Theme Parks, Amusement Parks, and Water Parks [Archive] - Page 2

OtAkAw

May 31st, 2007, 09:04 AM

I posted this in the MOVIES thread already, might as well post it in this thread.
Nakakainggit ang mga KANO! Kelan kaya tayo magkakaganito dito sa Pinas?

http://img443.imageshack.us/img443/7981/officialpwlogoky5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Universal Studios to open Harry Potter theme park!
From Mugglenet.com (http://mugglenet.com)

Universal Studios and Warner Brothers made a joint announcement this evening from Leavesden Studios on the set of Dumbledore's Office to reveal that a Harry Potter theme park is currently in development. The image to the left is the first piece of concept art for the park: Hogsmeade Village.

Here's what we learned from Potter set designer Stuart Craig and a representative from Universal Studios (both of them hosted the big reveal):

- "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort"
- Announcement was made live via internet at 12:01 AM EST today to select media, including MuggleNet.
- Areas of park to include Hogsmeade, Hogwarts Castle, and the Forbidden Forest.
- 20 engineers working on project.
- Universal came to WB looking for authenticity.
- Potter park to be built in "Islands of Adventure" area of Universal.
- Stuart wants to "take his grandchildren" to the park.
- Opening early 2010.
- Universal's Potter website to be available at this link soon.
- JK Rowling has been involved "since the very beginning" of the project. Also "supportive and encouraging."
- Stuart thinks that the park will be better off in the United States.
- Have been in design "for at least a year and a half."
- "Important that the theme park represents the entire saga from Book 1 to Book 7"

In a rather cute way to end the announcement, the Universal representative asks Stuart Craig, "Now where's Dumbledore?" Stuart paused for a moment, looked around the office, and replied, "He was just here."

Concept ART:

OWL'S EYE VIEW OF THE PARK
http://img443.imageshack.us/img443/7510/officialpwposteres1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

HOGWARTS CASTLE
http://img443.imageshack.us/img443/1949/officialpwcastlepl7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

HOGSMEADE VILLAGE
http://img409.imageshack.us/img409/784/officialpwhogsmeadetg4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Shucks! Naiinggit ako sa mga nandyan sa States, ang swerte niyo naman! Now I have another reason to become even more desperate to come and visit the United States!

Sinjin P.

May 31st, 2007, 09:08 AM

Dapat magjoint venture ang mga may-ari ng Enchanted Kingdom, StarCity, Splash Island, Zoobic Safari, Ocean Adventure, etc para gumawa ng isang mega theme park sa Pinas :D

el_dasik_oo1

May 31st, 2007, 09:11 AM

nyek! gusto mo Harry Potter dito sa Pinas? hmmm... bakit di kaya.. Pinoy Mythologies.. o di ba? tipong mga "Lam-ang", "Bernardo Carpio", etc. :D

Jhaelnis: oo nga eh.. Alam ko yung lumang Starcity, open area sila eh. Parang katulad din siya dati ng EK.. Pero yun ngayon lang talaga.. tsk tsk tsk Bilhin na lang sana ng SM ang Starcity tapos ilipat sa SM Baycity. Ayus yan.. hehe

Sinjin P.

May 31st, 2007, 09:13 AM

Dapat idemolish ang buong StarCity, palitan nalang ng huge open park at pagkatapos ay ilipat ang StarCity sa Bulacan, Laguna or Cavite. And ofcourse, dapat new and improved. :D

el_dasik_oo1

May 31st, 2007, 09:26 AM

Mas maganda siguro kung sa Bulacan or basta sa North para convenient para sa mga taga-norte di ba?

Insanedriver

May 31st, 2007, 09:42 AM

LOTR park na lang :D
Me rivendell, shire, minas tirith...
o diba ang ganda ganda nun :D

el_dasik_oo1

May 31st, 2007, 09:47 AM

eing.. Punta ka na lang sa New Zealand. hehehe.. Baka gusto mo rin dagdag yung Narnia.. :P

Sinjin P.

May 31st, 2007, 10:01 AM

Theme Park nalang na may Ibong Adarna, Maria Clara, Florante at Laura, Crisostomo Ibarra, Padre Damaso, etc. :hahaha:

el_dasik_oo1

May 31st, 2007, 10:46 AM

Gawin bang theme park ang Intramuros? *oops! baka me makabasa, baka totohanin. awayin nanaman ng NHI yun. :lol:*

Old School na yan.. Mas maganda kung Mulawin o *ano nga ba yung isa?*.. or better kung recent lang.. ROUNIN. :D

Insanedriver

May 31st, 2007, 11:02 AM

wag naman rounin :D

el_dasik_oo1

May 31st, 2007, 11:08 AM

OT: Pinoy Big Brother? hehe.. teka mas bagay ata Circus sa kanila. :lol:

le Reine

May 31st, 2007, 11:35 AM

gosh, ok naman star city. masaya naman kahit papaano. sana may harry potter theme park din dito...naiinggit ako

Insanedriver

May 31st, 2007, 01:00 PM

i would love to cast the Avra Kedavra curse on somebody :laugh:

Waldenstrom

May 31st, 2007, 01:39 PM

There was Dreamworld Theme Park in Naic, Cavite but it was deferred in 1998 due to Asian crisis. Sayang. Mas maganda pa bale yun sa EK. :( Sana matuloy pa rin.

kiretoce

May 31st, 2007, 02:28 PM

Just resurrect the Nayong Pilipino concept, and include shows and rides with it. Then you'll have a theme park that has cultural, historical, and fun and amusement segments all in one. :okay:

kyle@1008

May 31st, 2007, 04:20 PM

what about Erap land.... we'll put erap in a cage as the main attraction... anyways he's under house arrest,.. might as well earn from it..

Insanedriver

May 31st, 2007, 05:03 PM

^^ yeah, in that way we could get the amount of the stolen money back

basti

June 1st, 2007, 06:03 PM

Di ba may planong theme park dapat ang Uniwide? Coastal City ba yun? I remember the commercials on "Battle of the Brains". May pinapakitang rollercoaster na naglu-loop

el_dasik_oo1

June 2nd, 2007, 08:10 AM

Di ba sa me naic, cavite yang Coastal City tapos yung Dreamland dun sa me Tagaytay or Alfonso, Cavite? :?

Tsaka anyway, wala nanaman Uniwide eh.. Bankcrupt na.. *ata* :D

upbnsfrrfan

August 10th, 2007, 10:23 PM

This is what EK needs to call "Space Shuttle", not that wimpy one that they have right now

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSy5f6zwZFw :rock:

:cheers:
Larry

The Cebuano Exultor

August 10th, 2007, 10:29 PM

YouTube is blocked in our dorm so i can't see it. Can you just tell me which roller-coaster that video specifically showcases?

Thanks. :cheers2:

upbnsfrrfan

August 10th, 2007, 10:35 PM

Deja-Vu @ Six Flags Magic Mountain. Kinda like the Space Shuttle in EK, but you are lifted backwards in a 90 degree angle before being released.

Larry

sasuke41

August 18th, 2007, 10:09 AM

EK should build something like tatsu, X, superman and riddler's revenge

Tatsu-fastest, tallest flying roller coaster
http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x275/dslyakov/13tatsu_big.jpg

X- largest 4th dimention roller coaster
http://www.tms.org/pubs/journals/JOM/0205/fig1.gif

Riddler's revenge- tallest stand-up roller coaster
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1283/1155595806_2ef11f58e8.jpg?v=0

OtAkAw

August 18th, 2007, 06:17 PM

^^Wow, ang sarap sumakay sa mga yan!

Insanedriver

August 18th, 2007, 08:44 PM

i wanna ride on that thing!

sasuke41

August 19th, 2007, 08:37 AM

tried them all and tatsu was the best and riddler's revenge is the most insane. i almost collapsed in that thing when i came of it.

chocolato1000

August 19th, 2007, 03:22 PM

YouTube is blocked in our dorm so i can't see it. Can you just tell me which roller-coaster that video specifically showcases?

Thanks. :cheers2:

dude, try using some proxy websites. you can evade detection coz it's encrypted. open as much banned sites you want.

try these: www.anonymouse.org, www.ecoproxy.com

Insanedriver

August 19th, 2007, 08:52 PM

^^ lol...
pretty funny that they blocked those sites here too :lol:

upbnsfrrfan

August 19th, 2007, 09:23 PM

Here is a video of X:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMPG6cO7Yyc

I rode X, superman, and Riddlers revenge. Tatsu, not yet. X gave me headache just because of all the spinning and you have no sense of direction as to where you are already. Riddler is the smoothest coaster i've ridden. Superman sucks!!!

Larry

sasuke41

August 20th, 2007, 08:04 AM

^^
tatsu's great. it was so smooth that i never felt a thing except for the giant pretzel loop:nuts:

kalbongdad

August 21st, 2007, 05:48 AM

i think my hair will grow back on....once i try those extreme rides....the most scary thing that i rode are only those disney roller coasters...

Lili

August 21st, 2007, 06:25 AM

Oh My, that X roller coaster ride is wickedly twisted.

kiretoce

August 22nd, 2007, 01:19 AM

http://www.realcoasters.com/images/islandsofadventure/duelingdragons11.jpg

http://www.realcoasters.com/images/islandsofadventure/duelingdragons12.jpg

http://www.realcoasters.com/images/islandsofadventure/duelingdragons14.jpg

http://www.realcoasters.com/images/islandsofadventure/duelingdragons1.jpg

http://www.realcoasters.com/images/islandsofadventure/duelingdragons2_t.jpg http://www.realcoasters.com/images/islandsofadventure/duelingdragons3_t.jpg http://www.realcoasters.com/images/islandsofadventure/duelingdragons5_t.jpg

http://www.realcoasters.com/images/islandsofadventure/duelingdragons6_t.jpg http://www.realcoasters.com/images/islandsofadventure/duelingdragons8_t.jpg http://www.realcoasters.com/images/islandsofadventure/duelingdragons9_t.jpg

midwestguy1

August 22nd, 2007, 01:26 AM

That's pretty much the same as the batman right in SixFlags here in Missu.

Lili

August 22nd, 2007, 01:27 AM

^ That duelling dragons ride has an added fear factor that they might collide with each other on the approach. When I was in Universal Orlando, they closed that ride because they said there was a minor mishap.

midwestguy1

August 22nd, 2007, 01:29 AM

OH, I see that now, I didn't notice the dual ride there. Yeah, that would be an added fear. Too bad, I didn't get to ride that one in Orlando.

kiretoce

August 22nd, 2007, 01:33 AM

That duelling dragons ride has an added fear factor that they might collide with each other on the approach. When I was in Universal Orlando, they closed that ride because they said there was a minor mishap.

That is true Lili, in the first photo, the gap is only four to five feet if two people that are about 6-foot tall ride on opposing coasters. On the "Ice Coaster" (blue color) there's a section of the ride that looks like you're about to hit a wall! The "Fire Coaster" (red color) has more loops while the other coaster has more twists and "cobra rolls."

spearhead

February 17th, 2008, 08:12 PM

STAR CITY
http://www.starparks.com.ph/
http://www.rcdb.com/pd999.htm

http://i1.trekearth.com/photos/11961/gondola.jpg

VIDEOS:

Snow World
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7a-427Dgoc&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vGg_kstpGo&feature=related

Other rides:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpoGzzrAU-Q&NR=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMGqGMLFtpw

ENCHANTED KINGDOM
http://www.enchantedkingdom.com.ph/

Enchanted Kingdom is a theme park in the Philippines. It is located in Santa Rosa City, Laguna, about 26 kilometers (16.1 miles) from Manila. It has a land area of 17 hectares (41 acres). The park is managed and operated by Enchanted Kingdom Inc., formerly named Amtrust Leisure Corporation.

Enchanted Kingdom is a member of the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions.

VIDEOS
http://www.metacafe.com/watch/466744/enchanted_kingdom_theme_park_rides/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhLxujsuCaw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGr6K3WZGUM&feature=related

spearhead

February 18th, 2008, 07:58 PM

I thnk the Manla Ocean Park should also be incuded here.

kiretoce

February 18th, 2008, 08:03 PM

^^ It should, but MOP's thread has been there since the inception of the marine themed park. This thread was originally meant for those theme and amusement parks already in existence in the Philippines.

spearhead

February 18th, 2008, 08:07 PM

It doesn't make any sense to me... A theme park is a theme park, no matter what they display there... Oh well i dont really care... :D

bariQ

February 18th, 2008, 08:58 PM

nayong pilipino?

johnmizer

February 19th, 2008, 12:04 AM

ano na nagyari sa expo pilipino? anybody here witnessed its anoitheatre being lit like a lantern? they said it could be only be seen from an airplane,

chocolato1000

February 19th, 2008, 07:46 AM

^^ wasted?

rustyboi

February 19th, 2008, 10:43 AM

astig yung Star Flyer ng Star City, the first and only hanging coaster in the country. we were at the launching day of that ride, spent the whole day with friends. we had so much fun!

here's a youtube clip
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Star Flyer

But for me, Enchanted Kingdom's Space Shuttle is still the BEST! :okay:

mwg12a

February 19th, 2008, 02:41 PM

Looks short and smaller than average from that video. It could of just be how it was angled...

spearhead

February 20th, 2008, 11:00 PM

EK should have the same ride as the Star Flyer but make it higher than 100 ft.

ano na nagyari sa expo pilipino? anybody here witnessed its anoitheatre being lit like a lantern? they said it could be only be seen from an airplane,

oo nga ano nangyari dun?
:)

Sinjin P.

February 23rd, 2008, 08:49 AM

Btw, who owns and manages Star City? It looks as if they are very financially capable. I hope they move Star City somewhere else since the setup of their park makes me claustrophobic.

papable

February 24th, 2008, 11:57 AM

Btw, who owns and manages Star City? It looks as if they are very financially capable. I hope they move Star City somewhere else since the setup of their park makes me claustrophobic.

Star City is owned and managed by the Elizaldes, who also own radio stations (DZRH in Manila, DYRC and DYBU in Cebu, etc.), as well as Aliw theater. The group is also the organizer of the yearly Aliwan festival (contest of different regional festivals). They lease the property from CCP.

spearhead

February 24th, 2008, 03:27 PM

Does Star City operating all year, or seasonal?

OtAkAw

February 26th, 2008, 04:12 PM

I want superscary roller coasters here in the Philippines. Like that Dueling Dragons or the Hulk Coaster both in Islands of Adventure. Space Shuttle gets boring after 2 rides.

johnmizer

February 27th, 2008, 12:14 AM

si pain b yang nasa avatar mo?

MackyK

April 6th, 2008, 09:08 PM

Universal Studios theme park soon to rise in RP
By Zinnia De La Peña
Monday, April 7, 2008

The arrival of a Universal Studios theme park in the Philippines is creating a huge buzz after the Genting Berhad Group secured the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp.(Pagcor)’s nod for its proposed project within the Las Vegas-like Bagong Nayong Pilipino-Manila Bay Integrated Tourism City.

Pagcor chairman and chief executive officer Efraim Genuino said the Genting Group has committed to develop 35 hectares of the 90-hectare prime reclaimed land facing Manila Bay into a world-class tourist destination.

Genuino said the Genting Berhad Group is planning to invest $3 billion in the Manila Bay Integrated City, the Philippines’ biggest tourism development project.

The Genting Berhad Group owns the Genting Highlands Resort in Malaysia and holds the exclusive development rights of film giant Universal Studios in Asia. It has teamed up with its subsidiary Star Cruises and Alliance Global Inc., the listed investment holding firm of retail tycoon Andrew Tan, for its proposed project in the $15-20 billion casino resort complex along Manila Bay.

Genuino said the Genting Berhard Group’s proposal includes the development of leisure and entertainment facilities including a theme park, state-of-the-art theaters, amusement and cultural centers, retail and gaming center and hotels.

Universal Studio’s movie-theme Hollywood park has 13 attractions based on movies including Shrek, Jurassic Park and The Terminator. Excluding its restaurants and theaters, the theme park alone draws about four million visitors a year.

Besides Hollywood, Universal Studios has other parks in Orlando, Barcelona and Osaka, Japan.

Another investor group, Aruze Corp. of Japan is planning to put up an integrated resort featuring a hotel with 2,000 standard rooms and 300 VIP suites; a major oceanarium targeted to be the world’s largest; theaters, a sports arena, a Holy museum and a giant ferris wheel similar to the London Eye to be known as the Manila Eye.

The Aruze Group is likewise infusing $3 billion in capital for the development of 40 hectares of land in the Manila Bay Integrated City.

Genuino said Aruze, a leading gaming machine maker known for its ties with the popular Wynn Resorts in Las Vegas and Macau, may start development of its project in the second quarter this year which may take two years to complete.

Other groups whose project concepts have been approved by Pagcor include Bloomburry Investments Ltd. of Australia which will develop 15 hectares of the reclaimed prime land, and the SM Investments Corp. (SMIC).

Bloomburry plans to build a hotel, sports arena and other tourist attractions.

Genuino said SMIC has yet to hatch a plan for the Manila Bay Integrated City but said this would be a unique concept.

Tessie Sy, SMIC vice-chair, said that aside from developments within the Mall of Asia complex along Roxas Boulevard, the company may work on something in the future to further promote the tourism estate.

SMIC, together with international hotel firms Carlson Hotels Asia Pacific and Accor will develop and manage a 350-room hotel in SM Bay City, which will be located near the SMX Convention Center.

Meantime, two administration congressmen supported yesterday the Integrated Tourism City, saying the nation should rake in billions in potential income from the project instead of growing grass on reclaimed land.

“We also need jobs. We have 430,000 new college graduates a year, but not all can be absorbed by existing companies,” Palawan Rep. Antonio Alvarez, House trade and industry committee chairman, said in the midst of reports that Catholic bishops are opposing the plan.

Manila Rep. Amado Bagatsing said he would prefer “that we grow money instead of grass on reclaimed land in Manila Bay.”

Alvarez said the Pagcor project would put the country in a position to catch a portion of China’s increasing spending on gambling.

“Due to China’s growing affluence, its 1.3 billion people are spending $70 billion in gambling bets a year, according to one estimate,” he said.

He said the gambling revenues of Macau, a Chinese territory, increased by 47 percent to $10.34 billion last year and have exceeded those of Las Vegas.

He said the Pagcor project could also prevent rich Filipinos from going to Macau or Las Vegas and would allow them to “just spend their money here.” - With Jess Diaz

http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Headlines&p=49&type=2&sec=24&aid=20080406102

benchjade

April 6th, 2008, 11:01 PM

di nga, Universal Studios sa Pinas? excited na ako!

Waldenstrom

April 7th, 2008, 12:00 AM

:eek2: i really hope this will push through! laguna, pampanga, cebu, davao or cavite (gentri-trece savannah area) would be a very good location!

diz

April 7th, 2008, 02:50 AM

It's gonna be in PAGCOR's thingy.

habagatcentral1

April 7th, 2008, 02:51 AM

Nyahaha!!! If ever this proceeds, no need to LAX for Universal Studios. :D

c0kelitr0

April 7th, 2008, 05:04 AM

hindi mangyayari yan. i think ibang theme park ilalagay ng Genting sa Manila Bay.

abodephils

April 7th, 2008, 05:13 AM

anonymous_filipino

April 7th, 2008, 05:27 AM

mikenowgood

April 7th, 2008, 05:45 AM

that news is really misleading. see my post on the Bagong Nayong Pilipino Entertainment City thread and you'll find about my opinion about that news. it is really misleading, Filipino Journalism inaccuracy.

anonymous filipino is correct. The first Universal Studios theme park in Southeast Asia is currently being built already in Singapore as part of the Resorts World at Sentosa where Genting is also a major investor. Part of the agreement was not to build a Universal Studios park in Southeast Asia within 10 years of operation I think. Universal Studios parks are also being built in South Korea and Dubai.

Link: http://www.resortsworldatsentosa.com/en_universalstudio.html

If you visit the Singapore forum there are construction pictures already.

habagatcentral1

April 7th, 2008, 05:46 AM

Misleading ang news...tsktsk. Pero sana magkaroon nga nyan dito sa Pinas.

kiretoce

April 7th, 2008, 05:55 AM

Hmm....I'll believe it when I see it.

benchjade

April 7th, 2008, 07:49 AM

kung matuloy yan, no need to go to osaka.

_zner_

April 7th, 2008, 09:16 AM

Huh! Sana matuloy kasi dream come true sa lahat na makapunta sana sa Universal Studios sa Hollywood! Galing nyan!!!!!:cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::applause::applause::applause::applause::applause::)

pano yung studio tour? :nuts: honestly, sunburn lang inabot ko dun sa universal studios hollywood. medyo boring. nabasa pa ako sa waterword na yan. :lol: mas ok kung six flags.. :banana:

kunoL8

April 9th, 2008, 06:21 AM

I think the author assumed that Genting will also be bringing Universal to the Philippines since it's building one in Singapore. Baka masyadong na-excite.

Waldenstrom

April 9th, 2008, 10:44 AM

well I think we should put up Star City branches for now. :D

benchjade

April 9th, 2008, 01:37 PM

magdilang anghel na lang sana yung writer nung news na yan hehhe

bacolodchamp

July 22nd, 2008, 02:11 PM

CARRIBEAN WATERPARK & RESOTEL
June 9, 2008. Carribean WaterPark and Resotel, Goldenfield Commercial Complex, Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Philippines. The Newly Opened Water Park in Bacolod City.

Photos from Flickr by junjun tan

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3147/2567213185_7d841d8798.jpg?v=0

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2250/2567265457_78eec56628.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3104/2568099740_54b0afd090.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3072/2569015442_b65eb30fc7.jpg?v=0

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3067/2569026398_30f0543d2c.jpg?v=0

kiretoce

July 22nd, 2008, 02:53 PM

^^ Just looks like a huge swimming pool to me. Where are all the water rides?

SUV111

July 22nd, 2008, 03:27 PM

^^ they just have a 4 storey high water slide and a sunken ship.

bacolodchamp

July 22nd, 2008, 06:23 PM

^^ Just looks like a huge swimming pool to me. Where are all the water rides?

^^ they just have a 4 storey high water slide and a sunken ship.

:lol::lol::lol: its a "mini" theme park cum water park....would it not qualify in this category?

SUV111

July 23rd, 2008, 05:24 AM

this one is like waterfun in sucat...but its a bit smaller lang but somehow it can be qualified as a waterpark.

islandhoney

July 23rd, 2008, 07:15 AM

Matteo

July 23rd, 2008, 06:52 PM

^ nice pool though. but i dont think it can be called a water park.
this is a water park :D

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b332/MatteoMatt/HHmap2002.jpg

SUV111

July 23rd, 2008, 07:27 PM

^^ thats why its called mini water park :) for a place like bacolod its already something :) and you cant even find a place like this in western visayas :)

sheenreal

February 5th, 2009, 01:54 PM

GLORIA'S FANTASYLAND SOON!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3407/3254851459_988c949c8f.jpg?v=0

http://buklodsadapitan.com/wp-content/themes/buklodtheme/images/img_pageheader_gfl.jpg

Gloria’s FantasyLand

The biggest theme park outside of Metro Manila will also be constructed in Dapitan City. Gloria’s FantasyLand will be composed of 35 rides comparable to the Disneyland theme parks.

OLD WESTERN TRAIN

* An 18-seater mini train powered by a two-seater diesel locomotive prime mover that pulls the train in an existing mini forest area of FantasyLand.

MIDI FLUME RIDE

* A small version of Enchanted’s LOG JAM, the ride is likewise located inside the mini forest of the park. The midi flume was placed under old tress of the park so as to create a riverwild/forest ride atmoshere. This is a bit bigger than the river ride of Festival Malls’ Pixie Forest.

MINI COASTER RIDE

* Comparable to Roller skate ride of Enchanted Kingdom. It is also located in the area of the MIDI FLUME RIDE.

FLYING BALLS WHEEL RIDE

http://buklodsadapitan.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/ride_flyingballs.jpg
* A kiddie ride that functions like a Ferry’s wheel. It has six attractive ball-designed gondolas.

TEA CUPS RIDE / CHOCO CUPS

* Another exciting rides for kids. The ride is composed of six giant tea cups/choco cups rotating simulateously with its huge circular 9-meter metal base.

WONDER FLIGHT

* Made up of 8 fiberglass gondolas designed like the air balloon ride. It has a circular base of 8 meters.

TELECOMBAT RIDE

* A 24-seater / 12-gondola ride, a modern version of the famous octopus ride. It has a circular base of 12 meters.

CAROUSEL RIDE

* A design of mix animals, put together in one rotating base with its own music.

HORSE CAROUSEL RIDE

* An all horse carousel ride for kids and adult.

BUMPER CAR RIDE

* Ten (10) exciting electric bumper cars, housed inside a 12 meter
x 18 meter covered area with turbo lightings.

GIANT ROLLER COASTER

* A huge 20 meters x 47 meters based ride with a maximum speed of 40 miles per hour. This ride can accommodate 20 passengers at a time. An Italian made Pinfari ride named Zyclone.

APOLLO RIDE

* Unlike in Houston, this has no problem because it stays on the ground. It however gives the riders an illusion of being in the spaceship while inside this ride.

SWINGER RIDE

* A 32-seater circular ride with exciting light decorations. This ride has a 14 meter rotating base area covered by a fiberglass canopy.

PIRATE SHIP

* In other theme parks this is called GALLEON SHIP or ANCHORS AWAY ride. A 32- seater exciting ride with an imposing 30 meter high A-frame.

HAPPY JOURNEY RIDE

http://buklodsadapitan.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/ride_happyjourney-300x173.jpg
* An interactive ride. This is the first of its kind in the Philippines. The six electric powered cars is equipped with 2 laser guns for each car. There are 8 fiberglass animal figures made for targets.

FIGHT SHARK RIDE

* Likewise a first in the country, another interactive ride with 12 boats equipped with 2 water guns per boat. This ride can accommodate 24 shooters at a time.

HORROR WALK

* A place for suspense and thrill seekers. This house is designed by the group of Tony Tuviera of TAPE and APT Productions. APT Productions is the producers of the successful first Filipino animated movie URDUJA.

FERRY’S WHEEL

* The park will not be complete without this ride.

GO KART RACE CIRCUIT

* 10 GO KART racing units in an exciting and challenging race course.

kiretoce

February 6th, 2009, 09:36 AM

^^ Nice! :okay:

a_terisk78y™

February 6th, 2009, 01:23 PM

Cebu's 1st EcoTourism Zone, IMPERIAL WATERPARK RESORT & SPA:

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Naga Boy

February 6th, 2009, 04:47 PM

CWC Top Tourist Drawer in Bicol
http://www.camsurwatersportscomplex.com/images/ALL_NEW_SKATE_PARK.jpg

Extreme sports

Naga Boy

February 7th, 2009, 06:47 PM

http://www.cwcwake.com/photo_album/main.php?cmd=image&var1=Site+Photos%2FCWC+%2832%29.JPG&var2=500_85_cwc_mid.png_RD

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kiretoce

February 7th, 2009, 10:47 PM

^^ Nice to see that the Philippines is gaining prominence as a destination for Xtreme Sports. :okay:

ngprofflorida

February 8th, 2009, 04:29 AM

federalist

February 8th, 2009, 08:04 AM

very very nice. thumbs up!

kennethologist

February 9th, 2009, 12:13 PM

Some Rumor:

Disneyland Manila is coming! ...well technically... Disneyland Bulacan is coming... it's rumored that Disney bought a piece of the bulacan mountain (w/c is somewhere near SJDM) a looong time ago to develop the popular theme park. rumor has it that the land was bought way before HK Disneyland was developed... YAY or NAY? :lol:

Another Rumor:

Secretly, a Macau-like developement is under construction in Luzon (hulaan niyo nalang kung saan! :lol: ) . The developers are coy about it and prefers not to disclose details to the media as it could be an open feast for politicians who might want to derail it... YAY or NAY? :lol:

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it's just rumors, could be true, couldn't be so don't take it seriously... i'll have to research a lot to confirm these but those are some interesting stories! :D just imagine kung totoo nga! :lol:

kennethologist

February 9th, 2009, 12:19 PM

^^ if you look harder on SSC or google... you'll find something about the second rumor... :lol:

kiretoce

February 9th, 2009, 12:38 PM

^^ Another Disney theme park in Asia within two hours (Hong Kong) and five hours (Tokyo) flight from the Philippines won't likely happen. The market is already oversaturated. The same with Universal Studios, aside from the one in Osaka; there are also plans on setting up its own theme parks in Shanghai and Singapore.

kennethologist

February 9th, 2009, 01:26 PM

The Cebuano Exultor

February 9th, 2009, 03:22 PM

There are a lot of cities claiming to have a Disney park venture lately like Seoul, Sydney, and Karachi. But they're all bullocks.

Only the Disneyland Shanghai-venture has been officially confirmed by the Walt Disney Company as the site of their newest park.

Runrunandclingtolife

February 10th, 2009, 02:54 PM

White water rafting in CDO.

WawaY[625]

February 11th, 2009, 02:53 PM

The same with Universal Studios, aside from the one in Osaka; there are also plans on setting up its own theme parks in Shanghai and Singapore.
u/c na ang Universal Studios dito sa Singapore,my gf is part of the team na gumagawa ng structural details ng rollercoaster and some other rides :D

davaoeagle

February 11th, 2009, 06:09 PM

^^

I've seen pictures of it's massive construction. I guess some parts of the park reclaimed a a big portion of the river or bay.

WawaY[625]

February 12th, 2009, 02:29 AM

iba ata yun ibig mong sabihin (marina bay sands ata tawag dun) Universal studios is at sentosa, fronting the cruise center (Dunno though if may nireclaim na lupa dun, last year nung nagsimula sila parang wala naman ni reclaim)

davaoeagle

February 12th, 2009, 10:17 AM

^^

Pretty sure I saw Univ Studios in those photos from a friend based in Singapore. I'll have a look at the pics again to be sure.

sheenreal

February 14th, 2009, 07:01 AM

alheaine

February 15th, 2009, 11:26 AM

http://photos.friendster.com/photos/25/07/31497052/1_267679426l.jpg

can any one tell me where is this in the face of the philippines?
it's so amazing..i'm so mesmerized..i wanna visit it one day!!!!Ö™

Waldenstrom

February 15th, 2009, 12:10 PM

^^ Fantasy World, Lemery, Batangas

dinabaw

February 16th, 2009, 04:10 AM

http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/499/decembersslidesuh3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
These two highspeed 300 ft flumes Mar 1st 2009
Don't miss the fun

Big Big Big!
BY MAYA M. PADILLO
Mindanao Daily Mirror
February 16, 2009

In March this year, something big and amazing will happen in the Island Garden City of Samal (IGACOS) as the country’s biggest water slides open at Bluejaz Beach Resort and Waterpark in Caliclic, Babak.

The 300-foot water slides will give beachgoers more fun in the sun. Apart from the water slides, additional attractions will be the two adult high speed slides to the waterpark and an extra swimming pool and bumper boats plus water raft rides.

A zipline will also be put up on top of the slides and the swimming pool.

Canadian owner Richard Middleton said the park is designed to cater to families and children. “We want the people to enjoy themselves here in the resort,” he said.

Bluejaz Resort opened its first three slides as well as a children’s water play area on September 12, 2008.

Situated in an 11-hectare property in Samal, Bluejaz was opened to the public last year as the region’s newest destination.

The water park is complete with an infinity pool overlooking Davao Gulf, children’s swimming/paddling pool below the infinity pool, children’s pool with waterfall, and toddler’s pool at the children’s water slides.

“Bluejaz Pirates Adventure,” the children’s water slide area, is open on weekdays and weekends. It is a self contained water slide area consisting of the resort’s newest water park attraction including three adventure water slides: Pirates Revenge, a 30-meter medium speed water slide ending in a cool splash at the bottom of the run; The Samal Shark, the second longest slide in the ‘Bluejaz Pirates Adventure’ area a fun way to keep cool on our tree shaded play area; and The Caliclic Escape for younger guests which is a short eight meter slide ending in a shallow play area.

Bluejaz boasts of clear water and white sand beach. It has 21 rooms, air conditioned and non-air conditioned.

Super Fiji Suites are P3,500 per room per night and good for two to five persons and an additional of P300 per head per night will be charged for the excess of two.

De Luxe Jazmin Room with private bathroom, shower, and garden at P2,500 per room per night is good for two to four persons only and excess of two will be P300 per head per night.

The White House with four superior bedrooms and two bathrooms is also available for rent for nightly, weekly or monthly for P12,000. It could accommodate from eight to 20 persons. Additional of P300 per head per night will be charged for the excess of eight.

All rooms in The White House is airconditioned with fridge, microwave in dinning area, TV/meeting room, hot and cold shower, private parking area and located facing the Polaris water pool and Davao Gulf.

Standard tropical room is non-airconditioned room and is offering island living at a budget rate with private bathroom and comes with a queen size bed that can sleep up to six persons. Additional cost will be charged to extra three to six persons. The room costs P1,900 per night.

Backpackers Paradise is a European style accommodation. This is a non-airconditioned co-ed dorm with double decks, common bathroom and shower facilities. The resort is offering a special student rate of P550 per person per night.

An additional 10 percent service charge is applied to all room charges.

Overnight open cottages are available from 2:00 p.m. to 12:00 noon. Front Gate P250 per head inclusive of the following: entrance fee, open cottage including round trip boat fare and free use of swimming pool and waterslides. Back gate P220 per head inclusive of entrance fee, open cottage, and free use of swimming pool and water slides.

The resort boasts a line up of international cuisine as well as world class accommodation.

Water sport equipment are available for rent: speedboat P5,000 per hour, jet ski for P3,500 for one hr and P2,200 for 30 minutes, Kayak for P200 per hour. Snorkeling, waterskiing, boat tours, and parasailing are also available in the resort.

Day tour costs P90 per head inclusive of the free use of three swimming pools, free children’s water play area, free unlimited use of the water slides, and free open cottages.

A P15 fee will be charged for the boat service (five minute trip) from Beachside Resort, Maryknoll Road, Lanang.

Bluejaz is offering VIP Club membership in which discounts, special VIP events, VIP invitations to new attractions, and monthly events await the members. Just contact telephone numbers in the Philippines 082 302 8411 and 082 303 1117 or direct line from Florida USA (727) 498 0215 for more information and inquiries or log on to www.bluejaz.net.

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dinabaw

February 16th, 2009, 05:08 AM

Coming soon...

Davao City soon to have a wakeboard park

February 9, 2009 by Taga Mindanao
Filed under Mindanaoan Update

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I simply couldn’t contain my utter excitement when I found out about this yesterday - and via Facebook, no less. Apparently, Davao City will soon have a wakeboard park! Construction of the Davao Wakeboard Park is allegedly underway and it’s set to be completed on April 2009. The grand opening of this new Davao City tourist attraction is slated for May 2009. Just in time for the tail end of summer 2009! As a certified water sports aficionado, I simply cannot wait to visit this complex soon!

For the uninitiated, wakeboarding is a surface water sport wherein a person uses a wakeboard (this one’s smaller than a surfboard but a little bit bigger than a skateboard) over the surface of a body of water. This sport was reportedly developed via a combination of water skiing, surfing and snowboarding techniques.

http://img178.imageshack.us/img178/7917/davaowakeboardparkxx7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Based on the vicinity map found on this page (which I also got from the DWP Facebook page), the Davao Wakeboard Park will be located somewhere near Tugbok and Mintal (which is roughly 20 minutes away from Ulas, Davao City and 10 minutes from Calinan)

Davao Wakeboarding (http://www.mindanaoan.com/2009/02/09/davao-city-soon-to-have-a-wakeboard-park/)

venntro

February 16th, 2009, 05:27 AM

^^ Good news for Davao's tourism!!

Rall

February 16th, 2009, 03:55 PM

^^ http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/499/decembersslidesuh3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Two 300 ft Waterslides in Samal, Davao
Don't miss the fun

next... will be the ziplines above.

bakasaurus

February 16th, 2009, 04:33 PM

Two 300 ft Waterslides in Samal, Davao
Don't miss the fun

next... will be the ziplines above.

Wow nice! Wala pa to nung pumunta kami ng Davao. Glad, there's always something more to try.:)

alheaine

February 17th, 2009, 06:35 AM

^^ Fantasy World, Lemery, Batangas

thank you waldenstrom..hehehehe,,have you been there already?ÖÜ™

jaygold06

March 6th, 2009, 04:28 AM

Can't wait for the construction of the proposed Warner Borthers Movie World theme park.:)

JulZ

March 7th, 2009, 03:24 AM

..and ung gagawing theme park ng SM...may nabasa ata ako

federalist

March 8th, 2009, 06:48 PM

Enchanted Kingdom eyes viable expansion in Cebu
Updated March 09, 2009 12:00 AM

CEBU, Philippines - Considering the huge potential tourism market in Cebu, Enchanted Kingdom is looking at a medium for a long-term prospect of investing in the area.

In an interview with Enchanted Kingdom chairman and president Mario O. Mamon, he shared that Cebu is a growth area that their company has long been looking at for possible expansions.

Mamon said that Cebu has the potential to draw in crowd for the entertainment and recreation industry that Enchanted Kingdom is serving because of its location.

“Cebu is the second international gateway of the country and it’s in fact the number one tourism destination and with its higher tourism potential, it seems to be insulated from the other problems of the country so we will truly consider Cebu as Enchanted Kingdom’s another area of expansion. It is the foremost choice in mind if ever we deicide to go South,” said Mamon.

He said that this will be considered a medium to long term plan but with the current financial crisis, Mamon said that participating in the recently concluded 5th Vis-Min Travel and Lifestyle Expo is the nearest they can go to explore the Cebu market.

Enchanted Kingdom was one of the 115 exhibitors in the show and Mamon said that this is their way of bringing more people to the park especially the market in the Visayas and Mindanao areas.

In an interview, Mamon shared that because Enchanted Kingdom caters to different markets such as the corporate groups, they are not sparred by the negative current global economic crisis.

“We have clients from the manufacturing and marketing groups and since most of these firms have laid off workers to cut on their costs, they are also cutting on expenditure on extra trips and activities on leisure and entertainment we are also affected,” said Mamon.

However, despite noting a slowdown of consumer spending, Mamon said that they are now slowly looking at a resurgence of guests in the park which started December of last year and is extending until now.

“With the different measures and events that we offer at the park, we have slowly attracted a wide spectrum of the market and this has balanced the business. Last year, we have faired marginally better than last 2007’s performance and this has been impressive because the turn around was made in December,” he said.

He said that this year, Enchanted Kingdom is looking at hitting a one million visitor mark despite the crisis.

And that they are looking forward to extending the stay of their visitors from the usual one day trip to a week stay by providing more facilities that guests can enjoy.

Mamon said that this plan is still a work in progress and they have held this off because of the financial crisis.

Recently, Enchanted Kingdom launched new facilities which include an event’s venue called Eldar’s Tent which holds the park’s big events, the horror SRRX!!! Experience which is a tie up with Regal Entertainment and the new 4D theatre that will be launched later this March.

Mamon, who is also the president of the Laguna Chamber of Commerce, said that the country’s entertainment industry continues to also thrive together with the growth of the tourism industry.

“During these times of crisis that we are experiencing, the tourism industry will serve as good buffer so if we can get our acts together, we can help make the tourism industry as one of the country’s strong prime movers,” said Mamon.— Rhia de Pablo (THE FREEMAN)

manila_eye

March 9th, 2009, 02:16 AM

johnmizer

March 9th, 2009, 04:18 AM

the ride(s) that i saw there (not rode) is more like perya like from what sa brochure, this would extend down to the taal lake itself, townhomes, hotels, theme park, etc,

hecky12

March 10th, 2009, 05:25 AM

^^ Fantasy World, Lemery, Batangas

if im not mistaken... ito yung location set ng MAJIKA ng GMA7...

venntro

March 10th, 2009, 06:07 AM

Enchanted Kingdom eyes viable expansion in Cebu (http://http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=446751&publicationSubCategoryId=108)
Updated March 09, 2009 12:00 AM

CEBU, Philippines - Considering the huge potential tourism market in Cebu, Enchanted Kingdom is looking at a medium for a long-term prospect of investing in the area.

In an interview with Enchanted Kingdom chairman and president Mario O. Mamon, he shared that Cebu is a growth area that their company has long been looking at for possible expansions.

Mamon said that Cebu has the potential to draw in crowd for the entertainment and recreation industry that Enchanted Kingdom is serving because of its location.

“Cebu is the second international gateway of the country and it’s in fact the number one tourism destination and with its higher tourism potential, it seems to be insulated from the other problems of the country so we will truly consider Cebu as Enchanted Kingdom’s another area of expansion. It is the foremost choice in mind if ever we deicide to go South,” said Mamon.

He said that this will be considered a medium to long term plan but with the current financial crisis, Mamon said that participating in the recently concluded 5th Vis-Min Travel and Lifestyle Expo is the nearest they can go to explore the Cebu market.

Enchanted Kingdom was one of the 115 exhibitors in the show and Mamon said that this is their way of bringing more people to the park especially the market in the Visayas and Mindanao areas.

In an interview, Mamon shared that because Enchanted Kingdom caters to different markets such as the corporate groups, they are not sparred by the negative current global economic crisis.

“We have clients from the manufacturing and marketing groups and since most of these firms have laid off workers to cut on their costs, they are also cutting on expenditure on extra trips and activities on leisure and entertainment we are also affected,” said Mamon.

However, despite noting a slowdown of consumer spending, Mamon said that they are now slowly looking at a resurgence of guests in the park which started December of last year and is extending until now.

“With the different measures and events that we offer at the park, we have slowly attracted a wide spectrum of the market and this has balanced the business. Last year, we have faired marginally better than last 2007’s performance and this has been impressive because the turn around was made in December,” he said.

He said that this year, Enchanted Kingdom is looking at hitting a one million visitor mark despite the crisis.

And that they are looking forward to extending the stay of their visitors from the usual one day trip to a week stay by providing more facilities that guests can enjoy.

Mamon said that this plan is still a work in progress and they have held this off because of the financial crisis.

Recently, Enchanted Kingdom launched new facilities which include an event’s venue called Eldar’s Tent which holds the park’s big events, the horror SRRX!!! Experience which is a tie up with Regal Entertainment and the new 4D theatre that will be launched later this March.

Mamon, who is also the president of the Laguna Chamber of Commerce, said that the country’s entertainment industry continues to also thrive together with the growth of the tourism industry.

“During these times of crisis that we are experiencing, the tourism industry will serve as good buffer so if we can get our acts together, we can help make the tourism industry as one of the country’s strong prime movers,” said Mamon.— Rhia de Pablo (THE FREEMAN)

venntro

March 10th, 2009, 06:08 AM

Manila Ocean Park eyes Visayas Mindanao market (http://http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=447065&publicationSubCategoryId=108)
Updated March 10, 2009 12:00 AM

CEBU, Philippines – After a year of operations, the country’s first world-class marine themed park, Manila Ocean Park, is now starting to make its presence felt in the huge Visayas and Mindanao market to further boost its growing clientele base.

Manila Ocean Park was among the many Manila-based tourism stakeholders that participated in the recently concluded 5th Vis-Min Travel and Lifestyle Show held at the SM City Cebu that ran for three days.

In an interview with Jerlyn M. Mapile, an account executive from the corporate marketing of Manila Ocean Park, she said that their recent move to penetrate VisMin is in line with their company’s vision to further promote the themed park to the rest of the Filipino populace.

Manila Ocean Park adopts a fusion concept as it brings together an oceanarium, a mall, a restaurant row, hotel, swimming lagoons and multi-purpose function facilities under one complex.

Currently, it houses the first and largest aquarium facility in the country with an oceanarium and a reef simulation lagoon of seawater that features an assortment of colorful fishes and invertebrates that are indigenous to the Philippines and in Southeast Asia.

Mapile said that the Manila Ocean Park is doing extremely well for the first year of its operation and on a daily average, they get around 20, 000 visitors.

She said that the Manila Ocean Park is positioning itself as an educational and corporate tourism destination so it aims to tap into the huge MICE (meetings, incentives, conference and exhibition) market as well as the thriving educational tours segment.

She added that this year, they are also looking at increasing their market base from Visayas and Mindanao so they have partnered with a Korean travel company Island Resort Club Tour Services, Inc. which will assist them in marketing the park in the Vis-Min regions.

“We are now open for corporations, travel agencies and students but these are usually from the vicinity of Luzon so we partnered with IRC to help us wholesale to the huge Vis-Min market,” said Mapile.

Currently, Manila Ocean Park’s hotel property called as H2O Hotel is being constructed within the park and this is targeted to be opened on August of this year.

The facility will have 147 rooms and it is expected to be a five star accommodation because the company is eyeing it to become another prime hotel destination in the country, said Mapile.

“Marketing Manila Ocean Park will not be difficult because it is something new and people will likely want to come and experience what it has to offer. So far we have already established ourselves in the global market because we have linkages in Spain, Taiwan, Japan, Turkey, Singapore, Hong Kong and Korea. Volume-wise we already have a huge international client-base but we are still continuously developing the market in Vis-Min,” said Robert Choi the CEO and president of Island Resort Club Tour Services, Incorporated.

He said that right now they are still in the introductory phase of their promotion efforts in the Vis-Min market.

“We are eyeing to establish partnerships in the Vis-Min market from travel agents, domestic airlines to shipping and so far we have started gathering a lot of inquiries from different agencies. We are aggressive despite the current crisis because we know the situation will be temporary so we continue to focus on maintaining the volume,” said Choi.

The Manila Ocean Park is a joint undertaking of Singaporean and Malaysian investors and it is a subsidiary of the Singapore registered company China Oceanis Pte Ltd., one of the China Oceanis Group of Companies with a core business in designing, developing and operation and installation of public aquaria.— Rhia de Pablo

Naga Boy

March 21st, 2009, 09:00 PM

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jpdm

March 22nd, 2009, 11:51 AM

Mayor Lim together with a japanese investor will open up a theme park near Manila zoo.

Its projected to be finished at the end of 2009.

in_a_rush

March 22nd, 2009, 08:30 PM

Theme park to rise in Manila Zoo
MANILA Mayor Alfredo Lim yesterday announced that a new theme park complete with rides will be built at the Manila Zoo complex in Quirino Avenue, Malate.

Lim instructed the chief of parks and recreation bureau, Deng Manimbo, to accompany the builder, the group of Noriyuki Okamoto, president of the Okamoto Company, to the site.

Okamoto earlier paid a courtesy call on Lim to present the plan.

The mayor entertained the plan since the city government will not be spending a single centavo for the park at the 4,000 square meter property.

The park will be operational before the end of the year.

Lim said the admission fees to be collected will be used for the rehabilitation of the other parts of the zoo.

The theme park will not only cater to those who can afford the entrance fee as Lim will set a special day where poor children of Manila can be allowed entry free of charge. Jerry S. Tan

johnmizer

March 23rd, 2009, 12:18 PM

theme park and zoo dont co exist peacefully. right? urban planiing at its best

icarusrising

March 23rd, 2009, 12:22 PM

theme park and zoo dont co exist peacefully. right? urban planiing at its best

Hong Kong's Ocean Park is a a theme park with rides and marine animals.

Manila's Ocean Park is a theme park with tropical marine life as its theme.

If the new theme park at the Manila Zoo would provide better living conditions for the animals therein and upgrade the facilities to international standards then I'm all for it. The Manila Zoo is in need of a major renewal. This article says the rides would be confined at the 4,000 sqm parking lot adjacent to the zoo.

Here's a more detailed article...

Modern zoo and theme park planned for Manila
(http://www.gmanews.tv/story/153669/Modern-zoo-and-theme-park-planned-for-Manila#)
Article posted March 21, 2009 - 05:09 PM
MANILA, Philippines — If things work out as planned, Manila will soon have a new and modern zoo and theme park at no cost to the city government.

Mayor Alfredo S. Lim said he has directed parks and recreation bureau chief Deng Manimbo to thresh out the details of the plan with Okamoto Company, Ltd., which is said to have been building theme parks in various parts of Japan.

Under the agreement, the Japanese group will be putting up a park complete with rides on the 4,000 square-meter lot fronting the Manila Zoological and Botanical Garden and half of the revenue to be generated from admission fees will go to the city.

Manimbo said in a press statement that the city’s share will be used to finance the needs of the Manila Zoo, including whatever rehabilitation has to be done there.

Lim hoped the new park would be open to the public before the yearend.

As planned, Lim said, a particular day of the week will be designated for free admission for the poor residents of Manila t"o give the less privileged a chance to experience the new recreational park without any expense on their part."

“Senior citizens will also be entitled to the discounts due them under the law," Lim said.

Part of the plan is to have a footbridge built to connect the new park to the adjacent Paraiso ng Batang Maynila, which will also be converted into a modernized park.

A ride with an overview of the entire park and the zoo will also be put in place to provide the visitors with an idea of what’s in store inside.

Lim said the theme park will bear a new name but he assured the public that the words “Manila Zoo" will be retained. - GMANews.TV

johnmizer

March 23rd, 2009, 01:07 PM

icarusrising

March 23rd, 2009, 01:19 PM

both of those parks have marine animals, they're deaf (not sure) contrary to mammals,reptiles, birds,

besides, a theme park in the middle of a city? what would i expect from a guy who wants all gov bldgs to be coloured yellow

Fish are sensitive to vibrations. Sound waves travel faster in a liquid medium since the molecules are more tightly packed than in a gaseous medium. Seals, dolphins, pandas are mammals. In the panda dens, visitors are advised to hush their voices. HK Ocean Park also has an aviary. I agree that at 870,000 sqm; HK Ocean Park has a lot of room to dissipate the sound waves. Those rides should really be confined outside of the zoo and even then the type of rides should be chosen so that they generate the least noise.

jpdm

March 23rd, 2009, 03:32 PM

venntro

March 24th, 2009, 02:55 AM

15 hotels to open this year (http://http://www.manilastandardtoday.com/?page=news4_mar23_2009)
By Roderick T. dela Cruz

FIFTEEN new hotels and resorts offering 2,000 rooms will open this year despite the economic downturn, the Tourism Department says.

The new properties are worth P20 billion, and they will be employing 3,000 workers, the department says.

It says some of these new properties have already opened, and they include 28 cluster villas under the Amanpulo Resorts, which owns Sugihara Villa Resort, Vauban Villa Resort, Salamanca Villa Resort, Almonavides Villa Resort, La Galice Villa Resort, Kapangyarihan Villa Resort, and La Pucelle Villa Resort.

Rates at the Amanpulo properties start at $1,150 a night.

Shangri La’s Boracay Resort & Spa, with 219 rooms, opened to guests on March 2 with daily rates of P20,500.

Discovery Bay Misibis on Cagraray Island, Albay, with 38 villas, also opened early this year with room rates starting at $305 a night.

The 75-room Park Bed and Breakfast Hotel and Restaurant in Pasay City, which is managed by Legend Hotels International Corp., has also opened, and its rates start at P1,500 a night.

The 50-room Microtel Inn and Suites in Puerto Princesa opened early this year, and it offers a daily rate of P3,800.

The largest hotel in Cebu, the 556-room Imperial Palace Waterpark Resort, will open on May 20, although it has yet to announce its room rates, the department says.

It says more hotels and resorts are opening in the second half of the year, including the 232-room Oakwood Premier Manila in Ortigas Center, which opens its doors to guests in the third quarter. The room rates at its sister facility, the Oakwood Makati, start at P10,000 a night.

The 100-room Picasso Serviced Residences in Salcedo Village, Makati, is expected to be completed by Ardent Development Corp. by the second half.

Also opening in the second half are two luxury hotels near the airport in Manila and beside the Villamor Championship Golf Course.

The Newport Marriott Hotel will have 365 guest rooms, and Maxims Hotel 170 suites.

The P500-million Silang Wakeboard Park is rising up on a 12-hectare plot of land in Silang, Cavite, and it’s expected to open by August.

The Manila Ocean Park in Rizal Park is building extra facilities including a boutique hotel.

The Tourism Department is also processing an application from Bella Roca Island Resort and Spa in Marinduque.

Tourism Secretary Ace Durano says these new investments in tourism-related facilities and establishments are expected to add more than 2,000 new accommodation rooms and generate 3,000 jobs.

“With this initial list of investments, the country is assured of a vibrant tourism industry with bigger revenue and more jobs,” Durano said.

The new hotels and resorts will pay no taxes for four to six years and may import capital equipment tax-free if they are registered with the Board of Investments, according to Victoria Jasmin, director of the Office of Tourism Standards.

Meanwhile, the Tourism Bill is expected to result in more investment and create more tourism zones once it is signed into law.

The Senate and the House’s bicameral conference committee has approved the bill, which will give the Tourism Department powers beyond its marketing functions.

timberpro

March 31st, 2009, 09:36 AM

4,000 sqm seems to be a little too small for a modern theme park zoo though....

kalbongdad

March 31st, 2009, 09:46 AM

4,000 sqm seems to be a little too small for a modern theme park zoo though....

meron lang gustong pagkakitaan yan....zoo and theme park does not go together ...yung ingay ng theme park will stress the animals if not kill them..kulang talaga sa planning itong si lim kahit kailan...

kiretoce

April 1st, 2009, 05:28 AM

mAiNsTrEaMhunter

April 1st, 2009, 11:04 AM

kalbongdad

April 1st, 2009, 03:27 PM

^^ A zoo and theme park does go together. Case in point, Busch Gardens in Tampa, FL and The Animal Kingdom at DisneyWorld in Orlando, FL. Granted that these nature reserves have vast lands alloted for their animals to roam around freely (cageless animal exhibiiton areas), but still within close proximity to the theme park rides.

the places you have mentioned has huge spaces between them....in the case of the manila zoo and the theme park only a two lane road separates them...i think yung mga animal rights activist should look into this...

kalbongdad

April 1st, 2009, 03:37 PM

this is open for members only. they plan to build rides at par with disney's:)

they should also develop characters.....not only rides...that's what makes disney tick...the characters associated with it..

Narnian_King

April 1st, 2009, 08:36 PM

the places you have mentioned has huge spaces between them....in the case of the manila zoo and the theme park only a two lane road separates them...i think yung mga animal rights activist should look into this...

How about the Sea World. Halos magkakatabi lang yung animals at rides :lol:

mwg12a

April 2nd, 2009, 02:53 AM

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Where is there water park located? I'm assuming it's in Naga since it's posted by a Naga boy. Sorry for my ignorance, but which province does Naga belongs to? Bicol region?

carl_vilches21

April 2nd, 2009, 03:10 AM

^^
...Camarines Sur...Bicol Region...

kiretoce

April 2nd, 2009, 11:19 AM

How about the Sea World. Halos magkakatabi lang yung animals at rides :lol:

Yup, some rides even passes through the animal exhibits. :colgate:

iloilocitykid

April 8th, 2009, 07:01 PM

El Dorado Water Park
Smallville, Mandurriao, Iloilo City
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Punta Villa Resort
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dinabaw

May 14th, 2009, 07:54 AM

wer dafet?

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how about this?

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ingon sa security guard kay same lang daw ang owner sa manila ocean park... mao ang ingon sa security guard ha...:cheers::cheers: AZ EN!!!

same owner of Manila Ocena Park! :cheers:

dinabaw

May 14th, 2009, 11:59 AM

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SUV111

May 24th, 2009, 05:17 PM

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^^^

mAiNsTrEaMhunter

May 25th, 2009, 10:15 AM

^^

maganda! :applause::applause::cool::cheers:

Jarenz

May 25th, 2009, 08:47 PM

renzdaniel434

May 26th, 2009, 05:11 AM

Ow.... I sense....... uhmm........... Wag na lang.... :lol:

Anyways, updates tungkol sa aking SM City Fairview! :D

STORYLAND now open!

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SM STORYLAND now open!
Park Hours
Mon-Thurs 12nn-8pm
Weekend, Holidays 10am-9pm

PepMan

May 26th, 2009, 11:49 AM

SM STORYLAND now open!
Park Hours
Mon-Thurs 12nn-8pm
Weekend, Holidays 10am-9pm

My goodness, mas maganda pa rin yung Storyland na dati, from their logo to amusements, at maganda pa yung TVC nila.

sheenreal

May 31st, 2009, 06:57 AM

GLORIA'S FANTASYLAND

AT FANTASYLAND GRAND OPENING (DAPITAN CITY ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE)

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-sharkleman125-

May 31st, 2009, 08:17 AM

SOON IN CEBU
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Just outside Cebu. Asa kaha ni bai? Mao ni ang ibutang tingali sa Balamban sa?
Payter.

...updated lagi ni nga website (2009 copyright) about CEBU THEME PARK:

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federalist

May 31st, 2009, 09:08 AM

that proposed Cebu Theme Park is truly amazing! :righton: :cheers:

SUV111

May 31st, 2009, 12:22 PM

wow!!!! cebu's soon to be themepark is really beautiful :)

diehardbisdak

May 31st, 2009, 04:28 PM

^^ di pa dapat i-post yan dito kasi di pa talaga 100% sure 'yan...heheh!

-sharkleman125-

June 1st, 2009, 03:33 AM

Ang sabi ko nga sa post ko SOON IN CEBU

carl_vilches21

June 1st, 2009, 07:55 AM

jhunix

June 13th, 2009, 11:04 PM

...amazing del rio splash resort...located at koronadal city....

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thethirtysixth

June 22nd, 2009, 04:17 PM

The Vow

June 23rd, 2009, 07:01 AM

Dami namang repost,
Nakakasawa rin minsan

dinabaw

July 4th, 2009, 06:27 AM

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Deca Wakeboard Park (http://www.facebook.com/people/Deca-Wakeboard-Park-Davao/1337648009)

WawaY[625]

December 5th, 2009, 09:21 AM

Deca Wakeboard Park!

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kiretoce

December 5th, 2009, 04:54 PM

^^ Where is Deca Wakeboard Park?

WawaY[625]

December 5th, 2009, 05:40 PM

sa Davao sir

kiretoce

December 5th, 2009, 06:19 PM

^^ Is that relatively new? Haven't heard of it before. The only wakeboarding park in the Philippines that I know is in Camarines Sur. It's good to know that there are other parks like that in other parts of the country.

WawaY[625]

December 6th, 2009, 07:16 AM

haha thanks for moving my post kimber, kanina ko lang na realize na mali ang thread na napost-an ko :lol:

actually di pa yan bukas, nag c-cable testing pa lang sila now

kiretoce

December 6th, 2009, 07:17 AM

^^ No prob. :okay:

So, it's not open for public use yet? When will they really open?

WawaY[625]

December 6th, 2009, 07:23 AM

soon siguro, kasi malapit na ata sila matapos sa cable testing nila accdg sa facebook page nila :) tagal na delay but soon mag oopen na (well it better be open by february pag bakasyon ko! :lol:)

manila_eye

December 6th, 2009, 09:44 AM

;47337971']sa Davao sir

Wala bang aerial photo? They say it is bigger than CamSur?

There is also one in Silang, Cavite but not as big as this one.

WawaY[625]

December 6th, 2009, 10:32 AM

wala pa eh, then yung google earth luma naman and malabo din makunan from the plane kasi malayo sa path ng pag land ng eroplano

anyway more pics

nung ginagawa pa
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launching area? during the cable testing

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kiretoce

December 6th, 2009, 07:26 PM

^^ Are they SSC members? Why are their faces blotched out?

WawaY[625]

December 7th, 2009, 01:54 PM

Nope..kinuha ko lang ang pic sa facebook ng barkada ko eh baka di nya gusto makita pic nya sa SSC hehe di kasi ako nagpaalam so nilagyan ko ng cover mukha ng mga tao :P

dinabaw

December 15th, 2009, 01:47 AM

Home » Sun.Star Davao » Business

Mindanao 1st wakeboard park to open in Davao soon
Monday, December 14, 2009

MINDANAO's first wakeboard park is now undergoing finishing touches and will open its gates soon, following the approval of its move for reclassification by the City Council.

JJ Atencio, 8990 Housing Development Corporation president, told Sun.Star Davao that they are now testing the cables of the sports facility.

For updates from around the country, follow Sun.Star on Twitter

Dubbed as Deca Wakeboard Park, the multimillion-project is the first of its kind outside Luzon.

"There are no more impediments to the project, and we hope to open really soon," Atencio said.

A couple of months ago, a hullabaloo was raised following the revelation the City Council has not yet approved the reclassification of the property being developed by 8990 into a wakeboard park.

The area is classified as residential.

"But the local government unit took it upon themselves for an approval to come in quickly. We showed them what our objective is and they saw that it is good for the city," Atencio said. "The project will definitely be a big boost to local and foreign tourists."

To coincide with the opening of the sports and recreational facility, a group of Korean investors are also putting up a Korean wakeboard school for the influx of Korean tourists who will try the sport.

"The revenues that will be generated by this project will also help the city," Atencio said. "It is what the Vice Mayor and our councilors saw in the project that they immediately passed the reclassification."

The Deca Wakeboard Park is complemented by the Deca Homes Resort and Residences, a residential project that aims to build a resort community at an affordable price.

:cheers:

timoga_lover

December 24th, 2009, 01:41 PM

;47368081']wala pa eh, then yung google earth luma naman and malabo din makunan from the plane kasi malayo sa path ng pag land ng eroplano

anyway more pics

nung ginagawa pa
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launching area? during the cable testing

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ngano ang mga pangit ug nawong imo man gi erase ug mga may istura wala? :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

KulasKusgan

December 25th, 2009, 12:23 PM

stolen from deca facebook:

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OtAkAw

December 26th, 2009, 03:20 AM

Natawa ako sa Gloria's Fantasyland, parang pinasosyal lang na peryahan.

dinabaw

December 31st, 2009, 03:46 AM

Deca Wakeboarding!

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WawaY[625]

December 31st, 2009, 04:43 AM

ngano ang mga pangit ug nawong imo man gi erase ug mga may istura wala? :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

uhmm tanan man akong gi erase

dinabaw

January 27th, 2010, 06:55 AM

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Davao Deca Wakeboard

KING CITY

February 8th, 2010, 03:41 AM

originally posted by: dinabaw

Davao Wakeboard park :banana::banana:

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dashalvin

February 28th, 2010, 08:14 AM

Natawa ako sa Gloria's Fantasyland, parang pinasosyal lang na peryahan.

Saturday, December 26, 2009
Fantasyland: Gloria de Dapitan

I have to admit, when Dakak gave us free tickets to Fantasyland located in the Dapitan town proper, I thought it was one of those "peryas" found in most provincial capitals. I thought it would be something like Boom na Boom. But since the tickets were free, and we wanted to do something else, we rode on a shuttle to Fantasyland in Gloria de Dapitan after a hearty buffet dinner. We were already amazed entering the gates of Gloria De Dapitan, as shown in my previous post. We were dropped off in front of the entrance of Fantasyland. This was the facade that greeted us.

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To our surprise, Fantasyland wasn't any come-and-go and carnival. It was more like Enchanted Kingdom. The tickets sold for P250 I think, for unlimited rides, which was a steal I thought. There was a promenade at the entrance that had several shops, even a Mac Store! There was a haunted house near the entrance that was still undergoing construction. It looked so good, I wanted to go inside.

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There was a stage and an open area for events. A band was setting up at this time. It had just rained, so the maintenance people were sweeping off the rainwater.

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Fantasyland had a lot of rides. There was the staple rollercoaster, that had single cars - meaning, one car was only big enough for one person. Though not as thrilling, this ride would be perfect for kids who want to experience the thrill of a rollercoaster ride.

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There was also the log jam ride. Although it was a short ride, it was still a hit among the visitors who get wet after the splash.

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There was also a space ship simulator. Most of the other rides are common already for any carnival, like the Galleon, a Swing Ride, Bump Cars, Carousels, etc. There was also a section for younger kids.

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The ticket also listed a ride called Jump Bed, which intrigued me. We then realized that it was the trampoline. You get into rubber bands and tumble yourself as you jump high up. It was fun but tiring. I was able to make several somersaults.

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All in all, Fantasyland really felt like a mini-Enchanted Kingdom. There were photo booths all around, souvenir shops, food stalls and all of them maintained really well. You can even take a picture with princes and princesses.

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Fantasyland was indeed a pleasant surprise. I was expecting our pictures to look nostalgic, think provincial carnival, with old rides. Fantasyland was a modern carnival on the contrary, very well maintained. It will surely be a tourism drawer, now that the carnival is fully operational.

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This ends my posts on Dapitan, the trip that was full of surprises. I commend the local government of Dapitan for investing on tourism facilities. I am assuming there are more attractions in Dapitan and further down in Dipolog. I just can't wait to go back and explore more.

oboi

March 1st, 2010, 11:17 AM

^^Nice. :)

The last pic reminds me of Bonifacio High Street in Taguig. :D

Waldenstrom

March 2nd, 2010, 03:53 PM

^^
Onga no :D
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superpilyoako

March 17th, 2010, 08:39 AM

was watching Unang Hirit earlier ang they were in EK.
after Holy Week EK will open the Waterworld section that includes 6 pools (1 in particular is olympic size), and all 6 pools will have something na parang rides (di kaya scary un kung lumalangoy ka tapos nag paparating na roller coaster :D)

another attraction will be an indoor zoo that will star the first white lion in the philippines (parang ganun) :)

jpdm

March 21st, 2010, 02:24 AM

Saturday, December 26, 2009
Fantasyland: Gloria de Dapitan

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There was a stage and an open area for events. A band was setting up at this time. It had just rained, so the maintenance people were sweeping off the rainwater.

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There was also a space ship simulator. Most of the other rides are common already for any carnival, like the Galleon, a Swing Ride, Bump Cars, Carousels, etc. There was also a section for younger kids.

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This ends my posts on Dapitan, the trip that was full of surprises. I commend the local government of Dapitan for investing on tourism facilities. I am assuming there are more attractions in Dapitan and further down in Dipolog. I just can't wait to go back and explore more.

The historic Dapitan has turn into a modern tourism town with this project.

Great Job made by the LGU of Dapitan City!!:cheers::cheers:

johnmizer

March 21st, 2010, 04:01 PM

sana magkaroon ng NEW theme park sa NCR...

KING CITY

March 27th, 2010, 03:04 AM

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Davao Deca Wakeboard Park

www.decawake.com

mottymot_007

April 8th, 2010, 11:24 AM

Asia's Longest Zipline - 840M
Zipzone at Dahilayan Adventure Park
Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon

BNxAPcla-SE

mygz14

April 8th, 2010, 02:41 PM

I hope the Warner Brothers Theme Park rumored to be at the Bagong Nayong Pilipino would hold true so that we can compete have our own just like Hong Kong has HK Disneyland and Singapore has its Universal Studios.

dinabaw

April 18th, 2010, 01:27 PM

:cheers:

Wavepool in DAVAO

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saggi

May 9th, 2010, 12:22 PM

Wow! This Deca Wakeboard Park reminds me so much of the CWC in CAmSur...grabe ang pagpromote nila dun...they're promoting the site thru local TV shows like yung nangyari samin when we shoot for Star Magic. See the behind the scenes story here! (http://saggi-space.blogspot.com/2010/02/camsur-watersports-complex.html)
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Gov LRay welcomes artists of Star Magic at CWC (http://saggi-space.blogspot.com/2010/02/camsur-watersports-complex.html)

Naga Boy

May 9th, 2010, 07:09 PM

I can't remember if these photos were posted here before, I'm posting them anyway

CamSur Watersports Complex (CWC)
Camarines Sur

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Animo

May 11th, 2010, 05:54 PM

Nice places. It seems we are improving on our water parks. :)

zhock2001

May 13th, 2010, 10:52 PM

repost from iloilo thread.

ari pics sang el dorado pre... courtesy of exploreiloilo.com ni chymera.

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Choey

May 24th, 2010, 11:51 PM

Somewhere in Nasugbo, Batangas....

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carl_vilches21

May 25th, 2010, 07:34 AM

^^
Parang wala ka sa Pilipinas. :D

mao rong

May 25th, 2010, 12:21 PM

^^parang nasa Nasugbu lang...:D

davaoeagle

July 19th, 2010, 05:57 PM

Davao's EMARS WAVEPOOL

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Originally posted by liquidcrew at the Davao City and Samal Thread.

Linguine

October 16th, 2010, 01:38 PM

Enchanted Kingdom celebrates 15 years of magic
(The Philippine Star) Updated October 15, 2010 12:00 AM Comments (0) View comments

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Enchanted Kingdom’s 15th anniversary logo

MANILA, Philippines - The country’s first and only world-class theme park is celebrating 15 years of magic.

It all started with a pioneering vision — to bring the unique “theme park experience” to the Philippines where guests of all ages can momentarily transport themselves to a world of fun, make-believe and enchantment — leaving real-world worries behind.

Enchanted Kingdom’s grand opening 15 years ago marked a major milestone in the local leisure and amusement industry. It was and still remains to be the Philippines’ first and only world-class theme park.

Before EK, there was only a sprinkling of seasonal carnivals and fairs, all of which were not permanent and mostly mobile, and a few amusement parks around Metro Manila that were all small in scale. Enchanted Kingdom changed all of that in terms of quality, magnitude and execution.

With an exciting line-up of family thrill rides and attractions, charming kiddie playgrounds with beautiful landscaping, carnival staples such as video arcades and redemption games, unique food and souvenir shops coupled with non-stop entertainment, all of which were meticulously distributed in seven themed zones, there was nothing else like it in the country.

Now, 15 years after it first opened its doors to the public, Enchanted Kingdom, more than ever, is strongly positioned to maintain and reinforce its undisputed leadership in the local leisure and amusement industry.

It has consistently remained to be the “top of mind” choice for its loyal followers and habitués, young and old alike, local or overseas, as “the” leading venue for wholesome family leisure and entertainment.

Also, over the past three years, revitalized marketing strategies and efforts have led to a “renaissance” for Enchanted Kingdom as it increases its “mind share” not only from its perceived target markets but also beyond to a greater potential market.

“As Enchanted Kingdom approaches another milestone in its corporate existence — a decade and a half of magic — we are poised to continue to break records. We shall continue to strive to exceed our guests’ expectations, not only through new, innovative and exciting rides and attractions and blockbuster entertainment, but also through superlative guest service that surely will result in positive and lifetime magical experiences,” says Cesar Mario Mamon, EK chairman and president.

15th anniversary highlights

EK’s EKstreme Tower Ride. Towering 150 feet into the sky (10 feet for every year of EK’s existence), this spine-tingling thrill ride will surely bring an adrenaline rush to all those who dare take the plunge.

This spanking brand-new ride manufactured to the highest safety standards in the United States, is another Philippine first.

Happy Feet: Mumble’s Wild Ride. The Rialto Motion Simulator Theater at the Brooklyn Zone of EK is a park original that has seen a number of film features over the years.

Coming on the heels of a successful run with the motion picture-based feature, Speed Racer, comes Happy Feet: Mumble’s Wild Ride. This new film feature is based on “Happy Feet,” the award-winning animated motion picture from Warner Bros. and Village Roadshow Inc.

First Enchanted Kingdom Asian Sky Wizardry Competition. Weekend fireworks displays and annual competitions have been regular fare at Enchanted Kingdom. For its 15th anniversary celebration, EK “ups the ante” once again by hosting an international fireworks competition on the grand night of Oct. 23, preceded by local elimination rounds on Oct. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17, a lucky treat for parkgoers that will guarantee a minimum of two fireworks displays per night on each of the dates mentioned.

Annual Search for EK’s Little Prince and Princess 2010. Now on its third edition (for the princess, first for the prince), this contest will surely have guests rooting for their favorite little kids as they showcase their talents and wit during the elimination rounds on Oct. 3, 10 and 17, with the grand finals on Oct. 24.

Princess Victoria’s Dream Shop by Careline. A beauty parlor-cum-retail store for pretty young lasses who sometimes dream of becoming a “princess for a day” through make-up and adorned in regal gowns and accessories.

Eldar’s Specialty Shop. Know more about everything and anything that is about Eldar the Wizard, Enchanted Kingdom’s lovable signature mascot.

Simon and Silver Magic Show. Prepare to be mesmerized and enthralled by a completely new spellbinding show from resident illusionists Simon and Silver.

EK-BiKi WaterWorld. Watch out for the reopening of the improved water park after its short hiatus during the rainy months of August and September. In addition to the regular water attractions, new features are being progressively introduced leading to an exciting holiday season before the end of the year.

For the anniversary month of October, the celebrity storytellers are Mr. Fu (Oct. 17), and Luis Alandy (Oct. 31). They will read the story of the “Frog Prince,” as it is brought to life by EK’s Circle of Artists, to a select group of children from their chosen charities.

Enchanted Kingdom is open Thursdays and Fridays from 12 noon to 7 p.m. and on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. until Dec. 17. Fireworks displays are on every weekend at 8:30 p.m. For more details, contact Charlotte Catapang, corporate communications officer, at (02) 812-7232, (632) 584-3535 or (632) 584-4326 to 29. Or log on to www.enchantedkingdom.ph.

OtAkAw

October 16th, 2010, 03:09 PM

^^15 YEARS and still no rival! I think a theme park of similar quality could be built in Pampanga or Bulacan along NLEX/SCTEX. More roller coasters and thrilling rides! :)

william :D

October 16th, 2010, 03:38 PM

may nabasa ako na post sa Bulacan Thread na may plano na maglagay ng amusement park sa Balagtas, Bulacan along NLEx... pero hanggang wala pang source, di pa muna ako naniniwala.hehe, maganda ding pwesto ang Balagtas kasi ginagawa na ang Plaridel by-pass road na dumuduktong sa Cagayan Valley Road at East-West Connector na hanggang SJDM. strategic para sa isang amusement park.. :)
how i wish magka-disney na sa pinas! :)

nicko

October 22nd, 2010, 04:04 AM

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600 meters long dual cable ziplines with highest drop at 200 feet!

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They also have the Superman Zipline! Officially opens to the public tomorrow!!

Linguine

October 29th, 2010, 07:08 AM

EK grows leaps and towers

Friday, 29 October 2010 00:00
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BY JAMIE MARIE ELONA RESEARCHER

Santa ROSA, LAGUNA: The Enchanted Kingdom (EK) is truly a magical place.

Believe it or not, as Typhoon Juan loomed overhead two weeks ago, there was a rainbow that appeared over the country’s only world-class theme park. It was after all, Enchanted Kingdom’s 15th anniversary, and the skies looked kindly upon families and friends who braved cloudy skies to celebrate the milestone.

To make the day more memorable for the guests, EK launched a new heart-pumping, palm-sweating, hair-raising attraction called the EKstream Tower Ride. The first of its kind in the Philippines, the ride challenged daredevils to go up 150 feet in the air for 30 seconds only to drop down—safely—to ground level.

“It was the longest two seconds in my life!” screamed a guest who tried the tower ride. “What was really scary was not knowing when the drop down would happen. The view from up there was amazing though—seeing all the lights and the people getting smaller and smaller.”

Shared Cesar Mario Mamon, EK’s chairman and president, the ride is meant for adventurous teenagers, but apparently, because of all the excitement during the launch, even his wife, Cynthia Mamon, EK vice president for Sales, Marketing, Imagineering and Entertainment, tried the EK stream, not just once but several times.

Mamon added that the tower ride serves as the park’s symbol of success. At the very tip is is Eldar Wizard’s hat sitting on a crown that represents EK’s “towering” achievement. Its height of 150 ft., meanwhile, counts 10 ft. for every year of EK’s existence.

“We really have a handle on things now,” announced Mamon. “We’re seeing a steady business grow.
We’ve been through a roller coaster ride ourselves . . . but the more the business runs smoothly and efficiently, the more we can take care of our stake holders, especially our employees, and of course the more we can offer to our guests.”

More good news came when Mamon told Life & Times that he was recently elected as the first Asian and Filipino to be the third vice chairman of the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions.
His wife elaborated that by 2014, he would be the chairman of the worldwide organization.

The Mamons and the rest of EK’s staff have so much to celebrate on their 15th anniversary. That they literally weathered a super storm on the big day made the milestone even more meaningful for the,
“ We praise and thank God for this blessing of a good weather,” Mamon said. “We’re so grateful we didn’t disappoint everyone who came over.

http://www.manilatimes.net/index.php/lifestyle/30784-ek-grows-leaps-and-towers

FrancisXavier

October 31st, 2010, 02:15 AM

Somewhere in Nasugbo, Batangas....

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and this functions as?

unggoi

November 1st, 2010, 07:39 AM

and this functions as?

parang yun ang tinatawag na fantacy land...themes park rin xa, may mga pool..etc etc

johnmar

November 10th, 2010, 04:48 AM

J King and Sons Chairman, Mr. Richard King, has announced the on-going expansion of Sky Extreme Adventures which is located on the deck of Crown Regency Hotel and Towers (tower 1) will soon be linked with tower 3. AN 80-FOOT 4-LEVEL STRUCTURE WILL BE BUILT ON TOP OF TOWER 1 TO ADD 5 MORE ADRENALIN-PUMPING ACTIVITIES.( this will make the hotel 44-stories high already)

Here are the new rides to look forward to:

1. Tower Zip- Zip yourself across tower 1 & 3 buildings on a cable line with a view of the city below.......almost 500 feet high! (construction on-going)

2. Sky Glider- Travel back across two buildings 45 degrees on a glider that uses air resistant brake system combined with thrill of height. (construction on-going)

3. Vertigo- Climb up a 30-ft vertical rock wall & feel the rush as you reach the peak starting from the deck of the 40th floor.(construction on-going)

4. Cliffhanger- Climb an angled wall assisted by pulley system. Have your photo taken with a full view of the city below you.(construction on-going)

5. High point- climb the 80-foot pole, highest point of the adventure and experience the ultimate high.(construction on-going)

SSC-Cebu can once again visit and perhaps conduct an ocular inspection of these on-going construction here at Fuente Towers.

-------------------at present the edge coaster and the skywalk extreme + 5 new amusement facilities,again the 1st of it's kind in the world...will be in cebu city the queen city of the southern part of the phils....

johnmar

November 10th, 2010, 04:56 AM

watch out for that...ride guys... target completion will be next year...we must try that kind...of facilities...which is the objective to be the world class kind...

Naga Boy

December 8th, 2010, 06:31 AM

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Author: Craig Cunningham

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SBC Kiteboard magazine contributor Craig Cunningham reports from the first ever Wind Or No Wind event at the Camsur Watersports Complex in the Philippines.

CWC (Camsur Watersports Complex) is the site for the first annual WONW (Wind or No Wind) event. Mauricio Abreu has put together this contest which will be like no other format before. The purpose of this event is to show the world what kiteboarding can be and that the top wakestyle riders in the world can throw down on the cable or a kite... doesn't really matter! Having the best full sized cable and a winch park with multiple System 2.0's here should help everyone progress quickly and push the level of kiteboarding to new standard!

A lot of the riders are already here and with the event starting on the 3'rd more will be rolling in shortly. Brandon Scheid and myself arrived this past weekend around the same time as James Boulding and Sam Light while Ruben Lenten, Aaron Hadlow and Tom Court were already here shredding! Morris and Moe showed up last night and scored a cable set under the lights! All in all this place is amazing, couldn't think of a better place to be and I think this event is going to really help show the world the potential of kiteboarding! Keep checking back to SBCkiteboard.com for more updates from WONW! The event kicks off tomorrow and this place is going to go off!

Naga Boy

December 8th, 2010, 06:32 AM

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Update # 2

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Today was the last day for arrivals at WONW. Pretty much everybody has showed up by now, Dre, Sleezy, Joby, Stone, Norman JR and Jamie Barrow came in the night before and got a chance to take some laps under the lights! When we woke a lot of riders were already on the water and it started to go down early! The Rebulic step up was back in action and was getting sessioned hard! In the afternoon the media crew jumped in the Governor L Ray's Chopper and buzzed around for a while filming some double sets on the main cable! Hammers were going down everywhere, you wouldn't have thought the level was going to be this high before the event even started! Were going to see some crazy stuff come out of this event!

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During the afternoon the wind came up and a bunch of us were getting ready to kite! But the wind never completely filled in, so after a few hours of waiting for wind we all headed back to go shred some cable... how sick is that? At around 5 o'clock we had a kicker session that continued until the lights came on and hammers were being layed down! Some highlights were Hadlow's Moby Dick, Tom Courts Crow Mobe, Brandon Scheid and Jamie Burrow had some mega 7's and Norman Jr was showing that he gets to ride a fair amount of cable dropping some crazy hits! A few of the pro wakeboarders are here, Kim Jong Ill is absolutely killin' it! He's super impressed with the level of riding from the "kiteboarders" and has already been asking about learning to kite!

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After the kicker set it was time for another meal cable side. Doesn't get much better having dinner watching people having a set on the top cable in the world! Everybody was pretty drained after the first day of the event but some of the boys went out for a wakeskate set. Dre, Stone and Morris we putting together some fun lines under the lights while a few others went over to the skatepark here at CWC and flowed through that for a bit. Sleezy was showing the locals his park skills, it always fun to watch Jason skate! After the the late night skate session and riding all day long things were winding down and we all headed back to our cabins... we were going to need all our energy for Day #1 of Wind Or No Wind board jam!

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Action photos coming tomorrow! Check back at sbckiteboard.com

pangasinense ak

December 27th, 2010, 02:56 PM

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December 30th, 2010, 12:07 PM

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Quezon City Memorial Circle December 25,2010

BergenScooterPatrol

January 7th, 2011, 07:58 PM

and this functions as?

as an eyesore

pangasinense ak

January 8th, 2011, 03:00 PM

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Dante_54

January 9th, 2011, 04:10 AM

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hecky12

January 10th, 2011, 04:50 AM

FrancisXavier

January 12th, 2011, 02:49 PM

as an eyesore

it actually looks nice. why eyesore? i've been to Nasugbu a couple of times but havent noticed this one.. :)

scarletwitch.wanda

January 15th, 2011, 01:01 AM

Asia’s first underwater resort hotel to be built off Palawan :banana::banana::banana::banana::banana:

By Emman Cena
Philippine Daily Inquirer
First Posted 19:26:00 01/14/2011

MANILA, Philippines—The country is all set to embrace a futuristic undersea project to rival those in Maldives, Dubai and Fiji, according to a Filipino team of developer and architects, which is set to build an underwater resort hotel in Palawan.

Dubbed as the Coral World Park, this multibillion-peso project will set the record as Asia’s first underwater resort development and the biggest undersea living in the world once the project is completed by 2013.

Picture this: You wake up to a picture perfect view of frivolously swimming manta rays and fishes or hold a meeting in a restaurant submerged in the pristine waters. Say what? All this isn’t science fiction according to an all-Filipino team behind the project.

Taking the helm is Singapore-based businessman Paul Moñozca, who is known for his advocacies of helping Filipino sports teams and the overseas remittance business. Partnering with Moñozca is renowned eco-architect Jose “Pinggoy” Mañosa, who will take charge of the architectural design of the Coral World Park.

“It’s high time we brought sustainable development underwater because there have been similar projects elsewhere in the world that have been proven successful,” Moñozca told Inquirer Property in an exclusive interview Wednesday.

He cited global warming and the rising water levels as factors that pushed him to look into the possibility of exploring the readiness of the country for this kind of revolutionary development.

Pegged at some $150 million, the undersea structure takes pride in its 24 undersea suites or pods called “Anemones,” which are submerged 60 feet below sea level with a fascinating 270-degree view of the sea. The 15-foot-high Anemones will be built by a US firm that specializes in submarines.

Several units of these Anemones will be open for public viewing at reasonable rates while majority are for ownership. Each 50-square-meter Anemone (the size of two-bedroom condo unit) can be customized per owner’s preference. It can be used as a private villa, a receiving or entertainment room that could cater to as many as 15 people.

Filipino ingenuity

How can one move from one pod/suite to another? The Coral World Park will be built with submarine technology. The mode of transport will be through glass bottom mini-submarines to be powered by the first mobile hydropower system, which generates up to 1 megawatt of electricity. This will use a patented water recycling and pressure chamber invented by an all-Filipino team of engineers, Moñozca said.

“The project will show to the world Filipino ingenuity as 80 percent of the project will be run and manned by Filipinos, from engineers to architects down to personnel,” Moñozca said. When completed, the proposed underwater habitat will be the biggest in the world.

Also part of the futuristic project is a 50-bedroom onland boutique hotel complete with amenities like casinos, spa, business center and an underwater restaurant to be named “Starfish,” which could seat as many as 200 people in its 600-square-meter dining area. A seahorse-shaped science center aptly called “Seahorse Science Center” will be built for tourists and will serve as the park’s marine observatory and conservation center showcasing the richness of marine life in the Philippines.

The project is expected to pour in billions of investments and will help create thousands of jobs for the people in Palawan and neighboring provinces.

Conservation tourism

Funding will come from Moñozca’s Monaco-based group, which counts investors from the United States, the Middle East and Russia. As an aggressive venture in ecotourism business, the project also aims to replenish the coral reefs in the area and would advocate conservation tourism in the country.

Moñozca related that everything has been in the planning stage since last year. He identified a group of islands in Coron as the site for development owing to its perfect geography, clear and cove-protected waters and rich marine life. The islands of Palawan hardly experience earthquakes and are not prone to visiting typhoons that occasionally hit the country.

The construction is set to start soon and will be completed in two years, according to Mañosa, who said this would be “my biggest project so far in my professional career.” Mañosa is behind some of the biggest projects like the San Miguel Building constructed in the 1980s and the Brent International School.

“I was overwhelmed myself when the project was offered to me. Even my family is excited about this; my grandchildren are asking when they could visit the underwater resort,” Mañosa said.

The group dispelled fears of security as the whole resort will be tightly guarded. The proponents also envision a cashless system of transaction as everything will be made via specially issued bracelet cards similar to the function of a credit card.

The group promised strict adherence to protect the environment and the biodiversity of Palawan. They said no marine life will be harmed during the course of its construction to its operations.

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