the holding of Miss Universe Philippines 2021 pageant in Bohol from September 1 to October. This was confirmed in a virtual press conference Friday, September 24 by Presidential spokesman Harry Roque.
In an Instagram post today by Miss Universe Philippines Organization, the grand coronation night will be held on September 30 at the Henann Resort Convention Center in Panglao, Bohol.
"We started the competition in Clark, Pampanga, now we’re flying to Bohol for the coronation! The Miss Universe Philippines Organization is very happy to announce that the Province of Bohol will be our host for the Miss Universe Philippines 2021 Pageant. The finals will be on September 30 at the Henann Resort Convention Center in Panglao, Bohol. We are grateful to the Governor Arthur Yap, the Bohol LGUs and Tourism board and the IATF for allowing us to stage this year’s pageant in this most idyllic destination," the post captioned.
The pageant's creative director, Jonas Gaffud, also confirmed via Instagram the official venue.
"Thank you so much 🙏🏼 Miss Universe will be held in Bohol. Finals on September 30 💜🇵🇭," Gaffud wrote on Instagram.
Here are the safety protocols that will be implemented during the event
The Miss Universe Philippines Organization is committed to revitalizing the live events, hospitality, and tourism industries in these challenging times. Being compliant to IATF-approved health and safety protocols is our way of showing that we can responsibly hold live events so our country can move forward in the new normal. We will be implementing the following to ensure a safe event for everyone involved.
- Only fully vaccinated individuals will be allowed to be part of the MUPh bubble. This includes delegates, MUPh staff, production, audience members and all the allied suppliers.
- Only those with negative RT-PCR results will be allowed to enter the bubble and travel to Bohol. There will be no close interaction with anyone outside of the bubble including the locals.
- All pageant activities inside Henann Resort will be secured and cordoned off from the public and anyone who are not part of the bubble.
- Engineering and administrative controls will be strictly enforced. Face masks and face shields will be required to be worn at all times.
- The venue, buses and areas where MUPh will hold activities willl be disinfected before and after the events.
- Most meals will be individually packed and delivered to rooms. These will be consumed inside the rooms.
- Special dining events will be held in al fresco dining areas and only 1 table person.
- A safety committee composed of MUPh, Bohol LGU, and Hotel will oversee and implement the IATF guidelines. Safety officers and safety marshals will be present at all times to ensure that guidelines are followed.
The Province of Bohol is our partner in promoting this responsible and responsive way of holding live events and tourism in the new normal. Together, our intention is to inspire our nation and give hope to Filipinos that we can triumph over this pandemic.