Radisson Blu
Cebu beckons all foodies to embark on a gastronomic adventure with an
interactive culinary masterclass at Feria.
On
Wednesday, 22 January 2020, the deluxe hotel’s all-day dining restaurant hosted
its first cooking course on the art of Italian style pasta.
The two-hour
workshop headed by Executive Chef Nick Riemsdijk emphasized the process of creating
fresh, handmade pasta and demonstrated the classic preparations for pappardelle
and ravioli with homemade sauces to flavorfully complement each noodle
creation.
Experience it yourself this February 12!
Registration is now open for the next cooking session where participants will learn to prepare a three-course menu on Wednesday, 12 February 2020.
This Dine
and Learn special is offered at PHP 1,800 net per person and inclusive of lunch
buffet with free-flowing drinks, ingredients, recipe cards and cooking apron.
For inquiries and table reservations, please call (032) 402 9900 or email [email protected].
“Crystal clear waters, powdery sand, striking view of the skyline, rolling waves” – If you’re also thinking of the paradise-like Boracay, then I guess we’re on the same wavelength.
Boracay is one of the country’s top tourist destination. However, if the
expense is what’s stopping you from making your dream vacation intro reality,
then worry no more, because Cebu got your backs!
Cebu totally did not earn the title of “The Queen City of the South” for
nothing, this city is known to have a number of beautiful white sand beaches
comparable to the famous Boracay.
To help you achieve your dream vacation, here’s a list of the top
blinding-white beaches in Cebu:
1. Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island
Location: Northern part of Cebu — 3-4 hours away from Mactan Airport + 1 hour sea travel.
It cannot be denied that this island is one of Cebu’s sweet and untouched treasures! Surrounded by crystal-clear waters, very fine sand, abundant sea, Bantayan has been a go-to tourist attraction for years now.
Buses that will bring you to Bantayan Island are found at the North Bus Terminal. Take the bus going to Hagnaya. Travel time is approximately 3 hours. From Hagnaya take the Express Ferry Boat to Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island. Travel time is approximately 1-hour ride to Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island. A Ro-Ro vessel from Hagnaya to Santa Fe is also available.
FARE
• Bus – P175 per way / P350 roundtrip (20% discount for students, present School ID) • Ferry & Terminal Fee – P185 + 10 per way / P390 roundtrip
SCHEDULE
CEBU TO BANTAYAN (3.5-4 hours bus, 1 hour ferry)
Trip
Bus Departure (Cebu City to Hagnaya)
Ferry Departure (Hagnaya to Sta. Fe)
1st Trip
10:45 PM
3:00 AM
2nd Trip
12:15 AM
5:00 AM
3rd Trip
2:00 AM
6:30 AM
4th Trip
5:00 AM
9:30 AM
5th Trip
6:00 AM
11:30 AM
6th Trip
8:00 AM
1:30 PM
7th Trip
10:00 AM
3:30 PM
LAST Trip
12:20 PM
5:30 PM
BANTAYAN TO CEBU (1 hour ferry, 3.5-4 hours bus)
Trip
Ferry Departure (Sta. Fe to Hagnaya)
Bus Departure (Hagnaya to Cebu City)
1st Trip
5:00 AM
6:00 AM
2nd Trip
7:30 AM
8:30 AM
3rd Trip
9:30 AM
10:30 AM
4th Trip
11:30 AM
12:30 PM
5th Trip
1:30 PM
2:30 PM
6th Trip
3:30 PM
4:30 PM
LAST Trip
5:30 PM
6:30 PM
2. Carnaza Island
Location: Northern part of Cebu — 3-4 hours away from Mactan Airport + 1.5 hour sea travel.
Carnaza Island was just recently discovered because of its distance and
accessibility. However, these did not stop the tourists from visiting this natural
paradise.
Being hailed as the “Lost horizon of the South”, Camotes Island continues to stand out because of its well-known lakes and caves, beautiful waterfalls, pristine beaches and other natural attractions that will surely make your visit worthwhile.
Note: Bring extra cash since there are no available ATM machines on the island.
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4. Malapascua Island
This island is famous for its blinding-white beach, jaw-dropping marine life and coral reefs, and world-class diving spots where divers get the chance to swim with thresher sharks. Malapascua Island is undeniably a perfect place to experience the beauty of natural attractions.
Note: Bring extra cash since there are no available ATM machines on the island.
5. Caubian Island
Located in Mactan, Lapu-Lapu City – this island is an hour and a half travel by a motorized boat from Angasil port. This stunningly white beach is composed of two islets: Caubian Gamay and Caubian Dako – the distance between the two is only a 5-minute boat ride when its high tide. However, during low tide, tourists can just walk from one islet to another.
What better way to listen to
one’s profession of love to someone than in front of a huge crowd? Profess
about your love on a concert stage in front of your fans.
They say that more than just jamming to the music during the Plus63 Music & Arts Festival last February 2, 2020, there also has to be spices for the mood to be perfect.
Here are the five (5) happenings during the festival you’ll surely love, especially because Valentine’s Day is coming. What a treat!
1. OUT OF 7,107 ISLANDS, PAUL OF LANY SAID HIS MOST FAVORITE IS CEBU
This made everyone in the venue so ecstatic. They have shared their appreciation and love to LANY much more after those words were uttered. I mean, who doesn’t want to listen to your favorite artist professing his love for your hometown? No one.
2. FIREWORKS WERE LIT IN TIME FOR ‘I LOVE YOU SO BAD’
The concert-goers were so vocal
about how the fireworks being lit during the chorus of ‘I Love You So Bad’ made
the whole experience even more worth it. Oh Lany, we truly love you so bad!
3. A MAN ASKED HIS GIRL-FRIEND TO BE HIS VALENTINE
To a girl who is so much inlove
with an artist, going to his concert would be a must, but doing it with the one
you love is taking the experience up a notch. What more is being asked ‘Will
You Be My Valentine?’ during the concert, right? What an ideal date for Bia
Caberte and his man.
Being a concert girl myself, this
is something really worth paying for! A non-stop 18-song performance is a whole
new level of concert performance. It is definitely a treat! Happy Valentine’s,
Lany!
5. CEBUANO BANDS DIDN’T DISAPPOINT TOO
More than Lany being the icing on the cake, his front acts; Sepia Times, Three Legged Man and Mandaue Nights were also all-out during the concert! Local Cebuano bands surely have something to offer too!
Photo by Janica Ehlz AnongosPhoto by Janica Ehlz Anongos Benjam Bautista
Calling all pizza lovers far and wide – get ready to double up your appetite as World Pizza Day is just around the corner!
Mark your calendars this February 6, 2020 as Yellow Cab gives you every reason to throw a pizza party for your circle with an unbeatable deal that’s so worth it!
For one day only, have two of your favorite pizzas for the price of one. For every 12-inch pizza that you order, get another pizza of the same size and flavor, for FREE!
Enjoy Yellow Cab’s iconic New York-style pizzas with generous, edge-to-edge toppings that will take your cravings to pizza heaven—twice! You can choose from Yellow Cab’s mouthwatering Classic, Signature, and Legendary pizza variants, starting at only PHP 499.
Whether you’re looking to feed your hunger, hang out with your squad, or simply satisfy your pizza craving, there is only one way to celebrate World Pizza Day, and that is by feasting on your favorite edge-to-edge Yellow Cab pizzas.
This promo is available for dine in, take-out, curbside pick-up, and delivery, in all Yellow Cab stores nationwide.
You might be overwhelmed by the
cafes that pop-up every corner, but sometimes, it could be too hard to drive
from one cafe to the other. And even though cafes have become a dime dozen in
the streets of Cebu, there are still some hidden gems that require unearthing
and we’re giving you a clue – they can only be found In The City.
You need not to look for a coffee shop near you because you’re lucky today! SM Seaside City Cebu and SM City have the right coffee fixes that will roast you the perfect cup with their Café In The City guide.
All your favorite coffee shops and cafes can be found in these SM Supermalls.
SM SEASIDE CITY CEBU
If you’re in SM Seaside City Cebu, we have enlisted 5 cafes and their chosen drinks for you to try. Make sure you visit one after the other because after all, these are all in one location. Pretty convenient, yes?
1. Starbucks Coffee
Who doesn’t know anything about
Starbucks? No one. We all do. However, ditch the usual choco java chip and try
something new. Don’t forget to pair your drink with their cookies too!
Drink: Dark Mocha Frappucino
Promo Price: ₱180
Offering Branch: Upper GF, Mountain Wing, SM Seaside City Cebu
2. Bo’s Coffee
If you need sugar rush, hush! Get
through a day with something sweeter to add to your caffeine hype with Bo’s
Coffee’s Artisanal Chocolate Freeze.
Drink: Artisanal Chocolate Freeze
Promo Price: ₱140
Offering Branch: Upper GF, Mountain Wing, SM Seaside City Cebu
3. The Civet Coffee Roasters
Though I have previously made
mention about ditching Java Chip, The Civet Coffee Roasters’ is the one you
must try.
Drink: Java Chip Frappucino
Promo Price: ₱155
Offering Branch: Upper GF City Wing, SM Seaside City Cebu
4. The Coffee Bean Tea & Leaf
If you’ve been feeling hyper
because of all the caffeine intake, let’s take it down a notch and indulge with
a mocha latte this time.
Drink: Mocha Latte
Promo Price: ₱145
Offering Branch: Lower GF, Mountain Wing, SM Seaside City Cebu
5. Coffee Bay
Your last stop shouldn’t ruin the
happiness of all the coffee, mocha, and chocolate intake. Instead, it should
add to the fun and excitement. Strawberry always go well with chocolate, for
sure.
Drink: Strawberry Chocolate Hill
Promo Price: ₱190
Offering Branch: 2/F City Wing, SM Seaside City Cebu
Want more?
Check out this post from SM Seaside City Cebu for the complete list:
SM City Cebu
On the other hand, when you feel
like visiting SM City Cebu because you’re nearer the venue, fret no more! We
have also enlisted 5 cafes worth visiting too!
1. Lava By The Fudge
If you’re a coffee lover, it’s
impossible to not like brewed coffee. But, what is better than brewed coffee?
Unlimited Brewed Coffee!
Drink: Brewed Coffee
Promo Price: ₱90, UNLIMITED (2PM – 5PM)
Offering Branch: 2nd Level, Northwing, SM City Cebu
2. Coffee Dream
I hope you didn’t quench your
coffee thirst with a lot of cups of brewed coffee because we still have
something up our sleeves now with Coffee Dream’s Espresso Americano.
Drink: Espresso Americano
Promo Price: ₱180
Offering Branch: 2nd Level, Main Hall, SM City Cebu
3. Country Basket Pastries & More
Yes, it is okay to try something
different too every once in a while. This café hopping is not really solely on
coffee, we love having fun with our choices of drinks. Why don’t you try their
Chocolate Symphony?
Drink: Chocolate Symphony
Promo Price: ₱139
Offering Branch: 2nd Level, Northwing, SM City Cebu
4. Banh Mi Kitchen
Who doesn’t want to try The
Classic? I bet, no one. Go ahead and please suit yourself with Banh Mi
Kitchen’s The Classic.
Drink: The Classic
Promo Price: ₱99
Offering Branch: 3rd Level, Main Hall, SM City Cebu
5. Cocorica
Again, we always want to ensure
that we end our day, right. Hence, Cocorica’s Cocorica Malaysia could
definitely be the best fix and best ender to the day.
Drink: Cocorica Malaysia
Promo Price: ₱120 (3PM – 5PM)
Offering Branch: 2nd Level, Main Hall, SM City Cebu
Want more?
If you want more deals from SM City Cebu, check out this post for the complete list:
It’s about time you visit the Lost Horizon of the South, Camotes Island.
Aptly named as such, Camotes Group of Islands is about 34 nautical miles away from the city and is the best place to visit if you want to relax and just reconnect with nature.
Today, you’re on to some great adventure because we are giving you eight (8) must-visit resorts in the beautiful Camotes Island.
1. MANGODLONG PARADISE RESORT
An elegant resort nestled in
Camotes, Mangodlong Paradise Resort boasts an infinity pool and a wide stretch
of powdery white sand beach.
Apart from the aforementioned,
they also offer kayaking, volleyball facilities, a souvenir shop, and a
children’s playground for the kids. Such a picturesque place is perfect for a
family and friends’ getaway.
ROOM RATES:
Standard Room: ₱3,300 per night (good for 2 pax)
Deluxe Room: ₱3,660 per night (good for 2 pax)
Beach Front Room: ₱3,900 per night (good for 2 pax)
Cabana B: ₱4,140 per night (good for 2 pax)
Paradise Suite: ₱7,500 per night (good for 2 pax)
Two Bedroom Suite: ₱7,500 per night (good for 2 pax)
Exact Location: Mangodlong, Heminsulan, San Francisco, Camotes Island
Contact Number: 0917-631-5903 | (032) 328 0500
2. CAMOTES FLYING FISH RESORT
If you are someone who likes
underwater adventure, this one’s for you. They have great diving sites 25
minutes away from the resort. Else not, you can also enjoy the tide while
slumbering on one of their floating cottages.
Much more than that, you can also
explore sensational cave swimming in their crystal clear freshwater. Truly,
there is nothing much more that you could ask for.
Room Rates:
Cottage (Non-aircon): ₱1,000 per night (good for 2 pax)
Sea-Front Cottage: ₱2,200 per night (good for 2 pax)
To someone who loves to bask
under the scorching heat of the sun, or take that perfect photo for the ‘gram,
this one’s for you.
More so, if you’re aware of the famous
Santiago Bay Beach, a public beach with a long white-sand shoreline, Santiago
Bay Garden and Resort has access to such wonderful beauty.
Room Rates:
Standard (Non-aircon): ₱1,000 per night (good for 2 pax)
Standard Aircon: ₱1,650 per night (good for 2 pax)
Oceanview: ₱1,870 per night (good for 2 pax)
Oceanview Family: ₱3,080 per night (good for 4 pax)
Exact Location: Mangodlong, Himensulan, San Francisco, Camotes Island
Contact Number: 0939 636 3100
5. MY LITTLE ISLAND HOTEL
Claiming to be the first and only
true hotel in the beautiful island of Camotes, enjoy your stay in one of the
best resort hotel destinations not only in the island, but in the Philippines.
Apart from their lovely hotel,
you can also enjoy their hotel facilities and services while in the island.
Room Rates:
Standard: ₱1,800 per night (good for 2 pax)
Deluxe: ₱2,100 per night (good for 2 pax)
Junior Suite: ₱2,800 per night (good for 2 pax)
Executive Suite: ₱3,600 per night (good for 2 pax)
Penthouse Suite: ₱6,300 per night (good for 2 pax)
A resort that offers nothing short to perfection, Kah Motes Private Resort. It showcases everything of what Mother Nature has in stored for us and took it up a notch.
The aforementioned may have featured powdery white sand beaches, this doesn’t. It offers a sea-cliff rock formation allowing your eyes to feast into the deep blue-green sea.
Room Rates:
Private room (w/o kitchen): ₱1,500 per night, good for 2pax
Private room (w/ kitchen): ₱2,750 per night, good for 2pax
Exclusive rate: ₱6,500 per night, good for 10pax. After the 10th guest, there would be a charge of ₱300 per excess. Inclusions of exclusive:
Exclusive for guests and their guests
Outdoor grill
Outdoor rest rooms and showers
Fully equipped kitchen
own water source and a generator (no interruptions for both)
From Cebu City, it would take you about 3 to 4 hours to get to Camotes Island. From the North Bus Terminal, take a bus heading to Danao. In Danao, take a boat going to Consuelo, San Francisco, Poro, or Kawit, in Camotes.
You have three (3) options going to/from Camotes Islands:
OPTION 1: OCEANJET FAST CRAFT – Travel Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes – Cebu Port: Pier 1, Cebu City – Camotes Port: Poro, Camotes – Advantages: Take this option if you want to arrive faster, and you live/stay near Pier 1 or SM City Cebu or you’re from Southern Cebu.
OPTION 2: JOMALIA RORO/EXPRESS – Travel Time: 2 hours – Cebu Port: Danao City Port – Camotes Port: Consuelo, Camotes – Advantages: Take this option if you want to save 50% on transportation, if you’re willing to travel or you’re from/near Danao City.
OPTION 3: JOMALIA FAST CRAFT – Travel Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes – Cebu Port: MACTAN WHARF of Island Central Mactan Mall – Camotes Port: Consuelo, Camotes – Advantages: Take this option if you want to arrive faster, and you live/stay near Mactan.
VILLA ON A CLIFF is located in a one-of-a-kind enclave in the coastal town of Oslob, Cebu. The visual effect of water extending to the horizon, is truly spectacular, providing a sense of luxury and comfort right at your fingertips.
The property is absolutely private and peaceful. It is a beautiful tropical estate with a 2-storey Main House and 2 Elegant Villas suspended on an oceanfront cliff. It is beautifully landscaped with an infinity pool that hangs over a rock face 20 meters above sea level.
It has magnificent views from all rooms. It looks out onto the resort island of Sumilon, and Siquijor island is in the distance. The Villa is designed for family and friends who wish to holiday together, and offers the philosophy that “Privacy is the New Luxury!”
There is direct access to the ocean. The crystal clear waters are ideal for swimming. Snorkeling is also good along the house reef. For those wanting an amazing and exhilarating experience. There is swimming with whale sharks just 10 minutes away, and breathtaking Tumalog Falls also nearby. The staff will be happy to arrange this and other optional tours.
VILLA 1 has a private balcony, Queen bed, sitting area and private bathroom (can be rented separately)
VILLA 2 has it’s own sitting area, Queen bed, bathroom, outdoor patio with ocean view (can be rented separately)
– The lower level of the MAIN HOUSE has 2 BEDROOMS with a private bathroom and exclusive use of the Living and Dining Area – All rooms are double occupancy – Unlimited wireless internet access – Daily cleaning – Satellite TV and DVD player in all rooms – All rooms are fully air conditioned
– Rates subject to change without notice. – The maximum occupancy for each Villa is 4. Extra guests rate is P1,500. Children 10 years and younger are free. They don’t offer any day tours as of this time.
For meals, you have 2 options: – Bring your food to be cooked and the corkage fee is PHP800 and cooking fee is PHP200/KL. – Home cooked meals prepared by the staff. SET MENUs available for Lunch and Dinner that include an appetizer, vegetable side dish, main dish, rice, dessert. Each set costs P400 each.
Breakfast is P250/person for Filipino breakfast (tocino OR longanisa with eggs, rice); P350/person for American breakfast (toasted bread, bacon, eggs, fruits).
From the South Bus Terminal (near Emall), ride a Ceres bus going to Oslob. You may tell the bus to stop at the Villa on a Cliff. If they’re not familiar with the place, drop off at Liloan port where you can ride a tricycle going to Mainit (P35 per person). Just tell the tricycle driver your going to Walter Drilon’s residence.
“A hero died, but he is a legend who is meant to live
forever.”
On February 2, 2020, more than a thousand Cebuano fans of
the late Kobe Bryant, joined the “Run for Kobe” which started and ended at the
Cebu City Sports Center.
As their tribute to the late NBA legend, Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna together with eight other people, Kayathletes organized the run where participants were encouraged to wear either gold or purple shirts with either number 8 or 24 on print. Such colors were Kobe’s jersey colors and these numbers were Kobe’s iconic jersey numbers during his NBA career.
After the run, all the participants formed into a number 24
on the field to cap their tribute to the late Kobe Bryant.
John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
With Kobe’s journey as an NBA Superstar, he has not only
lived as an inspiration to his family and close friends, but has leaved a mark
in the hearts and minds of the people who have witnessed how great he was as a
person.
May we all include all the departed ones in our prayers, especially their families.
Locally known as the ‘Esla del
Fuego’ of the Philippines, Siquijor has so much to offer.
Having been dubbed to be a ring
of fire, Siquijor is named such because of its mystical fireflies. Nonetheless,
we know you have heard of the infamous shamanism and witchcraft in this island
and what better way to conclude whether or not it’s true than to experience it
firsthand? None.
Hence, if you want to experience
the feeling of mystique and intrigue in this enchanting island, you can do so
now.
Bus going to Santader
From the South Bus Terminal, ride a bus bound for Liloan Port, Santander. Bus fare is ₱235 per head (one-way). Bus travel time is approx. 4 hours.
Cebu – Siquijor Ferry
Disembark at the Liloan Port where you can ride a ferry directly going to Larena Port in Siquijor Island. Trips are daily.
Departure
Arrival
Fare
CEBU – SIQUIJOR
10:00 AM
1:00 PM
₱200
SIQUIJOR – CEBU
6:00 PM
9:00 PM
₱200
Fees:
Bus fare (one-way): ₱235
Ferry fare (one-way): ₱200
Total Estimated Fare: ₱435
Please be guided that rates aforementioned are based on the most affordable mode of transportation. Should you wish to avail of a more classy accommodation, rates will be much higher.
Siquijor Island
Discover the mysteries of this magical island.
It is best to travel to Siquijor during the sizzling months of March, April, and May. Everything is green and less chance to get wet with minimal or no rainfall.
One of the best ways to have that much desired R&R we truly deserve is to frolic in cool waters on a very beautiful resort. Genesis Valley Mountain Resort in Consolacion is more than ready to satisfy that weekend fantasy.
Situated in a secluded area in Consolacion,
this serene sanctuary is very popular when it comes to family gatherings and
team buildings. The place was originally a private property where eventually it
opened to the public.
To start off, the resort is abundant in
trees and plants, giving you that much-desired breather from the city life. The
place has a swimming pool and a Jacuzzi, ready for you to take a dip on its
cool and refreshing waters.
The
place is perfect for all sorts of relaxation because aside from the cooling
waters, there is also a playground and an exercise facility, fit for kids and
the kids’ at heart.
Aviary
The place has an aviary too, where
different types of exotic birds are kept – truly a sight to behold for the
visitors.
Accommodations
For those who wish to spend the night in
this majestic sanctuary, Genesis Valley Mountain Resort also offers rooms.
Deluxe rooms (for two)
Barkada rooms
Kubo-themed rooms
Rates & Other Information
Day Use Rates:
Entrance fee (Reservations): ₱150 per adult, ₱100 per kid
Entrance fee (Walk-ins): ₱200 per adult, ₱150 per kid
Day Use: 8AM to 5PM
Full Rates:
Other
Information:
Contact numbers: (032) 346-2078 / 346-2086 / 0917-631-6041 look for Ms. Shiela or Ms. Ganggang
Exact location: Cabangahan, Consolacion, northern Cebu — approx. 1.5 hour away from the city.
BY JEEPNEY: From SM City Cebu, you can ride a jeepney going to Consolacion. If you’re from the Talamban/Pit-os area, there are also jeepneys that go to Consolacion. You can drop off at Fooda Consolacion where afterwards you can ride a habal-habal to take you to Genesis Valley. Average fair is around P50-P80 and make sure that you negotiate with the mentioned price to avoid being scammed.
BY CAR: Navigate with Google Maps or Waze then set the destination to “Genesis Valley Mountain Resort” in Consolacion. Parking space is available.
So, plan your next weekend getaway with your family and friends and make Genesis Valley Mountain Resort your well-deserved R&R destination!
