Cebu and nearby islands-good vacation sites

2010-11-27T01:39:00.001-08:00

Newly favoured destination near Cebu

2009-11-11T03:05:00.000-08:00

Last summer, after making a two-day tour in the known destinations in Bohol, when in my life I haven't set my foot yet, me and my friends have decided to try another kind of adventure that just lasted for a day. Actually, we were just boarding on a rented boat for the trip and do the "island-hopping" our way...literally, it was not really island hopping because we just simply spare a few minutes savoring the beauty of the islets and islands that we've passed through on our way to our real destination-Pandanon Island. What we did was just make a stop in every island, take pictures, pose here and there until we get satiated. On one of our stops, we were not really able to dock near the island (Hilutungan island) because, according to our guide, we are not supposed to disturb the fish sanctuary near it...

Anyway, as we reached our final destination, all the heat of the sun and the pained butts were really paid off when we got there. The place was breathtakingly beautiful with its long sand bar and a white sand. It was worth every penny of our adventure. Even on a high sun, since we got there nearly high noon, every one really made a dip in the cool, clear waters. The place is somewhat yet virginal since nothing on its natural beauty has been altered yet. When the tide is high, you will notice that the island was just a small one but as we departed four hours after we arrived, the tide is now getting lower ang island seemed everlasting wherein it seemed no end of it. We tried to go on the othe side of the island and tried to locate its tail and there we made again another stop and filled our curiosity. We go down from the boat and walk over the sandbar that lengthened the island and there we were mesmerized by the beauty of the sea creatures. There we found different kind of sea species like starfish of different kinds and shapes, seashells, sea urchins and even fossils. We picked some of which, especially the edible ones and then kicked for home.

Appreciating the nature once in a while seemed healthy and helpful in one's being specially after all the stress at work. BFN

Kid's ever favorite chicken sticks recipe

2009-10-17T00:28:00.000-07:00

Kid's ever favorite chicken sticks recipe

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Cebu's favorite chicken sticks recipe

By 888royale

chicken stix

This recipe is so easy to prepare and is very much favored by kids because they consider it as finger food. It is so delicious and soft to bite especially when eaten immediately while it's hot. It can go well with any type of dips, may it be tomato/banana ketchup, mayonnaise, sweet and sour sauce or hot sauce.

Here's how:

1. Prepare the following ingredients:

1/2 k. chicken breast, cut into strips
3 tbsp soy sauce
a pinch of black pepper (optional)
minced garlic
2 cups all purpose flour
2 bread crumbs
2 pieces eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/2 cup of cooking oil

2. Mix the first four ingredients, then set aside for at least 30 minutes to marinate.

3. Once marinated, roll the chicken strips individually on the flour.

4. Dip the flour-coated chicken in the beaten egg.

5. Roll the chicken strips on the bread crumb then drop it directly and individually in the heated oil and cook until golden brown.

6. Once cooked, place it on a clean tissue paper to drain the excess oil then serve.

Treat yourself! Visit Bohol, Philippines.

2009-09-04T00:09:00.000-07:00

Treat yourself! Visit Bohol, Philippines.

chocolate hills,bohol

Bohol is in the central part of the Philippines and is known for its many attractions. One of them is the Chocolate Hills which is one of the nature's wonder. They look like mole hills, or some say, a woman's breast. They are uniform in shape and mostly between 30 to 50 meters high. Each hill is covered with grass and best appreciated during summer season in the Philippines, wherein the grasses turns brown.

Another known attraction that Bohol can offer is its white beaches in Panglao island. Some would say that it is a paradise.It is known forits quite beach resorts and several great wide variety of dive sites. It is one of the old towns in Bohol and history says that it was where the Spaniards went after an unfortunate experience in the nearby island.

How to get there

If you are from outside the Philippines, there are directs flights from NAIA terminal to Tagbilaran, Bohol via Philippines Airlines (visit their website http://www.philippineairlines.com). Another way is taking a flight to Cebu and hail a taxi that will bring you to the port area and take a boat ride to Tubigon or Tagbilaran Bohol. Either way, the boat ride is such a pleasant experience for you will also be able to appreciate the nearby islands that you can pass by.

Once you arrive, there are plenty of tourist guides and tourist operators in the area who will be happy to bring you to these destinations. Most of them offers a whole day tour for the island for a cost of less than a hundred dollars.

It is best that before you go there, please book for a hotel in advance so tha you will have a certain place to sleep for the night for most of the times, the hotels are fully booked.

The new & natural way to have a beautiful skin

2009-09-04T00:07:00.000-07:00

The new & natural way to have a beautiful skin

Not all of us is gifted with a beautiful skin. Most of us needs to consult the dermatologists in order to address skin problems, especially dry skin. Recently, I did try a lot of natural methods just to achieve a supple, soft and beautiful skin. At once, I tried lemon with honey and then applied it to my arms, legs and face. Yes, it did help a little but I think you need to maintain this regimen more often.

After trying all sorts and comparing results with the use of some commercial lotions, none of them has satisfied me. I did remember, once in a long long time ago, I had a friend who was so vain. She told me to try using olive oil, but I just let it pass. This time, I tried it and alas, it really is true.

Here's how:

1. On day time after taking a bath, aplly small amount of olive oil on your arms, legs and face. Let it stay for a few hours.

2. At night time before going to sleep, take a bath again but do not overdo with lathering so that a little amount of oil will stay on your skin for the night. (just like a moisturizer)

In the morning, you'll see the result immediately.

It's not only practical and cheap, it does wonders to your scars too.

Bohol's pride

2009-05-14T05:53:00.000-07:00

Bohol one of the Philippine islands which is worldly known by its magnificent Chocolate hills.Its just a-2 hour boat ride from pier 1 in Cebu City.One can get a ride via Lite shipping en route to Tubigon, Bohol. For one to have a successful and hassle-free tour in Bohol, one may inquire from the web about vans-for-hire or tour packages.

This island and its known tourist destinations can be toured in just a day but you cannot expect to spend more time taking pictures in this locations...

have fun in cebu

2008-10-20T01:28:00.000-07:00

Because of the global crisis every country is experiencing right now, it has been noted that the number of visitors from other countries are falling. Hotels are no longer overbooked and foreign-looking individuals are less visible these days.But to one who care less about this economic downfall, you better pack up now and have a flight booked for Cebu, Philippines because in here, one can still afford to offer a big smile and great hospitality despite the high cost of gasoline nowadays.
Cebu still is the most affordable vacation site and you can extend your happy moments with your loved ones in the nearby islands like Bohol, Bantayan island, Malapascua, Dumaguete,etc. One can easily visit these places thru boats, fast craft or a long drive with boat transfers...If you want some help with the booking, just leave a message or a comment in this blog and leave your email address so that I can help you find the most affordable, if not the most expensive and memorable stay..

Cebu Discovery

2008-09-17T04:34:00.000-07:00

"On March 16, 1521,
When Philippines was discovered
by Magellan,
They were sailing day & night,
across the big ocean,
until they reached Limasawa island.

And when Magellan landed in Cebu City,
Rajah Humabon met him,
They were very happy...

When Magellan visited in Mactan
to Christianize everyone,
But Lapulapu met him on the shore..."

That's an excerpt from the song of the famous Yoyoy Villame who recalled how was Cebu Island and Mactan Island were discovered by then Ferdinand Magellan and then later on town of Mactan was named after the local hero Lapu-lapu (it is Lapu Lapu City).
Before the Spanish era, Cebu was just a sleeping town until such time when Magellan arrived, it is then the start of its civilization and at the same Roman Catholicism has started. It was during the Christianization/Baptism of the people that Sto. Niño was recognized and later on made Cebu famous.
As evidenced by the Spanish regime, one can see many stone-walled buildings/architectures here.One of them is the known Basilica del Senior Sto.Niño, the home of the miraculous Sr.Sto.Niño.It was built five centuries ago by many Cebuanos under the scrutiny of the Spaniards.
Outside the Basilica lies the famous Magellan's Cross and few blocks away is the Fort San Pedro.Just by merely looking on these architectures, one can imagine how many barrels of sweat were shed by those people building it knowing that these were made with bare hands.
Mactan Island is a small island near Cebu mainland.At present, the two islands are now connected with two bridges.Long ago, this island can be reached only by boats.The area where Magellan and Lapulapu had a battle is located few kilometers away from the city proper.The area is presently preserved and the "Battle of Mactan" is re-enacted every April 27 of the year.There is no much architectural evidence of Spanish regime in this area, because they were not allowed to govern in this area and to recall, it is here where Magellan, head of the Spaniards, was killed in the battle.
Presently, Cebu City and Lapulapu City are the most progressive and industrialized cities in the Philippines and the most visited by foreigners.

Cebu, its beautiful beaches and other things visitors enjoy

2008-09-14T05:19:00.000-07:00

Cebu has been one of the most visited place in the Philippines.Most visitors from other parts of the world who had once visited this place would also look forward on going back because of a lot of reasons.One of them are the beautiful beaches and resorts around it. Most of them are located in one of the industrialized and progressive city-the Lapulapu City.One of them is the famous Shangri-la's Mactan Island Resort in Punta Engaño, Mactan where one could really appreciate the beauty of nature with such satisfaction that no money can buy while enjoying its amenities.It also offers services like body spa. Other known resorts are Plantation Bay in Marigondon,Lapulapu City, the Tambuli Resorts in Buyong, the Maribago Blue Water Beach Resort also In Maribago.These are just few the famous resorts here and these are all very accessible from the airport. There some nice spots/beach resorts too are are located farther from this city which are worth your penny,too. One can inquire it from most travel and tour agencies here and our international airport also provides brochures about this.

Cebu also is one of the gateway in going to other nearby islands like Bohol, Bantayan, Camotes, Malapascua where beautiful spots and beaches are also abundant. These are not only what Cebu has to offer.

Cebu and nearby islands-good vacation sites

Newly favoured destination near Cebu

Kid's ever favorite chicken sticks recipe

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Bohol's pride

have fun in cebu

Cebu Discovery

Cebu, its beautiful beaches and other things visitors enjoy