Getaways – whether it’s with friends, family, or just on your own – are a vital part of taking care of ourselves and ensuring that we take care of our mental health. Pyramid Ocean View offers an affordable way to enjoy vacations without ever having to sacrifice too much just to take a break.
Pyramid Ocean View is a new destination in Punta Engaño with a novel way of enjoying the seaside views in Lapu-Lapu City. The thing that makes them most unique are their Pyramid Cabins. The name of this resort is inspired from these small, affordable cabins that are facing the sea while providing just the right amount of space where the family can rest.
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These pyramid cabins are made of wood and are makeshift tents but are much more comfortable and secure than actual tents. With the pyramid cabins, guests will be able to relax while still experiencing the refreshing sea breeze of the ocean and the lulling sounds of the waves crashing on the shore.
Aside from the pyramid cabins, guests are also allowed to bring actual tents if they want an authentic seaside camping experience. There is ample space close to the sea where they can set up their tents and they can still have the same experience as those in the pyramid cabins. For those who prioritize their comfort, there are also air-conditioned rooms available in the resort.
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Pyramid Ocean View is the perfect resort for big groups of families who want an affordable camping experience by the sea. They have an ocean view cottage which could fit the entire group as well as tables and chairs that are ready if they want to have a feast. Charcoal grills and stoves are free to use anytime they need it so guests wouldn’t have to worry about their food as long as they have the ingredients to cook. Filipino guests will surely love the unlimited karaoke that comes with the package deals.
Pyramid Ocean View is fully equipped with everything to make a get-together fun and memorable.
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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
Exclusive Package Deal:
Day Use: P3,700, from 9AM to 5PM
Night Use: P3,700, from 6PM to 8AM
Overnight: P4,500, from 9AM to 8AM
Inclusions:
Good for 20 persons, P20 per additional person
4 Mini Pyramid Cabin, good for 2-3 persons including children
Exact location: Sitio Santa Lucia, Punta Engaño, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu — approx. 25 minutes away from the Mactan-Cebu International Ariport.
BY CAR/PRIVATE VEHICLE: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Emerald Resort” in Punta Engaño, Lapu-lapu. This is the closest landmark to Pyramid Ocean View. Before the turn going to Pyramid Ocean View, there is Victory Chapel Christian Center which is immediately followed by the sign “Ronie’s Pyramid Beach”. Enter this road and drive straight to the beach.
Be sure to contact the owner of the resort beforehand before going to Lapu-lapu. If you are unsure where you are going, contact the owner again to help you find your way to the resort.
On Sunday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of March 14, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 256 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 113 new recoveries, and 0 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 41,219, while the active cases increased to 6,391 (from 6,248).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 19,740 (+91 new) – Total recoveries: 16,322 (+2 new) – Total deaths: 768 (+0 new) – Active cases: 2,650
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 4,925 (+41 new) – Total recoveries: 3,684 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 129 (+0 new) – Active cases: 1,112
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 4,962 (+50 new) – Total recoveries: 3,617 (+61 new) – Total deaths: 190 (+0 new) – Active cases: 1,155
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 11,592 (+74 new) – Total recoveries: 9,616 (+50 new) – Total deaths: 502 (+0 new) – Active cases: 1,474
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,391
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 41,219 (+256 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 33,239 (+113 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,589 (+0 new*)
A total of 1,766 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.
Timed with the epic celebration of 500 years of Christianity in the Philippines, eight 40-meter-high crosses are rising 100 meters over the Mactan Channel and most of Cebu City in April this year.
The observance harks back to that memorable event when Christianity was first introduced to Cebu by the planting of a cross and the baptism of its people by Spaniards led by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan. It happened a few weeks after they arrived in the Philippines in March 1521.
The Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC) through its subsidiary Cebu Cordova Link Expressway Corporation (CCLEC), builder of the 8.5-kilometer Cebu-Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX), has already began building eight structures in the shape of a cross, inspired by the 500-year-old Magellan’s Cross and symbolizes Cebu being the cradle of Christianity in the region.
THE CROSS AT NIGHT. The eight crosses on top of the CCLEX pylons will be illuminated by hundreds of LED strip lights.
The installation of eight crosses on top of the CCLEX pylons will be completed and illuminated by hundreds of LED strip lights before the historic commemoration.
CCLEX will be part of the quincentennial commemorative celebrations in April 2021, with its eight 40-meter high crosses on all four sides of each of the twin towers. These will be lit at night, dramatically proclaiming once again Christianity’s influence in the Asia’s first Christian nation.
In the evening of April 15, 2021, Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma will lead the blessing of the CCLEX’s crosses as part of the Archdiocese of Cebu’s 500 Year of Christianity celebration. This comes a day after the reenactment of the first baptism mass at the Magellan’s Cross.
“The crosses above CCLEX is a symbol of celebration. The crosses, having no corpus or body, is ecumenical (universal, all-embracing),”
– Fr. Mhar Balili, secretary general of the Archdiocese of Cebu’s 500 Year of Christianity celebration
“With the cross-shaped structures lit up above the twin pylon of CCLEX, we are honored to become part of the commemorations of a historical chapter in the lives of our countrymen,”
– MPTC President Rodrigo E. Franco
40-METER HIGH. The crosses mark Cebu’s important role as cradle of Christianity.
CCLEC President and General Manager Allan G. Alfon said “Despite the constructional challenges because of the health and safety protocols being observed due to Covid-19, our team is doing their best to complete this most anticipated infrastructure project in Cebu and the rest of the Visayas region as soon as possible.”
“From the beginning, we have always known the socio-economic impact of CCLEX to the entire Visayan region,”
– MPTC Chairman Manuel “Manny” V. Pangilinan
The CCLEX, being built at a project cost of P30 billion, spans the Mactan Channel, linking mainland Cebu from Cebu City with the town across the famed channel, notably Cordova in Mactan island.
As of January 2021, the overall Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract of CCLEX is at 68.21 percent while construction progress alone is at 59.68 percent.
The project’s concrete pylons on the side of Cebu City and Cordova have been completed and reached their full structural height of 145 meters over Mactan Channel. With continuing dismantling of the self-climbing formworks, the crosses on top of the pylons are now visible.
CCLEX is being implemented by CCLEC under a joint venture agreement with the local governments of Cebu City and Municipality of Cordova.
BLESSING. Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma will lead the blessing of CCLEX’s crosses as part of the Archdiocese of Cebu’s 500 Years of Christianity celebration.
Set to be a new landmark in the country, CCLEX will have two lanes in each direction that will provide a safe, quick and scenic passage to an estimated 50,000 vehicles daily, easing the traffic in the existing Marcelo Fernan Bridge and the Mandaue-Mactan Bridge.
CCLEX has a design speed of 80 kilometers per hour (kph) and a navigational clearance or height of 51 meters to allow large vessels to pass underneath the bridge.
CCLEC is a subsidiary company of MPTC, the toll road arm of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC), which is a publicly listed infrastructure holding company, and a member of the MVP Group of Companies.
MPTC is the largest toll road concessionaire and operator in the Philippines, whose expansion goals include establishing toll operations in the Visayas, other parts of the Philippines, and in neighboring countries notably Vietnam and Indonesia.
The Philippine passport has seen big improvements and progress over the years. In fact, as of 2020, passport holders can visit 67 destinations visa-free.
According to the latest Henley & Partners Passport Index, this makes our country’s passport the 76th most powerful passport in the world out of 199 countries. The passport also serves as a valid identification in various ways that need a valid ID such as getting a driver’s license.
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However, many people still do not have a passport for themselves, perhaps because of ignorance of the procedure. Thus, here is a step-by-step guide on getting your very own passport.
1. Prepare Your Requirements
Before everything else, make sure you have the necessary requirements so that you will not have any trouble when applying for your passport. One of these requirements is your Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Authenticated Birth Certificate, both original and photocopied.
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You must also make sure to bring with you a valid ID, along with a photocopy of it, deemed acceptable by the DFA. Here is a list of acceptable IDs as of 2020.
Social Security System (SSS) Card
Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) Card
Unified Multi-Purpose Identification (UMID) Card
Land Transportation Office (LTO) Driver’s License. Student Permit may be accepted if in card format.
Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Voter’s ID or Voter’s Certificate issued from COMELEC main office in Intramuros, Manila (Certificates issued in COMELEC’s regional offices may require further verification. Applicants are requested to present NBI or police clearance along with the Voter’s Certificate).
Philippine National Police (PNP) Permit to Carry Firearms Outside Residence
Senior Citizen ID
Airman License (issued August 2016 onwards)
Philippine Postal ID (issued November 2016 onwards)
Seafarer’s Record Book (SRB) (*must be issued Feb 2020 onwards) issued by the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA)
Valid or Latest Passport (For Renewal of Passport)
For minor applicants, School ID OR Certificate of Enrolment with photo of minor and dry seal of school may be presented
The first step in acquiring your passport after you have secured your requirements is to secure an online appointment through the DFA’s website [https://www.passport.gov.ph/appointment]. Here, you can choose your preferred site location and time of appointment.
Follow through the instructions and fill in the necessary fields marked by a red asterisk to go through the process. You also need a working email address that you can access because you will provide an email address for the system to send automated messages regarding the process. The online appointment is a first-come, first-serve basis and you should be quick to secure a schedule especially if your area is populated, such as the case for Cebu.
You can choose between starting an individual appointment or a group appointment. An individual appointment is recommended if you are the only one applying for a passport. If you have friends or a group with you, start a group appointment.
3. Pay the passport fee
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During your online appointment, you are to choose a payment method for your passport fee. It will show you a list of available authorized payment centers or channels where you can pay it, along with the necessary total amount of the fee. Choose whichever is most convenient for you. You can also pay via a debit or credit card.
Most importantly, make sure to pay the passport fee within 48 hours of a successful online appointment. An email will be sent to your email address with a reference number. Present this number to your selected payment center and pay the fee.
The list of payment channels supported by the DFA include:
Bayad Center
EcPay
Pera Hub
Robinsons Business Center and Department Stores
Waltermart Department Store
7-Eleven
USCC (Western Union)
Villarica Pawnshop
Credit/Debit card
After paying, keep the receipt. You will be sent another email message confirming your payment along with attached documents that you will need to print and present. Follow the instructions inside the email message.
4. Proceed to your selected site on your selected date and time
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Proceed to your selected appointment location on your selected date and time. Ensure that you will arrive on time as being late will not get you to your appointment and you will not get accommodated. To be safe, make sure to arrive 30 minutes or so before your appointed time.
Make sure to wear appropriate attire as you will have your picture taken during the process. Remember to wear a face mask and face shield and observe social distancing. Minors need to be accompanied by an adult companion. Do not forget to bring with you the necessary documents that you have printed to present to the DFA. Do not forget to bring the requirements as well mentioned in Step 1.
5. Present your documents and get your picture taken
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Once it is your time, a DFA representative will ask for the needed documents such as receipts, valid IDs, passport form, etc. Once they are confirmed and verified, you will proceed to get your picture along with your fingerprint taken.
Follow through the instructions of the DFA during the process and do not hesitate to ask questions if you are confused about the process or if you do not know where to go next.
6. Claim your passport
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Once you are done with the process, the DFA will instruct you on how to get your passport. There are two ways to claim your passport.
The DFA office will give you a claim stub or official receipt with a date on when to claim your passport. During said date, you can claim it at the Passport Releasing section. If you’re not available to personally claim your passport, you can ask a representative to do it on your behalf, provided that you execute a Special Power of Attorney in a new tab. containing the reason/s why you aren’t able to claim it yourself.
Via courier service: wait for your passport to be delivered to your mailing address approximately 1 to 2 weeks after your application. In case you won’t be available to receive it personally, a representative must show the claim stub/Official receipt, an authorization letter with your signature, and valid IDs of both you and the said representative.
Rates & Other Information
Necessary Fees:
Passport Fee: The passport fee is P1200, but may increase or decrease depending on the DFA.
Courier Service (Optional): P150
Other Information:
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the process, you can visit their website [https://consular.dfa.gov.ph/] to check if your concern can be answered.
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 March 13, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 384 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 470 new recoveries, and 8 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 40,963, while the active cases decreased to 6,248 (from 6,341).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 19,649 (+146 new) – Total recoveries: 16,320 (+322 new) – Total deaths: 768 (+2 new) – Active cases: 2,561
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 4,884 (+45 new) – Total recoveries: 3,684 (+98 new) – Total deaths: 129 (+3 new) – Active cases: 1,071
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 4,912 (+67 new) – Total recoveries: 3,556 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 190 (+0 new) – Active cases: 1,166
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 11,518 (+126 new) – Total recoveries: 9,566 (+50 new) – Total deaths: 502 (+3 new) – Active cases: 1,450
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,248
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 40,963 (+384 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 33,126 (+470 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,589 (+8 new*)
A total of 2,768 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.
Do you miss the warm sea breeze, the sound of the crashing waves, the tan lines, the sun kissed hair, the sand between your toes, and whatnot? Do you miss the feeling of being “beach happy”?
Fortunately, Cebu offers numerous beach destinations which you can pay a visit under the new normal. One of the most popular is Bantayan Island known as the mini “Boracay” because of its fine white sand.
Well, if you are thinking about the expenses, worry not because there are lots of cheap resorts around the island, so finding one would not be a problem. Here are some of the affordable places where you can spend your nights at:
1. Sunday Flower (SF) Cantina
SF Cantina offers several amenities like restaurant, bar, and garden. Each room has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. Aside from the free parking area, the resort also provides bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.
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Photo from Hotels.com
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Rates & Other Information
Room Rates:
Standard Twin Room – Price starts at P1,900/night
Double Room with Balcony and Seaview – Price starts at P2,000/night
Exact Location: 232 Batiancila Street, Pooc, Bantayan Island
2. Sunrise Beach Club Resort
Sunrise Beach Club Resort is known for its fantastic beach front location. Guests recommend this resort also because it is only a walking distance from cafes, bars, restaurants.
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Exact Location: C. Batiancila Street, 6047 Bantayan Island
3. Hutkins Beach
Hutkins Beach features a garden and free WiFi. All guest rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchenette, a dining area and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a bidet, and a shower.
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Photo from Hutkins cottages and beach front Facebook Page
Photo from Hutkins cottages and beach front Facebook Page
Photo from Hutkins cottages and beach front Facebook Page
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Rates & Other Information
Room Rates:
Deluxe Room with Balcony – Price ranges from P1,125/night to P1/500/night
Exact Location: beachfront of Villaceran Street 101, 6047 Bantayan Island
4. Mayet Beach Resort
It features a garden, a 24/7 front desk, a restaurant, etc. The resort also offers free WiFi and free private parking. All rooms include air conditioning and a private bathroom.
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Rates & Other Information
Room Rates:
Standard Triple Room – Price starts at P1,800/night
Standard Quadruple Room – Price starts at P2,000/night
Exact Location: Batiancila Street, Santa Fe, Bantayan Island
5. Amihan Beach Cabanas
Amihan Beach Cabanas has a restaurant, bar, a garden and private beach area in Bantayan Island. It also offers a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom, and a seating area.
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Rates & Other Information
Room Rates:
Deluxe Bungalow w/ Garden View – Price starts at P2,800/night
Deluxe Bungalow w/ Sea View – Price starts at P3,000/night
Exact location: A. Batobalonos Street, Bantayan Island, Cebu
6. Carl‘s Island Inn
Carl‘s Island Inn has a bar, garden, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. Free private parking is available, and the hotel also features bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.
Photo from Carl’s Island Facebook Page
Photo from Carl’s Island Facebook Page
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Photo from Carl’s Island Facebook Page
Photo from Carl’s Island Facebook Page
Photo from Carl’s Island Facebook Page
Rates & Other Information
Room Rates:
Double Room with Balcony – Price starts at P1,950/night
Superior Double Room – Price starts at P2,200/night
Superior Quadruple Room – Price starts at P2,200/night
Deluxe Bungalow with Garden View – Price starts at P2,600/night
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony – Price starts at P2,600/night
Exact Location: C. Batiancila Street, Bantayan Island
7. Althea Mini Beach Resort
Althea mini beach resort offers accommodation with free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a restaurant and a bar.Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. If you would like to discover the area, snorkelling and fishing are possible in the surroundings and Althea mini beach resort can arrange a bicycle rental service.
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Photo from Althea Beach Resort and Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Althea Beach Resort and Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Althea Beach Resort and Restaurant Facebook Page
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Photo from Althea Beach Resort and Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Althea Beach Resort and Restaurant Facebook Page
Photo from Althea Beach Resort and Restaurant Facebook Page
Rates & Other Information
Room Rates:
Budget Double Room – Price starts at P800/night
Family Room – Price starts at P1,600/night
Family Room with Sea View – Price starts at P2,000/night
Exact Location: Talisay santa fe cebu, Bantayan Island, Cebu
Travel Requirements
The Cebu Provincial Government has eased the travel requirements, but they advise travelers to secure a prior appointment or booking confirmed from the desired resort or travel destination.
It’s also important to observe the minimum health requirements such as:
Must always wear face mask & face shield
Must always observe social distancing
If you’re from outside Cebu and wish to travel, a negative swab test and other travel documents are no longer needed in Cebu Province (including Bantayan Island), Mandaue City, and Lapu-Lapu City.
HOW TO GET THERE?
Buses that will bring you to Bantayan Island are found at the North Bus Terminal. Take the bus going to Hagnaya. Travel time is approximately 3 hours. From Hagnaya take the Express Ferry Boat to Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island. Travel time is approximately 1-hour ride to Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island. A Ro-Ro vessel from Hagnaya to Santa Fe is also available.
FARE
Bus – P175 per way / P350 roundtrip (20% discount for students, present School ID)
Ferry & Terminal Fee – P185 + 10 per way / P390 roundtrip
Fares may change without prior notice.
BUS SCHEDULE
Location: North Bus Terminal at the open parking lot of SM City Cebu
Bus Trip from North Bus Terminal (Cebu City) to Hagnaya Port: approx. 3.5-4 hours travel time
Ferry Trip
Ferry Trip from Hagnaya Port to Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island: approx. 1 hour travel time
Source: portsandferries.com
“To go out with the setting sun on an empty beach is to truly embrace your solitude.”
With all that is happening in this pandemic, our pets deserve a trip to the mall, and Ayala Malls Central Bloc thought so too. This March, the mall is opening its doors to make way for the cutest four-legged shoppers.
No more worrying about leaving your pets at home when you shop at Ayala Malls Central Bloc in Cebu IT Park. You can now take them with you and enjoy the walks, food, and the shops to visit together.
Ayala Malls Central Block in Cebu IT Park
With only a few Pet Pawlicies to follow, you may enjoy a fun and safe time together.
To ensure your pet’s safety and enjoyment, they must be kept at a safe distance and should also be walked around with a leash and encouraged to wear diapers or a washcloth. For smaller pets, a leash is not necessary if it is carried in a bag or stroller.
Furparents should also clean and look after their pets to avoid them from uprooting plants or digging holes in the Corte or the Garden Row. Only overloaded cuteness should also distract other shoppers and not excessive barking. When going up and down, you may carry small pets when taking the escalator, and opt to take the elevator when you have bigger pets.
To keep you and your pets guided, establishments have signages displayed to establish boundaries, like what point of the store are pets only allowed to enter.
Join the Pawty on March 15 at Ayala Malls Central Bloc as they open the doors for your pawmily. The excitement doesn’t end there, enjoy more perks if you avail of a pet membership.
Register your pets to the The Paw Club and get a fancy pet ID and dog tag for your furbabies. After all, our pets deserve the best as they have also helped us cope better emotionally in these uncertain times.
Ayala Malls Central Bloc will be a pet-friendly mall starting this March 15, 2021.
Exact Location: Padriga Street, Cebu IT ParkNew Operating Hours:
BY BUS: Ride any beep or bus going to Cebu IT Park and ask the driver to drop you off at The Walk or Garden Row.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Ayala Malls central Bloc” in IT Park. Parking space is available.
ABOUT AYALA MALLS CENTRAL BLOC
Ayala Malls Central Bloc is your hip and happening bloc where the balance of work and play thrives. The five-level regional mall is located in the bustling 27-hectare IT Park. It is a project of Central Block Developers Inc. – a subsidiary of Ayala Land Inc.
To know more about Ayala Malls Central Bloc, get the latest updates on their social media pages on Facebook and on Instagram.
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 March 12, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 475 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 171 new recoveries, and 6 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 40,579, while the active cases increased to 6,341 (from 6,099).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 19,503 (+233 new) – Total recoveries: 15,998 (+78 new) – Total deaths: 766 (+1 new) – Active cases: 2,739
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 4,839 (+76 new) – Total recoveries: 3,587 (+0 new) – Total deaths: 126 (+0 new) – Active cases: 1,126
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 4,845 (+69 new) – Total recoveries: 3,556 (+44 new) – Total deaths: 190 (+1 new) – Active cases: 1,099
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 11,392 (+97 new) – Total recoveries: 9,516 (+49 new) – Total deaths: 499 (+4 new) – Active cases: 1,377
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,341
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 40,579 (+475 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 32,657 (+171 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,581 (+6 new*)
A total of 4,244 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.
Camping under the stars with friends is the dream, right?
Well, that dream isn’t really that far for an exclusive use of a whole camp site is just hours away from the city.
Photo by Axel Rose Estacio
Photo by Axel Rose Estacio
Located along Tabogon, Cebu is Pahurahay Campsite that offers you the best 360-degree view of the mountains and the sea. A vast plane of camping ground in the middle of a sea of green is what greets you in the morning. Here you can have a perfect view of the sunrise and also the sunset.
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Treehouse
They have this treehouse/payag with a balcony that is just breathtaking with it perched on a hill and overlooking the whole area. A view deck that is perfect for the gram and all your picturesque needs.
Tabogon which is said to have the Batanes feels because of its beautiful road paths that seem to be embraced by the green land couldn’t be a more perfect setting for that exclusive camping getaway. You just have to bring your own tents and you are all set.
Pahurahay is complete with everything you need.
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Features:
Fully Equipped kitchen free of butane stove, rice cooker, refrigerator, pots and pans, plates and bowls, utensils, glasses, water dispenser and 1 gallon of water.
Free use of pool and tree house
BBQ grill provided
Dining tables with chairs
Cellphone Signal is accessible in the area and the campsite it self
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES:
Overnight camp stay: P2,500 (maximum of 10 pax)
50% DP to reserve your date
Campers bring their own tent
Check in time: 2 PM Check out: 12 NN (the next day)
FREE breakfast (Other food on order basis)
OTHER INFORMATION:
Corkage fee: None (you can bring your own food, groceries and beverages)
Exact location: Paharuhay Campsite, Central Nautical Highway, Upper Caduawan, Tabogon, Northwestern Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from Cebu City.
BY BUS: Ride a bus going to Bogo or San Remegio and ask the driver/conductor to drop you off at Caduawan, Tabogon in between km83-km84
BY CAR/MOTORCYCLE: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Paharuhay Campsite” in Tabogon or you can go to their FB page and click the location link there. Parking space is available.
Living the adult life and surviving the day-to-day challenges is no easy task. Oftentimes, too much work can leave you with nothing left for yourself which may make it hard for you to notice and appreciate the little blessings that come.
Contrary to what many people believe, treating yourself to occasional luxuries and pampering yourself when needed is not actually a waste of money and may even actually help you to have a better perspective in life as well as improve your mood and your relationship with other people.
Like most things, pampering yourself also has its limits especially on the financial spectrum but this guide is here to help you look for the best accommodations that will be able to provide you your money’s worth or even more. Here are 6 resorts in Mactan with rates below P7,000.
DISCLAIMER: These are promo rates available for a limited time only to attract local guests and rates may change without prior notice.
1. Crimson Resort and Spa
Crimson Resort and Spa provides luxuries that allow guests to have an enchanting experience in the rich nature and stunning seaside sceneries surrounding the resort. Spending a night in the resort allows guests to revel in the peace and serenity of Mactan and have an extremely relaxing night all to themselves. Book a night in Crimson Resort and Spa and pamper yourselves with the various luxuries of this 6-hectare beach resort.
RATES AND OTHER INFORMATION
ROOM RATES:
Deluxe Room – P5,000 on weekdays, P5,500 on weekends
Garden Room – P5,500 on weekdays,P6,000 on weekends
Inclusions: Rooms include breakfast for 2 adults and 2 kids below 12 years old plus 20% off on all food and beverages. Villa guests have an extra P1,000 credits for food and beverage as well.
Exact location: Seascapes Resort Town, Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu City – 10 minutes from the Lapu-Lapu Shrine
2. JPark Island Resort and Waterpark
JPark Island Resort and Waterpark is where fun and luxury meet in Mactan. They provide luxurious facilities to its guests that allow them to fully enjoy the lovely sun, sea, and sky views. With a variety of activities and accommodations created to allow guests to have the perfect vacation, JPark Island Resort and Waterpark pampers its guests with both exciting activities that will bring out the kids in them and relaxing facilities that will wash away every ounce of stress in their body. Spend a night in this resort and leave feeling like a new person.
RATES AND OTHER INFORMATION
ROOM RATES:
Deluxe Room – P6,000 per night, good for 2 persons
Inclusions: Room rates include a continental breakfast buffet, the use of water park facilities, and internet access in the rooms and public areas
Exact location: M.L. Quezon Highway, Brgy. Maribago, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu — 15-20 minutes away from Mactan Cebu International Airport.
3. Solea Mactan Resort
Great food, luxurious accommodations, fine white sands, and a various collection of pools unlike anywhere else – all of these things can be experienced in Solea Mactan Resort.
Solea Mactan Resort knows how to give guests the vacation that they’re looking for. They ensure that guests have a marvelous and an experience that returns their money’s worth. Aside from fun and refreshing pools, Solea Mactan Resort also has a panoramic view of the sea that will soothe the guests with lovely seaside views and a calming sea breeze.
RATES AND OTHER INFORMATION
ROOM RATES:
Premiere Garden View – P4,788 per night, good for 2 persons
Premiere Pool View – P5,088 per night, good for 2 persons
Premiere Sea View – P5,388 per night, good for 2 persons
Superior Room – P4,488 per night, good for 2 persons
Premiere City View – P4,488 per night, good for 2 persons
Solea Suite – P6,588 per night, good for 2 persons
NOTE: Guests may pay an additional P500 for a breakfast inclusion.
Exact location: Washing Street, Brgy. Alegria, Cordova, Cebu — 45 minutes away from the city proper, and 30 minutes from Mactan Airport.
4. Tambuli Seaside Resort and Spa
Tambuli Seaside Resort and Spa is the perfect place to experience the beauty and wonder of nature while still being comfortably tucked in the sheets of their bed. A getaway for guests who want that balance between comfort and nature.
The gentle sound of the waves crashing at the shore give a sweet lullaby that will provide the most relaxing vacation and its properly maintained facilities will only make the experience better.
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Photo from Tambuli Seaside Resort and Spa
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Photo from Tambuli Seaside Resort and Spa
RATES AND OTHER INFORMATION
ROOM RATES:
Deluxe Studio Room – P5,680 per night, good for 2 with breakfast
Exact location: Buyong Road, Brgy. Maribago, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu — 15 minutes away from the Mactan Shrine.
5. Cebu White Sands
Located on the east coast of the Mactan Island is the private-owned family resort, Cebu White Sands, where the beaches lining the shore are one of the best in the island. Cebu White Sands offers guests the best place to experience the natural charms of Cebu Island. With an array of activities to make the most out of your stay and quality facilities designed to bring the best comfort to guests, regret will be the last thing you think off at the end of your stay.
Exact location: Maribago Beach, M.L. Quezon Highway, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu — 30 minutes away from the Mactan-Cebu International Airport.
6. Bluewater Maribago Resort
Bluewater Maribago Resort is a triple A resort that’s considered one of the best luxury resorts in Cebu. Pampering yourself has never felt so good with Bluewater Maribago Resort’s various luxury accommodations and exciting activities that bring out the best of Mactan.
Learn the art of doing nothing and yet being able to do everything at the same time through the collection of options you could explore by staying a night in this lovely resort.
