Looking for a scenic place to eat at for a quick brunch, a date, or a get together with friends? Head up to the newly-opened Garahe in Busay! Right along Transcentral Highway and just a little after the street going up to Mountain View, it’s just a short drive from the city!
Garahe Busay is an all-day breakfast, café, and tambayan serving up delicious food – from Cebuano pamahaw selects, to burgers, sandwiches, and all kinds of Western paboritos.
The hillside café offers open-air dining with a scenic view of the hills of Busay. Their dining area hangs over a sloping hill, and is surrounded by luxuriant trees. The fresh air and the captivating backdrop make for a one-of-a-kind dining atmosphere and enhance their already mouthwatering food.
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Speaking of food, Garahe prepares a wide variety of meals, snacks, and drinks for all kinds of diners for all occasions.
Perhaps you’d like some sweet pancakes or a salty and savory breakfast meal start your day, or maybe you’d like a delectable pasta dish or an order of crispy pata to share with friends and family. There’s something for everyone and every occasion!
Coffee lovers and sweet-tooths, in particular, will have a great time choosing from Garahe’s cakes, fruit juices, shakes, coffees, and frappes.
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo from Garahe Busay Facebook Page
Photo by Irene Kaye Catubig
Photo by Irene Kaye Catubig
Photo by Irene Kaye Catubig
Garahe is open from morning until evening, giving guests and diners a wide time window to visit, as well as plenty of time to unwind and chill. Make sure to catch their acoustic nights on Fridays and Saturdays!
On Friday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of July 16, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 219 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 168 new recoveries, and 7 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 59,369, while the active cases increased to 3,060 (from 3,017).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 26,990 (+85 new) – Total recoveries: 24,861 (+69 new) – Total deaths: 891 (+1 new) – Active cases: 1,238
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 7,427 (+23 new) – Total recoveries: 6,747 (+30 new) – Total deaths: 175 (+0 new) – Active cases: 505
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 7,286 (+38 new) – Total recoveries: 6,671 (+9 new) – Total deaths: 234 (+0 new) – Active cases: 381
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 17,666 (+73 new) – Total recoveries: 15,947 (+60 new) – Total deaths: 783 (+6 new) – Active cases: 936
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 3,060 (from 3,017)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 59,369 (+219 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 54,226 (+168 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,083 (+7 new*)
A total of 4,197 laboratory results were released for today.
NOTES from DOH-7:
*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.
More and more people are now vaccinated and thousands are waiting for their scheduled COVID-19 vaccine shots. The great next question is “Is the vaccine you had recognized?”
Yes, the world is now beginning to relax travel restrictions and making new requirements taking into consideration the vaccinated persons but several different countries have also released their own specific list of recognized vaccines.
Some countries even have a no entry policy for certain vaccine brands, such as Chinese-made Sinovac, which comprises the bulk of the Philippines’ vaccine supply.
This is one of those times where brand matters.
No worries for we have here a list of all COVID-19 vaccines recognized in specific countries and vaccines that are not allowed to enter them as of writing.
Europe
All vaccines approved by World Health Organization are recognized.
(Info from European Union Delegation)
Pfizer-BioNTech
AstraZeneca
Moderna
Johnson & Johnson
Sinovac
Sinopharm
Canada
Recognized vaccines for eligible travelers.
Pfizer-BioNTech
AstraZeneca
Moderna
Johnson & Johnson
Note: Departure at least 14 days after last dose
NOT accepted vaccines in Canada:
Bharat Biotech
Cansino
Gamaleya
Sinopharm
Sinovac
Vector Institute
Others
Thailand (Phuket)
Vaccines registered with Thailand Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or approved by the WHO are recognized.
Pfizer-BioNTech
AstraZeneca
Moderna
Johnson & Johnson
Sinovac
Sinopharm
Kuwait
Recognized vaccines for non-Kuwaitis.
(w/ valid residency permit starting August 1)
Pfizer-BioNTech
Moderna
AstraZeneca
Johnson & Johnson
Saudi Arabia
Recognized vaccines for inbound travelers.
(Info from Philippine Airlines and Saudia Airlines)
Pfizer-BioNTech
AstraZeneca
Moderna
Johnson & Johnson
Can enter but will undergo quarantine:
Sinovac
Note: Departure at least 14 days after last dose
Qatar
Recognized vaccines for inbound travelers.
(Info from Philippine embassy in Doha)
Pfizer-BioNTech
AstraZeneca
Moderna
Johnson & Johnson
Sinopharm (“conditionally approved”)
Can enter but will undergo RT-PCR test and quarantine:
All other vaccines.
These are just a few of the countries which require certain vaccine brands for now. No worries, the others don’t have these specifications. They just have the usual protocols of negative COVID-19 test results and quarantine periods.
This article will be updated as changes and list expansion may occur in the future.
On Thursday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of July 15, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 232 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 159 new recoveries, and 3 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 59,155, while the active cases increased to 3,017 (from 2,946).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 26,906 (+99 new) – Total recoveries: 24,793 (+86 new) – Total deaths: 890 (+0 new) – Active cases: 1,223
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 7,404 (+41 new) – Total recoveries: 6,718 (+1 new) – Total deaths: 175 (+1 new) – Active cases: 511
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 7,250 (+13 new) – Total recoveries: 6,662 (+29 new) – Total deaths: 234 (+0 new) – Active cases: 354
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 17,595 (+79 new) – Total recoveries: 15,890 (+43 new) – Total deaths: 776 (+2 new) – Active cases: 929
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 3,017 (from 2,946)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 59,155 (+232 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 54,063 (+159 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,075 (+3 new*)
A total of 3,372 laboratory results were released for today.
NOTES from DOH-7:
*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.
In need of new kicks? Whether if it’s for your everyday use, or it’s for gym, jogging, home workout or any physical activity, Skechers got some good news for you!
Skechers stores in most, if not all, major malls in Cebu, including SM City Cebu and SM Seaside, offer BUY 1, GET 1 FREE on all ALL items until July 31, 2021.
See the line where the sky meets the sea? —it calls you. But you’re not Moana. You’re just a humble human being seeking for the comfort of beach while imagining the salt tickling your nose. Listen to the inner voice calling from the peaceful neighborhood in Maribagu, Lapu-Lapu City. A rustic-themed Buyong Beach House is waiting for your tired soul to retreat in this heavenly private beach house.
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
How’s your Mental Well-Being?
Psychologist refer it as “blue space”. The expansive view of the sea water in front of the beach house will calm your mind. Stress from work and toxic relationships seems to melt away as you stare at the inviting water just beyond the wicker loungers you choose to peacefully lay down. The beach house offers an open space to take in the scenic view of the ocean from the morning you wake up to the setting of the sun. The sea is all yours to see.
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Get Some Fresh Air
The blinding fluorescent light in your office on a daily basis must be stressful for you. Not to mention the load of paper works with deadlines waving just around the corner, your life must be in chaos. Get some fresh air once in a while. Change your environment from the four walls of your office, to a meticulously designed beach house where you can take a break from breathing dusty piles of paper. You need a cool breeze and salty-sweet smell of the sea for a holiday, you hard working monster.
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Benefits of Rest and Renewal
You might be well-aware by now how staying beside the beach can relax one’s mind. And yet, have you ever wondered how this works on your system scientifically? Researchers have found that the sound of waves alters brain patterns, which lulls you into a deeply relaxed state and rejuvenates body and mind. (suninternational.com) Go ahead. Get the rest you deserve. There are sofas placed by the sea for you to lay back to either own some tan lines or simply witness the sunset in peace. A true sense of relaxation will renew your sense of purpose as well as de-clutter your mind.
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Swimming Pool for the Night
Amidst the soothing effect of the surrounding sea water, if you’re an anxious and imaginative human being, perhaps sea in your own perception is full of unknown creatures lurking at the bottom of the sea. In short, you love relaxing by the sea but not in the sea. No worries, Buyong Beach House understands the demand of your soul. A swimming pool is waiting to fulfill the thirst of your soul—not salty, just right. Unsolicited advice: go for a dip during the night. Swimming at night burns off your left-over energy and releases feel-good endorphins that reduce stress, and provide a calming effect that helps you fall asleep and stay asleep.
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Photo from Buyong Beach House Facebook Page
Escape the hustle sometimes. Taking a holiday in Buyong Beach House will definitely boost your happiness, decrease burnout—oh yes, this is always the issue especially when work-from-home was implemented, improve your mental health, and promotes a greater well-being not just to your existing relationship with either your partner or family, but as well as yourself.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
DAY USE:
*Day Use 12 hours (only available on weekdays)
₱ 15,000
ROOM RATES:
Cottage: None
House rent:
Overnight (Check In 3:00p.m. & Check Out 11:00a.m.)
₱ 25,000
₱ 18,500 (Weekday Rate)
*Max capacity for overnight stays is 12 adults. For day use, it’s 18 adults.
Children under 6 aren’t included in the head count.
Exact location: Buyong Rd, Maribago 6015 Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines — approx. 30 minutes away from Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
BY BUS/VAN/JEEP (COMMUTERS): Find or ride a habal-habal/tricycle and tell the driver you are heading to Buyong Beach House located at Buyong Road Maribago.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Buyong Beach House, Maribago, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu”
Recently, the Philippines has reached another milestone as it has ranked at the 76th spot in the 2020 Henley Passport Index, a global ranking system that scores which passport can get you to the most number of destinations without a prior visa. Imagine this: you only need a passport to visit 67 destinations outside the Philippines without needing a visa!
Hopefully, we will continue to climb on this ladder and get more destinations within our reach. If you already have a passport, then plan out your next travel with the barkada or with the family. If you don’t, I suggest you already get one yourself as it is quite readily accessible to take one and will only take a little amount of time with the proper requirements and preparation.
If you’re already getting your planners and pens ready, then here are the destinations you can go to:
ASIA
Brunei
Cambodia
Hong Kong (SAR China)
Indonesia
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan *
Laos
Macao (SAR China)
Malaysia
Maldives *
Mongolia
Myanmar
Nepal *
Singapore
Sri Lanka **
Taiwan
Tajikistan *
Thailand
Timor-Leste *
Vietnam
AFRICA
Cape Verde Islands *
Comores Islands *
Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Djibouti *
Gambia
Guinea-Bissau *
Kenya *
Madagascar *
Malawi *
Mauritania *
Mauritius *
Morocco
Mozambique *
Rwanda
Senegal
Seychelles *
Somalia *
Tanzania *
Togo *
Uganda *
OCEANIA
Cook Islands
Fiji
Marshall Islands *
Micronesia
Niue
Palau Islands *
Papua New Guinea *
Samoa *
Tuvalu *
Vanuatu
CARIBBEAN
Barbados
Dominica
Haiti
St. Lucia *
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Trinidad and Tobago *
AMERICAS
Bolivia
Brazil
Colombia
Costa Rica
Ecuador
Nicaragua *
Peru
Suriname
MIDDLE EAST
Armenia *
Iran *
Israel
Palestinian Territory
*NOTE: You will need to acquire a visa upon arrival
**NOTE: Requires an eTA (Electronic Travel Authority)
67 is a lot, so be sure to plan wisely and accordingly on what you like to do or a bucktetlist of sorts to know where you’d like to go. If you’d want to swim and relax while drinking a fruit cocktail under the sun, you can come to the Maldives, Barbados, or Fiji.
If you’re planning on a nature escapade or a trip of soul searching, I’d recommend Indonesia or Laos. If you like the festivities of an urban adventure, Brazil and Singapore is a good pick.
Again, 67 is a lot, so be sure to choose wisely!
(This article was first seen on VisMin.ph, the fast-rising digital magazine highlighting the best of Visayas and Mindanao.)
The 4GB + 128GB variant of the best-selling mid-range 5G smartphone will be available on Shopee with an early-bird price of P9,490
As part of its mission to make 5G connectivity accessible to as many Filipinos as possible, realme, the country’s no. 1 smartphone brand for Q1 2021, is set to launch the 4GB (RAM) + 128GB (ROM) variant of its widely successful mid-range 5G offering: the realme 8 5G.
The realme 8 5G is the brand’s latest innovation as it aims to raise the standard for 5G-ready mid-range smartphones. Since its launch on June 24, the realme 8 5G has proven to be a success, even selling out within hours of its official e-commerce debut. Aside from generating remarkable sales for its 8GB (RAM) + 128GB (ROM) variant across e-commerce channels, realme stores and partner dealers nationwide, the brand also consistently garners positive feedback and reviews for this 5G game-changer..
With industry-leading connectivity, impressive speed and performance, and no-compromise functionality, the realme 8 5G continues to elevate the 5G experience within the category.
The realme 8 5G comes packed with next-generation 5G technology powered by the Dimensity 700 processor, a 5000mAh massive battery with 18W Type-C quick charge, and a 6.5-inch Full HD+ Screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. Other features of the realme 8 5G include a 48MP Nightscape Camera, 16MP Primary Camera, and a 3-Card SIM Tray that supports the use of 2 SIM cards and an external memory card expandable up to 1TB. It comes in two colors: Supersonic Black and Supersonic Blue.
As an early-bird offer exclusively on Shopee on July 15, the realme 8 5G 4GB+128GB variant will be available for only P9,490 (P1,500 OFF its SRP of P10,990). In addition, it will soon be available in nearly 600 realme stores and over 4,000 partner dealers nationwide. Stay tuned to realme’s social media pages for more updates.
realme C21Y officially available, starts at P5,990 SRP with P500 OFF on July 15
Earlier this month, realme surprised its fans with another addition to its best-selling C series lineup: the realme C21Y. realme’s latest bang-for-the-buck offering has officially launched in its official e-commerce channels, and in realme stores and partner dealers nationwide.
The realme C21Y boasts a TÜV Rheinland High Reliability Certification having endured rigorous quality tests to ensure optimal reliability and durability. It also features a 5000mAh Massive Battery, an Octa-core 12nm processor, 13MP AI Triple Camera with Super Nightscape feature, and a 6.5” HD+ mini drop fullscreen. With all these features and more, the realme C21Y is designed to bring a leap-forward experience ideal for today’s youth.
Coming in two colors: Black and Blue, the realme C21Y will be available at the SRP of PHP6,490 for the 4GB+64GB variant, and P5,990 for the 3GB+32GB variant via realme’s official flagship store in Shopee and Lazada. As an exclusive offer on Shopee, both variants will be available at P500 OFF on July 15 during the Mega Payday Sale.
For more info and updates on the realme 8 5G and the realme C21Y, follow realme Philippines on Facebook at facebook.com/realmePhilippines, @realme_PH on Twitter, and @realmephilippines on Instagram. #CaptureInfinitePossibilitiesWith5G #realmePH
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About realme
realme Philippines is the country’s number one smartphone brand as of Q1 2021 trusted by the Filipino youth. Since its entry in the Philippine market in November 2018, the three-year-old brand has managed to establish a strong presence in a highly competitive landscape. realme continues to maintain its leadership by having a strong and wide network across the nation, solid partnerships with key players in various industries, and a customer-centric ethos across different silos of its business.
Delivering innovative smartphone line-ups, including the introduction of the 108MP camera technology in its latest smartphone launch, realme is committed in providing the best digital lifestyle experience to every Filipino. On top of that, realme also continues to cater to the needs of its customers by providing high quality service, that includes expanding their online & offline presence for nationwide availability, deploying 16 service centers to support after sales services, and actively engaging with the realme squad community.
On Wednesday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of July 14, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 328 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 247 new recoveries, and 6 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 58,923, while the active cases increased to 2,946 (from 2,872).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 26,807 (+115 new) – Total recoveries: 24,707 (+75 new) – Total deaths: 890 (+0 new) – Active cases: 1,210
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 7,363 (+63 new) – Total recoveries: 6,717 (+54 new) – Total deaths: 174 (+1 new) – Active cases: 472
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 7,237 (+27 new) – Total recoveries: 6,633 (+16 new) – Total deaths: 234 (+0 new) – Active cases: 370
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 17,516 (+123 new) – Total recoveries: 15,848 (+102 new) – Total deaths: 774 (+5 new) – Active cases: 894
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 2,946 (from 2,872)
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 58,923 (+328 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 53,905 (+247 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,072 (+6 new*)
A total of 4,304 laboratory results were released for today.
NOTES from DOH-7:
*As per DOH-7, the additional deaths in the report are not due to the overnight spike in deaths but due to more accurate data collection and validating efforts. Not all of those deaths occurred today but occurred more than a week ago.
Reports maybe subject to change as these claims undergo thorough validation by the local healthcare offices and health personnel.
The Philippines is one of the best countries to see various types of flowers due to its tropical climate. Due to the country having a balanced season throughout the year and not experiencing extreme heat or cold, many plants and flowers survive and thrive in its lands.
Wth the amount of flowers existing in the country, it would be a waste to not be able to explore them.
As featured on VisMin.ph, the fast-rising digital magazine highlighting the best of Visayas and Mindanao, here are five (5) of the most beautiful flower gardens in the Philippines that will surely take everyone’s breath away.
1. Buwakan ni Alejandra in Cebu
Buwakan ni Alejandra, translated to “The Flower Garden of Alejandra” in english, is a truly beautiful flower garden arranged in a harmonious manner that makes the colors of the plants meld beautifully with one another to create a piece of art. The playful colors are not in any way overwhelming to eyes and are even quite mystical to the sight.
The site where the flowers are has witnessed a lot of events happen in the past since the time of the Japanese colonization but it has only gained attention a year or two ago after the owners decided to renovate and landscape it. The garden is 700 square meters in size with a variety of flower species thriving in it.
Photo by Dave Jan
Photo by Ram Mancelita
Photo by Ram Mancelita
Photo by Ram Mancelita
Luzmarie Torreon
Luzmarie Torreon
Exact Location: Brgy. Gaas, Balamban, Cebu – a few meters away from Adventure Cafe
ENTRANCE FEE:
Adult: P55 per head
Kids: P25 per child
PWD/Senior Citizen: P30 per head
OTHER INFORMATION:
Opening Hours: 7:00AM – 6:00PM, everyday (closed during storms)
A flower garden destination in the barangay of Sirao, aptly nicknamed “Little Amsterdam”, is the Sirao Flower Garden. It is divided into two sections: The Original Sirao Flower Garden and the Pictorial Garden and Camping Site.
The Original Garden is the site filled with different species of colorful flowers while the Pictorial Garden features an infinity pool and several “Instagrammable” backgrounds that will surely make your social media feed much more lively.
This flower garden is a famous natural spectacle in Cebu. Reminiscent of Amsterdam’s flower gardens, Sirao Flower Garden seeks to bring the same experience to its visitors and at the same time highlight the verdant mountains and cool climate of Sirao. The most famous flower in the garden are the celosias with their bright fiery colors.
Even artificial flowers still contribute just as much beauty to the world as real ones. The 16 000 Blossoms in Lintaon Peak is a magnificent garden of LED roses situated on the highlands of Baybay, Leyte.
The white and red flowers illuminate the night with beautiful dim lights similar to other artificial gardens like the 10000 Roses Cafe in Cordova, Cebu and Jardin Necitas in Bohol. Aside from beautiful lights and glowing flowers, the garden also has a breathtaking view of the Leyte Cordillera, Camotes Sea and a silhouette of the famous Cuatro Islas.
Artificial flowers are symbols of beauties that never fade and the glowing garden of Jardin Necitas in Pilar is one that will surely stay in the memory for a long time. A field full of 20,000 flowers and tulips glowing in different colors is definitely a sight to behold.
The beautiful dim lights will surely make the night more magical and even fill the air with a kind of magic that will make everyone one in it feel in love. Jardin Necitas is a garden of romance and beauty that will surely even make the goddess of love and beauty fall in love with it.
Photo by @sheldonsayss
Photo by @ex.pio.dition
Photo from Jardin Necitas – Pilar Glowing Garden Facebook Page
Photo by @ex.pio.dition
Photo by @carpediempsyche
Photo from Jardin Necitas – Pilar Glowing Garden Facebook Page
Flowers surely bring life to its surroundings so imagine how alive you will feel when visiting RJ Javier’s Tropical Farm. Not only do they have flowers but they also have a collection of fruits and vegetables. Hearts will skip a beat as they go through the different gardens filled with sunflowers, celosias, lettuce, cherry, tomatoes, and many more. No one would ever expect to fall in love with fruits and vegetables but the life they exude into the garden is just so overwhelming that people come for a second visit.
This tropical farm is a great place to visit even for those looking for a break from the city because the relaxing activity of picking up fruits and vegetables gives you a unique experience that makes you forget whatever it was you were stressing on. Staying in the farm is a form of therapy that can definitely soothe your nerves.
