LaoLao Bay Golf & Resort Preparing for Phased Reopening Following Typhoon Damage

LaoLao Bay Golf & Resort continues restoration efforts following damage caused by Typhoon Shilaku and is currently preparing for a phased reopening of its golf course operations and key facilities.

Since the storm, the resort has prioritized safety inspections, course restoration, and infrastructure stabilization efforts. Encouraged by continued support and requests from local golfers, LaoLao Bay is planning a limited reopening of portions of the golf course in the near future.

The resort is currently reviewing a weekend-focused limited operation plan, with operations expected to expand gradually based on recovery progress and operational conditions.

The resort explained that operational golf cart availability remains significantly limited due to storm-related flooding, physical equipment damage, and battery failures caused by the prolonged island-wide power outage following the typhoon. Because of the terrain and layout of the property, golf cart usage is essential for normal course operations, making golf cart recovery and maintenance one of the resort’s most critical operational challenges.

In addition, ongoing supply chain and shipping disruptions following the typhoon have continued to affect the availability of replacement parts and repair equipment. Despite these limitations, the resort continues to move forward with restoration and reopening preparations.

To help maintain stable operations and preserve equipment conditions, LaoLao Bay Golf & Resort plans to introduce temporary adjustments to certain golf cart operating policies and usage guidelines. Additional operational details will be announced together with reopening schedules.

A resort representative stated, “All departments are currently focused on recovery and stabilization efforts, with safe and reliable reopening remaining our highest priority. While full normalization will take time, we are committed to gradually restoring operations within realistic conditions for the benefit of our local community and future visitors.”

During the recovery period, LaoLao Bay Golf & Resort has continued operating its driving range every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday to support recreation, wellness, and community activity for local residents despite ongoing power restoration challenges on the island.

The resort plans to gradually expand golf course operations and available services as recovery efforts continue. Additional updates and operational details will be announced in the near future.