KidZania Manila: Safe and Secure Hub for Learning through Play

     A city where kids can do big things, KidZania Manila is an exciting destination for dreamers ages four to 14 to role-play various careers in a safe, secure environment. With about 8,000 square meters of educational play space, the kid-sized metropolis is designed to be as child-friendly as possible—from the look and feel of each establishment, to the professional and pleasant staff that guide and care for kid visitors.

     Kenzo is so excited to visit KidZania Manila for the second time. This time, he is going to play there with his cousins. I'm pretty sure that some mommies here had been there not only once, right? I'm also excited to go back there because it's childhood feels, indeed! It's fun and tiring at the same time but definitely worth it! More details about KidZania Manila after the jump.

KidZania Manila: Safe and Secure Hub for Learning through Play

KidZania Manila

• KidZania Manila is a mini-metropolis customized for kids. 
• The play city features smaller-scale yet completely functional replicas of city structures such as a bank, fire station, hospital, TV and radio stations, theater, and even its own Supreme Court and tax office.
• The strict attention to details is reflected not only in designing and building a hyper-real replica of a working city, but also in the safety and security features of the entire facility. 
• KidZania Manila has anti-slip flooring and no sharp edges to avoid accidents, as well as heavily secured access points and clear directional signage. 
• Also in place are professional security measures, including CCTV monitoring cameras, a paging system, and emergency facility features, to ensure that each kid remains safe while inside the premises.

KidZania Manila: Safe and Secure Hub for Learning through Play

     In addition, kids and their parents are fitted with matching RFID (radio frequency identification) security bracelets when they check in at the KidZania Manila International Airport. These devices keep track of the kids’ location at all times and ensure that no child can leave the facility without being accompanied or picked-up by their registered adult companion.

KidZania Manila: Safe and Secure Hub for Learning through Play
At KidZania Manila, parents and guardians can keep track of their kids’ location at all times through the use of matching RFID bracelets. Only KidZania staff can put them on and take them off, ensuring that no child can go out of the play city without their registered adult companion.

Care in Every Corner

     KidZania Manila also went to great lengths to ensure that the entire play city is accessible to all kids, including those with special needs and disabilities. Aside from elevators transferring from floor-to-floor, stair lifts are also provided for establishments or levels accessed through stairs. The comfort rooms are compliant with Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 (An Act to Enhance the Mobility of Disabled Persons by Requiring Certain Buildings, Institutions, Establishments and Public Utilities to Install Facilities and Other Devices) and its Amended Implementing Rules and Regulations (the “Accessibility Law”). Information in establishments within the city is also available in audio-visual medium.

     Friendly, professional and accommodating, the KidZania Manila staff are also equipped with the expertise to accommodate and assist visiting kids. They have completed a series of training sessions, including the KITE (Knowledge Integration Training for Expertise) Training Program, to ensure that the operation, safety, and experience of KidZania Manila meet global quality standards.

KidZania Manila: Safe and Secure Hub for Learning through Play

     Key frontline personnel are also trained in the provision of first-aid and carry basic medical kits with them at all times. In addition, the play city has a dedicated, fully qualified first aid team that can attend to medical concerns.

Let your kids experience the power and fun of play at KidZania Manila. 

For more information on ticket prices and schedules, visit manila.kidzania.com

About KidZania

     KidZania is an interactive kids’ city combining inspiration, fun, and learning through realistic role-play for kids four to 14. Kids can independently explore a kid-sized city with over 100 role-playing activities. Each experience is designed to empower kids, giving them the confidence to be their best selves, and inspiration to be great global citizens. One of the world’s most inventive, most awarded and fastest-growing kids’ educational entertainment concepts, KidZania has 21 locations in 18 countries, including in the Philippines.

     KidZania, Inc., headquartered in Mexico, was founded in 1997, opened its first park in 1999, and is privately held. For more information about KidZania Manila, visit manila.kidzania.com. KidZania is locally franchised by Play Innovations, Inc., whose majority stakeholder is ABS-CBN Corporation.

Granny Goose Pop 'n Chips- Snacks that Make Life Extraordinary

     I'm a long time fan of Granny Goose snacks. It's one of my favorite snacks when I was in high school. I always make sure that we have cheese flavor Kornets  in our snack stash. On the other hand, my siblings fave is Tortillos. Fast forward today, Granny Goose keeps snack time exciting and tasty with its more-than-the-usual line of products. Every bag of Granny Goose ensures an extraordinary snacking adventure with its unique product formats.

     Craving for a snack that’s different from the usual fried chips in the market? Try Granny Goose’s latest offering, Pop ‘n Chips, which guarantees a different munching experience. This hybrid treat combines the soft texture of popcorn and snappy crunch of chips and it’s popped and not fried. Before sharing this article, I've already tried both flavors of Pop 'n Chips and I must say it's worth every calories! More details about this flavorful snack that will surely make you crave for more below!

Granny Goose Pop 'n Chips- Snacks that Make Life Extraordinary

     Pop ’n Chips can be enjoyed in two mouthwatering flavors, Jalapeño & Cheese and Sour Cream. It comes in solo packs (P12.00 SRP) and now, in buddy packs (P24.00 SRP) that are perfect for sharing.

     Over the years, Granny Goose has offered well-loved snacks that complement extraordinary moments. One of its classic snacks is the stone-ground Tortillos, rolled thin to deliver more flavor in every chip. This is available in four tasty flavors - Barbecue, Cheese, Chili and Sour Cream. Granny Goose also gives us our favorite cone-shaped chips, Kornets. Now with bigger cones for a bigger crunch in delicious Cheese and Natural flavors. Enjoy snacking to Granny Goose’s more-the-usual line of products: the new Pop ‘n Chips, the flavorful stone-ground Tortillos, and the cone-shaped Kornets.

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4D Non-Surgical Facelift by Luminisce

     No matter what age you are in, it is never too late or early to be the healthiest and best version of yourself. Visible signs of aging can start when we hit our mid 20’s to early 30's. This includes loss of skin elasticity and volume resulting in sagging skin especially on the cheeks and jaw, fine lines and wrinkles on the forehead, expression lines on the eyes and cheek, and more prominent nasolabial folds.

4D Non-Surgical Facelift by Luminisce
Introducing Fotona4D, A non-surgical laser face lifting machine that can rejuvenate skin and fight common signs of aging (Uneven skin tone, wrinkles, fine lines and facial sagging)

    Although Botox and Fillers are first in-mind when it comes to non-surgical anti-aging treatments, there are patients who are not comfortable with the idea of injections and want the least invasive procedure.

Painless procedure with same anti-aging effect as Botox and fillers and no down-time

     Fotona 4D, the latest technology for non-surgical rejuvenation and facelift is now in the Philippines. The great novelty of Fotona 4D is its four-dimensional approach. It is the first anti-aging laser treatment that includes a painless intra-oral approach to stimulate the production of collagen around the mouth, nasolabial area, cheeks, and lower face from the inside out.

4D Non-Surgical Facelift by Luminisce
Fotona4D is enabled by the expanded capabilities of 4 unique modes and 2 complimentary wavelengths that result in a respectable SmoothLifting treatment with low downtime and without any injections.

     It is now offered in Luminisce Skin & Laser Clinic in Bonifacio Global City, dubbed as “the new couture skin clinic” by its Skinvestors. This includes beauty queen Bea Rose Santiago, actress Carmina Villaroel and Zoren Legaspi, Ina Feleo, celebrity mom Maggie Wilson, and lawyer Stella Pastores- Esquivias. 

     Wellness expert and health advocate, Dr. Kristina Reyes of Luminisce decided to offer the Fotona 4D technology to meet the growing demand for a non-surgical way of lifting the face without injections, but with everyone noticing the difference.

    According to the London-trained dermatologist, this breakthrough laser treatment is best for people who are looking for a non-invasive way of lifting and tightening the face and body, with no surgery, no pain, no downtime, and no bruising.

     If you want to experience the new dimension in anti-aging technology, 

you can book your Fotona 4D treatment through www.luminisce.com 

call 5118500/ 09778044601/09159794661.

About Dra. Kaycee Reyes

     Wellness expert and health advocate, Dr. Kristina ‘Kaycee’ Cuevas Reyes, studied medicine at the University of Sto. Tomas Faculty of Medicine & Surgery. She completed her Diploma in Dermatology and Master of Science in Clinical Dermatology from King’s College and St. John’s Institute of Dermatology at Guy’s & St. Thomas Hospital respectively in London.

About Luminisce Holistic Skin Innovations

     Luminisce Holistic Skin Innovations is a developed boutique clinic that aims to provide wellness, beauty, and body care through premium and innovative skin care services. Luminisce is located at 2/F Mercury Drug Building, across St. Luke’s Medical Center-Global City, 32nd Street corner 4th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.

More Peace of Mind for Filipinos with Alagang Cebuana Plus

     What can P25 buy you today? With Alagang Cebuana Plus, it can now buy peace of mind. And by making insurance more affordable, Pioneer Insurance and Cebuana Lhuillier are bringing security and peace of mind to more Filipinos, especially to those who cannot afford traditional insurance policies.

     Ideally, an insurance policy is a necessity, especially for those who are continuously exposed to the hazards of living and working in places like Metro Manila. However, the high cost of traditional insurance products has hindered most minimum wage workers from purchasing them. Below are the reasons why Alagang Cebuana Plus is a must!

More Peace of Mind for Filipinos with Alagang Cebuana Plus

• It is this issue that encouraged Pioneer Insurance and Cebuana Lhuillier to offer micro-insurance to majority of the country’s low-income earners through Alagang Cebuana Plus, a basic form of insurance policy that covers individuals aged seven to 70 years old from accidental death, dismemberment, and disability, and a rider benefit for unprovoked murder and assault for up to P20,000. 
• The product also extends fire cash assistance of P5,000. Each policy is available for only P25 with a four-month validity period.
• Developed by Cebuana Lhuillier Insurance Solutions with Pioneer Insurance as underwriter, Alagang Cebuana Plus is changing the insurance landscape by making policies more simple, suitable and affordable for the larger segment of the population. 
• More importantly, the product provides majority of the minimum wage workers with much-needed security and protection against unforeseen accidents and calamities so they can have peace of mind.
• Aside from its low cost, insurance claims are also easily made available at any of Cebuana Lhuillier’s close to 2,000 branches nationwide.

Kung Fu Panda 3 Advance Screening Tickets, Anyone?

     To all the kids and kids at heart, hear ye, hear ye! Are you excited to see the third installment of Kung Fu Panda? Be among the first ones to join Po and the rest of the Kung Fu masters as they explore a secret panda paradise in the advanced screening of Kung Fu Panda 3. The fast-talking panda with a huge appetite is on a big mission again to unleash the Dragon Warrior in him, and Nickelodeon is giving everyone the chance to score exclusive seats to the special screening of the posse’s third fun and action-filled adventure on March 6.

     Po and the Furious Five’s latest quest is one that can’t be missed, so Nickelodeon is giving away premiere screening tickets to 35 kids who can lock in their best martial arts pose, worthy for the Kung Fu masters. Want to score FOUR advance screening movie tickets? See mechanics below :)

Kung Fu Panda 3 Advance Screening Tickets, Anyone?

MECHANICS:

• Simply take a photo of your kid/s doing their best Kung Fu pose at any McDonald’s branch, which they can submit online by logging on to nick-asia.com.
• The 35 kids with the best pictures will win four tickets each to the screening party and the chance to have fun as big as the comedy adventure, with the exciting activities that Nickelodeon prepared, in line with the advance screening. 
• Prior to the showing of the feature length film, kids get to enjoy games inspired by the movie such as Po’s Dumpling Transfer, which is a twist on the classic lemon relay. There’s also the modified version of the newspaper dance in the form of a game called Crane to Victory, among others.
• There are a whole lot of other Kung Fu Panda- games, product samplings and mascot appearances in store on the day of the screening, that kids should definitely watch out for!
• The promo will only run from February 14 to March 2, 2016, so hurry to the nearest McDonald’s, strut your best Kung Fu pose, and log on to nick-asia.com 
• The advance screening of Kung Fu Panda 3 is happening on March 6 at the SM Megamall Cinema 6. 

     Mommies, let me know if you're joining because I'm wishing you and your kid/s good luck! I'll be watching the advance screening so if ever you'll win, see you there!

     The Kung Fu Panda 3 Screening Party is presented by McDonalds. Co-sponsored by Chooey, Dream Play City of Dreams, and Milkita

Mathemagis' Singapore Math Summer Programs

     Hello mommies! Summer will start weeks from now. Do you have plans for your little ones this summer? I have so many things in mind for Kenzo. I want him to engage in sports like basketball and swimming. I also want him learn how to play the guitar. There are a lot of things to do this summer and it's not only to train them physically but also mentally.

     Make your kids summer count! Nurture happy and confident Math achievers with Mathemagis' Singapore Math Summer programs.

Mathemagis' Singapore Math Summer Programs

     Preschoolers four to six years old get the “Best Start to be Smart” in Math through our fun and hands-on activities. Young kids develop a love and confidence for math which they will carry with them throughout.

     Grade school students struggling with Math word problems will get a boost with “Visual Thinking Math” where kids learn the fun and easy way to solve math word problems using Singapore’s proven effective bar model strategy.

     Keep you kids one step ahead of everyone through Mathemagis’ Singapore Math Program for gradeschoolers. This program teaches Math concepts and enhances analytical skills for all students.

Batch 1 -- April 4-15

Batch 2 -- April 18-29

Batch 3 -- May 1-13

Batch 4 -- May 16-27

     Kenzo is going to try their program this summer and I'm sure he'll enjoy while learning. I want him to learn Math in a fun and easy way. No no to Math phobia, if there's such a thing. So will I see you mommies in one of their branches this summer? 

    Visit any of their branches in Serendra(833.7374), Makati(556.5109), Katipunan(225.6330), Timog Avenue(261.1611) and SM Pasig(209.8128) You may also register online http://bit.ly/1VF2nmV.

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Jack ‘n Jill Chiz Mix to Satisfy Cheesy Cravings!

     Can't decide which Jack 'n Jill cheese snacks to choose? Well, your cheese cravings are bound to be satisfied as Jack ‘n Jill launches the dream cheese trio – Chiz Mix. Jack ‘n Jill Chiz Mix combines three kinds of chips - Mr. Chips, Chiz Crispers and Cheese Hoops, and three of your favorite cheese flavors in one bag. You’ll definitely satisfy your cheesy craving.

Jack ‘n Jill Chiz Mix to Satisfy Cheesy Cravings!

     Available in 60g packs for only P15.50 SRP, Chiz Mix is the perfect go-to snack of cheese fanatics. Try Chiz Mix today and go crazy over this new CHIZ-y snack from Jack ‘n Jill. Jack ‘n Jill Chiz Mix is available in leading groceries, supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide.

Penshoppe Spring/Summer 2016 Collection Launch

     Hello dearies! I'm sure that you've seen fashion bloggers flooded their Facebook timelines with updates of Penshoppe's Spring/Summer 2016 collection launch last week. I'm so lucky to get the first dibs on the collection together with invited media guests and the winners of the contests at the Palace Pool Club BGC.

     Aside from the launch of the collection, they also introduced the latest ambassador- modeling world’s new IT boy Lucky Blue Smith. Penshoppe just got lucky with Lucky! This already hit the major billboards of the metro and girls can't get enough of him. Highlights of Penshoppe's Spring/Summer 2016 Collection launch below :)

Penshoppe Spring/Summer 2016 Collection Launch

Why Penshoppe had chosen Lucky Blue Smith to join TEAM PENSHOPPE?

• He is currently one of the hottest and most-followed male models in the industry today.
• He is an epitome of cool- cool guy perhaps!
• His iconic platinum blonde hair, chiseled features, and icy baby blues 
• 1.9 million followers on Instagram, to be exact - all around the globe. 
• Recently, Lucky Blue was hailed by Models.com as the Male Model of the Year for 2015. 
• With his chill, relaxed vibe and tasteful sense of personal style he is the embodiment of what the youth aspire to be today, making him one of the best in fashion to represent Penshoppe's latest collection.

Penshoppe Spring/Summer 2016 Collection Launch
Lucky Blue Smith

     

     Lucky Blue Smith and the rest of TEAM PENSHOPPE will be seen wearing key pieces from the Spring/Summer 2016 collection that consist of the following features and styles:

• New on-trend tropical prints.
• Retro-inspired looks. 
• An updated take on the fun and easy vibe of the season, key pieces are both stylish and relaxed, making it easy to look effortlessly cool anytime and anywhere. 
• Oversized silhouettes.
• Long-line tees, and street sporty key pieces that are perfect to mix and match with the cropped tops, sporty swimwear, and kimono tops. 
• On-trend accessories such as bucket hats, mesh backpacks, sneakers, and sunnies from Sun/Dazed, Penshoppe’s collection of premium eyewear, will complete that ultimate, breezy summer look.

Penshoppe Spring/Summer 2016 Collection Launch

     

     I'm so diggin most of the retro-inspired pieces from the collection. I'm also excited to pair the comfy and sporty dresses with white sneakers. These key pieces from the collection will surely make summer cool and so much fun! Dressing for summer will be exciting because of Penshoppe's Spring/Summer 2016 collection and I'm so sure that some of the pieces will be an essential to your outfit this summer season. 

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UNIQLO T-Shirts for Valentine's Day

     Hello dearies, sharing with you all a short announcement from UNIQLO. This valentine's day, make a statement with your loved ones wearing a couple shirt. Isn't it nice and exciting to go on a date wearing same shirt or a shirt that expresses your love for one another?

UNIQLO T-Shirts for Valentine's Day

   
     This Valentine’s weekend, show your love by gifting your special someone with UNIQLO UTs. Get two UNIQLO Pixar or Sesame UTs and get a free 135g Cadburry Chocolate for only P790. This offer is valid from February 12 – 14, 2016 only.

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Broadway+10th Anniversary Celebration

     Happy New Year, dearies! To those who are planning to spend their new year in Hong Kong, you may want to check this news from Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. Because they're celebrating their 10th anniversary, they have a lot of exciting and awesome news for you. The happiest place on earth- Hong Kong Disneyland is offering this until the end of January so plan and book your vacation now :)
     
     To celebrate the park’s 10th anniversary, Hong Kong Disneyland recently announced a series of exciting, spectacular line-ups for this important milestone. This sensational, all-park event features the largest-scale musical performed live by the greatest Disney characters and cast members, magical stage designs, extraordinary dance performances and many more heart-warming moments, and delivers Filipino families a truly “Happily Ever After” celebration this Christmas. In addition, the park has also invited media friends from the Philippines for an early Noche Buena to celebrate this special moment with cast members, who consider the world class entertainment stage at Hong Kong Disneyland as their home. 

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Broadway+10th Anniversary Celebration

Journey through a live magical book

     The much-awaited and large-scale production musical, "Mickey and the Wondrous Book," brings to life the greatest Disney stories of all time, where guests will be immersed in seven beloved Disney tales. With a mixture of modern and classic elements in the story, music, choreography, costume, and set design, the 28-minute new stage show opening at Disney’s Storybook Theater begins with Mickey Mouse and Goofy discovering that a wondrous book exists in a library.

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Broadway+10th Anniversary Celebration

     “Mickey and the Wondrous Book,” performed by 70 local and international talents, features 23 original costume designs and 63 pieces of instruments culminating in the 10th anniversary theme song, “Happily Ever After.” After eight weeks of rehearsals, the entire crew of over 200 production team members from 10 different nationalities are committed in delivering a world-class performance and providing our guests a memorable experience,” said David Lightbody, Director, Entertainment & Costuming, Hong Kong Disneyland. “Our Filipino talents who are passionate in music and shows, are also playing important roles in this stage show and many of them joined us even before the Park was opened ten years ago,” added Lightbody.

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Broadway+10th Anniversary Celebration

     "To be a part of the development of the music of "Mickey and the Wondrous Book" was quite a thrilling experience. The creative team worked closely with musical directors and arrangers from the U.S. and took all-time favorite Disney classics and gave them a contemporary twist for guests of all ages to enjoy. As Mickey Mouse travels from chapter to chapter, the music landscape changes too, from Bollywood to pop, Broadway style musical to hip hop and gospel to jazz. It's quite an exciting journey," said Rony Fortich, Musical Director of Hong Kong Disneyland, from the Philippines, who has been bringing magic to guests at Hong Kong Disneyland since 2005.

     “We are proud to have our talented Filipino cast members Gian Magdangal and Raki Vega singing the 10th anniversary theme song "Happily Ever After" in the park. We are also thrilled to have celebrity Janella Salvador singing the song, both in English and Tagalog for the Philippine market. The song and MV starring Janella will be on-air in the Philippines this December,” Fortich added.

Brilliant castle projection adds magic to fireworks show

     The exhilarating “Disney in the Stars” Fireworks is made even more breathtaking by sophisticated projection-mapping technology and every night Sleeping Beauty Castle is set aglow in the all-new moving light projection show. The Castle serves as a giant stage to present a new sterling cast of 49 beloved Disney friends, including 16 newly added characters from “Inside Out,” “Finding Nemo,” “Big Hero Six,” “Cars,” and the upcoming release, “Finding Dory.” The seamless choreography of stunning fireworks and Castle projection makes a perfect finale for a magical day at the park.

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Broadway+10th Anniversary Celebration

Fairy Tale Forest-Presented by PANDORA – Picture-perfect forest recreates fairy tale scenes

     The enchanting Fairy Tale Forest, unveiling at Fantasyland on December 17, recreates the miniature iconic scenes of “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” “Cinderella,” “The Little Mermaid,” “Beauty and the Beast” and “Tangled.” The music-box scenes come to life when activated to re-enact well-loved scenes from the classic Disney Princess stories. Disney’s most famous and magical fairy, Tinker Bell, will be here in Pixie Hollow, awaiting to meet visitors and sprinkle some magical pixie dust.

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Broadway+10th Anniversary Celebration

     “We have spent over two years to build Fairy Tale Forest from its conceptual design. It is an intricately designed maze set in a beautiful garden setting, presenting spectacles of five cherished princesses at every corner! This attraction is bound to give guests more opportunities in creating snapshots of these classic Disney fairytales,” said Kelly Willis, Director of Creative Development and Show Quality, Walt Disney Imagineering.

Christmas comes early with “Frozen” Christmas tree lighting

     This season, thanks to the two sisters, Queen Elsa and Princess Anna, Hong Kong Disneyland will glow and glimmer, in magical brilliance, like never before! Main Street, U.S.A. is majestically festive when Queen Elsa uses her magical power to light up the Christmas tree and the star on top, while both sides around it will show spectacular projections. 

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Broadway+10th Anniversary Celebration

More photo moments in character greeting

     Mickey, Minnie, Duffy, ShellieMay and all their friends are set to celebrate Hong Kong Disneyland’s milestone anniversary and create more cherished moments with guests at Main Street, U.S.A. and a special photo location – the “Happily Ever After” Storybook, in Fantasyland. More Disney friends are going to join this “Happily Ever After” celebration. Come and see Lotso at Toy Story Land from November 17, the Stormtroopers from “Star Wars” on December 17, Baymax from “Big Hero 6” in February 2016, and Princess Sofia from “Sofia the First” next Spring.

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Broadway+10th Anniversary Celebration

Sought-after collectibles for mementoes and sumptuous feasts for the whole year

     The anniversary celebration is marked with special editions of 220 new gift assortments and 60 10th Anniversary and Christmas food and beverages that are available across the park and the two themed hotels for family to enjoy during their stay. Whether it is character dim sum at Crystal Lotus, breakfast with Disney characters at Enchanted Garden of Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel, there are plenty of choices to satisfy the guests’ taste bud. Hong Kong Disneyland was featured as one of the contest venue in the recent episode of MasterChef Asia. The park subsequently invited the show’s contestants to join the Masterful Culinary Workshop which best showcases dishes that are only available at Hong Kong Disneyland for families to enjoy. 

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Broadway+10th Anniversary Celebration

     A range of Star Wars themed merchandise and F&B items will also be available in the park for guests to enjoy and take home.

Early Noche Buena to celebrate with Filipino cast members and media 

     Organized especially for Filipino media and cast members, the Noche Buena provides an early Christmas celebration alongside the park’s 10th anniversary festivity. The media guests were able to interact with cast members who contribute to different roles of the latest shows and performances, get to know the making of this grand “Happily Ever After” celebration and enjoy a night with food and décor just like home in the Philippines! 

Limited-Time Special Offer – while it lasts! 

     The anniversary attractions are unveiled in full force this Christmas. Filipino guests may now enjoy the Limited-Time Room Offer which saves them up to 30% as they book any hotel room at the two Disney themed hotels, available from now until March 31, 2016. 

     

     In addition, the “Play & Dine offer” is now available for sale until January 31, 2016. The guests can enjoy a combo meal with a 1-day ticket package at HK$499 or a 2-day package at HK$680.

     Book your ticket immediately, and may all guests find their very own “Happily Ever After” moments at “A Happily Ever After Christmas” 10th Anniversary celebration. For more details, please visit Hongkongdisneyland.com/10th.

Newly launched Facebook page for Filipino guests

     Filipino guests can find out more about the Park’s 10th anniversary at the newly launched Hong Kong Disneyland Facebook page for the Philippines. Come visit https://www.facebook.com/hkdisneyland.pa/ and see how our Disney friends are preparing for this Happily Ever After celebration. 

Free WiFi coverage 

     Starting from November 17 this year, guests can instantly share their “Happily Ever After” moments online with the park’s free WiFi service. Use the network “Guest-Free-WiFi” and stay connected throughout the park with WiFi hotspots in all shops, restaurants, along the parade route, at the park entrance and all indoor Guest Services locations. No password is required to access the service

About Hong Kong Disneyland 

     Hong Kong Disneyland Resort offers immersive, unique Disney experiences for all families, generations and ages to enjoy. Hong Kong is one of only five locations in the world that is home to a Disney themed park and the many Disney characters that are beloved the world over, such as Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Stitch and Buzz Lightyear. Since the Grand Opening in September 2005, Hong Kong Disneyland has received more than 50 million guests from around the globe. Through the unique product offering and the world-class service provided by the 7,800-plus Cast at the theme park and the two hotels, the Resort has received outstanding guest satisfaction ratings and a range of awards from the hospitality and entertainment sectors. If you want to know more about us and want to enjoy a unique magical experience, visit us or click on to www.hongkongdisneyland.com for more information.

Shakey’s New Supercard Perks

     Before the year ends, here's another great news for all of you from Shakey's. It's better late than never so I will not miss this chance of telling everyone that you still have three days to get a FREE Basket of Mojos for every new SuperCard availed for the month of December! 

     Shakey’s celebrates its 40th year of good times and great memories as a favorite in the food industry for serving consistently delicious and memorable dishes, every time. With a longstanding and ever dependable menu, Shakey’s Guests continue returning to their home away from home to spend time with loved ones over their ultimate comfort food.

Shakey’s New Supercard Perks

     This festive month of December, Shakey’s Guests have more reason to celebrate the holiday season with friends and family with the new Shakey’s Supercard SuperPerks Promo. Guests who avail a brand new SuperCard from December 1 to 31, 2015 get a full Basket of Mojos added to their first transaction absolutely FREE.

     The Shakey’s SuperCard SuperPerks Promo is offered nationwide - available for dine-in, carry out, or delivery. Don’t waste any time! Visit a Shakey’s branch near you or call 77-777 and avail of the Shakey’s Supercard SuperPerks Promo and get that free entire Basket of Mojos added to your meal today.

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Paskong Kai Saya sa KidZania Manila

     Pasko! Pasko! Pasko na namang muli. Tanging araw na ating pinakamimithi. Pasko! Pasko! Pasko na namang muli. Ang pag-ibig naghahari! It's Christmas already dearies! The Filipino Christmas tradition fills the air. The nine chilly mornings that come with each simbang gabi, the delightful smell and taste of puto bumbong andbibingka treats, the joyous singing of carols, the light that the iconic parol brings, and the warmth of sharing each moment with family and friends over Noche Buena—these are some traditions that make up the unique qualities of a Filipino Christmas.

     This holiday season, KidZania Manila is rekindling the magical experience that only a Filipino Christmas can bring with Paskong Kai Saya sa KidZania Manila. Homegrown traditions come alive right at the heart of the play city, enchanting children, and their families and friends. 

Paskong Kai Saya sa KidZania Manila
KidZania Manila is celebrating Paskong Kai Saya with a 15-foot Christmas tree at the play city’s main square where famillies can have their pictures taken.

     Igniting the spirit of Paskong Kai Saya is a Christmas tree standing in the middle of the main square, accented with capiz ornaments, and topped with a classic Filipino parol. It also serves as a festive backdrop for group photos. Misters and misses can even spread the love and share their positive Christmas messages to others by completing the sentence “Ang Pasko ay Kai Saya dahil…” on the message board near the Christmas tree. To commemorate the moment, developed pictures can be purchased at the PikZ station after the session.

     Adding to the merry atmosphere is a vintage ice cream cart from Magnolia, manned by friendly Mamang Sorbetero. Even Zupervisors, all ready to guide Christmas activity participants, sport the traditional Filipino garb of red scarves and distinctly local straw hats.

Paskong Kai Saya sa KidZania Manila
Making Christmas the sweetest time of the year at KidZania Manila is the Magnolia Ice Cream mamang sorbetero.

Paskong Kai Saya sa KidZania Manila
Zupervisors in their straw hats and red scarves say kai to a merry Filipino Christmas.

A very merry Pinoy Christmas

     Exciting activities that tie-in notable Filipino traditions with the important values that KidZania upholds—To Know, To Care, To Share, To Play, To Create, and To Be—are also in store for misters, misses, and their loved ones to enjoy. These interactive and hands-on activities are located at the play city’s main square.

Paskong Kai Saya sa KidZania Manila
Kids can get crafty this Christmas with KidZania Manila’s paper parol-making activity.

     Kids can celebrate the spirit of giving and share their blessings by being a part of KidZania para sa Bantay Bata. Misters and misses can purchase star-shaped Paskong Kai Saya capiz ornaments that they can hang on their tree at home. All proceeds from the sales of these trimmings can help send the kids of ABS-CBN Foundation’s Bantay Bata program to KidZania Manila to experience the marvels of the play city.

Paskong Kai Saya sa KidZania Manila
This season of sharing, the play city invites kids and kids-at-heart to give the gift of KidZania Manila and purchase these capiz ornaments for the benefit of Bantay Bata children.

     A feast for the senses awaits the kids as they learn the Filipino way of making delicious childhood favorites puto bumbong and bibingka, courtesy of Via Mare. They can also try their hand at making their own colorful paper lanterns at the Paper Parol-Making Station. 

Paskong Kai Saya sa KidZania Manila
KidZania Manila and Via Mare present a delicious learning activity for kids: making their favorite puto bumbongand bibingka.

Paskong Kai Saya sa KidZania Manila

   At the Acting Academy, kids can experience the simple joys of Christmas caroling with instruments made of recycled materials, including drums, coconut-shell maracas, and bottle-cap (or tansan) tambourines. They can also have their faces painted and their portraits drawn by Zupervisors. 

     Apart from these fun activities, families can go home with loot bags filled with special treats from participating Industry Partners: Mercury Drug, Green Cross, Champion, Nestle, McDonald's, Oishi, Universal Robina Corporation, Pioneer, Toy Kingdom, and Coca Cola.

Paskong Kai Saya sa KidZania Manila

     Celebrate the joy of a traditional Filipino Christmas and be a part of Paskong Kai Saya sa KidZania Manila! Christmas activities will run all the way up to January 15, 2016. To book tickets and for more information, visit manila.kidzania.com now.

About KidZania

     KidZania is an interactive kids’ city combining inspiration, fun, and learning through realistic role play for kids four to 14. Kids can independently explore a kid-sized city with over 100 exciting roles. Each experience is designed to empower kids, giving them the confidence to be their best selves, and inspiration to be great global citizens. One of the world’s most inventive, most awarded and fastest-growing kid’s educational entertainment concepts, KidZania has 20 locations in 17 countries, including in the Philippines.

     KidZania, Inc., headquartered in Mexico, was founded in 1997, opened its first park in 1999, and is privately held. For more information about KidZania Manila, visit manila.kidzania.com.

     KidZania is locally franchised by Play Innovations, Inc., whose majority stakeholder is ABS-CBN Corporation.

Tips on How to Maximize Your Kid's Time at KidZania Manila

     Kenzo really enjoyed his stay at KidZania months ago. If time permits, we will stay there the whole day. There are so many things to do in KidZania, your kid's precious play time will be well spent if you know how to maximize your time during your visit. It's the most visited play city in Manila today, I've heard that you need to book ahead to reserve a slot. I promised Kenzo that we will go back to KidZania with his cousins. But for now, here are the tips to make the most out of your child's KidZania Manila experience.

Tips on How to Maximize Your Kid's Time at KidZania Manila
L- Our KidZania boarding passes, R- KidZania Tags :)

     Kids looking for an awesome experience that lets them learn while having fun can head to KidZania Manila—the only interactive play city where kids can explore, discover, and learn how the real world works. 

     Built to scale for children, KidZania Manila has more than 70 establishments and features over 100 role-playing activities that kids aged four to 14 years can enjoy. These fun and immersive career activities have been designed to be developmentally appropriate for their age group.

     The play city has a wide range of activities to choose from, you’ll find a handy guide below on how kids can maximize the fun and have the best learning experience at KidZania Manila. 

Tips on How to Maximize Your Kid's Time at KidZania Manila
KidZania activity infographic

Find the best career

     Upon arrival at KidZania Manila, kids are given a boarding pass and check for 50 kidZos. Once inside the play city, they can head over to the Bank to encash their check into KidZos—the official currency in KidZania. Here’s a not-so-secret tip: they can conveniently open a bank account with a minimum deposit of 20 kidZos—just make sure to check the schedule for the opening of accounts at the Bank. After opening an account, kids get their own personalized ATM card that they can use in the ATMs all around the play city. 

Tips on How to Maximize Your Kid's Time at KidZania Manila
50 kidZos was given to Kenzo after we encashed the check upon our arrival at KidZania 

     Now, it’s time for them to choose where they want to go. Kids can check each establishment’s Census Plaque to help them determine which activity they can participate in. Reading these plaques is especially helpful because they indicate the age requirement and duration period of the activity, as well as how many visitors can join and whether the activity will require earning or spending kidZos.

     KidZania Manila also has an Employment Office which helps kids determine their preferred immersive activity. Here, visitors find out which jobs are best suited for them, giving them a better idea on which establishments to go to. 

     Once they decide which job to take, kids can easily find the establishment using an app on a mobile phone which they can rent at the ABS-CBN Mobile shop.

Earning kidZos

     Just like in the real world, kids can get a bachelor’s or master’s degree in various fields at the Centro Escolar University. They can sign up for any—or all!—of the four degrees at the University: Humanities and the Arts, Engineering and Architecture, Health Sciences, and Business Administration. This allows them to earn more or pay less kidZos in the professions related to the fields they have studied. 

Tips on How to Maximize Your Kid's Time at KidZania Manila
Kenzo wanted to join the activity in all the establishments but we wasn't not able to maximize our time since we arrived an hour later and it's Saturday. 

     Fans and frequent visitors can even become citiZens of KidZania Manila through the B-KidZanian loyalty program. They can apply for their very own PaZZport at the PaZZport Office and earn stamps every time they role-play a career. The more activities kids complete, the more benefits they'll earn and the more fun they'll have on their very next visit. 

Bring home the KidZania experience

     If kids want to bring home a souvenir or two, the National Store is the place to go to. With two locations—one near PikZ station and the other just by the exit—they will surely find toys and collectibles that capture the fun they had at KidZania Manila. The National Store accepts payments in Philippine pesos, a foreign currency in the play city.

Tips on How to Maximize Your Kid's Time at KidZania Manila
Kenzo's precious photo taken inside the Emergency/Medic Room and the photo was printed at the PikZ Station :) 

     Another important stop for kids and their parents alike is the PikZ Station, where they can get photos of the misters and misses’ unforgettable and precious on-the-job moments at the play city. 

Z-U next time! 

     After a fun and eventful day of “work” and play, kids can make a beeline for the Immigration Office, located between the Mobile Shop and the National Store. This is where security bracelets are removed and guests make their exit. 

Tips on How to Maximize Your Kid's Time at KidZania Manila
Our last stop was the city tour bus. We enjoyed our tour before going home. Kenzo also bought something from his hard earned KidZos that day at the souvenir shop

     At KidZania Manila, kids can enjoy a fun learning experience that sparks their imagination, ignites their minds, nurtures creativity, and inspires real-world exploration. And with these tips, children can do even bigger things and make the most out of their role-playing experience. Bring your kids at KidZania, I swear that your trip will be oh so worth it! I'll make another blog post on Kenzo's experience at KidZania soon!:) 

Let your kids enjoy the KidZania Manila experience!
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Good Times!~

About KidZania

     KidZania is an interactive kids’ city combining inspiration, fun, and learning through realistic role-play for children four to 14. Kids can independently explore a kid-sized city with over 100 exciting roles. Each experience is designed to empower kids, giving them the confidence to be their best selves, and inspiration to be great global citizens. One of the world’s most inventive, most awarded and fastest-growing kid’s educational entertainment concepts, KidZania has 20 locations in 17 countries, including in the Philippines. 

     KidZania, Inc., headquartered in Mexico, was founded in 1997, opened its first park in 1999, and is privately held. For more information about KidZania Manila, visit manila.kidzania.com.

     KidZania is locally franchised by Play Innovations, Inc., whose majority stakeholder is ABS-CBN Corporation.

Jollibee Peach Mango Sundae: a new twist to my favorite Peach Mango Pie!

     Why there's always room for dessert? For a sweet tooth like me, there's always plenty of room for desserts! Anything sweet will always have a special place in my tummy! Hahaha! One of my favorite desserts is peach mango pie from Jollibee. I can't count how many times I've eaten this simple but filling item from Jollibee. It's my default order when I don't know what to get when my son craves for Jollibee and I need to bring him there for his snack.

     Nothing is as comforting as the warm sweet filling of mangoes and peaches wrapped in the crispy crust of the Peach Mango Pie or the sweet creamy texture of the classic Vanilla Sundae – both Filipino favorites that have always been part of every langhap-sarap Jollibee experience.

Jollibee Peach Mango Sundae: a new twist to my favorite Peach Mango Pie!

     Since its introduction, the peach mango pie has always been the top choice for Filipinos when it comes to desserts. The Vanilla Sundae, also a favorite among Filipinos, especially kids, has been paired with hot chocolate fudge and strawberry syrup, among others. 

     This time, Jollibee has decided to mix these two well-loved desserts, bringing a whole new flavor for everyone to experience – the Jollibee Peach Mango Sundae. The creamy texture of vanilla sundae topped with bits and pieces of peaches and mangoes brings out flavors that are both nostalgic and fresh.

     The Peach Mango Sundae is the ultimate dessert for Filipinos who can’t have enough of their sweet tooth fix with the peach mango filling and Jollibee’s classic sundae. It is best enjoyed with your favorite Jollibee meal.

     At only P29 each for ala carte and P20 as mini sundae add-on for value meals, the Peach Mango Sundae is now available at your favorite Jollibee store nationwide.