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Globe to build 900 more cell sites across the country

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Globe to build 900 more cell sites across the country

Riding on the momentum of receiving clearance from various local government units (LGUs) to build cell sites across the country, Globe continues to make significant headway in its tower builds through partnerships with several tower companies (towercos).

Globe Chief Finance Officer and Chief Risk Officer Rizza Maniego-Eala says that the company’s partnerships with Aboitiz InfraCapital Inc. (AIC), ISOC-edotco, Transcend Towers Infrastructure (Philippines), CREI Philippines (CREI) and Frontier Towers & Associates (FTA) have advanced to active acquisition and build phases.

“The partnerships with towercos will greatly complement the company’s target in expanding its capacity and coverage throughout the country. These projects will be a catalyst for change in the industry as telcos are empowered to deploy beyond their individual capabilities in a cost efficient manner,” Maniego-Eala explains.

Globe finalized a pole lease agreement with AIC, a subsidiary of the Aboitiz Group, and is seen to increase its footprint by about 200 sites in more parts of Cebu, Davao, and Subic.

In addition, 300 macro sites will be completed for deployment in North Luzon and South Luzon while 400 more sites will be assigned within the year to cover Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. The count is projected to increase expansively once the pilot sites of these projects are launched.

First to deliver a tower for activation is ISOC-edotco, a collaboration between ISOC Infrastructure and edotco, a Malaysian based Tower Company (TowerCo), with more currently underway and are expected to be completed shortly. 

Globe has committed to be the anchor tenant in a build-to-suit agreement with Transcend Towers Infrastructure (Philippines), a subsidiary of American Tower Corporation, as well as in tower lease agreements with ISOC-edotco, CREI and FTA. 

“These infrastructure partnerships demonstrate Globe’s commitment to improve the network quality experience of our customers.  It is, likewise, highly supportive of the government’s initiative to increase ICT infrastructure in the country,” Maniego-Eala adds.

Globe continues to increase its network capacity to support the data services needs of customers and stakeholders in light of accelerated digitalization efforts across various sectors including e-payments, e-government, telehealth and distance learning.

Beanleaf Coffee and Tea opens new branch at Cebu IT Park

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Beanleaf Coffee and Tea opens new branch at Cebu IT Park

Coffee. Tea. Connect.

Brace yourselves for Beanleaf Coffee and Tea is serving these three and more at their newly opened branch in Avida Building, Tower 2, Cebu IT Park, Cebu City.

As we adjust to the new normal and slowly get back to our routines, Beanleaf has offered us a place to work and destress at the same time.

Our favorite Beanleaf signature milk tea blends, our daily coffee fix, those drooling milk cheese froth, and of course their healthy and tasty fruit teas, are now one step closer to our happy hearts.

Beanleaf Coffee and Tea at Cebu IT Park has wooden designs and earth tones that are not just eye-friendly but also creates a cozy ambiance, perfect for relaxation and concentration. It is also spacious enough for comfort and social distancing.

Something to Eat

Beanleaf IT Park is more than just a cafe for they also offer delicious food. They serve breakfast meals, treats and our usual cravings like Itlalian breads, cakes, fries, chicken, pasta, and many more.

Promo Alert

  • Pre-opening: September 11, 2020 5pm-10pm
  • Grand Opening: September 12, 2020 1pm-10pm
  • Buy One Get One Promo: September 12-13, 2020  

Food delivery

Stuck at home? Worry not, because they now accept delivery on GrabFood and foodpanda.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best-sellers:

  • Beanleaf Milk Tea
  • Choco Hokkaido
  • Okinawa/ Wintermelon Milk Tea
  • Nutella Overload
  • Japanese Matcha
  • Citrus w/ Malunggay Fruit Tea

Menu:

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Ground floor, Avida Tower 2, IT Park, Cebu City

BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your location to “Avida Towers” at Cebu IT Park.

BY JEEPNEY: From Ayala Center Cebu or SM City Cebu, ride any modern or traditional jeepney heading to Cebu IT Park. Drop off at Avida Tower 2.

Topnotch Skin Care at ‘Skin Doctors Cebu’

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Topnotch Skin Care at ‘Skin Doctors Cebu’

Legit doctors. World-class laser machines. Real results.

These are the words that Skin Doctors Dermatologic and Aesthetic Medicine lives by.

Being a “Premier Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Center” in Cebu, Skin Doctors Cebu is not classified as a beauty boutique that you can see elsewhere nowadays. They provide the industry’s best skin care treatment with experienced doctors whose expertise is to cater to all your skin care needs.

Skin Doctors Cebu – Lobby Area

Skin Doctors Cebu also believes that “healthy skin is the best skin,” which is why aside form being dermatology treatment specialists, they also offer medical consultations for different diseases of the skin, hair and nails.

Skin Doctors Cebu – Consultation Room

Equipped with the latest and most effective lasers, technologies and science, Skin Doctors Cebu promises quick and long-lasting results with an assurance that can only come from the experts.

Our skin is our armor and metaphorically our confidence. Glow and conquer. Your journey to a healthier skin begins here at Skin Doctors Cebu.

Topnotch doctors

When it comes to our body, only the best of the best will suffice. And they have a roster of them. Consultancy and treatment are done by the resident doctors themselves so you will really feel at ease and safe.

  • Dr. Michael Vince D. Busa: Expert in Cosmetics, Anti-aging and Surgical Dermatology and Lasers
  • Dr. Karl Anthony D. Busa: Trained in Laser and Aesthetic Medicine in Israel and Korea and also Cosmetic Surgery
  • Dr. Mary Kathryn Durano Aliviado: BSMedtech, Doctor in Medicine, Cosmetic Surgery trained at Pan Pacific Aesthetic Institute

State-of-the-art Facilities

All the magic happens of course in the labs. Whether it’s slim, tattoo or skin lab, all those amazing transformations can only be possible with top-of-the-line laser machines that are mostly found only in a SkinDoctors’ clinic.

Slimming Lab

ONDA: Approaches weight loss and body shaping through special microwave energy called COOLWAVES that targets fats, cellulite and skin laxity.

Tattoo Lab

DISCOVERY PICO PLUS “Ferrari of Lasers”: The most powerful tattoo removal laser that targets all tattoo colors. Also treats Melasma & hyperpigmentation along with Intensive rejuvenation & acne scar.

https://www.facebook.com/Skindoctorscebu/videos/808512526278025

Skin Lab

Aquasure: Uses Hydrogen water and vitamin infusion giving the skin an instant glow while it heals, cleanses, controls oiliness and rejuvenates the skin

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ULTRAcel: Targets all layers of the skin for intense rejuvenation and acne scars treatment. An intensive nonsurgical facelifting and  collagen synthesis and tightening all in one.

Quadrostar Pro 577 Laser (Gold Laser): For facial redness and veins, stubborn pigmentation such as melasma, spider veins, acne vulgaris, and acne rosacea.

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SMAXEL ( Smart Fractional C02): Takes care of Fine lines or wrinkles throughout the face such as around the eyes, mouth or forehead. Also treats acne scars, skin resurfacing, syringoma, sun damage, aging skin, liver spots, warts and enlarged oil glands.

Full List of Services:

  • Consultation for Diseases of the Skin, Hair and Nails
  • Fractional Co2 Resurfacing Laser for skin Rejuvenation and acne scars
  • Whitening Lasers
  • Vascular Lesion Removal Laser
  • Pigmentation Removal Laser
  • Tattoo Removal
  • Diode Painless Permanent Hair Removal
  • Non – surgical facelift
  • Facials with Diamond Peel
  • Chemical Peeling
  • LED Photodynamic Therapy
  • Scar Treatment
  • Electrocautery (Warts Removal)
  • Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
  • Ultrasound and RF Face & Body Contouring
  • Mesolipo & Cryolipolysis
  • Botox and Fillers for Facial Rejuvenation

OTHER INFORMATION:

Branches in Cebu:

  • Banilad (main) branch:
    • Verve Point, Banilad-Talamban Road, Cebu City (near USC Talamban Campus, above Wingers Unlimited Talamban)
    • (032) 272-7521 / 0932-520-3490
  • Mactan 1 branch:
    • Mactan Town Center (MTC), Basak-Marigondon Road, Basak, Lapu-lapu City
    • (032) 410-4130 / 0932-504-7503
  • Mactan 2 branch:
    • FFG Arcade, A. Tumulak St., Gun-ob, Lapu-lapu City
    • (032) 495-1150 / 0943-256-1656

Make sure to call the branch first to book an appointment.

Note: Health protocols are in place upon entry in the skin clinic. Clients are required to wear a face mask. They also have several air purifiers inside the clinic.

AirAsia offers Buy 1 Take 1 for 2021 flights

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AirAsia offers Buy 1 Take 1 for 2021 flights

To celebrate impressive commercial flights sales in August and a return in confidence in air travel, AirAsia in the Philippines is offering an exclusive buy 1 take 1 promo on all domestic and international flights for a limited time. 

AirAsia Philippines closed the month of August with a 140% increase in seats sold, compared to the previous week’s 42%. A third of bookings registered were for 2021 reflecting a demand for future travel. 

BIG members can enjoy all-in one-way fares from as low as P1,022 for two tickets. This special promo is available for booking on airasia.com or the AirAsia mobile app from today to 13 September 2020 for travel from 1 January to 31 October 2021. Promo seats are limited and subject to availability.

  • Booking Period: September 7 – 13, 2020
  • Travel Period: January 1 – October 31, 2021

Meanwhile, AirAsia also provides enhanced flexibility for guests travelling up to 31 December 2020. Guests may change their flight dates conveniently at any time with no flight-change fee. 

Guests can expect enhanced safety measures throughout the entire journey, including pre-flight, in-flight, and arrival processes. These include the mandatory wearing of face masks to be permitted to travel, amongst others. Guests are also advised to check and comply with measures implemented by local airport authorities for a smooth travel experience.

To book, just go to their official website at www.airasia.com.

Sirao Peak: Every Beginner’s Favorite Trekking Spot

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Sirao Peak: Every Beginner’s Favorite Trekking Spot

It’s true that a lot of people residing in Cebu do trekking and mountain climbing with the hopes of completing that trekking bucket list in Cebu.

Every committed trekker has started somewhere, and admittedly, Sirao Peak is every beginner’s first stepping stone.

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Towering at 700 MASL (meters above sea level), Sirao Peak is one of the famous destinations to trekkers. Sun chasing or seeing the sunset from the top is more than enough as a reward upon reaching the peak, as well as having a wide view of how the clouds and the sun beautifully merge.

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What makes Sirao Peak perfect for beginners is that it’s accessible via various trails, with the option of river trekking, where adventurers get to witness the area’s scenic riverbanks as well as its waterfalls. Also, compared with other peaks in Cebu, the trail is relatively easy.

Trekkers get to set their tents at the peak as Sirao provides a large campsite. Spending the night atop with your friends, stargazing or simply bonding together is definitely an experience.

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How to Get There?

Exact location: Mount Sibugay or Sirao Peak, Brgy. Sibugay, Cebu City

The most convenient way of getting there is riding a habal-habal or motorcycle taxis from JY Square Lahug. You can tell the driver that you are bound to Sirao Peak. Estimated fare is P100.00.

Do you think Sirao Peak is the perfect peak for beginners? If not, comment down below other peaks that are worth to try too!

Masi: Liloan’s signature and frontline delicacy

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Masi: Liloan’s signature and frontline delicacy

Cebu streets are undeniably the best places for food enthusiasts. It’s blessed with a variety of food options that would satiate everyone’s cravings. We have street foods like tempura and fishball paired with the ever iconic puso. One would also find Lamaw and Tuslob-buwa being sold at almost every corner in the province.

But when your appetite yearns for something chewy and sweet, where else in Cebu will it take you?

Liloan’s Masi is the answer. Masi is a delicacy made of glutinous rice with a filling of sweetened peanut paste. Surely, masi’s are being sold everywhere in Cebu but there is something in the masi of Liloan that makes us crave for more.

Photo by Fila Clare Cui-Bensi

Masi has been made popular in the town of Liloan in Cebu where you can find significant amount of small-time vendors peddling their home-made masi’s. Usually, these vendors can be seen selling around the town’s plaza and along the highway.  

Accordingly, there are two ways on how to make this chewy and sticky sweet treat. One way is to add coconut milk in the recipe which means that the product should be eaten within the day because the coconut causes a shorter masi shelf life. The second way does not involve coconut milk but one must steam it for around 45 minutes.

You won’t have a hard time looking for Masi in Liloan as these are one of the most common delicacies in town. But if you want to bring these as pasalubongs to your friends, you might want to buy those that come in securely sealed packages.

  • Photo from Inday Eddies Liloan
  • Photo from Inday Eddies Liloan
  • Photo from Inday Eddies Liloan
  • Photo from Inday Eddies Liloan

There are a couple of stalls along the highway of Brgy. Yati, Liloan that are selling masi in different packages. Just be sure to get there early in the morning so you can buy the freshly-made delicacies.

One store is Inday Eddies Homemade Masi in Liloan, Cebu. To order, you can reach them on Facebook or call them at (032) 564-3086.

Regular Masi Price: ₱3-6 per piece

How to get to Liloan?

Exact location: Liloan, northern Cebu — 1-1.5 hour away from the city.

BY COMMUTE: Ride any 25 or 27 jeepney going to Liloan from the SM City Cebu Terminal — fare is ₱15 per way. Or, ride a v-hire going to Liloan from the SM City Cebu Terminal — fare is ₱50 per way. Drop off at Brgy. Yati.

BY CAR: If you’re driving your own car, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Yati Liloan”.

Cebuano artisan baker sells artsy bread online

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Cebuano artisan baker sells artsy bread online

The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly struck everyone. Others have already lost their businesses while some lost their jobs.

After failing to go abroad, Marlo Lidot, a baker from Malabuyoc, Cebu, decided to start his online store. Because of his inability to go overseas, he gave birth to this Artisan Bread Basket Online Store.

He has decided to sell bread online to earn extra income. However, his breads weren’t the ordinary. His bread were his masterpiece. Because of their unique artistry in bread-making, it quickly trended online.

“This is my best way to survive this pandemic crisis and I hope to inspire all of our Cebuanos, especially to my fellow bakers so that they will keep motivated and be positive. Great things take time, we don’t give up.”

Artisan Baker Lidot currently accepts customized bread designs for your orders.

Check out some of his works below:

May his story serve as a lesson to everyone; to never give up on any adversity instead, use it as a stepping stone to build a better and brighter future.

Owned by Marlo Lidot, Artisan Bread Basket offers different kinds of local and international breads. For orders and inquiries, you can contact him on his Facebook Page.

Dine and unwind at Serenity Mountain Cafe in Busay

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Dine and unwind at Serenity Mountain Cafe in Busay

It is quite undeniable that the list of things we are looking forward to after this pandemic keeps growing. I am pretty sure we all picture ourselves out doing something we have been missing the past few months.

Here is one thing you can also look forward to after this pandemic – a hidden gem known as the Serenity Mountain Cafe. Nestled in Busay, this quaint yet affordable cafe offers gorgeous mountain scenery as you and your friends enjoy either your coffee or your cuppas.

  • Photo by Fritche Durano Garcia
  • Photo from Serenity Mountain Cafe
  • Photo from Serenity Mountain Cafe
  • Photo from Serenity Mountain Cafe
  • Photo by Fritche Durano Garcia
  • Photo by Fritche Durano Garcia
  • Photo by Fritche Durano Garcia
  • Photo by Fritche Durano Garcia
  • Photo by Fritche Durano Garcia
  • Photo by Fritche Durano Garcia
  • Photo by Fritche Durano Garcia
  • Photo by Fritche Durano Garcia
  • Photo from Serenity Mountain Cafe

Whether you are making a pit stop on a road trip or decide you would like to experience this cafe, you will surely be glad you visited.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Menu:

OTHER INFORMATION

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Sitio Tiguib, Brgy. Malubog, Busay, Cebu City — approx. 30 minutes away from the city proper or JY Square Mall.

BY CAR: (Best option) Parking space available. Just search for ‘Serenity Farm and Resort’ in Cebu Transcentral Highway via Waze or Google Maps.

BY HABAL-HABAL: (Not available under community quarantine.) Hire a habal-habal driver (motorcycle for hire) near JY Square Mall in Lahug, and inform him to drop you off at Serenity Farm. Estimated fare is ₱100 per person (max of 2).

BY TAXI: Hiring a taxi cab is possible but that can be hefty. Most of them won’t give you a metered reading system – hence, they’ll be offering you an estimated fare in going there. You can also rent a car via SquadPH Travels.

Trending: Badian Highlands, the newest attraction in Cebu south

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Trending: Badian Highlands, the newest attraction in Cebu south

Famous for its canyoneering, Kawasan Falls and Lambug beach, Badian has another tourist magnet up its sleeve – the Badian Highlands. Talk about never-ending list of tourist spots, right? This town in the southwestern part of Cebu province is indeed an emerging giant in local tourism.

Photo by Aligato John Ray of The Island Nomad

Badian is now banking on its mountainous terrain, adding yet another potential tourism hotspot to its already long list of tourist attractions.

The Badian Highlands is a recently opened view deck that is approximately 1,640 feet above sea level. It is part of the Dalaguete-Mantolongon-Badian Road and covers the following barangays of Badian: Basak, Talayong, Dobdob, Tiguib and Barangay Ablayan of the municipality of Dalaguete.

Photo by Aligato John Ray of The Island Nomad

It was officially opened to the public last July 10, 2020 (Friday) amid community quarantine. This particular spot is considered as a “No Build Zone”, hence, no physical structures can be constructed.

The Badian Highlands gives tourists a jaw-dropping panoramic view of the Tanon strait, Badian Bay, and the giant Kanlaon Volcano of the province of Negros Oriental. This is also the perfect site for walking, jogging, biking, and for those who just want to enjoy a panoramic view from a mountainside – something which you will never see in the city while on your job. The view is purely magical.

Photo by Aligato John Ray of The Island Nomad

The best time to  visit is on an early morning to enjoy the sunrise or in the afternoon for some sunset photos. At night, the pollution-free surroundings will give you a clear view of the night skies and stars.

The Badian Highlands will definitely give you FB-worthy photos that will make your social media friends hit that “heart” or “wow” react!

Photo by Aligato John Ray of The Island Nomad

For now, the Badian Highlands has been opened to private vehicles and still has no entrance fees (for now).

The local government unit of Badian is very hopeful that the opening of Badian Highlands will help their local economy recover from the massive losses brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Photo by Aligato John Ray of The Island Nomad

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

FEES:

  • Entrance Fee – None
  • Open to private vehicles and tourists

OTHER INFORMATION:

It’s best to drop by the Badian Highlands if you already have a tour or appointment in the town of Badian. You can come here before or after your scheduled canyoneering or trip to Kawasan falls.

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Badian-Dalaguete Road, Badian, Cebu

BY BUS: From Cebu South Bus terminal (temporarily situated at Lantaw SRP), hop on a bus bound for Oslob or Badian. The fare is around P140 and travel time is more or less 3 hours. Ask the driver to drop you off at Badian.

From the natonal highway, you can hire habal-habal to take you to Badian Highlands. However, it’s one long ride (13 kilometers from the national highway). So we recommend that you visit this place on a private car or motobike or a rented vehicle with your group.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Badian Highlands”.

COVID-19 exposure tracker app in PH now available

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COVID-19 exposure tracker app in PH now available

TraceFast, a COVID-19 Exposure app has been launched as a new digital platform for easier contact-tracing.

The Department of Health and the Inter-Agency Task Force (IATF) have endorsed this app and declared as the official Google Apple COVID-19 Exposure Notification App of the Philippines.

By turning on the bluetooth signal of a 2G, 3G, and LTE device, this will notify those who were in contact with a COVID-19 positive patient. Confirmed COVID-19 patients will be using their IDs on the app and notify health officials to help them contain the spread of the disease.

TraceFast also features:

  • COVID-19 information
  • Prevention Tips
  • Updates
  • Global and Local Statistics

TraceFast is available on iOS 13.5 devices and up via the App Store. It will also be available on Android devices soon.

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