Joined Asia Pacific Leaders’ Forum – Blogging 101 at Paradizoo and Residence Inn

With more and more bloggers added to the industry everyday, it is relevant to keep up with what the readers need while staying true to your writing niche. With Zoomanity Group holding this year’s Asia Pacific Leaders’ Forum Blogging 101, bloggers like myself are fully supported and provided seamless and continuous training on how to excel and be responsible as we write.

In the coming weeks, feel free to bookmark this page or follow this page as I write about my takeaways from the bloggers’ forum. The day started with a tour of Paradizoo. And with an overnight accommodation at Zoobic Safari plus tickets (from my previous Zoocobia experience) I can use at Paradizoo, I will certainly come back with my family and kids in tow and you will certainly read about that experience on my upcoming posts. So off we went hopping from every inch and corner of Paradizoo. Among the highlights are opportunities to have visitors feed the animals, interact with them at a safe distance, all while reading all the relevant trivia posted around the fenced areas.

There were two spots where we saw Arabian camels. One was actually up for riding and the other one was caged and can be fed with greens.

And then there was the five-legged cow, countless horses and ostriches. It is hard to notice the spacious, grassy lawns around the animals. Kids will certainly have a good time running around the area, and will never run out of games to play while they walk around to see the animals. The rabbit cages look like a mini rabbit village, complete with mini rabbit houses and play area. Kids will surely love feeding the rabbits, just be ready for the smell of the animals, as they are placed right next to each other and can create pungent animal smell for kids.

After the forum, it was time to go to Residence Inn Tagaytay. The albino Burmese python looks intimidating and super scary but was cold, quiet and non responsive, both in the cage and even while touched and held for photos. Was not brave enough to touch and pet the tiger, was woken up in between pictures and fed milk as visitors go into the fence for photos.

Honey is made available for anyone who wants to buy plus a butterfly garden full of it, that you will not know which one to take picture of. They are so many, the butterflies do not mind and do not get bothered as they land on plants, flowers and even on visitors!

A farm is not a farm without the plants and the gardens. The vegetable garden is quite a view and it comes with good news as it offers fresh, organic vegetables that visitors can buy and take home.

It was definitely a day empowering. The bloggers forum empowering us to write, network and develop accountability and responsibility, the tour refreshing our eyes with beautiful, picturesque nature view and the people we have added as valuable friends.

Blogging 101 in Tagaytay

On August 16, 2015 at 9AM to 4PM, Pinoy Blogger Group will have a mini forum about Blogging at Paradizoo at Mendez Cavite then tour at Residence Inn, Tagaytay.

Paradizoo and Residence Inn are just two theme parks under Zoomanity Group of Yupangco Group of Companies headed by Robert Laurel Yupangco. I am so happy to be part as select bloggers will learn about the following to enhance more about writing skills

Responsible Blogging

Ethics in Blogging

How to get advertisers

Quality content Blogs are an amazing way to demonstrate expertise online, control message and build personal reputation and credibility as a writer. Being a blogger allows us to be journalists who make use of an online platform to tell a story. I am so happy to be meeting people through my blog pages, my pages allows me to clue people in on what I am passionate about. In the coming weeks, hoping to share with you what beauty God has created from the places I visited with my son and a team of friends.

Blogs allow you to easily tell stories, readers can interact with you and you can build relationships with them. Ministry has become bigger and every interaction allows you to show the same love from God you are receiving. Blogging allows you to differentiate yourself from others, too, showcase your personality and share information about yourself, and in my case, a product or an event review.

If you would like to be part of this or if you need more information, please contact TAG Media and PR at 09166299381 or send an email to gracenicolas@yahoo.com

Four Days Remaining to Join and Win 10 Tickets to Zoomanity and Tree Top Adventure

Mark your calendars because on July11 (before noon), we will announce the five winners who will take the tickets home. Winners will be automatically notified via email which will confirm the details of how they can claim their prize. Feel free to check the details from here.

I am also excited to announce that for July, the Cherry Mobile’s Cubix Cube Phone sold exclusively at Lazada is going to be part of my next giveaway. From the company behind Cherry Mobile Brand, Cosmic Technologies Inc. is officially launching their first exclusive online brand, CUBIX. With the growing shift towards e-commerce, the CUBIX aims to become a significant contributor in the growing online market. Amid staggering numbers in smartphone users and improved connectivity, consumer lifestyle has changed drastically. With new payment methods being created as well as better delivery services, consumers are provided with more affordable smartphones with the benefit of effortless online shopping.

Technical Specifications

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Zoomanity Group joins Philippine Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions event (PhilAAPA)

The leader in theme park management is undoubtedly no other than Mr. Robert Laurel Yupangco. 6 Theme Parks; Zoobic Safari in Subic, Zambales, Paradizoo in Mendez, Cavite, Residence Inn, Tagaytay, Zoocolate Thrills in Loboc, Bohol, Zoocobia in Clark, Pampanga and Zootopia in Japan are the parks managed by the award winning entrepreneur aside from the other 20 more businesses he is handling; Hotels (Azotea, Residence Inn, Zoobic Lodge), Financial Services (YL Finance, Manila Express), Industrial Products (Aqua Primera Refilling Station),   Transportation (Bel Air Transport, Golf Cars, Greyhound Safari Vans),  Music & Sound Systems (Yamaha Music, Sound Publishing, Yamaha School of Music), Real Estate (YL Land, Commercial Centers), Restaurants (Nanten Japanese Restaurant inside Manila Polo Club, Misono Japanese Restaurant, Yakitori).

For this coming June 22, 2015, The Philippine Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (PhilAAPA) will have a tour operators event at Enchanted Kingdom, Santa Rosa, Laguna with its 40 members that includes Zoomanity Group (Zoobic Safari, Zoocobia, Residence Inn, Paradizoo, Zoocolate Thrills and Zootopia Japan), Manila Ocean Park, Ocean Adventure, Enchanted Kingdom, Star City, Ticketworld, Mind Museum, Puzzle Mansion, Active Fun, Pixie Forest (Festival Mall) and Island Cove among other members. 

The organizers invited 500 Travel and Tour Operators with a conference about safety. The 2015 Tour Operators Day aims to unite amusement park owners and accredit/ acknowledge partners in the industry as well as Tour Operators and Bus Operators. Seminars will also be conducted to uplift the standard of the services and promotion of the tourism industry which in return, everyone will be benefited.

Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas of TAG Media and Public Relations, the one in charge for marketing and branding of Zoomanity Group will also join the event. Selected participants will be going to the venue in style since they will be riding in a two decker jeepney, manufactured and produced by Mark Bautista.

For more info, please contact TAG Media and Public Relations at 09166299381 or at grace@asiadigitalmarketing.ph

Visited Zoocobia at Clark, Pampanga for Tour Operators Day

On May 26, 2015 at Zoocobia, Clark, Pampanga, Zoomanity Group, the leader in Theme Parks and Zoo Management in the Philippines welcomed 500 Travel & Tour Operators and the media. This is to acknowledge them with their contributions and loyalty in bringing quality destination and education to patrons and clients of Zoomanity Group. Zoomanity Group handles 5 theme parks; Zoobic Safari at Subic, Zambales, Zoocobia at Clark, Pampanga, Zoocolate Thrills at Loboc, Bohol, Residence Inn & Zoo at Tagaytay and Paradizoo at Mendez, Cavite. The company is managing different hotels and restaurants too in the Philippines and abroad.

According to Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas of TAG Media and Public Relations, “Zoomanity Group likes to give back the blessings to our partners who are the travel & tour operators and the media. Without them, the ever increasing customers and clients who are visiting and patronizing the different theme parks under Zoomanity Group will not be possible. We are thankful and grateful and to acknowledge them, Zoomanity Group are doing events like these annually.”

Zoomanity Group gave away lots of souvenirs to everyone and hailed the operators who have exceeded their expectations with a very generous cash gifts.

Zoocobia Theme Farm is a 5 hectares facility at Clark, Pampanga and a tourist destination. To visit the theme parks, please contact Grace at grace@asiadigitalmarketing.ph and for more information, please visit http://www.zoomanity.com.ph

Subic Grand Hoyah Hotel

With Department of Tourism’s projected tourist count of over 6 million visiting the Philippines for 2016, the choice of hotels to stay at can make or break one’s vacation.

Inside Subic Bay Freeport Zone, there are so many hotels to choose from but only one hotel stand out not only because of the professional and friendly staff but because of the chic & fun KTV, affordable Spa and the restaurant with fixed tables because of the custom made Shabu Shabu embedded gas range. Subic Grand Hoya Hotel is a class of its own located just along Canal Road, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Zambales which is just 2 hours North away from Manila, Philippines.

At the right side of the lobby is the restaurant that can cater up to 100 people. The complimentary breakfast is something to look forward to with different kinds of juices and coffee selections. The Shabu Shabu is beyond the standard. All ingredients are selected by the Subic Grand Hoyah Hotel to prove the magnificent dining experience.

According to Liberty Yana, the Sales and Marketing Head of Subic Grand Hoya Hotel, “Grand Hoyah Hotel Subic is a four storey boutique hotel located in central business district of Subic Bay Freeport Zone. This 3 years old hotel magnificently designed and features with the finest amenities. Throughout the hotel, the guests are treated to a unique atmosphere, complimented with the gracious hospitality and personalized service of our warm staff. The best choice for your family, business partners and also for leisure travelers.”

Subic Grand Hoyah Hotel offers 40 spacious rooms
Deluxe Twin Rooms
Superior King Room
Deluxe King Room
Family Deluxe Room
Family Suite Room

Subic Grand Hoyah Hotel offers a world class facility that is just in the heart of Subic and near all the best places to go like if you like shopping, head to the nearest Royal Duty Free. If your family likes to experience the extreme, go to Tree Top Adventure. If you like to check your courage with tigers, crocodiles and other 30 more animal species, drop by to the only theme park with white lions & the only tiger Safari in the Philippines which is Zoobic Safari under Zoomanity Group, the best theme parks not only in Subic but also in the country.

The Grand Hoyah Hotel KTV 
Relaxing and fun KTV rooms with 55 inches screens at Subic Grand Hoyah Hotel. From VIP Rooms that caters for two persons to bigger and wider for groups and parties. There are different choices only at Grand Hoyah Hotel.

Grand Hoyah Hotel offers an international standard Spa and Massage services from experts and professionally trained therapist while on stay in the hotel.

For more information: http://www.subicgrandhoyahhotel.com

Zoocobia Visited, New Zooperb Rides Tried

Our day started with the group trooping to Clark Pampanga, our destination: Zoocobia. Mommies will surely appreciate a zoo that is no longer just offering animals to view. Zoocobia is more than just a zoo with caged animals, in fact, it is a zoo like no other. Have you ever thought that a 4×4 ride will be part of what a zoo can offer? Well, Zoocobia makes it possible.

Clarkzilla 4×4 ride allows you to get on a 4×4 4-wheel-engine jeep ride along forest trail. Kids will surely love this new take on an adventure ride. The ride is not as dangerous as you would have it on sandy trail, which makes the ride perfect for conversation with kids. See where the trail starts with picture above.

Camels may have been a common picture from deserts, but guess what? It is a staple for Zoocobia. You see camels led by costumed guides and it is not just for viewing, it is up for a ride. Kids may never get to ride a camel anywhere else, other than in Zoocobia. These gentle giants will surely complete your Dubai Safari feel.

What I appreciate about Zoocobia is kids-appropriate attractions such as the Zoocology Museum. Animal bone and skeleton displays can complete any kid’s zoo experience.

The Barn – is where kids can explore where the camel and horses stalls are. It comes complete with hay and visiting it takes you to a real barn experience as kids can choose to feed, pet or interact with animals.

Giant Slides – instead of landing in the pool, you land in a haystack. This takes giant slides experience to different dose of fun.

Birdhouse – have the kids take home memories of a close encounter with different colourful birds nestled on tree branches. Birds all around you, on your shoulder, on your hand, all over your face is possible when you get inside a gigantic bird house. Right outside it, take the option to try the footbath where fishes nibble at your feet.

Gamezone – second level offers a reprieve from the sun and will let the kids enjoy different arcade-type games.

Zoovenir shop – end your visit with a pasalubong for your other family members or friends. Zoovenir items are up for sale that you will never run out of ways sharing the fun you had from Zoocobia.

Zoocobia is one of the amazing theme parks of Zoomanity Group which includes Zoobic Safari in Subic, Residence Inn Tagaytay, Paradizoo in Mendez Cavite, Z-Planet inside Star City and Zoocolate Thrills in Loboc Bohol.

If you want to experience these amazing adventure or have questions, feel free to call them up at 8983695/8999828/08 or visit our website at www.zoomanity.com.ph

Zoocobia at Clark, Pampanga Tour Operators Day

On May 26, 2015 at Zoocobia, Clark, Pampanga, Zoomanity Group, the leader in Theme Parks and Zoo Management in the Philippines will welcome 500 Travel & Tour Operators to acknowledge them with their contributions and loyalty in bringing quality destination and education to patrons and clients of Zoomanity Group.

Zoomanity Group handles 5 theme parks; Zoobic Safari at Subic, Zambales, Zoocobia at Clark, Pampanga, Zoocolate Thrills at Loboc, Bohol, Residence Inn & Zoo at Tagaytay and Paradizoo at Mendez, Cavite. The company is managing different hotels and restaurants too in the Philippines and abroad.

CEO Robert Yupangco, COO Del De Jesus and different Operations Managers under Zoomanity Group will welcome the media too who are helping the company in dissemination of information.

According to Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas of TAG Media and Public Relations, “Zoomanity Group likes to give back the blessings to our partners who are the travel & tour operators and the media. Without them, the ever increasing customers and clients who are visiting and patronizing the different theme parks under Zoomanity Group will not be possible. We are thankful and grateful and to acknowledge them, Zoomanity Group are doing events like these annually.”

Zoocobia Theme Farm is a 5 hectares facility at Clark, Pampanga and a tourist destination. To visit the theme parks, please contact Grace at grace@asiadigitalmarketing.ph and for more information, please visit http://www.zoomanity.com.ph