‘Glamping’ Staycation at Formosa Camp Resort

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September 24, 2019

If you ever wonder how does it feel to experience camping with the people close to you without fretting about your safety, this exactly will touch your fantasy. Experience a different kind of bliss — one that is unique and distinct from other resorts in Cebu. Experience a staycation like no other at Formosa Camp Resort in Bagasawe, Tuburan, Cebu – a 2-hour drive away from the city.

Camp in style

…or should I say glamping? Glamping, a portmanteau of the phrase “glamorous camping”, is pretty self-explanatory: it is an upgraded method of camping that infuses outdoor overnights stays with amenities that offer a resort-like experience.

Formosa Camp Resort has EIGHT (8) tents of 3 types available for rent:

• (2) TENT A:

– 1-room Tent, good for 2pax
– P750 /night (+ P150 /head entrance)

• (4) TENT B

– 2-room Tent, good for 4pax
– P1,000 /night (+ P150 /head entrance)

• (2) TENT C – Family Tent (New)

– 2-room Tent, good for 5pax
– P1,250 /night (+ P150 /head entrance)

Formosa plans to add more tents to accommodate up to 50 pax. As of the moment, they DO NOT allow bringing of own tents — unless you rent the whole places plus their own tents.

Comfy staycation

If you’ve already had a taste of the outdoor adventure and are itching for a good rest on comfy bed and sheets, Formosa Camp Resort also takes pride of a “glamorous” and spacious rest house with five (5) beautiful, air-conditioned rooms that can accommodate at least 20 people.

• Room 1

– 1 Full-sized Bed, good for 2pax
– P1,750 /night
*Excess is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee

• Room 2 (Matrimonial Suite)

– 1 Queen-sized bed, good for 2pax
– P2,750 /night
*Excess is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee

• Room 3

– 2 Full-sized beds, good for 4pax
– P2,750 /night
*Excess is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee

• Room 4 with a meeting room

– 2 Twin-sized Beds, good for 2pax
– P3,250 /night
*Excess is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee

• Room 5 with own sala

– 4 full-sized sofa beds, good for 8pax
– P4,250 /night
*Excess is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee

EXCLUSIVE USE

• PACKAGE 1: VILLA ONLY

– P15,000 good for 20 pax
– The villa is a spacious house with 5 rooms, 2 living rooms, and a kitchen
– Inclusive: front ground with cottages facing the swimming pool, and a mini session hall
– NOT included: camping grounds (located 50 meters away from the villa is open to campers)
– Excess charge is P450, inclusive of entrance fee

• PACKAGE 2: ALL-IN EXCLUSIVE

– P25,000 good for 30 pax
– Exclusive use of the WHOLE RESORT (villa, cottages, swimming pool, mini session hall, and camping grounds)
– Inclusive: 4 Tents (2 Tent As and 2 Tent Bs)
– Excess charge is P450 per head, inclusive of entrance fee.

The Pool & Other Amenities

Apart from the tropical beach vibes the alfresco gives you, Formosa Camp Resort also has a clean swimming pool for both the kids and kids-at-heart to enjoy! The pool can be used for overnight-staying and day-use guests, open daily from 8AM to 9PM.

Where’s the beach? The resort is technically beach-front. But the beach is generic and may not be ideal for swimming for some. However, you can stroll around the shore line and enjoy the refreshing breeze of sea and nature.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

The best thing about Formosa Camp Resort is, it is open for all. It is not always exclusive, it can also be rented by room or tent.

Here’s the summary of everything you need to know: (Note, these are the resort’s soft opening promo as of September 2017.)

• DAY USE:
– P100/head for adults, P50 for kids
– P300 for the cottage
– 8AM to 4PM only

• VILLA ROOMS:
– Room 1 (Standard, 2 pax): P1,750 /night
– Room 2 (Matrimonial Suite, 2 pax): P2,750 /night
– Room 3 (Standard, 4 pax): P2,750 /night
– Room 4 (Deluxe, 2 pax) with a meeting room: P3,250 /night
– Room 5 (Barkada, up to 8 pax) with own sala: P4,250 /night
* Excess charge is P450 /head/night, inclusive of entrance fee.

• CAMPING GROUND/TENTS:
– Tent A (up to 2 pax): P750 /night + P150 /head entrance
– Tent B (up to 4 pax): P1,000 /night + P150 /head entrance
– Family Tent (up to 5 pax): P1,250 /night + P150 /head entrance
* We have a total of 10 tents available; bringing of own tents is NOT allowed.

• PRIVATE/EXCLUSIVE USE:
1. PACKAGE 1: VILLA ONLY – P15,000 good for 20 pax
– Inclusive: front ground with cottages facing the swimming pool, and a mini session hall
– NOT included: camping grounds (located 50 meters away from the villa is open to campers)
– Excess charge is P450, inclusive of entrance fee

2. PACKAGE 2: ALL-IN EXCLUSIVE – P25,000 good for 30 pax
– Exclusive use of the WHOLE RESORT (villa, cottages, swimming pool, mini session hall, and camping grounds)
– Inclusive: 4 Tents (2 Tent As and 2 Tent Bs)
– Excess charge is P450 per head, inclusive of entrance fee.

• FREE:
– Use of Refrigerator for room paying guests
– Use of dining area
– Use of kitchen utensils
– Mineral water

• EXTRA CHARGES:
– BBQ grill @ P50/use
– Rice cooker @ P50/use
– Portable stove @ P100 inclusive of 1 butane cylinder

• OTHER INFORMATION:

Contact details: Facebook page / 0998-995-5166
Accept walk-ins? They do accept walk-ins but subject to availability of the date. Please message the resort ahead your preferred dates to avoid inconvenience since some dates are blocked for exclusive booking of the whole place.
Day Use: 8AM to 4PM
Pool use: Pool is open until 9PM.
Overnight use: 2PM check-in; 12NN the next day check-out
Corkage fee: NONE. Guests may bring food and drinks from outside. No restaurant / cooked food available in the resort for now.

HOW TO GET THERE?

Formosa Camp Resort is located along the highway in Bagasawe, Tuburan, Western Cebu (in between Asturias and Tabuelan). It is 2-2.5 hours away from Cebu City.

There are three (3) routes to get there:
1. RECOMMENDED: Transcentral Highway (via Busay/Balamban)
– If you are renting a private van or using your own vehicle, take this route. You can then navigate using Waze or Google Maps, just search for “Formosa Camp Resort”.
– Take a V-hire from the Ayala terminal going to Tuburan. Fare is P140/head (one-way). Then ride a tricycle from the Tuburan town proper to Formosa Resort for P10/head.
2. Via Toledo
– You can ride a bus from the South Bus Terminal going to Toledo/Tuburan. Fare is around P100/head. Travel time is approximately 3-4 hours from the terminal. This is only ideal if you come from Minglanilla/Naga/Toledo.
3. Via Tabuelan
– There’s also a bus from the North Bus Terminal going to Tuburan via Lugo/Sogod. Fare is around P100/head. Travel time is approximately 3-4 hours from the terminal.

Akita Japanese Restaurant: Miso Ramen, Gyoza Explosion & More!

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September 24, 2019

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Japanese restaurants are all over the metro these days, and Akita Japanese Restaurant is no exception among the finest and authentic Japanese restaurants here in Cebu.

Akita Japanese Restaurant first opened in 2016 only specializing in ramen. They were famous for their miso ramen, which was tagged by critics as the best miso ramen in Cebu. This was enough for Japanese food enthusiasts to flock into this restaurant.

Over the years, they have managed to grow and have decided to expand their menu. That included sushi, bento, udon and many more.

Akita has a wide range when it comes to their menu. From steamy ramens to freshly served sushi, the restaurant is more than ready to satisfy your appetite for Japanese food.

Not only that, the place is famous for its friendly staff and warm ambiance. The restaurant is never short when it comes to that famous Japanese hospitality. Many have also commended their offerings as generous and their prices reasonably affordable.

Other Information

Operating hours: 3PM to 10PM daily
Contact number: (032) 384 7341
Social: Facebook Page

How to get there?

Exact location: ~~City Time Square 2, Mantaww Ave.,Tipolo, Mandaue City — across Parkmall.~~ New location at G/F, Gaisano Country Mall, Banilad Rd., Apas, Cebu City

BY JEEPNEY: Ride any jeepney going to Parkmall. City Time Square is directly across Parkmall, next to the Big Hotel Suites. Or from SM City, ride a 01K jeep (across APM Mall or near Sun Gold) going to Parkmall. Or ride 01K jeep from Emall. ₱7-15 fare.

BY CAR/TAXI/GRAB: If you’re bringing your own vehicle or hailing a taxi/Grabcar, just navigate with Waze or input your destination to “City Time Square 2”.

Chemistry Caffeinated World of MicrosCoffee in Cebu City

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September 23, 2019

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Coffees parlors and cafes are sprawling around the metro like mushrooms. Different themes and styles have come to fruition but Microscoffee is undeniably a new and unique addition to the coffee shop craze. A cafe that is like a window to your old chemistry laboratory.

Microscoffee is a word play of two words we became curious growing up: microscope and coffee.

The cafe is consistent in presenting a laboratory-like experience, minus the boring lectures, of course. With flasks filled with coffee beans and other lab apparatus on display, from the atmosphere down to the menu, the cafe has caught sight of that unique fusion of hip and geek.

Microscoffee splurges its customers with scrumptious delights that are also camera-ready: blended beverages served in beakers, milk tea in Erlenmeyer flasks and many other dishes waiting to up your food photography skills.

It has free Wi-Fi, so you can immediately upload those Instagram worthy photos; What’s even better? The cafe also has a roof-deck study room for students or even professionals who plans to study and knock those books.

Menu & Rates:

Other Information

Operating hours: 8AM to 2AM daily
Contact number: (032) 410-7011
Social: Facebook Page

How to get there?

Exact location: 2nd floor of Dr. BB Tiu Clinic along J. Alcantara St., Sambag 1, Cebu City.

BY JEEPNEY: Ride a 01C Jeepney from Asian College of Technology (ACT), verify from the driver if it’s heading near Urgello. Then ask to drop off at Dr. BB Tiu Clinic Building.

BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Microscoffee”. Limited parking space is available.

Treasure hunting at Fujiyama Japan Surplus in Cebu City

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September 20, 2019

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It’s a steal!

Fujiyama Japan Surplus, the trending surplus store here in Cebu, opens its doors to the public and bargainers are hooked. The store sells “old but gold” finds, authentic merchandise mostly coming from Japan.

Unlike in an ukay-ukay store, Fujiyama Japan Surplus has a wide array of products sold. Their items include china wares, stereos, clocks, electronics, furniture, accessories, shoes, and many more. Most of the items sold in their shop are Japanese brands, so its quality is surely superior.

For as low as 20 pesos, you can buy something nice and useful items from here. So even if you visit this shop during ting-bits season, your wallet won’t complain if you leave the premises full of goods. It will definitely be worth it.

If you’re a beginner to the surplus game, the place has a friendly staff that is ready to assist you with your needs.

Other Information

Operating hours: 10AM to 7PM daily
Social: Facebook Page
Location: North Reclamation, Cebu City — at the back of Robinsons Galleria Cebu.

So, what are you waiting for? Visit their shop and find something totally worth your hard earned money!

Camp with Netflix for ₱99 at Villa Salida Movie Camp

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Marel Baluyos

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September 20, 2019

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Movietelle 13C Talamban Campflix Netflix Cebu

“Netflix and chill” is out. “Netflix and Camp” is in.

Camping & Netflix, or as some people call it “Campflix”, is making quite a buzz in Cebu. Now, you can have that camping and date night all in one and for only ₱99, at Villa Salida Movie Camp in Talamban, Cebu City.

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Movietelle 13C Talamban Campflix Netflix (1)

There will be no hours of travel and hike, no hours of planning, and you can even have that privacy you are looking for.

Aside from Netflix, they also have Youtube and iFlix. The best part is that FREE Fiber WiFi.

What you need to know:

₱99/movie with 2hrs stay, good for 2pax
Additional ₱ 50 for the extra person.
Jackets, sweaters and blankets are advised to keep warm.
Food and drinks are allowed. STRICTLY CLEAN AS YOU GO.

Other Information

Operating hours: 5PM to 6AM (the next day) daily
Contact numbers: 0997-604-4637 / 0912-270-9356
Social: Facebook Page

How to get there?

Exact location: Sunny Hills Village in Talamban, Cebu City — near Gaisano Grand Mall Talamban.

BY JEEPNEY: Ride any PUJ that is going to Talamban (13C, 62B,62C). Get off at Skina Sunny Hills Village in Talamban, Cebu City (near Gaisano GrandMall Talamban). Then ride a motorcycle/habal-habal to Mabolo 2 (going uphill). The fare is ₱30 for 2 persons (one-way).

BY CAR: If you’re driving your own car, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for ‘Villa Salida Movie Camp (movietelle)’.

Unlimited Seafood on Weekends for ₱299 at Pilar Tuna Grille in Mandaue City

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September 20, 2019

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Searching for quality and tantalizingly delicious seafood in Cebu? Wanting to dine in the city where you can feel the remarkable ocean vibes, with a truly relaxing ambiance? Here’s to the what Pilar Tuna Grille delightfully offers!

Located in A.S. Fortuna St., Bakilid, Mandaue City (across Honda Cars Mandaue), the Pilar Tuna Grille, a quality seafood restobar, reveals its welcoming place, service and accommodation, and of course, its truly satisfying dishes in its menu.

Pilar Tuna Grille Bar and Seafood Restaurant introduces its mouth-watering and one-of-a-kind seafood such as Inihaw Tuna Panga, Inihaw Tuna Belly, Inun-onan na Tuna, Baked Scallops, Sweet Chili Shrimp and a lot more to taste and savor. This restobar does not only offer best-tasting seafood, but it is also a venue of good music where you can watch and listen to the acoustic live band that happens every Wednesday to Sunday (6PM-9PM).

Never waste your time, savor the ocean vibes at Pilar Tuna Grille!

FOOD MENU

Weekend Seafood Buffet Promo

Starting on March 13 to March 31, 2020, Pilar Tuna Grille offers all-you-can-eat seafood buffet every weekend (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) for ₱299 only.

Buffet hours: 6PM to 10PM on Fridays to Sundays.

OTHER INFORMATION

Operating Hours:
– 6:30AM to 2PM & 5PM to 11PM, Sundays to Thursdays
– 6:30AM to 2PM & 5PM to 12MN, Fridays and Saturdays
Buffet hours: 6PM to 10PM on Fridays to Sundays.
Contact number: 0932 543 0011
Social: Facebook Page

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: 881 A.S. Fortuna St., Bakilid, Mandaue City across Honda Cars Mandaue — approx. 25 minutes or 7 kms. away from Cebu City downtown.

BY JEEPNEY: If you’re commuting, in front of the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, ride a 20A/ 20B/ 21A/ 21D jeepney with a sign board of Hi-way, Maguikay, JMall. Then, drop off at JMall to ride 22I or any jeepney going to A.S. Fortuna. As you travel along, have a look at the right side of the road where Pilar Tuna Grille is situated that is across Honda Mandaue, just very accessible and visible.

BY CAR/GRAB: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “Pilar Tuna Grille” in Mandaue City. Spacious parking space is available.

Photos by HOVEN ANDRE ENCONTRO

Entoy’s Bakasihan in Cordova: Netflix’s Street Food Celebrity

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September 19, 2019

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Up for an unusual food?

How about some exotic fresh seafood without hurting your pocket? For as low as ₱30, you can finally try the viral dish in Cordova, at Entoy’s Bakasihan. And yes, this carenderia had been recently featured in one of the recognized series in Netflix.

Netflix’s Street Food Asia series featured the historical sea food eatery few months ago, also documenting the story of the owner, Florencio “Entoy” Escabas. Their specialty dish is the Linarang Bakasi (Sour Stew with Reef Eels), which is a perfectly-cooked eel sautéed in soy sauce, green mangoes, fermented black beans, and soured with tamarind and other secret spices.

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Entoy’s Bakasihan is probably the oldest and most famous restaurant serving bakasi in town as the area is abundant with reef eels because the sea’s tidal flats are mostly grassy and muddy which are conducive to the eel’s sustenance.

So if you’re ready to try out something extraordinary with your friends and family, have a stopover here and enjoy the cool breeze of the sea while savoring the infamous Bakasi.

OTHER INFORMATION

Operating hours: 8AM to 7PM daily
Contact number: 0943 359 9048
Social: Facebook Page

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Kampay Beachv, Barangay Buagsong, Cordova, Northern Cebu — 1-2 hours away from Cebu City, approx. 45 minutes from Mactan Airport.

BY VAN: From the SM City, ride a V-hire. Ask the driver to drop you off at the Gaisano Cordova Mall. Fare is ₱30 (one way). From the Gaisano Cordova Mall, you can either take a habal-habal (motorcycle) going to Entoy’s Bakasihan or if you can take the tricycle or trisikad. Fare is ₱20-50 (one way).

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

Tops Lookout: The ‘top’ attraction for overlooking Cebu skyline

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September 18, 2019

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One of the top attractions and the grand-kept secrets here in Cebu City, Tops Lookout offers a notable view in a fortress-like viewing deck which makes the place more romantic and serene.

The vicinity has concrete structures adorned with fascinating circular stone architecture, green landfill and pasture and the undeniably cool air straight from the top.

Photo by @danielruedahhh
Photo by @pinkieross
Photo by @thepinaycatholicwanderer

If you want to keep your conversation longer, the place has a bar for beers and snacks and also have a dainty souvenir shop. This venue is perfect during the night but it is also breathtaking in the face of the sun up here in the mountain of Tops Lookout.

Photo by Cường Lê
Photo by Cường Lê
Photo by Cường Lê

OTHER INFORMATION

Operating hours: 10AM to 2AM daily
Entrance fee: ₱100 per person
Cottage fee: None
Corkage Fee: None
Allow walk-ins? Yes
Contact: 0909-890-5357

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact Location: Cebu Tops Road, Busay, Cebu City, Cebu — 20 minutes away from the main road (from JY Square).

BY JITNEY: Ride any jeepney going to Busay such as 04L or 04H and tell the driver to drop you off to JY Square. From there, ride a habal-habal (motorbike) and tell the driver to drop you off to Tops Lookout, approximate time of travel is about 30 – 40 mins. Fare is ₱100 per person (one-way).

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

BY CAR / VAN FOR RENT: For van or car rentals, or to book an uphill tour (9 destinations in 1 day for only ₱999 per person), book with our trusted travel partner SquadPH Tours and Travels.

tops-lookout-cebu — Photo by @johnmerinaerials

So what are you waiting for? Plan your itinerary here in Tops Lookout.

LOOK: The haze taking over Cebu

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Marel Baluyos

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September 17, 2019

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the haze in cebu city (1) — Raw photo of Cebu Business Park taken last September 17

The sky is a little bit darker, don’t you think?

Dusts and smokes are a common occurrence to us, Cebuanos. But this time, the abnormal amount of dust, smoke, and other dry particles in the atmosphere is a phenomenon we should all be aware of.

This atmospheric phenomenon is called the Haze. The Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) – Region 7 have confirmed it and are taking actions to study the matter.

An air quality test is currently being done to see if there will be counteractions like having the people in Cebu wear masks.

Effects of Haze

Eye inflammation like irritated or watering eyes
Sneezing, stuffy or running nose
Dryness of throat or coughing
Headache, dizziness
Chest pain
Diarrhea and/or stomach upset, if drinking water sources are contaminated by dense haze and the water is consumed without further treatment;
Anxiety or stress

What to do?

Stay indoors as much as possible, and always keep your doors & windows closed.
Avoid jogging or running outside.
Wear masks when commuting or when exposed outside (N95 dust mask is recommended).
Drink lots of water and/or Vitamin C for immunity boost.
Watch or read the news for updates on the haze.

This phenomenon is a possible effect of the forest fires occurring in Indonesia.

We are part of the environment. There are no boundaries when it comes to these things. Whatever country or race you’re from, we are all affected.

Let’s all do our part and protect the environment. Raise awareness one laag at a time. Raise the flag of a responsible laagan!

Guide: People’s Jeep Cebu, the modern way to commute

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Cheryl Navarro

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September 17, 2019

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These modern BEEPs (bus-jeepneys) are slowly taking over the Cebu City road as the newest “PeoplesJeep” starts to operate today, September 17.

Interestingly, they are offering FREE RIDES for their first 2 weeks of operations, or until September 30, 2019.

ROUTES:

Talamban-Ayala-Colon
Lahug-Ayala-SM
Bulacao-Colon-SM
Talamban-Colon (following 13C Route)

New Route: Talamban-Colon 13C

TALAMBAN-COLON

COLON-TALAMBAN

talamban to banilad
talamban to country mall
talamban to ayala
talamban to echavez st.
talamban to sikatuna st.
talamban to colon
usc to country mall
usc to ayala
usc to colon
banilad to ayala
banilad to echabez st.
banilad to sikatuna st.
banilad to colon
country mall to ayala
country mall to echavez st
country mall to sikatuna st
country mall to colon
ayala to echavez st
ayala to sikatuna
ayala to colon

colon to hipodromo
colon to ayala
colon to banilad
colon to country mall
colon to talamban
hipodromo to ayala
hipodromo to banilad
hipodromo to countrymall
hipodromo to talamban
ayala to banilad
ayala to country mall
ayala to talamban
ayala to usc- talamban
colon to usc-talamban
banilad to talamban

So what makes People’s Jeep different from the current jeepneys that we have?

1. Class 2 Modern PUV:

DTI BPS Philippine National Standard and Clean Air Act compliant
Fit for urban routes or stop-and-go routes in cities

2. Accommodation:

23 passengers (seating capacity)
35 maximum capacity
- Standing passengers are allowed.

3. Environment Friendly

Euro 4 Engine or better, Electric, -Solar or Alternative Fuel

4. Safety & Security:

Side door, Speed Limiter
CCTV, GPS, Dashboard Camera

5. Comfort:

Air-conditioned
Automatic Fare Collection System
Wifi

Starting on October 1 (after the 2-week dry run), they will press the fare to ₱10 minimum.

Cebu People’s Multi-Purpose Cooperative, who is behind this project, has initially deployed 15 PeoplesJeep in Cebu City, as part of the government’s Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP).

By June 2020, 200 modern jeepneys (BEEPs) is expected to be completely taking over the roads in Cebu.

Camp in style

• (2) TENT A:

• (4) TENT B

• (2) TENT C – Family Tent (New)

Comfy staycation

• Room 1

• Room 2 (Matrimonial Suite)

• Room 3

• Room 4 with a meeting room

• Room 5 with own sala

EXCLUSIVE USE

• PACKAGE 1: VILLA ONLY

• PACKAGE 2: ALL-IN EXCLUSIVE

The Pool & Other Amenities

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

Menu:

Other Information

How to get there?

Menu & Rates:

Other Information

How to get there?

Other Information

What you need to know:

Other Information

How to get there?

FOOD MENU

Weekend Seafood Buffet Promo

OTHER INFORMATION

HOW TO GET THERE?

Photos by HOVEN ANDRE ENCONTRO

Menu

OTHER INFORMATION

HOW TO GET THERE?

OTHER INFORMATION

HOW TO GET THERE?

Effects of Haze

What to do?

ROUTES:

New Route: Talamban-Colon 13C

1. Class 2 Modern PUV:

2. Accommodation:

3. Environment Friendly

4. Safety & Security:

5. Comfort:

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