Thunderbird Resorts Presents: The Power 7 Wedding Suppliers Book

In a pioneering effort to celebrate the wedding industry, Thunderbird Resorts worked with seven of the country’s most esteemed and in-demand wedding suppliers and showcased them in the book entitled Thunderbird Resorts presents: The Power 7 Wedding Suppliers


These suppliers—who are nothing short of visionaries—represent the growing breed of creative individuals that are lending their own form of artistry into the industry. They are wedding coordinator Ernest Pascual, photographers DinoLaraand Oly Ruiz, bridal couturier Veluz Puno-Reyes, florist and event stylist Teddy Manuel, wedding stylist and caterer Kaye Cunanan, and wedding videographerJason Magbanua.
The suppliers collaborated and brought their artistry to the resort’s properties in Poro Point, La Union and Binangonan, Rizal. The book contains anecdotes from each supplier on how they jointly conceptualized the themes and worked on creating a complete vision of a dream destination wedding befitting Thunderbird Resorts’ mantra to “create extraordinary experiences”.

Don't let this Mother's Day pass without saying "I love You Mom"

Celebrate Mother's Day lavishly and make every second count. Feast on luscious meals at Thunderbird Resorts Restaurants!

In Poro Point, dine with Mom at the Olives Restaurant or at Vegas Cafe.

P770 nett/person

Treat mom to a delectable dish at Thunderbird Resorts Rizal's The Pool Bar or

Koi Restaurant. P900 nett/person

See you at the 18th PTAA Travel Tour Expo at SMX, Feb 18-20!

Get the best offers from Thunderbird Resorts as we join the biggest and most awaited annual 3-day travel and tourism event - The 18th Philippine Travel Tour Expo that is scheduled on 18 to 20 February 2011 at Halls 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the SMX Convention Center, Pasay City.

You can visit us at booth numbers 189-190 and get a chance to avail room discounts, freebies, on-the-spot video contest shoot and more.

The Travel Tour Expo was conceptualized by Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) in cooperation with the Department of Tourism (DOT) to showcase the products and services of its members. Since then, the show has evolved into a much awaited annual industry event covering practically all segments of the travel business, making it the biggest event for the travel and tourism industry. About 80,000 visitors were present in the 2010 edition which had 416 booths occupied by 230 firms.

With the theme “Around the World in 3 Days”, the show aims to feature various hotspots in the Philippines and all over the world. It offers a great opportunity for the exhibitors to expose and promote their products and services. It provides a perfect venue for a grand showcase of various products, services and extraordinary deals and visitors can expect a glimpse of what awaits them in their chosen destinations while enjoying cultural presentations, souvenir items and discounted travel packages from the exhibitors.

Take this opportunity and get a hold of travel packages, discounts, promo rates and reservation services that only you can have this coming Philippine Travel Tour Expo!

Again, we invite you to join Thunderbird Resorts as we make the 3-day Travel Tour Expo event extraordinary just for you.

Details are listed below.

Date:

18 to 20 February 2011.

Venue:

SMX Convention Center Halls 1, 2, 3 & 4

Seashell Drive, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City

Opening Hours:

18 February – Friday

10AM – 9 PM

19 February – Saturday

10 AM – 9 PM

20 February – Sunday

10 AM – 7 PM

Entrance fees:

General Admission: PHP 50/day

Senior Citizen: PHP 20/day

Ticket booths close 30 minutes before end of show hours

See you there!

Thunderbird Resorts Awards Photo Contest Winners

In photo: FPPF Chairperson Edi Huang (front row, second from left)

poses with PhotoWorld participants

On the night of January 29, Greenbelt 3 Ground Lobby was filled with camera-clad enthusiasts who all came for one special Photographer's Night.

This was made possible by Thunderbird Resorts, in partnership with Caltex, Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation Inc. Sponsors include Western Digital, Digital Photographer Philippines, iSTYLEs, Image Works Inc., and Intel.

Highlighting the event was the awarding of the Second Annual Express Your Art Photo Contest. To seek inspirational photos that would renew the environmental spirit, this year's theme is "Go Green".

“We wanted photos that would capture people’s day-to-day efforts towards conserving the environment,” said Fabio Moretti, Thunderbird Resorts Country Manager. “More importantly, we want people to look at these photos and gain a stronger sense of custodianship over our planet.”

(L-R) Grand Prize winner Imee Antonio holds the check up high

with iStyle's Michelle Aglibar, Huang and Thunderbird Resorts' Fabio Moretti

Grand Prize winner Imee Antonio, who garnered the highest average among the entries, won the PhP 250,000 cash prize for her photo depicting two women creating bags out of recycled materials.

Photo by Imee Antonio

On her win, Imee shares, "My inspiration during the shoot was of course to win the contest, by having a photo entry that will depict the contest objective. I'm very happy that our camera club members were very creative and helpful that we have arrived to a winning photo entry."

As for the cash prize, she adds, "Some part of it of course will go directly to my savings account, some will be given to the camera club fund and some will be shared to my co-members who helped me during the shoot."

Category winners Dewey Sergio (Awareness), Ernie Penaredondo (Balance), and Jordan Madjus (Commitment) captured equally captivating photos and won P50,000 each. Awarding them were Michelle Aglibar, IStyles/Intel; Fabio Moretti, Country Manager of Thunderbird Resorts; Eduviges Huang, Chairperson of Federation of Philipppine Photographers Foundation Inc.

Awareness Category Winner Dewey Sergio (middle)

Balance Category Winner Ernie Penaredondo (second from right)

Commitment Category Winner Jordan Madjus (second from right)

Shaun Thomsen, Chief Gaming Officer of Thunderbird Resorts and Betty Lalana, Chairperson of PhotoWorld 2011 awarded the ten consolation prize winners.

Thomsen and Lalana with Consolation Prize Winner Jaime Singlador

Consolation Prize Winner Reynaldo Mondez, Jr.

Judges were commercial photographer and Ad Congress awardee Francis Rivera, underwater photographer and Green Peace advocate Gutsy Tuazon, surfing lifestyle photographer Mark Dimalanta, former Business Development & Channel Manager of Kodak Philippines Edwin Hermoso, and project lead for Thunderbird Resorts' Efforts on Environment Sustainability Elaine Santillan.

Also present at the event were PhotoWorld guest speakers Julieanne Kost (Adobe Digital Imaging Evangelist) and fashion photographer Hanson Fong, as well as former PhotoWorld chairperson Manny Innumerable and Ad Photo’s John Chua.

Congratulations to all the winners and to everyone who made the Thunderbird Resorts Express Your Art Photo Contest a big success!

Visit here to see the full gallery of the Express Your Art Go Green Photo Contest Winners.

Express Your Art Photo Contest Exhibit Opens in Greenbelt

The Thunderbird Resorts Express Your Art (EYA) Photo Contest Exhibit commenced yesterday, January 27, at the Greenbelt 3 Lobby.

Mr. Angel Sueiro gives his opening remarks

Angel Sueiro, Andy Kuo, Hanson Fong, Julieanne Kost, and Francis Rivera

The ribbon-cutting ceremony was led by Angel Sueiro, and joining him were Andy Kuo (Western Digital Sales Director for South East Asia), PhotoWorld 2011 speakers Hanson Fong (premier US portrait & wedding photographer) and Julieanne Kost (Adobe Digital Imaging Evangelist), and Francis Rivera (Member of Board of Directors, Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation or FPPF).

Also present at the event were Thunderbird Resorts Vice President for Asia & European Operations Raul Sueiro, FPPF Chairperson Eduviges Huang, PhotoWorld 2011 Chairperson Betty Lalana, and EYA judge Edwin Hermoso.

Nino Carandang of Western Digital emceed the program.

The winning entries will be on display at the Greenbelt 3 main lobby in Makati until January 30, 2011. The awarding will then be held during the PhotoWorld Photographer’s Night on January 29, 2011 at the same venue.

You Are Extraordinary!

“What makes you Extraordinary?” This is the question posed in the latest online video contest of Thunderbird Resorts.

To be extraordinary means to have exceptional qualities or remarkable abilities. If you have something that you find unique and a remarkable quality of yourself, then you are extraordinary. It could even be as simple as knowing how to play the guitar, winning 1st place in a dance competition or by being active in environmental or community groups.

Shoot a video of yourself sharing what makes you Extraordinary.

It may or may not be shot at Thunderbird Resorts. In the mood to answer the question while in front of the webcam? Shoot it. Suddenly outdoor and you feel extraordinary? Shoot it. Scheduled to be at Thunderbird Resorts this weekend? Shoot it.

Participants will get the chance to win P100k, a Vacation Getaway for Four at Thunderbird Resorts Rizal and La Union, Enjoy Philippines Card and other cool prizes.

Full mechanics is posted at www.thunderbirdresorts.ph/videocontest.

Related post: http://enjoythunderbirdresorts.blogspot.com/2011/01/win-p100k-and-vacation-getaway-from.html

Fiesta Casino Poro Point's Jackpot Party!

This truly deserves a celebration! Jackpot Party, a progressive slot machine in Fiesta Casino Poro Point gave out half a million prize to one winner yesterday, January 23, 2011.

Gwendelyn Tong won a whopping P521,007! Congratulations from Thunderbird Resorts and Fiesta Casinos!

You can have your hands too on one of Fiesta Casinos jackpots, in Rizal P350,000 is at stake in the Fiesta Free Roll raffle draw tonight, Jan 24,2011. Draw schedule: 7pm, 9pm, 11:48 pm.

For more information about the draw, call 651.8888 or 09285076397.

Thunderbird Resorts concludes environment-themed photo contest

Grand Prize winning photo by Imee Antonio

When typhoons Ondoy and Pepeng swept through the country in 2009 and displaced thousands of families, Thunderbird Resorts, who had properties in Poro Point, La Union and Binangonan, Rizal, quickly sent out relief efforts and medical missions to assist nearby communities.

The devastating typhoons, which have been touted as manifestations of climate change, prompted the international recreational property developer to strengthen its commitment towards promoting environmental awareness.

Thus, when Thunderbird Resorts held its second annual Express Your Art photo contest, the company decided to go with a “Go Green” theme and seek inspirational photos that would renew the environmental spirit.

“We wanted photos that would capture people’s day-to-day efforts towards conserving the

environment,” said Fabio Moretti, Thunderbird Resorts’ chief operating officer. “More importantly, we want people to look at these photos and gain a stronger sense of custodianship over our planet.”

The contest had three categories: Awareness, Balance, and Commitment. Pictures depicting feasible, economical, energy-efficient, low-polluting, and sustainable technologies such as solar energy and wind power were grouped under the Awareness Category. Photos that highlight activities on the conservation of natural resources and waste management such as coastal clean-ups, tree-planting activities, and organic farming were placed under the Balance Category, while photos that focus on health, education, livelihood, and environmental responsibility programs for communities were classified under the Commitment Category.

Grand Prize winner Imee Antonio, who garnered the highest average among the entries, won the PhP 250,000 cash prize for her photo depicting two women creating bags out of recycled materials. Awareness Category winners Dewey Sergio, Ernie Penaredondo, and Jordan Madjus of the Awareness, Balance, and Commitment Categories captured equally captivating photos and won P50,000 each.

Judges were commercial photographer and Ad Congress awardee Francis Rivera, underwater photographer and Green Peace advocate Gutsy Tuazon, surfing lifestyle photographer Mark Dimalanta, former Business Development & Channel Manager of Kodak Philippines Edwin Hermoso, and project lead for Thunderbird Resorts' Efforts on Environment Sustainability Elaine Santillan.

Despite the decidedly technical theme, the number of participants grew and the organizers received impressive entries from amateur and professional photographers alike, thanks to the organizers’ partnership with the Federation of Philippine Photographers Foundation and Caltex Philippines. Other partners include Western Digital, Digital Photographer Philippines, Pro Digital Image Works, iStyles, and Intel.

Winning entries will be on display at the Greenbelt 3 main lobby in Makati from January 27-30, 2011.

The winners will be recognized at the PhotoWorld Photographer’s Night on January 29, 2011 at the same venue.

To view complete list of winners and photos: http://www.thunderbird-asia.com/photocon_winner.html

Janno Gibbs & La Diva Draw Crowds at Fiesta Casinos

Reaching to almost a thousand, Fiesta Casino’s floor was filled with players and fans alike, all anticipated for GMA 7’s top performers during a concert held last Saturday, Jan 15, 2011.

Kicking off the show were Pinoy Superstar Alumna Jonalyn Viray, Aicelle Santos, and Maricris Garcia.

Jonalyn Viray

Aicelle Santos

Maricris Garcia

Collectively called as La Diva, this ballad and pop girl trio belted out renditions of popular hits, one of which was “Angels Brought Me Here”, a song popularized by Australian Idol Guy Sebastian.

The night’s highlight was no less than the King of Soul Janno Gibbs. The audience laughed at his no non-sense humor and loved his soulful hits and renditions.

“Fallin”, the theme song for a koreanovala, was one of his most popular and memorable hits.

Catch Janno Gibbs and La Diva every Sunday on GMA 7’s “Party Pilipinas”, the network’s noontime musical variety show.

Want more entertainment from Fiesta Casinos? This coming February 12, 201 in Rizal, get ready to laugh out loud with singer-comedian turned TV host and actor Vice Ganda.

In Poro Point on February 19, 2011, join Aiza Seguerra and Nyoy Volante in a night of acoustic jam.

For more information, visit www.thunderbird-asia.com.

New Chairs Installed at Fiesta Casinos

Adding comfort and style, the newly installed chairs proved to be a welcome improvement to the gaming experience of Fiesta Casinos’ players.

Fiesta Casino Poro Point General Manager Michael Walker explains, “The new chairs offer incomparable support and comfort for those guests who like to sit for extended periods of time. The chairs swivel for easier access and playability and are fitted with gas struts which allows for height adjustment so our guest can find the perfect sitting position.”

Placed in selected slot machines and table games, players have expressed their preference over the new fixture. For branding purpose, a Fiesta Casinos logo is printed on the back.

“The overwhelming opinion from our very discerning guest is that the chairs are a huge improvement in both comfort and appearance,” added Mr. Mike Walker.

The initial set of chairs was only installed first week of January both in Poro Point and Rizal, and with the positive feedback, a second batch has already been ordered.

Fiesta Casinos world-class entertainment venues are located within Thunderbird Resorts properties at San Fernando, La Union and at Binangonan, Rizal.

For more information, visit www.thunderbird-asia.com.

Extraordinary Experience All Year Round!

The best way to treat yourself is to Go Extraordinary and nothing less.

In Thunderbird Resorts, you get to do just that.

Thunderbird Resorts RIZAL

Room Accommodation comes with sumptuous breakfast for two,

unlimited wireless internet access, complimentary *60 minute massage,

and P300 Fiesta match play coupon to jumpstart your luck.

Promo valid until December 31, 2011, except on special dates

For reservations, call (632) 886.5555 or (632) 651.6888

Thunderbird Resorts PORO POINT

Room Accommodation comes with sumptuous breakfast for two,

unlimited wireless internet access, complimentary *60 minute massage,

and P300 Fiesta match play coupon to jumpstart your luck.

For reservations, call (632) 886.5555 or (6372) 888.777

Promo valid until December 31, 2011, except on special dates

Visit www.thunderbird-asia.com

*Subject to availability

Want more Extraordinary Experience? Why not JOIN Thunderbird Resorts Online Video Contest and get the chance to win P100k and a Vacation Getaway for Four! Click the link for more information or visit www.thunderbirdresorts.ph/videocontest.

Or win brand new cars and cash prizes at Fiesta Casinos Free Roll Draws!

Have a January Fiesta!

To celebrate the first month of the year, Fiesta Casinos go grand and fabulous!

Up for grabs in the Free Roll Draws are Brand New Cars and Cash Prizes. Plus a Special Concert from the country's top performers.

FEATURED ARTIST & JANUARY CONCERT AT FIESTA CASINO RIZAL

This is definitely one powerful concert from GMA 7's top performers.

Janno Gibbs, singer & actor, best known for his stint at the network's Sunday noontime musical show. His hits include "Ipagpatawad Mo", "Ikaw Lamang,"

and "Fallin'"among other ballads.

The La Diva is a Ballad and Pop girl group composed of two winners and a runner-up of Pinoy Pop Superstar namely Jonalyn Viray, Aicelle Santos, Maricris Garcia.

Make your Thursdays a habit. Relieve the classics with Gino Padilla.

This month's featured artist is one of the country's top 80's icon.

FIESTA CASINO PORO POINT EVENTS

FREE ROLL GRAND DRAW on January 15, 2011.

Win Brand New Toyota Vios and P100k Cash Prize!

FREE ROLL GRAND DRAW on January 29, 2011.

Win Brand New Mitsubishi Strada and P150k Cash Prize!

Catch Nightly Band Performances at the Cabana Bar inside the casino

FIESTA CASINO RIZAL EVENTS

Play POKER every Thursday & Friday. Only P500 Buy-in to win prize guarantee of P22k.

VELVET ROOM DRAWS

Total Cash Prize of P200k and a Brand New Audio on the Grand Draw

FREE ROLL GRAND DRAW on January 29, 2011.

Win Brand New Mitsubishi PAJERO

P100k Cash Prize at stake on the Special Draw, January 15!

Be ready for the battle. CASINO WARS begin this January.

Call (02) 651.6888 for further information.

Catch Nightly Band Performances at the Cabana Bar inside the casino

For more info, visit www.thunderbird-asia.com.

Thunderbird Resorts treats guests with VMV Hypoallergenics

Expect a more luxurious experience from Thunderbird Resorts this New Year.

Starting 2011, guests will be treated to the lush products of VMV Hypoallergenics, well-known for its unrivaled skin safety and for being the only validated hypoallergenic brand. A true “cosmeceutical”, VMV products have biologically active ingredients that present medical benefits. Being around almost 30 years in the industry is a testimony to its sustainability.

Thunderbird Resorts boast of two world-class properties that hold luxury resort venues catering to leisure, sports, recreation and entertainment activities. One is located in the highland oasis of Binangonan, Rizal. The other Mediterranean-inspired property is in the peninsula of Poro Point in San Fernando, La Union.

Stay at the resort’s deluxe rooms to indulge in a unique head-to-toe regimen with products that are hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic. Safe to use even for sensitive skins as it does not block pores.

The Hair and Body Bath set include: Elation Hair/Body Shampoo, Elation Conditioner, Superskin Care Intensive Moisture Milk, and ID Soap.

Having VMV Hypoallergenics to its roster of services is a fitting match as both brands are keen on providing only the best to its consumers.

For more about Thunderbird Resorts, visit www.thunderbird-asia.com

The Thunderbird Resorts 2010 Planner goes to....

As randomly selected (via random number selector), the winners are:

• Marvick Mendoza

• Marizen Villamora

Congratulations! You get the Limited Edition Thunderbird Resorts 2010 Planner

(1 each)! Kindly wait for the email with instructions on how to claim your prize.

Thanks to everyone who participated!

A Happy New Year to all!