Thrillathon at Resorts World Manila: 105 Days of Exciting Thrills for Everyone!

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Are you ready to experience a whole new brand of thrill that cannot be felt anywhere else?

Here's one hundred and five days.

That’s how long Resorts World Manila will be celebrating its anniversary and that’s how long you will be thrilled. Be ready for a mix of exciting events and surprises prepared for the foodies, concertgoers, movie fans, bookworms, shopaholics, photo hobbyists, jetsetters, toy enthusiasts, gamers, sportsmen and everyone to enjoy!

Three months of thrills kicked off on August 2 with the remarkable performances of the Queen and King of Soul, Jaya and Janno Gibbs. Top concert artists in the country will also headline the free Thrillapalooza shows at the Newport Mall Plaza in the coming weeks with Angeline Quinto and Jay Durias on August 10, Erik Santos and True Faith on August 16, Wally and Jose on August 23 and Markki Stroem and Princess Velasco on August 30.

The extravaganza of great music will extend to September and October with your favorite bands and celebrities including The Dawn, Side A, Parokya Ni Edgar, Yeng Constantino, Jennylyn Mercado, Mark Bautista, Rachel Ann Go, Paulo Avelino, Enrique Gil, Aljur Abrenica and Kim Chiu.

While waiting for the concerts to begin, guests can have their photos taken at the Say Thrill Photo Booth. This is not your regular photo booth as we’re using a Van De Graaff generator for a truly hair-raising photo experience. Share your photos on Twitter and Instagram tagging Resorts World Manila for a chance to win awesome prizes when picked as the Photo of the Week. The picture-taking continues when you play Celebrity Dunk Tank with your favorite celebrities and FHM models at the Newport Mall Plaza.

For those in love with our ultra-posh seats at Manila’s only 24-hour weekend movie house, we’re giving everyone a 40% discount on your movie tickets at the Newport Cinemas. Get the limited passes for the PhP125 Movie Blowout now available at iGrab.ph!

If you prefer reading books over movies, a Book-A-Thon is scheduled on August 16. Famous authors will be dropping by Resorts World Manila for mini workshops, book signing sessions, a book fair, and meet-and-greet events.

Shopaholics can indulge on great finds as Newport Mall holds a week-long sale from August 26 to September 1. Foodies, on the other hand, can catch our pastry masters from Café Maxims as they collaborate with ace photographer Raymond Isaac at the Chocolate Festival. This will be followed by a delightful chocolate sale at the Newport Mall, which offers big discounts on exquisite chocolate products. Jetsetters can avail great deals at the Ready Set Travel event from September 20-22. The expo rounds up the best airline, hotel, resort, travel, fashion, and luggage deals all in one location. 

While in anticipation for your actual travels, be transported to Germany for an Oktoberfest celebration unlike any other! This absolutely fun fair will be complete with German dishes, beers priced affordably at PhP20, and the highly anticipated billiards, darts, and beer pong competitions. Winners get the chance to win up to PhP1 million per event.

For the whole family, a Halloween Mystic Carnival with fortune telling booths, toy displays for kids of all ages, and an exclusive preview of the TV cult hit The Walking Dead’s Season 4 will open in time for the Halloween. A Trick or Thrill event with acrobats, buskers, party favors, candies, face painting will complete the family’s thrilling adventure on October 27.

So, are you ready to experience a whole new brand of thrill that cannot be felt anywhere else? We’re sure no one’s going to be left out as we offer thrills for each and everyone.

Visit www.rwmanila.com or call the Tourist/Visitor Hotline at (632) 908-8833 for the complete line up of events and promos for Resorts World Manila’s Thrillathon.

Happy Thrillathon and Happy Anniversary Resorts World Manila!

ABOUT RESORTS WORLD MANILA:

Resorts World Manila (RWM) is the first one-stop, nonstop entertainment and tourism destination in the Philippines that features exciting recreational thrills, outstanding performances, unique events, and a wide range of lifestyle and leisure options. Conveniently located across Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3, RWM is an instant gateway to world-class Philippine hospitality.

The premier integrated lifestyle hub is home to three superb hotel brands: the all-suite luxury Maxims Hotel; the five-star brand Marriott Hotel Manila; and Remington Hotel which offers superb accommodations for great value. RWM is also home to the world’s finest culinary traditions.

RWM also serves as the home of Newport Mall which features high-fashion and international luxury brands. Experience a unique viewing experience at Newport Cinemas with stadium seating and ultramodern cinema technology. Watch majestic performances at the 1,500-seater Newport Performing Arts Theater (NPAT), which boasts of state-of-the-art light and sound technology, or relax with 24/7 live entertainment at Bar 360, located at the ground floor gaming area.

Spend an entire day with the family and enjoy the many attractions offered by GameZoo amusement center such as multi-dimensional virtual rides, arcade games, a soft play area for toddlers, and exciting activities for kids of all ages.

Become a Resorts World Manila member for free and enjoy exclusive access to perks and privileges and the hottest events. 

Resorts World Manila - Nothing Compares.

Lampara Story-telling Competition , Join Kwentong Bata, Kwentistang Bata 2!

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The children storytellers are back! Kwentong Bata, Kwentistang Bata , the Lampara Story-telling Competition, is now in its second year.

Following on the success of last year’s competition, Lampara Publishing, one of the Philippines leading children’s books publishers and the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) , invite elementary school students to join this year.

There will be two categories: Category A – Grades 1-4 and Category B – Grades 5-7. Finals will be held at the Manila International Book Fair on September 15, 2013 at the SM Mall of Asia SMX 

Teachers and parents tell stories to impart lessons and traditions to children. Now, children not only listen, but also tell their own stories. Last year’s almost 200 participants prove that storytelling is alive and kicking among our youth, even in this age of cyberspace.

Contestants, parents and coaches can look forward to great bonding experiences as they not only compete for great prizes, but also join in creative workshops. Through the workshops, they can gain confidence and skills in performing and expressing themselves.

Big prizes await the top 3 winners this year. Registration forms are available at the PETA Theater Center in Quezon City and in all Precious Pages outlets.

Deadline for registration is on August 17. Register now for a fun experience of bonding, creating and performing exciting and value-laden children’s stories!

For more information, contact Patricia Liwanag or Tin Palattao at Kuwentong Bata, Kuwentistang Bata Secretariat: (02) 7256244, (02) 4100821-22, 09179002665 (Patricia Liwanag) or 09175704733 (Tin Palattao). Or email petastorytelling2013@yahoo.com

JAMES HARDIE: THE SCIENCE BEHIND HARDIEFLEX ADVANCED BUILDING COMPOSITES

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HardieFlex advanced building composite is made at its world-class facility in Cabuyao, Laguna,
proving James Hardie commitment to its guarantee to homeowners.

James Hardie has a long history of providing innovative building products to customers in Australia, the USA, the Philippines and other international markets. Today, HardieFlex advanced building composite remains one of the most trusted and reliable building materials. The high regard for James Hardie’s products stem from the following characteristics:

High durability and strength.  HardieFlex advanced building composite is designed not to crack even under the harshest weather and environmental conditions. It is resistant to damage due to wind, rain, moisture, and humidity. Furthermore, HardieFlex advanced building composite is combustible: it will not ignite or catch fire even when exposed to flame. HardieFlex advanced building composite is resistant to termite-damage. HardieFlex advanced building composite is designed to perform.

Convenience and versatility.  HardieFlex advanced building composites are very versatile and may be used for ceilings, walls, sidings, eaves, and fascias. They are easily and conveniently installed and conform to any design requirement.

Warranty and environment-friendly. HardieFlex advanced building composite is made from plentiful non-toxic materials that have minimal impact on the environment. In the case of the Philippines, James Hardie manufactures its products in its own facility in Cabuyao, Laguna. This reduces the “carbon footprint” or fuel emissions required to transport its products to the homeowners. In contrast, imported fiber cement products use up a lot of fuel and release greater emissions into the environment.  James Hardie offers a 10-year warranty on its products.

HardieFlex advanced building composite is made for strength and durability.
Photo shows HardieFlex during bending strength test. 

The process

Do you wonder how James Hardie is able to create such a superior, reliable, and trusted product? Well, while the details of the manufacturing process are trade secrets, we can still find out some of the science behind HardieFlex advanced building composites.

First of all, the basic materials that are combined to create James Hardie’s advanced building composite are of utmost importance. James Hardie began, in the late 1980s, to use cellulose fibers for its products. Until today, James Hardie’s advanced composite building material is made from cement, sand, water, and cellulose.

Why add cellulose? Adding cellulose makes the finished advanced building composite more flexible: bending strength is the result. The final product is not brittle and resists cracking under pressure.

Now, once these ingredients are gathered, how are they combined?  First of all, sand is poured into a huge underground conveyor. This sand passes through what is called a “ball mill”. It is called such because it has steel balls inside that are used to crush the sand into fine powder. Once the sand is powdered, water is added.  Adding water makes it easier to pipe through the sand across the manufacturing plant and also ensures that no heat is produced, eliminating the need for a cooling or exhaust system.

Later on, most of this water is drained from the sand. After draining, the material left is about 80 percent sand. This material will need to be thickened, so at this stage the cellulose is added. Then the cement, sand, and cellulose are combined along with some additives. The result is a liquefied material that is poured through sieves, troughs, and rollers. More water is drained. At the end of this process, a film of fiber cement is created.

HardieFlex advanced building composite withstands extreme conditions of the Philippine weather and environment. Photo shows HardieFlex undergoing one of many quality control tests.

The fiber cement film is then put through a further process of drying and pressing and cutting, until fiber cement boards are created. The flexibility and durability of these HardieFlex fiber cement boards make them versatile—they can be cut, bent and shaped to follow a wide variety of designs.

“The entire process is the result of advanced scientific research, engineering, and technology that is unmatched by James Hardie’s competitors. In fact, James Hardie is already producing highly advanced composite building materials in the Philippines. As for our competitors in Southeast Asia, they can only offer 1st generation fiber cement,” said Rose Pangan, Product Development Manager for James Hardie.

You can discover how your home or building can benefit from the advanced science and engineering behind HardieFlex advanced building composites. Visit www.jameshardie.com.ph and like the official James Hardie Page on Facebook at www.facebook.com/jameshardiephil or call 1-800-888-5427 (outside Metro Manila) or 895-5427 (within Metro Manila).

Ai-Ai delas Alas’ has a new business to handle “Toda Max”

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Making another appearance on this Saturday’s (August 10) episode of the hit comedy series “Toda Max”, Ai-Ai delas Alas’ character Ate Vangie has a new business to handle as she pulls all the strings she can just to pay off the loans she has carried on from past expenses.

Putting up a tricycle wash business with her cousin Justin (Vhong Navarro), Ate Vangie converts their existing restaurant into a venue for her to gather up enough cash to pay off the debts she had made. Still needing to pay Justin off, as well as other relatives she had borrowed money from, she does everything that she can to attract customers—even to the extent of getting a couple of bar girls to boost the business.

Will Ate Vangie’s efforts to promote the bar work for her or against her? At the end of the day, will she finally be able to pay off all the debts she had made to support her lifestyle?

Find out on this week’s episode of “Toda Max”, airing on Saturday (August 10) on ABS-CBN Channel 2 after “Maalaala Mo Kaya”.

AQUABEST to Join MINBIZCON: Water firm gears up for Mindanao expansion

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Water franchising leader GQWEST announced plans to expand its Aquabest franchise to more areas in Mindanao as it joins the Mindanao Business Conference (MINBIZCON).

MINBIZCON now in its 22nd year is the largest gathering of businesses in Mindanao and represents a huge opportunity for the company to expand in the region. Expanding its presence in Mindanao has been a priority for the company as it seeks to capitalize on the increased development in the area.

The company’s head, Carson Tan says “The growth of urbanization and the economy in Mindanao has opened up a large opportunity for us as we seek to further enlarge our nationwide presence. At the same time, expanding in the region will allow the company to fulfill its mission to offer safe drinking water to people in areas where potable water remains problematic.”

The company says it intends to pursue growth opportunities in Mindanao particularly in Davao. The company says hat Mindanao has a rapidly urbanizing population which is critical to support the business. The areas also represent an opportunity to expand from the congested Luzon markets where the company’s stores are mostly located.

To help prospective franchisees take out a franchise the company inked partnerships with banks like BPI that would facilitate loan applications to possible franchisees. The company also offers in house financing to prospective franchisees.

The MINBIZCON would run from August 8-10 at the SMX Convention Center at SM Lanang Premier Davao City.