Off Cebu: Calicoan Island- Eastern Samar

Calicoan Island- Eastern Samar

When we covered the Calicoan Surfing Crown ‘07 last October, I had several apprehensions – among them, whether my camera zoom lens would be able to get up close to the surfers, the risks involved in shooting while facing the mighty Pacific Ocean winds, and how fast I’d be able to post-process the photos taken. continue reading » »

Cebu White Sands

Cebu White Sands

The island of Cebu is not just a place where business and entrepreneurship thrive; this is also the place where some of the most beautiful beaches in the Philippines, or even Asia, are found. Sure enough, there are hotels, restaurants and other recreational facilities that area available in the entire region. But where would you find the most relaxing experience, the crystalline waters, cool breeze, pearly and powdery sand as well as both the sunrise and sunset view? The beach of course; and the resort that I’m going to feature now has been just that; a tropical haven that would certainly makes you think you’re in a paradise. continue reading » »

Perth, The Place To Be

Are you planning to spend a weekend or two in Australia? Perth is definitely the place to go. It is a great city to spend your time on-the-lose with whatever type of personality you have, it will definitely fit in. For a classical, naive type – the romantic beach resorts, the St. George’s Terrace, Kings Park Botanical Gardens and the beautiful Swan River are just few of the top spots that the city can offer. For the always on-the-go type, malls at Murray and Hay Street will surely give any “shopaholics” out there the ultimate shopping experience. For a gastronomic delight, a bar and restaurant like Pier 70 is open to serve and satisfy your discriminating palate. And if you need a place to call it a day, there are discount hotels all over the city that offer great value rates and excellent service. One of these hotels is Aarons Perth Hotel. It is located in the heart of the city and close to all shopping malls, city attractions and the transit bus system. Perth accommodation is known the world over and so you are pampered and treated like a royalty.

 

So when you think of coming to Australia, Perth should be on top of your list. Why not try to come and visit now and enjoy a once in a lifetime city experience that Perth can offer.

Pacquiao-Barrera II: A Cebuano’s view

Pacquiao-Barrera II: A Cebuano’s view

Here we are again. The awaited showdown of two of the strongest and finest boxers today is set to trade blows this coming October 6, 2007 (Oct. 7 in Philippine-time) at the Mandalay Bay Resort Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas for the WBC International Super Featherweight Title. People in the Philippines are also geared up to watch these two brawlers go all-out on the ring via live and delayed telecast on home television or the big screen.

The Pacquiao-Barrera II has been in the works for quite some time now and it’s quite relieving that the fight is finally here in just a little less than 48 hours. And I’m pretty sure that the Filipinos, especially the Cebuanos, are going to stay glued to their TVs in Sunday morning. This day has always been considered as family day for the Filipinos and it’s starting to become a tradition whenever Manny Pacquiao’s fight is aired. Many have considered Manny Pacquiao as today’s modern hero since he’s actually the only guy out there who brings the whole Filipino specie into unison. Quite charming and it indeed feels really good. continue reading » »

Cebu Places: Olango Island

Olango Island

One of the best places that I have visited in the vast surrounding of Cebu is the Olango Island. It’s actually located in the next island Mactan but I can certainly say it’s still part of Cebu. Anyway, Olango Island is not the usual place to be unaware of since there are a lot of tourists and visitors that have gathered their way into seeing of what could be one of the rarest sights in today’s modern times. continue reading » »

The Song of the Cebu

What is a Cebu? I have no idea what it means until I have seen this video, Acho moo moo, here we go.

A Band Called Cebu

I guess most Cebuano’s never heard of this band named Cebu. Quite interesting band. Their story goes like this;

“About Cebu…

In 1995, a group of actors from New York were cast in a film to be shot in the Philippines. Spending two months filming in and around the island of Cebu, many of these actors became friends for life. Upon their return to New York two of these actors, Mike Boland and Gus Scharr, began writing songs together.

In need of a guitar player they recruited Patrick Chapman (another actor in the film). It was then that the group Cebu was born.
Performing as a three-man band, Cebu was making good music but there was a missing ingredient. This missing ingredient took the form of Anthony Callarota. With his bass and lead guitar, Cebu was finally complete. “

If you want to know more about this band, click here.