A1 Reunion Concert Tour in CEBU this October 25, 2018

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September 6, 2018

The much-awaited reunion of well-loved 90s band A1 is finally happening!

This time, fans will surely be thrilled as Paul Marazzi joins his original band mates Ben Adams, Mark Read, and Christian Ingebrigtsen for the British-Norwegian band’s 20th Anniversary “Reunion” Tour 2018.

The A1 Reunion Concert Tour in Cebu will stage on October 25, 2018 at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino.

A1 had their first breakthrough in the UK in 1999 with a collection of hit singles from their debut album. They went on to have international Top 10 and number 1 hits like Caught in The Middle, Same Old Brand New You, their cover of the A-Ha classic Take On Me, Everytime, and Heaven by Your Side.

The band also achieved huge success in the UK, Europe and across Asia, including a Brit Award for ‘Best British Breakthrough Act’ in 2001. A1 has accumulated over 10 million record sales worldwide.

Originally a quartet, A1 enjoyed success from late 90s to early 2000s. The band has formed a bond that they decided to get together seven years after their split and represent Norway for “2010 Eurovision Song Contest” with Don’t Wanna Lose You Again.

In February 2012, A1 performed with Blue and Jeff Timmons of 98 Degrees in “The Greatest Hits Tour,” which took them to Singapore, Philippines and Indonesia. They loved their two-week stay and charity work here that they held a benefit show in November for the underprivileged kids of Cebu.

CONCERT DETAILS:

A1 Reunion Concert Tour in CEBU
October 25, 2018 (Thursday) @ 8PM
Pacific Grand Ballroom, Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino

TICKET PRICES:

VVIP – ₱4,500
VIP – ₱3,500
Gold – ₱2,500
Silver – ₱1,500
General Admission – ₱800

TICKET OUTLETS:

For reservations, call 0998-594-8581 (Arnel Aparis) / Facebook / Messenger
Waterfront Concert & Events Counter
SM Ticket Outlet (SM City Cebu)
Online: smtickets.com

Cebu Eats: Bukid Restobar, Affordable Mountain-Top Tambayan

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September 5, 2018

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Chill, drink and dine at the newest tambayan in Cebu City!

If you love to witness a 180-degree scenic view, escape the crowded city and breathe some fresh air, eat good yet affordable Filipino food, and have a good time, then the Bukid Restobar is definitely for you.

Located in the steep roads of Busay (going to Mountain View and Temple of Leah), Bukid Restobar is not the fancy type but promises a perfect venue for you and your friends to have a good time over good food and chill drinks.

Food & Drinks

Other information

Entrance fee: ₱30 per head (consumable with drinks)
Operating hours: 10AM to 2AM, Mondays to Sundays
Contact number: 0917 117 4457
Social: Facebook Page

Nearby Spots

Temple of Leah — 5 minutes away
Mountain View Nature’s Park — 10 minutes away
Lady of Light Garden Resort — 5-10 minutes away

How to get there?

Exact location: Landon Heights Roosevelt, Busay, Cebu City — few meters away from Temple of Leah and Mountain View Nature’s Park, and 15-20 minutes away from JY Square or city proper.

BY HABAL-HABAL: Ride a motorbike (max of 2 persons per bike), near or surrounding from JY Square Mall in Lahug. It would cost only ₱100 per head per way – ₱150 for 2 people. You may need to pay more and schedule ahead if you want a ride back from the city. Inform the driver to drop you off at Bukid Restobar (few meters away from Temple of Leah, or show him the map below).

BY TAXI/GRAB: T\Max of 4 persons only per car. Some drivers might be okay with it, some are not. Some might ask for more, so be understanding and negotiate well since the road is a bit steep. Estimated cost is ₱200-250 per way from the city (Ayala Center).

BY CAR: This is the best option, if you want to have peace of mind and not worry about your way back home. The road is concrete and well-maintained, but a bit steep so it’s safe to bring your own car. Parking space is also available. The restobar cannot be found yet on Waze or Google Maps, so you may set your destination to “Temple of Leah” instead and from there, follow the map image below.

Cebu Eats: 21 Kilometers Coffee with an amazing mountain view

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Ram Mancelita

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September 4, 2018

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Big breakfast meal, good coffee, great company, and a breathtaking view. Experience the “good life” in this new mountain-top café in Catipla 1, Tabunan, Cebu City.

Trending on social media lately, the 21 Kilometers Coffee promises a worthwhile visit in your uphill adventure (Busay-Balamban). It is a specialty coffee shop 25 Kilometers or 35 minutes away from city center of Cebu serving coffee and pastries with passion. It is also the perfect place for your next Instagram photo.

21 Kilometers Coffee Cebu — Kim-Kim Noel

21 Kilometers Coffee Cebu (3) — Mary Rose Villarmia

Other information

Operating hours: 7AM to 7PM, Wednesdays to Mondays (Closed on Tuesdays only)
Contact number: 0999 923 5477
Social: Facebook Page

How to get there?

Exact location: Sitio Cantipla 1, Brgy. Tabunan, Cebu City – approx. 1 hour away from the city. It is located along the highway going to Balamban, near Cantipla Integrated School.

BY VAN: From the Ayala Center Cebu PUV Terminal, take a v-hire going to Balamban. Tell the driver to drop you off at 21 Kilometers Coffee in Cantipla. Van fare is ₱120 per head (one-way).

BY CAR: If you’re bringing your own vehicle, just pin your location to “21 Kilometers Coffee”. Hailing a cab or Grab is not possible, unless you rent a car.

Nearby spots

Ka-Tilong Sunflower Farm — 5 minutes away
Strawberry de Cantipla Eco Farm — 10-15 minutes away

Cebu Happy World Museum: 3D Paintings & Optical Illusion Exhibits

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Ram Mancelita

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September 3, 2018

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Your imagination is the limit!

Looking for something different to do in your next laag? This is the perfect and unique place where you can take photos with an array of 3D paintings & optical illusion exhibits. Be amazed and ready your best poses with the 85 visually stunning artworks at Cebu Happy World Museum Miracle Art in Cordova, Northern Cebu.

The museum wants the locals to experience this extraordinary activities without spending much to fly other country just to explore and experience it, and to also educate people specially the young ones, the wonders of three-dimensional pictures.

The 85 artworks are divided into six (6) sections. (The pictures below are just some of the photos per category, as we don’t want to spoil you.)

1. World Famous Art Section

Cebu Happy World Museum - Famous Art (2)

Cebu Happy World Museum - Famous Art (4)

2. Religious Beliefs Section

3. Ocean Section

4. Jurassic Animal Section

5. Philippine Pride Section

6. The Ending Section

Rates & Other Information

Rates

Adult: ₱350 per head (19 y/o & above)
Child: ₱250 per head (4 to 18 y/o)
0-3 y/o: FREE
Senior Citizen & PWD: ₱250 per head

Other information:

Operating hours: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Mondays to Sundays
Contact numbers: (032) 236-3261 / 0916-457-4234 / 0917-779-5233
Social: Facebook Page
Email: [email protected]

How to get there?

Exact location: Lot 2-A-3 Brgy. Gabi, Cordova, Cebu — 1.5-2 hours away from the city.

BY V-HIRE: From the SM V-Hire terminal, ride any van bound for Cordova. Inform the driver to drop you off at the v-hire terminal in Cordova. Fare is ₱40-50. From there, take a tricycle going to the Cebu Happy World Museum.

BY GRAB/TAXI: Just pin your location to “Cebu Happy World Museum” in Cordova. If the driver is unfamiliar, tell him to go to the Cordova Municipal Hall and turn left at the intersection close to the municipal hall. The museum should be at the left side of the road. Estimated fare is ₱250-350 if from the city.

BY CAR: Using Waze or Google Maps, set your destination to “Cebu Happy World Museum” in Cordova. Ample parking space is available.

Dine, shop and travel like a VIP with Visa’s Epic Experiences

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Ram Mancelita

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September 2, 2018

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You are in for a treat as VISA introduces more and more merchants and initiatives with Epic Experiences by Visa! Enjoy great deals at your favorite restaurants, shops and destinations around the Philippines with your Visa Card.

All Visa cardholders, including tourists from all over the world, can easily discover unforgettable trips and gastronomic experiences by presenting their VISA card at over 60 choice establishments nationwide.

This includes irresistible discounts discounts for top restaurants such as Enye be Chele Gonzales at Crimson Resort and Spa, Tin Gow and Uno. Adding to the list this year are the sought-after restaurants such as Urban Table at Radisson Blu Cebu, Antonio’s, Chef Jessie’s Group of Restaurants, Pablo Bistro, Samba, Epilogue, and many others!

Not only that! VISA Epic Experiences also includes travel offers such as 60% OFF published room rates at Crimson Resort & Spa Mactan, and 25% discount OFF published room rates at Anya Resort Tagaytay.

Plus, Visa cardholders can avail of an additional discount at select participating establishments when they show an ad or any proof of offer from any media platform.

Exclusive offers also await Visa Platinum, Visa Signature and Visa Infinite cardholders at select participating establishments.

For the full list of offers, please visit www.visa.com.ph/epic.

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility

The Promotion is open to all principal and supplementary holders of Visa Credit, Debit, Prepaid and Commercial cards issued in the Philippines and abroad (“Cards”) (“Cardholders”).

Promotion Mechanics and Conditions

The Promotion commences on March 16, 2018 and ends on March 15, 2019 (“Promotion Period”). All transactions must be made within the Promotion Period to avail of the Promotion.
To avail of the offer/s, Visa cardholder needs to settle his/her bill using his/her Visa card.
Offers/freebies are not convertible to cash.
Merchant has restrictions on the use of the promotional offers, please refer to the website for the details.
A principal Card account is treated separately from the supplementary Card account. Transactions for the principal account will be considered separate from transactions of the supplementary account and vice versa.
This promotion cannot be used in conjunction with any other merchant promotion and discount.

Ben & Ben and Reese Lansangan, LIVE in Cebu on October 14

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Ram Mancelita

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September 1, 2018

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For the first time, fast-rising folk-pop Ben & Ben and Reese Lansangan will stage their first concert in Cebu on October 14, 2018 at The Tent at Mandani Bay, Mandaue City, Cebu. Cebuanos will surely enjoy feel-good live music from the country’s fast-rising folk-pop band, together with guests Raphiel Shannon, Mandaue Nights, and Mojo Nova.

Ben&Ben (formerly The Benjamins) is a fast-rising folk-pop band formed in 2015 by twin Filipino singer-songwriters, Paolo and Miguel Guico. “Ride Home”, their first single, debuted at number 1 in Spotify’s Philippines Viral 50 Chart for a week. This was soon followed by their next single, “Leaves”, hitting number 3 on Philippines Viral 50, and 14 on the Global Viral 50 chart.

They first gained attention at the Philippine Popular Music Festival (PhilPop) 2016, the most prestigious songwriting competition in the country, for their composition, “Tinatangi”. Their song won 2nd runner up and Best Music Video among thousands of entries.

Ben & Ben’s “Maybe The Night” captured thousands of hearts after it became the official soundtrack of Filipino film Exes Baggage.

The concert is brought to you by Razzmatazz Studios.

Here’s everything you need to know about the concert: