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Down South 118 Beach Resort: Oslob’s Budget Getaway

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There are many ways to spend a vacation in Oslob such as having a close-encounter experience with their various marine life or relaxing in the pristine white sand beaches of grandiose resorts but sometimes a simple and peaceful resort like Down South 118 Beach Resort is already more than enough to heal the soul.

Down South 118 is a humble resort situated in Barangay Calumpang – just a few minutes from the famous whale shark watching of Oslob. When you’re not swimming with the gentle giants of Oslob, you can check this place out and relax with style without worrying about the budget.

The most notable feature of the resort is its adorable maritime theme with fun and quirky decorations displayed in their receiving area, restaurant and the shared restroom.

Just over the ocean is a dining pier for a unique over-the-ocean dining experience while enjoying the sea breeze and an unobstructed 180-degree view of the ocean. 

Down South 118 is the best way to get lost in thought and let go of stress with the hypnotizing sound of the crashing waves and the tranquilizing combination of sun lounge chairs and a breeze that caresses the skin.

Simple and affordable yet elegant and very much comfortable, this seaside abode offers amenities that prioritize the comfort of its guests. Their rooms are pleasant to the senses and are spacious enough for enjoyable private moments.

They are fully equipped with everything that the guests might need for their stay. The greatest thing about them is the fact that they are all facing the ocean so guests wouldn’t have to worry about missing out on the azure views of the sea and sky especially on the terr.

Since it is a small resort, it can’t accommodate many guests but that just adds to the positives of the place with a lower concentration of people. Lazing about can also get mind-numbing sometimes so the resort also offers other activities such as kayaking, paddle boarding, boating, and snorkeling.

All of these things make Down South 118 the best resort that’s closest to an exclusive getaway with their quality staff, amenities, and other activities for prices that will put the mind at ease.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • Shell Room: P2,000 per night, good for 2 persons with breakfast
  • Pearl Room: P3,500 per night
    • Good for 3 persons with breakfast
    • Includes free 20 minutes use of Kayak
    • Facility includes coffee and tea making facilities

Inclusions (both rooms):

  • Air-Conditioned Rooms
  • Private Toilet and Hot Shower
  • Cable TV
  • Sea View

OTHER ACTIVITIES:

  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling
  • Kayaking
  • Stand-up Paddle boarding
  • Restaurant dining

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact Location: Brgy. Calumpang, Oslob, Cebu – 5 to 10 minutes from the Whale Shark Watching of Oslob

BY BUS: Find your way to the Cebu South Bus Terminal (as of writing, stationed at Lantaw, SRP). Ride a bus bound for Oslob via Santander or Bato-Oslob. If the driver isn’t familiar with the resort, then you can just tell him to drop you off near the Whale Shark Watching and start asking the locals from there.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Down South 118 Resort” in Oslob, Cebu. Parking space is available upon arrival.

Elevate your Malapascua Experience at Blanco Beach Resort

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“Blanco” is a Spanish term that means White which is a color for new beginnings. Blanco Beach Resort in Malapascua Island promises to provide to its guests a new way to experience the beach and nature at the same time in their secluded paradise.

The best thing about this secluded resort is its two-faced beauty with one side dominated by lush, green plants and a beachfront on the other. Its deluxe rooms also highlight these natural views with their seaside and regular room variants.

Relax and let go while ambling along the sandy shores of the beach or watching the setting sun. Or maybe enjoy hefty meals with friends and family at their beach bar that has an indoor replica of the sandy beach front.

There are also water sports and other beach activities that will surely alleviate boredom. Most important of all, no one should ever miss the chance to take a swim with the famous Thresher Sharks – the main highlight of Malapascua Island.

The Blanco Beach Resort invites its guests to a serene stay inside their sandy paradise. Their staff and members are always willing to provide guests the vacation that they deserve and to make sure that the resort is a haven for anyone to embrace the best that nature has to offer.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • Sea View Deluxe Room (1 queen size bed and additional single bed, good for 2-3 persons)
    • Single – P5,000 per night
    • Double – P5,800 per night
    • Extra Bed – P1,800 per night
    • Children (5-10 y.o.) – P850 per night
  • Deluxe Room (good for 3 persons)
    • Single – P5,000 per night
    • Double – P5,800 per night
    • Extra Bed – P1,800 per night
    • Children (5-10 y.o.) – P850 per night
  • Family Room (70 sqm. w/ 2 rooms, 1 king size bed, 1 queen size bed)
    • 4 Persons – P11,600 per night
    • Extra Bed – P1,800 per night
    • Children (5-10 y.o.) – P850 per night

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Malapascua Island, Logon, Daanbantayan, Northern Cebu — 4 hours away from the city.

There are two options for travel to Blanco Beach Resort:

OPTION 1:

  • Go to Cebu North Bus Terminal. Take a taxi to the Cebu North Bus Terminal. Board a Ceres Bus or a V-hire bound for Maya. If you’re unsure, you can ask around. The bus fare costs P200 per head.
  • Ride a boat at Maya Port. Alight at Maya Port where you can ride a boat to Malapascua Island for P50 – P100 per person. There are daily boat schedules and the last trip is at sundown.

OPTION 2:

  • Round trip Package. The resort has private services that can take guests from Mactan Cebu International Airport to Blanco Beach Resort for P9500/room or P3000/head for 4 persons and above. The package includes a roundtrip private van and boat ride. Payment in cash is required upon check in to the resort.

NOTE: Due to a newly enforced law by Marina Coast Guard, there will be no more boat scheduled to cross to/from Malapascua after 5:00PM. Guests are advised to leave Cebu City latest at 12:00NN to avoid any inconvenience on travel to Blanco Beach Resort.

Heirloom Coffee and Kitchenette: Cafe Paradise in Cebu City Mountainside

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They say that good ideas start with brainstorming, but we say; “great ideas start with a cup of good coffee.” What more could we ask if we have the perfect place to indulge ourselves with a good cup coffee? Nothing.

Heirloom Coffee & Kitchenette offers not only authentic coffee, but also a great place for healthy food enthusiasts and nature lovers. Treat not only your taste buds, but also your eyes to a magnificent 360-degree view of the mountains of Cebu City.

Look no further. It’s only sprawled in Brgy. Sinsin, Cebu City. It’s within your reach, but it definitely is a whole new experience. Take your coffee experience a notch higher with all these at hand.

OTHER INFORMATION

Note: They are still working on their parking spaces for four-wheeled cars, but parking spaces for motorbikes are provided.

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact Location: Udlom, Sinsin, Cebu City (near Sinsin Barangay Hall)

BY CAR: You have to take Talisay City access road going to Toledo Manipis Road. They are located near Sinsin Brgy. Hall in Pepito Farm, Cebu City.

You can also navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Heirloom Coffee and Kitchenette”. Parking space is available.

NOW Telecom: Philippines’ “4th Telco Player”

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Philippines’ residential and consumer markets will soon enjoy an upgrade of the services of NOW Telecom, the country’s deemed fourth major telco player.

The National Telecommunications Corporation has issued on September 14, 2020 an extension of NOW Telecom’s provisional authority (PA) to install, operate, and maintain a nationwide mobile telecommunications system. According to the company, the issued PA is not specific to 3G (third gen) mobile communications technology but can extend to recent technologies such as 4G, 5G, “or even outer space.”

“As the country’s fourth telco, NOW Telecom, an affiliate of publicly listed telecommunications, media, and technology firm Now Corp., is currently setting the stage for its public listing as well as its 5G or fifth generation network rollout,” the company said in a media release.

WHO IS NOW TELECOM?

NOW Telecom is an affiliate of NOW Corp, originally incorporated as MF Schroder & Co. in 1996. NOW Corp has expanded over the years with several subsidiaries that focus on providing telecommunications, media and information technology products and services through software licenses and services, IT manpower and resource augmentation; and broadband and wireless cable TV services.

NOW Corp. said its telco unit is among four firms with cellular mobile telephone service (CMTS) licenses in the country, alongside SMART, Globe, and DITO.

Mel Velarde, NOW Corporation’s president and CEO, initially bid for the third telco slot which was eventually awarded to Dito owned by Davao City-based businessman Dennis Uy.

In February 2018, President Rodrigo Duterte granted NOW Telecom a renewal of its legislative franchise to operate for another 25 years. The company also signed in 2019 a memorandum of understanding with SK Telecom, South Korea’s largest telecom provider, “to help design the company’s 5G network.”

“NOW Corp and NOW Telecom were the first to introduce 5G broadband speed of up to 3Gbps direct to our existing enterprise clients,” Mel Velarde said.

Telco giants PLDT Inc. and Globe Telecom have started rolling out 5G but on a limited scale. NOW Telecom said it has also the requisite frequencies to provide 5G services.

NO FORMAL DECLARATIONS FROM THE GOVERNMENT YET

While the company is gearing up to be the 4th major telco player, NTC Deputy Commissioner Edgardo Cabarios noted that the Philippines has only three major carriers: Globe Telecom, PLDT, and Dito Telecommunity, which is slated to commercially launch by the first quarter of 2021.

But NOW Corp is standing by its earlier claims. Citing a report from BusinessWorld, the company said NTC Deputy Commissioner Cabarios himself “confirmed” that NOW Telecom is the fourth telco given its license to operate a mobile network.

PROVISIONAL AUTHORITY CONDITIONS

The PA is subject to the infusion of additional capital of at least P1.9 billion based from the first two years capital expenditure of P6.3 billion in the submitted rollout plan and approval by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of the increase in the authorized and paid-up capital, according to the telco unit.

On top of that, NTC also required the company to accelerate the installation of its broadband data service in suburban and rural areas and shall directly comply with the 70:30 ratio of urban to suburban and rural network rollout coverage in each phase of project implementation.

Lastly, the company is prohibited from sharing or co-using its frequency to either PLDT or Smart Communications, Globe Telecom, and DITO Telecommunity Corporation or any other entity without first securing approval from the commission.

UPDATES

NOW Telecom seeks to go public in the Philippines or overseas and has tapped Unicapital Inc. as its financial adviser. The company said it was planning to list by way of introduction. This means trading its shares without undertaking a traditional initial public offering.

Apart from access to the stock market, a listing will allow NOW Telecom to meet the requirements of its franchise.

Earlier, the company announced that it plans to spend $713 million for its five-year 5G fixed wireless access business plan in an attempt to deploy the 5G FWA network in the National Capital Region and offer a broadband plan of up to 10 gigabit per second service.

5G is a mobile standard that promises ultra-fast internet speeds and low lag times, making it ideal in powering emerging applications like connected cities, automated manufacturing and driverless cars.

“We are moving forward with the corporate restructuring of NOW Telecom to take it to the next level. NOW Corp and NOW Telecom were the first to introduce 5G broadband speed of up to 3Gbps direct to our existing enterprise clients,” – Mel Velarde, CEO, NOW Group of Companies

OTHER INFORMATION

Double M Towers: Soon to be Cebu’s Tallest Building

Local developer is set to elevate the game for skyscrapers in the metro.

Double M Towers, a maiden project of the M. Montesclaros Development Corp. (MMDC), will soon become the newest and tallest building in the city. Situated along B. Rodriguez St., Cebu City (near Vicente Sotto Hospital), this P4 billion project is a two-tower mixed use project featuring a condominium and a hotel. Groundbreaking ceremony was held last year, November 8.

“We are now focusing on Cebu,” said engineer Fritz Canono, MMDC chief operating officer.

The Condominium

The first tower is a 57-story condominium project with 1206 units all designed to accommodate modern conveniences and transforming urban living experience. It is eyed to be completed in the next 5 years.

The Hotel

The second tower is a 25-story hotel with 125 rooms, with its first nine floors to house retail, commercial spaces, a mall, and business process management companies. Here’s the list of the spaces for its first 9 floors:

  • 1000 sq. meter premium grocery store space
  • 13 commercial spaces on 2 floors
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 900 sq. meter convention center
  • 3 BPO floors (2000 sq. meter each)

The hotel is targeted to be completed in the next 3 years.

Accessibility

Double M Towers also boasts its location as one of its advantages when considering the property. Built in the heart of the city, it is near to majority of the key destinations in the metro – a great deal for everyone. To wit;

  • COMMERCIAL STRIPS/ MALLS:
    • Robinson’s Cybergate (550m away)
    • Mango Square (900m away)
    • Robinson’s Galleria Cebu (3km/ 14min away)
    • Ayala Mall (2.6km/ 9min away)
    • SM City Cebu (4.2km/ 16min away)
    • SM Seaside City (4.4km/ 13min away)
  • OFFICES/ BUSINESS PARKS:
    • Cebu Business Park (2.7m/ 9min away)
    • Cebu IT Park (4.3km/ 12mins away)
    • Gatewalk Central (5.2km/ 18min away)
    • SRP (4.4km/ 13min away)
  • HOSPITALS:
    • Vicente Sotto Hospital (450m/ 1min away)
    • Chong Hua (600m/ 2min away)
    • Cebu Doctors’ University Hospital (1.4km/ 5mins away)
    • Velez General Hospital (1.5km/ 5mins away)
    • Perpetual Succour Hospital (2km/ 6min away)

The Future of Mixed-Use Projects

Mixed-use development is the future of condominium projects as it promotes work-life balance by incorporating work and leisure all in one place. With Double M Towers, a shift is indeed coming in Cebu’s tourism industry as resort-themed condos, seaside living, condotel and mixed-used development now slowly becoming a trend.

The property promises convenient and modern residential units, engaging workspaces, and an unforgettable dining and shopping experience all tucked in one place.

In a recent research note, property consultancy firm Santos Knight Frank reported the residential market in Metro Cebu had sustained its momentum with an average monthly take-up of 12 units per month during the first half of 2019.

PROJECT DETAILS:

  • No. of Towers: 2 towers
  • 1 Tower (57 floors) for Residential Condominium
  • 1 Tower (25 floors) for City Hotel
  • Location:  B. Rodriguez St., Cebu City, Philippines
  • Developer: M. Montesclaros Development Corp.
  • 1206 Residential units
  • 225 Hotel Rooms
  • 500 Parking Slots
  • Target Turn Over Date: 2024

OTHER INFORMATION:

Double M Towers is set to be completed by 2024.

Lighthouse Resort: Cozy Beachfront Stay in Oslob

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We deserve a good place to stay after an action-packed adventure with the whale sharks, the beaches and the falls in Oslob.

The Lighthouse Resort in Brgy. Looc, Oslob is the place where we can spend the night. Not only that they offer convenient and affordable room accommodations to its guests, it is also a one-stop vacation resort in town.

Photo by Earl Guiob

Oslob is blessed with beautiful beaches and this resort just gives you a taste of that. With its white sand beach and cool waters, you really don’t have to go far and spend much to be able to feel the wonders of what this town can offer.

If you’ve been basking under the heat of the sun the other day from your trips in Sumilon Island, you can spend the rest of the day in this resort dipping in its swimming pool brimming with equally cold waters.

Not in the mood for swimming? Worry not. A poolside clubhouse awaits you in the resort where you can enjoy eating or playing pool while overlooking the stunning view of the sea.

If you need a relaxing place for meditation and reflection, Lighthouse Resort also offers a prayer room – something that makes this resort unique from other nearby resorts in Oslob.

Truly, this is a place where you can take a break from stress. The green lawn and the resort’s landscape give its guests the nature feels we rarely experience in the city.

And because it’s a great spot to stay in Oslob, here’s a list of nearby attractions/activities that you can also visit:

  • Our Lady of Immaculate Concepcion Church
  • Oslob Cuartel
  • Baluarte
  • Tumalog Falls
  • Whale Shark Watching
  • Sumilon Island

Apart from overnight stays, Lighthouse Resort also accepts venue rentals so that you can have an incredible place where you can celebrate special occasions. They also accept catering services. Plus, they offer travel bundles.


AMENTIES:

  • Living and Dining Room
  • Prayer Room
  • Kitchen
  • Veranda
  • Lighthouse
  • Poolside Clubhouse
  • White Sand Beach
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

ROOM RATES:

  • Deluxe Room: P2000/night good for 2 persons
    • The Deluxe Room is an air-conditioned room with two single beds, a toilet with hot & cold shower and a free breakfast for 2.
  • Family C Room: P2550/night good for 4 persons
    • The Family Room is an air-conditioned room with one queen-sized bed and a toilet with hot & cold shower. It also has a foldable bed plus free breakfast for 4.
  • Family Queen Room: P3500/night good for 4 persons
    • This Family Room is an air-conditioned room with two queen-sized beds, a toilet with hot & cold shower, a refrigerator, a cable television, and free breakfast for 4.
  • Villa Sweet Villa: P3000/night good for 4 persons
    • The Villa Sweet Villa is located across the main gate of the resort and is equipped with two queen-sized beds, an aircon, a kitchen area, a cable television, a porch, and a bathroom. It comes with a free breakfast for 4 persons.

OTHER FEES:

  • Extra bed: P250
  • Extra mat: P100
  • Extra towel: P50
  • Extra blanket: P50

VENUE USE:

Rate: P8,000

Inclusions:

  • up to 4 hours venue usage
  • limited up to 100 guests only
  • without catering services (additional fee of P250 to P300 per head and a min of 60 guests if you avail of their catering service
  • free overnight use of Family Room C if orders for food are for 100 pax

OVERNIGHT BUNDLE 1:

  • Minimum of 6 pax: P4,500/pax
  • 7 – 12 pax: P4,000/pax
  • Inclusions:
    • Transportation
    • 3 meals
    • Deluxe Room Accommodations
    • Whale Shark Watching
    • Tumalog Falls
    • Oslob Cuartel
    • Oslob Museum
    • Simala Church Visit

OVERNIGHT BUNDLE 2

  • Minimum of 6 pax: P6,000/pax
  • 7 – 12 pax: P5,500/pax
  • Inclusions:
    • Transportation
    • 5 meals
    • Deluxe Room Accommodations
    • Barili Milk Station
    • Moalboal Beach or Kawasan Falls
    • Oslob Cuartel
    • Oslob Museum
    • Whale Shark Watching
    • Tumalog Falls
    • Simala Church Visit

OVERNIGHT BUNDLE 3

  • Minimum of 6 pax: P6,000/pax
  • 7 – 12 pax: P5,500/pax
  • Inclusions:
    • Transportation
    • 5 meals
    • Deluxe Room Accommodations
    • Fort San Pedro, Cebu City
    • Simala Church Visit
    • Oslob Cuartel
    • Oslob Museum
    • Whale Shark Watching
    • Aguinid Falls
    • Tumalog Falls

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Brgy. Looc, Oslob, Southern Cebu — 3-4 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: From Cebu city, ride a Ceres bus from South Bus terminal going to Bato – Oslob. Ask the driver to drop you off at the Lighthouse Resort in Brgy. Looc. Travel time from Cebu City to Oslob is approximately 3 hours and the fare is approximately P160/head.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Lighthouse Resort” in Oslob. Parking space is available.

DTI-7 launches New Webinar Series: Youth Entrepreneurship & Digital Marketing Strategies

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The Department of Trade and Industry Central Visayas (DTI-7) recently launched two new webinar series bannered as Youth Entrepreneurship Program 2020 and Digital Marketing Strategies. 

The series is held via Zoom and Facebook Live with the cooperation of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) Visayas, Start-up Island Philippines, various Chambers in Region VII and the Rotary.

As a way to empower young adults to start their own business, the Department of Trade and Industry Region7 (DTI 7) mounts a series of webinars bannered as Youth Entrepreneurship Program 2020. 

Branding You and Your Business

The first webinar under this series, “Branding You and Your Business,” was held last October 20 and talked about Personal Branding, How to Provide Value to the Community Through YouTube Marketing, and Personal Financial Tips for Youth.

To rewatch the full webinar, click here: http://bit.ly/BybFbLive

Developing Your Business Model

The second webinar under YEP 2020, “Developing Your Business Model,” was held last October 28 and it tackled Video Intro: Business Model Canvas, and My Business Model: Transforming Idea Intro Real Biz.

To rewatch the full webinar, click here: http://bit.ly/DBMFbLive

New Webinar Series

There are two more sessions that our aspiring young entrepreneurs can look forward to under YEP 2020 to further their knowledge on entrepreneurship. These are:

Business Startup Stories

Government Programs for Entrepreneurs

Digital Marketing Strategies

Meanwhile, the Digital Marketing Strategies webinar series aims to help local businesses thrive in the new normal. This series consists of 12 sessions with an 8-session online class and a 4-session open agenda discussion.

The first webinar under this series, “Introduction to Digital Marketing,” was held last October 22 and the second one, “Knowing and Reaching Out to Your Customers Online,” was held last October 29.

The two sessions can be rewatched in these links: http://bit.ly/IDMFbLive and http://bit.ly/KROAFbLive

With the goal to help businesses in these very challenging times, the DTI-7 continues to use the digital space in spreading valuable information. The learning continues as there are more webinar sessions in the pipeline under the Digital Marketing Strategies series. 

Upcoming Webinars

Here are the upcoming webinars you can look forward to:

  • E-Commerce: How to Sell Your Products Online
  • Content Marketing: Using Content to Promote Your Brand
  • Social Media Marketing: Using Social Media to Connect With Your Customers
  • Facebook and Instagram Marketing Tips for MSMEs
  • Facebook Ads for Beginners to Promote Your Products Online
  • New Digital Marketing Strategies to Explore Beyond 2020

Be in the know about upcoming webinars and activities of the Department of Trade and Industry Central Visayas (DTI-7) by liking the agency’s Facebook page: @DTI.Region7 and subscribing to its YouTube channel: DTI 7 Digital.

Jaynet Oceanview Resort: Perfect getaway in Boljoon

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When driving in Boljoon, visitors will find it hard to miss Jaynet Oceanview Resort – a lone structure jutting out from the seaside roads of the municipality.

Although it is a very peculiar location to establish a resort, the cool climate from the mountains and the sea breeze congregating on that spot make it the perfect destination for a nature getaway.

Evident from its name, Jaynet Oceanview Resort boasts the unique view that it has of the turquoise waters of Boljoon. It takes pride in giving its visitors the best oceanside scenery in the municipality. Despite the lack of sandy shores, the resort promises to provide a unique and unforgettable getaway to all their guests.

Rooms with a view

Every room in the resort is fitted with a balcony to really highlight the scenic view of the ocean to every guest that stays while the mountain view is only a luxury available to certain rooms.

The rooms have air conditioning but the natural air would be enough to cool the night. Guests can also enjoy the Asian meals served at the restaurant or they can grill their own meats at the barbecue station for dinner.

Infinity pool

The resort has an outdoor pool but for anyone that prefers nature, there is a beach at the bottom. The beach near the resort is a protected sanctuary and is therefore teeming with various marine life that can be encountered while swimming and snorkeling. If they’re lucky, guests may be able to spot sea turtles or whale sharks loitering around the vicinity. The resort lends out snorkels and floaters for free on a “first come, first serve” basis. 

The resort does have scenic views of the Boljoon waters but it is also a just a few minutes away from other Cebu tourist attractions such as the whale sharks or hidden falls in Oslob. Whether guests plan on basking in the picturesque view of Boljoon waters or swimming with the fishes on the beach, Jaynet Oceanview Resort has them covered.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Jaynet Oceanview Resorts does not offer any Day Use packages for now.

ROOM RATES:

  • Family Room:
    • P2,500 per night, Sunday to Thursday
    • P3000 per night, Fridays and Saturdays
    • Good for 4 (up to 6 persons)
    • Private bathroom
    • 1 queen-sized bed
    • Air-conditioned
    • 2 towels and toiletries
    • Mini-living area w/ entertainment
  • Couples Room:
    • P2000 per night
    • Good for 2 (up to 3 persons)
    • Private Bathroom
    • 1 queen-sized bed
    • Air-conditioned
    • 2 towels and toiletries
    • Mini-living area w/ entertainment
  • Backpackers/Dorm Room: P500 per head
    • Shared bathroom
    • Air-conditioned
    • Entertainment (TV and DVD)
  • Extra Fees
    • P300 per extra person (check maximum per room)
    • Includes: soft foam, pillow, blanket, and towel

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Boljoon, Southern Cebu — 2 hours away from Cebu City.

BY BUS: Ride a bus in the Cebu South Bus Terminal (currently stationed in Lantaw, SRP) bound for Oslob or any bus that will pass by Boljoon. Remind the driver to drop you off at your destination.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Jaynet Oceanview Resort” in Boljoon. Parking space is available upon arrival.

Good Food and Good Vibes at Oyster Bay Seafood Restaurant

Nothing beats the original.

A boom in the seafood line may have upped the competition but there is only one authentic restaurant that has stood the test of time.

Oyster Bay Seafood Restaurant in Mandaue City, Cebu is home to great-tasting live and fresh seafood for 11 years now. This is proof that they are now experts in food, service and have continued to grow and adapt with time.

Along with authenticity and impeccable service, the experience of great food being served and enjoyed has made this restaurant what it is today.

HOME OF BEST-SELLING COMFORT FOOD

Oyster Bay’s dishes are so good that almost all of them have become best-sellers and must be tried. These mouth-watering seafood and Filipino dishes are so delicious; it is bliss with every bite.

Their famous signature Oyster Bay Crab is a must-have when you visit the resto. The other great-tasting dishes you should try are Crispy Crablets, Oyster Bay Shrimp, Pepper Calamari, Halaan soup, and of course, the Bagoong Bamboo Rice.

Oyster Bay Seafood Restaurant, prices are reasonable, so you don’t have to worry.

TASTEFUL INTERIOR

Oyster Bay Seafood Restaurant has this certain elegance that makes for a cozy ambience throughout the dining experience. The restaurant is located in the middle of the city of Mandaue yet feels like a world apart with their comfortable setting of rustic and modern furniture.

An intimate atmosphere for the perfect dinner.

TROPIC OPEN DINING

The outdoor dining area is made more exciting with you being transported to the beach as soon as you step out. They have sand, outdoor lounging couches, beach umbrellas, and water features that give off the whole relaxing beach vibe while enjoying your meal.

This large open dining area is perfect for social distancing and ensures safety, exclusivity and comfort.

They can accommodate more than 200 guests and have an air-conditioned function room for events, conferences, etc.

ONLINE TRANSACTION

Oyster Bay Seafood Restaurant provides customers with contactless ordering for either dine-in, take out or delivery through their new website at https://tuara.me/oysterbayseafoodrestaurant/.

A shorter menu is available due to the pandemic but they are gradually adding more and more dishes as people become more confident to dine in once again.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Best-sellers:

  • Oyster Bay Crab
  • Pork Sisig Pouch
  • Baked Scallops with Cheese & Garlic
  • Crispy Crablets
  • Siomai Roll 
  • Halaan Soup
  • Deep Fried Baby Squid 
  • Oyster Bay Shrimp
  • Pepper Calamari
  • Lechon Kawali
  • Grilled Prawns in Lemon Butter Sauce
  • Bacolod Chicken Barbecue
  • That Famous Sizzling Pochero
  • Bagoong Bamboo Rice

Check the full menu here: https://tuara.me/oysterbayseafoodrestaurant/

Other Information:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Bridges Town Square, Plaridel St., Alang-Alang, Mandaue City, Cebu 

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Oyster Bay Seafood restaurant” in Mandaue.

Durhan White Beach Resort: Tabuelan’s Little Paradise

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Durhan White Beach Resort is considered as Tabuelan’s “Little Paradise” but the experience that awaits its guests is far from little.

Located 90 kilometers from Cebu City, Durhan White Beach Resort is another must-visit white sand beach fringing the island of Cebu.

As mentioned in its name, the resort’s well-maintained beachfront has a long stretch of white sand that serves as their main attraction. It is not only aesthetically pleasing but the sands are fine enough for a fun and comfortable game of beach volleyball as well.

Separating the sandy shores of the beach from the grassy and verdant gardens is a line of coconut and Talisay Trees coupled with other plants.

Near the entrance, most of the buildings look modern but inside is a rustic vibe from the various flora, bamboo and wood facades, and nipa hut cottages. As guests stroll around, they’ll notice benches lining the cemented paths with a seaside view that will set up the mood for intimate moments with loved ones.

Devout believers also have the Sta. Cruz Chapel for a place to practice their faith. For a more quiet and relaxing experience, Lola Perta’s Park offers the needed tranquility for a peaceful lone time while staring out into the sea and the Negros Island. 

Durhan White Beach Resort has an assortment of air conditioned and non-air conditioned rooms that are well-equipped with necessities that make the stay satisfying and comfortable.

They have cottages and non-conditioned rooms made of bamboo, nipa, and other native materials for experiencing the cool sea breeze. There are even non-air conditioned rest houses where big groups can store and cook their food.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

DAY USE:

Weekdays: 

  • ₱200 per head
  • 10% discount on all food and beverages 
  • Free use of towels, tables and chairs 
  • Complimentary soap and shampoo 

Weekends: 

  • ₱440 per head
  • Lunch Buffet at Durhan Restaurant 
  • Free use of towels, tables and chairs 
  • Complimentary soap and shampoo

ROOM RATES:

  • Air Conditioned Rooms
    • A: ₱7,040 per night, good for 8 persons with breakfast
    • B: ₱5,720 per night, good for 6 persons with breakfast
    • C: ₱4,950 per night, good for 4 persons with breakfast
    • D: ₱3,080 per night, good for 3 persons with breakfast
    • E: ₱2,860 per night, good for 2 persons with breakfast
  • Non-air conditioned Rooms
    • ₱6,050 per night, good for 8 persons with breakfast

Romantic Dinner By The Beach:

Option 1: Php 1,499.00 

  • Private Dinner for Two (2) 
  • Four (4) course plated service 
  • A glass of Red/ white wine 
  • Butler Service 

Option 2: Php 1,899.00 

  • Private Dinner for Two (2) 
  • Four (4) course plated service 
  • One (1) Bottle of Red/ white wine 
  • Butler Service

OTHER ACTIVITIES:

  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling
  • Island Hopping
  • Sun bathing
  • Skimboarding

OTHER INFORMATION:

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact Location: Brgy. Tabunok, Tabuelan, Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from the city.

BY BUS/V-hire: Find your way to the Cebu North Bus Terminal and ride a bus/v-hire bound for Tabuelan or Victoria. Bus fare is ₱90-115 (one-way). Ask the driver to drop you off at the nearest stop to Durhan White Beach Resort.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Durhan White Beach Resort” in Tabuelan, Cebu. Parking space is available upon arrival. There are two routes to get there – one is through the northwest while the other is through the southwest. Private vehicles usually take the route that passes through the Transcentral Highway.