Cebu!!!

[megan21]

Cebu is one of the best places to visit in the Philippines. It's the best of both worlds. You have the urban city, yet you can go to the beach in just thirty minutes. There are also other must-see places to visit if you love the great outdoor. Try Kawasan Falls in Badian. It's a 3 hour ride from the city.

You could also give Taoist monks a visit in the Taoist temple or visit the great Basilica del Santo Nino if you're a devout Catholic. Also, the Cebu Diocese just celebrated its 75th year and the Cathedral is worth the visit because it's newly renovated.

[SARAWI]

Basilica de Sto. Nino
http://www.etravelpilipinas.com/tourism_news/images/Basilica-Minore-del-Santo-Nino2.jpg
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sT-7d9Gnz_c/RwuXF4baBxI/AAAAAAAAASg/4xBbxKx6ppk/s400/cebu%2Bbasilica%2Bminore%2Bdel%2Bsanto%2Bnino.jpg

[Cess]

I got to Visit Mactan,Cebu once. It was in 2002 i think. It was really beautiful with the white sand beaches and all that. We stayed in Shangri-la for about 3 days. The food was really really good but a bit pricey in my opinion. :)

http://www.etravelpilipinas.com/tourism_news/images/shangrila-mactan.jpg

[filz_33]

I'm proud to say that I'm from Cebu!! weeee....:D

If you happen to visit Cebu again let me know.. i'll tour you around cebu island. hehe..

[megan21]

You can visit less pricey beaches in Cebu, but it's quite a long drive from the city to Moalboal. The beaches there are great, and it's free! haha. Try going to Bas Daku. But if you want, there are private beaches in Moalboal too. Or you could continue driving down to Badian. They have a private beach and golf club on the island. :)

[megan21]

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_4L5ojNdi81c/SLNamwvdEAI/AAAAAAAACJU/KtFDrABtvIY/s400/Sumilon+Island.jpg

Sumilon is another place to go in Cebu. http://lh5.ggpht.com/dennis.tagamolila/SF39E4Ws-HI/AAAAAAAACPE/bQnRvhNXu5s/s800/scluster%20716621.jpg

The Island remains as one of Cebu's best kept secrets and is found on the southeastern tip of Cebu. It is 125 kilometers from Cebu City and is in close proximity to Dumaguete City. It is surrounded by crystal clear waters and is first marine protected area in the Philippines. The island is around 24 hectares in area. If you're a diver, you will find varied marine species and even occasional sightings of black tip sharks. Pristine white sand beaches are situated in different areas in the island.

Its Sandbar is well known for its changing shapes and shifting locations around the island, depending on the season. On the island, there is a natural lagoon and natural caves. On the southside, a lighthouse rests on a protected tree park and beside it is a “Baluarte”, a historical watchtower.

The pictures will just entice you to go there and feel the pristine waters yourself. :)

[Kelly]

I hope to visit Cebu soon... I want to go to Sumilon Island. :)

[Manix16]

I'm proud to say that I'm from Cebu!! weeee....:D

If you happen to visit Cebu again let me know.. i'll tour you around cebu island. hehe..Let you know? Seriously, dude?! I'm gonna take you up on that, man! I mean, it cost me about 10K for 4d/3n and I wasn't even able to go to Bohol. :(

[filz_33]

where did you stay? did you tour around cebu? but giving you stayed in cebu for 4d & 3n I can say it's already a good deal.

[Cess]

Let you know? Seriously, dude?! I'm gonna take you up on that, man! I mean, it cost me about 10K for 4d/3n and I wasn't even able to go to Bohol. :(


I think 10k is actually okay for 4d/3n.

[Cess]

I hope to visit Cebu soon... I want to go to Sumilon Island. :)

yeaaa. me too. Those pictures are beautiful! :D

[SARAWI]

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_4L5ojNdi81c/SLNamwvdEAI/AAAAAAAACJU/KtFDrABtvIY/s400/Sumilon+Island.jpg

Sumilon is another place to go in Cebu. http://lh5.ggpht.com/dennis.tagamolila/SF39E4Ws-HI/AAAAAAAACPE/bQnRvhNXu5s/s800/scluster%20716621.jpg

The Island remains as one of Cebu's best kept secrets and is found on the southeastern tip of Cebu. It is 125 kilometers from Cebu City and is in close proximity to Dumaguete City. It is surrounded by crystal clear waters and is first marine protected area in the Philippines. The island is around 24 hectares in area. If you're a diver, you will find varied marine species and even occasional sightings of black tip sharks. Pristine white sand beaches are situated in different areas in the island.

Its Sandbar is well known for its changing shapes and shifting locations around the island, depending on the season. On the island, there is a natural lagoon and natural caves. On the southside, a lighthouse rests on a protected tree park and beside it is a “Baluarte”, a historical watchtower.

The pictures will just entice you to go there and feel the pristine waters yourself. :)

Ok I lived in Cebu City for about 4years now & I never heard about this place/island. I'm now in Cali, takin a break, but I'll be back this June & this is the **** right here!

[tadz1158]

Cebu is a very peaceful city. I'm not saying this just because I am a Cebuano but many can attest to that. Beautiful Cebu is ideal for business and even for vacation.

We know for a fact that Cebu is a narrow island stretching from north to south and is known for its narrow coast lines, thus, very well known for the nice beaches. It is also surrounded by small neighboring islands and one of these islands is Camotes.

I had a wonderful bonding time with my family in one of the beautiful island resorts in the place called the Mangodlong Rock Resort, which gives an ideal intimacy and laid-back island atmosphere. It is a two-hour worth Ferry boat ride from Cebu City Port. The moment that I step on that island resort, I told myself....I like it here! Ideal for honeymooners.:)

[megan21]

If you want to travel on a budget in Cebu or anywhere else in the Philippines, here are a few tips:

1. Plan your trips ahead. Even if you’re just going to another province, consider planning your trips ahead in order to get the best deals. Airlines usually have promos but for a limited time and seats only. Plan where you’re going and grab the next promo ticket on that destination. Planning ahead would also give you time to ask your friends and family to come along so that you can share the expenses.

2. Make use of the Internet. Don’t buy expensive guide books, maps and travel agents. The Internet is full of free and useful information if you know where to look. Travel agency operate for profit so if you are adventurous enough, avoid going through them. Some travel agents charge exorbitant fees and insert unnecessary itineraries on your trip. Search the web for information. Blogs provide more detailed and reliable reviews. Try to get the rates of car hire online for your reference. Getting directions and rates to a destination has become very easy through the internet.

3. Travel light. Pack only the necessities. We tend to bring along a lot of things in our bags that can only hamper our mobility and sometimes cost us extra if we have excess baggage. Again, know what to expect on your destination so that you know what clothes to pack.

4. Avoid making side trips. If you did not plan on going to another destination then you probably shouldn’t. Side trips would entail unplanned expenses and you do not know if you’re going to enjoy the place. The beauty of planning ahead is that you can choose the best itinerary that’s right on your budget.

5. Don’t spend too much on souvenirs and pasalubong. Pinoys when traveling would always bring home souvenir items and pasalubong for family and friends. More often than not, these items would only end up in shelves collecting dust. I would often buy small items for souvenir/pasalubong and keychain is a favorite. Food would also be good as long as it’s not bulky. When buying for pasalubong, the best place to get the best deal is at the local market. What’s more, you can always haggle at the market unlike at the malls.

Enjoy your vacation! :)

[megan21]

Cebu is a very peaceful city. I'm not saying this just because I am a Cebuano but many can attest to that. Beautiful Cebu is ideal for business and even for vacation.

We know for a fact that Cebu is a narrow island stretching from north to south and is known for its narrow coast lines, thus, very well known for the nice beaches. It is also surrounded by small neighboring islands and one of these islands is Camotes.

I had a wonderful bonding time with my family in one of the beautiful island resorts in the place called the Mangodlong Rock Resort, which gives an ideal intimacy and laid-back island atmosphere. It is a two-hour worth Ferry boat ride from Cebu City Port. The moment that I step on that island resort, I told myself....I like it here! Ideal for honeymooners.:)

Where is Magodlong Rock Resort, by the way? :)

[megan21]

Ok I lived in Cebu City for about 4years now & I never heard about this place/island. I'm now in Cali, takin a break, but I'll be back this June & this is the **** right here!

If you haven't heard of Sumilon, then give the island justice and go straight to Sumilon when you come back to Cebu! :)

[wanderlust]

about how long is the travel time from Cebu City proper to Sumilon island?

[megan21]

From the city to Oslob, it will take you 2.5 to 3 hours more or less and a 15 minute boat ride to the island.

[wanderlust]

That's a long ride. I had this picture in my mind that in provinces, everything can be reached within 30 mins. hahaha!

[Manix16]

If you haven't heard of Sumilon, then give the island justice and go straight to Sumilon when you come back to Cebu! :)Why isn't this place given as much publicity as the rest of 'em, you think? I mean, LOOK AT IT!! Do the locals really intend that there be few tourists there? :confused:

[Kelly]

If you want to travel on a budget in Cebu or anywhere else in the Philippines, here are a few tips:

1. Plan your trips ahead. Even if you’re just going to another province, consider planning your trips ahead in order to get the best deals. Airlines usually have promos but for a limited time and seats only. Plan where you’re going and grab the next promo ticket on that destination. Planning ahead would also give you time to ask your friends and family to come along so that you can share the expenses.

2. Make use of the Internet. Don’t buy expensive guide books, maps and travel agents. The Internet is full of free and useful information if you know where to look. Travel agency operate for profit so if you are adventurous enough, avoid going through them. Some travel agents charge exorbitant fees and insert unnecessary itineraries on your trip. Search the web for information. Blogs provide more detailed and reliable reviews. Try to get the rates of car hire online for your reference. Getting directions and rates to a destination has become very easy through the internet.

3. Travel light. Pack only the necessities. We tend to bring along a lot of things in our bags that can only hamper our mobility and sometimes cost us extra if we have excess baggage. Again, know what to expect on your destination so that you know what clothes to pack.

4. Avoid making side trips. If you did not plan on going to another destination then you probably shouldn’t. Side trips would entail unplanned expenses and you do not know if you’re going to enjoy the place. The beauty of planning ahead is that you can choose the best itinerary that’s right on your budget.

5. Don’t spend too much on souvenirs and pasalubong. Pinoys when traveling would always bring home souvenir items and pasalubong for family and friends. More often than not, these items would only end up in shelves collecting dust. I would often buy small items for souvenir/pasalubong and keychain is a favorite. Food would also be good as long as it’s not bulky. When buying for pasalubong, the best place to get the best deal is at the local market. What’s more, you can always haggle at the market unlike at the malls.

Enjoy your vacation! :)


Thanks for the tips megan :)

[tadz1158]

Where is Magodlong Rock Resort, by the way? :)

Mangodlong Rock Resort is in Camotes Islands.

Here's some schedule of trips in going there:


CEBU- CAMOTES

Cebu
to Camotes 9:00am and 5:30pm (Fastcraft)

Danao City Port
To Consuelo Port 6am and 10:30am daily (motorized banca)
(disembark at Puertobello if youplan to check in at borth resorts)
To Poro Camotes 5:00am daily (Barge)

Mandaue City Ouano Wharf
To Poro Port 5:30am daily (motorized banca)

Cebu City Port (Pier1)
to 5:30pm daily (Fastcraft)
to Poro Port 9:00pm M,W,F ---ferryboat


From these ports, you can hire motorcycles (called habal-habal) and multi-cabs.
Make sure that you have agreed the fare/rental before you go. Or you can request the resort van to pick you up.

CAMOTES-CEBU

Camotes
To Cebu 6:00am & 12:00nn (Fastcraft)

Consuelo Port
To Danao City Port 6am and 11 am daily (motorized banca)
To Cebu City Port (Pier 1) 6:00am daily (Fastcraft)
To Cebu City Port (Pier 1) 12 midnight T, TH (ferry boat)
To Danao 5:00pm daily (Barge)

[tadz1158]

Megan,

You have just given some great travel tips......You deserve a big hand of applause! Intelligent tips that every travel must put in their minds.

[filz_33]

Top 10 Places to see in Cebu:

1. Bantayan Island
2. Sumilon Island
3. Kawasan Falls
4. Moalboal
5. Santo Nino Church
6. Magellan's Cross
7. Crown Regency Hotel (try the sky experience adventure)
8. Colon Street
9. Tabo-an Market (Where you can buy dried fish like danggit)
10. Fruit Stand in Banilad (u got to taste cebu's mangoes)

[megan21]

Why isn't this place given as much publicity as the rest of 'em, you think? I mean, LOOK AT IT!! Do the locals really intend that there be few tourists there? :confused:

Yeap, Sumilon Island is very beautiful, but the rates in Sumilon Bluewater Resort is expensive for the locales. :) around $150 per person.. Sumilon is more like a private island that you can visit. :)

[megan21]

Thanks for the tips megan :)

You're welcome Kelly :)

[megan21]

Megan,

You have just given some great travel tips......You deserve a big hand of applause! Intelligent tips that every travel must put in their minds.

Thanks tadz. :) I think everyone should know the basics in traveling to make the experience more than the usual. :)

[purpleaf]

My friend and I only spent a day in Cebu. We went to the usual spots since we originally planned for Bohol. But I got the best danggit and dried mangoes from Taboan Market! Haha! I enjoyed it even for a short while. You can ask for a free map in the airport! But the locals are kind enough to help us out on our own exploration. Haha!

[tadz1158]

I got to Visit Mactan,Cebu once. It was in 2002 i think. It was really beautiful with the white sand beaches and all that. We stayed in Shangri-la for about 3 days. The food was really really good but a bit pricey in my opinion. :)

http://www.etravelpilipinas.com/tourism_news/images/shangrila-mactan.jpg

It's not just a bit pricey but it is really pricey because it's Shangrila, remember?
An old time favorite line of a song says....."YOUR KISSES TAKE ME TO SHANGRILA"... it's like a place of complete bliss and delight. It's like paradise...heaven! So the price is heaven! Lol!:p joke, joke, joke only.

[moohlan]

I've never been to Cebu, but most of my friends who have been to the place thinks that It's almost like Manila.. Why?

[Lee Rhyne]

The Queen City of the South. Oh my.. It had been a long while since I've been there. Have things changed since 2002? How much doe it cost to go there nowadays?

[tadz1158]

My friend and I only spent a day in Cebu. We went to the usual spots since we originally planned for Bohol. But I got the best danggit and dried mangoes from Taboan Market! Haha! I enjoyed it even for a short while. You can ask for a free map in the airport! But the locals are kind enough to help us out on our own exploration. Haha!


Just let me know when you get to Cebu again and I will not let you go home without those pasalubong that you can bring back....dried mangoes and the danggit from Taboan Market. And of course, the Otap. But only for you.;)

[purpleaf]

I've never been to Cebu, but most of my friends who have been to the place thinks that It's almost like Manila.. Why?


I actually have the same impression. The city is crowded and all. As if you never left Manila. Cebu's difference would be the language (Cebuano? Am I right?) that most people speak and the coded jeepneys. But I haven't been outside of the city (we just toured around by ourselves and spent a day there) so I think I'll go to Cebu next time and visit the outskirts suggested here - and bring more money to spend! Haha!

[purpleaf]

Just let me know when you get to Cebu again and I will not let you go home without those pasalubong that you can bring back....dried mangoes and the danggit from Taboan Market. And of course, the Otap. But only for you.;)

Really?? :p Aww! Thanks! I'll keep this in mind. See, Pinoy hospitality even on the net. Haha! Hey, if ever, I wanna go back to Larsian! The Chicken bbq there was unforgettable!:D

[megan21]

I actually have the same impression. The city is crowded and all. As if you never left Manila. Cebu's difference would be the language (Cebuano? Am I right?) that most people speak and the coded jeepneys. But I haven't been outside of the city (we just toured around by ourselves and spent a day there) so I think I'll go to Cebu next time and visit the outskirts suggested here - and bring more money to spend! Haha!

The language is not the only difference. there is also the accessibility of going anywhere you want to within cebu city or other cities like mandaue and lapulapu in less than an hour; unlike manila that you should have a budget of two hours to go somewhere where you can just be there around 20 minutes in cebu.

the best thing about cebu is that when you want to go to the mountains, it's very near in busay or transcentral hiway, or if you want to go to the beach, the nearest is in mactan. unlike manila that the nearest beach is in subic or batangas which is 2-3 hours away.

:)

[Hisbenz]

another difference would be their food. Id always love cebuano foods.

Hope to get back in Cebu soon.

[megan21]

i agree. the food in cebu has a different taste. :) if you're used to cebuano food, you won't like the taste of the food in manila. :) no offense. but they have different "timpla". :)

[Hisbenz]

i totally agree. an example with be their dinuguan, and it is a totally different taste with Manila's Dinuguan. Their famous fresh danguit and Maharial. So much to look forward with Cebu aside from their famous spots.

[purpleaf]

i agree. the food in cebu has a different taste. :) if you're used to cebuano food, you won't like the taste of the food in manila. :) no offense. but they have different "timpla". :)

Yeah. I mean, when i tasted the chicken bbq in Larsian, I wanted to know how they made it! Does anyone here happen to know?

I heard "Sunburst" chicken is waaay better than Chickenjoy of Jollibee. Too bad I wasn't able to try it. Is there a Sunburst restaurant in Manila?

[tadz1158]

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Beautiful Cebu!....What used to be a simple lagoon area has turned to a food and beverage strip with the signature of Ayala landscaping and orchestrated water features. This is an addition to Cebu's dining and lifestyle scene. This is just one of the many aspects that makes Cebu almost like Manila when we speak of class and elegance. Cebu has a lot to offer to the visitors and to its locales; one thing that we should be proud about our very own Queen City of the South.

[Hisbenz]

wow that's a good capture. thanks for the photo

[moohlan]

If you want to travel on a budget in Cebu or anywhere else in the Philippines, here are a few tips:

1. Plan your trips ahead. Even if you’re just going to another province, consider planning your trips ahead in order to get the best deals. Airlines usually have promos but for a limited time and seats only. Plan where you’re going and grab the next promo ticket on that destination. Planning ahead would also give you time to ask your friends and family to come along so that you can share the expenses.

2. Make use of the Internet. Don’t buy expensive guide books, maps and travel agents. The Internet is full of free and useful information if you know where to look. Travel agency operate for profit so if you are adventurous enough, avoid going through them. Some travel agents charge exorbitant fees and insert unnecessary itineraries on your trip. Search the web for information. Blogs provide more detailed and reliable reviews. Try to get the rates of car hire online for your reference. Getting directions and rates to a destination has become very easy through the internet.

3. Travel light. Pack only the necessities. We tend to bring along a lot of things in our bags that can only hamper our mobility and sometimes cost us extra if we have excess baggage. Again, know what to expect on your destination so that you know what clothes to pack.

4. Avoid making side trips. If you did not plan on going to another destination then you probably shouldn’t. Side trips would entail unplanned expenses and you do not know if you’re going to enjoy the place. The beauty of planning ahead is that you can choose the best itinerary that’s right on your budget.

5. Don’t spend too much on souvenirs and pasalubong. Pinoys when traveling would always bring home souvenir items and pasalubong for family and friends. More often than not, these items would only end up in shelves collecting dust. I would often buy small items for souvenir/pasalubong and keychain is a favorite. Food would also be good as long as it’s not bulky. When buying for pasalubong, the best place to get the best deal is at the local market. What’s more, you can always haggle at the market unlike at the malls.

Enjoy your vacation! :)

nice tips megan. Thanks for sharing it to us.=)

[filz_33]

Yeah. I mean, when i tasted the chicken bbq in Larsian, I wanted to know how they made it! Does anyone here happen to know?

I heard "Sunburst" chicken is waaay better than Chickenjoy of Jollibee. Too bad I wasn't able to try it. Is there a Sunburst restaurant in Manila?

i looove the chicken of sunburst! their coleslaw is also good!:)

[tadz1158]

wow that's a good capture. thanks for the photo


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One morning, I dropped by the terrace gardens and captured these.

[sakura]

Whoa... really great shots tadz1158...

Fell in love with Cebu when I went there for the first time just last December 08. Then I went there for the second time just last March 09. Can't wait for my trip back again this coming August =)

The Tabo-an market is the best place to get your dried danggits and dried mangoes. During my first trip, I bought a 1/2 kilo dried mango (not the usual dried mangoes you see at the supermarkets) at the airport and it cost me Php 250. When I returned the second time around, I went to Tabo-an and their 1 kilo dried mangoes only sells for Php 260. Imagine the difference!

Also try the carbon market. They sell cebu handicrafts at a very low price. We bought a sungkaan there for Php 150. A native makeup pouch cost me around Php 60.

When looking for cute keychains and native necklaces, go to sutukil (in Mactan area) or just go outside the Sto. Niño Basilica. You can get both items at Php 10 each. Talk about cheap souvenirs for your friends.

If you want to buy a shirt instead, opt to go the Metro department store located at Ayala Center Cebu. I got my "I love Cebu" shirt there for Php 150. Also try the shirts at Sutukil. =)

I love staying at the Marco Polo. Their service is great and I love the ambiance of their rooms =)

[stella]

There are a lot of great places in Cebu. When I'm there, I almost always go to Sm Mall and....I almost get lost there almost all the time....:D

[tadz1158]

There are a lot of great places in Cebu. When I'm there, I almost always go to Sm Mall and....I almost get lost there almost all the time....:D


A day at SM will not be enough.....You get inside the mall in the daylight, you will never know it's already dark when you get out.:)

[tadz1158]

Whoa... really great shots tadz1158...

Fell in love with Cebu when I went there for the first time just last December 08. Then I went there for the second time just last March 09. Can't wait for my trip back again this coming August =)

The Tabo-an market is the best place to get your dried danggits and dried mangoes. During my first trip, I bought a 1/2 kilo dried mango (not the usual dried mangoes you see at the supermarkets) at the airport and it cost me Php 250. When I returned the second time around, I went to Tabo-an and their 1 kilo dried mangoes only sells for Php 260. Imagine the difference!

Also try the carbon market. They sell cebu handicrafts at a very low price. We bought a sungkaan there for Php 150. A native makeup pouch cost me around Php 60.

When looking for cute keychains and native necklaces, go to sutukil (in Mactan area) or just go outside the Sto. Niño Basilica. You can get both items at Php 10 each. Talk about cheap souvenirs for your friends.

If you want to buy a shirt instead, opt to go the Metro department store located at Ayala Center Cebu. I got my "I love Cebu" shirt there for Php 150. Also try the shirts at Sutukil. =)

I love staying at the Marco Polo. Their service is great and I love the ambiance of their rooms =)


That's nice. You really have been here when you speak of those places you've been too and buying those boneless dried danggits and dried mangoes. But don't forget the Otap delicacy which Shamrock bakery has been known of. They will pack it to an easy carry light box and this is ideal for "pasalubong" for friends & relatives when you get home. It's so easy to get there. If you take a taxi cab (as the place is within city along Mabini & Manalili Streets), you will be taken to this main outlet. There's also one along Capitol site.

[SARAWI]

A day at SM will not be enough.....You get inside the mall in the daylight, you will never know it's already dark when you get out.:)

:eek: I AGREE!
and funny thing is, I did nothing but walk around, watch a movie, and played some arcade. I went out, the multi-thousand-peso street lights were already switched on.

[tools4kools]

I've never been to Cebu, but most of my friends who have been to the place thinks that It's almost like Manila.. Why?

cebu city, or to some Metro Cebu is in more ways, similar to Manila, Metro but what makes cebu alot more pleasant to live and visit is that you can go to places (beaches and mountains) in less than 15-20-30 minutes. taxi drivers are less confrontational, honest and friendly. there are already signs of traffic congestion but the good thing its that its tolerable and not insane unlike MM. the food is exceptionally great and the people are generally friendly. what you can see and buy in manila you can enjoy it in cebu. pollution is not that bad either. and the greatest of them all, cebuanas IMO have to be the most beautiful filipinas in the country!

[tools4kools]

Pictures of Cebu City and Environs

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[tools4kools]

more Cebu City pictures

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[tools4kools]

and no stopping Cebu City Pictures

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flickr pic by @Sean.Caco
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Cebu skyline
by jackkaye (http://www.flickr.com/photos/jackkaye/3110730650/) of flickr.com

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[tools4kools]

Here's more pa!

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taken from rustyboi

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[tools4kools]

and cebu still!

http://daisyguoonlinemarketing.files.wordpress.com/2008/12/dsc_2394.jpg?w=509&h=766


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flickr pics by @miguelitosy
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[tools4kools]

and I hope I made you want to visit cebu even more!

flickr pic by @storm-crypt
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flickr pic by @storm_crypt
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[tools4kools]

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[tadz1158]

cebu city, or to some Metro Cebu is in more ways, similar to Manila, Metro but what makes cebu alot more pleasant to live and visit is that you can go to places (beaches and mountains) in less than 15-20-30 minutes. taxi drivers are less confrontational, honest and friendly. there are already signs of traffic congestion but the good thing its that its tolerable and not insane unlike MM. the food is exceptionally great and the enjoy it in cebu. pollution is not that bad either. and the greatest of them all, cebuanas IMO have to be the most beautiful filipinas in the country!


Good that you say all these things.....it's the truth and nothing but the whole truth, do I need to say more?;)

[tadz1158]

Pictures of Cebu City and Environs

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Great work! I like it!

[tadz1158]

more Cebu City pictures

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The last pic here shows the Cebu Provincial Capitol Building....very nice! Wonderful shots.

[tadz1158]

and no stopping Cebu City Pictures

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flickr pic by @Sean.Caco
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Cebu skyline
by jackkaye (http://www.flickr.com/photos/jackkaye/3110730650/) of flickr.com

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Bravo! Bravo! This is impressive.

[sakura]

That's nice. You really have been here when you speak of those places you've been too and buying those boneless dried danggits and dried mangoes. But don't forget the Otap delicacy which Shamrock bakery has been known of. They will pack it to an easy carry light box and this is ideal for "pasalubong" for friends & relatives when you get home. It's so easy to get there. If you take a taxi cab (as the place is within city along Mabini & Manalili Streets), you will be taken to this main outlet. There's also one along Capitol site.

I can still remember that my friend and I walked all the way to Shamrock from the Sto. Niño Basilica. =)

I prefer sugbu's otap because they're much sweeter as compared to Shamrock's, no offense meant for Shamrock Otap lovers =)

Let us not forget the chicharon and the famous cebu's lechon. =)

[tadz1158]

I can still remember that my friend and I walked all the way to Shamrock from the Sto. Niño Basilica. =)

I prefer sugbu's otap because they're much sweeter as compared to Shamrock's, no offense meant for Shamrock Otap lovers =)

Let us not forget the chicharon and the famous cebu's lechon. =)


Yes, that's right, it's a walking distance to Basilica del Sto.NIno. And it's okay, we have many brands of Otap here in Cebu which we can be proud of and which are much tastier than Shamrock. It's just that Shamrock is well known than the others. I also love the original Titay's delicacies in Liloan. They have Otap, too. For the chicharon, we have the famous chicharon in Carcar and we also have the Villalonga's chicharon which is located in V. Rama/Guadalupe Street.

[sakura]

Yes, that's right, it's a walking distance to Basilica del Sto.NIno. And it's okay, we have many brands of Otap here in Cebu which we can be proud of and which are much tastier than Shamrock. It's just that Shamrock is well known than the others. I also love the original Titay's delicacies in Liloan. They have Otap, too. For the chicharon, we have the famous chicharon in Carcar and we also have the Villalonga's chicharon which is located in V. Rama/Guadalupe Street.

But that was a long walk for me. =) Haven't tried Titay's delicacies. Where's the best place to buy the chicharon?

[megan21]

I think the best place to buy chicharon is still in Carcar. The place is very well known for it. So funny 'coz you can see those big weighing scale in front every store. :D

[asiaticqueen]

You can visit less pricey beaches in Cebu, but it's quite a long drive from the city to Moalboal. The beaches there are great, and it's free! haha. Try going to Bas Daku. But if you want, there are private beaches in Moalboal too. Or you could continue driving down to Badian. They have a private beach and golf club on the island. :)

is there a safe and cheap accomodation in this beach you mentioned..bas daku?

[sakura]

I think the best place to buy chicharon is still in Carcar. The place is very well known for it. So funny 'coz you can see those big weighing scale in front every store. :D

Will go to carcar for this.. Thanks =) How much per kilo?

[lakwatsera]

WOW!!!why I did not see that place when Im in cebu...I've been in Cebu so many times but I did not appreciate the beauty because we've only visited the historical places in cebu..:(

[tools4kools]

WOW!!!why I did not see that place when Im in cebu...I've been in Cebu so many times but I did not appreciate the beauty because we've only visited the historical places in cebu..:(

what exactly do you mean?

[tools4kools]

The last pic here shows the Cebu Provincial Capitol Building....very nice! Wonderful shots.

right! its more like strolling around Paris' most beautiful & popular street, The Avenue de Champs-Elysees! :)

[megan21]

Will go to carcar for this.. Thanks =) How much per kilo?

p400 - p500 chicharon special..it's special because it has a little meat, not only the skin.. ordinary chicharon is P300 per kilo.. but you can buy 1/4 kilo for ordinary or special. :)

[Hisbenz]

We actually have a house in Cebu, its in Talisay City. So when its my sem break during college, id always drop by in Cebu

Cebu is actually my second home.

[megan21]

is there a safe and cheap accomodation in this beach you mentioned..bas daku?

there is, but i forgot the name. it's right in front of the beach. :) it's just like a cottage or rooms. :)

[megan21]

you can also try argao's torta aside from chicharon and ampao in carcar. :)

[sakura]

p400 - p500 chicharon special..it's special because it has a little meat, not only the skin.. ordinary chicharon is P300 per kilo.. but you can buy 1/4 kilo for ordinary or special. :)

Thanks megan =) Would put this on my to do list so I won't forget =)

[tools4kools]

Bantayan Pictures taken by vatics

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[wanderlust]

What's the best and cleanest pension house in cebu?

[lakwatsera]

what exactly do you mean?

We visited Magellan Cross, the oldest street, taoist temple, museum, tops.. I prefer island hopping rather than visiting historical places :D

But what I love in cebu is their affordable SPA..

[kookay]

I have been to Cebu a couple of times already and I always put in my itinerary a visit to the Taoist temple (I am a sucker for those beanie things they use to predict the future) but I never get to visit it! What time does it really close? I always come by there like around 5:00 pm and they're not open anymore. :(

So, I just comfort myself with eating dried mangoes and CNT lechon. :)

[SARAWI]

I got to Visit Mactan,Cebu once. It was in 2002 i think. It was really beautiful with the white sand beaches and all that. We stayed in Shangri-la for about 3 days. The food was really really good but a bit pricey in my opinion. :)

http://www.etravelpilipinas.com/tourism_news/images/shangrila-mactan.jpg
It's friggen Shangrila, what do you expect? :D

[jarred]

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_4L5ojNdi81c/SLNamwvdEAI/AAAAAAAACJU/KtFDrABtvIY/s400/Sumilon+Island.jpg

Sumilon is another place to go in Cebu. http://lh5.ggpht.com/dennis.tagamolila/SF39E4Ws-HI/AAAAAAAACPE/bQnRvhNXu5s/s800/scluster%20716621.jpg

The Island remains as one of Cebu's best kept secrets and is found on the southeastern tip of Cebu. It is 125 kilometers from Cebu City and is in close proximity to Dumaguete City. It is surrounded by crystal clear waters and is first marine protected area in the Philippines. The island is around 24 hectares in area. If you're a diver, you will find varied marine species and even occasional sightings of black tip sharks. Pristine white sand beaches are situated in different areas in the island.

Its Sandbar is well known for its changing shapes and shifting locations around the island, depending on the season. On the island, there is a natural lagoon and natural caves. On the southside, a lighthouse rests on a protected tree park and beside it is a “Baluarte”, a historical watchtower.

The pictures will just entice you to go there and feel the pristine waters yourself. :)

this look so irresistable! i wanna go there now!

[moohlan]

I didn't know that Cebu has these beaches and islands. Thanks for sharing.

By the way how affordable is their spa?

[tools4kools]

I didn't know that Cebu has these beaches and islands. Thanks for sharing.

By the way how affordable is their spa?

cebu is an island my friend, and because we are on the midst of the visayan sea, expect cebu to have these beautiful white sand beaches and crystal clear bluewaters.

most people i know only knew about cebu as a cosmopolitan city next to manila but its just a tip of the ice berg.

to clear things up, the name cebu generally has 3 meanings. cebu as an island, cebu as a province (cebu mainland and the island municipalities of bantayan, madridejos, santa fe, san francisco, tudela, poro and pilar) and cebu as a metropolitan area (cebu city, mandaue city, lapu-lapu city, talisay city, cordova, consolacion, lilo-an, compostela, danao city, minglanilla, naga, san fernando, and carcar).

[tekkies]

sharing some pictures of Cebu City

http://tekkies.multiply.com/photos/album/8/Cebu_City_2009