UPDATE (30-Jan-2019): The free MyBus shuttle service has started today. Please see complete schedule and route below.
Cebu City Government through Mayor Tommy Osmeña signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Metro Rapid Transit Services Inc., this is for the additional buses that they will be lending the city government to ferry night shift workers from IT Park to Mabolo and Ayala Center Cebu (vice versa).
Part of the agreement is that there will be 3 buses provided by Metro Rapid Transit Services Inc. and the city government will shoulder the fuel allocation for the buses.
Mayor Osmeña said that this is for the safety of those working at night. It will be for free even for those who are not from Cebu City.
The operators are looking at serving free rides from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am and is said to start by mid of January 2019 and has already started operating since January 30, 2019. The buses will have a capacity to carry of 42 passengers.
With the words “eat-all-you-can”, “seafood” and “buffet” in one sentence, and the crazily attractive pricing at ₱199, this new seafood restaurant in Cebu City has definitely caught your attention.
Imagine, for only ₱199 per head, you will get UNLIMITED food such as: Shrimps, Tahong, Small Crabs, Talaba, Kinilaw na Guso & Lato, Sinigang Soup, Humba, Kaldaretang Manok, Buttered Chicken, Special Chopsuey, Special Bam-i, Atchara, and Kimchi. Whew, did you just read all these aforementioned food? What more if you get to eat all of them, without any limit?
‘Eat All You Can Ni Juan’ Seafood Buffet restaurant has opened its first branch in Cebu City last January 27, 2019 (the original branch is located in Carcar City).
It is located at GND Building, F. Cabahug St., Cebu City (across GAGFA / Sykes Mabolo Building), and is open from 10AM to 12MN.
Photo by Alejandra Bonita
Photo by Alejandra Bonita
Photo by Alejandra Bonita
Photo by Alejandra Bonita
Photo by Alejandra Bonita
UNLIMITED…
Shrimps,
Tahong,
Small Crabs,
Talaba,
Kinilaw na Guso & Lato,
Sinigang Soup,
Humba,
Kaldaretang Manok,
Buttered Chicken,
Special Chopsuey,
Special Bam-i,
Atchara,
Kimchi
…all these for only ₱199 per head!
Other information:
Senior Citizens and PWDs: ₱160 per head
4-7 years old: ₱99 per head
Operating hours: 10AM to 12MN daily
How to get there?
Exact location: GND Building, F. Cabahug St., Cebu City — across GAGFA / Sykes Mabolo Building.
BY JEEPNEY: The only jeepney passing through Panagdait is 03A from Carbon / Colon / Mabolo (PLDT Mabolo, across Landers Superstore). Drop off at GAGFA Building or Sykes. The restaurant is located just right across.
BY CAR/GRAB/TAXI: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “GAGFA”. The restaurant is located just right across.
Upgrade your way of sightseeing and see the world in an
encompassing view way up high.
Southern Air Flight Services presents you with the ride of a
lifetime in their flightseeing tours inside Cebu, to the abundant green of
Bohol, to the majestic beaches of Bantayan and you can even have chartered
flights.
This flight adventure is famous among tourists and locals
alike.
IG-worthy photo with the aircraft!Ready to take off. But first… selfie!Another selfie, but now up in the sky! Wohoo!
Our experience have led us to the route of Bohol. Flying in
the skies was both thrilling and exciting. Riding in such a small plane did
give us the fright but the captain have assured us that it is completely safe.
There were a lot of sights to behold during the flight that would give a different feel seen far above. This includes the very colorful Happy beach, squares of mangroves in the middle of the ocean, islands like Nalusuan island, the beautiful rivers of Bohol and of course the famous chocolate hills.
Aerial view of Happy Beach Cebu in MactanThe famous Chocolate HillsSagbayan Peak BoholOne of the amazing views we’ve seen. Guess where?Nalusuan Island in Olango, Cebu
1. Flight-seeing Tour Bohol
Route: From Mactan Cebu to Carmen Bohol above the Chocolate Hills to Sagbayan Bohol (over the mesmerizing Sagbayan Peak) and lastly to Tubigon Bohol flying back to Mactan Cebu
Time: 20-30 minutes
Rate: ₱9,000 good for 3pax
2. Flight-seeing Tour Cebu
Route: From the north to the south of Cebu. Fly over the majestic mountains and picturesque waters in the Queen City of the South.
Time: 30-40 minutes
Rate: ₱13,000 good for 3pax
3. Flight-seeing Tour Bantayan
Route: Be captivated by the crystal waters of Bantayan. Soar above one of the jewel islands of Cebu. You can also opt to upgrade on your trip by going on a daring adventure with Skydive Greater Cebu.
Mayday Parade is all set for their Philippine tour of the Sunnyland this 2019. They will be playing in Cebu for the very first time on May 3, 2019 (Friday) at the Sky Hall of SM Seaside City Cebu.
American rock band Mayday Parade made their debut in the mid-aughts with the gold-certified A Lesson in Romantics, which featured a passionate emo-punk sound similar to contemporaries like Yellowcard, Plain White T’s, and All Time Low.
After the Cebu concert on May 3, the band will stage another concert in Manila on May 5, 2019 (Sunday) at the New Frontier Theater, Cubao.
Tickets to Mayday Parade’s Welcome To Sunnyland Philippine Tour will go on sale on February 1, 2019 (Friday), 10AM. For the Cebu show, tickets will be available through SM Tickets outlets nationwide and online (www.smtickets.com).
Concert Details:
Mayday Parade, LIVE in CEBU
May 3, 2019 (Friday) @ 8PM
Sky Hall of SM Seaside City Cebu
Ticket Prices
Tickets will go on sale starting Feb. 1, 2019 at 10AM.
You might have heard of this paradise already, or actually have been here in one of your private events or school outings. This is the St. John’s Country Palace, one of Cebu’s fast-rising exclusive resorts situated in Talamban, Cebu City. It is the place where you can indulge in the beauty of nature — a serene and secluded location atop a hill, overlooking the scenic view of the city.
Photo by Christine Noay
Photo by Christine Noay
Rates & Other Information
Currently, they do not accommodate walk-ins. They only accept exclusive bookings for the meantime.
Day Use: – Exclusive fee (see below) + ₱150 per person (minimum of 30pax) – Free use of their clubhouse, pool area, swimming pool and fish spa – 9AM to 7PM only
Exact location: Cabangahan Consolacion via Pit-os Talamban, Cebu City.
From USC-TC in Talamban , ride a 62C or 62B jeep, follow the Pit-os route until you see the “Cebu International School” in Pit-os, Talamban. Go straight a few meters and you’ll see the “Flying V” gas station. Take the first right turn AFTER the gas station (there is a Julie’s Bakeshop branch at the corner). Which will lead you to a road heading towards Brgy. Cabangahan. Go straight, and after an estimated 5 minutes, you will finally reach the place. “St. Johns Country Palace” is located across “Cabangahan Elementary School”.
You can also bring your own vehicles. There’s an ample parking space in the resort. Just navigate on Waze when going there.
The most breathtaking view in the waters of Cebu is happening on January 19, 2019 — an annual event held every third Saturday of January (a day before Sinulog).
Hundreds of decorated boats, barges and yachts, a rain of confetti from helicopters, drum beats and the lively cheers are enough to put someone and every Sugboanon in the festive atmosphere.
January 19, 2019 (Saturday) Event Details:
What: Fluvial Procession of the Miraculous Image of the Santo Niño
Time: 6:00AM on Saturday
Route: NAVFORCEN Lapu-Lapu to Pier 1
Where to watch? Pier 1, 2 & 3 / Mactan Bridge
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island NomadPhoto by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
Photo by John Ray Aligato / The Island Nomad
The fluvial procession is an annual tradition that marks the
start of the official Sinulog festival. Although it is a solemn event in
sending Sto. Niño to visit his foster father, St. Joseph at the St. Joseph
Parish in Mandaue City.
After spending the night in St. Joseph Parish the image of
the baby Jesus will then travel back to reenact the coming of Sr. Sto Niño
carried by the Spaniards five centuries ago.
Note: The Cebu coast guard will probably close the Mactan channel to public sea crafts for at least four hours to give way to the fluvial parade.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
Location: 1298-B V. Rama Avenue, Guadalupe, Cebu City
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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”.
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
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”)
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.
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
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
