On Thursday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of March 4, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 388 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 200 new recoveries, and 8 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 37,492, while the active cases increased to 6,359 (from 6,179).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 18,134 (+143 new) – Total recoveries: 14,063 (+39 new) – Total deaths: 755 (+2 new) – Active cases: 3,316
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 4,384 (+51 new) – Total recoveries: 3,385 (+59 new) – Total deaths: 125 (+1 new) – Active cases: 874
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 4,394 (+68 new) – Total recoveries: 3,276 (+42 new) – Total deaths: 185 (+0 new) – Active cases: 933
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 10,580 (+126 new) – Total recoveries: 8,863 (+60 new) – Total deaths: 481 (+5 new) – Active cases: 1,236
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,359
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 37,492 (+388 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 29,587 (+200 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,546 (+8 new*)
A total of 3,609 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.
Being employed in the Philippines means that you need to secure a TIN or a Tax Identification Number (TIN) from the BIR or Bureau of Internal Revenue. Moreover, securing a TIN is not limited to employees but those who wish to start a business or a corporation.
It should be noted that most companies these days are the ones who would process their employees’ TIN after filling up some forms but if you want to do it yourself, following these steps can get you started.
Who Can Apply for a TIN
Certain individuals and entities can only secure TIN as long as they belong to the category below:
Self-employed and mixed income individuals
Individuals or employees earning purely compensation income
Corporations, partnerships, including government agencies and instrumentalities (GAI), Local Government Units (LGUs)
One time taxpayers with no previously issued TIN
Persons registering under Executive Order 98 (those securing TIN to transact with government offices.
Estates and trusts
Requirements
Depending on your classification, the requirements and steps may vary in securing your TIN. Read carefully below the classifications of individuals and entities on how to secure your TIN as well as the documents needed.
FOR SELF EMPLOYED AND MIXED INCOME INDIVIDUALS
Filled-up BIR Form 1901
Photocopy of Mayor’s Permit, or duly received Application for Business Permit if still on process
NSO Birth Certificate
Marriage Contract (if applicable)
Professional Regulation Commission ID (if applicable)
Occupational Tax Receipt or Professional Tax Receipt
Contract or Company Certificate of Employment
Other documents which may include the following, if applicable:
Contract of Lease
DTI Certificate of Registration for Business Name
Proof of registration/permit to operate from economic development authorities
Franchise agreement
Sworn statement of capital
Working permit for non-resident
Waiver of husband to claim additional exemption
NSO Birth Certificate of declared dependents
FOR INDIVIDUALS EARNING PURELY COMPENSATION INCOME
Filled-up BIR Form 1902
NSO Birth Certificate or any valid ID bearing applicant’s complete name, birth date and signature
Certificate of Employment
Marriage Contract (if applicable)
FOR CORPORATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS including GOCCs, GAI and LGUs
Filled-up BIR Form 1903
Certificate of Registration issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC); articles of incorporation/partnership
Mayor’s Permit
Other documents which may include the following, if applicable:
Contract of lease
Certificate of authority if Barangay Micro Business Enterprise registered
Franchise agreement
License to do business in the Philippines, if a resident foreign corporation
Proof of registration from economic development authorities
For cooperatives, a copy of Certificate of Registration from Cooperative Development Authority
For GOCCs, GAI and LGUs; copy of the Unit of Agency’s Charter
FOR ONE TIME TAXPAYERS (WITH NO PREVIOUSLY ISSUED TIN)
Filled-up BIR FORM 1904
NSO Birth Certificate or any valid ID bearing the applicant’s complete name, address, birth date, and signature
Marriage Contract, if applicable
Procedure for Applying TIN
For Self Employed and Mixed Income Individuals
Fill up BIR form 1901 submit it along with other requirements needed by the RDO.
At the Authorized Agent Banks of the RDO, pay the annual registration fee of Php 500.
Pay the Documentary Stamp Tax (Php15) and other certification fees as may be deemed necessary.
Wait for the RDO to issue your Certificate of Registration.
For Individuals Earning Purely Compensation Income
Fill up BIR form 1902 provided and submit it along with other requirements needed by the employer.
The employer will then fill in the necessary sections of the form.
The form will then be forwarded to the RDO having jurisdiction over the place of work where the employee is expected to report.
For Corporations and Partnerships
Fill up BIR form 1903 and together with the required documents, submit it to the Revenue District Office or RDO.
At the Authorized Agent Banks of the RDO, pay the annual registration fee of Php 500.
Pay the Documentary Stamp Tax (Php15) and other certification fees as may be deemed necessary.
Wait for the RDO to issue your Certificate of Registration.
For corporations, Documentary Stamp Tax on the Articles of Incorporation must be paid within 5 days after the close of the month following the date of issuance of the same Articles.
For One Time Taxpayers
Fill up BIR form 1903 and together with the required documents, submit it to the Revenue District Office or RDO.
Be informed that there for one-time taxpayers, there may be different steps. depending on the jurisdiction and nature of the transactions. To be sure ask the officers available for the proper procedure.
Revenue District Offices in Cebu
REVENUE DISTRICT NO. 80 (RDO-80) – Revenue District Office No. 80 – Mandaue City
REVENUE DISTRICT NO. 81 (RDO-81) – Revenue District Office No. 81 – Cebu City North
REVENUE DISTRICT NO. 82 (RDO-82) – Revenue District Office No. 82 – Cebu City South
REVENUE DISTRICT NO. 83 (RDO-83) – Revenue District Office No. 83 – Talisay, Cebu
Securing a TIN is a basic requirement and an individual should only get theirs once. Having more than one can be held as a criminal offense, and having granted this number is a privilege.
“Kasadya” is a Cebuano word that means lively or happy and the calm and peaceful atmosphere that Kasadya Beach possesses will surely bring about everyone’s inner happiness.
Kasadya Beach is a long strip of white sand by the roadside of Brgy. Sta. Cruz in Ronda. The cluster of coconut trees dotting the white sandy shores will remind visitors of the majestic Boracay. Combine this stunning view with the quietness of Ronda and the refreshing breeze from the sea and Kasadya Beach becomes a haven of relaxation.
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Spanning 6 kilometers of pure white sand and lining the edges of Ronda, Kasadya Beach is truly a wonder already by itself. This is the reason why this public beach is frequented by many locals and other Cebuanos to calm their nerves or simply just appreciate something beautiful.
It is a famous spot for picnics or get-togethers with friends, family, and other loved ones since it doesn’t require any fees. Some groups even bring their own tables and chairs, hunker down in their own comfortable spaces, and have a good laugh with the company.
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Photo by Kenneth Verzosa
Due to the fame that Kasadya Beach has gotten from various groups of people, the local government of Ronda decided to give attention to the care and beautification of Kasadya Beach.
The biggest project that the local government unit has implemented for Kasadya Beach is the installation of the floating cottage to allow visitors to fully experience the beauty of Kasadya Beach – from the shore to the sea. And just like any typical beach in Cebu, Kasadya Beach possesses the same refreshing turquoise waters that are perfect for shaking out the heat.
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RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
FEES
Entrance Fee: None as of the moment
Cottage Fee (Usage): P70 per person
NOTE: There are no cottages in the area but you can bring your own tables, chairs, or tents.
Exact location: Brgy. Sta. Cruz, Ronda, Southern Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from the city
BY BUS: Find your way to the Cebu South Bus Terminal. Ride a bus that will pass by Ronda. You may ask the drivers which buses will pass by Ronda. Kasadya Beach is just by the side of the road. Just ask the driver to drop you off at Kasadya Beach.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Kasadya Road” in Ronda, Cebu. Just ask the locals for specific directions. Parking space is available upon arrival.
On Wednesday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of March 3, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 426 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 261 new recoveries, and 14 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 37,105, while the active cases increased to 6,179 (from 6,025).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 17,991 (+159 new) – Total recoveries: 14,024 (+92 new) – Total deaths: 753 (+6 new) – Active cases: 3,214
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 4,333 (+65 new) – Total recoveries: 3,327 (+30 new) – Total deaths: 124 (+1 new) – Active cases: 882
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 4,327 (+64 new) – Total recoveries: 3,234 (+36 new) – Total deaths: 185 (+0 new) – Active cases: 908
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 10,454 (+138 new) – Total recoveries: 8,803 (+103 new) – Total deaths: 476 (+7 new) – Active cases: 1,175
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,179
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 37,105 (+426 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 29,388 (+261 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,538 (+14 new*)
A total of 3,681 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.
If you think you have already witnessed the best of Cebu, think again. There’s a Cebuano who is currently enjoying the limelight for bringing pride not only for Cebu, but for the entire country in the field of Rubik’s Cube solving.
He is so good in this craft that he can solve a Rubik’s cube puzzle before you can even finish reading this sentence.
He is Leo Borromeo, 10, who hails from Cebu and is the first Filipino to solve a Rubik’s cube in under six seconds in a competition in 2017. He continuously breaks records after defeating two older and top speedcubers – Tymon Kolasiński of Poland (the number one speedcuber in Europe) and Feliks Zemdegs (the current world’s greatest speedcuber) – in recent unofficial online speed cubing competitions.
ACHIEVEMENTS AND TRACK RECORD
To date, Leo has attended 26 WCA competitions. He currently ranks 10th in the world for 3×3 average (6.31 seconds) and 15th in the world for 3×3 OH average (11.01 seconds). Braving the time zone difference from the opposite side of the world, Leo is a two-time winner of Cubing at Home, a large ultra-competitive online speedcubing event series.
Photo by John Cañares
He began cubing in the Cebu Open 2015. He finished 28th in the competition, didn’t going past the first round. Two years after, he paved his way to the top and won the Cebu Open 2017, sealing it with a 7.83 single and 9.47 average.
His unforgettable competition, he said, was the 2018 Asian Championship held in Taipei, Taiwan where he was runner-up and beat Zemdegs in a 3x3x3 event.
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In 2019, he competed in World Championships in Melbourne, Australia. Based on his current records in World Cubing Association, his fastest solve was 5.12 seconds and his fastest average is 6.31 seconds.
HOW DID THE INTEREST START?
Too much on the plate for a 10-year old, right?
Leo thinks cubing is fun and he likes the competitive aspect of it. He said he developed his interest in the said game after he watched a video of Zemdegs doing it in December 2014. At the age of 7, he started to self-learn and applied the techniques and steps he learned online since no one in his family is into this mental game.
His mom thought he could get into cubing since he was decent at building stuff with Legos.
LIFE OUTSIDE SPEEDCUBING
While it’s true that Leo has been so engrossed with Rubik’s cubing, he is still able to strike a good life-school-speedcubing balance.
He currently excels in his academics and in fact, is a math varsity at his school. Also, he considers football as his favorite sport and plays it whenever he can. The kid is also an avid fan of rock and metal bands like Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nirvana, Metallica and Pantera among others.
He also plays guitar. Some of his favorite guitarists are Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Paul Gilbert, Jason Becker, and Nuno Bettencourt.
FUTURE PLANS
Three years from now, Leo said he hopes to still be cubing and to have a couple more records. He aims to improve his standings by joining official WCA competition after this pandemic end.
In a day, he usually does around 400 solves of 3×3, 4×4, and 5×5. His goals for his next competition are a sub 6 3×3 average, a sub 5 3×3 single, a sub 20 4×4 single, a sub 26 4×4 average, and more.
“I tried to do my assignments first. Whenever, I have a time to break, I practice. Because of school, about two hours,” he added.
Because of the current pandemic, the live and in-person events of the WCA have been put on hold. However, some cubing vloggers such as the “LazerOMonkey” organized events like the Monkey League, which are done online.
WHAT IS SPEEDCUBING?
Speedcubing is an event or competition for persons who can competitively solve Rubik’s Cube, a 3D combination puzzle first invented in 1974.
For most of us, it only takes a genius to solve the cube in seconds. But Leo has a different take.
He doesn’t think intelligence plays a factor in speedcubing and that it is just a matter of constant practice. He further added that one can’t be a world-renowned speedcuber immediately as it is a process and that one needs to practice.
He also doesn’t think that a competitive mindset is necessary, but it definitely makes cubing more enjoyable – to challenge yourself against other cubers.
Cubing has also been the source of friendship for a lot of people including Leo. He confessed that most of the friends he has made from competitions are mostly Cebu speedcubers. There are also from Manila and some international top cubers like Tymon and Feliks.
At a young age, Leo Borromeo has already achieved a lot in the field of speedcubing and he certainly has a bright future ahead of him. Few years from now, we shouldn’t be surprised anymore if this kid is already rubbing elbows with the best of the best. He deserves the spotlight he’s on right now and he can prove it to us – in seconds.
Your next visit to Oslob might just give you the extra kick you need.
Few minutes away from the well-known whale shark spot in town is a resort that treats you with both the refreshing vibes in a beach stay and the adventure thrills you get when canyoneering, mountain-trekking or diving.
Photo from Seafari Resort Facebook Page
Seafari Resort is an adventure resort tucked in a breathtaking cliff area in Brgy. Tanawan, Oslob. It prides itself for the luxurious and tranquil atmosphere its guests enjoy during the stay. Here you will find their swimming pools, air-conditioned rooms, studios and apartments with sea view which caters comfort and relaxation.
The catch? You need to traverse more than 200 steps down the cliff to access these amenities.
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For some gastronomic adventure, you can enjoy the tasty dishes served at their in-house restaurant. They serve international food for breakfast, lunch and dinner at very affordable prices. Their chilled drinks and cocktails at their bar are must-tries too. Chillin’ by the poolside with the heavenly view of the sea becomes more rewarding with a sip of your favorite beer.
Photo from Seafari Resort Facebook Page
Aside from overnight stays, the resort also accepts long-term apartment rentals, from 3 – 6 – 12 months and more, all-inclusive for safe and healthy living, resort life at the beach and nature.
The best part of booking an accommodation at Seafari Resort is that they can arrange exciting excursion activities at reasonable prices so that you can enjoy the different top-rated tourist destinations in the southern parts of Cebu.
EXCITING EXCURSION ACTIVITIES
The place, being just a stone throw away from many must-visit spots in the south, also offers exciting day tour packages to these places. Check them out:
Diving (Whale Shark Area/Sumilon Island) – Seafari Resort can arrange this activity for your convenience so you can enjoy snorkeling under the waters of Sumilon Island and Oslob Whale Shark Area that are teeming with abundant marine biodiversity.
Photo by @xkflyaway via IG
Whale Shark Encounter – Whale shark watching in Cebu started last September 2011 and it became popular all over the world when the news hit in the internet last November 2011. Don’t miss to be fascinated with the friendly creatures of the sea as you enjoy watching and swimming with the friendly whale sharks in Oslob, Cebu.
Oslob Whale Shark Watching
Sumilon Island – Sumilon is a 24-hectare island located in the southeastern tip of Cebu that is a favorite spot for diving enthusiasts because of its marine flora and fauna species. Its white sand beaches are a venue for all beach sports and activities. It was declared a fish sanctuary in 1974 by the initiative of Silliman University Marine Reserve.
Photo by @thomito12
Tumalog Falls – Another must-see and recently discovered place in Oslob is the exceptional beauty of Tumalog Falls. The falls have mini-umbrellas that create fine strands of cold, fresh water cascading on a rough mossy wall.
Photo by @sandywadingan via IG
Oslob-Boljoon Tour – Oslob-Boljoon Tour caters the round-trip transfer from the resort to places where most of the tourists love to visit aside from whale watching. This tour includes going to Oslob’s known Baluarte, Oslob Cuartel Heritage Park, Oslob Parish Church, Museo Oslob, Boljoon’s Eli Rock and Boljoon’s Church.
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Aguinid Falls – Aguinid Falls is unique because it is not a single waterfall. Rather, it is a system of waterfalls that runs for a couple of kilometers along Tangbo River. Since it was promoted as an eco-tourism destination, locals and foreigners have witnessed this one-of-a-kind, multi-tiered waterfall system.
Photo by Liliosa Nilooban
Osmeña Peak – Osmeña Peak, the highest mountain in Cebu is a cluster of green jagged hills like a deformed twin of Chocolate Hills of Bohol hugging the shorelines of Badian. It is nestled in a serene town with low temperatures dotted with pine trees.
Photo by Joevercon Dugos
Kandungaw Peak/Strawberry Farm – Sergio’s Farm brings strawberries closer to Cebuanos. It is a farm with a goal to promote the cultivation among local farmers and consumption by Cebuanos of naturally-grown vegetables and fruits without the synthetic chemicals and fertilizers.
Kandungaw Peak
Kawasan Falls – Kawasan Falls is a three-layered waterfall system located at Barangay Matutinao. The water is fresh and crystal clear. The magical landscape of Kawasan Falls is very cool and refreshing – an ideal paradise to anyone who loves and want to get intimate with nature.
Kawasan Falls
Canyoneering Cebu – Canyoneering or Canyoning is the term used for traveling in canyons using a variety of techniques that may include other outdoor activities such as walking, scrambling, climbing, jumping, rappelling, and swimming.
Miraculous Shrine of Simala – Sacred and downright beautiful, the Simala Shrine is a splendid monastery with a medieval castle-like architecture. Known as a miraculous church, Simala Shrine is usually flocked with pilgrims who would pray and show their devotions to Mother Mary.
On Tuesday night, the Department of Health Central Visayas (DOH-7) released its official, consolidated data of the COVID-19 cases in the region as of March 2, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 325 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 364 new recoveries, and 11 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 36,680, while the active cases decreased to 6,025 (from 6,074).
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 17,832 (+151 new) – Total recoveries: 13,934 (+25 new) – Total deaths: 747 (+9 new) – Active cases: 3,151
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 4,268 (+41 new) – Total recoveries: 3,297 (+78 new) – Total deaths: 123 (+0 new) – Active cases: 848
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 4,264 (+89 new) – Total recoveries: 3,199 (+50 new) – Total deaths: 185 (+0 new) – Active cases: 880
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 10,316 (+44 new) – Total recoveries: 8,701 (+211 new) – Total deaths: 469 (+2 new) – Active cases: 1,146
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,025
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 36,680 (+325 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 29,131 (+364 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,524 (+11 new*)
A total of 2,844 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.
Mother nature has certainly blessed Cebu with its abundance of beautiful natural beaches and white sands. And it seems like it doesn’t just end there for with the rise of these attractions so does all the water activities that you can enjoy.
Skimboarding, also known as Skimming, can now be experienced in Asturias, Cebu. Located in Power Beach, this board sport is much similar to surfing only that this sport starts on the beach riding the thin waves using their momentum.
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Using a skimboard, which is much smaller than a surfboard and has no fins, they glide on the water’s surface while meeting an incoming breaking wave then ride it back to shore until it fades away.
Although there are injuries or bruises that comes with the sport, if the waters is calm and only produces small waves, there will be none of that and drowning is also nearly impossible because the sport is done in shallow waters.
Nevertheless, we should always be careful in every activity and we should all enjoy the sport safely.
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Note: As policies frequently change due to the ongoing pandemic, it’s best to contact first the LGU’s Tourism Department prior to your visit.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES:
Entrance Fee: P20 per head
Skimboard Rental: P100 for 1 hour
Other Information:
Opening hours: 8AM to 5PM daily
Asturias Tourism LGU: 0923-160-7074
Email address: N/A
Facebook Page: N/A
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact location: Power Beach, Tangad, Poblacion, Asturias, Northwestern Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from Cebu City.
BY VHIRE (via Transcentral Highway): Take a V-hire from the Ayala terminal and drop off at either the Asturias Municipal Hall or Asturias Central Elementary School. From there, ride a habal-habal (motorbike) going to Power Beach.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Power Beach” in Poblacion, Asturias.
Get your good vibes on and have a blast in the tropical sceneries of Virgin Beach Resort.
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Virgin Beach Resort is a “funtastic” holiday destination with a variety of relaxing and exciting activities for the guests. It has been around for 25 years so rest assured, Virgin Beach Resort knows how to please its guests.
Despite its age, the resort maintains its youthful look and regularly updates its facilities to keep up with the times but the rooms still possess a bit of the charms of the past which is relaxing in its own way.
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Looking at the resort from the outside, one wouldn’t imagine how long it has been standing because of the abundance of plants giving life to the resort and the visually pleasing blue-and-white motif that just makes everything stand out.
RESORT FACILITIES
At 25 years old, Virgin Beach Resort stands as one of the oldest beach resorts in Cebu yet despite its age, it continues to attract people to its serene atmosphere. Over the years, it has grown so big that it already has a good number of facilities that it would take more than a day to fully experience all of them.
The current facilities of the resort are:
Basketball, Volleyball, and Tennis Courts
Table Tennis
Billiard Tables
Restaurant and Bar
Business Center
Conference Rooms
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With a resort this big, it is guaranteed to also have a large number of activities which guests would surely enjoy. There are activities that provide the needed rush to adrenaline junkies such as a variety of indoor sports and water activities.
At the same time, there are also other slow-paced activities that would be perfect for those with wanderlust such as:
horseback riding,
scooter riding,
scuba diving,
snorkeling,
island hopping
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Aside from a myriad of facilities, there are also multiple choices when it comes to rooms and accommodations which are located in different areas of the resort. Due to their different location, they also have different views but peace and comfort serves as their common denominator.
They even have weekly and monthly rates to encourage the guests to stay longer and fully experience all the resort has to offer.
Small Deluxe Duplex CottageSuperior RoomLarge Deluxe RoomBarkada Lodge
Virgin Beach Resort, with its age and the experience that comes with its years, has perpetually evolved to be able to continuously provide the perfect holiday vacation to every guest that steps foot in their tropical village.
Photo from Virgin Beach Resort Facebook Page
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
ROOM RATES:
Orchid Family Duplex Cottage Room, good for 8 persons
Overnight: P5,000 per night
Weekly: P4,000 per night
Monthly: P3,000 per night
Orchid Deluxe Large Duplex Cottage Suites, good for 4-6 persons
Overnight: P4,000 per night
Weekly: P3,000 per night
Monthly: P2,000 per night
Orchid Deluxe Small Duplex Cottage Suites, good for 2 persons
BY BUS: Find your way to the Cebu North Bus Terminal. From there, take any bus that’s bound for “Daanbantayan” or “Maya via Bagay”. Inform the driver of your destination and he will drop you off near Malbago Elementary School’s waiting shed. Contact the resort beforehand and avail of their pickup service.
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Virgin Beach Resort” in Malbago, Daanbantayan. Be sure to inform the resort beforehand of your arrival date. Parking space is available upon arrival.
On Monday 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 1, 2021.
Today, the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Cebu Province — recorded 330 new confirmed COVID-19 cases, 291 new recoveries, and 10 new deaths. This brings Cebu’s total confirmed cases to 36,355, while the active cases decreased to 6,074 (from 6,045).
Cebu’s recovery rate is now at 79.05%.
Breakdown of cases:
Cebu City – Total confirmed: 17,692 (+160 new) – Total recoveries: 13,911 (+84 new) – Total deaths: 738 (+9 new) – Active cases: 3,043
Lapu-Lapu City – Total confirmed: 4,228 (+59 new) – Total recoveries: 3,220 (+20 new) – Total deaths: 123 (+0 new) – Active cases: 885
Mandaue City – Total confirmed: 4,171 (+49 new) – Total recoveries: 3,149 (+31 new) – Total deaths: 185 (+0 new) – Active cases: 837
Cebu Province – Total confirmed: 10,264 (+62 new) – Total recoveries: 8,488 (+156 new) – Total deaths: 467 (+1 new) – Active cases: 1,309
Summary of COVID-19 cases in Cebu:
Total Active Cases in Cebu: 6,074
Total Confirmed Cases in Cebu: 36,355 (+330 new)
Total Recoveries in Cebu: 28,768 (+291 new)
Total Deaths in Cebu: 1,513 (+10 new*)
A total of 2,168 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.
