The field of aviation is getting brighter
and brighter. A school that caters good quality skills from enrollment to employment has come, the Pacific Isle Aviation Institute.
Located at 3F Evangeline Bldg. in Mandaue City, Pacific Isle Aviation offers Associate Aircraft maintenance tech and Aviation electronics technology and serves as a training ground sponsored by companies from other countries where you will then have the choice to take the licensure exam here or abroad.
Set to deliver quality education in the field of aviation, this extensive technical training for
future skilled aircraft technicians will surely prepare its learner for global integration
where only highly trained and skilled professionals become future leaders in the field.
Pacific Isle Aviation Institute is mandated and certified by civil aviation authority of the Phillipines having an Aviation Training Organization Certificate no. 2018-04.
Inaugurated last August 8, 2018 and equipped with excellent training facilities and unmatched credentials of their technical instructors, this institute ensures to produce only highly competent graduates.
Other Information
Exact location: 3F Evangeline Bldg., Colina St, Ibabao-Estancia, Mandaue City (behind Chevrolet Mandaue)
Contact number: (032) 344-5632 and look for “Krisna Ortega”
Summer is really looking hot! It’s that time of the year again to bust out your frothy summer dresses ladies or your easy, fuss-free, and stylish pair gentlemen.
With an array of trends to choose from, updating your summer wardrobe means sifting through endless options. But, worry no more because without negotiating your fashion sensibilities, we will allow you to unleash your most creative self and choose from a wide array of styles without having to break your banks.
Our team has picked summer essentials to get you started.
You’re in for a fashionably great summer adventure! Check out these picks so
you’ll survive the summer season in style!
Sugbo-Approved Summer OOTD
A visit in the Philippines or anywhere in the Philippines during summer calls for outfits that are not only fashionable but comfortable too. Always be summer-ready in this collection of Sugbo-approved Summer OOTD’s. From the colors to prints, we got you girl.
H&M
Forever 21
Uniqlo
Want more? Here are some top picks for women’s summer fashion!
Bench
SM Woman
Forme
Island Souvenirs
Kamiseta
Kultura
Like the ladies, men also suffer from style dilemmas during summer time. But these looks will definitely tick the two priorities for men’s fashion – fabric choice and style.
Gioradano
Penshoppe
Regatta
Coco Republic
Izod
SMYTH
Walk in Style: Sugbo’s Footwear Choice
Let us all be reminded that our footwear should be given as much attention as our clothes and accessories. If you want to stay cool on a hot day at the beach, on the boat or on inland adventures, these are for you.
Sperry
FitFlops – The SM Store
Havaianas – All Flip Flops
Dr. Kong
So Fab!
Pabder
Be Fab: Sugbo Travel Accessories
Let us not forget that summer is the time when we can play along with our accessories – bags included.
Onitsuka Tiger Tote Bag
Oakley Fanny Pack
Kultura Bags
O’Niell – Herschel Bags
SM Accessories Acacia Bags
Toby’s Sports – Dry Bags
I can never
get enough of these colourful sunglasses. Once can surely rock every outfit no
matter how basic if one is wearing one of these fashionable and useful
accessories.
Sunnies Specs for Men
Sunnies Specs for Women
Forever 21
Oakley Sunglasses
The Great Seaside Sale
You don’t really have to look further to shop and look for those aforementioned because everything is at SM Seaside City Cebu!
SM Seaside City Cebu is having THE GREAT SEASIDE SALE on May 17-19, 2019 where you can score gigantic discounts of up to 70%! ADDITIONAL 10% OFF from select stores using their SMAC/BDO Rewards Card.
But wait… there’s more! Shoppers get a chance to win 1 of 10 Samsung Galaxy S10+ phones.
Save up and prepare yourselves so you can be summer-ready without breaking your bank.
POST-pampering the Sugbo way
It’s a given that after a tiresome shopping, outings, meetings, or anything else you plan to do this summer, a well deserved stomach-filling of our favorites is next. Treat yourself to an authentic array of good food. Thai, Vietnamese dishes and our very own Filipino dishes.
These are some of the participating restaurants during the Great Seaside Sale.
Visit Lemon Grass and try their best-selling Goi Cuon (Vietnamese summer roll).
On the other hand, if you’re one buffet afficionado, Yakimix is surely a must-visit. They have smokeless grill and they serve Japanese, Korean and Chinese cuisines. Where else do you want to go? Everything is served fresh, too!
However, if you’re on a strict diet and instead of treating yourself to some food you’d rather pamper yourself, Bangs Prime Salon is also where you should go too! They do not only offer you the same services because they make sure to provide you looks that will make you feel good about yourself.
Have we provided you enough tips to help you prep for summer? Wait until we unveil more.
Don’t miss THE GREAT SEASIDE SALE on May 17-19, 2019 and enjoy huge discounts of up to 70% OFF! You’re welcome! *winks*
Take a break from the summer heat and indulge yourself to the newest addition of the tea craze. After a long wait, CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice finally opens its first branch in Cebu last March 12.
Fresh fruit tea,
slush and smoothies, yogurt drink or milk tea lover rejoice for this might
be your next favorite.
Located at UG/F Mountain Wing of SM Seaside City Cebu, CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice offers a new level of refreshment originally inspired from Taiwan. They offer fresh drinks where you can enjoy a variety of flavors and special toppings such as pearl, passion fruit, lemon, Korean citron, mango and kumquat on your chosen drink.
One of their
highlights is Panda Milk Tea, Salty Cream Wintermelon Tea, Salty
Cream Matcha Slush, and the Chocolate Milk Tea with pudding and pearl and offers a lot more.
Exact
location: Upper Ground Floor, Mountain Wing SM Seaside City Cebu
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
GRAB: Book a ride with Grab (from/to SM Seaside City) and use
the promo code ‘SMSEASIDE50’ to get ₱50 OFF, valid from 9AM to 10PM daily.
BY
ANGKAS: Get ₱50 off your ride to SM Seaside City Cebu with promo
code ‘AKSEASIDE60’.
BY CAR/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “SM Seaside City Cebu”.
Feeling the blistering summer already and still can’t decide where to cool off?
Start your summer right and indulge yourself to the amazing SOLEA MACTAN RESORT, where you can find an abundance of great food, luxurious accommodations, fine sands, and a collection of pools like you’ve never seen before.
Solea Mactan ensures a marvelous and price-worthy experience. The panoramic view of the sea will make you exhale away all the city toxins.
Earth All-Day Dining Buffet
Solea’s Earth All-Day Dining Restaurant is also open for non-staying guests. So this is a perfect treat if you are celebrating special occasions like birthdays, graduations, romantic dates, and even proposals!
Daily International Breakfast Buffet: 6AM to 10AM
Lunch Buffet: 12NN to 2PM
Dinner Buffet: 6PM to 10PM
Daily Theme Buffet Rate: ₱1,400 nett good for 2pax
Dinner Buffet Themes
Brazsean Monday: Brazilian and Southeast Asian Cuisin
Woks N’ Bowls Tuesday: Japanese and Chinese Cuisine
Smoky Friday: Smoked, Roasted, Grilled and Baked Dishes
Weekend BufFiest: Regional Flavours (Popular Filipino dishes in every corner)
Melt Restaurant
You will never feel hungry because aside from their buffet of various cuisines, they also have the MELT Restaurant that serves snacks, burger, and pasta that will surely make you love the place even more.
Salt & Sky Rooftop Lounge
Complete your experience at Solea Mactan Resort as you visit the Salt & Sky Rooftop that serves delectable drinks for that deserved chilling after a tiresome day.
Facilities and Amenities
Giant Chess Pieces
Function Rooms
24 Hours Room service, Housekeeping,
Concierge & Front Office Services
Business Center
Airport Transfer
Laundry
Gym
Restaurant
Fish Feeding Program
Hoverboard
Table Tennis
Entertainment Room
Swimming Pool
Souvenir Shop
Food & Beverage Outlets
They also have an inflatable playground that is child-friendly, perfect for family bonding.
If you are a beach bum and love the salt water like myself, Solea Resort also flaunts the beautiful Mactan beach.
You don’t have to worry if you’re on a tight budget because SOLEA MACTAN RESORT offers budget-friendly rates for your family and friends.
Day Use Rates
Day Use Package: ₱2,500 per head – inclusive of Lunch or Dinner Buffet from their very own Earth Restaurant that serves a variety of dishes from different countries. – FREE use of ALL swimming facilities including inflatable waterpark, free use of towels.
Day Use rate for kids 0-4 year old for FREE and 5-12 year old is 50% off making it 1,250 per head.
If you love nature and taking pictures, this Insta-worthy flower garden in Cebu should be added to your go-to list when heading to southern Cebu.
Sundaze Farm is not your usual flower farm. It features Instagrammable spots surrounding the 1.7-hectare property and “Glamorous Camping” tents. The farm offers lush green scenery of the mountains, the perfect place to chill and enjoy the fresh air.
Located in Brgy. Valencia, Carcar, Cebu (2 hours away from the city), Sundaze Farm is open every Wednesday to Sunday from 10AM to 6PM. It has an entrance fee of 50 pesos only, but cannot provide overnight accommodations yet.
Photo by Julie Antonieth Obregon
Photo by Julie Antonieth Obregon
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Rates & Other Information
Note, they do not accommodate overnight stays for now.
Rates:
Entrance Fee: ₱50 per person – Student and Senior Rates: ₱40 per person – Children 2 year old and below are FREE.
Corkage Fee: – Food and Non-Alcoholic Drinks: ₱100 per entry – Alcoholic Drinks: ₱100 per entry
Al Fresco Lounge Area: ₱500 per day, good for 10-15 persons. Table and chairs will be provided for your dining needs with free grill.
Glamping: – Tent A: ₱500 per day use, good for 3-5 persons. Table and chairs will be provided for your dining needs with free grill. – Tent B with outdoor lounging chairs: ₱500 per day use, good for 3-5 persons. Table and chairs will be provided for your dining needs with free grill.
Advance reservation is required for the rent of the lounge area and glamping.
Other information
Operating hours: 10AM to 6PM, Wednesdays to Sundays
Exact location: Brgy. Valencia, Carcar, Cebu — 2 hours away from the city, a bit far (7.2km away) from the main road.
BY CAR: It’s best to bring your own car or motorbike going there. Just navigate with Waze and search for “Sundaze Farm”. Parking space is available. Hailing a taxi/Grab is not possible, better rent a car instead.
BY COMMUTE: From the South Bus Terminal, ride any bus and tell the driver to drop you off in Gaisano Carcar. Bus fare is ₱50 (one-way) and travel time is about 2 hours. From there, ride a habal-habal or motorbike going to Sundaze Farm. Fare is ₱30 per head (one-way).
Fretting over
where to stay can really lead to frustration in your finances, unless you have
an unlimited budget for business + leisure, solo or family travel, or purely
vacation. On most of the trips, a huge part of your savings will automatically
lead to where you will sleep. Worst case scenario? Your travel could lead you
to destinations which are notoriously pricey.
But, fret no more because, the Singapore-based technology platform for budget hotel bookings – RedDoorz – has finally arrived in Cebu! RedDoorz is an app that offers quality hotels in Metro Cebu with wifi, clean beds, television set, water, amenities, and of course, (really!) accommodating staff without having to pay too much!
Whether you are
on a business trip or may be just too tired to brace the traffic to reach home,
RedDoorz is just
“one-click” away. You can already get a premium-looking room for as
low as 700 pesos, even on prime locations near the Cebu IT Park, that is the RedDoorz Plus @ IT
Park Cebu, and other business properties in Cebu.
RedDoorz Plus @ IT Park Cebu
If you’re also planning on your next summer destination in the city, or simply plotting early your holiday and vacation plans, you don’t have to look no further. You can book any of RedDoorz’s hotel partners downtown (it is where almost everyone goes), including the RedDoorz Plus @ AS Fortuna, RedDoorz Premium @ Wireless Mandaue, and RedDoorz Plus near Cebu Capitol.
RedDoorz Plus @ AS FortunaRedDoorz Premium @ Wireless MandaueRedDoorz Plus near Cebu Capitol
Not just a home
to travelers and adventure-seekers, the booming city of Cebu is also a one-stop
nightlife venue for those who want to have fun all night long. There’s a
RedDoorz property in RedDoorz Plus near Mango Avenue, where most of the bars
and nightclubs are located. You see, they are everywhere!
RedDoorz Plus near Mango Avenue
Currently, RedDoorz has already more than 100 properties nationwide but, is aggressively expanding their network in the coming quarters to accommodate our growing needs.
4 major reasons why YOU should
seriously consider booking via RedDoorz:
✓ VERY AFFORDABLE. Much more than what we
were blabbing, have we mentioned that RedDoorz’ affordability starts at only
P799 per night? Yes, you read it right. You don’t really have to fret over
shelling out much because by simply checking the RedDoorz app and website, you
can find quality home-away-from-home rooms.
✓ GUARANTEED SATISFACTION. RedDoorz
basically transforms small unbranded hotels and provides them with the
technology and technical know-how in the hospitality industry. This means,
their hotel partners are well-equipped to provide your every need, making your
overall satisfaction a top priority.
✓ REWARDS. RedDoorz also incentivizes
repeat guests with the RedCash rewards system and exclusive discounts and
partner deals through RedClub membership.
✓ LOCAL SUPPORT. Being a Cebuano, we
always have to remind our fellows to support one another, especially the
budding small hotel businesses. This is exactly one of the aims of RedDoorz, to
be able to help small hotels be discovered not only by the locals but tourists
and foreigners alike.
Whether you’re
planning for your next summer staycation, plotting your business schedule, or
simply stuck in traffic while reading this, you know where to head on: RedDoorz app and/or website.
How to Book?
Simply download the RedDoorz app (available on Google Play and App Store) or visit their website to book now!
Pay conveniently using your credit card, DragonPay (via bank transfer and 7-Eleven outlets), and at the hotel without credit card guarantee.
…that’s it! Told you, I was serious when I said RedDoorz is very convenient and easy to use!
To the Catholic devotees, Visita Iglesia is an important tradition during the Holy Week as a form of pilgrimage. Usually done in a single day (or several days until Easter Sunday), devotees visit at least 7 churches, reflecting and saying a prayer at each stop.
If you are not keen to traveling too far to perform this tradition, this is a perfect guide or itinerary of Churches in Cebu City for Visita Iglesia.
Exact location: 969 V Rama Ave, Guadalupe, Cebu City – 15-20 minutes away from Ayala Center Cebu – 30 minutes away from SM City Cebu – 15-20 minutes away from Fuente Osmena Circle – 1.5 hour away from Mactan Airport
2: Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Parish Cebu
Photo by Jon Clifford Bio
Exact location: 15 N Escario St, Cebu City – 5-10 minutes away from Ayala Center Cebu – 15-20 minutes away from SM City Cebu – 15-20 minutes away from Fuente Osmena Circle – 1.5 hour away from Mactan Airport
3: Redemptorist Church Cebu
Photo by Jon Clifford Bio
Exact location: Queen’s Rd, Cebu City — near Fooda Mango. – 5-10 minutes away from Ayala Center Cebu – 15-20 minutes away from SM City Cebu – 15-20 minutes away from Fuente Osmena Circle – 1.5 hour away from Mactan Airport
4: St. Therese of the Child Jesus Parish Cebu
Photo by Jon Clifford Bio
Exact location: Queen’s Rd, Cebu City — near JY Square. – 10 minutes away from Ayala Center Cebu – 20-30 minutes away from SM City Cebu – 30 minutes away from Fuente Osmena Circle – 1.5 hour away from Mactan Airport
5: Carmelites Monastery
Photo by Jon Clifford Bio
Exact location: New Era, Mabolo, Cebu City — near Landers Superstore. – 5 minutes away from Ayala Center Cebu – 10-15 minutes away from SM City Cebu – 30 minutes away from Fuente Osmena Circle – 1.5 hour away from Mactan Airport
6: Sacred Heart Parish Cebu
Photo by Jon Clifford Bio
Exact location: Dionisio Jakosalem St, Cebu City — near Iglesia ni Cristo – Mango Ave. – 10-15 minutes away from Ayala Center Cebu – 10-15 minutes away from SM City Cebu – 10 minutes away from Fuente Osmena Circle – 1.5 hour away from Mactan Airport
7: Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Photo by Jon Clifford Bio
Exact location: Mabini St, Cebu City — near Basilica Minore del Santo Niño de Cebu. – 30 minutes away from Ayala Center Cebu – 30 minutes away from SM City Cebu – 15-20 minutes away from Fuente Osmena Circle – 1.5 hour away from Mactan Airport
8: Basilica Minore del Santo Niño de Cebu
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Exact location: Osmeña Blvd, Cebu City. – 30 minutes away from Ayala Center Cebu – 30 minutes away from SM City Cebu – 15-20 minutes away from Fuente Osmena Circle – 1.5 hour away from Mactan Airport
In light of the Lenten season, this is a good place of pilgrimage for all the faithful devotees.
Built in 2004 by the Norkis Group of Companies, Q-Park sits on a 200 hectares of mountainous terrain in Buluang, Compostela, Cebu. The park features a huge 41-ft monument of the Virgin Mary and large, life-sized statues of the Stations of the Cross each rooted on a steep and scenic landscape.
The Q-Park is one of the go-to places among pilgrims and devotees during the Lenten season where religious activities are held at the retreat house. It is the perfect place to rest, pray and reflect.
Open from 8AM to 7PM daily with NO entrance fee, Q-Park is now considered as one of the national and internal landmarks of Filipino nationalism, religiosity and artistry.
Exact location: Brgy. Buluang, Compostela, Cebu — approx. 1 hour away from the city.
BY JEEPNEY: From SM CITY CEBU, you can ride: – Vhire going to Danao ETT: 1 hour and 10 minutes Fare: ₱50 – Or jeep going to Danao (27 = Jeep Number) Fare: ₱20-25 …just tell the driver to drop you off at “Skina Buluang”.
From there, there are motorbikes or halal-habal and tricycles at the skina, tell them that you’re going to “Q-Park”. Fare is ₱10-20 per head.
BY CAR: If you’re bringing your own vehicle, just navigate via Waze and search for “Q-Park Compostela”. Parking space is available.
The major shopping malls in Metro Cebu have released their special operating hours in observance of the Holy Week — with many closed or having limited hours during Maundy Thursday, April 18, and Good Friday, April 19.
Pretty in pink, the newly opened Kitty Tat’z brings cuteness overload in the busy streets of Minglanilla. This chic cafe is an inspiration of Hello Kitty, Sanrio’s popular Japanese character.
However, this is not a Sanrio-owned or certified property — so it is not an official Hello Kitty store. But hey, if you love pink and Hello Kitty, or just want to chill and eat with good friends, this is a good place to go – especially if you are traveling to the south.
Open from 10AM to 9PM daily (except on Mondays), Kitty Tat’z is located at Greenhouse Bldg., Acacia St., Tungkop, Minglanilla, Cebu.
Photo by Jenelyn Repollo
Other information
Operating hours: 10AM to 9PM daily (except on Mondays)
Exact location: Greenhouse Bldg., Acacia St., Tungkop, Minglanilla, Cebu — 1-2 hours away from the city.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps, and set your destination to “Monesco Printing Services” in Minglanilla.
BY JEEPNEY: – From CIT University or Punta Princesa or Bulacao/Pardo, ride any jeepney (usually 43/44) going to Naga. – From SM City Cebu, ride any jeepney (usually 10H) bound for Bulacao or Pardo. From there, ride another jeepney (43/44) going to Naga. – Or from Ayala Center Cebu, ride a 12L jeepney going to Punta Princesa and ride another jeepney going to Naga. … then drop off at “South City Homes”. Then ride a tricycle going to Kitty Tatz.
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 “South City Homes” in Minglanilla. Then ride a tricycle going to Kitty Tatz.
