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5 #Aesthetic Hostels in Cebu

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5 #Aesthetic Hostels in Cebu

Budget travel is one of the most prominent kinds of traveling in which every penny is already allotted for something. With the budget being quite tight, some travelers choose to stay at hostels rather than pay for expensive hotel rooms.

Through hostels, one can enjoy traveling in a place for a long time without the need to pay a lot of money for a room to stay in. A bed space shared with other travelers is usually enough for budget-solo or even group trips, and sometimes a private hostel room is also affordable to have more security and privacy during the stay.

However, budget is not the only determining factor in choosing the best hostel to stay at. A lot of travelers, or even locals that want to unwind, are also looking at the hostel’s cleanliness, space, customer service, location, available food stores, and aesthetics. With the aforementioned criteria, some hostels may be out of their choices, while others are undoubtedly so outstanding that every traveler checks them for vacancies. 

Murals Hostel | Photo from Murals Facebook Page

In Cebu City, there are a lot of hostels that offer dorm-type rooms and private rooms for quite affordable prices while still providing quality rooms and services that every customer is delighted by. Right from peaceful, near the beach, loud and active, near the city, to Instagram-worthy hostels, Cebu has it all.

From hundred of hostels around Cebu, we’ve narrowed it down to 5 of the most aesthetic hostels in Cebu, not just for the eyes but also for the pocket and accommodation to receive. These hostels have great aesthetics, accommodation, clean and spacious rooms, affordable prices, great locations, and are a few of the must-visit hostels in Cebu. Pay a visit to these hostels to surely enjoy a clean, relaxing, fun, and affordable stay in Cebu. Check their sites and start booking at these hostels for your next trip.

Now, let’s get on with the list.

1. Flying Fish Hostel

Flying Fish Hostel, located in Banilad, Cebu City, is a clean, convenient, affordable, and aesthetic stay that travelers and even locals visit. This hostel is made to provide affordable and comfortable bed spaces while maintaining a clean, cozy, and aesthetic environment. With its rooms and common area decorated with modern and classic Filipino furniture and displays, the aesthetic of this hostel is surely topnotch.

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Flying Fish Hostel combined modern industrial designs of raw concrete and spilled paint, with classic Filipino homey decorations and furniture. From wooden walls, decks, stairs, classic Filipino chairs, and many more, this place is surely comforting and gives a homey feeling even if you are not at your home.

This place is open for travelers or even locals who want to escape the bustle of the city. Flying Fish Hostel has a pool and they also serve kitchen specials that you must try if you pay them a visit. One of the kitchens is Pukot Kitchen, which serves Tuesdays to Sundays, from 11 AM to 9 PM, and the other is Papachalupa, which serves every Friday from 4 PM to 10 PM.

Experience a comfortable, clean, and affordable stay at Flying Fish Hostel, and enjoy, unwind, and relax on your much-deserved staycation.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • Dorm style rooms:
    • 12 Beds dorm: ₱500 per night (Minimum of 6 persons per group)
    • 10 Beds dorm: ₱500 per night (Minimum of 5 persons per group)
  • Small double room: ₱1,100 per night, good for 2 persons, extra person is ₱500 per head
  • Double deluxe room: ₱1,400 per night, good for 2 persons, extra person is ₱500 per head

INCLUSIONS:

  • Clean linens and towels
  • Shampoo and Body wash
  • soft tissue (rolls)
  • Hot and cold water in a dispenser at the common area.
  • Lounge Area and working tables
  • Wifi Access
  • Free use of the swimming pool for In-house guests.

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: 8 Adelfa Street, El Dorado Subdivision, Banilad, Cebu City; right next to Banilad Town Centre – 20 to 30 minutes from city center.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: If you are from Luzon or Mindanao, ride a bus, ferry, or plane going to Cebu City, and ride a public utility vehicle going to El Dorado Subdivision, Banilad. If you are from around the city, just ride a public utility vehicle and ask them to bring you to Banilad.

BY CAR:  Navigate by Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “The Flying Fish Boutique Hostel Cebu”. Parking space is available. 

2. Mad Monkey Hostel

Mad Monkey Hostel is a place filled with activities that every city-goer loves and enjoys. This hostel has different rooms, a bar, a restaurant, a gaming area, a swimming pool, karaoke, and many more.

  • Photo from Mad Monkey Cebu City Facebook Page
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Located in San Miguel, Cebu City, which is near most of the different tourist spots in Cebu, the hostel hosts different activities each day in which they conduct beer pong tournaments, pop quiz days, music quizzes, karaoke nights, wall street, war games, Latin nights, and many more that every guest enjoys.

With their friendly staff, comfortable rooms, delicious meals, and many other amenities, a visit to Mad Monkey Hostel will undoubtedly enhance and energize one’s social life, and be a fun stay that every guest deserves.

The aesthetic of the place is very modern, using black and white classic design for the rooms, with modern paintings that are very pleasing to the eyes. This place also offers tour packages, allowing travelers to enjoy the city to its maximum. If you want to visit Cebu City and all of its tourist destinations, you can stay at Mad Monkey Hostel and enjoy their activities that involve exploring the beauty of Cebu.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • Standard 8-Bed Dorm: ₱450 /head /night (Shared)
  • Standard 6-Bed Dorm: ₱550 /head /night (Shared)
  • Standard 4-Bed Dorm: ₱600 /head /night (Shared)
  • Standard 4-Bed Female Dorm: ₱650 /head /night (Shared)
  • Standard Double: ₱880 /night, good for 2pax
  • Standard Double+: ₱1,350 /night, good for 2pax
  • Standard Twin: ₱1,100 /night, good for 2 pax
  • Standard Twin Bunk: ₱1,000 /night, good for 2pax
  • Superior Double: ₱1,500 /night, good for 2pax
  • Standard 4-Bed Private Dorm: ₱2,300 /night, good for 4pax
  • Standard 6-Bed Private Dorm: ₱3,100 /night, good for 6pax
  • Standard 8-Bed Private Dorm: ₱3,500 /night, good for 8pax

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: 79 Echavez St Cebu City, 6000 Cebu, Philippines – Approx. 10 minutes from city center.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: If you are from Luzon or Mindanao, ride a bus, ferry, or plane going to Cebu City, and ride a public utility vehicle going to Echavez St., Cebu. If you are from around the city, just ride a public utility vehicle and ask them to bring you to Echavez Street, Cebu.

BY CAR:  Navigate by Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Mad Monkey Hostel” in Cebu. Parking space is available. 

3. HappyNest Hostel

Clean, cozy, and affordable-that is how guests describe HappyNest Hostel. This hostel is located at MJ Cuenco, Cebu City, near a pier, which is perfect for those who travel by ferry.

The aesthetic of the place is very modern and industrial with its design of concrete walls, and yellow doors and yellow decorative accents. The place is very pleasing, not just to the eyes but also to the pocket and comfort.

  • Photo from HappyNest Hostel Cebu Facebook Page
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HappyNest hostel always makes sure that their beds have new linens, clean rooms, and that they provide accommodating and quality service. For their prices, a stay at HappyNest hostel is definitely worth it and more.

This place’s location is perfect for ferry travelers, as it is only a 5-minute walk from the pier. More than the rooms and bed spaces, this hostel also offers different meals that one can enjoy during their stay.

The common area is also large, making it ideal for groups who want to sit together and have some nice talks or fun. HappyNest hostel is definitely one of the best aesthetic hostels around Cebu that you must give a chance when choosing an affordable stay for your next Cebu trip.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • A Bed in a 4-Bed Mixed Room: ₱600/night
  • A Bed in an 8-Bed Mixed Room: ₱550/night
  • A Bed in a 16-Bed Mixed Room: ₱450/night
  • A Bed in an 8-Bed All Female Room: ₱550/night

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Near Plaza Independencia, Behind Toyota MJ Cuenco, Cebu City, Philippines– Approx. 10 minutes from city center.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: If you are from Luzon or Mindanao, ride a bus, ferry, or plane going to Cebu City, and ride a public utility vehicle going to MJ Cuenco, Cebu. If you are from around the city, just ride a public utility vehicle and ask them to bring you to MJ Cuenco, Cebu.

BY CAR:  Navigate by Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “HappyNest Hostel” in Cebu. Parking space is available.

4. Murals Hostel

Murals Hostel, located at F. Cabahug St., Cebu City, is an aesthetic hostel with its modern, minimalist, with a touch of bright colors, room designs.

The vibe of the rooms at Murals Hostel is cute, clean, very young and aesthetic. This hostel provides bed spaces with new linens, clean areas, affordable rates, accommodating and friendly staff, and a cozy room vibe that every guest would appreciate during their staycation.

  • Photo from Murals Facebook Page
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Other than their rooms, this hostel also has a spacious, homey, and cozy common room that everyone can enjoy. Their common has a lot of outlets, a huge common table, and colorful bean bags to sit on or use as pillows.

They have white and wood minimalist furniture around the whole hostel, and different rainbow-colored decorations and color accents. Furthermore, Murals Hostel also has a café with a selection of different drinks and foods that one can enjoy once they pay this place a visit.

Murals Hostel is definitely one of the most aesthetic hostels in Cebu, and this place is surely one of the best choices to book a bed space or a room for your stay in Cebu City.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • A Bed in an 8-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱750 /night
  • A bed in a 6-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱750 /night
  • A bed in a 6-Bed Female Dorm: ₱750 /night
  • Queen Room: ₱1,550 per night, good for 2pax
  • Quadruple Room: ₱2,800 per night, good for 4pax
  • Family Double Room: ₱3,600 per night, good for 6pax

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: F. Cabahug St., Cebu City, Philippines– Approx. 10 minutes from city center.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: If you are from Luzon or Mindanao, ride a bus, ferry, or plane going to Cebu City, and ride a public utility vehicle going to F. Cabahug St., Cebu. If you are from around the city, just ride a public utility vehicle and ask them to bring you to F. Cabahug St., Cebu.

BY CAR:  Navigate by Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Murals Hostel” in Cebu. Parking space is available. 

5. Maayong Hostel

A tropically designed hostel located at Moalboal, Cebu, Maayong Hostel offers bed spaces or rooms that every guest can enjoy together with the very near beach and different activities in the area.

Maayong Hostel was designed and constructed with the use of wood, bamboo, nipa, and other natural materials that compliments the tropical landscape of Moalboal. This hostel is aesthetically pleasing, giving the beach, provincial, and staycation vibes.

  • Photo from Maayong Hostel Facebook Page
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With the way the hostel rooms are designed, one can feel peaceful, relaxed, and astonished during their stay at this hostel. Other than the design, this hostel also serves clean rooms, comfortable beds, and accommodating service, all for an affordable price.

Maayong Hostel also serves foods and drinks that guests and other travelers near the beach can enjoy and savor. Together with the great location, cozy hostel rooms, great food, and great company, this hostel is definitely a top choice when travelling around Moalboal. Maayong Hostel is surely a satisfying and worthwhile stay that you should consider for your next trip around Cebu.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • A Bed in a 12-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱500 /night
  • Native Fan Bungalow: ₱1,300 /night, goof for 2 pax
  • Airconditioned Bungalow: ₱1,500 /night, goof for 2 pax

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Panagsama Beach, Moalboal, Southern Cebu — 3-4 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: Find your way to Cebu South Bus Terminal. From the bus terminal, ride a bus bound for Bato-Barili. Travel time takes about 2.5 – 4 hours depending on the traffic in the city.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Panagsama Beach Resort” in Moalboal, Cebu. Parking space is available upon arrival.

8 Underrated Coffee Shops in Cebu You Must Try

Ram Mancelita
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8 Underrated Coffee Shops in Cebu You Must Try

Coffee is a drink that most people love to sip in the morning, on a cold afternoon, on a hot day, or pretty much anytime of the day and anywhere. With coffee being so popular, a lot of coffee shops opened and grabbed the opportunity to serve coffee and different side meals that coffee lovers would never neglect.

Photo from The Good Cup Coffee Facebook Page

Around Cebu City, there are a lot of coffee shops that serve quality coffee together with delicious daily meals and snacks. From pasta, cakes, muffins, bread, pastries, croissants, rice meals, and many more, these coffee shops have it all. If before, coffee shops only served coffee and some cakes, now, they are like a hybrid of a café and a restaurant.

From hundreds of coffee shops, we’ve narrowed it down to eight of the most underrated coffee shops in Cebu that every coffee lover should pay a visit to at least once in their life.

Let’s get on with the list!

1. 5G Coffee House

5G Coffee House offers different selections of café drinks and one of the best croissants around Cebu. This business was established by a 21-year-old, who started the 5G Coffee House out of mere interest.

5G Coffee House is a cozy place, with wooden dining areas and a pour-over bar, allowing the guests to interact with each other and comfortably enjoy their drinks and food. The coffee house’s specialty is their croissants, in which they reinvented the classic French pastry by incorporating different modern and widely loved flavor combinations into it.

Through 5G Coffee House, croissants became an accessible comfort binge around Cebu, together with their delicious caffeinated and decaffeinated drinks. Make sure to visit this underrated coffee shop in Cebu and get a taste of their special croissants, coffee, and milkshakes.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best sellers:

  • Legendary Croissant

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: 7k 2nd Street, San Antonio Village, Barangay Apas, Cebu City, Philippines- Approx. 15 minutes from the city.

BY BUS: Ride any PUJ or beeps that will pass by Brgy. Apas in Cebu City like 17B, 17D. Tell the driver to drop you off at San Antonio Village.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “5G Coffee House” in Apas. Parking space is available.

2. Akasya Café

Akasya Café is a coffee shop around Talisay Cebu that offers hot, iced, and blended drinks, mostly caffeinated, together with their different cakes, muffins, puff pastries, and paninis. One can be astonished by the minimalist look of the place, which gives a homey feeling and allows for comfortable dining.

This place has indoor and fresco seats, a selection of different drink flavors, and different cake, bread, or sandwich selections, that guests can choose from once they visit Akasya Café.

Some of their best-sellers are their drinks and their strawberry & cream croissant. With their affordable prices and Instagram-worthy location, drinks, and foods, Akasya Café is surely a great place to hang up with friends or enjoy some “me” time.

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  • Photo from Kyle Saporas via Akasya Cafe Facebook Page
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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best sellers:

  • Coffee
  • Strawberry & Cream Croissant

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Sangi Rd. Tabunok, Talisay City, Cebu, Philippines- Approx. 20 minutes from the city.
The Black Box, Pooc, Talisay City, Cebu, Philippines- Approx. 20 minutes from the city.

BY BUS: Ride any PUJ or beeps that will pass by Tabunok, Talisay City in Cebu like 17B, 17D. Tell the driver to drop you off at Tabunok, Sangi Road.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Akasya Cafe” in Cebu. Parking space is available.

3. Dragonfly Café

If you are looking for a place to have breakfast, lunch, pasta, gelato, baked goods, coffee, and many more, Dragonfly Café is a great place to visit around Cebu. Dragonfly Café offers a variety of blended coffee drinks, hot and iced lattes, caffeinated teas, non-coffee drinks, and different breakfast and lunch dishes.

This underrated coffee shop is located in Bonifacio District, Cebu, and the aesthetics of their place are minimalist with a great ambiance. The different foods that they serve are egg dishes, wraps, baked goods, finger foods, sandwiches, different pasta, and many more.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best sellers:

  • Blended coffee with Ferrero Rocher
  • Baked potato

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Bonifacio District, F. Cabahug St 6000, Cebu City, Philippines- Approx. 15 minutes from the city.

BY BUS: Ride any PUJ or beeps that will pass by Bonifacio District in Cebu like 17B, 17D. Tell the driver to drop you off at Bonifacio District.  

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Dragonfly Café” in Cebu. Parking space is available.

4. Commonly Uncommon

Commonly Uncommon Coffee is a coffee shop located at Crossroads Mall in Cebu City and offers a variety of caffeinated drinks, cold brew, non-coffee, main dishes, pasta, bread, and tea from Hong Kong and Melbourne.

This coffee shop, owned by a coffee connoisseur, serves quality coffee drinks, and different dishes that will surely satisfy its customers. The aesthetic of the coffee shop’s interior is industrial design, like an unfinished building, with steel, wood, and concrete, and everything in black and white tones.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best sellers:

  • Summer Aglio Olio

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Crossroads Mall, Gov M Cuenco, Banilad 6000, Cebu City, Philippines- Approx. 10 minutes from the city.

BY BUS: Ride any PUJ or beeps that will pass by Crossroads Mall in Cebu like 17B, 17D. Tell the driver to drop you off at Crossroads Mall.  

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Commonly Uncommon” in Cebu. Parking space is available.

5. Good Cup Coffee

Freshly brewed coffee and different bread, cakes, and pastries are just some of the products that Good Cup Coffee offers. This place is more popular for selling packed fresh coffee beans and mixes that a customer can brew himself.

They started as a brick-and-mortar café, but as the pandemic changed a lot of things, they switched to online selling of their fresh coffee beans from all over the world and their different coffee products. Through Good Cup Coffee, one can enjoy a café-style coffee and brew it himself, together with all the instructions and hands-on selling of the shop.

Right from buying, unboxing, and after-sales, Good Cup Coffee engages with its customers so that they can experience the best-tasting coffee that they ordered.

On the other hand, their café has a very minimalistic and clean design that provides a cozy and pleasing aesthetic. Their cups and spoons have unique embellishments, and the coffee that they serve is different from the other coffee shops. A visit to the Good Cup Coffee will undoubtedly be enjoyable due to the wonderful ambiance and delectable coffee.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best sellers:

  • Brazil Cerrado
  • Sweet Dreams Espresso Blend- Decaf
  • Philippines BACOFA Honey
  • Daily Driver- All-Year Blend

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Ramos Street 6000, Cebu City, Philippines- Approx. 5 minutes from the city.

BY BUS: Ride any PUJ or beeps that will pass by Ramos Street 6000 in Cebu like 17B, 17D. Tell the driver to drop you off at Ramos Street 6000.  

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Good Cup Coffee” in Cebu. Parking space is available.

6. Tightrope

Tightrope is a coffee shop that has two branches, one along F. Cabahug and the other at Velez Medical Arts. This coffee shop offers a variety of caffeinated drinks, non-coffee drinks, breakfast meals, pasta, side dishes, desserts, and main courses for lunch and dinner.

Tightrope has a minimalist aesthetic with black and white tones, wooden chairs, a pour-over counter, and both indoor and fresco seats. They serve quality, freshly brewed coffee, and their dishes are served beautifully, that goes well with their delicious taste.

A lot of customers stated that Tightrope has the best white cold brew in Cebu City, and their foods are just as delightful as their drinks. Together with the great space ambiance and delicious drinks and meals to order, Tightrope is surely an underrated café that deserves way more recognition.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best sellers:

  • Spanish Latte
  • White Cold Brew
  • Hibiscus Cold Brew
  • Beef Shortrib Sandwich

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: M. L. Quezon Avenue, F. Cabahug St, 6000, Cebu City, Philippines- Approx. 15 minutes from the city.

Velez Medical Arts, Cebu City, Philippines- Approx. 10 minutes from the city

BY BUS: Ride any PUJ or beeps that will pass by F. Cabahug in Cebu like 17B, 17D. Tell the driver to drop you off at F. Cabahug. The same direction for those who wants to go at the branch in Velez Medical Arts.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Tightrope Coffee” in Cebu. Choose among the two branches. Parking space is available.

7. Third Wave Coffee

Third Wave Coffee serves high-quality coffee, roasted lightly and brewed carefully to give the coffee its distinct flavor.

Supporting the third-wave coffee movement, this café serves a variety of espressos, cold brew, non-coffee drinks, different snacks, and salads. Third Wave Coffee also sells manual brewing coffee packs, twin cups, combo snacks, merchandise, and coffee art packages.

This coffee shop has two locations: one on the mezzanine floor of the Car Bar on Acacia St., Gorordo Avenue, and one in Kasambangan, Cebu. The aesthetic of the place is very industrialized, using brick and concrete materials, with coffee and earthy tones.

This café serves one of the best coffees in Cebu City, and they support a lot of organizations and movements, which makes the coffee shop quite special. Enjoy the amazing ambiance, good food, and high-quality coffee at Third Wave Coffee. This place is a must-visit, and you should not miss what this underrated café offers.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best sellers:

  • Hot brew coffee
  • Cold brew coffee

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Mezzanine floor inside the Car Bar, Mariposa corner, Acacia St. Gorordo Avenue, 6000, Cebu City, Philippines- Approx. 15 minutes from the city

417 Gen. Lim St., Inside Bikes & Brews Shop, Kasambangan Cebu City, Philippines-Approx. 15 minutes from the city

BY BUS: Ride any PUJ or beeps that will pass by Mezzanine Floor in Cebu like 17B, 17D. Tell the driver to drop you off at Mezzanine Floor. The same direction for those who wants to go at the branch in Kasambangan.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Third Wave Coffee” in Cebu. Choose among the two branches. Parking space is available.

8. 32 Umber Café & Co.

 Supporting the worldwide movement, #stopbadcoffee, 32 Umber Café & Co. is committed to serving quality coffee and different desserts that pair well together. This café offers a variety of black coffee, white coffee, cold brews, non-coffee drinks, desserts, and some savory dishes.

The aesthetic of the place is pleasing black, yellow, and brick tones that give a cool and cozy ambiance. 32 Umber Café & Co. also delivers different bottled beverages and bundles. Furthermore, they have certain selections for vegan customers so that they can also enjoy the other meals that the café offers.

Together with freshly brewed coffee and a sweet dessert, one can surely be satisfied once they visit this café. 32 Umber café is an underrated coffee shop that every coffee lover should visit to enjoy quality coffee and delicious dining.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best sellers:

  • Espresso Milkshake
  • Apple pie
  • Milky way
  • Trix bar
  • Three-cheese sandwich

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: The Forum Arcade (beside Grand Convention), Archbishop Reyes Ave, Cebu City, Philippines- Approx. 10 minutes from the city

BY BUS: Ride any PUJ or beeps that will pass by The Forum Arcade in Cebu like 17B, 17D. Tell the driver to drop you off at The Forum Arcade.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “32 Umber Coffee & Co.” in Cebu. Parking space is available.

Meet: 10 Successful Cebuano Entrepreneurs

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Meet: 10 Successful Cebuano Entrepreneurs

Success is a term that cannot be defined easily simply because its definition may differ from one person to another. For example, my friend believes that success is when you get to relax in a house somewhere in the province far away from the city life. Another friend of mine sees success as having the luxury to buy whatever you want.

All of us want to be successful, yet we have our own definition to what it is. Here, however, is a list of Cebuano entrepreneurs who hit most definitions of successful among the masses. Hopefully, these people will be an inspiration for young entrepreneurs who have big dreams.

1. Kenneth Cobonpue

  • Filipino Industrial Designer
  • Founder of KennethCobonpue Brand
  • Rattan’s First Virtuoso by Time Magazine, 2006
  • Designer of the Year Award from 1st Edition of Maison et Objet Asia, Singapore, 2014

Kenneth Cobonpue is a multi-awarded furniture designer and manufacturer from Cebu, Philippines. His passage to design began in 1987, studying Industrial Design at the Pratt Institute in New York. While completing his studies, he apprenticed for a leather and wood workshop near Florence, Italy. He went on to study Furniture Marketing and Production at the Export-Akademie Baden-Württemberg in Reutlingen, Germany, under a private and state scholarship program, and subsequently worked in Bielefeld and Munich.

Awards to his credit include five (5) Japan Good Design Awards, the grand prize at Singapore International Design Competition, the Design for Asia Award of Hong Kong, the American Society of Interior Design Top Pick selection and the French Coup de Coeur award. Several of his designs were selected for several editions of the International Design Yearbook published in London and New York. Phaidon’s book entitled “& FORK” underscores Kenneth’s position as a leader of a new movement incorporating new technologies with crafts. In 2007, TIME magazine called him “rattan’s first virtuoso.” Kenneth was named the Designer of the Year in the first edition of Maison et Objet Asia held in March 2014 in Singapore.

Kenneth reveals new work each year in design shows from Milan to New York, and he speaks regularly about design all over the world. He has also appeared in European television and in countless international magazines and newspapers around the world. Various Cobonpue designs have also appeared in full-length feature films and television, such as Oceans 13 and CSI.

2. Justin Uy

  • Founder of Profood International Corp.
  • Owner of JPark Island Resort and Waterpark
  • Founder of J Centre Mall

Cebuano entrepreneur Justin Uy is known as the Philippines’ Mango King being the organizer of one of the best Filipino food trading company today, Profood International Inc.

Profood sells dried/processed fruits, including juices, in local and international markets across 54 countries. Its core product is dried mangoes, which has been expanding in the global market year on year.

Justin Uy also owns the 5-star Jpark Island Resort and Waterpark in Mactan Island and J Centre Mall in Mandaue City.

The 59-year-old businessman shared his four values in life: time, family, knowledge and value for money.

3. Jose “Joe” Soberano III

  • Cebu Landmasters Inc. Chairman, President, and CEO
  • Senior Division Manager at Ayala Land
  • Vice-President of Cebu Holdings
  • Chairman of the Board at the Center for Industrial Technology and Enterprise (CITE)

Joe Soberano leads Cebu Landmasters, Inc. as its Chairman and CEO.

Prior to establishing Cebu Landmasters in 2003, he worked for the Ayala Group of Companies for over 23 years. His experience included various stints with Ayala Investment, Bank of the Philippine Islands and Ayala Land, Inc. He was part of the pioneering group that established Cebu Holdings, the Ayala Land subsidiary in Cebu City, where he led various vertical and horizontal developments, and played an integral part in the development of both the Cebu Business Park and Cebu IT Park – urban redevelopments that have proven vital to Cebu’s economic present and future.

He rose through the ranks to become Senior Division Manager at Ayala Land and Vice-President of Cebu Holdings. Joe brings not only his extensive Real Estate Development experience to Cebu Landmasters, but also his passion to positively impact cities and communities through masterfully-planned and executed developments.

Joe also recognizes his role as a member of the Cebuano community. He has served as president of the Rotary Club of Cebu, president of the Chamber of Real Estate Builders Association (CREBA), and is currently the Chairman of the Board at the Center for Industrial Technology and Enterprise (CITE), a socially oriented institution that offers technical training to less privileged youth.

Joe graduated with an AB Economics Degree from the Ateneo de Manila University in 1976, and completed the Strategic Business Economics Program (SBEP) at the University of Asia and the Pacific. In July 2015, he became an alumnus of the Harvard University Graduate School of Design after completing the Advanced Management Development Program in Real Estate.

5. John Gokongwei

  • JG Summit Holdings Founder
  • Universal Robina Corporation Founder
  • Cebu Pacific Air Owner
  • Digital Telecommunications Philippines Founder

John Robinson Lim Gokongwei Jr. was a Filipino, Cebuano billionaire businessman and philanthropist. He had holdings in telecommunications, financial services, petrochemicals, power generation, aviation, food, beverage, and livestock farming.

In the early 1950s, along with his brothers and sisters who returned from China, he started to import cigarettes and whiskey too. By 1957, seeing that trading would always have low margins and would always be dependent on government policies, the family concern shifted towards manufacturing. With a loan of 500 thousand pesos from Albino Sycip, then chairman of China Bank, and Dee K. Chiong, he started a corn milling plant producing glucose and corn starch. The company was named Universal Corn Products (which later evolved into Universal Robina Corporation). San Miguel Corporation was a big customer of theirs.

In 1961, he established Consolidated Food Corporation (later known as CFC Corporation, which later merged with Universal Robina Corporation) launched its instant coffee brand Blend 45.

In 1977, Gokongwei earned his MBA from De La Salle University. A decade later, he attended a 14-week advanced management program at Harvard.

In November 1990, Gokongwei incorporated JG Summit Holdings as his publicly-listed holding company. In March 1996, Cebu Pacific Air began operations. In 2010, the airline underwent major refleeting with a $3 billion order with Airbus. From 2003, his telecom company Digital Telecommunications Philippines spent nearly $800 million for its mobile carrier, Sun Cellular which is the 3rd largest mobile operator in the Philippines at that time before selling to the PLDT group for $1.7 billion. He attempted a $1 billion takeover of United Industrial Corporation Ltd (UIC), a property giant from Singapore of which he owned in excess of 30%. UIC controls Singapore Land, one of the biggest property landlords in Singapore.

In 2013, his company bought the stake of San Miguel Corporation in MERALCO, the largest power distributor in the country, for close to $1.8 billion. In July 2014, Universal Robina acquired Griffin’s Foods from Pacific Equity Partners, a New Zealand food company for $609 million.
He also owned Robinsons Retail Holdings, Inc. and Robinsons Land Corporation.

The Gokongwei family controls over $20 billion of combined market capitalization for all the companies they own.

In February 2008, Forbes Asia magazine’s first Heroes of Philanthropy list included four Filipinos – Gokongwei, Jaime Zobel de Ayala, Ramón del Rosario Jr. and Oscar López. The list was composed of four philanthropists each from 13 selected countries and territories in Asia.

5. Michel Lhuillier

  • M Lhuillier Group of Companies Founder and Chairman
  • Cebu Provincial Sports Commission Chairman
  • Honorary consul of France in Cebu
  • Cebu Safari Adventure and Adventure Park Founder

Founder and chairman of the M Lhuillier Group of Companies, Michael Lhuillier is known as the country’s ‘Pawnshop King’.

Aside from his popular pawnshop business, the French-born Cebuano businessman also owns other business in various industries such as food and beverage, tourism, financial services, retail, and real estate, among others.

Lhuillier is the owner of the famous French restaurant La Vie Parisienne in Lahug, the world-class Cebu Safari Adventure and Adventure Park in Carmen, a beach resort in Sogod, among others.

6. Frank Gaisano

  • Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc. (MRSGI) Chairman and CEO
  • AB Capital and Investment Chairman
  • Pacific Mall Corporation Chairman
  • Vicsal Investment, Inc Chairman
  • Taft Property, Filipino Fund, Inc. Director

Frank S. Gaisano is the Chairman and CEO of the Metro Retail Stores Group, Inc. (MRSGI). Before his appointment, he served as the company’s Director from 2003 to 2011.

As Chief Executive Officer, Gaisano is widely recognized as one of the country’s innovative and forward-looking leaders in the retail industry.

Concurrently, Gaisano sits as chairman of the boards of AB Capital and Investment, Pacific Mall Corporation, and Vicsal Investment, Inc.  He also holds director posts for Vicsal Development Corporation, Taft Property, Filipino Fund, Inc., Taft Punta Engaño Property, Inc., and Direct Model Holdings, Inc.  

He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the Cebu Institute of Technology, and has completed several courses at the Institute of Corporate Directors.

7. Augusto Go

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  • University of Cebu Founder and President
  • Toyota Cebu City Chairman
  • Board of Aspac Rural Bank Inc. Chairman
  • Cebu Central Realty Corp. Chairman

Augusto Go, president of the University of Cebu (UC), kept this thought in mind and succeeded by combining business and education in his own radical way.

In 1964, Go created a balance between business and education by starting UC, believing that the quality of Philippine education is on a decline. He rendered UC a student-friendly school by providing numerous teaching aids, computers, and speech labs for its students.

Go’s University of Cebu is now the country’s largest private university with more than 50,000 students in over 44 campuses, who basically helps Go run his hospital business, UC Medical.

Go is also the president of Cebu Eastern College. He is chairman of the board of the College of Technological Sciences-Cebu and a member of the board of Sacred Heart School-Jesuits as well.

In addition, he chairs Aspac Rural Bank Inc., Cebu Central Realty Corp. (Elizabeth Mall), Cebu Coliseum Complex Inc., Metro Ferry Inc., Visayan Surety and Insurance Corp., and AWG Development Corp.; and is a member of the board of directors of Salcon Power Corp., Hyundai Cebu Inc., Chong Hua Hospital/Asociacion Benevola de Cebu, and East West Banking Corp.

8. Erramon Aboitiz

  • Aboitiz Equity Ventures Chief Executive
  • #48 in Forbe’s 2017 Philippines 50 Richest Net Worth
  • Entrepreneur of the Year 2011 by SGV Foundation

Erramon Isidro Aboitiz is a Philippine businessperson who has been at the head of 36 different companies and currently is Chairman for Lima Enerzone Corp., Chairman at CRH Aboitiz Holdings, Inc., Chairman at Abovant Holdings, Inc., Chairman at San Fernando Electric Light & Power Co., Inc., Chairman for Manila Oslo Renewable Enterprises, Inc., Chairman of Mactan Enerzone Corp., Chairman at Aboitiz Infracapital, Inc., President & Chief Executive Officer at Aboitiz Group, Chairman at Subic Enerzone Corp., Chairman at AboitizPower International Pte Ltd., Chairman for Aseagas Corp., Chairman of Aboitiz Power Corp., Chairman for Balamban Enerzone Corp., Chairman for AboitizLand, Inc., Chairman at Lima Utilities Corp., Chairman of SN Aboitiz Power-Magat, Inc., Chairman of SN Aboitiz Power-Benguet, Inc. and President, Chief Executive Officer & Director at Aboitiz & Co., Inc.

He is also Chairman of Aboitiz Foundation, Inc. and on the board of 19 other companies.

In the past Mr. Aboitiz held the position of Chairman for Davao Light & Power Co., Inc., Chairman for Cotabato Light & Power Co., Inc., Chairman at East Asia Utilities Corp., Chairman at Cebu Private Power Corp., Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at Hedcor, Inc., Chairman of Therma Mobile, Inc., Chairman of Aboitiz Energy Solutions, Inc., Chairman for Therma Marine, Inc., Chairman of Aboitiz Renewables, Inc., Chairman of Therma Luzon, Inc. and Chairman at Therma South, Inc.

He received an undergraduate degree from Gonzaga University.

9. Bunny Pages

  • Founder & CEO of Pages Holdings, Inc. which owns House of Lechon, Mooon Cafe, Thirsty, Top of Cebu, Sushi Boy, Lantaw Native Restaurant, Taters, among others.
  • 2015 Grand Chamber’s Entrepreneur of the Year

Bunny is one of Cebu’s most successful entrepreneurs. He was selected as the Entrepreneur of the Year in 2015 by the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He also received the Outstanding Cebuano Award from the Cebu Association of Media Practitioners, Inc. in 2018.

As chairman and CEO of the Pages Group, he maintains a growth mindset and encourages his children and staff to innovate, learn from mistakes, and thrive. He is a productivity powerhouse who makes sure he closes open loops as soon as he can. He is the group’s No. 1 salesman, never failing to put customers’ needs first. That number on every Thirsty cup? Text or call it and Bunny would be at your service.

10. Jay Aldeguer

  • The Islands Group Founder and Chairman
  • Our Islands Foundation Founder
  • “The Outstanding Young Men” (TOYM) award
  • International Young Design Entrepreneur of the Year

Known as Cebu’s “souvenir virtuoso,” Jay Aldeguer is considered as one of Cebu’s most creative and innovative entrepreneurs. To this day, the founder and chairman of “The Islands Group” continues to introduce fresh and exciting ideas and encourages people to think and act global.

After a backpacking trip in Europe, he came up with the idea for Island Souvenirs. Introduced in early 1992, Island Souvenirs completely revolutionized the way souvenirs are presented. Today, the most awarded retail concept in the Philippines continues to dominate the souvenir industry.

Learn more about him at TBP Podcast: http://thebigpicture.ph/episode44/

5 #Aesthetic Accommodations in Cebu

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5 #Aesthetic Accommodations in Cebu

With everybody doing a lot and everything moving at a fast pace, a very much-needed vacation to slow things down and rejuvenate is what most people are looking for.

A quick escape could do so much that there are already a lot of stays available in different provinces around the country. A single night or two in a different environment, being in touch with nature, and moving away from the chaotic and loud noises of the city can easily recharge a person and relieve his worries which can be very useful when facing different life challenges.

While considering a peaceful and relaxing stay, most vacationers also look at the whole aesthetic of a place, determining whether they would be amazed and astonished by the magical places available in the rural areas of our country.

Photo from 150 Peakway Mountain Resort Facebook Page

Around Cebu, there are a lot of vacation home rentals that will allow the guests to be in touch with nature and have a peaceful and relaxing stay. From the get-go, it may sound like they are all the same, but each place offers different experiences that everyone might want to experience at certain points in their life.

Now, let’s dive into the 5 aesthetic stays that you can visit in Cebu.

1. Treehouse de Valentine

A magical, peaceful, and great place to rejuvenate. That is how guests describe the beauty of Treehouse de Valentine. This place offers vacation home rentals, located in a secluded paradise, near tons of trees and a river. Treehouse de Valentine has their home rentals made from wood, bamboo, and other materials that will keep you in touch with nature. They also have a geodesic dome, ratan hammocks, a swimming pool, a private jacuzzi, and many more amenities that will let you escape from the hustle of the city. The aesthetic of the place is staying true to its core, providing a touch of nature in every piece that meets your eye. Because almost all of the pieces around Treehouse de Valentine are in the earthy color palette that gives the feeling of nature, everything is cohesive and pleasing to the eyes. The most popular activities enjoyed by guests around the place are swimming, rock-jumping, and enjoying the home, peaceful environment, and the beauty of the whole Treehouse de Valentine.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • Treehouse de Valentine 1: Good for 8 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱1000/pax (13 years old and up), ₱500/pax (3-12 years old). Maximum of 12 pax. 3 open layout bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, wooden bathtub, kitchen, dining, living area and natural river pool.
    • Check in: 3 PM Check out: 11 AM
    • Mon-Thur: ₱12,000 per night with free breakfast
    • Fri-Sun & Holidays: ₱15,000 per night with free breakfast
    • December Holidays: ₱25,000 per night with free breakfast
  • Treehouse de Valentine 2: Good for 5 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱1000/pax (13 years old and up), ₱500/pax (3-12 years old). Maximum of 8 pax. 1 bedroom + living area, outdoor jacuzzi, bathroom, outdoor shower, outdoor kitchen and dining, and access to river.
    • Check in: 2 PM Check out: 10 AM
    • Mon-Thur: ₱8,000 per night with free breakfast
    • Fri-Sun & Holidays: ₱10,000 per night with free breakfast
    • December Holidays: ₱20,000 per night with free breakfast
  • Dome de Valentine: Good for 10 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱1000/pax (13 years old and up), ₱500/pax (3-12 years old). Maximum of 15 pax. 4 open layout airconditioned bedrooms, living area, indoor dining, outdoor dining, fully equipped outdoor kitchen, indoor and outdoor toilet and shower, and own swimming pool.
    • Mon-Thur: ₱15,000 per night with free breakfast
    • Fri-Sun & Holidays: ₱17,000 per night with free breakfast
    • December Holidays: ₱25,000 per night with free breakfast

AMENITIES:

  • Property access including all three bedspaces, the balcony, the living room, the parking lot, the riverside patio, and the river.
  • Appliances
    • stove with oven
    • refrigerator
    • rice cooker
    • microwave oven
    • electric kettle
    • coffee maker
    • induction cooker
    • bread toaster
    • flat iron
    • hair dryer
    • shower heater
    • smart television (guests may connect to Netflix/internet)
    • Dyson electric fans
    • mineral water dispenser
    • mosquito repellent lamp
    • charcoal grill
  • Kitchenware
    • plates and bowls
    • cups and saucers
    • spoons, forks, knives, teaspoons
    • drinking glasses and wine glasses
    • cooking ladles
    • kitchen knife and scissors
    • chopping board
    • bottle opener
    • salt, pepper, other condiments
  • Other Necessities
    • extension cords
    • adaptors
    • emergency light
    • hangers
    • basic toiletries, towels, beddings
    • slippers
    • bug killer lamp
    • bug repellent spray
  • Other Services Provided
    • On-site manager can arrange personal trip to the supermarket/grocery store.
    • More meals outside the free breakfast options may be provided at added costs.
    • There’s a specific area within the property for BBQ.
    • Select drinks and other goods are available at the reception.
    • Laundry services are provided at added costs.
    • Bins are emptied out daily; beds are made daily, linens and towels changed as required.
    • Reception is available 24/7; CCTV coverage is provided for security.
    • In case of blackout, there is a property-owned generator for backup.
    • On-site manager can arrange for a guided trips around the vicinity, as well as take you to local restaurants and tourist spots.
    • 2 small pets are allowed.

PRE-CHECK-IN REQUIREMENTS

  • Complete names of all guests checking-in
  • Valid ID of each guest
  • All guests are going to sign a waiver of non-liability upon arrival
  • Security deposit of ₱2,000, fully refundable if no damage incurred during the stay

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Barangay Hingatmonan, Balamban, Cebu City, Philippines – approx. 2 hours away from the city.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: If you are from Luzon or Mindanao, ride a bus, ferry, or plane going to Cebu City, and ride a public utility vehicle going to Brgy. Hingatmonan, Balamban. If you are from around the city, just ride a public utility vehicle and ask them to bring you to Treehouse de Valentine. Most drivers and conductors are familiar with the place, so it won’t be difficult to go to TdV.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Treehouse de Valentine” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.

2. 150 Peakway

If you are looking for a peaceful and astonishing mountain retreat, 150 Peakway is a place you should pay a visit to. They offer dome suites placed in locations with the perfect view of the mountains and rock formations around Osmena peak. 150 Peakway offers outdoor dome living with an outdoor tub, a lounge, and dining areas. Together with the exclusive amenities, they also have a swimming pool, a jacuzzi, and a fire pit that you can enjoy while gazing at nature and the mountains. Furthermore, they also have villas and an in-house restaurant that provides great food and a quality customer service. 150 Peakway is a perfect place if you want to escape the loud noises of the city and just enjoy a breezy day with your coffee and favorite book while enjoying the peaceful and serene touch of nature. This place is a perfect mountain retreat, especially for those who love hiking and staying at great heights.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • Check in: 3 PM Check out: 11 AM
  • Glamping Tents: Good for 4 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱1500/pax (13 years old and up), ₱1000/pax (4-12 years old).
    • Mon-Thur: ₱5,000 per night with free breakfast
    • Fri-Sun & Holidays: ₱6,000 per night with free breakfast
  • Suite: Good for 4 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱1000/pax (13 years old and up), ₱500/pax (4-12 years old).
    • Mon-Thur: ₱6,000 per night with free breakfast
    • Fri-Sun & Holidays: ₱7,000 per night with free breakfast
  • Dome: Good for 4 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱1000/pax (13 years old and up), ₱500/pax (4-12 years old).
    • Mon-Thur: ₱8,000 per night with free breakfast
    • Fri-Sun & Holidays: ₱10,000 per night with free breakfast
  • Two Bedroom Villa: Good for 8 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱1000/pax (13 years old and up), ₱500/pax (4-12 years old).
    • Mon-Thur: ₱12,000 per night with free breakfast
    • Fri-Sun & Holidays: ₱15,000 per night with free breakfast

AMENITIES:

  • Pool
  • Jacuzzi
  • Sauna
  • Body Massage
  • Restaurant
  • Karaoke
  • Campfire
  • Tram
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Free Breakfast
  • Other Services Provided
    • 2 small pets allowed

PRE-CHECK-IN REQUIREMENTS

  • Security deposit of ₱2,000, fully refundable if no damage incurred during the stay

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Private – Mantalongon Road, Dalaguete, Cebu City, Philippines– approx. 3 hours away from the city.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: If you are from Luzon or Mindanao, ride a bus, ferry, or plane going to Cebu City, and ride a public utility vehicle going to Dalaguete, Cebu City, 150 Peakway. If you are from around the city, just ride a public utility vehicle and ask them to bring you to 150 Peakway.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “150 Peakway” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.

3. Robin’s Nesto

Robin’s Nesto is a vacation home rental facility, located at Sogod, Cebu, with a beach front. For beach lovers, this home rental is a great place to visit for its beautiful hut-inspired homes, infinity pool, beach front, and Bali-inspired amenities. Robin’s Nesto is good for solo stays, couples, groups, or families, and is a great place to have a quick reset from your busy schedule. The nature, pool, and beach will leave every guest in awe and allow them to unwind and relieve their worries for the moment they’re at Robin’s Nesto. The aesthetic of the place provides Bali-inspired decorations, huts, pools, and many more. The cozy deck and comfortable homes will clear your mind and allow you to enjoy the vacation that you deserve. The whole place is filled with earthy colors, that boost the nature vibe that Robin’s Nesto is going for. Most of the materials used for homes, decorations, and furniture are wood, bamboo, and natural materials that give a homey and nature feels.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • Check in: 3 PM Check out: 12 NN
  • Main A frame hut: ₱8,000, good for 6 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱500/pax, excess heads on top of 6 pax need to bring their own towels
  • Main hut (Aircon) + Second A frame hut (Fan room): ₱9,500, good for 9 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱500/pax, excess heads on top of 6 pax need to bring their own towels
  • Main hut (aircon) + second A frame hut (fan room) + open treehouse (fan room): ₱12,500, good for 15 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱500/pax, excess heads on top of 6 pax need to bring their own towels

RENTAL RATES:

  • Inflatable stand up paddle – 500 whole day
  • 1 hour oil massage – 300
  • Small Fishing boat – 500 whole day
  • Bon fire – 150

AMENITIES:

  • Exclusive use of the entire 1000 sqm beach property, excluding treehouse and fan room A frame hut as you need to rent it separately.
  • Parking area is located at the neighboring gated lot with a P100 per overnight parking fee per car.
  • Use of A frame hut with attic, 2 queen beds, 1 single foam, and air conditioner that can accommodate up to 6 guests. Other hut is for excess heads.
  • Exclusive use of pool (spring water)
  • Outdoor shower
  • Garden restroom with open ceiling shower
  • Deck with loft net.
  • Free use of kitchen and dining area with stove, refrigerator, basic cookware, utensils, cups, floating tray, and plates.
  • Shower and toilet with 6 towels, soap, and shampoo.
  • Barbeque grill
  • Water gallon
  • Snorkels, beach shoes, and life jackets
  • Free WiFi with very good connection
  • 24-7 CCTV

GROUND RULES

  • No loud noises after 10pm.
  • No outsiders are allowed to enter. No diving on the pool.
  • Wear proper swimming attire
  • No smoking inside/near the hut, tent, dining, kitchen, and restroom.
  • Respect nature and Respect people who care for you.
  • No weapons and drugs.
  • Enjoy your stay to the fullest.
  • No outdoor slippers inside the deck and huts.
  • Pool will be closed at 10 pm for treatment
  • Dogs/cats are allowed for as long as you bring their cage for night time use and you register them during reservation. Unregistered pets are not allowed to enter our place. You can also rent our cage for overnight use at an affordable rate of 200 per night. Any damages or cleaning needed due to your pet will have to be paid.

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Panangatan, Barangay Bawo, Sogod, Cebu City, Philippines– approx. 2 hours away from the city.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: If you are from Luzon or Mindanao, ride a bus, ferry, or plane going to Cebu City, and ride a public utility vehicle going to Brgy. Bawo, Sogod, Robin’s Nesto. If you are from around the city, just ride a public utility vehicle and ask them to bring you to Robin’s Nesto.  

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Robin’s Nesto” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.

4. Greenland Cabins

Located in the middle of the woods are the private beauty and astonishing vacation rental homes by Greenland Cabins. Greenland Cabins offers vacation rental home services with a pool, outdoor showers, a cabana, hammocks, and outdoor scenery to explore. This place is great for adventurous people, and for those who are in deep need of a peaceful and nature-inspired weekend or vacation. The aesthetic of the place is very close to nature and homey as most of the materials used for the homes, cabanas and decorations are wood and bamboo, and other materials within the earthy color palette. Greenland Cabins is a great place to be in touch with nature, escape from the bustle of the city, and have a fun-but at the same time relaxing vacation. Greenland Cabins offers more than just a place to stay and a great location. They also have camping by the fire, foods you can have cooked for you, breakfast and drinks by the pool, a barbeque party, and much more. For a great woodsy and homey escape, Greenland Cabins is a place you should pay a visit.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

WHOLE PLACE RATE:

  • Check in: 2 PM Check out: 11 AM
  • Weekdays: ₱9,980, good for 8 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱400/pax. Maximum of 20 pax
  • Weekends & Holidays: ₱11,980, good for 8 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱400/pax. Maximum of 20 pax

AMENITIES:

  • Swimming Pool
  • 3 Maru (triangular) huts
  • 1 Leo (glamping) tent
  • Outdoor movie house
  • Bonfire area
  • Cabana
  • Outdoor bathroom
  • Charcoal grill
  • Dining area
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Breakfast counters
  • Hammocks
  • Camping ground for tents
  • Alfresco shower
  • Outdoor lounge
  • Towels and basic toiletries
  • Parking space
  • Free WiFi
  • Pets are allowed

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Road beside SM Consolacion right after Jackbel Inn, Consolacion, Northern Cebu – approx. 40 mins away from the city.

BY BUS: Ride any PUJ/PUB going to SM Consolacion. From there you can ride a tricycle or motorcycle to “The Greenland Cabins”.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “The Greenland Cabins” in Consolacion. Parking space is available.

5. Alhibe

At Alhibe, guests are greeted by a one-hectare farm that screams peace, beauty, and serenity. By renting a vacation home offered by Alhibe, one can experience an ideal provincial stay with the different activities and amenities that they include. Alhibe is a great place to stay at huts and glamping tents and enjoy the wooden deck, outdoor toilet and bath, outdoor dining, open-roof shower, camping, spring-fed pool, bonfire pit, hammock, swing, bird nesting, different farm activities, and many others. Furthermore, they have a covered bamboo deck, which is perfect for movie nights and other intimate events. Alhibe farm is perfect for those who want to experience life in the rural areas, have a peaceful and nature surrounded environment, and have a relaxing and satisfying vacation that can rejuvenate oneself. Take a walk over to the farm and forest at Alhibe and enjoy different farm and camping activities to escape and unwind from your exhausting schedule.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

WHOLE PLACE RATE:

  • Check in: 2 PM Check out: 11 AM
  • Weekdays: ₱10,500, good for 6 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱1350/pax (10 years old and up), ₱1150/pax (4-9 years old). Maximum of 20 pax. With free breakfast and dinner.
  • Weekends: ₱11,500, good for 6 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱1350/pax (10 years old and up), ₱1150/pax (4-9 years old). Maximum of 20 pax. With free breakfast and dinner.
  • Holidays: ₱12,000-₱13,000, good for 6 pax with extra headcount fee of ₱1350/pax (10 years old and up), ₱1150/pax (4-9 years old). Maximum of 20 pax. With free breakfast and dinner.

AMENITIES:

  • Exclusive & private use of the whole 1-hectare Farm
  • Gated parking slots (2) & street parking (up to 5)
  • Use of “Payag” Accommodation with 1bedroom, kitchen, dining area & T&B
  • Additional Bell Tents Accommodations for 3 or more Guests
  • Use of Linens, towels, soap, shampoo & conditioner
  • Use of Spring-Fed Pool
  • Use of outdoor showers & toilet
  • Use of Bonfire pit with 1-set of firewood
  • Use of the “Patag” for campsite & outdoor activities
  • Use of musical instruments, bluetooth speaker, reading books, board games & sports equipment
  • Use of “Bantawan”, a yoga deck & event deck in the mini-forest
  • Use of “Baktasan”, a forest trail walk
  • Use of “Kaduyanan”, hammock area
  • Use of Alhibé Swing & Bird’s Nest seating
  • A souvenir plant/s upon checkout
  • In-house 24/7 Farm Staff
  • Night guard (Thursdays to Tuesdays)

OTHER AMENITIES WITH ADD-ON RATES

  • Movie Night Setup at the Patag or Bantawan
  • Use of PA & sound system

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Sito Baucan, Brgy. Sac-on, Carmen, Northern Cebu — at the back of the Cebu Safari & Adventure Park.

NOTE: Again, walk-ins are NOT allowed. Make sure to book a reservation first using the links provided above.

RENT A CAR: The farm offers air-conditioned Van Transportation as per availability with certain charges. You can also rent a car via SquadPH Travels.

BY CAR: Just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to Cebu Safari and Adventure Park. From there, ask around where you can find Alhibe Farm.

BY BUS: For commuting guests, a bus ride from the city’s North Terminal and getting off at Carmen Public Market is the easiest way. The farm is located in Barangay Sacon, 10km from the National Highway and is about a 30minute drive of uphills & downhills, river crossing & a single-lane rough road experience before arriving. There are no regular public transit system going to Barangay Sacon from the town proper, however Motorcycles for hire “habal-habal’’ are readily available for a P50 per head, minimum of 2 per trip. Most of the motorcycle drivers are familiar with the fenced farm, few meters from the MLhuillier’s Safari back gate going to Barangay Lanipga.

The aesthetics of the places that will be mentioned are magical, refreshing, and unwinding. One can stay at any of the places and say that they’ve never seen such beauty over a long time in the city.

Even those who are from the rural areas of the country are also amazed by these places, as they are built and designed beautifully, while still giving the natural touch that will keep everyone feeling the vacation that they deserve.

The nature and provincial feel will give every guest a clear mind, a peaceful soul, and a relaxed whole being. Together with great service, stay maintenance, a beautiful location, and vacation activities, one can surely feel renewed and worry-less after their stay in the different home rentals around the corners of Cebu.  

5 #Aesthetic Restaurants in Cebu

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5 #Aesthetic Restaurants in Cebu

A lot of restaurants these days are opening and serving something different from the facade, but on the inside, it is the same thing over and over again. More than the food, some restaurants focus more on the aesthetics of their places as it appeals to customers at a greater rate.

With them focusing on the aesthetic appeal of the restaurants, epicures, gourmets, gastronomes, gourmands, food bloggers, or foodies are tasting foods as if they came from a single place with a single recipe. On the other hand, certain restaurants around Cebu are providing unique, flavorful, and quality cuisine while at the same time giving the best aesthetic that will satisfy every guest’s eye and stomach.

Dine at Streetscape | Photo from Dine Facebook Page

From Filipino cuisine to Italian steak and French pastry, Cebu has it all. Whatever your cravings are for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Cebu restaurants can satisfy your tastebuds and fill your hungry stomach.

More than the great food you can get from the different restaurants in Cebu, the dining experience will leave you with nothing but awe. Each restaurant will give you a different feeling, but they have one thing in common, all of them are quite aesthetic. They provide gourmet comfort food that will satisfy not only your mouth and stomach but also your eyes. Together with the ambiance, beautiful location and scenery, flavorful foods, and refreshing beverages, these certain restaurants are places that every food lover should at least visit even once in their life.

Now, let’s dive into the 5 aesthetic restaurants around Cebu.

1. Fina at NuStar

Fina restaurant, located at NUSTAR Resort & Casino in Cebu City, serves authentic Filipino cuisine through casual and friendly dining. The name “Fina” is derived from the Filipino word ‘Filipiniana’. This restaurant is best known for taking its guests on a culinary journey while paying homage to the best and most well-known Philippine dishes.

Fina serves specialties from Cebu and other regions across the country. The aesthetic of Fina restaurant shows different locally designed elements that are cohesive with the welcoming touch and Filipino flair that the whole place aims for. Fina’s aesthetic is undeniably breathtaking and nationalistic, as she combines contemporary Filipino space with distinct Filipino pieces and culture. From the wall, ceiling, windows, and other pieces of furniture, Fina is without a doubt a restaurant that serves Filipino cuisine.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best sellers:

  • Bellychon
  • Angus Beef Tapa
  • Chorizo de Cebu

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Kawit Point, South Road Properties, Cebu City, Philippines – approx. 20 minutes away from the city.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: If you are from Luzon or Mindanao, ride a bus, ferry, or plane going to Cebu City, and ride a public utility vehicle going to Kawit Point, South Road Properties. If you are from around the city, just ride a public utility vehicle and ask them to bring you to NUSTAR resort and casino. Most drivers and conductors are familiar with the place, so it won’t be difficult to go to NUSTAR.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “NUSTAR Resort & Casino” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.

2. Dine at Streetscape

Dine is a restaurant that offers almost all sorts of breakfast and lunch dishes during the day and serves drinks and cocktails at night. Dine is a brunch and bar restaurant, and they serve sandwiches, burgers, rice bowls, different meat dishes, and many more. The place has a very beautiful ambiance, and its aesthetic is definitely Instagram-worthy. With the arches, plants, and contemporary design of the place, your eyes will be fully satisfied together with your stomach. If you are looking for warm music, good food, cold drinks, and quality service, Dine at Streetscape is a place you should never miss. If you are planning to book a reservation at Dine, message them through text and call as they don’t accept reservations online.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Streetscape, Paseo Saturnino Banilad, Cebu City, Philippines – approx. 15 minutes away from the city.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: If you are from Luzon or Mindanao, ride a bus, ferry, or plane going to Cebu City, and ride a public utility vehicle going to Paseo Saturnino Banilad. If you are from around the city, just ride a public utility vehicle and ask them to bring you to Streetscape Dine. Most drivers and conductors are familiar with the place, so it won’t be difficult to go to Dine at Streetscape.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Streetscape Dine” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.

3. IL Primo

If you are craving Italian cuisine and premium steak, or you want to try some Italian gourmet for the first time, Il Primo is a place you should pay a visit to in Cebu.

Il Primo, located at NUSTAR Resort & Casino in Cebu City, serves premium quality steak prepared using a specialized grill, the Josper grill, to optimally preserve the meat’s aroma, delicacy, and succulence. Il Primo means “the first”, as it is the first restaurant to welcome all the guests at NUSTAR Resort & Casino and it is also the first and only Italian steak house in Cebu City.

Il Primo takes pride in being one of the best at serving steak and Italian cuisine, giving the finest dining experience to its guests.

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Other than steak, Il Primo’s chef de cuisine, Chef Luca Angioletti, and his team, also serves a curated selection of authentic Italian cuisine that includes appetizers, salads, entrees, pasta, desserts, and signature beverages.

They also offer a fine dining experience during wine nights called Vino e Cibo: A Night of Italian Food, Wine, and Music, which costs Php 5,888.00 per person. The cozy atmosphere and cosmopolitan vibe of the establishment’s interior provide a luxurious aesthetic that perfectly corresponds to the whole ambiance of the restaurant.

With the restaurant’s main kitchen placed in the dining space, all the guests can see how their food is being prepared firsthand, which adds to the whole memorable dining experience. Other than the place, food presentation and taste, and top-quality food, this place is also famous for its attentive staff and very good customer service.

Il Primo combines authentic Italian and Filipino raw materials to create a cuisine that will tickle the tastebuds of its guests while also filling the eyes with the pleasing aesthetic that the place gives off.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Signature dishes:

  • Il Tagliere
  • NUSTAR Fettuccine
  • Ossobuco
  • Tiramisu

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Kawit Point, South Road Properties, Cebu City, Philippines – approx. 20 minutes away from the city.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: If you are from Luzon or Mindanao, ride a bus, ferry, or plane going to Cebu City, and ride a public utility vehicle going to Kawit Point, South Road Properties. If you are from around the city, just ride a public utility vehicle and ask them to bring you to NUSTAR resort and casino. Most drivers and conductors are familiar with the place, so it won’t be difficult to go to NUSTAR.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “NUSTAR Resort & Casino” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.

4. La Vie in the Sky

La Vie in the Sky is a French-inspired restaurant that serves different sorts of French bread and pastries, pizza, pasta, gelato, sausages, croquettes, and more.

This restaurant promotes self-service to provide a unique and personalized dining experience for the guests. Together with the personalized experience, the place gives the guests freedom to browse around the products, taking as much time as they need to decide which food they are craving at the moment. The restaurant is designed with different pieces and architecture inspired by French art and culture. Their dining areas are different but are also cohesively blended to create a visually appealing scene.

The restaurant’s overlooking city view gives an awe-inspiring environment that appeals to every guest that visits the place. La Vie in the Sky’s aesthetic is undeniably unique, breathtaking, and appealing, especially here in the Philippines, where French-inspired restaurants are not numerous.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Ceb Brgy. Busay, Cebu Transcentral Highway, Cebu City — along the road on the way to the popular Tops Lookout (20-30 minutes drive from JY Square Mall in Lahug, Cebu City)

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: If you are from Luzon or Mindanao, ride a bus, ferry, or plane going to Cebu City, and ride a public utility vehicle going to Brgy. Busay, Cebu Tops Road.

BY HABAL-HABAL: Hire a habal-habal driver (Motorcycle for hire) near JY Square Mall in Lahug, and inform him to drop you off at the said restaurant or at Tops Lookout Viewing Deck. Estimated fare is P100 per person (max of 2).

BY TAXI: Hiring a taxi cab is possible but that can be hefty. Most of them won’t give you a metered reading system – hence, they’ll be offering you an estimated fare in going there.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “NUSTAR Resort & Casino” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.

5. Mott 32

This world-known restaurant takes pride in unique tastes that were discovered globally. Flavors that are ethically sourced, organic, and have sustainable ingredients.

Being a modern Chinese restaurant, the chefs innovate dishes that are principally Cantonese, with some Beijing and Szechuan influences. It’s a bow down to culture and culinary tradition while embracing of the new cooking techniques.

Mott 32 recently opened at the upcoming premier 5-star integrated resort in Cebu City, NUSTAR Casino and Resort.

Their most popular dish is Apple Wood Roasted 42 Days Peking Duck and their array of dim sum options that are classic yet elevated in taste.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Menu:

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Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: NUSTAR Resort and Casino, Kawit Point, South Road Properties, Cebu City

BY BUS: Ride a bus to SM Seaside. From there, you can take a taxi to NUSTAR Resort and Casino.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “NUSTAR Resort and Casino” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.

PLDT to shut down all of its 3G Networks in 2023

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PLDT to shut down all of its 3G Networks in 2023

With the rise of mobile Internet usage via technology provided by broadband cellular networks, its stead improvement all over the years is quite noticeable. 5G is the standard technology for data Internet these days, but what to do with the outdated technologies such as 3G?

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The country’s largest telecommunications operator, PLDT, Inc., said during a press conference that it will stop providing third-generation (3G) network services by 2023.

“We want to maximize our frequencies with other technologies that we use,”

SAID PLDT NETWORK HEAD MARIO TAMAYO.

According to PLDT Chief Financial Officer Annabelle Chua, who cited data showing that less than 5% of devices are currently using 3G network, the closure of 3G is seen as a chance “to optimize our network.”

President and CEO of PLDT-Smart Alfredo Panlilio further noted that the market is “ready” for the 3G network’s shutdown and that only 4% of their subscribers were using it.

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In order to free up wireless airwaves, network providers “would prefer to get rid of obsolete legacy tech,” according to Ian Fogg, vice president of analysis at mobile analytics company Opensignal.

In most countries, turning off older masts makes more room for newer networks like 4G and 5G, and some 3G spectrum can also be used for 4G traffic.

Older devices that rely on 3G service, such as feature phones or “dumbphones,” as well as older smartphones, may lose network access, making it unable to make calls, send texts, or use a mobile data connection (through HSPA or HSPA+).

These phones might still be able to perform the aforementioned functions using a 2G network, but they might do so more slowly (mobile date via GPRS or EDGE).

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Once the 3G shutdown is implemented, devices older than the iPhone 5 or Samsung Galaxy S5 will be less capable.

Major telco players in the United States have already shut down their 3G networks as of January 1st of this year, and Philippine telco companies are expected to follow suit.

Switch to Watsons brand and Save big on your everyday essentials!

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Switch to Watsons brand and Save big on your everyday essentials!

Switch to Watsons brand and Save big on your everyday essentials!

Living well doesn’t mean having to spend big, and that’s exactly what customers can enjoy with Watsons own brand essentials!

The brand’s biggest and longest-running campaign, Switch and Save, encourages everyone to make the switch to Watsons brand essentials and enjoy up to 80% savings on top quality products. Watsons brand offers thousands of products covering all categories—from health essentials, personal care, skin care, baby care, paper goods and cotton, hair care, and more. Customers can be assured that all Watsons brand products are guaranteed to provide outstanding quality and effectiveness. Watsons is committed to providing only the best to their consumers because they know how customers depend on their products day in and day out, so all Watsons products are created with customer care and satisfaction at heart.

Did you know? Before a Watsons brand product makes it to store shelves, it goes through an extensive process to assure that it is top quality—from supplier selection, research and development, manufacturing, and post-market surveillance.

Last June 20, 2022, Watsons Philippines held the first Switch and Savers’ Shopping Spree in SM Megamall—the brand’s first in-person event in almost 3 years. In attendance were various KOLs and media personalities who all enjoyed a day of in-store shopping. Guests restocked their Watsons brand favorites—like the famous hand soaps and wet wipes—and discovered exciting new Watsons brand products that

they just had to add to their carts to check out!

Following the success of this event, Watsons Philippines has taken the Switch and Save shopping experience to Cebu! On August 26, the Watsons store in the UGL Seaview Wing of SM Seaside was decorated in red and white and Watsons Brand products were the highlight. Customers enjoyed shopping from a wide assortment of health and wellness essentials, baby products, personal care-must-haves, and more. Unique to the Cebu experience is the Swatch and Save booth, where shoppers can try various Watsons Brand products, take photos of their favorites at the Switch and Save photo booth, and post their picks in exchange for freebies and vouchers.

Another highlight of this event was that the first 500 Watsons Club members that shopped for the day were treated to a P500 gift voucher that they could use for a minimum spend of P800 worth of Watsons Brand products.

Here are just some best-loved products that shoppers added to their carts:

1. Watsons Vitamin E 6PLUS1 400IU CAP Watsons

₱70.5 SRP (PROMO: special offer of 6 capsules with 1 capsule for free)

Rich in antioxidants, and optimal for skin health

https://www.watsons.com.ph/vitamin-e-400iu-capsules/p/BP_10101309

2. Watsons Glutathione and Milk Thistle + Alpha Lipoic Acid 6+1 Capsules

₱300 SRP for 6+1

For fairer and glowing skin, take Watsons Gluthatione and Milk Thistle + Alpha Lipoic Acid daily!

https://www.watsons.com.ph/glutathione-and-milk-thistle-alpha-lipoic-acid-6-1-capsules/p/BP_10101318

3. Watsons Sodium Ascorbate + Zinc 1000g/35mg 1 Effervescent Tablets

₱197.75 SRP

This health essential gives your immune system a boost, protecting you from viruses and bacteria. Just drop one tablet in a glass of water and enjoy.

https://www.watsons.com.ph/sodium-ascorbate-zinc-1000g-35mg-1-effervescent-tablet/p/BP_50027638

4. Watsons Ascorbic Acid

₱63 SRP for 30 pieces, ₱3 SRP each

A must-have to keep the body healthy and strong.

https://www.watsons.com.ph/ascorbic-acid-500mg-1-tablet/p/BP_10096377

5. Watsons Vitamin B-Complex 100 mg/5mg/50mcg Tablet

₱4.75 SRP per piece

This product contains B-complex vitamins (Vitamin B1, B6, B12) that supports overall nerve health.

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Watsons handwashes has “moist active” formula, so your hands will never feel dry even with regular handwashing.

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Get rid of those stubborn blackheads and control oil production with Watsons Pore Strips—a worthy addition to your pampering skincare routines!

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A lightweight body lotion formulated with Vitamin C, Aloe Vera and Argan Oil to make skin healthy and radiant.

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Now open: Hong Kong’s Award-winning Mott 32 at NuStar

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Now open: Hong Kong’s Award-winning Mott 32 at NuStar

Cebu has become global in the tourism department and of course it is only right that the taste of Cebu goes the same path.

Photo from Mott 32 Cebu Facebook Page

International tastes are coming to Cebu, and not just any food but the best and most elevated ones. One of t is already creating excitement among food enthusiasts as it is not only the first in Cebu but the first in the Philippines, Mott 32.

Mott 32 is a globally-renowned Hong Kong modern Chinese restaurant. And when we say globally renowned, we mean it has a long list of awards that further solidifies its reputation of being one of the best restaurants in the world. 

Photo from Mott 32 Cebu Facebook Page

Mott 32 restaurant awards

  • Asia’s Top 100 Restaurants in 2019 and 2020
  • Readers’ Choice Award for Best New Restaurant
  • Readers’ Choice Award Best Interior Design
  • Best Restaurant by Hong Kong’s Tatler
  • South China Morning Post’s 100 Top Tables list from 2014 to 2020
  • World Interior of the Year in 2014 (winner)

The name Mott 32’s comes from 32 Mott Street in New York, the street where the first Chinese convenience store opened in 1891.

The chef behind Mott 32’s signature Cantonese cuisine—Executive Chef Lee Man Sing | Photo from Mott 32 Cebu Facebook Page

This world-known restaurant takes pride in unique tastes that were discovered globally. Flavors that are ethically sourced, organic, and have sustainable ingredients.

Being a modern Chinese restaurant, the chefs innovate dishes that are principally Cantonese, with some Beijing and Szechuan influences. It’s a bow down to culture and culinary tradition while embracing of the new cooking techniques.

On August 27, Mott 32 officially opened at the upcoming premier 5-star integrated resort in Cebu City, NUSTAR Casino and Resort.

Their most popular dish is Apple Wood Roasted 42 Days Peking Duck and their array of dim sum options that are classic yet elevated in taste.

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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best sellers: 

  • Forbidden Rose (signature cocktail)
  • Applewood Roasted Peking Duck
  • Barbecue Pluma Iberico Pork

Menu:

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Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: NUSTAR Resort and Casino, Kawit Point, South Road Properties, Cebu City

BY BUS: Ride a bus to SM Seaside. From there, you can take a taxi to NUSTAR Resort and Casino.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “NUSTAR Resort and Casino” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.

Soon to rise? Cebu-Bohol Expressway via CCLEX

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Soon to rise? Cebu-Bohol Expressway via CCLEX

Metro Pacific Investments Corp. (MPIC), chaired by Manuel V. Pangilinan, is currently looking at the possibility of building a bridge that will connect Cordova, Cebu to Bohol.

This is after Gov. Gwen Garcia reportedly asked Pangilinan to consider the idea of building a bridge from Cordova to Bohol.

Cebu-Cordova Express Link Render

BREAKING THE NEWS

The development was announced by Allan Alfon, president of Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway Corp. (CCLEC), a subsidiary of MPTC.

In a webinar hosted by Cebu-based newspaper The Freeman entitled “Building Back Better,” Alfon said that the Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) is now examining the probability of the project.

“Feasibility study is ongoing,”

HE REITERATED.

The company is considering to bid for the Cebu-Bohol bridge, which will link the two islands via Cordova or Olango Island and Getafe, a municipality in northern part of Bohol.

Photo from Bohol Chronicle Website

STILL IN ANALYSIS

However, according to Pangilinan, they still have to ensure that the project is a practical decision, considering that the project could cost around ₱90 billion.

“That’s a ₱90-billion project. The key there is really financing of it because it’s a very big project for us,” Pangilinan said. “I think we have to find out first how we’re going to finance it. There is some chance that financing could be raised for the feasibility study.”

Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. (MPTC) President Rodrigo E. Franco mentioned that his office will look into the project and see how it can be commercially feasible for the group.

“Viability is the issue because the project cost is high. We’re looking for ways to make that viable. If there are ways in the financing side to make it viable, we will look at it,”

FRANCO SAID.

Both Pangilinan and Franco did not provide more details after.

Cebu-Cordova Express Link Render

In 2019, the project was dubbed as one of the “impossible” projects by the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), through its director-general Ernesto Pernia. He pointed out that such project is going to be “costly” because of technological limitations.

The project was estimated to cost ₱52.62 billion back then, and will be supposedly funded by an overseas development assistance (ODA) loan.

Travel to Paris for just ₱70,000

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Travel to Paris for just ₱70,000

Elegant, historic, and sophisticated. Paris sounds very exquisite to the ears, with all the allure and glamour that the city has. But the longer you think of it, it also becomes an expensive idea, especially when you plan to travel there.

Paris, France | Photo from Unsplash

Fortunately, things have changed and more opportunities have opened for tourists. If you want to travel to Paris but afraid of breaking the bank, there is a way to visit the city on a budget.

Before going to Paris, you have to know that:

1. You need to have a Schengen visa.

This is the most common visa for Europe. It allows its holder to enter, travel within, and leave countries within the European Union.

2. Living in Paris is indeed expensive.

When people say that Paris is expensive, they’re being serious with it, no kidding at all. From food to accommodation, everything in Paris can be very expensive, especially if you don’t manage your budget wisely!

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GETTING TO PARIS, FRANCE

To get to Paris, you’ll definitely need to book a flight bound for the place. Many airlines now offer flights from different airports in the Philippines to Paris, but will normally include a stopover, which means that there is no direct flight to the place.

It may also seem simple, as you can do it online, but there are things you need to consider when booking a flight to Paris.

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One of those considerations is knowing when is the best time to travel. It is advisable to travel during fall season (October to early December) or late winter (late January). These months belong to the off-peak season, when there aren’t that much tourists.

It is also advised to skip the months of May to August, since the place is filled with tourists during that time, and locals will be on their vacation as well.  

Another factor that must be considered is the pricing of the tickets, as prices will indefinitely vary depending on the airlines. To save big, give yourself some time to compare prices and check the prices regularly. Who knows, you may be able to get yourself a roundtrip flight for only ₱21,000!

STAY AND ACCOMMODATION

There are many options you can choose from when picking the perfect room for accommodation in Paris. You may want to look for a place with the view of Eiffel Tower, but that may leave you short on budget afterwards.

Luckily, there are other options you can choose while still being able to get the most out of your stay. You can choose from a variety of single rooms, apartments, or hostels all over Paris.

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To look for a potential place to stay in, you may try renting out a room or apartment using Airbnb. Airbnb is an online marketplace that lets people rent their rooms or properties out, which you can avail for accommodation.

You may also opt for local hostels, although they may be a little pricier than the rooms you’ll find on Airbnb.

TAKING A TOUR AROUND THE CITY

Paris has so much to offer in many aspects: aesthetically, gastronomically, and even historically. If you’re looking to make the most out of your trip while staying within budget, here are some activities you should not miss!

Paris, France | Photo from Unsplash
  • riding a Europe Intercity Bus
  • touring museums using by purchasing a Paris Museum Pass
  • hopping on the Versailles Guided Tour
  • exploring other French cities by purchasing a France Eurail Pass

As for the places, here are some that you should definitely include in your itinerary:

  • Eiffel Tower
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Notre-Dame Cathedral
  • Jardin des Tuileries
  • Le Marais
  • Sacred Heart Basilica of Montmartre
  • Champs Elysses
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Seine River

To complete your travel experience in Paris, you should try some of these foods and indulge yourself in a gastronomic adventure:

  • freshly baked bread, such as baguettes and croissants
  • French cheese
  • crepes
  • escargots
  • onion soup
  • frogs legs
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