New Schedule of Zest Air Flights to San Fernando, La Union

New ZEST AIR Flight Schedule to San Fernando, La Union:

From March 7 to April 16, 2011

Manila/San Fernando 1430/1530

San Fernando/Manila 1600/1700

From April 17 until further notice

Manila/San Fernando 1310/1425

San Fernando/Manila 1505/1620

The changes in the flight schedule are due to the ongoing Zestair C check (aircraft maintenance procedure). Please be reminded that all passengers should check in 1 hour prior to flight schedule.

Book your flights to San Fernando, La Union through Thunderbird Resorts and get the lowest airfare deals! Call 886.5555 to inquire about flight bookings.

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Fiesta Casino Poro Point Receives Mark of Gratitude from La Union Province

For being the only non-smoking casino in the Philippines, Fiesta Casino Poro Point received a Mark of Gratitude from the Province of La Union.

Presented by La Union Governor Manuel Ortega, the award gratefully recognizes Fiesta Casino’s invaluable dedication and untiring support in the implementation of health programs, specifically the promotion of a healthy lifestyle.

The ceremony was held last February 7, 2011 during the First Provincial Health Summit at Prince Plaza Hotel, Legarda Road, Baguio City.

Fiesta Casino started the non-smoking policy to promote a fit and healthy lifestyle. Through this, guests and players will take responsibility and make smart health choices while enjoying the extraordinary entertainment that Fiesta Casino has to offer.

This also enables families, circles of friends, or even different individuals in the casino to gather around the table, roam around, and enjoy playing in a healthful way.

Honored and grateful of the recognition, Fiesta Casino Poro Point will continue to uphold their dedication and commitment to the programs of the province.

Fiesta Casino’s world-class entertainment venue is located within Thunderbird Resorts property at San Fernando, Poro Point, La Union.

Visit www.thunderbird-asia.com for more information about Fiesta Casino – Poro Point.

Thunderbird Resorts hold environment-themed writing contests in Rizal and La Union

Having in mind both the environment and the students of its communities, Thunderbird Resorts together with the Department of Education Center for Student and Co-Curricular Affairs is holding the first “Thunderbird Resorts Efforts on Environmental Sustainability (TREES) Writing Contest”.

Focusing on the theme “My Community and the Environment”, high school students can further the awareness campaign for their community’s environmental projects.

Participating schools in Rizal and La Union will have their third year and fourth year students submit as a requirement for their English class an original and unpublished essay on their community’s environmental programs and projects; on what can still be done; and on how they plan to help.

Among the submissions, only one entry will be chosen to represent the school. Then a total of 25 finalists per province will be selected to participate in an on-the-spot writing contest to be held at Thunderbird Resorts in Binangonan, Rizal and in Poro Point, La Union.

There will be one winner per province to receive P100,000 prize money and P50,000 donation for their schools. Aside from the cash prizes, the winning essay pieces will be published in national broadsheets.

On the other hand, finalists will get a P5,000 consolation prize and P10,000 school donation.

Thunderbird Resorts, a global property developer of themed leisure & amusement destinations with resorts in Peru, India, and Costa Rica, is an advocate of the use of sustainable resources. The company has partnered with organizations such as the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, World Wide Fund, and 350.org.

“We have always supported environmental projects,” says Thunderbird Resorts Vice President Raul Sueiro. “After the onslaught of typhoons such as Ondoy and Pepeng, we saw more than ever the need to inspire environmental values and involvement, especially among the youth; after all, they will be our future leaders and will have the most potential to affect change.”

Deadline of submission for school entries is on February 18, 2011; while the on-the-spot writing contest will be held on March 26, 2011 during the celebration of Earth Hour.

Contact person: Myra Lorredo

T: (0906)5042022 / (02)8865555

E: mlorredo@thunderbird-asia.com

Thunderbird Resorts - The Cliffs Golf and Beach Club

GOLF

Within Thunderbird Resorts Poro Point is a sprawling all-weather golf course, The Cliffs Golf and Beach Club.

Designed by IMG, the golf course is seated at the highest point of the Poro peninsula and offers a distinct variety of terrain, character, and contours – sand-capped according to the specifications of the US Golf Association. Add to that, every single hole of the Par 72 Golf Course is gifted with stunning views.

This December, The Cliffs Golf Club will have a Year-End Tournament and Club Membership. Watch out for further announcement on this event.

For inquiries on club membership, you may contact

Golf Manager Joselito Santos, Mobile No. +63917.586.5048

BEACH

Reminiscent of the Santorini Island in Greece, Thunderbird Resorts is nestled on a scenic cliff, overlooking the sandy beaches of the South China Sea. Yet another extension to your extraordinary experience - stroll on the beach, have a good tan, or go for the water sports.

Have your massage here, or meditate as you watch the sunset over the vast sea, the beach club is a perfect setting to relax and unwind.

The captivating scenario the Beach Club has, makes it a favorite for wedding engagement shoots, ceremonies and receptions.

We invite you to be a member of The Cliffs Golf and Beach Club. Where you can have an active lifestyle coupled with the luxury you deserve.

Visit www.thunderbird-asia.com

Featured Blogger: DOCGELO.WORDPRESS.COM

Next on our list is the Doctor Blogger, Angelo Nino Santos.

From his website:

Docgelo is currently blogging from his work place in Penang, Malaysia. At present he’s a medical lecturer in a university and enjoys the passion of being one.

BEYOND TOXICITY is basically about FAMILY, FOOD and FUN.

This blog is about my family’s life; documenting episodes from our simple pleasures and our daily hassles, our dining adventures from our own table to various food places; it also chronicles our few travels and other things in between.

We were lucky enough to have him at the resort before his flight to Malaysia.

See you soon Doc Gelo!

P.S. Let's VOTE for him: Click on the link and tick #9 Beyond Toxicity

http://www.pinoyblogawards.com/p/vote-here.html

His Blog Entries on Thunderbird Resorts:

http://docgelo.wordpress.com/2010/07/28/thunderbird-resorts-la-union-part-1-the-sublime-experience/

http://docgelo.wordpress.com/2010/07/29/thunderbird-resorts-la-union-part-2-food-porn/

http://docgelo.wordpress.com/2010/07/30/thunderbird-resorts-part-3-discovering-la-union/

Featured Blogger: LAGALOG.COM

Thunderbird Resorts Poro Point was happy to accommodate 10 Food, Travel, and Lifestyle Bloggers last July 26 - 28. We'll be featuring their blogs one by one, to share with you

their experiences at the resort.

First up, we have Oggie Ramos of www.lagalog.com

According to the website, Lagalog is the personal travel blog of Oggie Ramos, a travel photographer and writer based in Makati City. Oggie has been blogging since 2004 and Lagalog is his first blog. Lagalog is a proud member of the Asian Travel Blog Network.

Here's Lagalog's feature on Thunderbird Resorts, Poro Point

http://lagalog.com/2010/07/poro-point-la-union-sunny-mornings-and.html

http://lagalog.com/2010/08/san-fernando-sightseeing-of-gardens.html

http://www.flickr.com/photos/oggie/with/4885230100/

Have a good read!

ANC's Executive Class at Thunderbird Resorts Poro Point

What's in store this JUNE

We’ve almost bid goodbye to Summer, but you know we ain’t stopping there.

Welcome the rain and the cool vibe with this month’s offerings!

Enjoy the rainy seasons with this treat.

June to September

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Celebrate Independence Day!

June 11 to 12

P10, 600 (Deluxe Room)

P20, 000 (Deluxe Suite)

2 nights accommodation with breakfast for two persons

Complimentary fruit platter upon arrival

20% discount on Spa services

Note: Rainy Day Promo is not valid on June 11-12. For overnight stay, Rack rates shall apply.

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Father's Day need not be boring. We'll give you and Dad a delicious treat. Plus you get free wall climbing (Rizal) and a car display (Poro Point) right at our venues.

June 19 to 20

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Catch Christian Bautista Live!

June 19

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Planning to be a June Bride? You can with these packages.

Summer is sure over, but spending June at Thunderbird Resorts is just as exciting!

You can have your dream getaway, for free!

Like Thunderbird Resorts and Win a 2-night stay for two with complimentary buffet breakfast, and free Seair flight at Thunderbird Resort, Poro Point, La Union.

THUNDERBIRD RESORTS now has 2,000 fans and counting! And is raffling off a 2-night stay for two with complimentary buffet breakfast, and free Seair flight at Thunderbird Resort, Poro Point, La Union.

Here’s how to join.

1. In your status, invite your friends to LIKE THUNDERBIRD RESORTS fan page(http://www.facebook.com/pages/Thunderbird-Resorts/161064168411) then ADD US AS A FRIEND IN FACEBOOK (http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000171562449&ref=ts)

You can be as creative as you want to be with your status. A bonus might be in the bag for the most creative status.

2. Tag THUNDERBIRD RESORTS (FB FRIEND) and five other friends in a status message. That’s equivalent to one entry.

3. The first 200 persons to tag are entitled to the raffle.

4. Your status message should be posted on your wall and has to appear on the THUNDERBIRD RESORTS Page wall to count.

We will base entries on posts that appear on the THUNDERBIRD RESORTS Page wall.

5. To be sure you did the right thing, the link "View Post" should follow the date and time under your post as it appears in the THUNDERBIRD RESORTS Fan Page wall.

6. Winner will be drawn on June 21, 2010.

7. Remember, we will require a valid ID to claim the prize.

You can a follow us on Twitter @tbrphilippines for more updates and exclusive promos!

TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN LA UNION

1. Surf’s Up!

La Union is known as the Surfing Capital of the North and is famous not just to the local surfers but even to the world surfing circuit. The beaches in San Juan are said to have some of the most perfect waves in the region. It is perfect for board surfing from November to February. Carlatan and Wallace in San Fernando are also good spots.

2. Dive Deep in Fagg Reef

If you prefer to dive rather than surf, then Fagg Reef is for you. It’s the most famous dive site in the area and marks the divide between the Lingayen Gulf and the South China Sea. The site is also known as The Tanks, after the three World War II tanks that were dropped off here, resulting in a wide and diverse marine life, perfect for scuba diving.

3. Visit Our Lady of Namacpacan

For Marian devotees, the Shrine of Our Lady of Namacpacan in the centuries-old church of St. Catherine in Luna is a site to behold. History gives importance to Our Lady because indigenous people claimed that she appeared as an old woman and offered them food and invited them to be baptized. Her image, which came from Spain through the galleons, reportedly performed miracles ever since she landed on the shores of Luna

4. Learn History at Museo de Iloko and Museo de La Union

Museo de La Union, which is in the Provincial Capitol in San Fernando, houses archaeological finds in La Union during the pre-Spanish period. On the other hand, Museo de Iloko is the old “presidencia” of Agoo houses artifacts and other pieces of cultural importance to the Ilocanos. Both museums are open to the public from Monday to Friday, from 8AM-5PM

5. Soak up nature in La Union Botanical Garden

The first of its kind in the Philippines, this is a 20-hectare scientific garden that’s the center of laboratory research in Northern Luzon. Showcases include the Sunken Garden, Medicinal Garden, Chinese Garden, Japanese Garden, and Fragrance Garden.

6. Breathe in history at the Pindangan Ruins

Pindangan was the original name of San Fernando and in the Ilocano dialect, literally means a place where meat is sun dried with salt for preservation. This was the place where the Spanish built the original church to start the evangelization of the locals. They transferred the church because of constant pirate raids and looting. Today, the ruins’ buttresses and walls are still standing. An old well which supplied the area with cool water through the centuries, can still be found at the side of the church. Made of corals and bricks, the enchanting well is still in good condition.

7. Taste the Culture of the Region Through Its Industries

Learn Pottery Making in Taboc, San Juan. Watch the age-old art of blanket weaving in Bangar. Have a taste of Basi, the Ilocano native wine in Lioac, Naguilian. You can learn much about a place’s culture by observing and understanding these industries

8. Salute the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers

Located at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue, Quezon Avenue and Diversion Road leading to Poro Point, the structure is a reminder of the noble deeds of the Filipino and US soldiers who died in the name of freedom.

9. Lose yourself in the San Francisco-Canaoay-Pagudpud Beach


Splendid white sand beaches that offer a spectacular sunset view adorn the San Fernado City’s coastline. It can be found in eleven of the coastal barangays of the city (and Thunderbird Resort Poro Point is part of that!)

10. Dream, Play and Live at Thunderbird Resorts Poro Point

Paradise is nestled on a scenic cliff, overlooking the white sand beach and the edge of a headland that dips into the South China Sea. Thunderbird Resorts is slowly becoming famous for the beauty of its Meditteranean-inspired architecture, the exquisite dining pleasure of Olive’s Restaurant, Vegas Café and Patio Santorini, the world-class 9 hole golf course of The Cliffs Golf and Beach Club, the world-class gaming facilities of Fiesta Casinos and the over-all extraordinary experience that guests can enjoy. (http://www.thunderbird-asia.com/)