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edge coaster adventure first in asia cebu city,philippines
“It is totally safe.”
These were the four reassuringly confident words that Sky Experience Adventure general manager William “Bill” Killgore told us as we conquered our fear of heights at the Sky Walk Extreme.
Located at the 37th floor of the Crown Regency Hotel & Towers in Cebu, the Sky Walk Extreme lets thrill-seekers walk around the edge of the building, incidentally the tallest hotel structure in the Philippines. He said, “This is the first in the country and the 360-degree view is just awesome. It passed international safety standards, so don’t fear.”
The platform where Sky walkers would step on looked intimidating, but Killgore immediately, well, killed any more morbid thoughts that could arise.
He said, “For starters, the Walk can hold up to 5,000 pounds. There is a harness that will be strapped very securely around you. Even if you fall off, which is a long shot, you’re not going down. You’ll just hang for awhile. Besides, you won’t be doing the Sky Walk Extreme. There are guides who will walk along with you.”
Before we knew it, we were already in an orange jumpsuit and white sneakers being strapped to safety. The guides gave us a little briefing on safety and an added encouragement. Apparently, the deer-caught-in-the-headlights look in our faces had become embarrassingly evident.
When we finally stepped out on the platform and began our walk, we were instantly seized with a little — just a little — sense of panic. Remember, you have someone here suffering from acrophobia. Our guides humored us during our first few steps and very efficiently distracted this moment of agitation by pointing out the breathtaking view that was set before us.
Our jaws dropped at the magnificent scenery. We could see not just the whole of Cebu but even its neighboring islands and beyond. You want something as far as the eyes could see? The Sky Walk Extreme made sure ours did. We got too busy taking in the experience that we absolutely forgot about our fear. The adventure stroll turned out to be both comforting and exciting.
The walk around the building took around 15 minutes to finish, and our stunts included sitting on the edge of the platform while our feet dangled in the air, dancing on the ledge (yes, ledge dancing to the highest level), and being dared to look 37 floors down. Who knew that walking would give such an adrenalin rush?
Another kind of adrenalin rush was waiting in the form of the Edge Coaster. Found at the 38th floor directly above the Sky Walk, the interactive ride called Edge Coaster is the stuff man-on-the-street daredevils would instantly consider. It is the first ride of its kind in the world.
“Just like the Sky Walk Extreme, the Edge Coaster is very safe. It was done by Interactive Rides Inc., known for building the safest and most extreme thrill rides in the world. Their most famous work is the Stratosphere in Las Vegas,” Killgore said. The ride is securely held together by double-redundant restraint systems.
Think about it: the Edge Coaster moves around the edge of the building and tilts 55 degrees. Give it a try and feel like you’re hanging or in some instances, about to literally fall off your seat. Of course, the riders are provided with joysticks, so they could control the tilt level.
Crown Regency Hotel’s weekend getaway promoUpdated February 24, 2009 12:00 AM
http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=443085&publicationSubCategoryId=111
CEBU, Philippines - The Crown Regency Hotel’s Weekend Getaway Promo is designed for you and the family to enjoy life’s pleasures. Plus, this is also an excellent gift package you can give to someone no matter what the occasion may be.
The package guarantees quality time and fun with your loved ones in the hotel and adjacent lifestyle club, the Club Ultima. This includes an overnight stay in our superior room, lunch buffet at Wang Shan Lo, a Chinese restaurant with authentic cuisine prepared by our Hong Kong Chefs located at the 20th floor of Tower 2, a personalized viewing of “Deep Sea Adventure” now featured at Cebu’s first and only 4D theater at the 18th floor, a Spa Treat like massage or facial at the Prana Medispa located at the 16th floor of Tower 2, Club Ultima, a sumptuous international dinner buffet at the Sparkz Restobar at the 37th floor and an ultimate experience with our exhilarating Sky rides like the World’s first Edge Coaster at the 38th floor or the country’s first Skywalk Extreme at the 37th floor Mezzanine. Rise and shine the next day with a bountiful breakfast buffet at the Glo Café and Lounge located at the 2nd floor of the hotel.
The Weekend Getaway offers twin sharing at P5500; triple sharing at P8000 and quadruple sharing at P10,000. If you plan to extend one more night with us, simply add P3000, P3300 and P3600, respectively, and enjoy a buffet breakfast before you check out.
A minimal fee of P1000 covers for kids below 8 years old. Advance booking is highly recommended. Check-in time is 2 p.m. and check-out is at 12 noon the following day. And if you are the typical man-on-the-go who can’t stay away from business, the rooms have broadband access to let you check your emails and business updates.
Enjoy your getaway! Live the experience and love the adventure!
The Sky Observatory will offer the best view of the city with coin- operated binoculars and telescopes.
Walk around the edge of the building while being tied to a safety harness. The Sky Walk Extreme will take you to a leisure trip at the sky and walk you on the clouds at the 37th floor.
Uniquely the world's very first and only amusement ride of its kind, the Edge Coaster goes around the edge of the building while riders are strapped onto a rail seat. Riders can indulge in a breathtaking view of the city and playfully pull a lever that can tilt their seats up to 55 degrees.
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