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Cascades Nature Park: Lush green paradise in Compostela

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Cascades Nature Park: Lush green paradise in Compostela

Make way for Compostela’s newest attraction!

Cascades Nature Park is a perfect mix of scenic natural landscapes and high-end amenities. Taking pride as Compostela’s largest outdoor venue for practically any event you can think of, Cascades Nature Park sure is gonna give your dream event a green touch.

They just had their soft opening last September 15, 2020, and while some of their amenities are still being finished, their pool and lake are already available for use.

  • Aerial view of Cascades Nature Park
  • Huge swimming pool
  • Huge swimming pool

Cascades Nature Park can cater to any large event – garden-themed weddings and reception, team buildings, concerts, debuts, and photoshoots – you name it! Over 6 hectares in size, Cascades Nature Park has a lot of amenities.

This includes an islet located in the center of a lake (perfect spot for exchanging of vows). You can go fishing in the lake or rent out a kayak, paddle board, canoe, or a pedal boat. They also have a 600-square meter swimming pool (one of the largest in Cebu) for pool lovers.

  • Unique islet
  • Water Activities

Amenities:

  • Huge swimming pool
  • Water Activities
    • Kayaks
    • Paddle Boards
    • 3-person canoe
    • Pedal Boat
  • Unique Island
    • Island in the middle of our Lake
    • Perfect stage for weddings, concerts, or performances
    • Seating surrounding the outside of the lake with a perfect view of the island
  • Large Open Fields
  • Bar and Grill
  • Games
    • Boche Ball
    • Volleyball (coming soon)
    • Soccer
    • Playing Cards
  • Big Lake with Fishing
    • Walking Path – 285 Meters around the Lake
    • Casitas and Cabanas
    • Central Island – The perfect stage for any event!
    • Water Activities
    • Fish include: Tilapia
  • Private Cabanas
    • Up to 10 People per Cabana. Good for Day use only; not valid for overnight stay.
  • Covered Facilities
  • Large Open Fields
  • Private Cabanas

Cascades Nature Park can be booked for exclusive events but non-exclusive reservations are accepted too.

Day passes are available for those who want to enjoy the amenities for a day. Take note that interested guests must make a reservation first before going to Cascades Nature Park. For now, they are limiting visitors to 150 at a time. Same-day reservations for daytime passes are also allowed.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

DAY USE:

  • Adults: P200 per head
  • Children: P160 per head (for children ages 3-12, seniors, PWDs)
  • 2 years old and below: FREE
  • Day pass entrance fees are inclusive of parking fee, tables and chairs, and use of all public facilities including the swimming pool and lake

COTTAGE FEES:

  • Casita (poolside or lakeside): P500 (good for 6 people; day use only)
  • Cabana: P1,000 (good for 10 people)
  • Shade tent: P250 (only for use in open field or lawn)

Other fees:

  • Kayak: P150/hour
  • Paddle board: P150/hour
  • Canoe: P200/hour
  • Fishing: P200/kilo (black tilapia); P450/kilo (orange tilapia); bring your own fishing poles.
  • Fish feeding: P10/bag

Note:

  • Outside food is allowed. But the management requires the visitors to take home and dispose their garbage properly. Guests are encouraged to bring their own trash bag.
  • Alcohol from outside are not allowed. You can buy at their bar.
  • Loud music in the pool or lake area is not allowed.
  • To make a reservation for weddings, corporate events, team buildings, concerts, and other celebrations, contact them with the links below.

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: St.Francis Subdiviision, Barangay Magay, Compostela, Northern Cebu — approx. 1.5 hours away from Cebu City.

BY COMMUTE: From SM City Cebu, you can ride:
– Vhire going to Danao ETT: 1 hour and 10 minutes Fare: ₱50
– Or jeep going to Danao (27 = Jeep Number) Fare: ₱20-25
…just tell the driver to drop you off at “Skina Buluang”.

From there, there are motorbikes or halal-habal and tricycles at the skina, tell them that you’re going to “Cascades Nature Park”. Fare is ₱10-20 per head.

BY CAR: Head on to Compostela and stop at Magay Elementary School. Right across the school is the St. Francis Subdivision. Enter the subdivision and drive straight through the pawn shop. Upon arriving at the pawn shop, make a left turn and you will see Cascades Nature Park.

LOOK: New premium black taxis in Cebu

Marel Baluyos
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LOOK: New premium black taxis in Cebu

Have you seen those sleek black taxis roaming around Cebu?

Yes, you’ve heard it right. Taxis. Premium taxi service that are part of the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program of the Department of Transportation (DOTr).

These premium taxis have started operating in Cebu to answer the need of riding in a safe, comfortable, and reliable public transport service. This program aims to provide a reasonably priced option with high-end safety and comfort features.

Black Taxis with Silver and Gold markings

Premium taxis are classified into two types: silver and gold. The color classification is determined by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) in consideration to displacement or power rating, leg room, luggage compartment and many more.

Silver markings

Flagdown Rate: P50

Passengers:

  • 4 passengers for Sedan;
  • 6 passengers for Multi-Purpose Vehicles (MPV); and
  • 7 passengers for Utility Vans (UV)

Gold markings

Flagdown Rate: P60

Passengers:

  • 4 passengers for both Sedan and Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV)
  • 7 passengers with pilot seats for the Utility Vans (Premium)

Modern Taxi Features

  • Free internet access for passengers,
  • Closed circuit television (CCTV)
  • On-board navigation system (GPS) or Global Mobile Satellite System (GMSS).
  • A ride-hailing service app (Grab, MiCab, Hirna, and Hype)
  • Dashboard and occupancy cameras with continuous recording of the past 24 hours of operation.

Score items for P199 at this Forever 21 branch in Cebu City

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Score items for P199 at this Forever 21 branch in Cebu City

Now that more people are allowed to go out and more workers have reported back to the office, we may need new clothes or outfits to wear for different occasions. But with the pandemic going on, you might also be looking to shop for new stuff without spending too much.

Good news! SM City Cebu announced on its Facebook Page that Forever 21 – SM City Cebu is on End-of-Season sale where you can score fashion items for as low as P199.

Here are some photos posted from SM City Cebu FB Page:

Forever 21 at SM City Cebu is open from Mondays to Sundays, 10AM to 8PM, at the 2nd Level, The Northwing.

When going out, make sure to observe the following:

  • Quarantine pass or Certificate of Employment (COE) is required to enter the mall.
  • Must wear a face mask and face shield at all times.
  • Observe physical distancing.

Also don’t forget to wash your hands frequently and disinfect thoroughly as soon as you get home.

For orders and inquiries, you can contact them at (032) 520-2969 or 0936-106-9571. You can also order via SM City Cebu’s Pabili service: gosm.link/SMCC_PS_YourCityShopper

For updates, you can follow the official Facebook Page of SM City Cebu (Official).

https://www.facebook.com/smcitycebuofficial/posts/4753483954676597

Soon to rise: Medellin Airport

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Soon to rise: Medellin Airport

On their 138th Charter Anniversary in 2019, Mayor Joven Mondigo Jr. shared his dream for a better Medellin – a new airport that will open the gates of the town to more opportunities.

The town of Medellin is considered as the “sugar bowl” of Cebu. The town has been relying on farming as a source of revenue for years but they have also started to recognize their potential as an economic and industrial zone.

Although the main source of income for the locals in Medellin is sugar cane, their production has also started to decline and it has put them in a tight spot. The addition of an airport in Medellin will be able to help the town get back on its feet and also provide more opportunities for the locals with the possible increase in tourism and other jobs in the new airport.

They have already spent P3 million pesos to secure a 10-hectare lot in Brgy. Caputatan Sur to be the site where the airport will be. They have also earmarked P100 million for the construction of the new airport.

With the collaboration of Mactan Cebu International Airport Authority (MCIAA), Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), and the Municipal Engineer and Assessor Office, the idea was put into action and is already underway.

Latest update

As of August 7, 2020, the runway components of the Medellin airport were already being finalized and constructions are to start in 2021. Additionally, there are also plans of erecting an aviation school within the property and it has already been allocated a budget of P12 million. 

https://www.facebook.com/medellin.cebu/posts/1647128625436416

With the construction of the new airport along with their new seaport, Medellin is expecting an influx of tourists, visitors, and business ventures to the town because it will make Medellin much more accessible from many places.

Opening the town to more people will not only bring the town a new source of income but it will also introduce more people to the wonders that Medellin has. It may even encourage many locals to stay and work in the comforts of their hometown instead of looking for other opportunities in faraway places.

RDC-7 approves CNU-VSMMC, Cebu’s first state-funded Medical School

Marel Baluyos
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RDC-7 approves CNU-VSMMC, Cebu’s first state-funded Medical School

Every young, brilliant mind aspiring to be a doctor in Cebu now has the chance to fulfill that dream regardless of financial status.

Addressing the need for doctors in rural areas, the Cebu Normal University-Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center (CNU-VSMMC) College of Medicine will be the first state-funded higher education institution offering a Doctor of Medicine degree in Central Visayas.

The proposed institution will provide free education to financially challenged but deserving students, offering them a 5-year double degree Doctor of Medicine Program with Masters in Public Health Governance. It will be situated inside the compound at the Medical Center’s Cancer Center of the VCMMC.

The Regional Development Council Central Visayas (RDC 7) has already approved the CNU-VSMMC College of Medicine, with the program planned to start on Academic Year 2021-2022 with 50 pioneering students.

“Allow the university to handle all academic aspects of the degree while the hospital will provide the training, instructions, and teaching support to the students.”- Evelyn Castro, SDC chairperson

The CNU and VSMMC entered into a consortium agreement following that:

CNU

  • Degree-granting institution
  • Approval, monitoring and evaluation of academic policies
  • Quality assurance in program implementation

VSMMC

  • Program implementation and other necessary operations
  • Provides teaching and non-teaching practitioners from their team of consultants
  • Provides physical plant and required facilities

The graduates will then be required to render five years of service to government health centers, especially the rural health units. In hopes that the degree holders will not only be competent in patient care but also as a transformative leader.

MyBus to only accept MyBus card cashless payment starting October

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MyBus to only accept MyBus card cashless payment starting October

In compliance with the guidelines of the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Infectious Diseases (IATF), MyBus shall utilize MyBus Card as the sole payment mode for bus fare effective October 1, 2020 (Thursday) for select routes.

These routes include:

  • October 1, 2020 for Route 1 (SM City Cebu-Parkmall to SM Seaside City-Maritima)
  • October 19, 2020 (Monday) for Route 2 (Talisay to SM Seaside City)
  • October 26, 2020 (Monday) for Route 3 (Talisay to Parkmall).

In preparation, MyBus stations are currently selling MyBus Cards and implementing a contactless reload procedure for MyBus cardholders while MyBus units are already accepting MyBus Card as payment mode, on top of the mandated minimum health standards for public transportation.

MyBus Card makes riding MyBus faster (skip the long payment line), safer (keep cash inside card), and easier (simply tap to pay and take a seat), as compared to paying for bus fare in cash.

Aside from paying for MyBus fare, MyBus Card can be also used to pay cashless at The SM Store and SM Supermarket in SM City Cebu, SM Hypermarket (Mandaue City), and in select SM Savemore Market branches.

Apart from MyBus stations, MyBus Card can be reloaded at Customer Service (inside The SM Store) and Mall Information Booth in SM City Cebu and SM Seaside City.

You can get the MyBus Card now for only PHP 120 (with PHP 50 load) at MyBus stations in SM City Cebu (North Wing Open Parking 2), SM Seaside City (Mountain Wing Entrance), and Talisay City (MyBus Depot).

Also read:

Guide: New MyBus schedule under the new normal

Pacific Cebu Resort: The gorgeous beach paradise in Mactan

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Pacific Cebu Resort: The gorgeous beach paradise in Mactan

If you feel like every day you’re dragging yourself to work, to school or wherever it is, you indeed need a break. But this time, you deserve something different, grand, and better.

Here’s one of the perfect spots in Mactan, a sweet diversion for a stressful week by spending it at Pacific Resort Cebu.

Pacific Cebu Resort Mactan
Pacific Cebu Resort Mactan (1)

Located in Brgy. Suba-basbas, Mactan, Cebu, Pacific Resort Cebu offers a warm atmosphere and delightful cuisines to all local and foreign guests. Not just that, every corner of the resort seems perfect and Instagrammable (even their restrooms).

The sceneries, the furniture, the staff, the rooms — this place is a paradise. It is also perfect for weddings, family gatherings our reunions, corporate events, and other special occasions.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Day Use Rates:

  • Day use hours: 9:00AM – 7:00PM only
  • Day use fee: ₱1,300 per adult, ₱650 per child (4 to 8 y/o)
  • Inclusions: Bath towel, Facility fee (pool, beach, beach volley court, basketball court, tennis court (with ball racket), gym, kids room), lunch Mon to Fri (ALA CARTE) consumable of ₱500 Sat, Sun, Holiday (Buffet)

Room Rates:

  • Online booking
  • Standard Room: ₱5,700 per night, good for 2pax
  • Superior Room:  ₱6,500 per night, good for 3pax
  • Deluxe Garden:  ₱7,500 per night, good for 3pax
  • Deluxe Ocean View Room:  ₱11,000 per night, good for 3pax
  • Garden Villa:  ₱12,000 per night, good for 3pax
  • Spa Villa:  ₱16,000 per night, good for 3pax
  • Family Suite:  ₱17,000 per night, good for 6pax
  • Bunk Room:  ₱11,000 per night, good for 6pax
    • Inclusions: Breakfast for single and double occupancy, Breakfast for 6 for Family Suite
    • ₱1,700 per night per excess person with buffet breakfast
    • ₱1,800 per night per excess person with buffet breakfast during peak/high seasons
    • Rates are subject to change without prior notice
    • Check-in/out Time: 2:00pm / 12:00pm

Other Information

  • Operating hours: Open 24/7
  • Corkage Fee: ₱200 per kilo of food, 50% of total receipt for outside snacks, ₱300 per case on assorted drinks or beer, ₱1,500 whole lechon
  • Online booking
  • Contact numbers: (032) 459 6608 / (032) 495 6601
  • Email address: [email protected]
  • Social: Facebook Page

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Suba-basbas, Lapu-Lapu City, Mactan, Cebu — 1.5-2 hours away from Cebu City, 30 minutes away from Mactan Airport.

BY VAN: From SM City Cebu, ride a v-hire going to Lapu-Lapu City / Mactan. Tell the driver to drop you off to Brgy. Suba-basbas. Fare is approximately ₱35 (one-way). From there, ride a habal-habal or tricycle going to the resort.

BY CAR: If you’re driving your own car, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “Pacific Cebu Resort” or refer to the map below. Parking space is available.

Treat yourself and have a break.

UNLIMITED Dimsum at Ding How for P288 until September 30

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UNLIMITED Dimsum at Ding How for P288 until September 30

Cebuanos are big fans of Dimsum food. There’s just something distinct about the food the Dimsum Break Group of restaurants offers in Cebu.

If you couldn’t wait for Ding Qua Qua to reopen, its affiliate Ding How Dimsum will save the day! Their Ayala Malls Central Bloc branch in Cebu IT Park offers All-You-Can-Eat on our dimsum favorites daily from 2PM to 7PM for only P288.

This offer is only valid for the whole of September, so you better not miss this treat!

Official Promo Poster
  • File photo
  • File photo

Ding How Dimsum is located at 2/F Ayala Malls Central Bloc in Cebu IT Park⁣, Apas, Cebu City.

When going out, make sure to observe the following:

  • Quarantine pass or COE is required to enter the mall.
  • Must wear a face mask and face shield at all times.
  • Observe physical distancing.

Also don’t forget to wash your hands frequently and disinfect thoroughly as soon as you get home.

SALE: Get up to 50% OFF at this Adidas branch in Cebu City

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SALE: Get up to 50% OFF at this Adidas branch in Cebu City

Christmas season is here! It seems like Adidas Cebu’s Christmas treat for the Cebuanos came early.

On a Facebook Post, Adidas – Ayala Center Cebu announced that they’re returning the 50% promo on select footwear, apparels and bags starting on September 20 until September 30, 2020.

So if you’re looking for new shoes or thinking of buying someone a gift this early, this is the best time to buy from Adidas. During their August promo, we saw a pair Adidas shoes sold for only P1,500. Who knows, you might find a better deal this September.

Adidas is located at the G/F New Wing (beside Cotton On/ Fronting Promod), Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu City.

When going out, make sure to observe the following:

  • Quarantine pass or Certificate of Employment (COE) is required to enter the mall.
  • Must wear a face mask and face shield at all times.
  • Observe physical distancing.

Also don’t forget to wash your hands frequently and disinfect thoroughly as soon as you get home.

Now open: Cebu Safari, the Philippines’ biggest safari

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Now open: Cebu Safari, the Philippines’ biggest safari

The country’s biggest safari has finally re-opened.

Our animal-friends are all set to get an audience soon, but with the restrictions of the new normal, let us not expect a jam-packed visit to them.

cebu safari zoo 2018
Photo by Gigi Olavo

Starting September 18, Cebu Safari & Adventure Park reopens its doors to welcome you to their new normal. After being closed due to the pandemic, they have prepped well enough and have prepped our animal-friends to welcome us.

However, with the pandemic at hand, they have also made sure to implement guidelines to protect us and our animal-friends.

  • No walk-in guests are allowed; all bookings must be done online via CebuSafari.ph
  • Temperature check required before entering
  • Health Checklist and Travel History Form are required
  • Wearing of a face mask is mandatory
  • Social Distancing is strictly implemented

Though not all of their attractions are opened yet, you can still live your adventure in the wild! I suggest you tag your loved ones along and enjoy being in the wild.

Rates & Other Information

ENTRANCE FEE:

  • Adults: ₱600 per head
  • Children & senior citizens must be accompanied by guests with pre-booked tickets.
  • Child tickets & senior citizen discounts can only be availed at the park (subject to the park’s existing requirements & guidelines).

*Rates above are “Welcome Back” promo rates and may be changed without prior notice.

How to book online?

  1. Log on to www.cebusafari.ph
  2. Click on the tickets tab
  3. Key in the number of tickets you wish to buy.
  4. Click Get Tickets.
  5. Click Proceed to checkout.
  6. Fill in the information needed.
  7. Choose the payment type.
  8. Click I agree to the terms and conditions of Cebu Safari & Adventure Park
  9. Key in your debit card or credit card details
  10. Click Proceed
  11. Wait for your e-Ticket with QR Code to be generated.
  12. Once generated, print out or save your e-Ticket/s on your phone and present this at the Park Ticket Counters when you come to visit.

How to get there?

Exact location: Toril, Brgy Corte, Carmen, Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from Cebu City.

For convenience, it’s recommended to bring your own vehicle or rent a van/car. You may just simply navigate via Waze or Google Maps and search for “Cebu Safari and Adventure Park”. Cebu Safari is located approx. 8km away from the highway. The landmark is the Carmen National High School — if you’re coming from Cebu City, make a left turn before this school. There are signages along the road to guide you.

Also read:

Day Tour Guide: Experience the Wild at Cebu Safari
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