The Tibiao Fish Spa experience

I was invited to be part of the grand opening of the new Tibiao Fish Spa branch at the Lower Ground Floor of SM City Iloilo last October 20, 2010. The simple program began with a ribbon cutting ceremony then blessing of the area followed by short speeches by the founders, a prayer of dedication, and cocktails. Guests then were given the chance to experience the all-new fish spa services such as the VIP fish spa and full-body fish spa which are the firsts in the Philippines.

Tibiao Fish Spa is one of the pioneers of fish therapy in the Philippines where small fish nibbling on the dead layers of a client’s skin are used to massage and exfoliate the feet. Unlike other fish spas which use imported Dr. Fish, Tibiao Fish Spa stands out because it uses local fish proudly sourced from Tibiao, Antique enabling it also to offer much more affordable rates. This is also the first of its kinds located inside SM Supermalls throughout the country, in fact in the only one that is mall based. That's why bigger SM Supermalls like SM City Cebu and SM North EDSA are hinting they also want a branch of this very affordable fish spa.

Tibiao Fish Spa Company is a new enterprise established and operated by young entrepreneurs from the University of the Philippines Visayas. Its first branch is in Tibiao, Antique which opened in mid-2009. The company aims to provide a unique venue for recreation and relaxation at affordable prices while simultaneously promoting tourism in the town of Tibiao and province of Antique. The fish spa is part of a bigger tourism thrust of the town - Katahum Tours which is also operated by the same group of entreps.

The young entreps and a representive from the City Gov’t officially opened the new and better Tibiao Fish Spa

The regular spa area with fish tanks that can accommodate 8-10 persons. One can choose the small fishes or the big ones that gives a more challenge experience.

The VIP spa has leather sofas and posh pillows plus warm and regulated water plus soft lighting and complete privacy from the mall crowd.

Cocktails treats from an apt source, the famous Tibiao Bakery.

Because of frequent requests by guests from Iloilo, the company decided to establish a branch in Iloilo City. The company also hopes the Iloilo City branch of Tibiao Fish Spa will complement the growing tourism industry in the city and make the fishspalaxing lifestyle available to a wider range of customers.

It will soon launch it's mobile fish spa facility and will go rounds around schools in Iloilo City. Furthermore, Tibiao Fish Spa is a proud sponsor of the 1st Visayas Blogging Summit and Philippine Blog Awards 2010 - Visayas on Nov. 27. Participants to these two events will surely enjoy the the "Tibiao Fish Spa" experience.

Portions of the article lifted (plus more photos) from TFS Facebook
More at http://www.tibiaofishspa.com

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