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Top 10 Hostels in Cebu

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If others are still on a daydream from New Year, Cebuanos aren’t. The year might have just started but, we always have an excuse to go somewhere and celebrate one of the most festive seasons – Sinulog Festival.

Sinulog is set to climax a week from now and we’re sure that because you’ve landed on this page, you’re in search for a perfect place to stay. When I say perfect, I mean ideal because it’s not costly and it’s convenient.

If you’ve never been to Sinulog or if you’re still looking for accommodation options, we’ve got you covered. Check out these hostels!

1. Hostel Seven Cebu – ₱450

Hostel Seven Cebu offers eight-bed bunk rooms for 500/bed and a 10-bed bunk room for 450/bed. However, if you want your own nook, Hostel Seven Cebu also offers queen rooms that can fit two to four people. Being a hostel which is just a 20-minute walk away from Museo Sugbo, it’s perfect for you!

Rates:
  • 10-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱500 /head /night (Shared)
  • 8-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱550 /head /night (Shared)
  • Bunk-Bed Female Dorm: ₱550 /head /night (Shared)
  • Deluxe Queen Room: ₱1,699 per night, good for 2pax
  • Family Double Room: ₱2,500 per night, good for 4pax
Other information:

2. Mad Monkey Hostel – ₱650

Mad Monkey Cebu City, a famous hostel chain, is located close to the best tourist spots in the city. They offer budget-friendly private rooms and dorms, with friendly staff and an upbeat social vibe. Enjoy their Filipino Fusion restaurant, laze by our infinity pool & sun deck during the day; and in the evening’s party with the best DJs in town, enjoy billiards or beer pong whilst mixing with 150 other travelers. Book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Room Rates:
  • Basic 8-Bed Dorm: ₱650 /head /night (Shared)
  • Basic 6-Bed Dorm: ₱700 /head /night (Shared)
  • Basic 4-Bed Dorm: ₱750 /head /night (Shared)
  • Basic 4-Bed Female Dorm: ₱800 /head /night (Shared)
  • Private Double: ₱1,800 /night, good for 2pax
  • Twin Bunk: ₱1,600 /night, good for 2pax
  • Private Triple: ₱2,400 /night, good for 3pax
Other information:

3. Murals Hostel and Cafe – ₱750

Rates:
  • 8-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱750 /head /night (Shared)
  • 6-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱750 /head /night (Shared)
  • 6-Bed Female Dorm: ₱750 /head /night (Shared)
  • Queen Room: ₱1,550 per night, good for 2pax
  • Quadruple Room: ₱2,800 per night, good for 4pax
  • Family Double Room: ₱3,600 per night, good for 6pax
Other information:
  • Contact details: 0998 152 2197
  • Online booking: link
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Location: F. Cabahug St., Cebu City

4. Tr3ats Guest House – ₱350

Tr3ats Guest House in Cebu features mixed dormitories, an exclusive female dorm, and private rooms at affordable prices. Front desk and housekeeping are available round-the-clock in case you need to check in or out at odd hours.

Rates:
  • 6-Bed Female Dorm: ₱350 /head /night (Shared)
  • 6-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱350 /head /night (Shared)
  • Citiview Private Room: ₱900 per night, good for 2pax
  • Citiview Family Room: ₱1,600 per night, good for 4pax
Other information:

5. Bugoy Bikers Hostel –  ₱450

Bugoy Bikers, an old house turned into a hostel in 2010, is known for its spacious garden and terrace, an outdoor bamboo shower, and bicycle tours. Aside from staying in the P500-per-head dorm, you can also book the bamboo hut (P800) with a king-size bed good for two people as a more affordable option.

Rates:
  • 6-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱450 /head /night (Shared)
  • Budget Room: ₱800 per night, good for 2pax
  • Bamboo Hut Room: ₱800 per night, good for 2pax
  • Standard Room: ₱1,000 per night, good for 2pax
  • Deluxe Room: ₱1,200 per night, good for 2pax
Other information:

6. Cebu MTB Adventure Cafe and Hostel – ₱560

Cebu Mountain Bike Adventure, one of the pioneers of bike tourism, is a one-stop shop for bike enthusiasts. It has a bike spa where you can bring your trusty wheels for cleaning and maintanence for only P560. For its accommodation services, it provides guests with fully air-conditioned dormitories and free breakfast.

7. Food District Hostel Cebu Central –₱380

Food District Hostel Cebu Central is within walking distance from everything you need—the mall, market, and jeepney terminals; but not too near the loud festivities at the center of the city. Front desk and housekeeping are round-the-clock, ensuring that shared bathrooms are clean at all times.

Rates:
  • 10-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱400 /head /night (Shared)
  • Twin Room: ₱1,200 per night, good for 2pax
  • Triple Room: ₱1,500 per night, good for 3pax
  • Quadruple Room: ₱1,800 per night, good for 4pax
  • Family Room: ₱2,400 per night, good for 6pax
Other information:
  • Contact: 0977-853-1685 / [email protected]
  • Online booking: link
  • Location: 12 Torralba Street corner Wilson Street, Apas, Cebu City

8. Naps x Adventures Hostel – ₱350

Naps x Adventures makes sure that you get your much-needed rest after a whole day of exploring (thus, the name). There’s an on-site bar where guests can mingle with fellow intrepid travelers.

Rates:
  • 12-Bed Mixed Dorm: ₱350 /head /night (Shared)
  • Twin Room: ₱850 per night, good for 2pax
  • Double Room: ₱875 per night, good for 2pax
  • Deluxe Family Room: ₱2,025 per night, good for 5pax
Other information:

9. Cebu Regal Pension House – ₱400

Cebu Regal Pension House is an older pension house in a relatively quiet area, walking distance to downtown Cebu. Here you can find some of Cebu’s City’s most popular tourist attractions such as Fort San Pedro and Magellan’s Cross.  Regal’s rooms are aging and fairly average. The place is ok for cheap affordable place in Cebu, but nothing really special. If you are looking for cheap accommodation during the Sinulog Festival, Cebu Regal Pension House is in a great location as you can walk to the street parade from here.

Rates:
  • Single (Fan): ₱400 per night, good for 1pax
  • Single (Aircon): ₱500 per night, good for 1pax
  • Single (AC & TV): ₱600 per night, good for 1pax
  • Standard Double Room: ₱700 per night, good for 2pax
  • Family Room: ₱900 per night, good for 3pax
  • Deluxe Room: ₱1,200 per night, good for 4pax
Other information:
  • Contact details: (Phone) 255-6758, 255-6759; (Fax) 255-6750
  • Online booking: link
  • Location: 9-A Y and F Building, Junquera Extension

10. Doña Mercedes Hostel – ₱610

Doña Mercedes Hostel is set in Cebu City, 1.1 km from Fuente Osmena Circle, and has a terrace. Located around 2.1 km from Grand Convention Centre of Cebu, the hostel is also 2.6 km away from Ayala Center Cebu. Free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk are offered.

The rooms in the hostel are fitted with a TV. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries. Guest rooms at Doña Mercedes Hostel are equipped with a seating area.

Rates:
  • Single (Fan): ₱610 per night, good for 2pax
  • Standard Double Room: ₱800 per night, good for 2pax
  • Family Room: ₱1,200 per night, good for 3pax
  • Deluxe Room: ₱1,500 per night, good for 4pax
Other information:
  • Contact details: (032) 253-3320, 259-3685 / [email protected]
  • Online booking: link
  • Location: 366 Orchid St., Capitol Site, Cebu City

Cebu Sinulog 2019: Fireworks Display Sites & Dates

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One of the highly anticipated events every Sinulog is the extraordinary Fireworks Displays capping off the festival celebration.

In case you still don’t know where and when to find these Fireworks Displays, we have rounded everything you need to know about this year’s grand showcase of breathtaking displays in the sky of Cebu.

1. Jan. 19: ‘Battle of the Best Pyro Competition’ at SM City Cebu

  • What: 11th Sinulog Fireworks Competition
  • When: January 19, 2019 (Saturday) at 7:00PM
  • Where: SM City Cebu – Open parking near the North Wing
  • No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seats
Photo by Kelly Louis Marababol
Photo by Kelly Louis Marababol

2. Jan. 20: ‘Pyro Musical Show’ at SM City Cebu

  • What: Grand Pyromusical show by Pyroworks International (Music synchronization)
  • When: January 20, 2019 (Sunday) at 7:00PM
  • Where: SM City Cebu – Open parking near the North Wing
  • No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seats

3. Jan. 20: ‘Grand Musical Fireworks Display’ at Cebu City Sports Center

  • What: Grand Musical Fireworks Display (by the City Government)
  • When: January 20, 2019 (Sunday) at 7:00PM
  • Where: Cebu City Sports Center
  • No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seats
Photo by Junjie Mendoza
Photo by Junjie Mendoza

4. Jan. 20: ‘Festival of Lights – Grand Fireworks Display’ at Cebu Business Park

  • What: Festival of Lights – Grand Fireworks Display
  • When: January 20, 2019 (Sunday) at 7:00PM
  • Where: Cebu Business Park – Ayala Center Cebu
  • No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seats
Photo by Paul Gotiong
Photo by Paul Gotiong

5. Jan. 20: ‘Extraordinary Pyro Magic in the Sky’ at SM Seaside City Cebu

  • What: Extraordinary Pyro Magic in the Sky
  • When: January 20, 2019 (Sunday) at 8:00PM
  • Where: SM Seaside City Cebu – Sky Park
  • No Admission Fee / No Reserved Seats
    Photo by Marc Go
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    [box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””] CEBU SINULOG 2019:
    1. Cebu Sinulog 2019 Schedule of Events & Activities
    2. Novena Mass Schedule for Cebu Sinulog 2019
    3. Sinulog 2019 Routes & Maps
    4. Sinulog 2019 Party Events
    5. Sinulog 2019 Fireworks Displays Sites & Dates
    6. Sinulog 2019 Fluvial Parade [/box]

    Now open: SMR Chocolates in Cebu City

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    A chocolate haven for the Cebuanos! The popular chocolate store in Manila – widely known for its crazily affordable imported and premium goods – has finally arrived in Cebu City!

    SMR Chocolates offers “cheaper than mall priced” goodies, from imported chocolates to chips and drinks. They also carry famous brands like Hershey’s, Toblerone, Oreo, and Pepero at wholesale prices.

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    Other information

    • Operating hours: 10AM to 9PM daily
    • Facebook Page: link

    Branches:

    • Cebu City: Unit 8 Escario Central Mall, Escario Street, Brgy. Kamputhaw, Cebu City (beside McDo Escario)
    • Mactan: Unit 1 Appleton Building Basak, Lapu Lapu City

    How to get there (Cebu City branch)?

    Exact location: Unit 8 Escario Central Mall, Escario Street, Brgy. Kamputhaw, Cebu City.

    BY JEEPNEY: You can ride any jeepney going to Escario Central Mall or passing through N. Escario (Axis). Or, ride 12L and 14D jeepney from Ayala and drop off at Escario Central Mall. From Colon/Fuente – Maxwell Hotel: 17D, 17B,17C 14D, and 04H.

    BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “Escario Central Mall”.

    Ultimate Guide to Cebu Sinulog Parties 2019

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    What is Sinulog without a rave party? Sure, Sinulog is celebrated in honor of Santo Niño (Child Jesus) — and I think all people, regardless of religion, should respect that. But Sinulog is also a cultural tradition where people from all walks of life come together to dance and celebrate the grandest festival.

    All roads are leading to Cebu right now as the annual Sinulog Festival is on its way — where the young and the young at heart dance their hearts out! Brace for the best performances on the upcoming party events coinciding with the Cebu Sinulog Festival 2019.

    IMPORTANT REMINDER: Just like last year, street parties in Cebu City are BANNED. If you have ever partied in Sinulog in the previous years, it’s not going to be the same anymore. Only few establishments and organizers, with solid security measures, are allowed to operate.

    Jan. 18: House-Kissed Music Festival Sinulog 2019

    Featuring some of the most exceptionally talented DJs and artists in the industry, moving the crowd with their range of skills. House-Kissed Sinulog 2019 will be the FIRST EVER event to showcase not only a powerhouse of acts, but the first ever festival to introduce UV FACE PAINT to the Philippine crowd in SM Seaside Cebu City that should cater up to 10,000 attendees.

    • When: January 18, 2019 (Friday) – 3PM to 4AM
    • Where: SM Seaside City Concert Grounds in SRP, Cebu City
    • Ticket Price: ₱860 (GA); ₱1,290 (VIP)
    • Where to buy? SM Tickets / 0917 376 0546 | 0915 848 8686 | 0966 976 0949
    • Facebook Event Page: link

    Jan. 18: Klook Sinulog Beach Festival

    Feel the heat as we celebrate the Sinulog week at Happy Beach Cebu in partnership with Klook!

    Groove it or simply lay back while listening to your favorite hits from the guest DJ and live band performers. Have fun in the sun with water activities and carnival games which you will surely enjoy too!

    • When: January 18, 2019 (Friday) – 3PM to 10PM
    • Where: Happy Beach Resort in Mactan, Cebu
    • Ticket Price: ₱500 (Group of 4); ₱795 (with Festival Kit); ₱795 (with Inflatable Pass)
    • Where to buy? Klook website / Klook App (just search for “Sinulog Beach Festival”)
    • Facebook Event Page: link
    Line-up:

    Jan. 19: Plus63 Music & Arts Festival

    Cebu’s biggest and best international music & arts festival during Sinulog.

    • When: January 19, 2019 (Saturday) – 7PM to 3AM
    • Where: Cebu Business Park (near Ayala Mall)
    • Ticket Price: ₱850 (General Admission); ₱1,910 (VIP)
    • Where to buy? SMTickets / Facebook Page
    • Facebook Event Page: link
    LINE-UP:

    Jan. 19: Nation Fest 2019 by LIV Superclub

    Featuring a special performance from one of the country’s rock band— Siakol, alongside with Asia’s #1 & World’s #19 DJ— LaCrème, together with Asia’s #12 DJ— Marc Marasigan, the country’s top DJs— X- Factor, Rico Arce, David Ardiente, Those Damn Nerds, and MC Victor Pring.

    • When: January 19, 2019 (Saturday) – 6PM to 5AM
    • Where: City Time Square
    • Ticket Price: ₱300
    • Where to buy? 0917 773 4277 | (032) 328 0192
    • Facebook Event Page: link
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    Jan. 18 & 19: Rooftop Rave at Twilight Roofdeck Lounge + Bar (Bai Hotel)

    The grandest and the most anticipated festival in Cebu is happening next week. Set your Sinulog vibe with our Rooftop Rave at Twilight Roofdeck Lounge + Bar featuring the hottest DJs in the city, DJ LV LIM, DJ KATE, DJ VIA CHAN, DJ MADZ, DJ THORREN NOEL, and DJ NISH.

    • When: January 18 & 19, 2019 (Friday & Saturday) – 6PM to 2AM on both days
    • Where: Bai Hotel – Rooftop Level
    • Ticket Price: ₱250 per entry
    • Where to buy? (032) 888-2500
    • Facebook Event Page: link

    Jan. 19: Etc’s Paintensity 2019

    Don’t miss the most-awaited event in Sinulog! Party at #ETCPaintensified2019 on January 19 at the MEZ Football Grounds, Lapu Lapu City, with beats by Manila’s hottest DJs – DJ Mars Miranda, DJ Travis Monsod, DJ JC Cas, and Cebu DJs – DJ Charlz, DJ Renzo and DJ Kate! With MC Domino and MC Carlo Lasiste.

    • When: January 19, 2019 (Saturday) – 5PM to 3AM
    • Where: MEPZ Football Grounds, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu
    • Ticket Price: Admission is FREE! Pre-register at: https://bit.ly/2FkmyrH
    [box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””] CEBU SINULOG 2019:
    1. Cebu Sinulog 2019 Schedule of Events & Activities
    2. Novena Mass Schedule for Cebu Sinulog 2019
    3. Sinulog 2019 Routes & Maps
    4. Sinulog 2019 Party Events
    5. Sinulog 2019 Fireworks Displays Sites & Dates
    6. Sinulog 2019 Fluvial Parade [/box]

    Mt. Manunggal Eco-Adventure: Mountain-top thrills in Balamban

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    Baguio de Cebu Eco Mountain Adventures in Balamban

    Baguio City in Northern Luzon is famous for its cool climate and breathtakingly beautiful natural sceneries. While it’s sometimes better to create our own identity and not associate certain places to famous attractions elsewhere, we can’t really blame the management or the people behind if they decide to market it that way, most especially if they aim to offer the same feels or experience without the need to fly out from Cebu City.

    Setting aside our opinions, this rising attraction deserves the spotlight anyway. Introducing the Baguio de Cebu Eco Mountain Adventures, also known as Mt. Manunggal Eco-Adventure, in Balamban – tagged as the “Little Baguio of Cebu”.

    Things you can do at Baguio de Cebu Eco Mountain Adventures:

    ✓ Sky Bike
    ✓ Horseback Riding
    ✓ Camping
    ✓ Trekking / Mountain Climbing
    ✓ Food Trip

    ✓ Zip Lining

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    Rates & Other information

    Fees:

    • Entrance fee: ₱80 per head
    • Skybike: ₱150 per head, back and forth.
    • Horseback Riding: ₱150 per head, per 15 minutes.
    • Camping: ₱50 per person, just bring a tent if you wish to sleep overnight.

    You can go camping, trekking, hiking or mountain climbing (choose between Mt. Mauyog, Monkey Mountain or Manunggal Peak). If you opt to have a guide with you, a charge of P400 per 5pax is collected for the guide.

    Other information

    • Contact numbers: 0939-791-2427 / 0938-669-6383
    • Social: Facebook Page

    How to get there?

    Exact location: Brgy. Sunog, Balamban, Cebu — approx. 2.5 hours away from the city. Just about 1.5 kilometers after West 35, right turn to Brgy. Sunog.

    BY VAN: Take a v-hire going to Balamban from the Ayala Center Cebu Terminal. Ask the driver to drop you off at the alley of Mt. Manuggal or Cantipla. Fare is P120 per person. 1.5-2 hours travel time.

    To be specific, this is located approx. 1.5km km from West 35 if your route is through Lahug-Busay-Transentral Highway. You will see a tarp on the right side of the road saying “BAGUIO DE CEBU ECO PARK” (turn right) and from there it’s almost 2km to the Mountain. The journey going there is an adventure already. You will be passing a thrilling drive of a 3.0m max wide undeveloped road with sometimes a cliff on both sides of the road.

    BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “BAGUIO DE CEBU ECO-MOUNTAIN PARK ADVENTURE”. Parking space is available. Hailing a taxi or GrabCar is not possible.

    RENT A CAR/VAN: For a hassle-free trip, rent a van at SquadPH Tours and Travels.

     PHOTOS BY Yen Malasaga

    OFFICIAL Sinulog 2019 Routes & Maps

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    What is Sinulog without the routes and reroutes and the much expected traffic? Be street smart!

     As events start as early as January 11, 2019 (Thursday), drivers and commuters alike should be aware and be informed.

    Here are the official routes for the events:

    • Sinulog Launching Parade  – January 11
    • Sinulog Sa Lalawigan  – January 12
    • Sinulog Sa Barangay –  January 13
    • Solemn Procession –  January 19
    • Sinulog Grand Parade – January 20

    You can now stay clear of the mobile traffic, human traffic and overcrowding this Sinulog. Get to your destinations faster and more direct.

    You just have to be be smart and strategic in your choice of path.

    January 11: Sinulog Launching Parade

    • 3:30PM – Assembly time for the Sinulog 2019 Launching Parade (Plaza Independencia to Cebu City Sports Center)
    • 5:00PM – Sinulog 2019 Grand Launching at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 7:00PM – Opening: Sugbuanong Musika at Fuente Osmeña Circle | Sinulog Idol Launching at Plaza Independencia

    January 12: Sinulog sa Lalawigan

    • 1:00PM – Parade of Participants (Capitol Grounds to Cebu City Sports Center)
    • 2:00PM – Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Lalawigan at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 6:00PM – Cultural Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle by Department of Education – Cebu Province

    January 13: Sinulog sa Barangay

    • 10:00AM – Parade of Participants (Plaza Independencia to Cebu City Sports Center)
    • 1:00PM – Sinulog sa Barangay at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 6:00PM – Cultural Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle by UV & Mandaue City Science High School

    January 19: Solemn Procession

    • 1:00 – 6:00 PM – Solemn Procession of the Miraculous Image of the Santo Niño

    January 20: Sinulog Grand Parade

    • 6:00AM – Pontifical Mass at Basilica Del Santo Niño
    • 6:30AM – Holy Mass at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 9:00AM – Sinulog 2019 Grand Parade Kick Off at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 5:00PM – Sinulog 2019 Grand Finale at Cebu City Sports Center
    [box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””] CEBU SINULOG 2019:
    1. Cebu Sinulog 2019 Schedule of Events & Activities
    2. Novena Mass Schedule for Cebu Sinulog 2019
    3. Sinulog 2019 Routes & Maps
    4. Sinulog 2019 Party Events
    5. Sinulog 2019 Fireworks Displays Sites & Dates
    6. Sinulog 2019 Fluvial Parade [/box]

    WATCH: Sinulog Idol 2019 Season 10 Finalists on SugboTV

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    Are you ready for the ULTIMATE singing competition of Cebu’s Sinulog festival?

    Now on its tenth year, Sinulog Idol is nearing to its week-long competition, starting on January 11, 2019 (every 6PM) at Plaza Independencia.

    The Top 12 finalists will battle every night, until only the Top 6 will remain on January 17 for the grand showdown. On the final round, the Top 3 winners will be revealed.

    But before the big reveal of this year’s grand winner, SugboTV – the official video platform of Sugbo.ph – treats you with a special access to hear first this year’s amazing finalists of Sinulog Idol Season 10!

    WATCH & LIKE on the YouTube videos to vote for your favorite Sinulog Idol 2019!

    1. Jonas Elarcosa

    2. Zane Dugaduga

    3. Del Maica Papas

    4. Jessa May Abaquita

    5. Kristina Kyla Dizon

    6. Yad Jayme

    7. Rache May Parco

    8. Jake Keanu Batiancela

    9. Vanessa Parame

    10. James Mathew Alfafara

    11. Mikee Allaga

    12. Shim Dagatan

    Cebu’s Sinulog: The Grandest Festival in the Philippines

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    Millions of tourists visit Cebu each year. The island of Cebu has become a premier destination whether it be for work, study, travel. But there’s a certain time of the year that everyone is excited about, when people from around the world and from across the country gather together with the Cebuanos to celebrate a certain festivity – the Sinulog.

    Here are some facts you need to know about Cebu’s Sinulog.

    Photo from Sinulog Foundation, Inc.

    When is Sinulog celebrated?

    Held every third Sunday of the January, the Sinulog Festival is one of the most famous festivals in the Philippines. (For this year, it is celebrated on January 20, 2019.) It is attended, not only by Filipinos, but people coming from different parts of the globe also came to witness the celebration.

    From the colorful costumes, to the distinctly beautiful dances and to the music of the drums and trumpets, the Sinulog Festival is unchallenged in its grandness and thus earned its name – the “The Mother of All Festivals”.

    Why do we celebrate Sinulog?

    The Sinulog Festival is a celebration in honor of Santo Niño (Child Jesus). The festival is done by a dance ritual, in which it tells the story of the Filipino people The word “Sinulog” means a graceful dance– a rhythmic and beautiful forward and backward motion that represents the “sulog” (or current).

    The Sinulog Festival has been going around for almost four centuries now. Its rich history dates back to old and truly reflects the humble beginnings of Cebu and the birth and growth of Christianity in Cebu and the Philippines.

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    Walk with Jesus (Photo by Chang Euldan / Sinulog Foundation, Inc. )
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    Photo by Chang Euldan / Sinulog Foundation, Inc.
    Basilica Minore del Santo Niño (Photo by Migs Rizarri)

    How long is it celebrated? What are the activities?

    The Sinulog Festival fever goes on just after New Year’s celebration and has become a month long tradition in Cebu. The most-awaited event is the  Sinulog Grand Parade which is in the culmination of the Festivity. Among the many other activities during the festivity are contests, as art exhibits, beauty pageants, photo contests, and singing and dancing contests. The street celebration is also something to look forward to. Participants may also join the festival’s activities, such as concerts, cultural shows, fireworks display, fun runs, and street fairs.

    [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?
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    What’s really the history of Sinulog? Why in Cebu?

    Historical accounts say that before Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan came to Cebu on April 7, 1521 to plant the cross on its shore and claim the country for the King of Spain, Sinulog was already danced by the natives in honor of their wooden idols and anitos. Then Magellan came and introduced Christianity. He gave the Santo Nino (image of the Child Jesus) as baptismal gift to Hara Amihan, wife of Cebu’s Rajah Humabon who was later named Queen Juana. At that time, not only the rulers were baptized but also about 800 of their subjects. Unfortunately, however, shortly after the conversion, Magellan went into a reckless adventure by fighting the reigning ruler of Mactan, Rajah Lapulapu, with only a handful of men. He died in the encounter. That was on April 27, 1521.

    The remnants of Magellan’s men were however able to return to Spain to report the incident and the possibility of conquest. It took 44 years before a new group came and started the formal Christianization of the islands. Miguel Lopez de Legaspi arrived in Cebu on April 28, 1565. His ships bombarded the village and in one of the burning huts, one of his soldiers named Juan Camus found inside a wooden box the image of the Santo Nino lying side by side with native idols.

    Historians now say that during the 44 years between the coming of Magellan and Legaspi, the natives continued to dance the Sinulog. This time however, they danced it no longer to worship their native idols but a sign of reverence to the Santo Nino which is now enshrined at the San Agustin Church ( renamed Basilica Minore del Santo Nino). Of course, through the years since 1521, the dance was a small ritual danced by a few in front of wooden idols or before the Santo Nino. In fact, at the Santo Nino Church where the image is consecrated, only the candle vendors could be seen dancing the Sinulog and making offerings. During the Santo Nino fiesta which falls on the third Sunday of January, children dressed moro-moro costumes also dance the Sinulog. This was really no big event for Cebu City.

    Read more of the history on its official website here: https://sinulog.ph/history-of-sinulog/

    The Sinulog Festival reflects how rich the history of Cebu is, how lively and kind its people are and how blessed in many aspects it is. The festivity became a way of sharing the Cebuano culture to the world.

    Viva Pit Senor!

    [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?
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    Travel Guide: Extreme adventure at Danasan Eco Adventure Park

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    One of the first things usually written in the bucket list of every millennial is “adventure”. I mean, who doesn’t love to go on an adventure? To travel and just be fearless to try every outdoor activity invented in the world, it’s really something that also satisfies our being. Cebu is not only rich in hospitable people, wonders of nature and beautiful tourist spots, but it can also offer you an experience that can make you shout your lungs out or even lose your soul for a little while.

    The Sugbo Ambassadors recently experienced Cebu in a whole new different view, at the newly renovated Danasan Eco Adventure Park in Danao City, Cebu. If you’re hungry for an adventure that can make you utter the words “Kuya, tama na, taas na kayo” [Hey, stop. It’s too high already!] and “Di ni nako kaya hadlok kaayo” [I can’t take it any longer, I’m too scared.] and yet still end up trying every single adventure ride. This is it. Leaving you with shaky knees, cold hands and feet, and a racing heart, it is an escape you surely want to try. Experience Danasan Eco Adventure Park and thank us later.

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    Here are the things you can start checking in your adventure bucket-list:

    ✔ ATV

    Don’t underestimate the ATVs. You got to make sure you have your strength and are ready to try the bumpiest road you will ever experience. Don’t enjoy the scenic view too much because you might forget to turn, and it would all be too late. It’s a 2-kilometer ride that goes on the inner part of the park compound and up beyond the hilly sides for 30 minutes.

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    ✔ SPEEDWAY

    Go-Kart, but unlike other go-karts, you can enjoy a longer trail. Your speed, your way. Just make sure you drive responsibly for your own safety. It has a 700-meter curve trail with 3 laps to bit.

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    ✔ ZIPLINE AND HORSEBACK RIDING

    Ziplining never gets old, and will always be a “classic” in any adventure park. The zipline is 440-meter long; but it’s not really just about the ride. You also get to witness Danasan’s beautiful, lush green mountain view.

    On the other side, a horse awaits to take you back. Since the zipline is only one-way, either you walk back to the tophill or experience the real horseback riding. For extremists, you can ask the guide to make the horses run!

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    ✔ SKY BIKE

    Another tingling experience you must try is the Sky Bike. It is a machine-operated ride in the air where you can enjoy and at the same time fear for what might happen to you given by your imagination – kidding! You can just put your hands in the air and feel the cold breeze. Still doesn’t excite you?

    Here’s the twist. Once you have reached to the other side, the only way back is to pedal and pedal and pedal. It’s not machine-operated anymore! Pretty sure your knees would shake and the strong wind would make it worse. More fun, rather.

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    ✔ SKY DROP – NEW!

    This is definitely the most exciting ride ever. Why? Imagine you are 120-feet high above the ground with only a harness and three-cables to support you. The slower you reach the top all the while enjoying the meadow of green fields and wave of clouds above, the faster the drop. Remember law of gravity?

    But before falling from the heavens, you will be suspended in mid-air 120-feet above the ground as you forcefully pull the rope (release) and sentence your life to a soul-losing ride. Just a tip, if you try this at night, you will get to see the city lights of Negros.

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    ✔ KAYAKING AND FISH FEEDING

    Surprisingly, this is one of our favorites. It’s somehow a breath of fresh air from all the extreme rides. Just paddling from one point to another in a calm lake, with the sun about to set, it will definitely give you chills and an amazing kind of relaxation. Very ideal for romantic dates, too. It would seem like a movie scene.

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    ✔ DANASAN WATERFALLS

    Going to the waterfalls is no joke. You will need to go through a super bumpy ride on a truck for about 30 minutes. I’m not exaggerating, it’s just how we experienced it. Then another 10-15-minute hike with the whole trail being too slippery. But trust me, it’s all worth it once you’ve reached to Danasan Waterfalls. You will also experience the three-level waterfalls where you can do Tyrolean and Rappelling.

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    Unfortunately, due to the bad weather, we were not able to experience some of the rides. There are just SO MANY to experience. But we will surely go back and try everything.

    TWIN TOWER (WALL CLIMBING 60-120-FT, HIGH CABLE TRAVERSE, 60ft RAPPEL)

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    ✔ ROPE COURSE

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    ✔ WAKE BOARDING

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    ✔ CAVING AND TREKKING

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    ✔ TYROLEAN AND RAPELLING

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    ✔ INFINITY POOL

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    ✔ KAWA BATH – NEW!

    After an adventure-filled day at Danasan Eco Adventure Park, relax and experience the indescribable thrill of being “cooked” with the Kawa Bath.

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    RATES AND OTHER INFORMATION

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     RESTAURANT MENU:

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    OTHER INFORMATION:

    • Booking/reservation office: 2/F Parkmall near Burrow (across Big Hotel / City Times Square)
    • Contact numbers: (0917) 301 3171 / (0922) 865 5779 / (032) 239 5654 / [email protected]
    • Social: Facebook page
    • Website: link
    • Accept walk-ins? Yes
    • Overnight use: 2PM check-in; 12NN the next day check-out
    • Corkage fee: NONE. Guests may bring food and drinks from outside.
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    HOW TO GET THERE?

    Danasan Eco Adventure Park is located in Brgy. Danasan, 6004, Danao City (approx. 1-2 hours away from the city).

    You have 2 options: (1) Avail Danasan’s transpo packages – see rates above or (2) Bring your own vehicle. If you opt for the second option, make sure to navigate with Waze or Google Maps. Just a tip, there’s a strong signal for Smart while weak signal for Globe.

    OFFICIAL Cebu Sinulog 2019 Schedule of Events & Activities

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    One beat. One dance. One vision. Welcome to one of the GRANDEST FESTIVALS in the Philippines — Cebu’s Sinulog Festival!

    [box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””] CEBU SINULOG 2019:
    1. Cebu Sinulog 2019 Schedule of Events & Activities
    2. Novena Mass Schedule for Cebu Sinulog 2019
    3. Sinulog 2019 Routes & Maps
    4. Sinulog 2019 Party Events
    5. Sinulog 2019 Fireworks Displays Sites & Dates
    6. Sinulog 2019 Fluvial Parade [/box]

    Cebu Sinulog Grand Parade is celebrated every 3rd Sunday of January — that is January 20, 2019 for the new year. At the center of it all is the full-day procession, specifically the vibrant parade and performances from participants all around the globe.

    Other attractions during the month-long celebration of Sinulog are street parties, week-long concerts and variety shows at Plaza Independencia and Fuente Osmeña Circle, the annual Sinulog Idol and Sugbuanong Musika, dance competition, and a lot more exciting activities held before and after the main event.

    Really, there’s a lot of activities during the grandest festival in the Queen City of the South. This is your ultimate guide Cebu Sinulog 2019.

    Pre-Sinulog Kick-off Activities

    • January 1-31, 2019 – Sinulog Street Fair at Osmeña Boulevard
    • January 1-21, 2019 – Sinulog Nightly Acitivies at Plaza Independencia & Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • January 9-19, 2019 – Balik Cebu Booth at Level 1, Ayala Center Cebu
    • January 9-20, 2019 – Sto. Niño Exhibit at Level 1, Ayala Center Cebu
    • January 13-20, 2019 – Fiesta at the Park 2019 at Cebu Business Park

    SINULOG WEEK ACTIVITIES

    January 10, 2019 (Thursday) – Walk with Jesus, Opening Salvo
    • 3:30AM – Assembly at Fuente Osmeña (Fuente Osmeña – Basilica Minore Del Santo Niño)
    • 4:00AM – Start of walk from Fuente Osmeña to Basilica Minore Del Santo Niño
    • 5:30AM – Installation of Hermano & Hermana Mayores 2019
    • 3:00PM – Sinulog Trade Fair at SM City Cebu by DTI
    • 7:00PM – GMA-7 / DYSS Variety Show at Plaza Independencia
    January 11, 2019 (Friday) – Sinulog 2019 Kick Off
    • 2:30PM – Solemn Mass at Basilica Del Santo Niño – Opening Salvo Sinulog 2019
    • 3:30PM – Assembly time for the Sinulog 2019 Launching Parade (Plaza Independencia to Cebu City Sports Center)
    • 5:00PM – Sinulog 2019 Grand Launching at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 7:00PM – Opening: Sugbuanong Musika at Fuente Osmeña Circle | Sinulog Idol Launching at Plaza Independencia
    • 8:30PM – PNP Combo @ Fuente Osmeña Circle
    January 12, 2019 (Saturday) – Sinulog sa Lalawigan
    • 1:00PM – Parade of Participants (Capitol Grounds to Cebu City Sports Center)
    • 2:00PM – Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Lalawigan at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 6:00PM – Cultural Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle by Department of Education – Cebu Province
    • 6:30PM – Variety Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Sugbuanong Musika Elimination at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Sinulog Idol Elimination Day 1 at Plaza Independencia
    • 8:30PM – Hiphop Dance Competition with Variety Show at Plaza Independencia
    January 13, 2019 (Sunday) – Sinulog sa Barangay
    • 10:00AM – Parade of Participants (Plaza Independencia to Cebu City Sports Center)
    • 1:00PM – Sinulog sa Barangay at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 6:00PM – Cultural Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle by UV & Mandaue City Science High School
    • 6:30PM – Variety Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Sugbuanong Musika Elimination at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Sinulog Idol Elimination Day 2 at Plaza Independencia
    • 8:30PM – PAL Night Concert at Plaza Independencia
    January 14, 2019 (Monday)
    • 6:00PM – Cultural Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle by USPF & CIT University
    • 6:30PM – Variety Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Sugbuanong Musika Elimination at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Sinulog Idol Elimination Day 3 at Plaza Independencia
    • 8:30PM – CCTN Night at Plaza Independencia
    January 15, 2019 (Tuesday)
    • 6:00PM – Cultural Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle by CTU Danao & USJR
    • 6:30PM – Variety Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Sugbuanong Musika Elimination at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Sinulog Idol Elimination Day 4 at Plaza Independencia
    January 16, 2019 (Wednesday)
    • 6:00PM – Cultural Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle by DepEd Cebu City & UC
    • 6:30PM – Variety Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Sinulog 2019 Festival Queen: Presentation of Candidates at SM Seaside City Cebu
    • 7:00PM – Sugbuanong Musika Elimination at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Sinulog Idol Elimination Day 4 at Plaza Independencia
    • 8:30PM – Cignal Night at Plaza Independencia
    January 17, 2019 (Thursday)
    • 5:00PM – Sinulog Festival Queen 2019: Runway Competition at SM City Cebu Northwing Atrium
    • 6:00PM – Balik Cebu Dinner at The Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu
    • 6:00PM – Cultural Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle by USC & SIT
    • 6:30PM – Variety Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Sinulog Idol 2019 Grand Finals at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 8:30PM – SMB Night at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 8:30PM – SKY Night at Plaza Independencia
    January 18, 2019 (Friday)
    • 4:00AM – Walk with Mary (Our Lady of Guadalupe Church – Fuente Osmeña – Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño)
    • 7:00AM – Translacion. Walk with Mary. Cebu City to National Shrine of St. Joseph Mandaue.
    • 4:00PM – Opening of Devotee City at Companya Maritima
    • 5:00PM – Sinulog 2019 Festival Queen Coronation Night at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 6:00PM – Cultural Show at Fuente Osmeña Circle by Mandaue City School for the Arts
    • 8:30PM – Coke Studio Night at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 8:30PM – SUN Night at Plaza Independencia
    January 19, 2019 (Saturday)
    • 2:00AM – Mass at National Shrine of St. Joseph
    • 3:00AM – Mandaue-Lapu-Lapu Traslacion
    • 6:00AM – Fluvial Procession of the Miraculous Image of the Santo Niño (NAVFORCEN Lapu-Lapu to Pier 1)
    • 9:00AM – Re-enactment of the Baptism of Queen Juana & Rajah Humabon at Basilica Del Santo Niño
    • 1:00PM – Solemn Procession of the Miraculous Image of the Santo Niño
    • 6:00PM – Wonju Dynamic Dancing Carnival (Korean Cultural Dance) at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 7:00PM – Battle of the Best Pyro Competition (Fireworks Display) at SM City Cebu
    • 8:30PM – Sugbuanong Musika Grand Finals at Fuente Osmeña Circle
    • 8:30PM – IPI Night at Plaza Independencia
    January 20, 2019 (Sunday) – Sinulog Grand Parade
    • 4:00AM – Mañanita Mass at Basilica Del Santo Niño
    • 6:00AM – Pontifical Mass at Basilica Del Santo Niño
    • 6:30AM – Holy Mass at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 9:00AM – Sinulog 2019 Grand Parade Kick Off at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 5:00PM – Sinulog 2019 Grand Finale at Cebu City Sports Center
    • 7:00PM – Wonju Dynamic Dancing Carnival (Korean Cultural Dance) at Plaza Independencia
    • 7:00PM – Pyro Musical Show (Fireworks Display) at SM City Cebu
    • 8:00PM – Extraordinary Pyro Magic in the Sky (Fireworks Display) at SM Seaside City Cebu
    • 9:00PM – Festival of Lights – Grand Fireworks Display at Cebu Business Park

    POST-SINULOG ACTIVITIES

    • January 21, 2019 (Monday) – Awarding Ceremonies, 1:00PM at Cebu City Sports Center
    • January 25, 2019 (Friday) – “HUBO Mass”, 4:00PM at Basilica Minore del Sto.Niño
    • January 28-29, 2019 – Judging Sinulog 2019 Short Film, Documentation and Music Video Contest
    • January 29, 2019 (Tuesday) – Judging Sinulog 2019 Photo Contest
    • February 2, 2019 (Saturday) – Awarding: Sinulog Photo Contest & Short Film Contest at SM Seaside City Cebu
    • February 2-11, 2019 – Photo Exhibit of Sinulog 2019 Winning Photos at SM Seaside City Cebu

    Where to buy Sinulog 2019 tickets?

    There are activities that will require you to purchase a ticket.

    Ticket Outlets
    • Online: https://sinulog.ph/shop/
    • Cebu City Sports Center
    • Ayala Center Cebu, Balik Cebu Booth, Level 1 (across Concierge Desk near Guess)
    • Robinsons Galleria Cebu, Concierge Desk, level 1
    • For inquiries or bulk reservations, please email [email protected] or call 0998-793-9018.
    [box type=”shadow” align=”” class=”” width=””] CEBU SINULOG 2019:
    1. Cebu Sinulog 2019 Schedule of Events & Activities
    2. Novena Mass Schedule for Cebu Sinulog 2019
    3. Sinulog 2019 Routes & Maps
    4. Sinulog 2019 Party Events
    5. Sinulog 2019 Fireworks Displays Sites & Dates
    6. Sinulog 2019 Fluvial Parade [/box]
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