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Enchanted Kingdom Sets the Stage for the 2nd Annual Cosplaying Event

November 4, 2009

After last year’s successful “OtakonEK” at Enchanted Kingdom, the country’s first and only world-class theme park proudly presents “Otaku Kingdom”.

“Otaku” is the Japanese term used to refer to people with obsessive interests, particularly anime, manga and video games. Slated on September 27, 2009, “Otaku Kingdom” gathered animé, manga enthusiasts, movie & toy hobbyists and cosplayers with the thrilling rides and attractions of Enchanted Kingdom serving as the colourful backdrop for this spectacular event.

Guests wearing a full otaku costume entered the park for FREE with a Carousel Special Pass.  Tickets were upgraded to Regular Day Pass for a fee of P250.  A registration area was available at the Park’s Front Gate on September 27 from 10:00AM to 5:00PM.  Others pre-registered at www.otakingdom.blogspot.com.

Other events lined up for the day were toy & manga exhibits, film showings, drawing & gaming contests, animé bands, Woodstock, the much-awaited grand cosplay contest and parade in the afternoon.

Enchanted Kingdom  turned 14 last October!  Elimination rounds for the Fireworks Competition were held on October 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18 with the astounding Grand Fireworks Wizardry Finals on October 24.  The skies of Santa Rosa, Laguna was aglow during the Anniversary Night!

Come to Enchanted Kingdom where the magic stays with you! From September 3 up to December 18, we are open from Thursdays to Fridays from 12NN to 7PM. and Saturdays to Sundays from 11AM to 9PM with Fireworks Display at 8PM. Enchanted Kingdom is located at the City of Santa Rosa, Laguna. For more information you may visit www.enchantedkingdom.com.ph or call 843-6074 to 76 or 830-2111 to 16.

 

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Enchanted Kingdom Champions Education through Enchanting Classroom Program

Do you want to know how geometry affects the Wheel of Fate’s balance? Or how gravitational pull influences the free fall in Jungle Log Jam?

Enchanted Kingdom (EK) is proud to announce its “Enchanting Classroom” program to give a new twist to fun and excitement at the country’s first and only world-class theme park.

 
Enchanting Classroom brings students to the amazing world of science and technology through informal lessons on the scientific principles behind EK’s breathtaking rides and attractions.

The syllabus enables students to learn how centripetal force tilts the seats of Flying Fiesta as the ride constantly accelerates, to feel the mind-blowing Space Shuttle as speed and velocity affect the thrill of the ride’s dash and loop and many more.

Cynthia R. Mamon, Ph. D, EK’s Vice President for Sales, Marketing, Imagineering, Leisure and Entertainment (SMILE) says, “Enchanting Classroom improves the learning facilitation of science, physics and geometry to students through experiential educational lecture combined with fun-filled experiences in all our facilities.”

The program consists of a grade-level-appropriate module designed by scholarly mentors from the University of the Philippines to meet the expectations and curriculum of every school nationwide. Teacher Guides for professors and ExploraKits for students are modules that can be discussed as they enjoy the Park’s rides and attractions.

“Enchanting Classroom entices all ages from toddlers to collegiate level,” added Ms. Mamon as she highlights the innovative option that also caters training and seminar on Theme Park management and operations.

More teachers patronize the program for it offers hands-on and informative encounter on the realm of Physics and other sciences.

    

Enchanting Classroom does not just allow students to take notes or wander around, it refrains them from boredom as they experience the marvels of science through the first-class rides and attractions at EK.

Enchanted Kingdom also partners with different colleges and universities to extend its facilities and expertise to students in various science subjects. Special discounts on EK’s Regular Day Pass and other enchanting treats are also in store for students and teachers.

Come to Enchanted Kingdom where the magic stays with you! Enchanted Kingdom is located at the City of Santa Rosa, Laguna. For more information you may e-mail schools@enchantedkingdom.com.ph or call 830-2111 to 16.

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