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PARADISE RANCH Liesure Park & Wildlife Sanctuary

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Paradise Ranch is a 100-acre leisure park and wildlife sanctuary designed to educate hundreds of school children about environmental protection and saving wildlife. Located at the former US Air Force Base with the number one view in all the enture Clark Main Zone and surrounding cities and towns, overlooking the Sacobia River, Mount Pinatubo, Mount Arayat and other majestic sceneries.

Paradise Ranch is open to the public without any membership fee, perfect for field trips, summer camps, retreats, educational trips, get away vacation and more... We have the following facilities for our guests to enjoy and learn about wildlife and their natural habitat. A 1000 square meter butterfly garden, aviary, breeding of endagered species, organic vegetable and floral orchard, massive reforestration, environmental conservation and others...

Villa San Rafael is the house where MARIMAR was kidnapped (used as a safehouse). Other scenes were also taken at the back of Villa San Miguel where Sergio proposed to Marimar and later accepting the proposal. Pretending they were in Tagaytay.

Paradise Ranch is the home of DENR Region 3 Wildlife Sanctuary for all the rescued and captured endangered animals. In addition, we have facilities perfect for your body and soul, a man made lake for fishing and boating,swimming pool and natural water falls and lagoons to dip and be refresh, with spa and saloon where you can relax and release stress with our unique massage. For those who are seeking solitude to meditate, we have an isolated prayer hill.

Official Website: http://www.paradiseranchclark.com/

                           

                           

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A Day in the WILDS at ZOOBIC SAFARI

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Zoobic Safari is one attraction you will find at Subic Bay Freeport's Forest Adventure Park. Embracing a 25 hectare land - local and foreign guests can expect an astonishing sight of diverse exotic animals roaming and frolicking in their natural habitat. It features a wide range of habitats present in the forest due to the terrain, presence of streams and fringing grasslands. These represent the major habitats for varied exotic animals featured in Zoobic Safari Forest Adventure Park.

Zoobic Safari has the following attractions to look forward namely:

The Zoobic Park - a Petting Zoo area in a walk through tropical jungle like were you can have a live interaction with deers, ostrich, albino carabao, bear, monkey, eagle, miniature horse, ducks and a lot more.

Savannah - A sanctuary of exotic and farm animals that features a wide range of ostriches, potbellies, wild boars and guinea fowls. See the ostriches run alongside your car. You may even get a peck from them!

Serpentarium - A close view of snakes, lizards, iguanas, turtles and a lot more cold blooded animals.

Honey Bee Farm - See how honey is produced by hard working bees.

                      

Rodent World - An amazing collection of rodents. Be pleasantly shocked in Mice Surprise and watch guinea pigs being groomed in the Rodent Salon.

Croco Loco - You will have the chance to feed our crocodiles. Just dangle a chicken on a fishing pole and see them jump high! Quarter chicken available for sale at P50 each.

Hip Hop Bay-a-wak - Hop through elevated steps with monitor lizards (bayawak) watching your every step. Better watch your step or else...!

Egg-Ziting Story - An area showcasing the cycle of the eggs.

Menagerie (Animal Museum) - A rare collection of real stuffed animals and skeletons that are both interesting and educational. An educational trip made exciting.

Adventure Rides - Ride on camels, horses, carabaos and alpacas - a unique experience only in Zoobic.

Close Encounter - An exciting close encounter (2 ft away) with Siberian and Bengala tigers. Be a witness to their huge appetite.

                        

Tiger Safari - A once in a lifetime adventure! Ride in a safari jeep where you will enter an enclosed area with live tigers roaming and frolicking in their natural habitat. Be thrilled with their vibrating growl!

Zoobic Safari also has an educational show featuring live animals, jungle survival with aetas and the newest Mini Moe Show were you can have fun as you see unique mini animals perform live!

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NAYONG PILIPINO sa CLARK EXPO

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Binuksan na sa publiko ni Pangulong Gloria Macapagal Arroyo ang bagong Nayong Pilipino sa Clark Expo (NPCE) na itinayo sa Colonial Plaza sa Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga.

Ang lumang 8.6 hektaryang Nayong Pilipino na pasyalan ng pamilya sa Pasay City ay isinara noong Hulyo 2002 sa bisa ng Executive Order No. 11 na ipinalabas ni Gng Arroyo upang gamitin sa pagpapaluwag sa katabi nitong Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

Nakapaloob sa EO No. 11 ang paglikha ng Nayong Pilipino Foundation na inatasang maghanap ng alternatibong pagtatayuan ng cultural theme park.

At nitong Disyembre 22, pinasinayaan ni Arroyo ang bagong tahanan ng Nayong Pilipino sa Clark Expo kung saan makikita ang mga replica ng iba’t-ibang tanawin sa Pilipinas katulad ng Barasoain Church, Heroes' Plaza at Ifugao village.

Ang Barasoain Church ang nagsilbing sentro ng kapangyarihan ng rebolusyunaryong gobyerno ng Pilipinas dahil dito nilikha ang Konstitusyon ng bansa na tinawag na Malolos Constitution.

                         

Makikita naman sa Heroes' Plaza ang replica ng mga tahanan ng mga bayaning sina Dr. Jose Rizal, Emilio Aguinaldo at Apolinario Mabini.

Ayon kay Charito L. Planas, executive director ng NPCE, walang bayad ang pagpasyal sa cultural theme park mula Disyambre 22, 2007 hanggang Pebrero 2008. Pagkatapos nito, magkakaroon ng entrance fee sa mga papasyal mula P5 hanggang P10. Bukas ang cultural theme park sa buong linggo mula 8 a.m. hanggang 9 p.m.

                        

Kabilang sa mga makikita sa bagong Nayong Pilipino ang mga museum, katutubong bahay, mga produktong gawa ng Filipino, cultural performance, exhibits, restaurant at meditation gardens. - Fidel Jimenez, GMANews.TV

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DOLPHIN & SEA LION PHOTO ENCOUNTERS at OCEAN ADVENTURE

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While other theme parks take you for a spin, Ocean Adventure, the country’s first and only marine park, puts some sense back into fun with its informative animal shows and programs.Only Ocean Adventure can combine entertainment and education with the help of friendly false killer whales, intelligent dolphins and comic sea lions.

Be amazed as false killer whales and dolphins do aerial acrobatics with grace and power in their all-natural lagoon home. While they zip and spin in the air, kids and adults alike learn more about these astounding animals – how they communicate, swim or dive with ease and how they are leading Ocean Adventure’s efforts to protect the ocean and all the animals that live in it.

South American Sea Lions, on the other hand, are the resident clowns at Ocean Adventure. But while providing tons of laughs during their program, these witty, wily and sometimes stubborn animals show their trainers who’s the boss when it comes to environmental protection. See them balance beach balls on their noses and put environmentally-destructive plastic bottles in their respective trash receptacles. They also play Sherlock Holmes with their trainers and hunt down environmental misfits. You’ll likewise be astonished when they deliver their environmental message in their own tongue!

Aside from animal shows, Ocean Adventure also offer animal encounter programs for children aged 8 and up. The 45minute whale encounter program, the first and only open-water interactive program in the country, lets kids meet a whale eye-to-eye, hand-to-fin and feettofluke.

Under proper supervision, participants can ride on, touch, feed and hug their new friend while learning more about their habitat, behavior and environmental importance.

For certified divers, Ocean Adventure also offers a chance to get deeper with false killer whales with its ‘Dive With The Whales’ program. The adventure starts with a personalized introduction of the individual whales you’ll be meeting beneath the lagoon. Divers learn more about their personality, behavior, physiology and uncanny abilities underwater. Then, its 30 minutes of bliss as divers touch, swim and explore their underwater world with them.

For those who want to work with animals, Ocean Adventure offers interested parties the opportunity to become trainers for a day. You’ll help prepare food, participate in training sessions and receive personalized instructions on how to train and care for animals at Ocean Adventure.

                        

What more can you ask for? Only Ocean Adventure combines fun, education and thrilling close encounters with animals from the deep.

(Manila Bulletin, 27 September 2005)

PUEBLO POR LA PLAYA, PAGBILAO QUEZON

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PUEBLO POR LA PLAYA, PAGBILAO QUEZON

Pueblo por la Playa is a 12-hectare first-rate Mexican-inspired residential and country club situated in the cove of Pagbilao, Quezon. Only 9 kilometers away from Lucena City, Pueblo por la Playa showcases a picturesque view of the sky, land, and sea.

                           

Cafe Oaxaca

The coffee shop is a perfect place to meet friends whether it be a sunny day after a water sports race, a fancy dinner under the canopy of billion stars or just an ordinary day to unwind and enjoy the panoramic vista of the sea while having your favorite cup of coffee. Each area in the coffee shop has its own unique features.

The inside of the coffee shop is fully-airconditioned with cove lightings. The round logs on the ceiling and vigan tiles on the flooring added intricacy to its architectural design.

The viewing decks are ideal for those who want a cozy ambiance. Both decks are filled with umbrella stands with distinctly customized tables and chairs.

Don't miss to see the relaxing waterfalls and the exotic fishes in the pond located in the Deck 2.

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The Duplex are the rooms allocated for the members and visitors of Pueblo who wish to stay for quite sometime. It is divided into two living units with an entry porch for each. Both having a living area, bedroom, comfort room, and viewing deck.

Each visit to Pueblo is a complete new experience with your choice Duplex. All units have different interior designs that will surely make your stay worthwhile.

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VILLA ESCUDERO PLANTATION & RESORT

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An interesting two hour drive South from Metro Manila brings you to one of the Philippines most popular get aways, Villa Escudero, where Philippine culture and history comes to life.

Take a guided tour of the most famous "Escudero Private Museum" Housing one of the largest collections in the country, its unmatched in its diversity. Eclectic by design, the collection is made up of religious artifacts, silver alters, carrozas, Spanish galleon trade items, ceramics and Philippine dioramas.

Native bamboo rafts are available for guests to explore the scenic lake and better enjoy the views of Mount Banahaw and Cristobal. 

                           

Villa Escudero is a working coconut plantation founded in 1872. In 1980 the Escudero family opened the plantation to the general public. Since then Villa Escudero has developed a worldwide reputation as a focal point to experience Philippine culture and history in a beautiful rural setting.

A favorite of visitors and a most memorable experience is to enjoy a lunch featuring special Escudero family recipes at the Labasin Waterfall. Delight in the sparkling waterfall and lush tropical vegetation. Most diners opt to sit at tables placed directly in the stream and enjoy the cooling spring water flowing over their bare feet. 

The Escudero family mentors one of the Philippines most renowned ethnic dance troupes, string and maranao percussion bands.

Halina pasyal tayo!

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CAMSUR WATERSPORT COMPLEX

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Camsur Watersport Complex - first choose for Asia

In just 5 month the new Cableway in the province Cam Sur was planed and realised. The Camsur Watersport Complex which opend on May 21 belongs to the world leading Cableways and is undoubted number one in Asia.

Diggers and bulldozers brought the lake with a long streched island in the middle to the right size. A system of fonts care for best water quality. The Cableway is 700 meters long and has got 6 masts which assure a strong cable. The cable is 9 meters high which is perfect for wakeboarding. The masts for flood light are already mounted. 10 obstacles let every riders heart beat faster.

Two huge projected buildings house a Pro Shop, dressing room, showers and toilets. Even the kitchen of the planed restaurant is just working. A huge swimmingpool and a palm field, too belongs to the complex. There is enough place for parking! Just 300m beside there is a huge convention center. Between the convention center and the cableway they are working at a hotel with 40 rooms and some bungalows.

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THE PHILIPPINE EAGLE CENTER

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The Center is home to 32 Philippine Eagles, 16 of which are captive-bred. It also houses 10 other species of birds, 4 species of mammals and 2 species of reptiles. Simulating a tropical rain forest environment, the Center offers the visitor a glimpse into the country?s forest ecosystem. Although the exhibits are used primarily to help educate the Filipino people on conservation, the facility is also considered a major tourist attraction in Davao City.

The PHILIPPINE EAGLE (Pithecophaga jefferyi) is a giant forest raptor endemic to the Philippines. It is considered one of the largest and most powerful eagles in the world. Unfortunately, it is also one of the world's rarest and certainly among its most critical endangered vertebrate species. The eagle is known to be geographically restricted to the islands of Luzon, Samar, Leyte and Mindanao.

The Philippine Eagle Center
Malagos, Baguio District
Davao City 8000 Philippines



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DAVAO CROCODILE PARK

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The Davao CROCODILE PARK has been around
for years. It was one of places where onle school
children go to for field trips.

Last year, the Dizon family-owned park moved to a
new and better home. After the change of location
and the improved amenities, locals and tourists
started to flock to the place to see animals,
interact with nature and have some fun.

Although the park is not a full-pledged zoo, it is
one of the few places in the city where children
can learn more about the rich flora and fauna of
Davao City and the rest of the Philippines.

On Sundays, families and barkadas flock to the
park to be amazed at the antics of the lazy but
fierce crocodiles, the colorful plumes of birds, and
the freaky lizards and the rare mammals.

The Davao CROCODILE PARK, located along the
Ma-a Diversion Road is a mere 15-30 mins. drive
from the heart of Davao City.

Tara na, Pasyal po tayo!

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OCEAN ADVENTURE

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Welcome to a world of wonder!

Ocean Adventure is Southeast Asia's first and only open-water marine park. Here the animals live and play in a natural setting of clear water teeming with marine life, coral reefs, and a lovely white sand beach. Experience the whales, and sea lions, and a host of fish and sea creatures in a variety of exciting and intimate ways. Ocean Adventure is an all-weather park. The covered walkways, sheltered stadiums, and indoor facilities insure you'll have a comfortable experience, in
sunshine or in rain.

The Whale Presentation is an entertaining and informative show, providing you the opportunity to learn about our whales, while being thrilled by their grace, agility, power, and intelligence. The presentation is packed with action, smiles, and interesting information. You'll be thrilled by their amazing acrobatic ability, as they leap high into the air performing bows and spins. You'll discover how gentle and playful they are as they dance with the lucky guests and perform the spectacular rocket ride with our trainers.

Come on down to the Nautilus Theater and meet one of our South American sea lions. This delightful show, perfect for all ages, shows you what it takes to be a member of the Sea Lion Marine Patrol. It's filled with lots of action and a strong environmental message. You'll learn about our fascinating sea lion friends, and see first hand what agile, intelligent, and friendly animals they are. And everyone will leave with some new ideas on what you can do to take better care of our environment. So, make sure you support the Sea Lion Marine Patrol by joining us in the Nautilus Theater. In between the laughter and fun, there's a lot to be learned!

OCEAN ADVENTURE
Camayan Wharf, West Ilanin Forest Area
Subic Bay , Philippines

EURO STAR CARNIVAL

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Say goodbye to EK . . . but for a while.

The Euro Star Carnival will run from December 2005 to March 2006, so Filipinos have more time to enjoy the amazing rides that have never before been seen in our country. For further inquiries, you can call the Euro Star Carnival Hotline at 727-4084.

Don't miss the fun at the Euro Star Carnival at The Fort, Taguig on
Dec. 24 and bring out the daredevil in you!

Feel the Rush at THE FORT !

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ENCHANTED KINGDOM

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Thousands of people head south of Manila to spend a day of fun-filled relaxation and adventurous excitement within the American-style walls of the Enchanted  Kingdom, a 17-hectare theme park located in the outskirts of Sta. Rosa, Laguna (south of Manila).

Enchanted Kingdom, a short five-minute ride from the Sta. Rosa Tollgate of South Luzon Expressway, brings the closest version of Disney-type leisure in the country. The theme park, managed and operated by Amtrust Leisure Corporation (ALC), offers thrilling rides like Grand Carousel, Flying Fiesta, Rialto, Space Shuttle, Log Jam, Wheel of Fate, Condor, Up Up and Away, Roller Coaster, Anchors Away, Dodgem, Stone Eggs, Air Pterodactyl, Swan boats, and Bump n Splash.

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STAR CITY "Saya to the Max"

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You’ll know the holiday season is here when sparkling lights, delightful music and squeaks of glee fill the evening air right at the heart of Roxas Boulevard — it could only mean that Christmas has arrived at Star City!

For almost 15 years now, a fun-filled excursion to Star City is just as much a Pinoy yuletide staple as bibingka at puto bumbong, parol or Misa de Gallo. The best part is that you don’t have to wait too long to revel in the holiday spirit because the magic of Christmas begins when the Filipino family’s favorite entertainment center opens its gates on September 16 with a promise of "Saya to the Max!"

True to its name, Star City is also the perfect place for stargazing, with its exciting line-up of entertainment shows and mini-concerts, all for park goers to enjoy for free. Meanwhile, no less than 33 rides and attractions await you for non-stop thrills and action. This year, be among the first to encounter the gargantuan gorilla "Kong", who lords it over an chilling menagerie of creatures from the pre-historic age, the deep jungles and even modern cityscapes. And don’t miss out on the all-time favorite staples that keep the crowds coming back for more, especially the heart-thumping Zyklon with its 360-degree loop!

With Star City’s convenient location, affordable tickets, great rides and programs, I think you’ll be hard-pressed to see a more reasonably priced form of entertainment for the whole family, "That’s why we call the Star City experience ‘Saya to the Max’." Star City is conveniently located at the CCP Complex along Roxas blvd., Pasay City.

MANILA ZOO

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Time has changed MANILA ZOOLOGICAL and BOTANICAL GARDEN considerably. The MZBG in spite of everything, hopefully has matured in 43 year since July 25, 1959 to July 25, 2002.

MZBG visitor now enjoy the Kinder Zoo with its free flying, multicolored butterflies and birds, hanging bridges over a well stocked fish lagoon, boating in serene lagoon, open-air pet show theater, playground, cool and shaded picnic areas, spacious parking areas, guided tours around the zoo, functional souvenir stores and canteens, unmatched botanical and herbal exhibits anywhere in the Philippine cities and piped-in soothing sonatas.

Linkages are from consortium of students from local Colleges and University zoo Volunteer's group. Soon, this linkages will be strengthened by MZBG based researchers in Zoology and Botany. Likewise, info-sharing through computer networks all around the world will energize and empower us beyond the realm of pragmatism.

THE MANILA SPEEDZONE

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The most modern and challenging leisure karting facility in the Philippines offering speed, thrills, and great competition. A fun and unique place to hold corporate events, such as team building activities, product launches, and theme parties. A safe and simple concept that is accessible to everyone yet designed to pump up the adrenaline  and guaranteed to blast the everyday stress away! Once you have tried it, there will be no looking back.

The Manila Speedzone
Blk 42 8th Avenue corner 34th St.
Fort Bonifacio Global City, Taguig Metro Manila,
Philippines

AMAZING WORLD OF LIGHTS AND LANTERNS

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Amazing World of Lights & Lanterns CCP Complex, Pasay City

LUNETA PARK

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Luneta Park is situated in the heart of the city of Manila, Philippines. It is at the northern end of Roxas Boulevard, overlooking Manila Bay.

It was called Bagumbayan in Spanish times, and became known later on as Luneta. It is also called Rizal Park, officially called so by 1917 in tribute to the Philippine national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal. The body of the hero is said to lie under his memorial statue there, with ceremonial soldiers guarding the site. His poem, "Mi Ultimo Adios" ("My Final Goodbye") is inscribed in the memorial plaque.

The name "Luneta" is synonymous to the word lunette; the park was said to have the shape of a half moon in Spanish times, where it was beside a Spanish fort serving as a buffer during rebellions by the locals.

The park in modern times has become a local spot for families to have picnics on Sundays and holidays. It has a small man-made lake with a replica of the Philippine Islands in the middle. The park has recreational value as well, as bands, orchestras and other sorts of entertainment are provided for free in its open-air auditorium, aptly called "Concert at the Park". Other attractions of Rizal Park include the Chinese and Japanese Gardens, the Department of Tourism main office, the National Museum of the Filipino People, The National Library of the hilippines, the Planetarium, the monument of the Philippines' first hero, Lapu-Lapu, a fountain area, a children's lagoon, a chess plaza, a light and sound presentation, and the Quirino Grandstand.