June 10, 2010 – 4:46 pm | 3 Comments

Cebu City is eager for the imminent opening of the Cebu South Coastal Road Project’s four-lane subway tunnel.
The P1.63-billion project consists of a twin box tunnel and a reinforced concrete wall. The tunnel is approximately …

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Mountaineering in Cebu
June 16, 2010 – 3:04 pm | One Comment
Mountaineering in Cebu

Cebu City is an ever-growing mountaineering hub in the country. Here, climbers are as passionate about scaling mountains as they are zealous about the ethos of the city itself. And while the province of Cebu lacks any earthly behemoths (above 1,500 masl) that it can be proud of, local mountaineers are just as enthusiastic ascending Cebu’s modest mountain offerings as they are in climbing the major mountains here in the Philippines.

Adventures in Cebu: Zip-lining
June 15, 2010 – 1:48 pm | No Comment
Adventures in Cebu: Zip-lining

People who want the sort of adventure they can get from a bungee or parachute jump, minus the immoderate cost, might want to try a zip line ride. A zip line consists of a cable suspended above an incline and a pulley and harness to be used by a rider, which are attached to the cable.

Conquering Mt. Lanaya – Alegria, Cebu
April 21, 2010 – 4:46 pm | No Comment
Conquering Mt. Lanaya – Alegria, Cebu

The municipality of Alegria, Cebu is probably the most unassuming and perhaps counts as one of the most laidback towns in the province. Little does the average Cebu traveler know that a collection of little-known tourist attractions abound throughout this picturesque, south coastal province.

The Penthouse Parties with Eric Kupper
March 11, 2010 – 11:01 am | No Comment
The Penthouse Parties with Eric Kupper

Discover the vibe.
Explore the sound.
Experience the life.
Only at the Penthouse.

On its first year anniversary, allow The Penthouse to express its gratitude for the unconditional support the Cebuanos have given them. To culminate a year of …

Steak of the Nation: I Love Steak Delivers
February 18, 2010 – 12:20 pm | 3 Comments
Steak of the Nation: I Love Steak Delivers

I Love Steak’s service is also great, with service attendants quite attentive and prompt. Combine that with a suitable ambience with a slightly too-much-yellow motif, and you get a great place with which to heartily feast on juicy steak goodness.

Cebu City: A Next Wave City
February 8, 2010 – 11:01 am | No Comment
Cebu City: A Next Wave City

Outsourcing has become a huge hit in the Philippines. In fact, the Philippines is a top outsourcing destination choice, with its business process outsourcing industry raking in $7 billion annual revenue.
One of President Arroyo’s five …

Apgujeong: Korean Cuisine for Everyone
January 27, 2010 – 4:49 pm | No Comment
Apgujeong: Korean Cuisine for Everyone

Cebuanos are beginning to notice the wonders of Korean cuisine and its relative  healthiness. Korean dishes are well-known to have the healthiest ensemble of food stuffs in the world, and having them regularly served here …

Sto. Niño Hubo Ritual
January 19, 2010 – 4:17 pm | One Comment
Sto. Niño Hubo Ritual

The "Hubo" ritual, or the undressing of the Sto. Niño image, takes place five days after the Grand Sinulog Parade held every 3rd Sunday of January.
Hubo is the Cebuano word for "to undress". During …

Cebu Prepares for Elections 2010
December 22, 2009 – 10:21 am | No Comment
Cebu Prepares for Elections 2010

The Province of Cebu joins the rest of the Philippines as they prepare for the Synchronized National and Local Elections as per RA 7166 Sec. 2 slated for May 10, 2010. This will be the …

Mandaue’s Mantawi Festival
October 29, 2009 – 2:50 pm | One Comment

The Mantawi Festival is a yearly event celebrated every May 7 in Mandaue City, Cebu. The festival is a celebration of Mandaue’s rich cultural and historical heritage and its importance today as a commercial and …

Mandaue’s Native Delicacies
October 19, 2009 – 2:18 pm | One Comment
Mandaue’s Native Delicacies

Mandaue City’s most famous native delicacies are bibingka, budbud or bud-bud, masareal, and tagaktak.
The bibingka is a rice cake made of ground rice, coconut milk, buko strips, sugar, and either yeast or coconut alcohol. Many …

Hinagdanan Beach/KM-47
September 29, 2009 – 1:29 pm | 3 Comments

Hinagdanan Beach or more popularly known as Kilometer-47, sits at the bottom of a roadside cliff in Brgy. Binungculan, in the municipality of Carmen, Cebu. The beach is a perfect choice for family outings or for friends looking for a day of fun without busting their wallets…

Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary
September 17, 2009 – 11:41 am | One Comment
Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary

The Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary is a sanctuary for migratory birds and other marine species in the Olango Island Group that is located about five kilometers east of Mactan Island, Cebu. The group of islands …

COSTABELLA TROPICAL BEACH HOTEL
September 16, 2009 – 10:00 am | No Comment

Costabella Tropical Beach Hotel is a tropical haven with casual and friendly surroundings set in an exclusive beachfront on the eastern shores of Mactan Island. The heavenly sky, sandy beach, warm waters, and flamboyant coconut …