April 7, 2013

Ocean Park Manila

 
I accompanied my four year old son during his school Manila Ocean Park (MOP) field trip last November 2012.
 
The park boasts numerous atractions, which will surely keep your kiddos busy and occupied ~ you would be begging your child to leave, when it is time to go home.
 
The park has 15 Attactions:
  1. Aquanaut Voyage
  2. Shark Encounter
  3. Jellies Exhibit
  4. Fish Spa
  5. Glass Bottom Boat Ride
  6. Revolution - Musical Fountain Show
  7. Marine Life Habitat
  8. All Star Bird Show
  9. FantaSea
  10. Penguin Talk Show
  11. Bird of Prey Kingdom
  12. Back of the House
  13. Swimming
Since we were there for a school field trip  ~ we were only able to see:  the Oceanarium, Trails of Antartica, Jellies Exhibit and the Penguin Talk Show (which was a big hit with the kids). 
 

 
THE OCEANARIUM
 
Welcome to the Oceanarium :D



Sorry, camera flashes strictly prohibited inside the Oceanarium..
 
 
Posing with the sharkies :P
 
 


There is an activity corner at the Oceanarium - my kiddo ain't taking a rain check :P



 


MOP has a spectacular view of Manila Bay. I am sure the view is better at sunset!


TRAILS OF ANTARTICA



On the way to the Trails of Antartic!
Pakitang gilas si Mr. Penguin.  My kiddo's eyes were glued to the baby penguins as they swam.

 
 
Temperature freezing... brrr!


Ma look, its Santa :P














JELLIES EXHIBIT
 


My kiddo quite amazed to see jellies for the first time :P


PENGUIN TALK SHOW

 
I was too engaged with Mr. Penguin, I forgot to take pictures - I got this one though!  My kiddo enjoying the show!!! 
 
 
 A trip to MOP is educational  and entertaining!  We would definitely be back.
Next time will bring the entire family and stay at the H20 Hotel to make the most of MOP!
 
MOP: Rated A for kiddos and kids at heart  :D
 
Address:Manila Ocean Park behind Quirino Grandstand Luneta Manila
Trunkline: +63 2 567 7777
Facsimile:+63 2 567 2309
Email:inquiry@manilaoceanpark.com
 
 
 

April 6, 2013

Cafe' Sabel - Feed your Senses...

Once inside, it is simply impossible not to stay and dine!~
 
Paintings that decorate Cafe Sabel's walls are sure to keep your eyes busy, if not inspire you to start an art attack yourself!



Something to feed your eyes!
 
Food choices are plenty and would say quite healthy.

We had a fish fillet, a pork ribs and a mushroom chicken meal, plus extra order of the vegetable lumpia.    Followed by halo-halo (which was a bit too sweet for my taste) for dessert.
 
 







"Sarap" we finished everything!
With my youngest hagging the fish fillet meal (ang takaw!)



The restaurant's windows invite you to beautiful garden below and a scenic view a mountain across.


 

Wow - Speechless!  A pond with tens of swimming ducks surround a kubo!   It would sure be nice to have a view like this in my backyard (wishing)...
 

There is just no stopping my youngest from conquering the grounds below...

 
 

My boys love these ducks!  They were sad they couldn't take one home...


Peace and quite :)
 
Move away from your usual Baguio itinerary and try something different.
Visit Cafe' Sabel.
 
Cafe' Sabel is located at BenCab's Museum 
(refer to my related Blog about BenCab Museum).