Please get a copy of the March issue of Smart Parenting! I was interviewed for the Metro Manila portion of this article written by Tina Rodriguez entitled, "The 10 Best Family-Friendly Cities."
The article reads as:
"Some might say that Metro Manila is too crowded and polluted or prone to crimes, but many a Manileno would attest that it is still one of the best cities for families to explore. Belle Diesta, mom to Marco, 4, Miguel, 2, and Mateo, 1, states her top three reasons why Metro Manila rocks: "One, it offers exciting venues for leisure and the newest, fun activities for both kids and parents. Two, it allows working parents and their families to enjoy themselves anytime of the week without having to go out of town-- with or without a budget. Transportation is available 24 a day, though traffic congestion may be a challenge. And lastly, Manila is the place where talents from all over the country come together to share culture and art though shows, plays and performances."
Top family favorites include Fun Ranch, Ark Avilon Zoo, La Mesa Ecopark, and the Manila Bay area. Fun Ranch, which Belle likens to a mini-carnival, has various rides, play areas, snack bars and a fish-feeding area. There's also a restaurant, in case the kids get hungry. Or you can opt to go to Tiendesitas next door for a wider selection of food, and shop around the tiangges offering a variety of products. You can also visit nearby Avilon Ark Zoo where kids can interact with some of its trained animals. Meanwhile, La Mesa EcoPark, dubbed as "a forest in the city" is great for picnics, exploring nature trails without worrying about the kids getting hurt, horseback riding, boating, zipline, paintball games and swimming.
The Manila Bay area-- home to Roxas Boulevard, Rizal Park, Manila Ocean Park and Cultural Center of the Philippines, and the famous Manila sunset-- provides a variety of places where families can relax, have fun, learn about marine life and indulge in the arts."
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