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Cebu Normal University

2008-08-06T07:08:00.000-07:00

Established in 1915, the school itself has always been synonymous with teaching. Starting as an adjunct to the then Cebu Provincial High School, the school has come a long way and has surpassed the tests of time.

The 80’s to the 90’s era saw a rapid increase in the school’s population, thus causing new buildings to be built. These structures now house the three big colleges of the school: College of Teacher Education (CTE), College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), and the College of Nursing (CN), as well as the museum, the Integrated Laboratory School (ILS), the Graduate School(GS) and Balay Alumni.

On June 27, 1998, the school (then called Cebu State College) attained a university status and was named Cebu Normal University. CNU has produced topnotchers in the nursing board exam and in the teacher’s board.

- Wikipedia

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University of San Carlos

2008-08-06T01:27:00.000-07:00

The University of San Carlos (USC) in Cebu City is the oldest school in the Philippines. Founded by Spanish Jesuits in 1595, it is a Catholic institution of higher learning run by the Society of the Divine Word or SVD since 1935. It offers pre-elementary and basic education as well as undergraduate and graduate courses. Further, it offers a broad spectrum of academic programs through its eight colleges.

It consists of four campuses located in different areas of metropolitan Cebu – the main campus along P. del Rosario St., the Talamban campus (TC - Technological Center), the north campus (formerly Boys High) along Gen. Maxilom Ave. (aka Mango Ave.), and the south campus (formerly Girls High) along corners J. Alcantara St., P. Del Rosario Ext. (aka Private) and V. Rama Avenue.

- Wikipedia

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Monster LAN Party at Mandaue Business Month 2008

2008-07-31T07:23:00.000-07:00

Mandaue City is host to what could be the largest LAN party in local history. Hoping to muster 500 gaming computers under one roof, the organizers aim to make Cebu's presence felt in the IT arena.

The fitting venue for the epic LAN Party is the equally spectacular Cebu International Convention Center. The gaming festival starts at 8am on August 23, a Saturday, and stretches a full 24 hours until 8am of the following day.

The following games are planned:

Call of Duty 4
DOTA
Counterstrike Source
NBA Live
Need For Speed

Jump here for more info.

Graphics courtesy of /\/òO at Flickr.

Martin Nievera XXV Concert in Cebu on April 30, 2008

2008-04-18T08:25:00.000-07:00

Concert King Martin Nievera celebrates his 25th year in the music industry by holding a concert filled with songs he has recorded during his 25 years in the music scene. After the premiere event at the Araneta Coliseum on February 1, the concert aptly titled Martin Nievera XXV will also be held on April 30 at the Pacific Grand Ballroom of Waterfront Hotel, Cebu City; May 10 at the Corpus Christi Gym in Cagayan de Oro City; and May 17 at the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga.

Call 232-6888 local 8724 for reservations.

April 2008 Sale Events at Cebu

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From April 11 to May 19, save big on appliance, furniture, athletic equipment, and summer wear for ladies, men and kids at the Summer Sizzles Promo of Metro Gaisano.
SM City Cebu holds the Great 3-day Sale on April 18, 19 and 20. From 10am until 10pm, shop and enjoy discounts of up to 50% on selected items. Be one of the three winners of JVC appliances at stake. Every 500 pesos worth of purchase entitles the shopper to 1 raffle entry.

Cebu Crown Regency Hotel and Towers

2008-04-02T08:09:00.000-07:00

At the Center of Cebu City rises the Fuente Towers, hosting the prestigious Crown Regency Hotel & Towers.

The tallest structure outside Metro Manila, the 23-storey, 22,000-square meter Fuente 1 and its equally arresting twin, the 38-storey, 36,000-square meter Fuente Tower 2 majestically tower over the Queen City of the South. Its location on Fuente Osmeña and right in the pulse of Cebu City places Crown Regency Hotel and Towers in close proximity to the major points of commerce and recreation.

- homepage

	Osmeña Boulevard, Cebu City 6000, Philippines
	+63(32)418-8888
	+63(32)418-5885
	info@crownregency.com
	www.crownregencyhotels.com

FPP Visayas 2008

2008-04-02T07:15:00.000-07:00

The 2nd Food Processing, Packaging and Foodservice Exposition unfolds on April 16-18, 2008 at the Cebu International Convention Center. Touted as the region's biggest and most focused exposition for the food and beverage industry, FPP Visayas 2008 is powered by World Food Expo or WOFEX, the country's biggest and most important international food exposition.

Exhibitors of the following products are expected to join the exposition: Bakery Equipment & Ingredients * Catering Equipment & Supplies * Glasswares / Cutleries / Kitchenware * Chefs Apparel & Accessories * Coffee Machineries Freezers / Chillers / Display Cabinets * All types of Foodservice Equipment * Packaging Machineries & Supplies * Processing Machineries & Supplies Laboratory Testing * Industrial Refrigeration * Inventory Controls * Smokehousing / Cutters / Dryers * Food Additives Flavorings * Warehousing & Storage Supplies * Bottling Equipment/Conveyors * Coding / Printing & Labeling * Service Innovations * POS Scales * Dairy Products * Meats / Seafoods Products * Snack Foods Baked Products * Canned Products * Specialty Food & Beverages * Cart/Kitchen/Display Showcase Fabrication * Allied Products

The event is organized by Premier Events Plus Group, Inc.

	Cebu International Convention Center April 16-19, 2008 10am to 7pm daily
	www.fppvisayas.com

Tambuli Beach Club

2008-03-22T02:38:00.000-07:00

Nestled in a private corner of the historic Mactan Island, Tambuli Beach Club's East Wing (formerly known as the Tambuli Beach Club) boasts of having a wide natural shoreline in an island framed by lush tropical greens and towering coconut trees. Its crystalline blue waters abound with diverse marine life forms of all colors, shapes and sizes.

Tambuli Beach Club's West Wing (formerly known as the Tambuli Beach Villas) boasts of a sparkling and grandiose swimming pool and a number spacious rooms that serve as an excellent venue for business and leisure activities.

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Hilton Cebu Resort & Spa

2008-03-22T02:02:00.000-07:00

Indulge in the spa at the Hilton Cebu Resort & Spa, set in tropical gardens overlooking Mactan Island. Unwind at the pool and private beach or do business in the Executive Lounge with wireless internet access. Sign up for watersports at Cordova Reefs and later dine in one of 6 restaurants and bars. Feast on tapas at Manny O’s, fresh fish at Seas and themed buffets at Vanilla Beach Café or relax in the Hilton Cebu Resort & Spa’s 3 open-air bars.

- Hotel fact sheet

	Punta Engano Mactan Island Lapu-Lapu, Philippines 6015
	+63(32)492-7777
	+63(32)492-7704
	reservations.cebu@hilton.com
	www1.hilton.com

Golden Peak Hotel & Suites

2008-03-21T19:29:00.000-07:00

The Golden Peak Hotel & Suites is conveniently located at the center of Cebu's commercial and financial district. It is within walking distance to major commercial and shopping areas and is less than 30 minutes away by car from Mactan International Airport.

All 140 guestrooms and suites are gracefully designed with a view of dynamic cityscape. These rooms are equipped with satellite cable TV, bath tub, centralized aircon, telephone with IDD and NDD facility.

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	Gorrordo Avenue corner Escario Street Cebu City, Philippines
	+63(32)233-9770, +63(32)233-8111
	+63(32)231-5611
	sales@goldenpeakhotel.com
	www.goldenpeakhotel.com

National Shrine of St. Joseph, Mandaue City

2008-03-19T22:57:00.000-07:00

The centuries old San Jose Church is the only church in the Philippines that has a life-like “Last Supper” with Jesus and his 12 apostles called Señor de Cena. It is one of the rarest religious relic in the orient. During the early years of the Spanish dominion in the Philippine archipelago, the church was the center of the Spanish authority. Catholic priests and missionaries preach Christianity as their first and important task upon reaching the Philippine shores.

In Mandaue, the Jesuits or the Society of Jesus controlled the religious affairs because they were barred from entering Cebu City by their rival religious order, the Augustinians and was forced to look places to minister the gospel northward from Cebu City. At first a small chapel was erected in Estancia. In 1601 the construction of the church started in its present location. The main part of the project was finished about 1638, but although the church was continually used, it suffered alterations and additions so that it was completed in its final form only in 1848.

- Official website of Mandaue City

March 2008 Sale Events in Cebu

2008-03-09T16:59:00.000-07:00

As a salute to the graduates of 2008, Ayala Center Cebu holds a three-day week-end sale. The Graduation Sale starts on March 14, a Friday, and runs until Sunday.

The Metro chain of stores holds its annual Sidewalk Sale on March 14-16, 2008. Metro Gaisano has department stores cum supermarkets at Colon, Mandaue and Ayala Center Cebu. The sale also coincides with the Graduation Sale of Ayala Center Cebu.

See Jake Cuenca, the actor/model of the TV series "Palos", on March 15 (Saturday) at the following Metro Gaisano stores: Metro Colon - 2pm, Supermetro Mandaue - 4pm, Metro Ayala Center - 5pm

Marian Sanctuary in Simala, Sibonga

2008-03-08T18:23:00.000-08:00

The sanctuary of the Virgin Mary has become a pilgrim's destination because of a number of "miracles" attributed to it. In 1998, the statue reportedly "helped" stop the spread of a killer epidemic that plagued the municipality of Sibonga, Cebu.

A decade hence, religious devotees continue to flock to the site for pilgrimage. Every 13th of the month, the shrine draws tens of thousands of visitors. Those seeking divine intervention would leave written prayers and intentions. Some would come to offer gratitude and honor promises.

The sanctuary is located at Upper Lindogon in Barangay Simala and run by the Marian Monks of the Eucharistic Adoration. Is is open daily from 6 am to 6 pm. Masses are held on Saturdays, Sundays and every 13th day of the month.

Bantayan Island

2008-03-07T09:22:00.000-08:00

Situated at the northern tip of Cebu, Bantayan Island is well-known for its powdery white sand and crystal-clear waters. Visitors find it comparable to world-famous Boracay less the crowd.

Bantayan is considered as the Lenten capital of the Visayas. During the Holy Week, both locals and visitors gather at the town center to be part of the Lenten procession. The main attraction is the passion and death of Jesus Christ well illustrated in life-size figures mounted on richly-decorated carrozas.

For travel-related info, check out the Bantayan portal.

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TOTO Live in Cebu on April 2, 2008

2008-03-07T02:11:00.000-08:00

Toto's 2008 World Tour brings the popular band to Cebu and Manila this April. Their Philippine shows are part of the Asian leg covering Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Korea and Japan.

Catch Toto live at the Waterfront Hotel on April 2 (and Araneta Center in Manila on April 3). For ticket sales and reservations, call +63(32)232-6888 / +63(32)412-4512 / +63(32)254-6460.

Purchase your tickets from February 25 to March 15 and avail of the promo prices: White(3500) Gold(2800) Red(2000) Green(1000). Regular ticket prices apply after Macrh 15: White(4000) Gold (3500) Red(2500) Green(1500).

Pacific Grand Ballroom
Waterfront Cebu City Hotel
Salinas Drive, Lahug, Cebu City
April 2, 2008 - 8:00 PM

Find the concert venue on Google Maps here.

Starbucks Coffee Shops in Cebu

2008-03-02T06:11:00.000-08:00

After six years of operations in the Philippines, Starbucks opened its first store in Cebu City on October 3, 2003. The Ayala Center outlet is the 56th Starbucks outlet in the Philippines. The original Starbucks was opened in Seattle, Washington, in 1971.

For the list of outlets in and around Cebu City, use the Starbucks store locator.

Find the Starbucks outlets on Google maps here.

Vis-Min 2008 Travel and Lifestyle Show, March 7-9, Cebu

2008-02-27T09:04:00.000-08:00

An international travel and lifestyle expo will be held at SM City Cebu Trade Hall on March 7-9, 2008. Dubbed as VIS-MIN 2008, the three-day exhibition will showcase the latest range of caravans, motor homes, camping, holiday homes, outdoor accessories as well as product launches from varied manufacturers.

According to Global-Link MP, the event organizer, the exhibits have attracted over 12,800 registered trade buyers coming from all over the country. The event is co-organized by Cebu Travel and Tours Association and Cebu Association of Tour Operator.

Other upcoming events can be found here.

2008-02-25T05:47:00.000-08:00

Where to Dine at Cebu

Cebu dining spots will be listed here under specific offerings or cuisine..

Filipino/Native

	Golden Cowrie Salinas Drive, Lahug, Cebu City
	+63(32)233-4243

	Joven’s Grill and Seafoods A.S. Fortuna Street Banilad, Mandaue City
	+63(32)345-1641

Japanese

	Nonki 219 A.S. Fortuna Street Banilad, Mandaue City
	+63(32)344-5837 / +63(32)422-3159

Hilutungan Island

2008-02-24T23:03:00.000-08:00

Hilutungan is one of the several small islands across Mactan to the east. The western side of Hilutungan Island has recently been designated as a Marine Sanctuary by the Municipality of Cordova. This protected area provides an undisturbed habitat for various marine species.

The shallow waters within the sanctuary are excellent for snorkeling adventures. A wide variety of hard and soft corals, reef fish and invertebrates are easily visible to a snorkeler.

To know where Hilutungan and other diving sites are located, dive here.

Pescador Island

2008-02-24T22:19:00.000-08:00

Pescador Island is a small limestone island in the Tañon Strait, 3km off the western coast of Cebu Island in the Philippines. It is under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Moalboal, Cebu. The marine habitat around the island is a marine reserve...

- Wikipedia

To know where Pescador Island and other diving sites are located, dive here.

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Alegre Beach Resort

2008-02-24T05:10:00.000-08:00

Located along the northern part of Cebu, Alegre Beach Resort is sought for its quaintness and breathtaking scenery.

Escape to a host of individual cabanas set in spectacular natural limestone cliffs - to paradise overlooking the magnificent tropical ocean.

	Calumboyan, Sogod Cebu, Philippines
	+63(32)254-9800/11/22
	+63(32)254-9833
	reserve@alegrebeachresort.com
	www.alegrebeachresort.com

Badian Island Resort & Spa

2008-02-24T04:45:00.000-08:00

The Badian Island Resort & Spa at the southwest side of Cebu is just abt. a 2.5 hours' car drive from Cebu International Airport.

	Badian Island Cebu, Philippines
	+63(32)475-0206
	+63(32)475-1101
	BadianCebu@aol.com
	www.badianhotel.com

Cebu X 2008

2008-02-24T04:38:00.000-08:00

The Cebu International Furniture and Furnishings Exhibition (Cebu X) is the best business opportunity for small, medium, and large Filipino manufacturers to penetrate the global market and find the perfect venue where international buyers and Filipino exhibitors can meet, match needs and grow their businesses.

The show is lauded as Asia’s premiere stop in the region’s circuit of furniture shows for its stylish boutique style presentation of classical, transitional and contemporary designed furnitures and furnishings.

	Cebu International Convention Center Waterfront Cebu City Hotel and Casino Salinas Drive, Lahug, Cebu City March 6 to March 9, 2008 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
	www.cebuexhibition.com

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Verdemar Golf Club

Verdemar Golf Club is an 18-hole course featuring par 6 undulating fairways. Designed by the world-famous Gary Player, Verdemar Golf Club offers a challenging Arizonian layout featuring huge waste bunkers and five natural creeks. Surrounded by cactus plants, abundant tropical trees and the breathtaking view of the sea, this golf course captures the harmonious meeting of the sun, sky, land and sea.

2008-02-24T00:17:00.000-08:00

Cebu International Golf and Resort

Cebu International Golf and Resort is an 18-hole, par 72 course remotely situated on eight lush hectares of the southwestern Cebu town of Badian. The golf course is set amid a majestic landscape of rolling hills and lush greenery.