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Bounty Beach: The Dazzling Beach Destination in Malapascua

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Bounty Beach: The Dazzling Beach Destination in Malapascua

Imagine a long stretch of white beach where everywhere you step, your feet sink into soft white sand. The water is clear and sky-blue, sparkling in the daylight. Your options of drinks and snacks are endless, and you get to enjoy your refreshments beachside.

Stop imagining, because you can live this for real at Bounty Beach!

Located in Malapascua, Bounty Beach is the main beach of the island, boasting pristine and powdery white sand alongside glittering waters stretching out into the horizon. This about 800-meter stretch of pale pretty sand is where most of the bars and restaurants are located in the island, making it the best destination for a relaxing time by the beach.

Photo from We Wander Facebook Page
Photo from We Wander Facebook Page

If you’re up for a bit more adventure, there are also a couple of dive shops awaiting guests, where you can snorkel or even deep dive into the magical waters of Malapascua!

The Beach

Bounty Beach runs along the southern edge through the southeastern end of Malapascua, measuring around 860 meters long and about 30 meters wide at its widest. The whole stretch of beach is covered with a thick layer of powdery white sand and finely-crushed sea shells. If you ask me, spending an hour or two to walk down Bounty Beach is one of the best ways to spend your time!

The beach has multiple access points, with roads connecting the beach to the main roads and paths to the island. If you ever find the sea calling you while you’re in Malapascua, just head south! All the locals are also familiar with the locations of the all the beaches on the island, most especially Bounty Beach.

Photo from We Wander Facebook Page
Photo by Phil Alvarez
Photo from We Wander Facebook Page
Photo by Phil Alvarez

Along the coastline you can find dozens of bars, resorts, restaurants, and dive shops.

Beachside Lounging

Bounty Beach houses a lot, if not most, of the island’s bars and restaurants. Every day, the bars host Happy Hour – first every sunset, and second every evening around 7PM to 9PM. The bars serve cocktails and snacks, best enjoyed by the beach in their many lounging areas and chairs.

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Photo by Melvin Rey Orofeo
Photo by Phil Alvarez
Photo by Phil Alvarez

Locals in Malapascua fish for their livelihood. You can find fishermen casting their nets from their boats early in the morning and even late at night. Their catch, if not shipped or sold in the mainland, is immediately cooked at the nearby market and establishments. That’s a guaranteed fresh catch-of-the-day meal!

When not in use, the parked boats also add character to the beach. Malapascua Island is already a peaceful tropical island with a completely laidback feel. The boats parked on the sand remind us of the simple joys and add to the idyllic environment in Malapascua.

Malapascua is also known to be one of the best sunset spots in Cebu. As the day lazily passes (and boy does time flow slowly in the island!), make sure you get a comfortable spot in Bounty Beach to enjoy a vivid and colorful sunset over the island.

Photo from We Wander Facebook Page
Photo by Thomas Dietz
Photo by Billy 403-3
Photo by Phil Alvarez

The Diving Scene

The beach is also lined with dive shops offering lessons and tours. From island hopping to deep dives, there’s something for everyone with every level of experience.

All around the islands of Malapascua, the sky-blue seawater glitters and sparkles in the sun. Bounty Beach is not exempt from having such magical waters! Boating, snorkeling, and diving all are highly enjoyable because the waters get so clear up close, it’s almost like looking through liquid glass!

Photo from We Wander Facebook Page
Photo by @bryanchu
Photo from We Wander Facebook Page

The quality and clarity of the water really shines the most when you go diving. You’ll get clear views of thresher sharks, manta rays, and all kinds of fish. The Monad Shoal is one of the most famed dive spots, accessible by a 25-minute ride from Bounty Beach. The shoal is an underwater island 20 to 30 meters deep that is a treasure trove for marine life sightings, including hammerhead sharks and eagle rays.

OTHER INFORMATION

Day Use:

  • Entrance Fee: none
  • Open hours: The beach is 24 hours open, but the bars and restaurants will close late at night.

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Bounty Beachfront, Malapascua Island, Daanbantayan, Northern Cebu — approx. 4-5 hours away from the city (with boat/ferry ride).

BY COMMUTE: From the North Bus Terminal, take a bus bound to Maya. The trip costs ₱230 and should take 3.5 to 4 hours. Alight at Maya Port then ride an outrigger boat to Malapascua.

A one-way boat trip costs ₱1,500 split between 15 passengers, making it ₱100 per person at full capacity. If the boat isn’t full, you can opt to pay the boat fee, albeit being more costly per passenger. Boat trips are scheduled hourly between 6:30AM and 4:30PM, 7 days a week.

Upon arrival at Malapascua, you can then hire motorcycles to take you to Bounty Beach, or book one to be your ride for the day for ₱300 per day. Alternatively, walking can take you anywhere in the island. The island is about 2.5 km long and 1 km wide, small enough that you can walk from one end to the other in an hour.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Maya New Roro Port” in Maya, Daanbantayan, Cebu.

Cebu logs 585 new cases on July 28

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Cebu logs 585 new cases on July 28

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 28, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 585 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 296 new recoveries, and 13 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 65,070, while the active cases increased to 6,421 (from 6,138).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 29,142 (+177 new)
– Total recoveries: 25,876 (+110 new)
– Total deaths: 911 (+3 new)
– Active cases: 2,355

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 8,271 (+105 new)
– Total recoveries: 7,005 (+44 new)
– Total deaths: 183 (+0 new)
– Active cases: 1,083

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 7,931 (+81 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,896 (+36 new)
– Total deaths: 242 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 793

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 19,726 (+222 new)
– Total recoveries: 16,692 (+106 new)
– Total deaths: 844 (+9 new)
– Active cases: 2,190

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,421 (from 6,138)
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 65,070 (+585 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 56,469 (+296 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,180 (+13 new*)

A total of 4,130 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.

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

How much PH Olympic Golden Medalist Hidilyn Diaz is taking home

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How much PH Olympic Golden Medalist Hidilyn Diaz is taking home

The wait is over for the Philippines. We have a living and legit weightlifting fairy everyone.

On Monday, July 26, at the Tokyo International Forum, Hidilyn Diaz dubbed as the queen in Philippine weightlifting have made history for the first ever Gold Olympic medal of the Philippines. The first ever gold in 97 years, since we started competing in the Olympic Games in 1924.

Photo by Arius Raposas

Looking strong and powering through, she literally lifted the Philippines for the win in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics weightlifting competition having a total lift of 224kg which set an Olympic record.

Diaz started strong with lifting 97kg on her 2nd snatch attempt. But it wasn’t until the 30-year-old Filipina went head-to-head with China’s Liao Qiuyun in the clean and jerk that the heat of the competition rose.

Clean and Jerk

  • 2nd attempt by Qiuyun: 123kg
  • 2nd attempt by Diaz: 124kg
  • 3rd attempt by Qiuyun: 126kg
  • 3rd attempt by Diaz: 127kg (New Olympic Record)

On her last lift, she struggled and was a bit shaky but powered through heaving her chest out, raising both arms and letting out an internal shout/grunt. The moment she lifted the 127kg above her head everyone watching got goosebumps.

Repetition creates results and no dream is impossible as we show Diaz’s records here:

  • 2008- Beijing China (1st Olympics)
  • 2012- London
  • 2016- Rio de Janeiro Brazil (Silver medal)
  • 2021- Tokyo, Japan (Gold medal)

For the first time in the history of Olympics, the Philippine anthem was heard and Diaz paid respect to the flag with a salute and tears in her eyes as I imagine every proud Filipino watching there was having goosebumps and crying too.

Diaz Awards & Wins

Awards left and right are now being given to the Philippine pride, Hidilyn Diaz for the honor she has given to our country.

  • P35.5 MILLION
  • P10 million (from the government as mandated by law)
  • P10 million (from Manny V. Pangilinan)
  • P10 million (from Ramon S. Ang)
  • P3 million (from Deputy Speaker Mikee Romero)
  • P2.5 million (from the local government of her hometown Zamboanga City)
  •  House and lot in Tagaytay City
  • Lifetime Free Flights from Air Asia Philippines
  • 80,000 miles from Philippine Airlines

Travel Guide from Cebu to Camiguin under the New Normal

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Travel Guide from Cebu to Camiguin under the New Normal

Named the “Island Born of Fire” because of its astounding 7 volcanoes, Camiguin is an amazing island to visit in Mindanao. It has a lot of interesting locations that will leave you in awe as well as scrumptious food that its taste will remain in your brain for years. If you are planning to visit Camiguin but do not know what to do, here is an ultimate travel guide from Cebu to Camiguin.

How to go from Cebu to Camiguin

As of writing, Camiguin is currently not allowing tourists in at the moment due to the pandemic. However, once it opens its arms for tourists to come in, remember to always wear your face mask and face shield, wash your hands with alcohol regularly, and avoid touching unfamiliar objects as well as your face.

Of course, Cebu has a direct flight to Camiguin. In fact, only Cebu had a direct flight back then but now there are other airports that offer direct flights to the island as well. Cebu Pacific Airlines, Air Asia, and Philippine Airlines are possible airline services that offer these flights.

It is also possible to ride a ferry from Cagayan de Oro to Camiguin if you want to stop by Cagayan de Oro. From there, go to either the Macabalan Pier which is within the city or the Balingoan Pier which is an hour and a half away from the city.

Best destinations in Camiguin

White Island

White Island is the crown jewel of Camiguin; you can probably even see it from the air. It has a beautiful white sandbar with peaceful turquoise waters clashing towards it. You can hire small boats by the municipality itself to get there, just ask around.

Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad

Sunken Cemetery

As an island with 7 volcanoes, at least one of them is bound to have erupted and indeed, Mt. Vulcan did so in the 1870s and sunk the capital city and the old town of Catarman. Now, a giant concrete cross stands above the waters to where the old cemetery is now. There is something mysteriously cool about nature overtaking old ruins as fish have decided to occupy, making it a delight to dive in.

Photo by Vicente Jr Limsan
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad

Walkway to the Old Volcano

For the people who want a good hike uphill or a relaxing view from above, the Walkway to the Old Volcano is a good place to start. It is a concrete stairway with 15 Stations of the Cross leading to Mt. Vulcan. Once at the top, you can have a good scenery stretching far towards the cross of the Sunken Cemetery.

Photo by Phil Alvarez
Photo by Plata Huesos
Photo by KuyaMel
Photo by Din Tiu

Ardent Hot Spring

When the weather is cold, a perfect way to stay toasty is to visit the Ardent Hot Spring in Camiguin. With 7 volcanoes within the island, of course there would be a hot springs in the area. The water can go up to 40 degrees Celsius.

Photo by Mike Cabahug
Photo by  Isaias Napone
Photo by Phil Alvarez

Santo Nino Cold Spring

On the other hand, if you want to stay chill amidst the summer heat, the Santo Nino Cold Spring will surely make your hairs stand up. It clocks in at about 20 degrees Celsius.

Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad

Tuasan Falls

Waterfalls are also a delight in Camiguin as Tuasan Falls attract many to its charms. The atmosphere seems mystical making it a beautiful spot for taking pictures. The water is cold and chilly and you can take a dip into its lagoon.

Photo by Mike Cabahug
Photo by Win Concha
Photo by Mike Cabahug
Photo by Irene Quijano Ungria

Old Guiob Church Ruins

For history and antique nerds, the Old Guiob Church Ruins will make keep you happy with its scenery. This church has been a standing relic amidst the town that has been buried by Mt. Vulcan in the 1870s. Now, its tall pillars and stone walls are covered in greenery as what time always does.

Photo by Bobsmei Bontilao
Photo by T Captures
Photo by Marsh Lopez
Photo by Francis Victoriano

Other tourist destinations to consider:

  • Mantigue Island Nature Park
  • Soda Water Park
  • Katibawasan Falls
  • Burias Shoal
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
Photo by Thermal Springs
Photo by Plata Huesos
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
Photo by Jan Yaun

Treat yourself to Pada Beach Resort in Santander

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Treat yourself to Pada Beach Resort in Santander

Planning a long trip down south? Going to witness the Tostado Festival in Santander? Drop by the quaint and cozy sunset spot in quiet Talisay: Pada Beach Resort & Restaurant!

Located in along the coast in Talisay, Pada Beach Resort offers guests the treats of vivid sunsets, relaxing accommodation, and satisfying food with affordable rates.

Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego
Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego
Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego
Photo by Chrestie Tiu

First treat up: by-the-beach dining! Pada’s restaurant features a charming dining area overlooking the sea. You can gaze at the captivatingly calm waters of Tañon Strait with breathtaking backdrop of Negros Island while enjoying your meal al-fresco. Their restaurant’s (menu included below) food includes all the Pinoy favorites that are just made way better by the ambiance.

Second treat: atmospheric accommodation. Pada Beach Resort offers guests rooms with an impressive sea view. The rooms are so close to the coast that the waters fill almost the full view of the window. Just imagine falling asleep to a lullaby of waves, and then waking up to the greetings of the sea. Their rooms are simple, yet elegant and spotless!

Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego
Photo from Pada Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo by clarence anthony galapin
Photo by clarence anthony galapin
Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego

Pada also has a beach access to a modest yard of sand right on top of the coast. The shore along this area isn’t as wide and sandy as in other parts of Cebu, so their yard makes for a good spot to enjoy sand beside the sea. Additionally, thanks to Santander’s location at the southernmost tip of Cebu, its coast have relatively calm waters and has an almost unobstructed view of the sea.

Last, but the most unique treat: right from their pool and in direct line of sight from their rooms is a mesmerizing view of the sea with Negros Island in the background. At sunset, you get to watch the sky erupt with vivid hues as the sun sets behind the contours of Negros as you relax in either swimming pool or beachfront. It’s a lovely way to end your day and welcome the night if you ask me!

Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego
Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego
Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego
Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego
Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego
Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego
Photo by Carmel Lebios Lariego

Pada Beach Resort & Restaurant offers guests and visitors a seaside experience that may be difficult to find anywhere else. Treat yourself with their amazing and affordable amenities!

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOMS:

  • Room with Queen Size Bed: ₱1,800 per night
    • Good for 2 persons
    • Add an extra ₱300 for additional person
    • No extra charge for children under 12 years
    • Additional ₱600 for an extra bed
  • Inclusions:
    • Free breakfast good for 2 persons and persons who availed of extra (₱600) bed,
    • Air-conditioning,
    • Hot and cold shower,
    • 32-inch cable TV; and
    • Free pool swimming.

Restaurant Menu:

Photo from Pada Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Pada Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Pada Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Pada Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Santander – Barili – Toledo Road, Talisay, Santander, Southern Cebu – 3 to 3.5 hours from Cebu City

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Pada Beach Resort & Restaurant” in Santander, Cebu. Spacious parking is available.

Cebu logs 513 new cases on July 27

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Cebu logs 513 new cases on July 27

On Tuesday 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 27, 2021.

Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 513 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 176 new recoveries, and 14 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 64,484, while the active cases increased to 6,138 (from 5,810).

Breakdown of cases:

Cebu City
– Total confirmed: 28,968 (+187 new)
– Total recoveries: 25,769 (+67 new)
– Total deaths: 909 (+2 new)
– Active cases: 2,290

Lapu-Lapu City
– Total confirmed: 8,164 (+53 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,961 (+0 new)
– Total deaths: 182 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 1,021

Mandaue City
– Total confirmed: 7,850 (+38 new)
– Total recoveries: 6,860 (+20 new)
– Total deaths: 241 (+1 new)
– Active cases: 749

Cebu Province
– Total confirmed: 19,502 (+235 new)
– Total recoveries: 16,586 (+89 new)
– Total deaths: 838 (+10 new)
– Active cases: 2,078

Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:

  • Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,138 (from 5,810)
  • Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 64,484 (+513 new)
  • Total Recoveries in Cebu: 56,176 (+176 new)
  • Total Deaths in Cebu: 2,170 (+14 new*)

A total of 3,859 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.

DOH-7 Full Report (Central Visayas):

Trending: 100-Peso Sneakers in Cebu and Where to Get Them

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Trending: 100-Peso Sneakers in Cebu and Where to Get Them

Even with the pandemic at hand, sneakers are still at trend and it doesn’t look like it’s taking a toll anytime soon.

Sneakers can even fetch a hefty price, but not with Novo in Metro Colon, Cebu.

If you are someone who has been collecting sneakers for quite some time now and you are not very particular with bran, we have good news for you. For as low as P100, you will be able to score a pair of sneakers.

Photo by Alfred Robles
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan

When practicality meets style, it could never go wrong.

From P200 per pair, they are now priced at P100. Whether you are the high-cut type of sneakhead or a low-cut one, they have your preference. From white to the most colorful pair, anything could really be to your liking.

So while we are still facing this crisis, we might as well consider these. Trust me, it is not bad, they look good and will surely look good on you too.

Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan
Photo by Jay Rald E. Dinolan

WATCH: Viral Video in Cebu City about the Lechon Package ‘na dili worth it’

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WATCH: Viral Video in Cebu City about the Lechon Package ‘na dili worth it’

Would you rather return it, or pay the balance?

This has been the question of the netizens regarding the incident that has made rounds on social media. Others were brought to ire after watching the video.

Why not?

A certain Marjorie Alison posted a live video of her going to the home of her client. This certain client was said to have ordered her ‘lechon package’ amounting to P18,000. The client gave a deposit of P9,000 for the food. The package was delivered on the agreed date, but the client only paid the initial deposit, excluding the remaining balance.

When the live video was posted, netizens were quick to leave comments about their opinion on the incident. Others said the food package was too small for P18,000, while others say the food could have just been returned.

It was consumed. So, what is there to return?

May this serve as a reminder to everyone to never judge a book by its cover. That regardless of one’s social status, may we all learn to respect and uplift our fellows.

Watch the Live Video here:

https://www.facebook.com/100037867746613/videos/187079196800524/

Refined white sand at Sugar Beach in Bantayan Island

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Refined white sand at Sugar Beach in Bantayan Island

Where the sand resembles the finest refined sugar, that’s Sugar Beach! Sugar Beach is the widest white sand beach in the coasts of Sta Fe, Bantayan Island.

Sugar Beach is an expansive beachfront with plenty of space, over 90 meters wide at some areas! The beach stretches to over 1 km long with plenty of it passing through resorts and beachside restaurants. The beach is perfect for scenic strolls and water sports.

Photo by Blas De los Santos
Photo by Blas De los Santos
Photo by Blas De los Santos

Aside from the wide walking areas and the gentle slope of the beach towards the sea, Sugar Beach is special because of the quality of its sand. Not only is the sand soft and fine, but you also won’t find sharp corals or rocks lining the beach. That makes walking barefoot not only possible, but also highly enjoyable!

The long beach is located at the southeastern edge of Bantayan island, making it a prime spot for sunrises. Witness a grand display of vibrant sunrise colors above a vista of the sea with Daanbantayan in the backdrop. It might have something to do with the waters around or the location, but Bantayan Island is one of the best places to watch both sunrise and sunset. So set that alarm and get up early!

Photo by Blas De los Santos
Photo by Hazael Vegas
Photo by Stephen Tuohy
Photo by Ren Ducay
Photo by Alexandra Arrieta
Photo by Eduardo del Castillo
Photo by Christian Vincent Literatus

Sugar Beach is a great destination if you’re looking to enjoy the simple pleasures of the beach. Take a leisurely walk down the coastline, sip a beer or a cocktail under a palm tree, or just gaze into the horizon and let time pass like the countless waves. Any activity becomes a great use of time here at scenic Sugar Beach.

There is also a resort, aptly named Sugar Beach Resort, that offers simple accommodation and necessities for travelers and visitors. The beach resort offers accommodation only. There isn’t a restaurant, but there are plenty of beachside bars and restaurants serving food and refreshments.

Photo by Hazael Vegas
Photo by Dee Bee | @db312 via IG
Photo by Katarína Plačková
Photo by Maria Faizel Tan | @mariafaizel via IG
Photo by Ivory Jade Villarosa Trangia | boryangme via IG
Photo by Vin Brutas

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Day Use:

  • Entrance Fee: ₱30
  • Tent pitching is allowed, and is free if you bring your own.
    • Tent rental: ₱150 to ₱200
  • Open cottages are available.

Other information

  • A handful of accommodation options are available. Rates and availability vary. Contact Sugar Beach Resort should you want to avail of rooms.
  • Sugar Beach Resort contact numbers:
    • 0921-775-5058
    • 0918-371-0627

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: C. Batiancila Street, Santa Fe, Bantayan Island, Northern Cebu — approx. 4-5 hours away from Cebu City.

BY COMMUTE: From the North Bus Terminal, take a bus heading to Hagnaya. You may also opt to ride a van, but that will be pricier. Ask to be dropped off at Hagnaya Port. The bus trip will cost ₱175 and will take around 3-4 hours; less for vans.

Hagnaya Port charges all persons ₱10 for their terminal fee. From Hagnaya Port, take the Express Ferry Boat to Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island. This costs ₱180 one way, and travel time is approximately an hour. A Ro-Ro vessel from Hagnaya to Santa Fe is also available.

BY CAR: Your private vehicle can be ferried over to Sta. Fe so you can use your vehicle in Bantayan Island. Alternatively, you can leave it in the parking area of Hagnaya Port and opt to commute in Bantayan.

  • Vehicle Ferry Prices (one way):
    • Motorbike: ₱500 to ₱700
    • Car: ₱1,270
    • Van & SUV: ₱1,850
    • Truck: ₱3,500
  • Daily Parking Fee in Hagnaya Port:
    • Motorbike: ₱20 per day
    • Car: ₱50 per day
    • Van: ₱70 per day
    • Truck: ₱100 per day

Once in the island, navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Sugar Beach” in Bantayan Island, Cebu.

Stricter restrictions in Lapu-Lapu City starting July 26 amid COVID surge

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Stricter restrictions in Lapu-Lapu City starting July 26 amid COVID surge

As the COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the country following the rampant local transmission of the Delta variant, Lapu-Lapu City Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan released the Executive Order No. 2021 – 040, an order temporarily suspending certain activities and imposing stricter restrictions in the City during Modified General Community Quarantine (MGCQ) starting on July 26 to August 25, 2021.

The new Executive Order highlights the following policies:

  • Temporary suspension of all forms of non-contact and contact sports and events, non-essential mass gatherings
  • Liquor Ban
  • Ban of Videoke and Karaoke activities
  • Effective August 25, only Vaccination Card holders upon presenting their cards are allowed to enter public and private markets (including department stores, supermarkets, grocery stores and convenient stores)
  • Shuttle service for employees residing outside Lapu-Lapu City
  • Dining in food establishments limited to 50% of its maximum capacity, no alcoholic drinks to be served, 24-hour fastfood establishments to only be allowed to offer take-out services after 10 PM
  • Strict implementation of Public Health Safety standards (Wear your face shield and face mask at all times)

Read the full Executive Order No. 2021 – 040:

Meanwhile, in Cebu City, Acting Mayor Mike Rama issued the Executive Order No. 136 that prohibits drinking alcoholic beverages in public in Cebu City, effective immediately. Curfew has also been adjusted, starting from 10 PM to 4 AM.

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