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Building permits in Cebu City can now be applied online

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On October 1, you can start applying for your building permits online. This is part of the project by the City Government as they move to streamline permit processing.

The Office of the Building Official (OBO) has created the OBO Information System, headed by Architect Florante Catalan. This was made to make things easier for our developers, engineers, and architects to secure permits from the OBO.

With the pandemic at hand, the best thing for us to do is stay in the comforts of our homes while not forgetting about your responsibility. As we transition into the practices of social distancing, the City Government has slowly been adapting to this change, too.

Hence, the City Government of Cebu urges applicants to visit the OBO’s official website www.mics.cebucity.gov.ph/obo for further details.

This venture is actually a good development in our thrust to further improve the ease of doing business in the City of Cebu. This also allows the City Government to lessen human-to-human contact and visits during this pandemic.

Happy Buddha: Dimsum Over the Mountains in Cebu City

Learning new and interesting ways for one to eat is an experience worth taking an adventure over, because eating in itself is an experience worth investing.

You are what you eat, and where you eat can also be a part of it. If you feel like exploring somewhere breath-taking to eat, or a fan of Dimsum dishes, or both, then take an adventure towards Happy Buddha – Dimsum Ride.

Located in Cantipla, Cebu Transcentral Highway, Busay, this restaurant offers refreshing Dimsum dishes as you dine over the outlook of the mountains of Busay. While you dine, you can adore and gaze at the wonderful sight to behold while feeling the mountain breeze.

The sight and location are not the only good thing about the restaurant, however. Indeed, their dishes are said to be amazingly delicious, captivating the essence of Dimsum dishes. Their 60-peso steamed fried rice and spare ribs are mouth-watering just by looking at it.

Note: The restaurant offers delivery within 5 kilometers or you can pickup your order at Mabolo 2566 Tres Borces Padres St. Cebu City, right beside MorTing’s BBQ while making payments through BDO, GCash, or Cash on delivery.

Rates & Other Information

Menu:

Other information

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Cantipla, Cebu Transcentral Highway, Busay, Cebu City — approx. 1 hour away from the main road.

BY VAN: From the PUV terminal at Ayala Center Cebu, take a VHire to Balamban. Tell the driver to drop you off at Happy Buddha in Cantipla  (near the Strawberry Farm Cantipla). Van fare is ₱120 per head.

BY CAR: If you’re bringing your own vehicle, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “Unplug” in Transcentral Highway. Hailing a cab or Grab is not possible, unless you rent a car.

Entire Cebu to remain under MGCQ until October 31

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On Monday night, Health Secretary Francisco Duque III announced during President Duterte’s weekly address to the nation the new community quarantine classifications for the month of October.

Malacanang still placed the whole island of Cebu — Cebu City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City, and the Province of Cebu — under the relaxed Modified General Community Quarantine (MGCQ).

Meanwhile, Lanao del Sur will be under the stricter modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) while the general community quarantine (GCQ) status will retain over Metro Manila and several other areas in the country.

The entire Cebu has been placed under MGCQ since September 1, 2020. Since then, more businesses and tourist attractions have gradually re-opened.

MGCQ Guidelines

Cebu City Mayor Edgar Labella has yet to issue the new Executive Order for the MGCQ extension until October. (We will update this page once issued.)

Meanwhile, here’s the previously issued Executive Order No. 89 specifying the MGCQ guidelines:

Now allowed under MGCQ:

  • Tourist destinations (e.g. water parks, beaches, resorts)
  • Gyms, fitness studios, sports facilities for non-contact sports
  • Spas (full body massage)
  • Tattoo and body piercing
  • Internet and computer shops, educational support establishments, libraries, archives, and museums (allowed at 50 percent capacity)
  • Pet grooming services, travel agencies, tour operators, and other personal care services 
  • Live events (subject to DOT guidelines on meetings, incentives, conventions, exhibitions, and business events)
  • Dine-ins, barbershops, and salons are now allowed at 75% capacity
  • Shopping malls are now allowed to operate until 10PM
  • All other activities included under GCQ

Things to note:

  • Quarantine Passes are still required for non-workers and QR coding is still in effect.
    • QPasses ending in odd numbers (1, 3, 5, 7, 9) can go out on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays (5AM-1PM).
    • QPasses ending in even numbers (0, 2, 4, 5, 8) on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays (1PM-9PM).
  • Employees must present Company ID or Certificate of Employment (COE).
  • Wearing of face masks is mandatory.
  • Religious mass gatherings and other gatherings such as sporting events and work conferences can now accommodate up to 50% capacity.
  • Persons under 21 years old and above 60 years old, people with underlying health conditions, and pregnant women are still mandated to stay-at-home.

Cebu Province

Executive Order No. 20 and 20A for MGCQ status in Cebu Province:

Mandaue City

Executive Order No. 83 for MGCQ status in Mandaue City:

Lapu-Lapu City

Executive Order no. 48-N for MGCQ status in Lapu-Lapu City:

This page will be updated regularly. Make sure to bookmark this page for updates.

Great finds at Marutaka Auction under the new normal

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Shopping has never been this fun and safe under the new normal!

Marutaka Auction Trading, a Japanese surplus auction store with branches in Consolacion and Minglanilla, has finally re-opened. Its non-traditional retail of bidding has sold more than 1,000 high quality yet affordable items a day.

You can bid for useful and superb items for as low as ₱100! 

If that isn’t enough to convince you. We’ve prepared you a list of all the great finds in Marutaka.

1. Kitchen set

If you are planning to have your dinnerware completely transformed then they have it all here for you. Sets of plates, casseroles and even a tea set if you are a tea person.

2. Musical instruments

They can have electric guitars, acoustic guitars, and many more if you’re lucky enough.

3. Figurines and House designs

They have items of luck and small and intricate figurines that speaks elegance. There are even life sized sculptures.

4. Furnitures

They have cabinets, chairs, sofas, sala sets, beds, dinner tables and vanity tables that are just classy and even comes in various designs for you to choose from.

5. Jewelries

If you are more interested in those small sparkly objects then you are in for a treat because they’ve got quite the collection of amazing pieces. They have accessories, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, cuffs, pins and even rings. These vintage and valuable items awaits you.

6. Toys

They might have toys that will make a collector cry, vintage and original. Only a true collector can tell.

The items sold here look amazing that their incredibly low range of prices is hard to believe.

STEPS ON HOW TO BID

  • Assess and look for items that you’d want to bid on. Previewing of items starts at 8AM.
  • Register before 1pm and get your bidder number. Bidding starts at 9AM, until 6PM.
  • Be alert on the items that you like for the bidding is fast.
  • Raise your number if you want the item at the announced price.
  • Price will get higher as long as someone is willing to buy that item.
  • All items are sold on that day so you better grab them for you won’t have a second chance. (a whole new set of items every week)
  • Claiming of items is on Monday-Wednesday.
  • Additional storage charge of ₱100 per excess day.

Note: Taking pictures and videos is strictly prohibited during auction.

NEW NORMAL GUIDELINES:

  •  NO FACEMASK – NO ENTRY
  •  NO FACE SHEILDS –  NO ENTRY
  •  1 REGISTRATION IS GOOD FOR 1 PERSON ONLY

BRANCHES:

1. CONSOLACION, Cebu (along the highway) — Few meters away from SM Consolacion.Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Marutaka Trading” in Consolacion. Parking space is available.

  • Opening hours: Sundays 8:00 AM PRE VIEWING / 9:00 AM AUCTION START
  • Auction age admission: 20 years old & above only

2. PAKIGNE, MINGLANILLA, CEBU – Before Pakigne Barangay Hall. You may search for “Pakigne Barangay Hall” on Waze or Google Maps.

  • Opening hours: Thursdays 8:00 AM PRE VIEWING / 9:00 AM AUCTION START
  • Auction age admission: 20 years old & above only

COME AND ENJOY BIDDING!

Cebu South Bus to implement Centralized Ticketing System

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On Monday, the Provincial Board (PB) has approved the resolution authorizing Governor Gwendolyn Garcia to enter into an agreement with the technology provider of the installation and implementation of a centralized automated ticketing system for the Cebu South Bus Terminal.

PB has authorized Cebu Governor to “execute and sign in behalf of the Province of Cebu, a contract agreement with Topline Hi-tech and Synergy Corporation for the design, supply, installation, operation and maintenance of centralized automated ticketing system at CSBT.”

Anthony Soco, board member and author of the resolution, said that the implementation of this system is timely and relevant as a comfortable, safe, and efficient public ride is needed during this pandemic.

“With the continued strict implementation of the health and safety protocols in the Province of Cebu, there is a need to modernize ticket purchase, passenger handling and management procedures through user-friendly technology that would help the bus terminal especially on peak hours when congestions are observed,”

– Excerpt from the PB Resolution

CSBT officer-in-charge Carmen Quijano said Topline President Eugene Erik Lapasaran Lim informed her on Tuesday, September 22 that they will be installing the machines soon.

According to Quijano, now is the best time to install the machines for the system as the terminal is not experiencing high passenger traffic.

Topline Hi-tech and Synergy Corporation is a Cebu-based company providing data management and technology solutions to their clients.

Topline submitted an unsolicited proposal to the Provincial Government of Cebu to design, supply, install, operate, and maintain a cashless fare experience through their system.

Economic Enterprise Council then declared Topline Hi-Tech and Synergy Corporation the proponent for the project through Resolution No. 2020-02.

7 Mountain-Top Restaurants with a view in Busay

The mountain top of Busay has always been revered for its majestic view of Cebu City and the comfort that it gives to those who visit. It serves as a sanctuary for the weary and exhausted Cebuanos.

So, it comes as no surprise that many people set up shop along the sides of the mountain to take advantage of the attraction and give people more reason to visit the place. The most common establishments are those that sell food because everybody knows that food and drinks are best paired with the great view and of course some good company.

1. Top of Cebu

Top of Cebu is a two-tiered restaurant that is an extension of the famous Cebu Tops and serves as its dining counterpart.  This is perfect for those looking for something more than just a casual hangout spot.

Its first floor is still perfect for chill get-togethers such as family reunions while the second floor caters more to formal settings. They offer both Filipino and International dishes so everybody has few options to choose from.

Their Zomato rating is 3.9 stars out of 5.

MENU

OTHER INFORMATION

Exact location: Brgy. Busay, Cebu Transcentral Highway, Cebu City – just beside the popular Tops Lookout (20-30 minutes drive from JY Square Mall in Lahug, Cebu City)

Read more: https://sugbo.ph/2018/top-of-cebu-restaurant/

2. Balay sa Busay

Nothing hits closer to home to Filipinos who eat in Balay sa Busay. It has a rustic Filipino-inspired interior and their main dish is a plate of nostalgia for Cebuanos and Filipinos. They mainly serve favorite Cebuano-Filipino dishes which were developed by their specialist with a few of her personal touches. Their foods are reasonably priced which is why it is the best place for tourists to immerse in Filipino culture through their stomachs.

On the first floor, the dining room is connected to an open balcony with a hillside view. The upper floor is an azotea that gives a better view of the hills. There are also function rooms which still has a view of the hillside which is perfect for medium to big groups. Balay sa Busay can accommodate up to 200 people.

Balay sa Busay has a Zomato rating of 3.9 stars out of 5.0

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

BEST SELLERS

  • Paboritong Sisig ni Tatay – P245
  • Pancit-Batil-Batong – P359
  • Pomelo salad – P212
  • Honey Chili Crablets – P185
  • Lechon Tinola ni Lolo – P475

MENU:

OTHER INFORMATION:

  • Opening Hours:               
    • 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Monday to Thursday
    • 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Friday to Sunday
    • Note: Temporarily closed due to the pandemic
  • Contact Numbers: (032) 354 7169 / 0917-712-9816
  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BalaySaBusay/

Exact location: Brgy. Busay, Cebu Transcentral Highway, Cebu City — along the road on the way to the popular Tops Lookout (20-30 minutes drive from JY Square Mall in Lahug, Cebu City)

Read more: https://sugbo.ph/2018/balay-sa-busay/

3. Cabanas

Cabanas is a treehouse hangout spot that’s a combination of a “tambayan” and a restaurant. It is the perfect place for small groups. All of their activities are perfect for casual conversations as well.

They have a chess table, billiard pool, lounge, and even swing sets. The ambiance of the place is just perfect for dates or catching up with close friends.

They still capitalize on the mountain’s city view with tables in an open hillside area. Their dishes are limited to breakfast specials and “silog” meals but they are very light on the pocket and still enough to fill an empty stomach.

Walk-in Guest Fee: P150 / head

MENU:

  • Pork Sisig: P150
  • Pork Barbeque: P25 per stick
  • Chicken Sandwich: P60
  • Tempura: P70
  • Hotdog on a stick: P25
  • Cheeseburger: P60
  • Chicken Pork Adobo: P150
  • Batchoy: P60
  • Lomi: P80
  • ‘Silog’ meals: P50

*Prices are subject to change without prior notice

OTHER INFORMATION:

  • Contact numbers: 0927-150-4286 / 0917-174-6694
  • Facebook Page: N/A

Exact location: 1711 Tops rd, Busay, Cebu City — just beside Balay sa Busay

4. Mr. A Bar and Restaurant

Mr. A Bar and Restaurant has a chill atmosphere for fun nights with close friends and families. It is one of the cheaper restaurants that’s perfect for budget night outs. The dishes they serve are from Italian and Filipino cuisine. The place can accommodate small to big groups of people who are just looking for a low key get-together. Customers will love experiencing candlelit dinners on the hillsides while eating their pizzas and pastas. Aside from a wonderful view of the city, their other selling point is the videoke that Filipinos love so much.

Mr. A’s has a Zomato rating of 3.5 stars out of 5.0

MENU:

OTHER INFORMATION

Exact Location: Lower Busay Heights, Busay, Cebu City

5. La Vie in the Sky

La Vie in the Sky isone of the most elegant restobars in Busay that offers the same “wines and dining” experience as La Vie Parisienne.

It stays true to its name with its glamorous French aesthetic and takes customers on an imaginary trip to Paris – only this time it comes with a view of Cebu City.

It has a Zomato rating of 3.6 stars out of 5.0.

Other information

Exact location: Brgy. Busay, Cebu Transcentral Highway, Cebu City — along the road on the way to the popular Tops Lookout (20-30 minutes drive from JY Square Mall in Lahug, Cebu City)

Read more: https://sugbo.ph/2018/la-vie-in-the-sky-cebu/

6. Delice Recipes

Dates will never go wrong in Delice Recipes. The romantic atmosphere of the place plus the city lights will bring couples closer together. The interior of the restaurant is simple yet elegant which gives couples a luxurious experience.

They mainly serve Mediterranean which is perfect for dates as well. The food here is one of the best in terms of presentation, quality, and reasonable pricing.

Delice Recipes has a Zomato Rating of 4.0 stars out of 5.0.

MENU:

OTHER INFORMATION

  • Contact Number: +63 906 4258799
  • Facebook Page: N/A

Exact Location: Upper Veteran’s Drive, Barangay Busay, Cebu City — beside Balay sa Busay and Cabanas Busay.

7. Busay Green Canopy

The Busay Green Canopy is unique in that it does not have a view deck with tables but instead traces the slope of the mountain which makes it blend with nature especially with the various flora planted in every level.

The terraced design of this restaurant is not meant to stand out but instead immerse visitors in the energy of the mountain that in a way gives the exact feeling of dining in nature.

The preserved form of the mountain combined with the view of Cebu really helps establish the feeling of being away from the city that eases the mind and body.

MENU

OTHER INFORMATION

Exact location: Cebu Transcentral Highway, Busay, Cebu City — a few meters away from the outer corner of Mountain View Nature’s Park.

Read more: https://sugbo.ph/2018/busay-green-canopy/

Soon to rise: New Cebu International Container Port in Consolacion

The New Cebu International Container Port – one of President Duterte’s flagship projects under the Build, Build, Build Infrastructure Program – has commenced in Tayud, Consolacion, Cebu.

The New Cebu International Container Port (NCICP) is a ₱10.1-billion project that will cover 25 hectares of reclaimed land in the town of Consolacion.

₱8.8 billion of the total cost will come from a loan agreement between the Philippine Government and the Export-Import Bank of Korea which was signed in June 2018 and another ₱1.4 billion will be provided by the national government.

It has experienced delays mostly due to lacking clearances and the COVID-19 pandemic but it is set to commence upon completion of the consultancy work according to the head of the Cebu Port Authority.

Render from Oriental Consultants

Long-term solution

The new Cebu International Container Port is seen as a long-term solution to the congestion problems of the current Cebu International Port (CIP). Upon completion of the project, the current CIP will be converted into a domestic port while the NCICP will cater to international cargoes coming in and out of Cebu.

Aside from decongesting the base port, it is also expected to improve the transport infrastructure system for the unimpeded flow of goods and services in the Visayas.

The new port will have a berthing facility with a 500-meter quay wall length that can simultaneously accommodate two 2,000 TEU (twenty-foot equivalent unit) vessels, operating facilities and structures for containers such as a freight station and inspection shed, an access road and bridge and a dredged waterway and turning basin, as stated in multiple news articles.

Timeline

June 2018: PH and South Korea’s Export-Import Bank signed an P8.8 billion loan agreement for the project. The Korean bank gave the national government until October 2018 to start the project.

February 2019: In an article, it was reported that DOTr had yet to secure clearances from the Philippine Reclamation Authority and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.

January 2020: The Department of Transportation issued the notice of award for the consultancy services of the project to South Korea-based Yooshin Engineering Corporation.

August 2020: Cebu Port Authority (CPA) says new Cebu international container port could start this year.

CPA General Manager Leonilo Miole reported that consultancy works for the project were “currently ongoing”. If deadlines are met, then the construction of the project may start in a few months according to the head of Cebu Port Authority.

Take a trip to Valentin Farm Resort in Consolacion

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From its name, all kinds of love can be spent here at Valentin Farm Resort.

Photo by Cherry Belle Callelero

The most common form of love Eros, which is romantic love, yet it can also be for affectionate love with your barkada, i.e. Philia, or familial love, i.e. Storge.

You can rent the whole place and it is all yours for the day! It has a spacious area fit for large groups of people, so be sure to bring your loved ones over.

Pool & Bar

It has a cool and refreshing infinity pool overlooking the mountains with a maximum depth of 6 ft. and alongside it a poolside bar and gazebo for some drinks and a chill place to hang.

The resort also has its own videoke to sing your hearts out and let the stress float away from your soul through music.

It also has a billiard deck for those who enjoy playing a bit of billiard to calm themselves up.

The resort even has its own kitchen and rooms you can stay in if you choose to stay here overnight.

Indeed, it is a good place to dive in and disconnect from the digital world as the whole place is surrounded by trees and nature. However, be sure to ready yourselves on the fact that there is no signal here to truly become one with Mother Earth.

For children, there is even a playground that they can run around in, but it could also be a playground for you and your team if you ever come here for teambuilding. Yes, it is also a good spot for teambuilding with your officemates and workmates as the lot is spacious enough.

Rates & Other Information

Day Use:

  • Day Use Hours: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Rate: ₱5,000 per day, good for 10 pax

Note:

  • +₱350 per excess adult, +₱150 per excess child between 4-12 years old, +₱100 per excess child 3 years old and below.
  • not inclusive of rooms.

Overnight Use:

  • 1st Package: ₱10,000, 6 pax, 3 rooms (2 pax per room)
  • 2nd Package: ₱10,000, 14 pax, rooms with army bunkers
  • 3rd Package: ₱8,000, 8 pax, entire house with kitchen

Additional fees:

  • +₱650 per excess adult,
  • +₱300 per excess child between 4-12 years old,
  • +₱150 per excess child 3 years old and below.
  • +₱2,000 for unlimited karaoke

Note:

  • Check-in: 2PM / Check-out: 12NN the next day
  • ₱1,000 incidental fee is required which is refundable during checkout
  • 50% down payment and a guest list is required
  • The resort does not accept walk-ins. You need to contact them beforehand to reserve the place.
  • Pets are not allowed in the resort

Other Information

How to get there?

Exact location: Sitio Taya, Brgy. Polog, Consolacion, Cebu — approx. 1.5 hour away from Cebu City.

BY JEEPNEY: From SM City Cebu, you can ride a jeepney going to Consolacion. If you’re from the Talamban/Pit-os area, there are also jeepneys that go to Consolacion.  You can drop off at Fooda Consolacion where afterwards you can ride a habal-habal  to take you to Valentin Farm. Average fair is around P50-P80 and make sure that you negotiate with the mentioned price.

Note: Riding a public jeepney and/or habal-habal may not be possible under community quarantine. It’s best to go there with your own vehicle.

BY CAR: Navigate with Google Maps or Waze then set the destination to “Valentin Farm Resort” in Consolacion. Parking space is available.

GCash, PayMaya, Banks to charge fund transfer fees starting October

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We will have to pay for convenience starting this October.

While most Filipinos are still coping with the financial crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic that started in Wuhan, China, most Philippine banks and e-wallets GCash and PayMaya will start charging online bank transfer fees starting on October 1, 2020.

When these companies announced this news, many netizens expressed dismay as most people have been relying on these platforms for digital transactions, now that ‘cashless’ payments are highly encouraged.

While banks have been charging bank transfer fees pre-COVID times, this is the first time GCash and PayMaya will be charging fees for select digital transactions.

GCash

As of this writing, GCash has not yet disclosed the corresponding fees of online bank transfers. But users can now see the note on the app that says “Starting October 1, 2020, a PHP15 fee will be charged per transaction.

  • GCash Send to Bank (Bank Transfer): ₱15 per transaction
  • Bank cash-in: None for partnered banks
  • GCash to GCash: None

PayMaya

Here’s the updated list of charges and fees on PayMaya transactions starting on October 1.

SEND MONEY

TRANSACTIONCHARGES AND FEES
Send Money
PayMaya to PayMaya
Free
Send Money
PayMaya to Smart Money (v.v)
1.5%
(Sender pays)
Bank transfer via the PayMaya appPhp 10.00*
*Effective October 1, 2020
Send to bank account via ATM ( IBFT via ATM)Php 15.00*
*Effective August 1, 2020

ADD MONEY

TRANSACTIONCHARGES AND FEES
Add Money via over the Counter (OTC) Channels(Add Money Channel is not mentioned below will remain free of charge until further notice.)Convenience Stores7- Eleven (Convenience fee will be paid upon add money)Ministop (Waived fees until further notice)Self-service KiosksTouchPayeTapPay & Go

Mall / Supermarket / Department StoresRobinsons Department Store Business CentersSM Store Business CentersGaisano CapitalRemittanceTambuntingRD PawnshopPalawan ExpressPera HubOther PartnersLBC ExpressECPayBayad CenterPos!bleDigipayiBayadSmart Stores
1%*
*Effective October 1, 2020.
Fee shall only apply once you have exceeded Php 10,000 Add Money threshold within the month.
Add Money via Smart Padala Centers A service fee worth Php15.00 will be changed for Add Money transactions up to Php1,000.00.Additional Php7.50 will be charged for every additional amount up to Php500.00.
Add Money via Bank – BDO Over-the-CounterFree until further notice
Add Money via Bank AccountFree until further notice
Add Money via Instapay / PESONetFees vary depending on sending bank / financial institution

ATM WITHDRAWAL AND BALANCE INQUIRY

TRANSACTIONCHARGES AND FEES
ATM Witrawal
Bancnet
Php 15.00*
*Additional fees may apply depending on the bank ATM
ATM Witrawal
Landbank
Php 5.00
ATM Witrawal
International
USD 2.00 – USD 5.00*
*Additional fees may apply depending on the bank ATM
ATM Balance InquiryPhp 2.50

BILLS PAYMENT

TRANSACTIONCHARGES AND FEES
Bills PaymentPhp 0.00 – Php 20.00*
*Varies per biller. Exact biller fee is shown and applied during transaction confirmation

MAINTAINING BALANCE

TRANSACTIONCHARGES AND FEES
Maintaining BalanceNo Fees

PH BANKS

LIST OF BANKS TO CHARGE FEES ON OCTOBER 1

These banks will now charge for online transactions made through InstaPay, PESONet, etc.

  • BDO Unibank, Inc.
  • Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company
  • Bank of the Philippine Islands
  • Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation
  • China Banking Corporation
  • Bank of Commerce
  • Robinsons Bank Corporation
  • Philippine Savings Bank
  • PayMaya Philippines, Inc.
  • G-Xchange, Inc. (GXI)
  • China Bank Savings, Inc.
  • Philippine Bank of Communications (extending its P1.00 fee due to system constraints)
  • Equicom Savings Bank, Inc.

LIST OF BANKS WAIVING FEES UNTIL DECEMBER 31

Below are the banks that extended the waived fees until December 2020.

  • Union Bank of the Philippines
  • Asia United Bank Corporation
  • Land Bank of the Philippines
  • Development Bank of the Philippines
  • Security Bank Corporation
  • Sterling Bank of Asia, Inc.
  • Standard Chartered Bank
  • East West Banking Corporation
  • United Coconut Planters Bank
  • Maybank Philippines, Inc.
  • Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (waived for retail; for corporate – reduced from P150.00 to P50.00 from July 1, 2020)

Until further notice:

  • Philippine National bank
  • MUFG Bank, Ltd.
  • CTBC Bank (Philippines) Corporation
  • Bank of China Limited – Manila Branch

Expree: Cebu’s Newest Homegrown Delivery App Designed for Startups

Searching for the best gastronomic experience has never been easier. Satisfy your cravings for Cebu food with just a few taps on your phone through this new yet reliable homegrown food delivery app, Expree.

Proudly a Cebuano brand, Expree is the newest online food and grocery delivery app that aims to give you the best service in rates that slide right into our budget.

You can now place orders at local restaurants, fast food chains and supermarkets via the Expree mobile app on iOS and Android devices whenever and wherever you are.

Here’s a list of its key features that would make you click install in no time.

HOMEGROWN RESTAURANTS

Nothing beats our homegrown food when it comes to our cravings. Cebu’s roster of orgasmic food is growing every day. Expree even helps you keep up with the food trend and allows you to support and buy local food.

With over 550 Cebu brands available on Express (and new ones are added everyday), you’ll never go hungry and run out of choices.

USER-FRIENDLY

Expree boasts a simple and very user-friendly interface. It only takes four (4) steps from downloading the app to registering an account and ordering your favorite food.

For a start, simply download the ‘Expree’ app on the App Store or Google Play and the app will just guide you with the rest!

LOW DELIVERY FEE

The standard delivery fee of Expree is only P49 for the first 4km radius and just P10 per km or a fraction thereof after 4km.

Good news! From September 25 to October 31, 2020, Expree offers an introductory delivery fee of P10 only!

MORE ACCURATE LOCATION READING

“Asa dapit inyo mam/sir?” Sounds familiar? One frustrating downside of deliveries in general is the geo-location which causes drivers to call you and ask for more specific directions. Expree tries to address this pesky problem with its unique, integrated five-map GPS system that allows users to get more accurate location readings. They also secured seasoned professional drivers who know the in and out of Cebu.

FASTER ACCEPTANCE OF BOOKINGS

Having more than 200 available drivers certainly gives you the security that your food will be booked as soon as you click, and delivered fast and safe.

The Expree drivers are also trained to give you the best customer experience.

BECOME A PARTNER MERCHANT

Whether you are an established restaurant or a new food startup, Expree will help you reach more people online. They have easy merchant registration and an amazing dashboard to help you get started.

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