The Cebuano Budget Traveler

It's more fun in the Philippines!

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 19:21:21 PST

It's more fun in the Philippines and yes DOT is serious! I dont get it why do some people fixin' somthing that aint broken. Well anyway let us support Philippine tourism and anything in between!

http://www.itsmorefuninthephilippines.com/

Schedule of Activities Sinulog 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 19:46:32 PST

Sinulog 2012 Schedule of Activities (Fuente Osmena, January 2-31, 2012)
Dec 01 – Jan 31, 2012	Sinulog Street Fair, Osmeña Blvd.
December 11, 2011	2nd Sinulog Cup Baseball Tournament c/o Cebu City Sports Commission
December 12, 2011	Sinulog on the Spot Painting Contest @ Fort San Pedro
December 16, 2011	Launching and Sinulog Photo Exhibits @SM City
December 17, 2011	Sinulog Poster Making Contest @ Emall
December 30, 2011	Sinulog 2012 Fun Run
December 30, 2011	Sinulog Best Dance Crew Elimination
December 30, 2011	Sinulog Musicfest Elimination

January 05, 2012 (Thursday)	Opening Salvo: Walk with Jesus
4:00 AM	Assembly Time (Area) Fuente Osmeña
4:30 AM	Start of Walk-Fuente Osmeña Blvd. – Basilica del Sto. Niño
5:30 AM	Installation of Hermano & Hermana Mayores 2012

January 06, 2012 (Friday)	Sinulog 2012 Kick Off
2:00PM	Solemn Mass (Basilica del Sto. Niño) sponsored by the Sinulog Foundation Inc and Cebu City government
3:00 PM	Launching Parade (Basilica del Sto. Niño to Cebu City Sports Center)
7:00 PM	Opening and Launching Program, Fuente Osmeña
7:30 PM	Ms. Cebu 2012 Presentation @ Fuente stage
9:00 PM	Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
10:00 PM	Streen Party Bands

January 7, 2012 (Saturday)	Sinulog sa Kabataan – Lalawigan
8:00 AM	2nd SINULOG FOOTBALL CUP c/o Cebu City Sports Commission
1:00 PM	Parade of Participants, Capitol Site to Cebu City Sports Center
2:00 PM	Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Lalawigan, Cebu City Sports Center
4:30 PM	Awarding of Winners
6:30 PM	Cultural Show (Fuente Osmeña) Department of Education, Cebu Province Division
8:00 PM	Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 PM	Concert @ the Fuente O , Street Party Bands

January 8, 2012 (Sunday)	Sinulog sa Kabataan- Dakbayan
4:00 AM	Cebu City 2012 Marathon – www.cebumarathon.com
8:00 AM	2nd SINULOG FOOTBALL CUP c/o Cebu City Sports Commission
1:00 PM	Parade of Participants, Plaza Independencia to Cebu City Sports Center
2:00 PM	Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Dakbayan, Cebu City Sports Center
4:30 PM	Awarding of Winners
6:30 PM	Cultural Show (Fuente Osmeña)
8:00 PM	Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 PM	Concert @ the Fuente O, Street Party Bands

January 9, 2012 (Monday)
6:30 PM	Cultural Show (Fuente Osmeña) University of Southern Philippines, Cebu Institute of Technology University, St. Paul’s College Foundation
8:00 PM	Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 PM	Concert @ the Fuente O , Street Party Bands

January 10, 2012 (Tuesday)
6:30 PM	Cultural show (Fuente Osmeña)
8:00 PM	Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 PM	Concert @ the Fuente O , Street Party Bands

January 11, 2012 (Wednesday)
9:00 AM	Airport Welcome (Balikbayan Flights)
6:30 PM	Cultural Shows (Fuente Osmeña) Department of Education, Cebu City Division
7:00 PM	Ms. Cebu 2012 Coronation Night, Waterfront Lahug Hotel
8:00 PM	Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 PM	Concert @ the Fuente O , Street Party Bands

January 11-22, 2012	Sinulog Fiesta “OTOP Fair 2012″ Atrium A & B SM City Cebu Organized by Department of Trade & Industry -Cebu
January 12, 2012 (Thursday)
9:00 AM	Airport Welcome (Balikbayan Flights)
10:00 AM	Sinulog Festival Queen 2012 Photo Shoot
6:30 PM	Cultural Shows (Fuente Osmeña) Salazar Colleges of Science Institute of Technology, Cebu Normal University, Asian College of Technology
6:00 PM	Balik Cebu, Welcome Party @ Ayala Center Cebu
8:00 PM	Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
8:00 PM	Handumanan @ Ayala Terraces
9:00 PM	Concert @ the Fuente O , Street Party Bands

January 13, 2012 (Friday)	Visual Merchandising Contest (Dept. Stores and Malls)
4:00 AM	Walk with Mary (Area) Fuente Osmeña-Sto. Niño
9:00 AM	Solidarity Meeting (All Competing Contingent / Floats / Higante / Puppteers) @ Cebu City Sports Center Gym
5:00 PM	Sinulog Best Dance Crew Grand Finals
6:30 PM	Cultural Shows (Fuente Osmeña) University of San Jose Recoletos, Southwestern University, Cebu Technological University
7:30 P.M	Metro Cebu Popular Music Festival, Cebu Coliseum
7:30 P.M	Sinulog Festival Queen 2012, Cebu City Sports Center
9:00 PM	Concert @ the Fuente O , Street Party Bands

January 13-15, 2012
9:00 AM	Devotees’ City organized by Cebu City Government
January 14, 2012 (Saturday)
6:00 AM	Fluvial Procession of the Miraculous Image of Sto. Niño
9:00 AM	Re-enactment of the Baptism of Queen Juana and Rajah Humabon Basilica del Sto. Niño
12:00 PM	8TH “THE STREET VIBRATION & BIG BIKE RALLY 2012, by V-max Owner’s Group, Inc. Cebu Chapter
2:00 PM	Solemn Procession of the Miraculous Image of Sto. Niño
7:00 PM	Sinulog Fireworks Competition @ SM City Cebu
7:00 PM	Street party @ Fuente Osmeña and Plaza Independencia
8:00 PM	Kasadya Nite Mardi Gras @ Ayala Center Cebu

January 15, 2012 (Sunday)	SINULOG GRAND PARADE
4:00 AM	Mañanita Mass @Basilica del Sto. Niño
6:00 AM	Pontifical mass with His Eminence Ricardo J. Cardinal Vidal
9:00 AM	Sinulog Grand Parade Carousel Kick Off
7:00 PM	Grand Fireworks, Cebu City Sports Center
7:30 PM	Street Party Bands, Fuente Osmeña

January 16, 2012 (Monday)
1:00 PM	Awarding Ceremonies, Cebu City Sports Center

January 20, 2012 (Friday)	“HUBO”
4:00 AM	“HUBO Mass” Ritual @ Basilica del Sto. Niño

January 21-22, 2012	CEBU CHESS FESTIVAL – “WORLD’S LARGEST CHESS TOURNAMENT” @ the Cebu City Sports Center
January 28, 2012 (Saturday)
1:00 P.M	Screening of Finaslists Short Film/Video Documentary Contest
1:30 P.M	Sinulog 2012 Winning Photo Exhibits
6:00 P.M	Awarding Ceremonies Photo Contest and Video Documentary Contest @SM City Cebu

January 28 – Feb. 10, 2012	Photo Exhibits “Winning Photos Sinulog ‘10 @SM City Cebu
For more information: Contact Us at 253700, 2545010, telefax 4164548 source: Sinulog2012

CebuPacific Halloween Promo (Piso Fare) 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 11:26:06 PDT

Cebu Pacific Halloween treat is up for a limited period up to November 1, 2011 or until seats last!

CebuPacific Halloween Promo (Piso Fare) 2011 reservation, pls check their website..

Cebu Pacific Credit Card Deals

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 09:49:16 PDT

Use your HSBC Core Visa credit card anywhere and get P1,000 Cebu Pacific Gift Certificates that you can use to purchase travel tickets to any local destination with just 5 charge slips worth P3, 000 each. Plus, continue to earn bonus points which you can use to redeem Rewards items or miles.

Fine Print : Redemption is until November 30, 2011

For CITIBANK VISA Get a free one-way ticket to any destination when you get approved by October 15, 2011.

Enjoy exclusive privileges with the Cebu Pacific Citibank Card.

Receive SMS and email alerts 2 hours before the seat sale is announced to the public.

Earn never-expiring CEB Points to redeem e-vouchers and book online without restrictions on fares and destinations

Enjoy VISA Platinum Privileges

Robinsons-Cebu Pacific MasterCard

Fly or Buy? Get a credit card that gives you a chance to enjoy BOTH for FREE.

Features

Fly/Buy points for all your spending

For Classic MasterCard: Earn one (1) Fly/Buy Point for every P200 spend anywhere. Earn double Fly/Buy Points for every P200 spend when you shop at any Robinsons stores or purchase Cebu Pacific tickets at www.cebupacificair.com or any Cebu Pacific ticketing office.

For Gold MasterCard: Earn one (1) Fly/Buy Point for every P200 spend anywhere. Earn double Fly/Buy Points for every P200 spend when you purchase Cebu Pacific tickets at www.cebupacificair.com or any Cebu Pacific ticketing office and when you use your card abroad. Earn triple Fly/Buy Points for every P200 spend when you shop at any Robinson Stores.

(Terms and Condition apply)

Ocean Bay Beach Resort Dalaguete

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:36:56 PDT

Experience Cebu with your friends with a 2D/1N good for 4 at Ocean Bay Beach Resort (Valued at P2400)

Escape all the buzzing sounds of traffic and city life and be in one with nature with a 2D/1N accommodation for 4 at Ocean Bay Beach Resort. Ocean Bay Beach Resort is a privately owned boutique beach resort situated 4500 square meter of foreshore land, with a 200-meter long shoreline. With 20 air-conditioned rooms, most have direct views to the ocean. All rooms are equipped with T.V, refrigerators, toilets and a hot and cold shower and promises peace and tranquility as you relax and enjoy the ocean’s breeze. The resort also has a Hideaway Restaurant and bar is partly situated directly above water and serves a mixture of Asian and European cuisines. You can also enjoy billiards, karaoke and Satellite TV with your friends and family after a meal or two. Still stay connected as the whole resort has free WIFI for each guest. For more details about the promo and how to purchase pls visit ensogo

Ocean Bay Beach Resort

how to get there:

Buses and v-hire from SouthBus Terminal (cebu city) leaves at half an hour interval going to dalaguete. The resort is along the highway just ask the driver to drop off at the resort. Fare is around P80 for the non-aircon and P120 for the air-con buses and v-hires. Taxi is also available but expensive. Distance from Mactan International Airport is 100km and 84km from Cebu City.

Contact:

Rufa & Willem L. Kupers

Guiwanon, Poblacion Dalaguete, Cebu

Philippines 6022

+63 032 4848 003

info@oceanbaybeachresort.com

reservation@oceanbaybeachresort.com

Kenneth Cobonpue's Proposal of NAIA1 Makeover

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 19:08:58 PDT

"Its time someone did something about the worst airport in the world. So we made this design because we believe that no matter how beautiful our country is, our airports give the first and last impressions. This plan is relatively inexpensive and simple to adapt. The plan also involves renovating the interiors to allow faster flow of travelers between security, immigration and departure. The first step has been done. Lets hope our government moves on this proposal quickly." taken from Kenneth Cobonpue Facebook page.

Just a little background, Kenneth Cobonpue is an Internationally recognized designer for his classy furniture and concept products. His client includes Hollywood celebrities and European multinational corporation. He grew up and was raised in Cebu and most of his designs somehow were inspired by Cebu and the surrounding islands he said.

Kenneth Conbonpue, Budji Layug, Royal Pineda in cooperation with NCCP (National Competitiveness Council of the Philippines) [it's the first time I heard of this council actually but whatever that is forgive my ignorance) proposed a pro-bono design of NAIA1 make-over and renovation. As we all know NAIA1 is one of the worst International airport in the world and it's about time we do something about it.

A pro-bono proposal of NAIA1 make-over from Budji Layug, Royal Pineda and Kenneth Cobonpue in cooperation with the National Competitiveness Council of the Philippines.

watch the video here

Royal Vista Resort Room Rate

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:16:02 PDT

The Royal Vista Resort and Function Center at Imelda Aroma Mountain Paradise which locals also calls Aroma Beach Resort is the only resort of its kind in the Visayas and Mindanao (as they claim). Located in Maca-as, Catmon, Cebu just a few hours from Cebu City.

Overnight stay rates are as follows:

TYPE OF ACCOMMODATIONS

Waterview Room (standard)* ------------------------------- Php 1,400.00
Waterview Room (deluxe)** ------------------------------- Php 1,600.00
Waterside Room (standard)* ------------------------------- Php 1,400.00
Waterside Room (deluxe)** ------------------------------- Php 1,600.00
Riverside Room ------------------------------- Php 1,850.00

OTHER SERVICES

Additional person --------------- Php 200.00
Extra Futon Bed --------------- Php 225.00
Transfer Rates (pick up from Airport only) -------------- Contact us for rates

* Standard Room does not include television and mini refridgerator
** Deluxe Room includes television and mini refridgerator
-- Per room/rates are double occupany (2 adults) and up to 2 kids (11 yrs & below) for free.
-- Check in time is at 12:00 noon, unless otherwise specified upon request.
-- Check out time is 23 hours after the check in time.

For example: A guest checks in on a Thursday at 12:00 noon, check out time is on
Friday at 11:00 am.

Royal Vista Resort Room Rates are subject to change without prior notice**

CALL NOW FOR RESERVATIONS AT +63 32 430-9441 OR EMAIL AT RESORTINFO@ROYALVISTARESORT.COM

pls post a comment for questions and inquiries.

Bantayan Island Ferry/Boat Schedule

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 20:53:28 PDT

From Cebu City take a 1-2 hour bus/van ride at NorthBus Terminal to Hagnaya wharf in San Remigio. First schedule trip is at 4am which leaves at an interval of 15 minutes for the buses while 45 minutes for the van.

Bantayan Island Ferry/Boat Schedule

SHUTTLE FERRY

DAILY SCHEDULE OF TRIPS

SANTA FE TO HAGNAYA
DEPARTURE
6:00 A.M.
8:30 A.M.
10:30 A.M.
12:30 P.M.
2:30 P.M.
4:30 P.M.

HAGNAYA TO SANTA FE
DEPARTURE
7:00 A.M.
8:00 A.M.
10:30 A.M.
12:30 P.M.
2:30 P.M.
4:30 P.M.

SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

For more information pls. contact:
Hagnaya Ticket Booth tel. no. 09195251388 (Benjie Capuras)
Sta. Fe Ticket Booth tel. no. 09187047196 (Apollo Mayol)

LCT ISLAND 1

SANTA FE TO HAGNAYA

Departure -Time Arrival Time
5:00 A.M.- 6:00 A.M.
7:30 A.M.- 8:30 A.M.
9:30 A.M.- 10:30 A.M.
11:30 A.M.- 12:30 A.M.
1:30 P.M.- 2:30 A.M.
3:30 P.M.- 4:30 A.M.
5:00 P.M. (every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday)

HAGNAYA TO SANTA FE

Departure- Time Arrival Time
3:00 A.M. - 4:00 A.M.
5:00 A.M.- 6:00 A.M.
6:30 A.M.- 7:30 A.M.
9:30 A.M.- 10:30 A.M.
11:00A.M.- 12:00 NN
1:30 P.M. -2:30 P.M.
3:30 P.M.- 4:30 P.M.
5:30 P.M.- 6:30 P.M.

SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

For mor information pls. call at:

Hagnaya Ticket Booth tel. no. 09222845892 (Greg)
09228759769 (Yaon)
Sta. Fe Ticket Booth

Cebu Office Nos. 09228024373 (An-an) - Landline 416-6883

Bantayan Office Nos. 09224354167 Smart 09186616609 (Bebe)

**Schedules are subject to change without prior notice

source: Bantayan.gov.ph

HunaHuna Beach Resort Catmon

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:29:38 PDT

Ensogo.com.ph a living social company that offers discounted rate on basically anything is offering best-value for your P900. Yes, you heard it right! I myself could not believe it at first but the discount is up for grab for a limited time. Immerse in posh Cebu lifestyle with a 2D/1N accommodation for 2 at HunaHuna Beach Resort, Catmon, Cebu (Valued P 2000).

Huna2x Beach Resort Catmon

Location:

HunaHuna Beach Resort

Buyo, Binungkalan catmon Cebu

For inquiries and reservation, please contact us:

Phone: 09173719741 / 09322242375
Email: aghunahunaresort@yahoo.com

For details or if you want to purchase go to ensogo.com.ph

Photo courtesy of Ensogo.com.ph

JVR Island in the sky resort!

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:48:45 PDT

Location

Gaas, balamban, Cebu, 06045 Cebu City, Philippines

Hours

Mon - Fri:	7:00 am	-	10:00 pm
Sun:	7:00 am	-	10:00 pm

About

JVR Island in the Sky is located in Barangay Gaas in Balamban and is known as the "little Baguio" of Cebu. Its cool mountain temperature is similar to that of Baguio. The JVR "Island in the Sky Resort is located along the Transcentral Highway that traverses from Cebu City to Balamban.

General Information	For reservations you may call us @ Telephone No's: (032) 516-6654 or (032) 516-4112 and Cell #: 0906-1395385 and look for Johnny Delos Reyes. INFORMATION: We have closed cottages for overnight stay: RATE: A: One thousand five hundred pesos (P1,500) it will accommodate (6) six persons. B: Two Thousand five hundred pesos (P2,500) will accommodate (14) persons. NOTE: WE WILL PROVIDE EXTRA FOAM/ BEDDING (FREE OF CHARGE.) ENTRANCE FEE: 50 PESOS (ADULT), 25 PESOS (CHILDREN). CABLE CAR: 150 PER PERSON ZIP LINE: 40 PESOS EACH. SWIMMING POOL: 50 PESOS ( SUNDAY ONLY). E-mail us @ jvr_island@ymail.com
Parking	Parking Lot

General Information

For reservations you may call us @ Telephone No's: (032) 516-6654 or (032) 516-4112 and Cell #: 0906-1395385 and look for Johnny Delos Reyes.

INFORMATION:

We have closed cottages for overnight stay:

RATE:

A: One thousand five hundred pesos (P1,500) it will accommodate (6) six persons.

B: Two Thousand five hundred pesos (P2,500) will accommodate (14) persons.

NOTE: WE WILL PROVIDE EXTRA FOAM/ BEDDING (FREE OF CHARGE.)

ENTRANCE FEE: 50 PESOS (ADULT), 25 PESOS (CHILDREN).

CABLE CAR: 150 PER PERSON

ZIP LINE: 40 PESOS EACH.

SWIMMING POOL: 50 PESOS ( SUNDAY ONLY).

E-mail us @ jvr_island@ymail.com

Parking

Parking Lot

Email	jvr_island@ymail.com
Phone	516-6654 / 516-4112

My dream of a Camiguin Weekend!

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 15:58:35 PDT

I haven't blog seriously my entire life until I saw Airphil Express promo on my facebook newsfeed. Oh yes, I'm freakin' serious. I write just for the heck of it, nothing professional or something. I tried writing before to save up for my retirement but I just recently realized it would take me 60 years before I can take advantage of it so without hesitation I drop the idea. And here I am writing for a Camiguin weekend. Hoping that Airphil will take me to the streets of Camiguin dancing to the beat of Lanzones festival.

I grew up in the outskirts of Mindanao and traveled as far as Zamboanga, Davao and Lanao del Sur but I haven't been to Camiguin or experience Lanzones festival for that matter. For all the good reason fate always has its funny ways in cancelling all of my leisure plans for Camiguin.

And now that I have all the luxury of time on every perfect sunny weekend, I don't have any money to spend for it. I hope this time fate will do me a favor and help me answer this important question at the moment 'Why do you want to experience and join Lanzones Festival?' After few considerations my answer is nothing special, I want to prove myself the things I heard so much about the festival and Camiguin as a whole without spending too much. The things I heard before I hope it's the same thing they have until now. The sugary white-sand beaches, hot and cold springs, friendly and hospitable people and specially the parade of free lanzones itself are just a few that I am looking forward to.

For now I will just sit here sipping lemonade preparing my stuff for a Camiguin weekend. (me just wishful thinking Haha)

"Experience MassKara Festival, Hermosa Festival and Lanzones Festival this October. Airphil Express flies daily to BACOLOD, ZAMBOANGA and CAGAYAN DE ORO from Cebu and Manila. Visit www.airphilexpress.com to book!

Where in the world is CEB?

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 17:08:18 PDT

"Who the hell is CEB by the way?" My friend asked me out of sheer innocent stupidity. For almost 5 years of flying Cebu Pacific she don't have a single idea of where was who. And I thought I know the answer too. So we ended up reading the whole post and realized Cebu Pacific just recently baptized their mascot naming it 'Ceb'. And to spread the word they launch a promo "Where in the world is CEB?".

For details please don't ask me just stare and you will see!

Argao hotels etc.

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 05:16:38 PDT

Woodruff Beach and Restaurant
Tulic Argao (032-367-7388)

Aballes Apartelle
Looc Argao

Bamboo Paradise Beach Resort
523 Poblacion Argao (info@bamboo-philippines.de)

Looc Garden Resort
Looc Argao (32-485-9516)

Pool Garden Mountain Resort
6406 cancainap, tulic Argao (+639197275486)

Riverstone Castle Resort
Jomgao, Argao (Contact No. (032)2618883)

Sea Breeze Resort
Looc Argao (09209105571)

Lawis Beach Park
Looc, Argao (032-4858404)

Pls post a comment for your questions and inquiries!

Everything you need to know about Argao!

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 05:18:48 PDT

Oh and by the way just in case you do not know the former Chief Justice of the country grew up in Argao. And yes I am talking about Hilario Davide. Argao is a simple yet vibrant town located in southeastern part of Cebu province and approximately 68 kilometers form Cebu city. It is one of the oldest town in the country evident by its colonial structures, old churches and houses dated way back the 15th and 16th century. In fact they just celebrated their 400 years of township. Argao is famous for their "torta" a local pastry, 'Balay sa Agta", and their free wifi access in town center. Bugasok falls and Riverstone Castle Resort are also fast-becoming tourist destination among locals.

Tourist and visitors can take advantage of lodging houses, beach resorts and hostels in Argao for as low as P450 a night. Argao is very accessible by Bus (southbus terminal) from Cebu City for only P80. From poblacion argao you can take a tricycle going to the nearest beach resorts which normally charges P7-10.

If you have question pls feel free to post it on the comment section.

Thanks and enjoy!

The Old-Fashioned Colon Street

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 22:28:54 PDT

You've been to Cebu if you already crossed the oldest street in the Philippines, and yes I am talking about Colon. It was built by Spaniards during the 16th century and was named after Christopher Columbus whose name in Spanish is Cristobal Colon. Colon failed to preserved its business district reputation but successfully restored it's historical and glorious past. Feel the nostalgia and take a glimpse of its history through old buildings and structures. Colon is at the heart of downtown area and is very accessible by local transportation.

Yay! Cebuano Budget Traveler just went mobile!

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 06:28:20 PDT

As a traveler myself I understand the need to accessible information as much as possible . So I upgrade my blog to be mobile device friendly so you wont be having problem accessing it on whatever mobile phone you are using while you are on the go. Again making your life a lot easier is what I do. Enjoy y'all!

Cebu Pacific Zero Fare!

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 17:08:18 PDT

I dont normally book promo fare but today I make an excemption and before I get to the website 'thank you' page, the humongous fuel surcharge, taxes and baggage fee keep holding my back. So thanks but no thanks!

Camotes Island Ferry/Boat Schedule

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 20:13:52 PDT

Boat Schedule from Mainland Cebu to Camotes Island (as of march 2011)

Time--Origin--Destination--Vessel

530AM--Ouano Port--Poro, Camotes--Ave Maria pumpboat
530AM--Danao Port--Consuelo, Camotes--Jomalia Shipping
630AM--Danao Port--Consuelo, Camotes--Super Shuttle Ferry
830AM--Danao Port--Consuelo, Camotes--Jomalia Shipping900AM--Pier 1(Cebu City)--Poro, Camotes--Golden Shipping Fastcraft
1030AM--Danao Port--Consuelo, Camotes--RJR pumpboat

1200NN--Danao Port--Consuelo, Camotes--Jomalia Shipping
100PM--Danao Port--Poro, Camotes--Super Shuttle Ferry
530PM--Pier 1(Cebu City)--Poro, Camotes--Golden Shipping Fastcraft
530PM--Danao Port--Consuelo, Camotes--Jomalia Shipping

Note: Consuelo Port is only 10 minutes away from the resort while Poro Port is 35-40 minutes away from the resort. It is better to take the Danao Port to Consuelo Port route.

Boat Schedule from Camotes Island to Mainland Cebu
Time--Origin--Destination--Vessel

530AM--Consuelo Port--Danao Port--Jomalia Shipping
600AM--Poro Port--Pier 1(Cebu City)--Golden shipping Fastcraft
900AM--Consuelo, Camotes--Danao Port--Jomalia Shipping
1000AM--Consuelo Port--Danao Port--Super Shuttle Ferry
1100AM--Poro Port--Ouano Wharf--Sto Nino de Cebu pumpboat
1200NN--Poro, Camotes--Pier 1, Cebu City--Golden Shipping Fastcraft
200PM--Consuelo Port--Danao Port--Jomalia Shipping
400PM--Consuelo Port--Danao Port--Jomalia Shipping
500PM--Poro Port--Danao Port--Super Shuttle Ferry

Travel duration is approximately two(2) hours.

Fare:
Jomalia--P-200.00(A/C), -P-180.00(Non A/C)Golden Shipping Fastcraft -P-560(one day advance-RT)
Sto Nino de Cebu(pumpboat) -P-180.00
Super Shuttle Ferry-P180.00

Danao Port going to Consuelo Port In Camotes Island

Source: Masamayor's Beach House and Resort

Cebu Srp Tunnel

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 21:48:49 PDT

Here are some few tips if you are riding a commuter taxi or driving your own vehicle going southbound like Talisay, Naga , Carcar etc. Take the Srp tunnel to avoid traffic and lessen your travel time. There are 3 main exit if you just want to avoid traffic and do some shortcut. If you're heading labangon, punta princesa and basak pardo, take the mambaling exit. While Inayawan exit will lead you to inayawan, pardo and lower talisay area and going to talisay city just take the talisay exit. Exit signs are visible so you can skip your map and just enjoy the ride.

Here comes Barili..

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 06:41:24 PDT

It was a sunny sunday when we decided to go up south with my workmates when we notice a sign along the way saying, 'this way to mantayupan' so we pull over and take a look. It was the unnotice Mantayupan Falls of Barili a town before Moal-boal which was our destination. Barili is a bustling municipality 61 kilometers southwest of Cebu City or just about 1hour bus ride.

The word Barili comes from the name of a local grass called balili. The municipality was founded in 1632, though the parish of Barili was established in 1614. A cross was planted bySpaniards led by Captain Juan Juarado at their arrival at 1602, and still exists today. (wikipedia)

The falls is best accessible going to the town proper where roads are paved and cemented all throughout. Public utility vehicles are also easily accessible.

Sinulog 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 03:33:47 PST

The most loved festival in the Philippines is once again crowding the street of Cebu with all the ensembles and street dancing unique to the region. The festival which is celebrated and embraced by most locals is now gaining popularity abroad. Tourist flock the city every year to witness the event and is growing with a decent number exponentially. Sinulog grand parade happens every third sunday of january in celebration of the feast of Sr. Sto. Nino!

Hotel room discount!

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 05:26:00 PDT

Whether your skipping town this month or just to distress yourself from office stuff and hide away somewhere this special discount will got you covered. This is my way of saying 'thank you' for visiting my blog.

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The programme's been really popular with around 65,000 bookings made by people taking advantage of the special rates in just two months. There's been so much demand that the programme's been extended indefinitely for bookings made up to 50 weeks in advance.

I'm making this special insider deal available to you, and all you have to do is comment anything about 'cebu', please include your email so I will send you the promo link."

**by the way the author work for Intercontinental Hotels Group

Cebu Pacific's lucky 88

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 08:08:17 PDT

Wait no more treeps (travel pips) because cebu pacific has another treat. For as low as P88* boracay is just a bus-fare away.

Balamban: Island in the Sky! (Updated 9/11)

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:51:12 PDT

Island in the Sky is a mountain resort in Barangay Gaas, Balamban. There really isn't much to see except for the wonderful view of mountains. :) My mom just desperately wanted to see the place. Its cool if you just want to enjoy the peace and quiet.

The resort can be reached by V-hires to Balamban (its on the left side). The ones that I saw were GT Express. We passed by a lot of those on the way to the place and going home. The views leading up to Balamban is cool as well coz you get to pass Trans-central Highway. :) We didn't stop to take pictures though. Baaaddd.

taken here

For details pls check my updated post here JVR Island in the Sky

Pizza in Bogo Cebu

noreply@blogger.com (Nenan) — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 20:45:38 PST

Addie and I had a lunch stop at Bogo's Pizza Pub by the plaza. I later found out that this place was a refurbished ancestral home of my friend Jason Verallo. He later texted "Thanks for the funds then. The rent subsidizes our hedonistic lifestyle." Pizza and Pub is owned by a German expat who rents it from the Verallos. The pizza is great. I saw an orange paper skeleton dangling from the window at the back of the house. I thought, "Yup, this is Jason's house alright. He used to have a collection of animal skulls before." Anyway, I love the interiors, very Mexican beach-y.

The author Jose Santos who apparently loves pizza in Bogo is the Katunista of the Dammed

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Schedule of Activities Sinulog 2012

Sinulog 2012 Schedule of Activities

CebuPacific Halloween Promo (Piso Fare) 2011

Cebu Pacific Credit Card Deals

Ocean Bay Beach Resort Dalaguete

Kenneth Cobonpue's Proposal of NAIA1 Makeover

Royal Vista Resort Room Rate

Bantayan Island Ferry/Boat Schedule

HunaHuna Beach Resort Catmon

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HunaHuna Beach Resort

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JVR Island in the sky resort!

My dream of a Camiguin Weekend!

Where in the world is CEB?

Argao hotels etc.

Everything you need to know about Argao!

The Old-Fashioned Colon Street

Yay! Cebuano Budget Traveler just went mobile!

Cebu Pacific Zero Fare!

Camotes Island Ferry/Boat Schedule

Cebu Srp Tunnel

Here comes Barili..

Sinulog 2011

Hotel room discount!

Cebu Pacific's lucky 88

Balamban: Island in the Sky! (Updated 9/11)

Pizza in Bogo Cebu