Come to the great outdoors

BEFORE the pandemic, tourists were content with simply taking photos of the attractive destinations they traveled to, but now, they seek more experiential travel opportunities. They want to be actively engaged and feel like a part of the tourist attraction they are visiting. This shift in preferences is evident as destinations offering enjoyable experiences in nature and the great outdoors have become the most popular choices for leisure travelers.

Being in the travel industry, I make it a point to always be on the lookout for new places that could spark the interest of fun-seekers, which is why I am very happy to have discovered this new destination.

3 Springs Mountain Park is a 16.2-hectare nature park and campsite in Tanay, Rizal which offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Sierra Madre Mountain Range. Located in Kilometer 56 Marcos Highway, Barangay Cuyambay, this 5-year-old property offers open areas and facilities that are perfect for large-scale outdoor activities.

Ideal for day tours or as a camping destination, many corporate establishments have used its wide open grounds for team-building or for any outdoor activity that promotes bonding between their officers and staff. A chat with 3 Springs Mountain Park Corporate Manager Julia Tan revealed that the Park was always booked during the Pandemic as business establishments found it a safe haven for their employees’ fun and frolic, as its facilities were all open-air, keeping everyone safe from the dreaded virus.

These days, most of the park’s bookings are from families who want to spend time communing with nature because children enjoy traversing the nature trail with their parents. Large universities have also booked the entire park to provide their students the opportunity to accomplish meaningful outdoor activities such as tree-planting sessions or learning outdoor survival skills.

Among the many facilities the park offers is a multi-purpose hall which can seat up to 300 persons, with a stage that can accommodate modern light and sound equipment. They also have spacious and well-maintained washroom and shower halls, comfortable gazebos that are scattered around the entire property, and a large parking lot that can accommodate as many as 30 SUVs.

A unique feature of the park is its Grounduno Training Venue which is dedicated to outdoor skills enhancement activities. Participants may avail of several interesting training modules that include: Outdoor Survival Skills, Emergency Medical Response, Rope Rescue and Rappelling, and Airsoft Practical

Winning attractions at Winford this July

WINFORD Resort & Casino Manila (WRCM) invites members and guests to seek shelter from the rain and discover why entertainment and special offers reign this month of July.

Shooting. The entire park is part of the highlands so it’s always cool in the evenings but towards the latter part of the year, guests will need to bring thick blankets if they plan to camp out in the open fields. Entrance fee for adults is only P400 and children below 13 years old, seniors and the differently able may avail of a 20 percent discount. Those who bring their own tents may pitch them for free.

More information on this jewel-of-a-nature-park may be obtained through visit3springs@gmail.com or through mobile +63 998 575 9675.

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The 22-story luxury hotel continues to offer all kinds of excitement in San Lazaro, Manila, with live performances, special offers, and huge raffle prizes up for grabs.

On July 22, WRCM presented Boobsie Wonderland, a live performance featuring comedian Mary Jane Vallero. She is best known for her Boobsie persona wherein she portrays a toddler, complete with childlike dresses and baby voice to boot. Vallero rose to fame appearing on noontime variety and game shows since 2015.

For this month’s Wheels for the Win Car ‘N Cash, one lucky winner took home P250,000 cash in the July 15 draw while another will drive home a brand new Mitsubishi Mirage G4 in the July 29 draw, plus a chance to win P200,000 cash in the special VIP raffle exclusive for Gold and Platinum members. To join, members must simply earn 30 points on slots or table games until July 29.

On top of that, more prizes are at stake through the Pick-A-Prize Earn ‘N Redeem promotion every Tuesday. Members must simply earn 80 points to redeem special gift rewards which are open to the first 80 lucky players

For the ultimate staycation, WRCM currently offers its Rainy Day Room promotion at rates too good to pass up. Guests may enjoy an overnight stay in a Deluxe Room inclusive of breakfast for two persons, plus a F&B 20 percent discount voucher for only P5,200 nett. Booking period is from July 1 to August 28, with stay period until August 30 (Monday to Thursday).

Finally, what better way to drive the rainy blues away than with delicious finger food washed down with a refreshing beverage? With WRCM’s Cocktail of the Month, guests can mix and match their choice of food and drink for only P250 nett per cocktail and P650 nett per food platter. Promo period is until July 31 at the Hippodrome Bar & Lounge from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. and at Zabana Bar from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. only.

WRCM is located in San Lazaro Tourism & Business Park, Santa Cruz, Manila. Visit www. winfordmanila.com for more information or call the hotline at +63 (2) 8528-3600 for inquiries. You may also follow Winford Resort & Casino Manila on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest updates on special events and promotions.