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ITealicious: A taste of Taiwan’s best milk tea and coffee in Cebu

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ITealicious: A taste of Taiwan’s best milk tea and coffee in Cebu

Did you know that Bubble Tea, also known as black pearl/boba, was invented in the 1980’s in Taiwan?

The “Milktea for life” motto has originated there so it’s no wonder that they serve the best of the best.

Here in Cebu, ITealicious brings Taiwan’s best as they offer premium Taiwan based milk tea and other products such as brewed teas and coffee.

IT Park branch (near Harrison Park, across Zerenity Hotel)
IT Park branch (near Harrison Park, across Zerenity Hotel)

Affordable “me time”

Who said that having some “me time” should be expensive? ITealicious offers a variety of delicious Milk Teas and Coffee that would take all the stress away without stressing your budget too.

With their premium Taiwanese milk tea, a sit down with its nature feels and some good music, they have opened 9 branches all over Metro Cebu in just two years.

Staying at home? ITealicious is on foodpanda and GrabFood too!

Best-selling milk tea | Mactan (Wok Restaurant Maribago branch)
AS Fortuna (across JCentre Mall)
Guadalupe, Cebu City (Emilio Osmena St.)
Subangdaku, Mandaue City (ADG IT center)
Jones Ave.(beside 7-11 going to VCMC)

Creamy and Luscious

ITealicious has surely lived up to their name for their milkteas are creamy and oh so luscious. They are also very generous in their sinkers ensuring customer satisfaction. The Thai milk tea and Taro milk tea are a must-try for they are creating quite a buzz.

iTealicious is on foodpanda & Grabfood!
Two cups are always better than one!

Chocolate & Coffee Goodness

Good news for those who utterly loves chocolates and are crazy for coffee for they can be a part of a perfectly balanced diet if managed well.

ITealicious also has milk teas with dark chocolate and Oreo that will boost your endorphin levels sky high and a coffee collection for your daily good coffee fix.

They also serve other drink products like Yakult fruit teas, brewed teas, refreshers and even has chia seeds as an add-on.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best-sellers:

  • Dark chocolate milktea
  • Okinawa milktea
  • Wintermelon milktea

Menu:

Itealicious Cebu Branches:

  • APAS – IT Park – San Miguel Road, Apas, Cebu City, Cebu (near Harrison Park across Zerenity Hotel)
    • How to get there? Ride any jeepney going to IT Park. Drop off near the Avida Tower building (across Sugbo Mercado). From there, you will see a road in between Avida Tower and McDo. Walk a little for about 2-3 minutes then you will arrive at iTealicious Lahug branch, just few meters from Harrison Park.
  • SUBANGDAKU – ADG IT Center, Lopez Jaena Street, Mandaue City, Cebu
  • MACTAN – Gf Jinju Square bldg. Maribago, Lapu-Lapu City
  • GUADALUPE – Emilio Osmena St. (across Planet Vegis)
  • AS FORTUNA – Across J Centre Mall (beside Ngo Hiong Express)
  • CABANTAN – Cardinal Rosales Ave. (near Keppel)
  • JONES AVE. – 311 Conchita Building, Osmeña  Blvd. Cebu City (beside 7-11 going to VCMC)
  •  LABANGON – Katipunan St. Labangon Town Center (at Ho Ngohiong)
  • BULACAO – Highway Bulacao, Cebu City, 6000  (across Prince Warehouse Club at  Ho Ngohiong)

Other Information:

Savedra Beach Bungalows: Divers’ Perfect Retreat in Panagsama Beach

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Savedra Beach Bungalows: Divers’ Perfect Retreat in Panagsama Beach

Moalboal at the surface may look like a small town but dive under its waters and you will discover the rich marine life that resides in the coastal town.

One of the most famous marine events which can only be witnessed at this corner of Cebu is the Sardine Run – a natural phenomenon where large schools of sardines gather near the shore. The Sardine Run can be experienced just a few meters from the shores of Panagsama Beach along with the stunning view of vibrant corals and other underwater species.

At the heart of Panagsama Beach is the Savedra Beach Bungalows Resort with many dive shops and restaurants just walking distances from the resort – one of its strongest advantages from the other nearby resorts. It has 10 rooms which are all equally peaceful and relaxing and fully equipped with air conditioning, hot/cold showers, and refrigerators.

Savedra Beach Bungalows Resort may even be considered as the “Diver’s retreat” due to its proximity to many dive shops and restos, making it really appealing and easy-to-reach after diving sessions. They even offer scuba diving packages which makes things much easier for divers and diving enthusiasts.

Aside from being a strategic location for divers, the bungalows still have the typical beach setup with a breathtaking view of the sea and an alluring beachfront that beckons guests to go for a swim.

  • Photo by Olesya Kovalenko

Moreover, since it is at the heart of Panagsama Beach, the bungalows sit at the perfect spot near the reef where turtles swim so snorkeling is an option for an activity.

Lastly and most importantly, the veranda just right outside the rooms has one of the best views with glistening turquoise waters and marvelous sunsets – the perfect view to end the day while reading a book or drinking beer. 

  • Sardine Run
  • Turtle Point | Ksenia Chu
  • Turtle Point | Rénat VAGNOTTI

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • Standard Double Room: ₱1,935 per night, good for 2 persons
  • Standard Twin Room: ₱1,935 per night, good for 2 persons
  • Family Room: ₱2,565 per night, good for 6 persons

NOTE: Extra persons not allowed.

  • Standard Double Room
  • Standard Double Room
  • Standard Twin Room
  • Family Room

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Panagsama Beach, Moalboal, Cebu — 3 to 4 hours away from the city

BY BUS: Find your way to Cebu South Bus Terminal (as of writing, located at Lantaw SRP). From the bus terminal, ride a bus bound for Bato-Barili. Travel time takes about 2.5 – 4 hours depending on the traffic in the city. Ask the driver to drop you off at Moalboal downtown. From Moalboal downtown, ride a tricycle going to Panagsama Beach. Upon arrival, you may ask around for directions going to Savedra Beach Bungalows Resort.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Savedra Beach Bungalows” in Moalboal, Cebu. Parking space is available upon arrival.

Rabiya Mateo joins ‘Law of Attraction’ trend for PH’s 5th MU Crown

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Rabiya Mateo joins ‘Law of Attraction’ trend for PH’s 5th MU Crown

In this time and age of uncertainty, we could only wish for our dreams to come true. While it may sound cliché to others, some have also shared their sentiments on how ‘Law of Attraction’ has proven its ‘power’ to be true.

2020, specifically, has faced us with vast circumstances hence, this trend. The Law of Attraction trend has taught us that we can changed these circumstances through positive vibes. Though aspiring is common to most of us, a lot of celebrities whom we thought are already blessed with what they have, could also wish for more, for their fellows.

Miss Universe 2020 Rabiya Mateo just hopped into the bandwagon. She, despite winning the crown of the Philippines, is also hoping to bring home the crown of the universe to the country, for her countrymen.

Rabiya shared Sugbo.ph’s post with a caption: “5th MU crown for the PH!”

https://web.facebook.com/Nebiyayayaya/posts/5514843971874775

While we have all been cheering her on, may this make us support her even more. She’s preparing to bring us the 5th Miss Universe crown. We bet the stars in the universe will align for someone who is confidently beautiful, with a heart.

Rabiya Occeña Mateo (born November 14, 1996) is an Indian-Filipino model and beauty pageant titleholder from Iloilo City who was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2020.

Rabiya will represent the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2020 pageant which will be held in the first quarter of 2021.

Snappy: Dine-in at home with chef-crafted meals in Cebu

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Snappy: Dine-in at home with chef-crafted meals in Cebu

Cebuanos will be the first to indulge in affordable, huge servings of comfort food favorites from an online-only restaurant serving you real comfort food goodness at www.snappy.com.ph.

With Snappy!’s aim to bring the best tasting and best value meals in a snap, it teamed up with Chef Bruce Lim to take all-time food favorites to the next level with chef-crafted creations, reinvented flavors, good value and big time servings.

Chef Bruce Lim was trained at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu in London, and worked under world-renowned chef, Gordon Ramsay. He also hosted the Asian Food Channel’s The Boss and Tablescapes: Life on a Plate.

“The concept behind Snappy’s dishes is to take good flavors from my hometown and combine this with Cebuano favorites in a different way. Its flavors are familiar, we just take pride in the ingredients we use and how we serve it,”

https://www.facebook.com/SnappyPHOfficial/videos/194680832206910

Flavorful, chef-crafted creations in a Snap!

Whether it’s an end-of-day treat for oneself, a dinner date at home, or a salu-salo with family, Snappy! offers a wide selection of meals fit for any occasion with prices starting at P88 to 388 for Snappy! Specials and Php 998 for Snappy! Celebration Meals good for 5 – 6 persons. Snappy! is also set to roll out meal plans next year.

Special menu:

  • Sticky-Barbecue-Ribs-with-Potato-Salad-2
    Sticky Barbecue Ribs with Potato Salad – ₱388
  • 6-pc.-Snappy-Fried-Chicken-with-Potato-Wedges-1-1
    6-pc. Snappy Fried Chicken with Potato Wedges – ₱388
  • Braised Pork with Garlic Noodles – ₱248
  • Butter Garlic Shrimps – ₱248
  • Chicken and Shrimp Chao Fan – ₱188
  • Crab Relleno – ₱168
  • Fried Pusit with Salted Egg Glaze – ₱198
  • Steamed-Chicken-with-Mushrooms-on-Rice-2
    Steamed Chicken with Mushrooms on Rice – ₱148
  • Crab Pincers – ₱168
  • Steamed Fried Rice – ₱88

Celebration meals

For Celebration Meals, choose either the Wild Wild West Celebration Meal with Barbecue Ribs, six pieces of Texas Barbecue Chicken, Potato Wedges, Potato Salad and Corn, or the Fiesta Celebration Meal with Aloha Pizza, six pieces of Snappy Fried Chicken, Potato Wedges and Spaghetti platter.

Wild Wild West Celebration Meal – ₱998
Snappy! Fiesta Celebration Meal – ₱1,188

Dine with Snappy!

  • Website: www.snappy.com.ph
  • Opening hours for orders: 10AM to 7:30PM daily
  • Delivery areas: within Cebu City, Mandaue City, Lapu-Lapu City, Talisay City and Consolacion
  • Delivery fee: P50, but is free for orders above P750
  • Payment method: Credit Card (Visa/Mastercard), PayMaya, or cash on delivery

Dine with Snappy! and get flavorful, chef-crafted meals in a snap. Enjoy 15% off on orders until December 31 by using the code: SNAPPYLAUNCH.

For more information and updates, like @SnappyPhOfficial on Facebook and follow @snappyphofficial on Instagram.

House of Gwapa Campsite: Buhay Probinsya in Cebu City

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House of Gwapa Campsite: Buhay Probinsya in Cebu City

Yearning for a camping experience but can’t afford to go on leave for a few days and go to a far-flung area for some hardcore camping? Well, there’s actually a spot within Cebu City where you can camp overnight or for a day and experience probinsya life within a highly urbanized city.

The House of Gwapa Campsite is located in Barangay Bonbon, Cebu City. It’s approximately 30-45 minutes away from Lahug and is the perfect nature escape for those living in the city who want to go camping.

Photo by Mary Kristine Tam

The place looks like a well-kept backyard and farm that is surrounded by green mountainous terrain – a perfect spot for temporary isolation from the loud city noise.

The view here in the morning is that of the typical probinsya setting – wide green fields and mountains, birds chirping, far from the noise of vehicles, and best of all – the morning fog. Imagine sitting inside your tent and sipping a cup of coffee to this view. Now that’s what you call “being one with nature”.

  • Giovannie Graciella Anquilo Tapong

The campsite has two payag where guests can hang out and chill. A designated space for tents is also located near the payag. Guests can use their dirty kitchen if they want to cook, complete with utensils and electricity. For a better experience, you can also do bonfire within the campsite.  

For those who want to go on an adventure, the management also offers activities such as river trekking and chasing waterfalls. Just inform the caretaker and they’d be glad to assist you.

So if you want to temporarily disconnect from the city life and social media, House of Gwapa Campsite is one of the best options for you within Cebu City.

  • Giovannie Graciella Anquilo Tapong
  • Giovannie Graciella Anquilo Tapong
  • Giovannie Graciella Anquilo Tapong

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Exclusive

Camping fee: P3,500 (up to 10 campers; P150 per extra camper); Includes exclusive use of the camping site and its amenities. Ideal for team buildings, barkada getaways, etc.

  • Camp in: 1PM
  • Camp out: 11 AM
  • You can also bring your own tent but they also have some that can be rented at P200 (good for 2 campers).

Other information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Sitio Basiong, Barangay Bonbon, Cebu City — going uphill, 3 km away from main road and will pass through not-so-concrete roads. 45 minutes to 1 hour away from the city.

There is no public vehicle that can take you directly to the resort. These are your options:

BY PRIVATE VEHICLE: You may need a private vehicle to get to the place. Then navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “House of Gwapa”. Ample parking space is available.

BY MOTORBIKE: You may also opt to ride a habal-habal from JY Square. It will cost around ₱150-200 per person; each motorbike can accommodate up to 2pax. Make sure to negotiate first before riding.

Buntod Campbar: Flaunting San Fernando’s Scenic Views

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Buntod Campbar: Flaunting San Fernando’s Scenic Views

There is no better way to destress than to visit unspoiled pieces of nature. This new overlooking spot in the highlands of San Fernando may just be the ‘breath of fresh air’ we badly needed.

Buntod Campbar in Sitio Kaandany, Brgy. Tanañas boasts an exquisite view of San Fernando’s beautiful mountain ridges.  The wide skyline, the lush green vegetation from afar, and the big chunks of clouds hovering just above the mountains create a therapeutic picture of nature.

The feels at night is also equally calming as that of the feels we get during daytime. Camping is allowed but you will have to bring your own camping gears and observe standard camping etiquettes to preserve the place’s laidback beauty. You can’t get a sound and peaceful sleep at night at just anywhere, but you can have it here at Buntod Campbar – right in the heart of nature.

Photo by Rannie Talotalo II
Photo by Jaycel Generalao

And the fresh and cold breeze of air – this is really something that is missing in the metro where the air already reeks with harmful chemicals from smokes and other air pollutants. And when lucky enough especially during the cold season, you’ll be greeted with thick blankets of fog shrouding the place.

The mountains and the cottage made of bamboo materials create a good background for your photos.

  • Photo by Venus Lastimado
  • Photo by Venus Lastimado
  • Photo by Venus Lastimado
  • Photo by Venus Lastimado
  • Photo by Angel
  • Photo by Angel

There are hammocks placed in the area and there’s also a small store that sells light snacks. But as a tip, it would be better if you bring your own food so you can have a satisfying meal while enjoying the beautiful scenery.

Photo by Jaycel Generalao

Bear in mind though to always dispose your trashes to the designated trash bins. Lastly, when it’s raining, the place can by slippery so take extra caution and wear appropriate footwears.

This place isn’t fully developed yet and there are still some amenities that need to be built but Buntod Campbar has a good potential to become one of San Fernando’s top tourist destination soon.  

  • Photo by Venus Lastimado
  • Photo by Venus Lastimado
  • Photo by Angel
  • Photo by Angel

REMINDERS

  • No approved booking, no camping.
  • No face mask, no entry. Also, prepare to submit yourself for proper sanitation upon entry.
  • They are only accepting 6 group of campers with maximum members of five.
  • Limited rentable tents only (first come first serve basis)
    • 1 tent – good for 4
    • 2 tents – good for 2
  • There is no access of electricity in the area, so all campers are advised to bring their own portable source of power.
  • There is no available food as of now, but there are “chichirya” and soft drinks for sale. You can bring your own food.
  • Strictly no bringing of liquor.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

FEES:

  • Entrance fee: P50/head
  • Camping: P150/head (entrance fee included)
    • 20% off for groups with 5 members
  • Tent: P200

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Sitio Kaanday, Tanañas, San Fernando, Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: Take a bus from Cebu South Bus Terminal and let the driver know you’re heading to San Fernando. Ask the driver to drop you off at eskina going to San Fernando Cemetery. From there, ride a habal-habal going to Buntod Campbar (15 mins travel time from the highway).

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “San Fernando Cemetery” in San Fernando, Cebu. From there, ask around how to get to Buntod Campbar (15 mins travel time from the highway).

Guide: Misa De Gallo Schedule in Cebu City for 2020

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Guide: Misa De Gallo Schedule in Cebu City for 2020

One of the most distinctive Christmas traditions in the Philippines is completing the nine dawn masses (Simbang gabi or Misa de Gallo).

Filipinos and Filipinos at-heart, from all walks of life, would always make an effort to wake up early in the morning to pray and thank God for all the blessings. Not to mention, to prepare for the birth of Christ.

From December 16 to 24, amidst the scare of the pandemic, Catholics are still expected to continue the practice, but with the observance of the new normal protocols. Hence, changes are implemented for everyone’s safety.

Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella has signed the Executive Order 111, listing the guidelines for the Misa de Gallo.

Simbang Gabi Schedule:

  • Evening: DECEMBER 15 – 23, 2020
    • 5:00PM to 9:00PM
  • Dawn: DECEMBER 16 – 24, 2020
    • 4:00AM to 6:00AM

With the aforementioned schedules taking into place, it is also but fitting to adhere to the new normal practices in attending masses;

• Wearing face mask and face shield is necessary.

• Persons above 65 years old, below 15 years old, those with immunodeficiencies, comorbidities or other health risks and pregnant women are prohibited to attend.

• Kissing and touching of images are also prohibited; attendees are encouraged to bring their own family image of the infant Jesus.

Note: Requirement of City Quarantine Pass is temporarily suspended from 12:01 AM of December 15 until 11:59 PM of December 25, 2020

It is encouraging to note that amidst everything that we have gone through as a nation, Filipinos still attend and consider attending Simbang Gabi. After all, it is believed that when you complete the nine masses, your wish will come true.

Let us all wish for a better and kinder world.

Bantayan Beach: 15-Peso Getaway in Medellin

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Bantayan Beach: 15-Peso Getaway in Medellin

The northern parts of Cebu must have been blessed with beautiful beaches that they even got two Bantayans – one is already famous and has been featured in a lot of travel sites and shows, while the other is slowly creating a buzz online.

Photo by Earl John Arcipe

Bantayan Beach in Medellin (formerly known as Hideaway Beach) may not be as famous as the renowned Bantayan Island in the northwestern part of the province, but it surely doesn’t fall short of the unique experience that it has to offer.

The place is a public beach resort that flaunts a refreshing treat for everyone who’s on tight budget. For a 15-pesos entrance fee, you and your family can already have a splashing and memorable day swimming through the depths of the sea and basking under the heat of the sun.

Photo by Earl John Arcipe

The place offers numerous cottages where guests can rent while they are at the resort. The colorful cottages are ideal for a feast of delectable meals. You can enjoy all the food that you want at no additional costs.

Long Boardwalk

One thing that makes this beach resort unique and photogenic is the long boardwalk connecting the mainland to a rocky islet close to the coast. The bridge is around 500 meters long and is illuminated at night making the place even more appealing to visitors.

Photo by Earl John Arcipe
Photo by Earl John Arcipe
Photo by Earl John Arcipe

The end of this bridge leads to a cottage that was built on a sea rock. It is said that a mayor built this cottage to be the official sea post of Bantay Dagat to protect the Tañon strait from illegal fishing.

People later discovered it, and eventually ended up as an attraction, until the LGU developed the place.

  • Photo by Earl John Arcipe
  • Photo by Earl John Arcipe
  • Photo by Earl John Arcipe
  • Photo by Earl John Arcipe

Aside from swimming, guests at the beach can also go snorkeling and kayaking or they can opt to rent a jet ski to cap the day.

Since a good part of the town is used for sugarcane, Medellin town is considered as the Sugar Bowl of Cebu. The local government is also hyping up its efforts to promote eco-tourism. Some would label Medellin as Cebu’s ecotourism adventure capital, plus it is one of the top 10 of the most visited municipality in Central Visayas.

When visiting the place, everyone is advised to wear a face mask and observe social distancing protocols.

  • Photo by Earl John Arcipe
  • Photo by Earl John Arcipe
  • Photo by Earl John Arcipe
  • Photo by Earl John Arcipe
  • Photo by Earl John Arcipe

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

DAY USE:

  • Entrance fee: P15 per head
  • Opening hours: 8AM – 5PM

COTTAGE RATES:

  • Lambay: P300
  • Nukos: P200
  • Suntulan: P200
  • Bulbog: P300
  • Pasayan: P300
  • Suaki: P200
  • Lumod: P750
  • Bangus: P300
  • Danggit: P200
  • Ibis: P200
  • Awa: P1000

OTHER FEES:

  • Nipa Hut Tables: P300
  • Tables with chairs: P150

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Brgy. Tindog, Medellin, Cebu

BY BUS: You can get on a bus headed to Maya via Bagay at the Cebu North Bus Terminal. Ask the driver/conductor to drop you off at eskina Bantayan in Brgy. Tindog, Medellin.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Medellin Hideaway” in Tindog, Medellin.

Sunset Chasing at Aiykayes Beach Resort in Tabuelan

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Sunset Chasing at Aiykayes Beach Resort in Tabuelan

Tabuelan is a famous destination in Cebu for a lot of reasons – beaches, waterfalls, springs, caves, farms and many more majestic natural attractions. One particular beach resort in Brgy. Tabunok adds to this collection of wonders with its unique jaw-dropping view of the sunset.

Aiykayes Beach Resort or also known as Sunset Paradise Beach Resort takes pride in marvelous sunset views on their beachfront. They may even have the best view in Tabuelan with the sun seemingly sinking right in front of the beach. This wonderful natural phenomenon may even be observed inside their little beachfront cottage that is perched on top of a rock.

Sunsets in the resort are shown in all its glory as they have an unobstructed view of the ocean and a clear white sand shore, hence, guests are able to fully see the sun as it descends slowly from the cloudy skies and create red-orange hues as it dips into the ocean.

There are still many ways to relax inside the resort while waiting for the main occasion so you don’t have to stay at the beachfront all day waiting for sunset. There is a swimming pool surrounded by luscious plants and trees with a very relaxing and rustic atmosphere. The thriving flora will make everyone forget what the city looks like and release any kind of stress.

To heighten the level of relaxation, just right beside the pool is a jacuzzi that in-house guests may enjoy. After swimming, guests can enjoy the cool breeze blowing from the sea and the fresh rural air in their poolside cottages.

They also have comfortable rooms and other facilities that will make the stay even more satisfying. Near the entrance is a grilling station that can be used by all guests and it comes with a clean countertop for cooking preparations. The comfort rooms are also spotless and fully functional and are distributed equally in different spots in the resort.

For sunset chasers, Aiykayes Beach Resort is definitely the place to stay.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

DAY USE:

  • Day Use: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Entrance fee: P50 per head
  • Swimming Pool: P100 per adult; P50 per child
  • Cottage: P500, good for 6 persons
  • Tables & Chairs: P300, good for 4 persons

ROOM RATES:

  • Standard Room: ₱1500 per night, good for 2 persons
  • Family Room: ₱3500 per night, good for 6 persons
  • Additional: P150 per additional head

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Barangay Tabunok, Tabuelan, Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: From the North Bus Terminal (at SM City Cebu), ride any bus going to Tabuelan – fare is ₱90-115 (one-way). Drop off at Tabuelan Public Market – where you can buy ahead your food. From the Public Market, ride a motorbike or habal2x going to the resort – fare is ₱40 per person.

BY CAR: If you’re bringing your own vehicle, just navigate via Waze or Google Maps and search for “Cebu R Resort” in Tabuelan, Cebu. Aiykayes Beach Resort is located nearby.

#SINULOG2021 Update: What We Know So Far

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#SINULOG2021 Update: What We Know So Far

The annual celebration of Sinulog Festival in Cebu will push through this 2021 despite the on-going coronavirus pandemic, but most likely without the physical crowd and with the consideration to go virtual.

Fr. Ric Anthony Reyes of the Order of Saint Augustine (OSA) said they are now ‘working closely’ with the Cebu City Government for the Fiesta Señor and Sinulog Festival that will run January 8 to January 17 next year. Augustinian friars are among the lead organizers for the annual Fiesta Señor celebration.

“We’re still finalizing everything so we cannot say if some of these are official. But definitely, it (Fiesta Señor) will push through,” said Reyes in Cebuano.

Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella announced last August that the said event is pushing through in 2021 if “things normalize”. He has also given Vice Mayor Michael Rama and the Sinulog Foundation the full authority and management for the preparation of 2021 Sinulog festivities.

He further said that Covid-19 IATF “will have a lot to say whether to hold or cancel it.”

Official Schedule of Events

Here’s the official schedule of events for Sinulog 2021 from the Sinulog Foundation Inc.:

CHANGES IN SINULOG 2021

The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO), the Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño priests, the Sinulog Foundation Inc. (SFI), and other public officials of the city government had already started the planning for Sinulog 2021. Proposals were already discussed and will be submitted to the SFI and the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF). Only activities approved by the IATF will push through in the coming Sinulog.

Sinulog 2020 Grand Parade

Here’s few of the possible changes in next year’s celebration:

  • Instead of the traditional procession held every eve of the Fiesta Señor, there would be a motorcade. The motorcade may travel through the usual routes, but the final route is yet to be established and will not be finalized until January 2021.
  • There will be no fluvial procession on Sinulog 2021 to prevent crowding.
Sinulog Fluvial 2020
Sinulog Fluvial 2020
  • The Basilica Minore is also planning to live-stream the Novena Masses to parishes in the Archdiocese of Cebu so that devotees will not have to go to the Basilica. The police and the CDRRMO also plan to close the roads surrounding the Basilica as early as December 16, 2020, or the start of the Misa de Gallo.
  • Proposal for a virtual grand parade for the Sinulog Festival instead of the usual mardi gras is also being considered. Participants could perform through live streaming taking out the necessity for participants to travel to the city.
Sinulog Fireworks at SM Seaside | Photo by Marc Go

LOWER BUDGET FOR SINULOG 2021

Cebu City Vice Mayor Michael Rama, chairman of the Sinulog Foundation Inc., said that the Sinulog Festival 2021 should expect a lower budget compared to previous years.

Rama explained that there will be fewer activities due to the coronavirus pandemic and emphasized that the economy is not good, so the city government is prudent in spending.

Last year, the city government had appropriated P35 million for the Sinulog Festival 2020.

Sinulog 2020

The planned Sinulog 2021-related activities include the Sinulog sa SRP (South Road Properties), Sinulog sa Kabataan and Sinulog sa Dakbayan while the Sinulog sa Barangay is still being reviewed.

Other Sinulog activities pushing through include the Sinulog Idol, Balik Cebu, Sinulog Photography Contest, Festival Queen pageant, among others.

500TH ANNIVERSARY OF CHRISTIANITY IN THE COUNTRY

Year 2021 marks the 500th year anniversary celebration for Christianity in the country. Aside from that, Cebu will also mark the 500th year of the arrival of the image of Sto. Niño de Cebu.

The arrival of the Blessed Image of Sto. Niño, the First Baptism and the First Mass in the country are associated and important events in the history of the spread of Christianity in the country.

The original feast date for the image of the Child Jesus was April 28 but with the approval of Pope Innocent the XIII in the 18th century, the feast was moved to the third Sunday of January to avoid conflict with the “Eastertide” or 50-day period from Easter Sunday to Pentecost Sunday.

The image was a gift by Antonio Pigafetta, the Venetian scholar who accompanied Ferdinand Magellan to the then Kingdom of Cebu, to Queen Juana when she was baptized as a Catholic in 1521.

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