Has your everyday routine drained all the colors in your life? Does the world feel monotonous and grey right now? Are you looking for some color to ease up your mind? The Color Museum Cebu is now open for you!
Let your eyes rest and enjoy as you waltz at the Color Museum. Watch as the vibrant colors of the various designs and decors pop out.
The museum will surely make you feel as if you’re in a kaleidoscopic world. Get your phones up and ready because the place is so fabulous, it’s the perfect place for a colorful feed on your Instagram!
Photos by Maria Altheia Casiño
Share the wondrous experience on how the colors resound into your soul. After all, colors are the candies of our eyes, so make sure to feed them some sweetness!
While you stroll around the colorful scene inside the museum don’t forget to tag along some of your friends. It is better to share the blessing alongside company. Friends and family are what makes the world colorful too, you know. So go and see them all at SM Seaside City Cebu!
Rates & Other Information
Promo Rate:
Adult: ₱180 per head
Kid, Student, PWD: ₱100 per head
Kids 90cm and below: Free
Promo rates valid until August 31, 2019 only.
Regular Rates:
Adult: ₱250 per head
Kid, Student, PWD: ₱150 per head
Kids 90cm and below: Free
Other Information
Operating hours: 10AM to 9PM on weekdays | 10AM to 10PM on weekends
Location: 2/F Cube Wing (near Sizzling City and Double Ma Tea) at SM Seaside City, Cebu City
Also check out: Virtual World Cebu
Virtual World Cebu at the SM Seaside City Cebu is the ultimate virtual park in Cebu offers more than five Virtual reality (VR) gaming attractions. To learn more, read our feature here: https://sugbo.ph/2019/virtual-world-cebu/
How to get there?
Exact location: 2/F Seaview Wing (near Sizzling City and Double Ma Tea) at SM Seaside City, Cebu City.
BY MYBUS: You can take a FREE MyBus ride from/to BDO Fuente Osmena. Or ride any MyBus from SM City Cebu, Talisay, Mandaue City, Parkmall. Check the routes & schedules here: https://sugbo.ph/2016/cebu-mybus-guide/
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “SM Seaside City Cebu”. Parking space is free.
Need to unwind but having a hard
time picking the right place?
Alcoy has one of the finest beaches and peaceful landscapes in Cebu. As prestigious as the province of Alcoy sounds when speaking of beaches, there lies a hidden treasure just along the roads of Daanglungsod, Alcoy, Cebu — the Voda Krasna Beach Resort.
It has been maintaining its
legacy for years. It is renowned for its hospitable staff, the unimaginably no
entrance fee structure, and affordable room rates.
You can enjoy every bit of the
moment without worrying for the expense.
Rates & Other Information
DAY USE RATES
Entrance fee: None
Cottage: ₱1,700 per day, ₱2,500 per night (up to 10pax)
Tables and chairs: ₱300 per day, ₱600 per day (up to 4pax)
Tent Rents: ₱600 per day (up to 4pax)
Own Tent: ₱300 per day
ROOM RATES:
Villa 1 (Two twin bed): ₱6,000 per night, good for 4pax, max of 4 extra pax
Villa 2 (One king sized bed): ₱5,000 per night, good for 2pax, max of 2 extra pax
Ruby Room (Queen sized bed): ₱6,000 per night, good for 2pax
Exact location: Voda Krasna, Daanglungsod, Alcoy, Cebu– 2-3 hrs
away from Cebu City
BY BUS: From the South Bus Terminal, ride any bus going to Alcoy.
Tell the driver to drop you off at the Voda Krasna, Daanglungsod, Alcoy. It is
just along the high way. Bus fare is ₱150 (one-way).
BY CAR: If you’re driving your own car, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and pin your location to “Voda Krasna, Daanglungsod, Alcoy.” Parking space is available.
If you are already fed up with luxurious hotels and condominiums in the busy city streets, try this eco-staycation among the heights of Moalboal, Tongo Hill Cottages which features its natural field of landscape cuddled among its rich palm trees.
Bamboo crafts
have never been this elegant and innovative as each cottage is exclusively
fabricated with terrace, open-air shower room with free Wi-Fi services and is
lifted fronting upon the highest peak of Cebu.
Tongo
Hill Cottages, Moalboal,
Cebu stipulates your childlike interests in outdoor activities such as:
playing volleyball
horseback riding
canyoneering in clear
water falls
running along the peaceful
harbor
Rates & Other Information
RATES:
Standard Room: ₱1,960 per night (good for 2 pax w/ breakfast)
Island Hopping: ₱2,500 per boat (good for 4pax)
With life vest and snorkeling gears
Without food package
If less than 4pax, arrangements must be made at Moalboal Municipality only
Exact location: Tongo Hill, Moalboal, Southern Cebu — 2-3 hours away from the city.
BY BUS: From South Bus Terminal, ride a bus bound for Moalboal via Barili or Badian. Then ask to be dropped off at Moalboal Public Market. Bus fare is around ₱110 per head (one-way). From there, ride a habal-habal going to Tongo Hills Cottages. Fare is ₱30-50 per head (one-way).
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps, and search for “Tongo Hills Cottages” in Moalboal. Parking space is available.
NEARBY
ATTRACTIONS:
Pescador
Island
Kawasan
Falls
Lambug
Public Beach
Archery-Asia
Osmeña
Peak
Naomi’s
Bottle Museum
Basdaku
Beach
So whether you feel
like moving or doing nothing, the ideal place to go is nowhere but the top.
With the exclusivity of rooms to activities, the Tongo Hill Cottages gives you
the experience of a green and cozy space above the hectic city life.
While the town
of Argao is very famous for its Spanish culture and heritage, its local
delicacies such as the tasty peanut browas and many wonderful sights, a gem
quietly sits within the town.
Liki Cold Spring is considered as one of the oldest cold springs in Cebu. In fact, it is declared as one of the tourist destinations in the Municipality of Argao. The spring is called Liki mainly because the water comes from a crack in the rock, where the word “liki” roughly translates to “crack” in English.
Cold springs are
always a wonder not just during the summer and the Liki Cold Spring is
definitely one of the best local springs here in Cebu.
What makes it so
captivating is its exclusivity and also, it is not commercialized. Meaning, the
place is not really that well known to tourists. It is perfect for those who
wish to take a quick dip in a very serene and quiet natural cold spring.
Due to it being
a natural resource, the locals make the spring as a source of their drinking
water. Moreover, the Liki Spring is considered a jump-off point for treks going
to Tiposo Peak.
Other Information
Entrance Fee: None
Corkage: None, but STRICTLY Clean As You Go
How to get there?
Exact location: Brgy. Taloot, Argao, Cebu — 2-3 hours away from the city.
BY BUS: From the South Bus Terminal, ride a bus going to Argao. Disembark at the town proper. Bus fare is around ₱100 per head (one-way). From there, ride a habal-habal or a tricycle going to Brgy. Taloot where the Liki Spring is. Fare is ₱40 per head (one-way).
BY CAR: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and search for “Liki Argao”. Park at the Brgy. Taloot gym, the nearest registered place in the spring and upon arrival. You can ask around to the locals for further directions.
It is true that the Liki Cold Spring is one of the most amazing natural resource in Cebu and like most natural wonders, it is up to us whether it would be preserved or not. Upon visiting, tourists should preserve the place by keeping it the same way as they arrived there.
One of the most critical components of one’s well-being is health. It is
now a must, to fit health and fitness into our budget.
Yes, getting fit and in shape can be a pricey venture and we want to spend our hard-earned money to things that are sure to have the best outcome. Lucky for us Cebuanos, we need not fret as the newest high-intensity training program is now in Cebu — the world-renowned F45 Training.
A few weeks ago, the F45 training studio officially opened its first branch in Cebu Business Park. And as legends that they are, they offered a two-week trial pass to anyone who wanted to experience the intense workout.
All that’s needed to be done is download the ‘F45 glofox’ app and start booking classes. Obviously, I got thrilled and motivated that I immediately downloaded the application and tried out the classes myself. For those who wish to know more about this high-intensity branded fitness program, click here: https://sugbo.ph/2019/f45-training-cebu/
I realized that this training program can truly change your life because the longer you keep up with the intense workout, the sooner you’ll see the difference.
It really is an effective way to get fit as
it’s a combination of core training, cardiovascular exercises, and
weightlifting. Don’t worry if you have never tried lifting weights before, a
lot of the enrollees are beginners themselves.
As a matter of
fact, one thing we sincerely love about F45 is that you get to train in a very
supportive and helpful environment. Plus, the coaches certainly take the time
to get to know you and keep you motivated and there’s a lot of them unlike the
usual gyms– very engaged indeed.
F45 Classes
And as for the classes, they offered Hollywood, Athletica and Romans classes during the free trial period – one class lasts for approximately 45 minutes. We executed various exercises during each class in a timed-way; each are performed for 35 seconds, followed by a 20-second rest and then repeat for 2 to 3 sets. After all the courses are executed, we are given a water break for only a minute and then straight back in for another round.
Sounds intense? But need not to worry, with
the amount of support and encouragement from the F45 team, you always stay
motivated to achieving your fitness goals!
So, if you’re still wondering whether you should try F45 or not, then, our response would definitely be, “YES! You certainly should.”
F45 App
Download the F45 Glofox to easily manage your fitness experience – anytime, anywhere.
The app will allow you to easily find and seamlessly book F45 services with just two taps. It will also provide you with the latest details on services and products as well as notifications about F45 news and updates.
Get the most from the app by creating your own personal profile!
How to become a member?
Simply reach out to them through the following channels:
Location: Tech Tower in Cebu Business Park (behind CIC)
Want to do or go something new in your next visit in southern Cebu? Now you can literally escape from the noise of the city and be “alone” with nature — in the middle of the sea.
Badian is a known go-to tourist destination in the south for beach getaways in Lambug White Beach or canyoneering at the world-famous Kawasan Falls. Adding to this list is an interesting, new attraction that will make you come back for more — the Dapdap’s Floating Cottages in Badian Bay.
There are three (3) floating cottages available — one can accommodate up to 50 persons at a time, the other two can cater up to 30 persons each. The best part is, it’s very affordable – priced at ₱100 per person, inclusive of entrance fee and life vest.
Entrance fee: ₱100 per head
– Inclusions: Life vest, boat ride from/to mainland and floating cottage
– For safety purposes, 5 y/o and below are NOT allowed.
Environmental fee: FREE
Other information:
Walk-ins are allowed.
Allowed to bring food? Yes. No corkage fee. But STRICTLY clean as you go.
Exact location: Sitio Dapdap, Brgy. Bugas, Badian, Southern Cebu — 3-4 hours away from the city.
BY BUS: From the South Bus Terminal, take a bus bound for Badian or Oslob. Inform the driver to drop you off at Sitio Dapdap’s waiting shed near the boundary of Badian and Moalboal. Bus fare is ₱150 (one-way, aircon bus).
BY CAR: If you’re bringing your own car, just navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Dapdap Floating Cottages” in Badian. Parking space is available.
BY VAN RENTAL: For a hassle-free trip and van rentals, you may book through our trusted travel partner – SquadPH Tours and Travels.
Where to stay in Lambug Badian?
Lambug Beach Homestay
0916 762 0044
Starts at 500 PHP
Grab the opportunity to be transported to a whole other season as you step into the Snow World in Minglanilla, southern Cebu. It’s the first and only winter theme park in Visayas and Mindanao.
It’s a world we’ve never seen and
experienced, a wonder to behold. So how about we take a tour.
Thick clothes, winter jacket,
gloves, ear muffs, scarf, socks and whatever you can put your hands on, wear
it. This will be your armor, for that cold is no joke.
A
winter wonderland
Being surrounded by gigantic ice sculptures carved so beautifully will leave you in awe. The lights, the fog, and cold seeping in your clothes will make you forget how it feels in the outside world.
You can actually experience the fun in winter just by entering that door. The laughter and excitement that can be heard all over the place will make you giddy, too. You can even play snow ball fight with your friends and family there.
Well, simply imagine that Jack Frost is in the house and are allowing us to have that much needed fun.
The Ice Slide
The main part is that magnificent ice slide that everyone is falling in line to. Its size can accommodate to at most six people sliding at the same time. So if you’re too scared to do it alone, then bring along the whole gang.
I recommend to make this the last stop since landing on all those crushed ice that goes into your socks and some even in your clothes will make you run for the exit in no time.
Picture Stations
There are a lot of corners in Snow World to have those pictures but here are some new Instagrammable ones.
New finds
at SNOW WORLD CEBU:
Fire place
Wine cellar
Library
Kitchen
Master bedroom
Dining table
Reminding everyone to keep warm while inside
by ordering hot coffee and chocolate at the ice bar. We would also advise you
to huddle up with your loved ones as much as possible to share body heat and
happiness.
Outdoor Playground for the Kids
Friendly Reminders
Any kinds of camera, video camera and mobile phone as camera are NOT allowed to use inside Snow World. There are in-house photographers who can take your photos for ₱200 per printed photo (with soft copy or online access at online-mypictures.com.ph.
Not advisable for the guests who have hypertension, asthma, pneumonia, cold, fever & flu, heart problem, previous operations in the bones (minor and major), with Claustrophobia and pregnant women.
Wearing of sandals, slippers, and/or high heels are NOT allowed inside Snow World. However shoe rental is available.
Only children of 3 years old and above are allowed to enter Snow World.
Guests who are 4 feet tall and above only, are allowed to do the ice slide. Below 4 feet must be accompanied by parents or guardians.
Rates & Other Information
PROMO ALERT
Christmas BIG SURPRISE Promo Rates until January 10, 2021.
Snow World Ticket: ₱200
Snow World Ticket Upgrade (with Anjo World – Day Adventure Pass): Additional ₱150
Snow World Access Only
Entrance fee: ₱350 per head (both adults and kids) – Unlimited entry on that day – NO time limit inside
Operating hours: – Mondays to Fridays: 2PM to 10PM – Saturdays & Sundays: 12PM to 10PM
Anjo World Theme Park + Snow World
₱450 /head on Weekdays (Mon-Fri) for both adults and kids
₱550 /head on Weekends (Sat-Sun) for both adults and kids
Unlimited rides and entry on that day
No time limit
Add ₱200 only to include Snow World
Snow World is located inside Anjo World Theme Park in Minglanilla, Cebu. To learn more about Anjo World, read our story here.
Exact location: Snow World Cebu is located inside Belmont One’s Anjo World
Theme Park 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.
Planning group outings will always be a hassle and very stressful. From nudging your “gor” friends into going, planning what food should be eaten and matching your next “Instagrammable” OOTD, choosing the right location should make the hassle and stress all worth it, and the Summer House Beach Resort in Sogod is definitely the perfect place.
The Summer House Beach Resort is basically made for group outings where you can rent the entire house exclusive for you and your friends. The beach house has it all — from the cozy bedrooms and a cute cabin house, to the free Wi-Fi and unlimited videoke usage.
Sogod proudly boasts its picture-perfect beaches, and the Summer House has a wide and exclusive access to the beach. They also have a playground that the kids and kids-at-heart will surely love.
The backyard facing the sea would surely awe everyone come sunset or sunrise. Added with a bon fire surrounded with wonderful seats, “Maoy” talks under the starry night calls for that barkada’s ultimate get-together session.
ACCOMMODATION
– 1 Main House and 1 Cabin House – 5 air-conditioned bedrooms with Toilet and bath on each room – Kitchen with Gas Stove, Ref, Rice Cooker, plates, utensils, etc. – Dining Tables with Chairs – Living area with 30″ Flat screen Cable TV, DVD Player – terraces on the 2nd floor with great view of the sea – Bed Capacity is 16-20 persons – Cushioned Mattresses are available to parties of more than 15 persons
FREEBIES:
– Free and unlimited use of Videoke Machine – Free mineral drinking water for the duration of your stay – Free use of bedroom linens, blankets, pillows, etc. (No towels) – No Corkage Fees for the food you bring in – Free use of kitchen for you to cook your favorite dishes – Kids 7 years old and below are free
SWIMMING POOL:
– 8m x10m swimming pool with jet spa and waterfalls. – pool depth is 3 feet at the sides and gradually deepening to 5 feet in the middle portion – Baby/Toddler Pool Portion with 1 foot depth. – Poolside Gazebo and Bar with Videoke Machine, Wine Racks, and outdoor furniture.
– Almost 1,000 square meters of free space for any event like parties, reunions, corporate events, Team Buildings, Retreat seminars, etc. – Soon to rise Multi Purpose Hall for company seminars or family reunions
So, what are you waiting for? Tell the rest of
the gang and plan your next chill-out and unwinding session here at the Summer
House in Sogod!
Rates & Other Information
Rates:
Weekdays (Mondays to Thursdays): ₱10,000 per night, good for 15 persons or less
₱12,000 during peak seasons (month of April, May and December).
Weekends and Holidays: ₱12,000 per night, good for 15 persons or less
₱15,000 during peak seasons (month of April, May and December).
Additional payment of ₱300/pax if the group exceeds 15, which is the maximum for the fixed rates
Exact location: KM 58, Brgy. Bawo, Sogod, Northern Cebu — 1.5 to 2 hours away from the city.
BY BUS: From the North Bus Terminal in Mandaue City, ride a bus bound for Sogod. Inform the driver or the conductor to drop you off at the Summer House Resort. Fare is approx. ₱60 per head (one-way).
BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and search for “The Summer House Sogod”. Parking space is available.
Stressed? Depressed? Bored? Or just itching for another crazy adventure?
It is that time of the year again, I know. The time to have a break, leave everything behind and experience nature and life that only the ocean can give. Nalusuan Island in Olango Reef, Cordova Mactan, Cebu is both a breather for the soul and perfect for a marine adventure.
The island with its long sand bar is a sanctuary to all the sea creatures and to the nature lovers. You can literally reach at arm’s length the abundance of marine life. The fishes that you have only seen in your plates in their natural habitat. It feels like you are a part of the sea, the island and the life under water.
The adventure starts as soon as you ride the boat to the island, the challenging waves, the strong winds and the taste of the ocean. They offer a lot of fun things like snorkeling, kayaking, parasailing, scuba diving, and so much more!
The cottages are built right above the sea with breathtaking views. Imagine, waking up to the refreshing breeze of the sea while feeding the fish just right below the balcony.
SEAFOOD OVERLOAD
What is a trip to an island without the much craved island food. Some of these are crabs, barbecued squids, and the all-time favorite seafood pansit. Freshly caught from the sea, the fish and other seafood have this sweetness and sea flavor giving your stomach the escape from the processed foods in the city.
For thoe healthy junkies, there are also vegetable salads, vegetable dishes, fruits like mango with bagoong and the kitchen’s pride, the “fried potatoes glazed with sweet syrup”.
Don’t worry meat lovers, they also serve meat like adobo and barbecue and of course fried chicken.
The Sugbo Ambassadors enjoying a sumptuous lunch buffet at Nalusuan Island.
Rates & Other Information
ROOMS
Stilt Rooms: ₱3,500 per night; good for 2 (Extra person: ₱1,000/night w/ breakfast)
Deluxe Rooms: ₱4,500 per night; good for 2 (Extra person: ₱750/night w/ breakfast)
Family Room: ₱6,500 per night; good for 6 (Extra person: ₱750/night w/ breakfast)
* Rates are inclusive of breakfast. Electricity (genset) starts 6pm-8am.
Apart from its beautiful natural attractions from pristine white beaches to majestic waterfalls and awesome mountain views, Cebu is also a home of many “man-made” gorgeous resorts yet flaunting scenic views of nature.
One of the new resorts in Southern Cebu that really caught our attention is the Varlina’s Home – a private resort in Argao, Cebu that offers comfort, unforgettable mountain pool experience yet also gives you and your family, friends or colleagues a privacy to relax and unwind.
Varlina’s Home Resort is a also a perfect venue for private gatherings and outings such as team buildings, team outings, family reunions, birthday parties, wedding ceremonies, and other special occasions.
The resort can accommodate up to 30 guests, with nine (9) available bedrooms.
Leonemae Estrelloso
Leonemae Estrelloso
Leonemae Estrelloso
Rates & Other Information
DAY USE:
Day use hours: 2PM to 9PM only
Entrance fee: ₱100 per adult; ₱50 per kid (below 10 y/o)
Kiosk/Cottage: ₱300 per day
Walk-ins are NOT allowed. Day use is subject for availability. Please make sure to call the resort for reservations.
OVERNIGHT USE:
Non Air-conditioned Rooms w/ poolside view: ₱900 per night, good for 2pax
Air-conditioned Rooms w/ mountain view: ₱1,800 per night, good for 2
Barkada Room: ₱3,800 per night, good for 6pax
Check-in: 2PM / Check-out: 10AM the next day
The resort has 9 available rooms. Additional person & extra mattress is P150 per person.
EXCLUSIVE BOOKINGS:
OPTION 1: – ₱14,000 Package Rate – Maximum of 20 persons – 7 Rooms (3 Ac & 4 Non Ac)
OPTION 2: – ₱19,000 Package Rate – Up to 30 persons – 9 Rooms (3 Ac, 4 Non Ac & 2 Barkada Rooms bunk beds)
Inclusions:
Use of Pool
Volleyball Court/Basketball Court
Children’s Playground
Free use of Kitchen
Free use of Clubhouse with Karaoke
Wifi access
Optional:
-Game Area (Billiards,Table Tennis at hourly rate)
Operating days: Tuesdays to Sundays. They are CLOSED ON MONDAYS.
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: 1:30PM to 8PM
Pool use: Pool is open until 10PM.
Overnight use: 2PM check-in; 11AM the next day check-out
Corkage fee: NONE. Guests may bring food and drinks from outside.
Exact location: Brgy. Gutlang, Argao, Southern Cebu — 2-3 hours away from the city.
The best way to get there is to drive your own vehicle or rent a van. The resort can be navigated via Waze or Google Maps, just search for “Varlina’s Home” in Argao, Cebu.
The resort also offers van transfer services good for 12-13 pax: • Option 1: Taloot Argao – Varlinas – Taloot Argao – P750 for the whole group • Option 2: Lindogon Simala – Varlinas – Lindogon Simala – P1,000 for the whole group • Option 3: Poblacion Sibonga – Varlinas – Poblacion Sibonga – P1,250 for the whole group
