In case you missed it, the Pasil Fish Market officially reopened to marketgoers at midnight on August 29, 2020 after three months of closure due to the outbreak of COVID-19 disease in the nearby settlements and for the edifice’s renovation.
The City government spent around P4.9 million to improve the Pasil Fish Market. It facilitated the replacement of the market’s old roof, made improvements on all of its fish stalls and cleaned some of the surrounding areas.
Market Administrator Ervin Cabales assured that all areas of the market are now well lit after the mayor ordered the lighting of Pasil Fish Market to ensure the safety of both vendors and marketgoers.
In May, the said market was closed to the public after the outbreak of Covid-19 in barangays Suba and Pasil.
Phase 2: Modern Boardwalk
By the looks of its construction, the new Pasil-Suba Fish Market is almost complete. The seawall in the area will be enhanced by adding a boardwalk.
Once completed, the new and modern Pasil-Suba Fish Market is eyed to attract more local and foreign tourists not just for seafood buys but also for the beautiful boardwalk with seafood restaurants and possibly souvenir shops.
The 2nd phase is expected to completed by first quarter of 2021.
The public is advised to behave and observe proper health protocols when going to the Pasil Fish Market. Stalls are arranged with at least three meters distance each to ensure compliance with social distancing requirements.
According to Cabales, face masks will be required inside the market as well as quarantine passes.
He also assured that there are handwashing areas for regular disinfection, monitoring for social distancing, and other anti-COVID-19 measures.
He further added that a “one-entrance-one-exit” policy will be implemented to ensure the smooth movement of people in the area.
In a report from Cebu Daily News, the fish market is open from Mondays to Saturdays. It will be closed for disinfection on Sundays.
PASIL FISH MARKET HISTORY
Pasil Fish Market was established in 1921 and deals primary in fresh fish sourced from the Visayan Sea, Samar Sea, Camotes Sea and Bohol Strait.
Originally, fish traders from Cebu, Bohol, and other Cebu municipalities were the main suppliers of fish in Pasil, aside from the fish caught by local fishers in the coastal barangays of Cebu City. With limited stocks, the market expanded to accommodate bigger fish traders from Mindanao and other parts of the Visayas who brought in tons of fish and other marine products via cargo trucks.
Since then, it has become the central hub for fish trading and the primary drop-off point for fish catch within Cebu and the neighboring islands. Many local traders from various municipal markets procure fish and other marine products in bulk in this market.
No wonder why it is said to be the largest marketplace for seafood in the Visayas region.
The market was originally part of Barangay Pasil, thus its name. After the city ordinance dividing the barangay into two was approved, it was determined that the market was situated within the boundaries of Barangay Suba. It was later renovated in the 80’s by Cebu City Mayor Tomas Osmeña who also negotiated with the Belgian government for the construction of a nearby fish port.
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact location: Belgium St., Brgy. Suba, Cebu City
BY COMMUTE: Jeeps with routes 17D, 06G and 12G will pass by Pasil Fish Market. Just let the driver know you’re dropping off at Pasil Fish Market.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Pasil Fish Market” in Pasil, Cebu.
The Philippine National Police – Maritime Group (PNP MARIG) further upgraded its ability to respond to crimes with its recent acquisition of 22 units of High Speed Tactical Watercrafts (HSTW).
World-class, modern and durable, these watercrafts are proudly Pinoy-made with its Cebu-based manufacturer.
These HSTWs are made by Dynamic Power & Marine Industrial Hardware, Inc. (Dynacast Shipbuilding), a company located in Barangay Suba, Danao City, Cebu province. These acquisitions by the PNP is a proof that our local boat building industry is indeed capable of producing world-class products that can compete with other international providers.
Features of HSTW
Each HSTW consists of three engines (750 horsepower each), making it reliably stable even at speeds of around 87 kilometres per hour or 47 knots. Each watercraft also has a built-in 7.62 mm machine gun as well as automatic grenade launchers. Brig. Gen. Albert Ferro, the Police Regional Office (PRO) 7 director said that of these 22 HSTWs, 2 will be handed over to PRO 7.
Photo from PRO-7
Ferro mentioned that these HSTWs will be of great help in patrolling the waters around the province, highlighting the incursion of several Abu Sayyaf members in Bohol in the year 2017. That’s why Ferro emphasized that they are planning to work with local government units in order to purchase more HSTWs.
He also mentioned that the rest of the units will be distributed by PNP to other regions in the country, taking pride in the fact that these HSTWs that are up for national distribution are Cebu-made, specifically, from Danao City.
Indeed, these recent products from Cebu are a proof that the province can compete with foreign providers of such watercrafts, and therefore, must be supported to boost the business and income of local providers and workers.
Hidden deep within the island of Cebu is a town called the “People’s Paradise” – Samboan, Cebu. Although Samboan is found at the southernmost tip of Cebu, it is still a worthwhile place to visit because of the many adventures it has to offer.
The town is known for the many but equally majestic waterfalls in its municipality but it is also blessed with other natural wonders and filled with historical landmarks due to its rich history. Combine the must-visit spots with kind and approachable people and Samboan becomes a pleasant town to drop by.
Fall in love with Samboan and rev your wanderlust as we explore six of the many attractions in the town.
1. Dao Falls
Dao Falls is a hidden wonder that is considered the grandest and tallest of all the waterfalls in Samboan. It is located in Brgy. Suba with pristine waters falling from an approximate height of 120 meters – definitely a sight to behold.
This waterfall is a place of solitude with nothing but the sound of water hitting the basin and limestone walls towering on all sides that gives a feeling of security. The trek to the falls isn’t hard but it does require 30 minutes of wading through waters and going around boulders and rocks.
Photo by Nat Luperte
Cherwinn Jawel Jungoy
Fees
Entrance Fee: P20 per person
Tour Guide: P100-P200 per group (not required but recommended)
NOTE:
Wear shoes for trekking or hiking. The trail to the falls is rocky and slippery.
Ride a bus from Cebu South Bus Terminal to Bato/Liloan via Barili or Samboan and remind the driver to drop you off at Dao Eskina. Travel time is around four hours by bus with a fare of less than P200.
From the highway or Dao Eskina, ride a tricycle or a motorcycle to the walking point. The fare is P20/person.
2. Aguinid Falls
Aguinid Falls is another famous waterfall in Samboan and is one of the most beautiful attractions in Cebu Island. This stunning 8-tier waterfall comes from the Tangbo River, which is calcium-rich and gives the falls its light green color.
Unfortunately, no one is allowed to explore all 8 levels and can only go up until the 5th or 6th levels, depending on the skill of the guides. Also, 2 guides are required to accompany groups for safety reasons.
The trek to the waterfalls is also quite the physical adventure because the trail to the waterfalls involves a lot of jumping, climbing ropes, and navigating through knee-deep waters.
Photo by @wanderfulcebuana_
The entrance fee to this waterfall is quite expensive with P300 but most of it goes to securing the safety of visitors. This fee already includes compulsory safety equipment such as wet shoes, helmets and life jackets. The payment for the 2 guides is already covered by the entrance fee.
Fees
Entrance Fee: P300 (Inclusive of safety equipment and 2 tour guides)
NOTE: The trek to the falls WILL get you wet. Remember to bring any waterproof bags if you’re not comfortable leaving your things at the entrance. You can also bring your own waterproof shoes.
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Brgy. Tangbo, Samboan, Cebu
Find your way to Cebu South Bus Terminal. From there, ride a bus bound for Samboan/Bato via Barili and remind the driver to drop you off at Aguinid Falls in Brgy. Tangbo. Look for a signage at a nearby basketball court or ask the locals for directions. From here, you can hire a habal-habal driver to take you to the registration area of Aguinid Falls. There is also a parking space for private vehicles at the registration area.
3. Ponong Lake
Although Samboan is famous as a waterfall town, it has non-waterfall wonders like the Ponong Lake.
Although called a lake, it is actually a lagoon that is made up of 90% sea water that comes from the nearby sea. Surrounding the lagoon are thick forests of mangrove and bakawan trees that also serve as habitats for some of the animals in the lagoon.
There are also fishes swimming around which can be fed with fish food with the permission of the guide. The guides can also take tourists and visitors for a cruise on their bamboo rafts while sharing some interesting facts about the lagoon. An exciting event that happens here is the arrival of the fireflies that light up the place as dusk arrives.
FEES
Entrance Fee: P20 per head
Guide: No standard rate. It can be negotiated with the guides.
NOTE: The bamboo rafts can only be used by the guides. If no guides are available, then no bamboo rafts can be used.
HOW TO GET THERE?
Find your way to the Cebu South Bus Terminal. From there, ride a bus bound for Bato/Oslob. Alight at Bato Terminal and ride a tricycle to Brgy. Poblacion, Samboan. Just inform the driver that you are headed to Ponong Lake.
4. Fantasy Lodge
Aside from breathtaking waterfalls, Samboan is also proud of this garden resort that tourists visit for its Kawa Bath – a hot bath in a big cauldron scented with herbs and flowers. This resort is heavily surrounded by trees and a mountain which creates a very tranquil and relaxing atmosphere. Even the kawa bath highlights the rich natural surroundings with a view of the sea and the sound of chirping of birds pleasantly echoing in the distance. Due to the relaxing atmosphere of the mountains and the breeze from the beach, this place creates the perfect conditions for a mind-numbing massage which no one would be able to resist.
Aside from the Kawa Hot Bath, they have everything that a resort would offer such as food, rooms, and accomodation. Additionally, they have a view deck facing the Negros Islands that’s perfect for reading or just ruminating in peace.
Exact Location: Brgy. Dalahican, Samboan, Cebu – approx. 3 hours from Cebu City
Find your way to the Cebu South Bus Terminal. From there, ride a bus bound for Barili/Samboan. Ask the driver to drop you off at Fantasy Lodge. Parking space is also available at the resort for private vehicles.
5. Museo de Samboan
The Museo de Samboan is a two-story museum in the center of town that is rich in history and displays relics and artifacts that date back to as long as before the Spanish Colonial Period.
The displays are not the only things with history because the building itself is also historically significant since it once served as a municipal jail before being converted into the old municipal hall.
It was then turned into the current museum after the construction of the new municipal hall beside it. Aside from historical objects, it also exhibits paintings of local artists in several galleries and wooden handicrafts by French exporter Fabrice Desvaux. It was inaugurated as a museum during the town’s fiesta in 2010.
6. Campanario de Antigua
Campanario de Antigua is one of many heritage structures scattered around Cebu. This particular structure was a double-purpose tower that acted as a watchtower and an alarm system to protect the place against Muslim raiders.
It was built in 1798 under the supervision of Fr. Toribio Gerzon. With the help of the University of San Carlos’ College of Architecture, the building was able to preserve its coral stone walls and terracotta roofs.
We all crave for a perfect staycation that doesn’t just refreshes the body but also one that rejuvenates the mind and soul.
Bunzie’s Cove in Brgy. Muabog, Tabogon is your dream staycation spot. Considered as the Caribbean of Cebu, the place boasts a distraction-free vacation home complete with natural and nature-inspired embellishment. It also has different types of accommodation that suits perfectly for your family’s overnight stays.
If there’s one thing that this pandemic and the community quarantine had taught us, it’s about appreciating the company of ourselves and our families. Being stuck in the house for so long had made our families closer than ever. Why not celebrate that here? The soothing and calming ambience of the place makes you want to live here forever.
The Accommodation
Its accommodation spaces are satisfying and pleasing. It gives you a rustic theme to complement its Caribbean feels. The place is also furnished with artworks made by local and international artists. With no television nor internet and weak phone signal, you will surely get the chance to take a break from the digital world and just reconnect and commune with nature.
Also, accommodation types are slightly distant from one another, hence, if you’re seeking for a stay with high regards to privacy, you’ll have it here. It’s also complete with a kitchenette except for the payag and the guestroom.
You can cook your own food too or you can ask the people manning the resort to cook them for you for an additional fee.
The Beauty of Nature
And while its private villas are already teeming with beauty and creativity, the natural landscape of the place is also breathtaking. It spoils its guests with panoramic views of the Tabogon Bay and Camotes Sea and a beautiful evening greeted with a great sunset view.
Bunzie’s Cove accommodates both beach lovers and pool lovers. It has its own beach and pools. One pool is near the Main Villa and the other is in their Lookout Beach House. Get those swimsuits and swimming trunks ready and don’t forget to take stunning photos before you take a swim.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
DAY USE:
Entrance Fee: P250 per head
Opening hours: 8:30AM – 4:30PM (weekdays only)
ROOM RATES:
Main Villa: P13,500 (weekday); P16,500 (weekend)
Their Main Villa is one of biggest features which is particularly known for the mural on its high ceiling. As you open the main doors, you can lounge in the couch taking in the great view of the ocean, and the pool. Perfect for the whole family or for your barkada trips as it is good for 10 pax.
Their Lookout Beach House is one of their biggest features as this unit is directly facing the beach. It also has its very own pool, kitchen and shower room. This unit is good for 10 pax.
Seaview Suite: P3,500
The Seaview Suite is facing directly towards the beach and is good for 2 pax.
Apartment: P5,500
Another one of their units nearby their Main Villa is the Apartment. This is good for 5 pax.
Guestroom: P2,800
This unit is near Lookout Beach House and it is good for 4 pax.
Bunzie’s Bar: P3,500
This unit is near Main Villa and it is good for 2 pax.
Exact location: Brgy. Muabog, Tabogon, Cebu — approx. 3 hours away from the city.
BY BUS: Hop on a Tabogon Ceres Bus in North Bust Terminal going to Tabogon. Fare is about Php 94.00. Make sure to tell the conductor that you are heading to Bunzie’s Cove. Drop off exactly at the gate of Bunzie’s Cove.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Bunzie’s Cove 2” in Brgy. Moabog, Tabogon. Parking space is available.
Want some pool time but tired of the plain boring swimming pools you usually see? Ruvi Cave Resort in Minglanilla, Cebu offers a unique twist to the usual resort set-ups and architecture – it is a pool within a cave-like setting that will surely give your pool experience some some stone-age vibes.
One of the main attractions at Ruvi Cave Resort is their wide pool, complete with mini slides for kids. The depth ranges from 4-8 feet, but there is also a kiddie pool that is safe for young swimmers.
At the center of the pool is a concrete bridge that mimics jungle logs and trees. The cottages around the pool have been designed to exude that natural cave vibes too.
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jay-r de la Calzada
Photo by Jemarie Cris Clarke
There is also a view deck where visitors can have a top view of the entire resort. Other amenities in Ruvi Cave Resort include videokes for rent, grilling area, numerous shower rooms, a canteen, and even a wi-fi area! They also have function halls that can cater to large groups (50-120 persons).
For those planning to stay overnight, they have very affordable rooms you can rent out too (prices listed below). Indeed, Ruvi Cave Resort is a perfect unique swimming pool experience!
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
Entrance Fee:
Daytime use: P120 (adults), P60 (children)
Night use: P150 (adults), P80 (children)
Other fees:
Function halls: P10,800 -P15,000
Corkage fee: P100
Grilling area: P40
Cottage & Room Rates:
Cottage fees:
Ordinary cottage 1: P300 (7 persons)
Ordinary cottage 2: P400 (12 persons)
Ordinary cottage 3: P500 (15 persons)
Cave type cottage: P800 (25 persons)
Center cottage: P1,500 (35 persons)
Room rates:
Deluxe room: P1,500 per night (2 persons)
Building room: P1,000 per night (2 persons)
Family room: P2,500 per night (6 persons)
All rooms are equipped with an aircon and television.
BY BUS: From SM City Cebu, ride on a KMK bus for Barangay Tungkop. Fare is at P30. Once you are in Minglanilla proper, you can ride a tricycle to Ruvi Cave Resort (located right across Mary Help of Christian School). Fare is around P10-P15. Another option is to ride a bus bound for Minglanilla stationed at Cebu’s South Bus Terminal instead of a KMK bus in SM.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Ruvi Cave Resort” in Minglanilla. Parking space is available.
The Queen City is undergoing a major makeover with various million-peso projects under the Public-Private Partnership between the Cebu City Government and Saavedra-led company, Megawide. These projects aim to highlight the natural gifts and rich heritage that Cebu City possesses.
One of these projects is the construction of a Modernized Carbon Market that consists of improving multiple key areas near the Carbon vicinity that are envisioned to significantly impact the trade and tourism of the city. The new market will serve as Cebu’s Heritage District and will be composed of a restored Compania Maritama, an improved Freedom Park, and a modernized Carbon Market.
A BETTER MARKET FOR VENDORS
One of the modernization project’s objectives is to be able to help Carbon market vendors by constructing a new market building that will centralize trade of goods in a single space. The population of the Carbon Market consists of about 1,300 stall owners and at least 5,000 ambulant vendors who all depend on their goods for income.
“They (Megawide) are considering the number of these vendors day and night. In fact, they solicited data from us because they want to accommodate all the vendors. Wala’y ma-left out,” mentioned Matuguina, the city market administrator.
The plans for the project include the construction of a new market building for the ambulant vendors from both the day and night market that will become the center of trade in the new heritage district. Aside from that, there will also be parking areas and a “bagsakan” where all the goods will be delivered.
Although there were concerns about additional fees, Matuguina says that the fees they collect from the vendors will not change. The trade center would also help the farmers sell their produce at cheaper prices because the new arrangement wouldn’t involve any middlemen.
CENTER FOR TRAVEL
The new heritage district also includes the construction of new transport and ferry terminals. There will be more convenient land transportation options as the terminal will contain buses that travel to both the Northern and the Southern parts of Cebu. Moreover, travel time to and from the Mactan Cebu International Airport (MCIA) will dramatically improve with a new ferry that will cut straight thru the Mactan Channel to the airport and back.
OTHER PLANS
The new district will also highlight the historical value of the Compania Maritima – an empty neoclassical shell facing the Mactan Channel – and the Freedom Park. There are many plans that have been mentioned and one of these plans is converting the empty building into a walk-in aviary or a museum with cafes.
Lastly, there will also be a new Sto. Niño statue standing at the center of a park which will symbolize the religious belief and festive spirit of the Cebuanos.
PROJECT UPDATES
January 11, 2021: The Cebu City Government finally signed a Joint Venture Agreement today with infrastructure conglomerate Megawide Construction Corp. for the phased redevelopment of the Carbon Public Market. The groundbreaking is planned to take place by late March this year.
Megawide plans to invest 5.5 billion pesos to undertake the first phase of the project.
As new threats arise in the cyberspace, it is important that Information Technology (IT) professionals keep themselves abreast with the right knowledge and latest research on the threat landscape, industry trends and new technologies.
Trend Micro Inc., a global leader in cybersecurity, is bringing DECODE 2020 to the Visayas and Mindanao through its first-ever virtual conference happening on November 10 to 12, 2020.
The premier cybersecurity conference in the country will focus on various topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Protection and Privacy, Cybercrime and Incident Response, and more. These tracks will be presented by renowned industry experts from different parts of the world.
Registration is free and open to all IT professionals.
DECODE aims to share to local technology professionals up-to-date information about cybersecurity and new technologies in order to empower them to secure the digital infrastructures of their organizations, as well as to inspire them to embark on a continuous learning journey.
Trend Micro started this annual cybersecurity conference in 2017 — previously held in Manila — with one common goal which is to spread awareness about the trends in the threat landscape. The company has been organizing the conference to augment the cybersecurity skills gap in the Philippines and maintain its expertise in the industry.
With the theme “ELEVATE! Transform Rapidly, Seamlessly, Securely”, this year’s virtual conference brings a key message to participants to transform securely as new threats arise.
To know more about the virtual conference and to secure your slot for free, visit https://decodeph.com/.
The Poblacion-Dalayday-San Antonio road worth P11.9 million in Boljoon is now open to the public.
While the newly concreted part of this town is open, its improvement for the remaining 14-km road stretch is also underway.
During the town’s 414th founding anniversary on October 31, Governor Gwendolyn Garcia has led the groundbreaking of the P55.1 million road project.
Photo from Cebu Provincial Government
The governor committed that the entire Poblacion-Dalayday-San Antonio road will be concreted next year, 2021.
To improve the 880 kilometers provincial road in the entire Cebu Province is one of Garcia’s priority projects. This is following the national standards of 6.1 meters in width and 9 inches in thickness.
Photo from Cebu Provincial Government
Wilfredo Caminero, second district representative, expressed his gratitude and confidence to Garcia’s passion and dedication to serve the Cebuanos.
Board Member Edsel Galeos, representing the 2nd District of Cebu, vowed to work even harder in the provincial board to support the priority programs of Gov. Garcia which include road concreting, waterworks, hospital upgrade, and rural electrification.
Finally, the Cebuanos’ clamor has been heard after eight long months.
Since the outbreak began in March, public transportation – including jeepneys – has been halted. And even though strict restrictions were lifted in August as the entire island of Cebu has been placed under MGCQ, while others already started to return to work, public utility jeepneys (PUVs) were still not allowed to operate.
On November 3, 2020, Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella announced the good news that 1,355 jeepneys are now allowed to operate in 18 designated routes throughout Cebu City.
Mayor Edgar Labella issued Executive Order No. 102 establishing the Balik Pasada Program in line with the recommendations of the Cebu City Jeepney Task Force.
“My directive sets forth the guidelines and requirements for the operations of traditional public utility jeepneys while we are under pandemic restrictions.”
– Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella
The E.O. 102 also outlines the various requirements for the jeepney operators and drivers.
Routes allowed to operate:
04C – Lahug – Gen. Maxilom – Ramos – Carbon
04D – Lahug (Plaza Housing) – Magallanes – Carbon
04L – Lahug (JY Square) – SM via Ayala
06B – Guadalupe – Capitol – Carbon
06C – Guadalupe – B. Rodriguez – Carbon
06G – Guadalupe – Taboan
08F – Mambaling – Colon – SM via C. Padilla
08G – Alumnos – Colon via C. Padilla – Tupas
09C – Basak – P. Del Rosario – Sikatuna – Magallanes
09G – Basak – Magallanes via C. Padilla – Tupas
10C – Pardo – Imus – Colon – Panganiban
10F – Pardo (Bulacao) – Colon via Tupas
11A – Inayawan – Taboan – Colon – Carlock
12D – Labangon – Sikatuna – Colon
12G – Labangon – SM via Taboan – Colon
12L – Labanon – Ayala via Escario – Banawa
13C – Talamban – Colon via Echavez – Sikatuna
62C – Pit-os – Talamban – Carbon via Sikatuna
The City Government also reminded the riding public to always observe social distancing and to wear face masks and face shields at all times.
Read the full Executive Order No. 102 here:
Update
November 21, 2020: The City Task Force has already inspected 28 out of 61 jeepney units in the first day of the jeepney rollout as it returns operations in Cebu City. Of the 28, 19 jeepneys will begin plying. The following are the expected jeepney routes to start plying:
Cebuanos have seen the rise of numerous towering skyscrapers for the past decade or two. No wonder why Cebu is an eye candy for everyone seeking job opportunities, business expansions, residential spaces, or quality places to stay at.
But despite the growing number of condominiums, hotels, and office spaces in Cebu City, there are those that stand out from the group. They are not just the ordinary tall structures but also, towers with distinct, eye-catching, and exceptional aesthetics.
Here are the five (5) beautiful high-rise buildings you can find in the city.
1. CALYX CENTRE
In botany, a calyx is the whorl of protective layer that encloses the petals, looking like a cradle that holds the blossoms of a flower. This is the concept where Calyx Centre in IT Park was born from – to be able to provide space for living, working, and leisure tucked in the protective shell of a green building.
Calyx Centre is the first ever green, hybrid condominium in Cebu. It’s a 26-storey organically designed, green building with retail, office and residential components. The first 9 floors accommodate office spaces while the residential units start from the 11th floor. The 10th floor serves as the transition level with the following amenities:
25 Meters Swimming Pool
Two Separate Gardens
Spacious Lounge Area
Wi-Fi Station
Two Halls for Events and Parties
Laundromat with Washers and Dryers
Fitness Gym & Sauna
The building spans a 2953 sq.m premium lot beside Asiatown’s “The Walk”.
Ideal Location
Calyx Centre stands high and proud in one of Cebu’s busiest district – Cebu IT Park. It is the home to a diverse mix of international and local software research and development companies, BPOs, and contact centers complemented with 24/7 dining, shopping, and leisure facilities. This makes Calyx Centre a good choice for someone who wants a balanced strike of comfort and high-spirited urban lifestyle, not to mention that other key city destinations are very accessible from IT Park.
Other facilities and amenities
100% power back-up for the whole building is assured through 3 generators with 1 MVA capacity each.
24-hour security (in the building and around Asiatown IT Park)
Car park for 324 vehicles in 5 above ground levels and 1 basement area.
Landscaped green space designed around the ground floor with promenade, restaurants, al fresco dining, banks and shops to complement the Calyx lifestyle.
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact location: J Delmar Asiatown I.T Park, Lahug Cebu City
BY COMMUTE: You can take a 04L/17B/17C PUJ ride to IT Park and walk your way to Calyx Centre or you can take a taxi/Grab car ride to Calyx Centre in IT Park.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Calyx Center” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.
2. CROWN REGENCY HOTEL AND TOWERS
The bright dancing lights on its façade make Crown Regency Hotel and Towers a delightful sight at night. And yes, it has become its distinctive feature over time – something that other towers in the city don’t have.
This 4-star property near Fuente Circle in Cebu flaunts world-class health and wellness and entertainment facilities, beautifully designed guest rooms and suites, well-furnished function rooms and sumptuous dining outlets. It is considered to be the country’s tallest hotel building.
Guests can bathe in the beauty of their swimming complex complete with 2 full-sized pools, a kiddie pool, an outdoor Jacuzzi, and showers. Gastronomic adventures are never taken for granted here as their finest chefs prepare only the best and the freshest dishes that will surely satisfy your taste buds.
Sky Experience Adventure
Your stay in this hotel wouldn’t be complete without trying Sky Experience Adventure.
Edge Coaster – You can bask in the magnificent 360-view of the entire Cebu City at the world’s first and only Edge Coaster Ride. The ride goes around the edge of the building while riders are locked onto a rail seat. Riders can playfully pull a lever that can tilt their seats up to 55 degrees and see the view below at 130.84 meters.
Skywalk Extreme – This one is definitely not for the faint-hearted. It’s a walk around the edge of the building with an overhead safety harness at 126.55 meters high above the street.
Tower Zip – Tower Zip is the first zip-line in the world to use a fully automatic braking system, giving the rider a smooth and controlled stop. The goal of this adventure is to zip from Tower 1 to Tower 3 at 473 ft high and return to Tower 1 on a Sky Lift at 461 ft. high at a distance of 250 ft.
Climb the 30-foot pole, which is the highest structure of the Sky Extreme Adventure, and enjoy a 360-degree view of the city at almost 600 feet up.
Exact location: along Fuente Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City, 6000 Philippines
BY COMMUTE: You can take any PUJ passing through Fuente Osmeña avenue or book a Grab/taxi ride going to the place.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Crown Regency” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.
3. HORIZONS 101
The tallest building in Cebu is here – Horizons 101.
This gigantic 2-tower condo in Cebu City is giving its occupants a wonderful view of the skyline and the central business districts, the Mactan Channel, and the mountain ranges of Cebu. It provides Cebu’s progressive population a first-rate, high-rise residence.
Standing high with 55 floors, Horizons 101 offers comfortable units, world-class rest and relaxation facilities, and worry-free living features and amenities that include:
FEATURES:
High-speed Elevators
Back-up Power
Sky Gardens
Elevator Key Card Access
Strategically Located CCTVs
AMENITIES:
Swimming Pool
Play Room
Billiard Room
Fitness Gym
Multipurpose Room
AV Room
Commercial Area
The property was built by employing the highest standards of engineering principles. Its foundation uses 16000 cubic meters of concrete and around 10M kilograms of metals that are incorporated into its structures, making it a tower that is reliably solid from top to bottom.
Horizons 101 is just minutes away from key destinations like schools, malls, hospitals, churches, banks and restaurants. It can be accessed easily by the city’s mode of transportation – the PUJ.
BY COMMUTE: You can take any PUJ passing through Mango Avenue or book a Grab/taxi ride going to the place.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Horizons 101” in Cebu City. Parking space is available.
4. One Montage
Dubbed as the next iconic hub of Cebu, One Montage Tower is a grade A building that features 29 floors dedicated for office and retail spaces. It is conveniently located along Archbishop Reyes Avenue, Cebu City, right next to Cebu Business Park which makes accessibility the least to worry about.
One Montage Tower is the first of Montage, a three-building mixed-use project of Innoland Development Corporation which vaunts approximately 40,000 square meters of Grade A office space, 7,000 square meters of retail space, and either a residential or hospitality component.
Presently, turnover of office spaces to occupants ready for fit out has already started.
OTHER INFORMATION
Exact location: Archbishop Reyes Ave., Camputhaw, Cebu City
Contact numbers: 0917-628-3427(office) and 0917-713-6574(retail)
Cebu Exchange is an P8-billion Grade-A green office development designed to address the IT and business process outsourcing (BPO) industry’s growing demand for quality space. Office units are good for BPO offices, rental offices, co-working space, conference rooms, executive office, law firms and others.
It is located along Salinas Drive at the gateway of Cebu IT Park, Cebu City.
Cebu Exchange is an P8-billion Grade-A green office development designed to address the IT and business process outsourcing (BPO) industry’s growing demand for quality space. Office units are good for BPO offices, rental offices, co-working space, conference rooms, executive office, law firms and others.
It is located along Salinas Drive at the gateway of Cebu IT Park, Cebu City.
SRD53 The Exchange Cebu Featured Photo – Cebu Grand RealtySRD53 The Exchange Cebu Featured Photo – Cebu Grand Realty
The 538-ft 39-storey building has a total of more than 300 units and is said be the largest multi-certified green office tower in the Philippines sprawling approximately 11 hectares of gross floor area.
Registered with the US Green Building Council and the Philippine Green Building Council, Cebu Exchange Tower aims to achieve a dual green building certification as it is pre-certified for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and on track for a Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence (BERDE) certification.
BY JEEPNEY: If you’re commuting, you can ride 17B/C from USC Main (near Jollibee) or 04L from Ayala Cebu Terminal. Drop off at Cebu Exchange Tower (at the entrance of Cebu IT Park). The tower is located just right across, near Toyota.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Cebu Exchange” in Cebu City.
