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Fantasy World: An Abandoned Theme Park In Lemery, Batangas

Meghy — Tue, 22 Jan 2019 05:27:29 +0000

I still remember me looking on the pages of my fairytale book and fascinates of becoming a princess that lives happily ever after. I think most of the children once dreamed of becoming a prince or princess that lives comfortably on a big castle. But no worries, you don’t need a passport, a visa or thousands worth of plane ticket, you can fulfill those childhood dreams by visiting Fantasy World in Lemery, Batangas! Though it is “abandoned”, the place is still dreamlike and it is just 3-4 hours away from Manila.

About Fantasy World

Fantasy World intended to be the Disneyland of the Philippines but due to the lack of funding of the Japanese owner, the medieval-themed park left unfinished up until today. It has four grand castle structure as main attraction that were meticulously designed just like those real century-old castles found in Europe as it attempted to be the grandest theme park of the country.

It enchantingly stands in the middle of hill-like Brgy. Mayasang, Lemery, Batangas along Diokno highway far from the town proper that made it more fascinating.

The first time I saw this enchanting place was when I used to watch the GMA TV show “Majika”. The place really caught my attention and I can’t actually believe that my country has its own fairylike park that I can only see before in the pages of my fairytale book and on TV documentaries that showcases medieval castles in Europe. And I promised myself that someday, I would stand there and be my own version of a travelling princess.

How to go to Fantasy World

Manila to Fantasy World

(Via Nasugbu)

Ride a bus bound to Nasugbu, Batangas and ask the conductor to drop you off on the ‘Boundary’ near the Nasugbu Arc then ride a Lemery bound jeepney that passes on the entrance of Fantasy World or simply chartered a tricycle that will take you directly to the Fantasy World but this could be pricey compared to riding a jeeney.

(Via Lemery)

You can directly ride a bus bound to Lemery from Manila (LRT- Buendia or Cubao) but this is a longer route compared to the Nasugbu route. Upon arriving in Lemery Bus Terminal, ride a tricycle to “Boundary” (take note that this is a different boundary from the Nasugbu Arc) and take a jeepney that passes Brgy. Mayasang and ask to be dropped in front of Fantasy World. You can also chartered a tricycle from the Lemery town proper but then again, it can be pricey.

Tagaytay to Fantasy World

From Tagaytay (Olivarez), you can ride a bus or jeepney bound to Nasugbu. Ask the driver to drop you off on the boundary near the Nasugbu Arc. Upon reaching the boundary, you can either ride a Lemery bound jeepney or chartered a tricycle that will take you directly to Fantasy World.

Fantasy World Entrance Fee

Most people is still not aware that this abandoned theme park is open to the public that’s why tourists will simply take photos from afar but actually this place happily accepts visitors who wants to see the beauty behind its unfinished structures. Rate will be P1000 maximum of 10 pax so whether you are 10 in the group or less than that, you still have to pay P1000.

If you will be coming on lesser group then it will be better to wait for other groups on the entrance of the park to lessen your expenses. The park is open from 8AM to 5PM.

Getting Around Fantasy World

By just standing inside and staring on the castle-like structures will already leave you in admiration. You will imagine yourself walking on your own fairytale story but unlike other abandoned theme parks, Fantasy World is now being maintained by the homeowners association.

Before coming to this place, I was too worried that the park might give me eerie feeling but it is the other way around. The place is smoothly beautiful and every corner is perfect for IG-worthy photos.

One castle that serves as the main tower has a cafeteria where you can order food and has stairs that leads to the rooftop. Here you can enjoy a 360-degree view from above. The second castle standing was designed to be the church.

The other two castles were merely castle structures that are perfect for photoshoots. Fantasy World is now perfect for prenup and debut pictorials.

Aside from its castle like structures, there are still rides installed on the area. Though, it is no longer operating you can still take photos on it.

Another main attraction of the Fantasy World is the two tree houses connected by a hanging bridge.

You will be seeing as well a beautiful fountain that is still operational perfect for a snapshot.

Other attraction is the Fantasy World maze, which is for me, is somewhat unfinished and no longer maintained. You can also rent fairytale costumes on the main tower near the cafeteria for P300 good for whole day.

Things to Know Before Going to Fantasy World

Bringing of foods are not allowed upon entering this park but there is a cafeteria inside if you wish to eat but food serving takes time.
There’s an additional P5000 fee if you wish to do photoshoots inside Fantasy World. This includes pre-wedding and pre-debut pictorials.
This can be a sidetrip of your tagaytay trip or you can go beach swimming in Nasugbu or Lemery after visiting Fantasy World depending on your time and choice.

Have you been to Fantasy World? Share your experience below!

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SandBox Pampanga: Travel Guide 2018

Meghy — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 05:01:02 +0000

SandBox is an adventure park located in Porac, Pampanga that will give you various selection of outdoor fun. It is a perfect place for outdoor activities that will excite your inner adventurous self. This is the house of the first roller coaster zipline and tallest giant swing in the country.

They offer various activities for all ages making it a perfect place for family bonding or barkada getaway.

How to get there?

From Cubao, there’s a lot of bus companies that offers a ride to Dau such as Victory Liner, Five Star etc. Just simply pick among them and tell the conductor to drop you off on Dau Terminal (Fare is P139)
Once you arrived in Dau Terminal walk to Sogo Hotel and on the other side of the street, ride a jeepney going to SM Clark (Fare is P9)
On SM Clark, you have to walk on the other side of the mall and look for jeepneys going to Porac, Pampanga. Just let the drivers knows that you are going to SandBox so they can drop you off in Alviera (Fare is P30)
Upon arriving in Alviera, there are tricycles that offers a ride to SandBox but on our case, we chose to walk instead. It’s just about a 10-minute walk.

How to get back to Manila?

From SandBox you have 2 options going back to SM Clark:

You can ride a tricycle going to the jeepney terminal and look for jeepneys going to SM Clark or
You can ride the SandBox shuttle for P70 that will drop you on SM Clark. Shuttle’s schedule is 1pm, 3pm and 5pm

On SM Clark, look for the transport terminal and ride a jeepney back in Dau Terminal
From Dau Terminal, ride a bus bound to Manila

Attractions:

Roller Coaster zipline

Not your ordinary zipline but it will give you a zigzag ride in the 180 meter course and said to be the first one in the Philippines.

Giant Swing

This is the country’s tallest swing. You can try it by solo or with a friend. As per them, this can accommodate up to 3 persons.

Aerial Walk

This is an adventure course of high ropes and obstacles that will challenge you and give you impulsive heartbeat. The circuit can be done within 30 minutes or more.

Wall Climbing and Free Fall

On the park you will be seeing the adventure tower which is a 5-storey tower serves as home of activities such as Wall Climbing, Free Fall and serves as a view deck as well of the area. Free Fall is an activity that will make you fall 15 meters from above while Wall Climbing is an artificial wall that requires right body position to get on the top.

Splash Tab

This is SandBox newest attraction. It is an inflatable water park that has obstacle courses.

They offer as well other fun outdoor activities such as Rappel Wall, ATV or UTV riding, Archery and Go Karting.

Rates and Packages: (All packages includes the P100 entrance fee)

Package A (P750)

Giant Swing
Aerial Walk
Roller coaster zipline

Free Fall
Rappel Wall
Wall Climbing

Package B (P500)

Giant Swing
Roller coaster zipline
Rappel Wall

Wall Climbing

Package C (P450)

Giant Swing
Roller coaster zipline
Free Fall

Package D (P700)

Giant Swing
Roller coaster zipline
Aqtiv Archery

Outdoor Archery

Package E (P600)

Roller coaster zipline
Giant Swing
Rappel Wall

Wall Climbing
Splash Tub

Things to know before going:

The park is too hot so better to apply sunblock to avoid sunburns
You must wear proper activity attire. You must be wearing a rubber shoes and if you will be trying the Splash Tub activity you must not wear clothes with buttons
There are few cute container-like stalls on the park that offers foods of various selection and can serve as great spot for IG-worthy post

Bring extra clothes especially if you wish to try the Splash Tub. There’s shower room near the Splash Tub area
SandBox is open Thursday to Sunday 9am-5pm
During a rain, operation of the activities can be stopped due to safety reasons so better check the weather before going

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