2020 has been a treat to a Filipino Netflix subscriber because of the new stuff being released. Just recently, back in October 29, they released the first animated Netflix exclusive film titled “Hayop Ka!” or “The Nimfa Dimaano Story”, and also recently, they showed us a peek at the graphic novel adaptation of “Trese”, which was announced to be adapted back in 2018. It is said to be released by 2021, although nothing is certain yet as the pandemic is still going on.
Going by the description of the NME, “Trese is an award-winning komik series that follows detective Alexandra Trese, who takes on a criminal underworld in a fictional Manila where mythical creatures live in hiding amid humans.” These mythical creatures are the well-known evil Aswangs. The comic was created by writer Budjette Tan and artist Kajo Baldisimo back in December 2005 and is still ongoing today.
This adaptation is a monumental occasion as this Filipino comic story is about to reach a global audience thanks to Netflix, giving us the chance to show the world what kind of storytelling we have. We can only hope that Netflix does the comic justice in their animation.
If you are unsure on whether you will be watching this show, you must ask yourself some questions. If you like grim, mystery, or action anime such as Ghost in the Shell or Death Note, this might be a good show to watch. If you like to watch stories with a strong female protagonist, then Alexandra Trese will surely captivate your heart.
Photo from Trese Facebook Page
You can also try reading the original black and white comic story as to understand the source of the anime, or you can also walk in to the film’s lore blindly to be amazed and astonished.
Either way, we can only cheer on the team working on Netflix’s Trese to do a great job to keep the creative integrity of the original while having fluid animation.
Finding a good place to stay in Oslob can be a challenge especially that the famous whale shark watching in this town has always been swarmed by many tourists, local or foreign.
Worry not, for Brumini Resorts in Brgy. Tan-awan, Oslob proudly welcomes everyone with a relaxing treat of their amenities and an easy access to the whale shark watching briefing area. It takes a 2-minute shuttle ride for one to reach the briefing spot from the resort. Not just the whale shark watching, other must-see destinations in Oslob are also very accessible from here.
Photo by Abby Gale
Photo from Brumini Resorts Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Brumini Resorts Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Brumini Resorts Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Brumini Resorts Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Brumini Resorts Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Brumini Resorts Cebu Facebook Page
The resort attracts a lot of travelers every year. It offers many facilities to enrich your stay in Oslob including air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned rooms, hot and cold shower, cabled TV, private verandas and free use of pools. There is also free WiFi access in selected rooms.
Even if the place is near the must-visit spots in town, guests can still enjoy the serenity of the resort. The pebbled walkways and the tall palm trees complement well to the total ambience of the place, creating a calming tropical mood.
Photo by Jym Elixir Timagos
Photo by Gil Timoty
Photo by Brumini Resorts
Photo by Brumini Resorts
Photo by Alry Vediosas
Photo from Brumini Resorts Cebu Facebook Page
Photo by Gil Timoty
Brumini Resort also features a restaurant where luscious dishes are served. There’s also an outdoor swimming pool for those who want a cold dip. Their bar and garden are available for their guests who wish to chill and relax. A continental breakfast is available daily at Brumini Resorts.
If you want a hassle-free whale shark watching, they can arrange one for you. You can also rent a boat going to Sumilon Island – another nearby attraction that boasts pure white sandbars and crystal-clear waters. Other must-visit spots in town include the Tumalog Falls, Oslob Cuartel, and Our Lady of Immaculate Concepcion Church.
Photo from Brumini Resorts Cebu Facebook Page
Photo by Brumini Resorts
Photo from Brumini Resorts Cebu Facebook Page
Photo from Brumini Resorts Cebu Facebook Page
Photo by Brumini Resorts
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
ROOM RATES:
Standard Room: P2,300 (good for 2 persons)
AC Room, with Cabled TV, Bathroom, Private Veranda, Free breakfast and use of pool
Extra Person Rate: P350/person
Junior Deluxe Room: P2,800 (good for 2 persons)
AC Room, with Cabled TV, Bathroom, Private Veranda, Hot and Cold Shower, Free breakfast and use of pool
Extra Person Rate: P450/person
Deluxe Room
P3,000 good for 2 persons: 2 single sized bed
P3,000 good for 2 persons: 1 queen sized bed
P3,500 good for 3 persons: 1 queen sized bed and 1 single sized bed
P3,800 good for 4 persons: 1 queen sized bed and 1 double deck
Extra person rate – P450/person
Function Hall: P3,000 (first 2 hours); P1,000/hr (succeeding hours)
Exact location: Brgy. Tan-awan, Oslob, Southern Cebu — approx. 4 hours away from the city.
BY BUS: From the South Bus Terminal (near Emall), ride a Ceres bus going to “Bato-Oslob”. Bus fare is ~₱155 /head (one-way). Inform the driver to drop you off at Brumini Beds – few meters away from the main Whale Shark activity site in Oslob.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Brumini Resorts” in Oslob. Parking space is available.
On Saturday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of April 17, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 148 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 453 new recoveries, and 3 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 49,054, while the active cases dropped to 3,545 (from 3,850).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 22,717 (+54 new) – Total recoveries: 20,945 (+299 new) – Total deaths: 825 (+0 new) – Active cases: 947
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 6,006 (+10 new) – Total recoveries: 4,994 (+1 new) – Total deaths: 151 (+0 new) – Active cases: 861
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 6,122 (+25 new) – Total recoveries: 5,346 (+73 new) – Total deaths: 205 (+0 new) – Active cases: 571
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 14,209 (+59 new) – Total recoveries: 12,440 (+80 new) – Total deaths: 603 (+3 new) – Active cases: 1,166
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 3,545
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 49,054 (+148 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 43,725 (+453 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,784 (+3 new*)
A total of 2,251 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.
Everyone’s not getting any younger – that’s a fact. Hence, we should never deprive ourselves of things that will make us happy and contented every day.
Matahom Paradise Villas in Brgy. Kawit in Medellin, Cebu the newest destination for the beach lovers who want an exclusive stay with family and friends. Guests who have been to the place said they felt like they were in Bali without needing to travel far and break banks.
Photo from Matahom Paradise Villas Facebook Page
Photo from Matahom Paradise Villas Facebook Page
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo from Matahom Paradise Villas Facebook Page
Photo from Matahom Paradise Villas Facebook Page
Matahom is a Cebuano term for ‘beautiful’. True to its name, this place doesn’t fall short of the finest and grand things you can experience for a beach staycation. Everyone can pamper all day by dipping into their cold swimming pool. While soaking in the pool, you will be treated with a wide expanse of a panoramic sea view and the horizon.
The whole villa is picture-perfect. You will never run out of spots where you can pose for a camera shot. Bali is known for IG-worthy pictures and this place, inspired by the said famous international tourist attraction, can also give you shots with stunning backgrounds.
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo from Matahom Paradise Villas Facebook Page
And yes, Matahom Paradise Villas is also adorned with white sand beachfront where you and your group can hold exciting beach activities. Medellin is a town in the northern parts of Cebu that is also known for white sand beaches and clear waters and in this villa, you will get the taste of how it feels to be in Medellin. The palm trees that surround the place will elevate the tropical experience.
RELAXING ACCOMMODATION
Once you book the place, you can be certain that the entire space is all yours, giving you a private spot for an intimate get-together with your friends or your family. Their front villa will let you wake up to the scenic view of their infinity pool and the beach. They also have standard rooms complete with free breakfast.
Got the energy for glamping? Use it here at Matahom Paradise Villas. They have glamping tents to suit those who wish to experience this trending style of camping. Just a reminder though that their glamping tents and regular room accommodations only become available for rental once you book their exclusive use packages. Day use is not available.
Photo from Matahom Paradise Villas Facebook Page
Photo by Nova Souley Auxtero
Photo from Matahom Paradise Villas Facebook Page
Photo from Matahom Paradise Villas Facebook Page
Don’t worry too about your gastronomic cravings since this place serves delicious meals. Thanks to Matahom Paradise Villas, you get to feel the ambiance of a paradise and the taste of delectable dishes.
WATER SPORTS ACTIVITIES
To complete the fun, Matahom Paradise Villas offers water sports activities that will dare the daredevil in you. Engaging into adrenaline-pumping rides or even just a simple sailing through the waves of the vast sea can be a form of releasing tension too.
Photo from Matahom Paradise Villas Facebook Page
Photo from Matahom Paradise Villas Facebook Page
Photo from Matahom Paradise Villas Facebook Page
The resort has variety of options, to wit: kayak, jet ski, flyfish, diablo and speedboat. These are must-try’s and you should never let your day here pass by without trying these exciting and refreshing thrills while beating the heat of summer.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
ROOM RATES:
Chada Package: P12,000
good for 7 persons (front villa + 2 rooms)
free breakfastand use of resort amenities
free use of 1 kayak for 30 minutes
Maganda Package: P8,500
good for 2-3 persons (front villa only)
free breakfastand use of resort amenities
Regular Room: P1,800
good for 2 persons
with breakfast
is only available for rent if you will book either their ‘Chada’ or ‘Maganda’ Package
BY BUS: From Cebu North Bus Terminal, ride a bus bound for Kawit, Medellin. Instruct the driver that you’re dropping off at Villa Edar Beach Resort. Matahom Paradise Villas is before Villa Edar and a tarpaulin can be seen along the road.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Villa Edar Beach Resort” in Kawit, Medellin. Parking space is available.
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 April 16, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 221 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 59 new recoveries, and 3 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 48,904, while the active cases increased to 3,850 (from 3,692).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 22,662 (+82 new) – Total recoveries: 20,646 (+1 new) – Total deaths: 825 (+0 new) – Active cases: 1,191
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 5,996 (+36 new) – Total recoveries: 4,993 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 151 (+1 new) – Active cases: 852
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 6,097 (+29 new) – Total recoveries: 5,273 (+47 new) – Total deaths: 205 (+0 new) – Active cases: 619
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 14,149 (+74 new) – Total recoveries: 12,361 (+11 new) – Total deaths: 600 (+2 new) – Active cases: 1,188
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 3,850
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 48,904 (+221 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 43,273 (+59 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,781 (+3 new*)
A total of 3,542 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.
Surrender to your tuslob-buwa cravings and make it more fun and exciting by visiting Buwaan sa Dagat in Talisay City, Cebu.
Buwaan sa Dagat offers an innovative and unique way of enjoying our favorite Cebuano treat – tuslob-buwa – by letting its guests sit on the mat laid on the sand. It’s a fun thing to do especially when the food is shared with good friends. Hearty meals always create happy talks with friends and loved ones and in Buwaan sa Dagat, you are guaranteed of an unforgettable dining experience.
Photo from Buwaan SA DAGAT Facebook Page
Photo from Buwaan SA DAGAT Facebook Page
Photo from Buwaan SA DAGAT Facebook Page
Photo by Liv G. Campo
The cold sea breeze makes the al fresco dining more refreshing, not to mention the trees that surround the entire place. Dipping your puso into the bubbly paste while you allow yourself to get lost in the sight of the lights is truly one-of-a-kind experience. It gets extra special when you have an ice-cold drink on the side.
Buwaan sa Dagat is perfect for those who want to relax themselves from a stressful day. All groups are welcome here – families, barkadas, officemates, classmates, couples. Many have already tried their best-tasting tuslob-buwa. Aside from this food, they also offer other equally famous street foods like chicken pruben, tempura, fried chicken, and a lot more. Everyone had always left the place with a smile and a full stomach.
Photo by Liv G. Campo
Photo by Liv G. Campo
Photo by Liv G. Campo
Beach Activities
To best entertain everyone, Buwaan sa Dagat occasionally hosts beach activities like fire dancing. Not just that, they also offer special discounted rated during special days.
Tuslob-buwa is an exotic food that originated in Brgy. Pasil, Cebu City. It is made from a pig’s brain, soy sauce and some oil that are mixed together. To add flavor, spices like onions, garlic, chili, and shrimp paste are also added to the mixture. It is best enjoyed with puso (hanging rice) and its name is derived from the way it is being eaten. Tuslob means “to dip” and buwa “bubbles”; hence, it’s to dip into the bubbly mixture that serves like a gravy.
Photo from Buwaan SA DAGAT Facebook Page
Photo from Buwaan SA DAGAT Facebook Page
Photo from Buwaan SA DAGAT Facebook Page
Tuslob-buwa hubs have sprouted like mushrooms all around Cebu. Buwaan sa Dagat is one of those few who are offering new ways to enjoy this delicacy which we can call a Cebuano trademark.
Exact location: Pooc Sitio Maharlika, Talisay City, Cebu — approx. 25 minutes away from SM Seaside City Cebu
BY COMMUTE: From Cebu City, you can ride any jeepney or bus bound to Talisay City and tell the driver to drop you at Tabunok, Talisay. Ride a tricycle bound to Pooc and tell the driver to drop you at the “kapilya” near Pooc Sitio Maharlika. From there, you can ask people around how to get to Buwaan sa Dagat.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Buwaan sa Dagat” in Talisay City, Cebu. Parking space is available.
Sunrises signify the start of the beginning of the day and a new hope of being blessed with another day to live your life.
Despite them happening 365 days a year, they never fail to bring warmth and care to every person watching the sun emerge from its slumber. When the light of the sun starts to break the sky, everyone is filled with motivation to start the day and fulfill their purpose in life.
Sunrise can be easily seen with a quick search in YouTube or Google but the emotions that the sunrise brings while watching it in person is second to none. It just overwhelms you with a plethora of feelings that you can’t explain except the feeling of gratitude that you get to live another day.
With multiple beaches and towering mountains and peaks that are scattered on every nook and cranny of Cebu, there are a select few that provide a seat to watch the breathtaking and heartwarming rising of the sun.
Set your morning alarms and explore these top 5 places to watch sunrise in Cebu.
Busay does not only possess a stunning panoramic view of the city and the mountains surrounding it but if you stay in the mountain tops then you’ll be able to witness the sun rising from the horizon over the city. Watch how the city slowly wakes up as the sun slowly reaches its peak and it shines its bright light over the beautiful Cebu.
With the mountain destination being a haven of relaxation, there are many establishments from which sunrise-chasers would be able to watch. They could book a room in Mountain View Resort and wait for the morning sun or if they have their own vehicles, travel really early to Tops and wait for the fog to clear to reveal the view and the sun. Overnight camping is also a choice if they decide to go trekking the night before to Chalet Hills.
2. The Holiday Islands of Sumilon, Malapascua, and Bantayan
Photo from Kota Beach Facebook Page
It’s already common knowledge that Cebu also boasts of majestic and pristine islets that boast of stunning underwater views and relaxing tropical experiences. Holiday Islands such as Sumilon, Malapascua, and Bantayan are prime examples of a premium tropical experience that possesses luxurious accommodations with top-tier service for those who can afford it. What better way to experience the warmth and beauty of a sunrise by basking yourself in the fine, white sands of their beaches and their lavish resorts.
3. Panoramic Views in Eli Rock View Deck and Osmeña Peak
Photo by Kurt Janssen Sapilan
Neriza Paz Caballero
Cebu is blessed with majestic peaks that are surrounded by the pristine and unadulterated nature and breathtaking views of verdant mountains. With the number of mountains and high peaks in Cebu, the island is basically a treasure trove of sunrise and sunset watching destinations.
Eli Rock View Deck and Osmeña Peak are good examples of beautiful places to wait for sunrise. Aside from the stunning views and soothing breeze that they possess, they have unobstructed views from which sunrise-catchers will be able to have a full view of the morning event. This just gives tourists and travelers more reasons to visit and discover the multiple peaks present in the island.
Early mornings are the best time to jog and many locals and residents love to jog in the new Mactan Bridge and by the roadside of SRP. One thing that both have in common are its unobstructed and lovely views of the ocean.
The Mactan Channel, also known as the Opon Channel, is the strait that divides the main island of Cebu from the smaller Mactan Island. There are two bridges that cross the channel which are the Mactan-Mandaue Bridge and the Marcelo Fernan Bridge which both connect Mandaue, Lapu-Lapu, and Mactan Island. Many vehicles pass across the bridge to travel to and from Cebu City.
Aside from commuters and drivers, the Marcelo Fernan Bridge is also a common morning jogging spot that many locals include in their jogging routes. It is a great spot to watch sunrise with the Mactan Channel connecting into the outer sea surrounding Cebu. It’s elevation also gives it a great view of the mountains and the city making it a beautiful spot to watch a sunrise. Joggers will have livelier mornings as they jog across the bridge with a clear view of the sun rising over the city and mountains.
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 April 15, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 201 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 144 new recoveries, and 1 new death. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 48,686, while the active cases increased to 3,692 (from 3,625).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 22,577 (+66 new) – Total recoveries: 20,645 (+4 new) – Total deaths: 825 (+0 new) – Active cases: 1,107
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 5,960 (+29 new) – Total recoveries: 4,993 (+26 new) – Total deaths: 150 (+0 new) – Active cases: 817
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 6,071 (+26 new) – Total recoveries: 5,226 (+44 new) – Total deaths: 205 (+0 new) – Active cases: 640
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 14,078 (+80 new) – Total recoveries: 12,352 (+70 new) – Total deaths: 598 (+1 new) – Active cases: 1,128
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 3,692
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 48,686 (+201 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 43,216 (+144 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,778 (+1 new*)
A total of 3,067 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.
Steep mountains and ranges with an elevation of more than 2,500 meters above sea level hold in its peaks a natural phenomenon that many travelers and mountain hikers look forward to – the sea of clouds.
Luckily for Sugboanons, one of the many mountains in the island allows for anyone to experience the breathtaking sea of clouds regardless of gear or experience. All they need are a few gears and the excitement to witness the sea of clouds.
Photo from Choya Bai Facebook Page
Photo from Choya Bai Facebook Page
Photo by Trecia Marette
Photo by Trecia Marette
Photo by Trecia Marette
Photo by Shaira Shane
Mt. Naupa is a mountain with an almost-perfect cone and stands as the highest peak in Naga. It stands at only around 587 meters above sea level. Despite being barely 1000 meters above sea level, the mountain occasionally has a sea of clouds. With Mt. Naupa being one of the most accessible mountains in Cebu, this also makes it the most accessible viewing point to witness a sea of clouds.
Easy and straightforward trail
Mt. Naupa is considered as the 8th highest mountain in Central Visayas but despite that, it is also one of the most recommended mountains to climb because of its easy and straightforward trail. It’s even recommended for beginners because of how easy it is to climb. The trail is easy yet heart-pumping enough to excite budding climbers. Veteran mountaineers can finish climbing the mountain for about 30 minutes and it may take beginners about an hour or so to reach the top. Due to the reasons mentioned above, Mt. Naupa has become a famous destination among adventure-seekers and casual hikers.
Photo by Shaira Shane
Photo by Shaira Shane
Photo by Trecia Marette
Photo from Choya Bai Facebook Page
Photo from Choya Bai Facebook Page
Photo from Choya Bai Facebook Page
Like any mountain trail in Cebu, Mt. Naupa keeps a rewarding view at the top for everyone that climbs it. Mt. Naupa has an irresistible display of nature’s beauty and a breathtaking view of verdant rolling mountains. Grassy fields and refreshing mountain breeze await mountain climbers at the top – the perfect break from the stresses of the city. When the sun sets, dramatic shades of red and orange paint the sky and pair perfectly with the rolling hills of Naga. Overnight is definitely an option for those who want to experience the sea of clouds or just immerse themselves in the starry skies and natural views at the peak.
There are guides, mostly kids, who offer their services but due to the paths being mostly established already, it’s hard to get lost in Mt. Naupa. For those who do get lost, the residents are more than willing to help everyone find their way back to the trail. Small stores just along the trail sell snacks and refreshments to help re-energize those who become tired during the climb.
Photo by Jhaz Owerta
Photo by Shaira Shane
Photo by Sarah Jean Katigbak
Photo by Sarah Jean Katigbak
Photo from Choya Bai Facebook Page
Mt. Naupa is very accessible to everyone in Cebu and can be reached in just 30 minutes to 1 hour by car
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
Fees:
Entrance fee: P25 per head
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact location: City of Naga, Southern Cebu — approx. 1.5-2 hours away from Cebu City.
BY BUS: Find your way to the Cebu South Bus Terminal. From there, ride a bus that’s bound for Carcar City and ask the driver to drop you off in Tungkop, Minglanilla. Your landmark is the Sister of Mary School in Minglanilla at the right side of the road. Look for Lolo Tinong’s Bakeshop and you may ride a motorcycle from there going to the drop off area in Brgy. Cogon, just tell your driver you’re going to Mt. Naupa.
A day at an island to soothe one’s tired body, sole, and soul. That’s something many of us long for nowadays.
Olango Island located in Lapu Lapu City is a not-so far option yet still promises world-class beach and island experience, a trademark of Cebu province. Located in this island is a resort that is sure to capture your heart and attention – Sagastrand Beach Resort
Photo from Sagastrand Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Sagastrand Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Sagastrand Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Sagastrand Beach Resort is located in the Bas Daku, Olango Island, Lapu-Lapu City. The resort’s theme fuses elegant European themes with local Filipino culture. The resort exudes elegance, giving your island getaway a grand touch. They have several garden view rooms and a seaview suite. But for larger groups or families, they have 2 houses with 3-4 bedrooms that can surely accommodate large groups.
Garden area with two swimming pools
Aside from their high-end accommodations, they have a garden area with two large saltwater swimming pools as the center of attraction. Surrounding the pool is a well-maintained flower garden that gives the resort a more vibrant hue. The sunset view by the pool is enchanting. Aside from the pool, you also have the option to go swimming in their 75-meter white sand beach for some seawater action.
Photo from Sagastrand Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Sagastrand Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Sagastrand Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Sagastrand Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Sargastrand Restaurant
Sagastrand is also popular for its restaurant. Located beside the resort’s pool, the Sagastrand restaurant offers both Filipino and international dishes that are sure to make you crave for a second serving. You can also eat at their beach hut during lunch to enjoy the quiet surroundings.
The resort also has a lot of activities to offer to their guests. They can help arrange a diving trip for you to a nearby fish sanctuary or a shipwreck. They can also arrange for snorkelling adventure or a motorbike tour around the island. They have a private boat (named “Lena”) that can be used for island hopping or you can choose to walk towards the nearby Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary.
Photo from Sagastrand Beach Resort & Restaurant Facebook Page
Exact location: Bas Daku, San Vicente, Olango Island, Lapu Lapu City — approx. 1.5 hours away from Cebu City.
BY JEEPNEY: Head on to Parkmall’s PUV terminal. Ride a jeep bound for Punta Egano. Instruct the driver to drop you off at Movenpick Hotel. Alongside the hotel is the Hilton Port (Movenpick Port). From there, reserve a trip for Santa Rosa Port (fare of around P15). Travel time to Santa Rosa is around 20-30 minutes. Upon arrival at the said port, you can hire a motorbike to get you to Sagastrand Beach Resort (fare is around P50).
BY GRAB CAR OR TAXI: From Cebu City, you can conveniently hail a taxi or grab car to Movenpick Port. Fare will be around P150-P200.
