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The newly improved ‘Blueridges Mountain Resort’ in Carcar

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Ever been mountain high? Not the altitude itself but the feeling. That relaxation high that only a mountain resort can give.

Bluedridges Mountain Resort will give you that high and even offer more. Located at the mountains of Carcar, this resort holds true to its name since blue is a color for cool and calm.

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And since it is way up top, you can achieve that peace and quiet that you actively seek.

Waking up have never been so scenic and green. You’ll find yourself so at peace with all the birds, the mountain breeze and the joy of being so far away from anything that’s fast-paced and too loud.

Pools and Entertainment

Plus, they also have pools and entertainment for a more enjoyable family stay or a fun-filled barkada vacay. Their pool has a new great addition too which is the colorful slide.

Where better way to do a pool slide than in the mountain top? I’m sure the kids, your friends and yourself will love this.

Accommodations

Their rooms are spacious and very comfortable even if you’re in large groups. They have double deck beds for that and extra beddings too.

 You can all squeeze in and still have a relaxing stay in the resort.

Room Rates:

Rooms are pretty much straightforward. Guests can opt for either:

• Double Room: ₱2,000 per night, good for 2 pax (excess P400 per head)
• Family Room: ₱4,000 per night, good for 6 pax (excess P400 per head)

NOTE: Check-in time at 1PM; Check-out at 12NN the next day

Rates & Other Information

Day Use:

  • ₱100 per adult
  • ₱50 per kid (aged 2-10)

NIGHT USE:

  • ₱150 per adult
  • ₱100 per kid (aged 2-10)

COTTAGE RATES:

  • ₱500 – Good for 10pax,
  • ₱750- Good for 15 pax,
  • ₱1,000 – Good for 20pax
  • ₱1,500 – Good for 30pax

*Note: excess ₱50/head

OTHER INFORMATION:

  • Corkage: No Corkage fee (Not allowed to bring alcohol)
  • Grill: Free
  • Check in: 1PM/ Check out: 12NN next day
  • Contact numbers: (032) 505-6339 / 0925-565-8409
  • Email address: [email protected]
  • Social: Facebook page / Website

How to get there?

Exact location: Upper Mohon, Can-asujan, Carcar City, Cebu — Blueridges is a bit isolated. It is approx. 5 kilometers away from the main road.

The resort can arrange pickup services from the main road for P700, good for 10 pax. Otherwise, habal2x drivers (motorbikes) are happy to take you to the resort for only P50 each person.

If you are using a private/rented vehicle, READ THIS CAREFULLY. DO NOT follow Waze just yet. Instead, put the destination first to Sangat National High School (as shown on the image below). From the alley near Maiqui’s Bakeshop, that’s the time you change the destination to Blueridges Resort.

If you don’t follow this, and opt to use Waze directly, then you will be lead to the longer and uglier road, which will waste 30mins of your time.

New Globe GoEXTRA90 comes with 10GB Data, Unli Calls & Texts for 7 Days for ₱90

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Globe Prepaid has a treat for its loyal customers with this new prepaid promo!

Exclusive to GCash users only, Globe GoEXTRA90 comes with:

  • 2GB open access data (for web browsing, emails, etc.)
  • Total of 7GB, or 1GB a day for 7 days, for Facebook, Instagram, and GoWATCH & GoPLAY.
  • 1GB of GoWiFi access (you can use in many locations like Ayala Malls)
  • Unlimited texts to all networks
  • Unlimited calls to Globe/TM
  • Free GCash QR Voucher (discounts for ‘Scan to Pay’ in stores or restaurants using the GCash app)

Other inclusions:

  • GoWATCH: YouTube, Netflix, Disney Life, HOOQ, iWant, iflix, Viu, FOX+, NBA, and ONE.
  • GoPLAY: Clash of Clans, Clash Royale, Mobile Legends, Arena of Valor, Rules of Survival, and Free Fire

NOTE: 1GB a day for 7 days is the combined usage for Facebook, Instagram, GoWATCH, and GoPLAY.

Travel Guide: 7 Spots You Must Visit in Tabogon

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At first glance, Tabogon might be relatively unknown as a tourism hotspot in Cebu. In fact, some Cebuanos do not even know that such town exists. But in reality, there’s loads of fun things and adventures you can delve in in this quiet, sleepy town in northern Cebu.

Tabogon is known for the aquatic activities that you can do while you are there. That includes fishing, diving and more importantly, exploring the marine life.

What To Do in Tabogon

1. Guiwanon Cold Spring

Perfect for that stressful and humid 3-hour commute, Guiwanon Cold Spring holds true to its name; with its icy and crystal-clear fresh water, you’ll surely have a splash.

2. Salag Hanging Bridge & Mangrove Park

If you want to see how mangroves do their magic, this park is a great place to be. The Salag Bridge is also amazing for taking Insta-worthy photos.

  • Entrance fee: None
  • Operating hours: Anytime (public place)

3. Badiang Gamay Beach

Badiang Gamay Beach in Tabogon is an unfamiliar beach destination in the north that resembles to Kinatarcan Island with its crystal clear water, surrounded by many trees, and it feels really refreshing. And the best part about this beach is, it has NO entrance fee!

4. Emmare Beach Resort

Emmare Beach Resort offers a home on the beach with a wide swimming pool and overnight accommodations that are affordable and comfortable. It is located just few meters away from the famous Guiwanon Cold Spring

5. Batanes feels at Caduawan

If you’re imagining that nostalgic weekend getaway trip, you don’t want to miss passing through the “Batanes feels” land area at Brgy. Caduawan in Tabogon.

There is no specific name for this attraction as it is just a vast land area in Brgy. Caduawan, Tabogon. It is also worth noting that this is a good spot for stargazing or witnessing the milky way. No entrance fee or tent charge for now since this is a public area.

6. Sea Turtle Lagoon

With its picturesque cottages and gardens, spending your weekend here with your loved ones is indeed an intimate affair.

  • Entrance fee (Day Use 7AM-5PM): ₱40 per adult; ₱20 per kid
  • Cottage (Day Use 7AM-5PM): ₱600 (medium) / ₱1,300 (large)
  • Overnight (Non-airconditioned): starts at ₱2,500 per night for 2pax
  • Overnight (Airconditioned): starts at ₱3,500 per night for 2pax
  • More info: https://sugbo.ph/2018/sea-turtle-lagoon-resort/

7. Bunzie’s Cove

This place is perfect if you just want to experience a laidback and cozy weekend trip. Watching the sunset from their open swimming pools makes you think you’re in San Junipero from that Black Mirror episode.

  • Entrance fee (Day Use 7AM-5PM): ₱100 per head
  • Standard room: starts at ₱2,500 per night for 2pax

Getting to Tabogon

Tabogon is approximately 87 kilometers away from Cebu City going northern Cebu, or 2 hours travel time.

BY BUS: From North Bus Terminal, you can hop on a bus bound to Tabogon. Usually, the buses going in this route are labeled under the aisle “Tabogon – Bogo”, so make sure to inform the driver or the conductor that you will be dropping in Tabogon. Fare is approx. ₱70 per person (one-way). You can then hire a habal-habal or tricycle for a day tour to visit these places.

BY CAR: Just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for each property’s name as your destination.

So, there you have it. Make sure to visit the recommended places and you’ll surely never forget the hidden beauty Tabogon has to offer.

Morissette Amon to stage Valentine concert in Cebu this February 1, 2020

Asia’s Phoenix is coming back home for her second major concert in Cebu.

Morissette Amon, a native of Cebu, will stage a Valentine concert entitled “In the Key of Love Concert” with The Voice US contestant Jej Vinson, a fellow Bisaya from Davao City.

Produced by jigjog.com, the highly anticipated local Valentine concert will be on February 1, 2020 at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino.

CONCERT DETAILS:

  • In the Key of Love Concert with Morissette and Jej Vinson
    • Featuring 3rd Avenue, Yessha, and Jolianne
  • Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 8 PM
  • Pacific Grand Ballroom, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino

TICKET PRICES:

  • SVIP – Php 3,500
  • VIP – Php 3,000
  • Gold – Php 2,500
  • Silver – Php 1,500
  • Balcony – Php 800

TICKET OUTLETS:

Dine and Unwind at Mak’s View in Busay

Beaches, resorts or peaks can be hours away from the city, depraving you that much breather. Luckily, Mak’s View, the popular dine and unwind place at a mountain top, is just located in Busay.

Located along Transcentral Highway, Mak’s View in Busay has been flocked by tourists who wish to experience breakfast, lunch or dinner in a whole new level. And by whole new level, I meant it literally since you get to eat your meal at the mountain top of Busay while overlooking Cebu.

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Delicious food spots like Maharlicup and Humba Heaven are there too.

Maharlicup

Maharlicup offers their famous specialty of ‘puto-manga-sikwate’, taking you back to those nostalgic days when you were still a kid back at the province.

  • Operating hours: 6AM to 10PM daily
  • Contact number: 0977-236-2722
  • Social: Facebook Page

Humba Haven

And if you want to eat something scrumptious, Humba Heaven has got you covered with delish meals such as their best-selling Pork Belly Pesto.

  • Operating hours: 7AM to 10PM daily
  • Contact number: 0927-941-1672
  • Social: Facebook Page

Mak’s View in Busay has no entrance fee. Its chill and relaxing ambiance definitely wins the hearts of those who are stressed enough, and if the view and ambiance are not enough, both Maharlicup and Humba Heaven offer hearty meals that will surely melt your stress away.

How To Get There?

Location: Brgy. Busay, Cebu City — just along the highway, few meters away from the eskina of Tops Lookout.

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

BY HABAL-HABAL: Hire a habal-habal driver (motorcycle for hire) near JY Square Mall in Lahug, and inform him to drop you off at Mak’s View. 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.

Set out to Mak’s View in Busay this weekend to have that break you deserve.

OFFICIAL Novena Mass Schedule for Sinulog 2020

More than the festive celebration in Cebu — from the most colorful parades to the grandest programs and competitions here and there, at the end of the day, Sinulog is a solemn and religious event celebrating the adoration of the city’s patron, Señor Sto. Niño or the Holy Child Jesus.

[box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””] CEBU SINULOG 2020:
1. Cebu Sinulog 2020 Schedule of Events & Activities
2. Novena Mass Schedule for Cebu Sinulog 2020
3. What is Cebu’s Sinulog all about?
4. MyBus offers FREE rides from SM Seaside to Sto. Niño on January 10 to 19
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SCHEDULE FOR CEBU SINULOG NOVENA MASS 2020

DAY 1: January 9, 2020 (Thursday) – OPENING SALVO

  • 3:00 AM – Assembly Time at Fuente Osmeña
  • 4:00 AM – Start of the Penitential Walk with Jesus
  • 5:30 AM – (Route: Fuente Osmeña – Osmeña Boulevard – Basilica)
  • 5:30 AM – Solemn Mass for the Opening Salvo (Cebuano)
  • 5:30 AM – Installation of Hermano Mayor and Hermana Mayores 2020
  • 5:30 AM – Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center
  • 7:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 8:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 10:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 11:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 1:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 2:30 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 4:00 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 5:30 PM – Holy Mass with Traditional Sinulog (English )
  • 7:00 PM – Holy Mass with Traditional Sinulog (English)

DAY 2: January 10, 2020 (Friday) – 2nd Novena

  • 4:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 5:30 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 7:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 8:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 10:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 11:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 1:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 2:30 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano) Mass for the Opening Salvo of Sinulog Festival
  • 4:00 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 5:30 PM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 7:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)

DAYS 3-8: January 11 (Saturday) to January 16 (Thursday) Novena Mass

  • 4:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 5:30 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 7:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 8:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 10:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 11:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 1:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 2:30 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 4:00 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 5:30 PM – Holy Mass (English) with short traditional Sinulog
  • 7:00 PM – Holy Mass (English) with short traditional Sinulog

DAY 9: January 17, 2020 (Friday)

  • 3:00 AM – Assembly Time at Fuente Osmeña
  • 4:00 AM – Walk with Mary(Route: Fuente Osmeña – Osmeña Boulevard – Basilica)
  • 5:30 AM – Misa de Traslacion (Cebuano)
  • 5:30 AM – Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center (Immediately after the Mass the Traslacion takes place to National Shrine of Saint Joseph, Mandaue, of the pilgrim images of Señor Sto. Niño de Cebu and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe de Cebu)
  • 7:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 8:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 10:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 11:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 12:30 PM – DepEd RO7 Traditional “HALAD” (Dance Offering)
  • 2:30 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 4:00 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 5:30 PM – Holy Mass (English)with short traditional Sinulog
  • 7:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)with short traditional Sinulog

Day 10: January 18, 2020 (Saturday) – Visperas Day

VISPERAS
  • 11:00 PM – January 17 – Mass at National Shrine of Joseph, Mandaue for the Send-off of the Pilgrim Images to Lapu-Lapu City
  • 12:00 MN – Traslacion from National Shrine of Saint Joseph to the National Shrine of Virgen de Regla
  • 6:00 PM – Venue: National Shrine of St. Joseph, Mandaue City
  • 1:00 AM – Reception Rites for the Pilgrim Images & Public Veneration
    4:00 AM – Mass for the Send-off of the Pilgrim Images for the Fluvial Procession
    5:30 AM – Short Procession from the National Shrine of Virgen de regla to Muelle Osmeña Port(tentative)
  • 6:00 AM – Fluvial Procession at Mactan Channel
Masses at the Basilica
  • 5:30 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 7:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 9:00 AM – Solemn Mass in Commemoration of the First Baptism and Mass and the First Wedding
  • 4:00 AM – Traditional “Halad” (Dace Offering)
    9:00 AM – Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center
  • 1:00 PM – Solemn Procession of the venerable image of Señor Sto. Niño de Cebu
  • 6:00 PM – Pontifical Mass de Visperas (Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center)
  • 8:00 PM – One Hour Tradinational Dance Sinulog (Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center)

Day 11: January 19, 2020 (Sunday) – Fiesta Señor Day

  • 4:00AM – Mañanita Mass
  • 6:00 AM – Misa Pontifical de la “Fiesta Señor” by His Excellency Archbishop Jose S. Palma, DD
  • 8:30 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 10:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 11:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 1:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 2:30 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 4:00 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
  • 5:30 PM – Holy Mass (English)
  • 7:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)

All Masses of the Fiesta Señor will be concluded with the Traditional Sinulog Dance

Day 12: January 20, 2020 (Monday) – Thanksgiving Day

  • 6:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 7:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 8:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 10:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 2:00 PM – Holy Mass
  • 4:00 PM – Holy Mass
  • 5:30 AM – Commemoration Mass for the Deceased members of the Cofradia del Sto. Niño de Cebu
  • 5:30 PM – Holy Mass
  • 5:30 AM – Mass for All the Sick and the Aged
  • 7:00 PM – Holy Mass

January 24, 2020 (Friday) – Adlaw sa Hubo

  • 4:00 AM – Misa Solemne sa “HUBO” (Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center)
  • 6:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 7:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 8:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 9:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 10:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 11:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 12:00 NN – Holy Mass
  • 1:00 PM – Holy Mass
  • 2:00 PM – Holy Mass
  • 3:00 PM – Holy Mass
  • 4:00 PM – Holy Mass
  • 5:00 PM – Holy Mass
  • 6:00 PM – Holy Mass
  • 7:00 PM – Holy Mass

Special Weekday Masses

  • 6:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 7:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 8:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 10:00 AM – Holy Mass
  • 12:15 PM – Holy Mass
  • 2:00 PM – Holy Mass
  • 4:00 PM – Holy Mass
  • 5:30 PM – Holy Mass January 25, 2020 will be a Sunday anticipated Mass

What else to know?

[box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””] CEBU SINULOG 2020:
1. Cebu Sinulog 2020 Schedule of Events & Activities
2. Novena Mass Schedule for Cebu Sinulog 2020
3. What is Cebu’s Sinulog all about?
4. MyBus offers FREE rides from SM Seaside to Sto. Niño on January 10 to 19
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Manila’s Famous ‘Premier The Samgyupsal’ opens first branch in Cebu

When you’re in Manila and you talk about samgyupsal, Premier The Samgyupsal is definitely one of the top quality restaurants to find.

Their high quality imported meat is indeed a treat for authentic samgyupsal lovers. And as 2019 draws near to its end, Cebuanos are in for a treat: the famous Premier The Samgyupsal has finally opened its first branch here in Cebu, at James Town in Mandaue City (near Parkmall).

Their premium quality samgyupsal comes with a variety of other dishes including the Filipino favorite dwaeji galbi, the tasty woosamgyup and also the savory and fresh moksal.

With more than 15 delectable side dishes, you would definitely have that ultimate samgyupsal dining experience. From the beloved kimchi, to steamed egg, to imported nuts, the phrase ‘side dish’ is indeed, just an understatement.

And if that’s not enough to satisfy your palate, their dips are also perfect for their already-tasty samgyupsal. That includes the cheese dip as well, letting you experience that cheesy-licious treat.

Menu:

  • Unlimited BBQ – Pork and Chicken
    • ₱450/head Lunch price (10am ~ 4pm daily)
    • ₱500/head Dinner price (5pm onwards)
  • Unlimix – Imported Beef, Pork and Chicken (BEST-SELLER)
    • ₱500/head Lunch Price (10am ~ 4pm daily)
    • ₱580/head Dinner price (5pm – onwards) 
  • Unlimited shabushabu 
    • ₱500 – lunch
    • ₱580 – dinner 
  • ALL unlimited options come with 15 unlimited side dishes including unlimited steamed egg and 2 free soups (daenjang soup & spicy seafood soup) , unlimited rice and unlimited cheese dip.

Unlimited meat menu:

  1. Samgyupsal – Plain Thick Pork Belly
  2. Moksal – Plain Pork Shoulder
  3. Yangnyeom Dwaeji – Marinated Pork Shoulder
  4. Daepe – Thin Slice Pork Belly
  5. Spicy Chicken – Chicken Thigh w/ spicy marinate
  6. Soy Chicken – Chicken Thight w/ soy teriyaki marinated
  7. Woosamgyup – USDA Thin Slice Beef ( Beef Shortplate)
  8. Marinated Beef – Marinated Thin Slice Beef ( Beef Shortplate)
  9. Marinated Pork – Marinated Thin Slice Pork Belly
  10. Bulgogi – Korean Marinated Beef

Aside from their unlimited menu, Premier The Samgyupsal also offers premium meat/steak such as AUS marbled sirloin beef , Wagyu Anchangsal (wagyu beef thin skirt), etc.

Other information

  • Operating hours:
    • Tue, Wed & Sun: 10AM to 10PM
    • Thu-Sat: 10AM to 12MN
    • Closed on Mondays
  • Contact number: 0956 014 3188
  • Social: Facebook Page

How to get there?

Exact location: James Town, Mantawe Ave., Tipolo, Mandaue City, Cebu — in between Chong Hua and Parkmall (across Rico’s Lechon).

BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: If you’re bringing your own vehicle, just navigate with Waze and search for “Premier The Samgyupsal” in Mandaue. Spacious parking space is available.

BY JEEPNEY: 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. Drop off at James Town.

IN PHOTOS: Our experience at Anjo World Theme Park

Stepping into Anjo World Theme Park is like drinking a whole bottle of energy drink in one go.

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It makes you giddy, hyped, nervous and a little bit crazy. Considering there are 12 rides plus Snow World Cebu that you’re about to try out, I’m thinking it’s very understandable and normal.

Anjo World Theme Park truly is a wonder to behold, with its 200-ft high Ferris Wheel, the enormous and sky high rides, everything is massive and full of colors.

What makes it more magical is although there’s fear and doubts, but the deafening shouts, screams and laughter heard all over the place is proof enough that everyone is having the time of their lives.

As the largest theme park in the Visayas. It certainly didn’t disappoint when it comes to its extreme rides because I’m telling you they are not for the faint hearted.

Top on the list would be the “Boomerang” with you being strapped on a circle and you’d be swinging and the circle of course would also be turning, not really a fan.

There’s also the silent killer “Vikings” because it looks okay but try it and you shall see why everyone saves this for the last.

They also have the one of a kind 4-seater spinning roller coaster “Pharaoh”, the Tower Drop, and a whole lot more.

Here are some more photos during our visit at Anjo World Theme Park:

Snow World Cebu

At Anjo World, you can also experience the magical wonderland of snow atCebu’s first ever, world-class Ice Theme Park, the Snow World Cebu.

Rides at Anjo World Theme Park:

1. Snow World Cebu ☃️
2. Anjo Eye, 200-ft Ferris Wheel 🎡
3. The Pharaoah Spinning Coaster 🎢
4. Venetian-inspired bumper boats 🚤
5. Boomerang 💥
6. Space Shuttle 🚀
7. Hip Hop (Go Go Bouncer) 🐇
8. London Taxi – Bump Cars 🚕
9. Vikings ⛵
10. Mr. Cup ☕
11. 25-meter Tower Drop 🗼
12. Mr. Toad (Kids-friendly Tower Drop) 🗼
13. Golden Carousel 🎠

Rates & Other Information

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BUY YOUR TICKETS ONLINE

You can now buy your tickets online via:

Other Information

  • Operating hours:
    – Mondays to Fridays: 12NN to 8PM
    – Saturdays & Sundays: 10AM to 9PM
  • Contact number: 0977-808-8000
  • Social: Facebook Page

How to get there?

Exact location: Anjo World Theme Park is located within Belmont One in Cebu South Road, Upper Calajoan, Minglanilla, Southern Cebu — only 1-1.5 hours away from Cebu City and 15-30 minutes from Starmall near SRP.

BY JEEPNEY:
– From CIT University or Punta Princesa or Bulacao/Pardo, ride any jeepney (usually 43/44) going to Minglanilla / Naga.
– From SM City Cebu, ride any jeepney (usually 10H) bound for Bulacao or Pardo. From there, ride another jeepney (43/44) going to Minglanilla / Naga.
– Or from Ayala Center Cebu, ride a 12L jeepney going to Punta Princesa.
then inform the driver to drop you off at Anjo World Theme Park or at Petron Gas Station in Calajoan.

BY BUS: You can also ride any bus or mini bus going south from the South Bus Terminal. Make sure to inform the driver or konduktor ahead that you’re dropping off at Petron Gas Station in Calajoan, Minglanilla.

BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps, and set your destination to “Belmont One” in Minglanilla.

PHOTOS BY JAYLORD BORNEA, SUGBO CONTRIBUTOR

Top 10 Valid IDs in the Philippines

Level up your adulting game!

Compiling all your job requirements? Opening a bank account? Applying for a loan? Getting your dream car? Whether private or public, most organizations would entail for you to present at least two valid IDs for any transaction.

Either minor or major transaction, one is required to comply and while you’re at it, might as well consider filing or getting all these Philippine VALID IDs enlisted because you’ll never know when you’ll be needing it one day or so.

1. POSTAL ID

The postal ID is a government-issued ID to show as a valid proof of identity and address. Currently, it is the easiest and fastest ID to obtain with a validity of three years.

Issued by: Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost)

Fee: Php 504

Applicant: Filipino Citizen and foreign residents with Special Resident Retiree’s Visa (SRRV) or has been living in the country for over 6 months

Apply through: Onsite. See the PHLPost website for locations.

Requirements:

  • Two copies of duly-accomplished PID application form
  • Valid ID as proof of identity
  • Billing statement as proof of address
  • Marriage certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport for foreign residents.

Branches:

  • Osmeña Blvd, Cebu City
  • Philippine Postal Corporation Cebu Port Authority – PMO4 Area, A. Pigafetta Street, Cebu City
  • M. Logarta St, Subandaku, Mandaue City
  • Bontuyan Street, Cebu City
  • ML Quizon, Mandaue City
  • Level 3 Robinsons Fuente, Fuente Osmeña Cir, Cebu City
  • UC Post Office, Sanciangko St, Cebu City
  • Parkmall, Ouano Avenue, Tipolo, Mandaue City
  • Mactan Cebu International Airport, Lapu-Lapu Airport Rd
  • GF , Talisay City Local Government, Mohon Road
  • Enan Chiong Activity Center, East Poblacion, City of Naga

2. PHILIPPINE PASSPORT

Primarily required for traveling via airplane, the Passport also serves as a valid ID in many applications including bank accounts, loan, and other government IDs. Being the preferred ID for its lengthy validity of 10 years, the Department of Transportation (DOT) receives a number of applications a day.

Issued by: Department of Foreign Affairs

Fee: Regular Php 950 / Expedite Php 1,200

Applicant: Filipino Citizen

Apply through: Online schedule. Onsite application. Visit the Passport Application Website.

Requirements:

  • Application and scheduling are done online through passport.gov.ph
  • Accomplished application form
  • Birth certificate
  • Government issued ID
  • Other supporting documents

Address: Pacific Mall MC Bacalso St Corner U.N. Avenue Estancia, Mandaue City

3. DRIVER’S LICENSE

Issued by the Land Transportation Office (LTO), the driver’s license allows its user to legally drive a vehicle on Philippine roads. There are three types: Student, which is valid for six months, and the Non-Professional and Professional licenses, which are valid for five years.

Issued by: Land Transportation Office (LTO)

Fee: Regular Php 950 / Expedite Php 1,200

Applicant: Philippine Resident, Driver

Apply through: Onsite application. Visit LTO website

Requirements:

  • Must be above 17 years old
  • Physically and Mentally able to operate a vehicle
  • Drug-Free
  • Must pass the written and driving exam

Branches:

  • L2, Northwing, SM City Cebu
  • Natalio B. Bacalso Ave, Cebu City
  • 3/F J Center Mall, A. S. Fortuna St, Mandaue City
  • Level 3 Robinsons Fuente, Fuente Osmeña Circle, Cebu City
  • Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu
  • M. Logarte Avenue , Subangdaku , 6014 Mandaue City
  • Danao City, Cebu
  • S. Osmena St., Toledo City
  • Valladolid, Carcar City, Cebu
  • New Medellin Public Market, Medellin, Cebu

4. Voter’s ID

It is within the rights of the citizen of every nation to choose the country’s leaders. However, to exercise this right, one must be a registered voter.

Issued by: Commission on Elections (COMELEC)

Fee: Free

Applicant: Filipino Citizen of legal age

Apply through: Onsite. Visit local COMELEC Office or the COMELEC website

Requirements:

  • Must be a Filipino citizen
  • 18 years old or above
  • A resident of the Philippines one year before an upcoming election

Branches:

  • Osmeña Blvd, Cebu City
  • Capitol Annex Building, Provincial Capitol, Cebu City
  • Suite 105, WDC Bldg., Cor. P. Burgos St. Osmena Blvd., Cebu City
  • BAEX Building, Capitol Compound, Escario Street, Cebu City
  • City Hall, F. Bas, Lawaan 2, Talisay
  • Poblacion Ward 4, National Highway, Minglanilla
  • Lapu-Lapu City Hall
  • Naga Sports Complex, Consolacion, Cebu
  • G/F Municipal Hall, Poblacion, Liloan, Cebu
  • G/F Municipal Building, Poblacion, San Fernando, Cebu
  • 611 Zamora St, Mandaue City
  • City Hall Compound, Poblacion, St John Dr, Toledo City, Cebu
  • Natalio B. Bacalso Highway, City of Naga
  • 2nd Floor, Municipal Building, Poblacion Carmen, Cebu

5. SSS Unified Multi-Purpose Identification (UMID)

The Philippine Social Security System is the country’s social insurance program for Filipino employees. With a regular contribution, SSS provides services including disability, maternity, funeral and death benefits, salary loan, and retirement benefit. The application for an SSS number is only done once and is yours for life.

Issued by: Social Security System (SSS)

Fee: None

Applicant: Filipino Citizen

Apply through: Online. Visit SSS website

Requirements:

  • Birth certificate or passport
  • Marriage certificate (if applicable)
  • Certificates of children (if any)
  • An E-6 form for an ID photo capture

Branches:

  • Gaisano Fiesta Mall, South National Highway, Talisay
  • UCPB Building, Osmeña Blvd, Cebu City
  • Robinsons Cebu, Level 1, Fuente Osmeña Cir, Cebu City
  • Robinsons Galleria, General Maxilom Ave Ext, Cebu City
  • J Centre Bldg, 33B A. S. Fortuna St, Mandaue City
  • State government office in Lapu-Lapu, Philippines
  • BPI, A. S. Fortuna St, Mandaue City,
  • Chua-Tiam Building, A. Del Rosario St, Mandaue City
  • Lopez Jaena St, Tipolo, Mandaue City

6. PhilHealth ID

Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) was created as the National Health Insurance Program to provide Filipinos an access to health insurance coverage. Among the benefits of PhilHealth include diagnostic examinations, consultations, and medicines.

Issued by: Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth)

Fee: Php 50 (excluding the first quarter contribution)

Applicant: Philippine Resident

Apply through: Online. PhilHealth Website

Requirements:

  • 1×1 ID picture
  • 2 valid IDs
  • 2 copies of accomplished PhilHealth Member Registration Form (if applying in person)

Branches:

  • Gorordo Ave, Cebu City
  • Lopez Jaena, Corner Logarta Street, Subangdaku, Mandaue City
  • 41 F. Ramos St, Cebu City
  • Toledo – Manipis Rd, Talisay
  • Robinsons Fuente, Level 1,Sta. Cruz, Fuente Osmeña Cir, Cebu City
  • 8/F Golden Peak Hotel & Suites, Gorordo Ave., N Escario St, Cebu City
  • Enan Chiong Activity Center, East Poblacion, City of Naga
  • Rizal St., Danao City
  • Carcar City Hall, Brgy. Perrelos, Carcar
  • Mezzanine Flr. LDM Building, M.J. Cuenco Ave. cor. Legaspi St., Cebu City
  • Tiangue Rd, Lapu-Lapu City

7. Tax Identification Number (TIN) Card

Like the SSS number, the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is kept for life. The 9-digit number is assigned to a tax-paying employee as an identification and for filing tax returns and the like. An application is done by the employer unless the applicant is self-employed.

Issued by: Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)

Fee: None

Applicant: Philippine Resident

Apply through: Employer

When applying as a business, the requirements for a TIN number include:

  • Birth certificate
  • Mayor’s permit
  • DTI Certificate of Business Name
  • Professional Regulation Commission ID and Payment of Professional Tax Receipt (if applicable)

Branches:

  • Philwood, 82 Natalio B. Bacalso Ave, Cebu City
  • AMSLAI Building, Salinas Drive, Lahug, Cebu City
  • Archbishop Reyes Ave, Cebu City
  • Lopez Jaena St, Mandaue City
  • BIR Regional Office Building, Arch. Reyes Avenue, Cebu City

8. PRC ID

Many professions, such as doctors, engineers, architects or dentists, require a license as an evidence that they passed a rigorous board exam. This is to give them the right to operate and practice their profession in the country.

Issued by: Professional Regulation Profession (PRC)

Applicant: Professionals who passed the board exam

Apply through: Online. PRC Website

Branches:

  • HVG Arcade Building, Lopez Jaena St, Mandaue City
  • 797 V. Rama Avenue, Cebu City

9. PWD ID (if applicable)

There are many benefits given to Persons with Disabilities, which include discounts on purchases, tax incentives, educational assistance, provisions for express lanes, and more. To verify for these benefits, the person must have the PWD ID.

Issued by: National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA)

Applicant: Persons with Disabilities (PWD)

Apply through: Onsite. National Council on Disability Affairs or DSWD Offices

Requirements:

  • Barangay certificate
  • Accomplished application form
  • Two 1×1 ID picture
  • Signed medical certificate issued by any licensed private, government clinic, or hospital-based physician

Branches:

  • P Burgos St, Mandaue City
  • 2nd Floor, Talisay City Hall Building, Lawaan II, Talisay City
  • Manggahan, Cebu City
  • Dsws Bldg, Katipunan St, Cebu City
  • Population Commission Regional Office 7, Archbishop Reyes Avenue, Cebu City

10. Senior Citizen’s ID

The Senior Citizen ID is the main identification of a Filipino Citizen aged 60 or more to enjoy the benefits stated under the Republic Act 9257 or Expanded Senior Citizens Act of 2003. These benefits include 20% discounts on purchases, 5% discount on utility bills, VAT (value-added-tax) exemption to all establishments, and special fare rate on transportation costs.

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Issued by: Office of Senior Citizens Affair

Applicant: Filipino Citizen of 60 years of age or more

Apply through: Onsite

Requirements:

  • Birth certificate
  • 1×1 colored photo
  • Valid ID

Branches:

  • Cebu City Hall, Magallanes Street, Cebu City
  • 869 A. S. Fortuna St, Panilad, Mandaue City
  • Sunrise, Talisay City
  • A. Gabuya St, Cebu City, Cebu
  • Multipurpose, Katipunan St, Cebu City

LANY, Live in Cebu this February 2, 2020!

American indie pop trio LANY, popular for their hits “ILYSB” and “Super Far,” is set to stage their first-ever performance in Cebu at Plus63 Music & Arts Festival this February 2, 2020.

On its 5th year, Plus63 Music & Arts Festival brings LANY! and some of Cebu’s best bands – Three Legged Men PH, Mandaue Nights and Sepia Times – to one unforgettable festival at SM Seaside Complex Cebu Concert Grounds in South Road Properties, Cebu City.

Tickets will be on sale starting on December 16, 2019 (Monday) at 10AM. Make sure to also bookmark this page as we will update it immediately once we get the details.

EVENT DETAILS:

  • Plus63 Music & Arts Festival in Cebu: Featuring LANY
  • With Cebu bands Three Legged Men PH, Mandaue Nights and Sepia Times
  • February 2, 2020 | Sunday, 6PM
  • SM Seaside Complex Cebu Concert Grounds

Ticket Prices:

  • General admission: ₱1,800 each
  • VIP: ₱3,000 each

Ticket outlets:

Plus63 Music & Arts Festival

LANY Music Hits