The Terraces At Ayala Center Cebu

It was about a couple of year ago when Ayala Center Cebu closed down the lagoon side for reconstruction. Unlike other renovations or reconstructions from other establishments around town, this had the element of surprise tagging along it. It was covered from every inch, so that mall goers would ask about what’s really going on at that side of the mall as they pass by and as they remember the old look of the lagoon, which some people wished to see again. That new part was named the “The Terraces”, and that’s just about the only information people knew.

As time passed mall goers got used to that covered construction site and became more eager to see the results. When the big day came, I happen to be at the Ayala Center without any hint that it was the unraveling of “The Terraces”.

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Mactan Island Aquarium

Mactan Island Aquarium is another new must visit place in Cebu Philippines. The newest attraction features a wide variety of fishes that showcases the abundance of resources in the country. This will take you into an exciting tour underwater, which was only available in some other countries years back. Luckily, Mr. Dylan Taylor, a British Marine Biologist who also married a Filipina took a huge appreciation of the rich marine resource and made this aquarium possible.

*image was sourced from Mactan Island Aquarium Facebook page.

The Mactan Island Aquarium is located at Barangay Basak, which is just a few minutes away from the airport and the City proper.

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The World Class Tingko Beach in Alcoy

If you are visiting Cebu, one of the most popular getaways is Tingko Beach Resort located at Alcoy. This small province of Cebu City, Philippines is not only known for its culture and traditions, but most of all with this great white sandy beach. When people hear about Alcoy, the first thing that comes in mind is Tingko. Locals and foreigners who have been in this beach can only say nothing but great things about their whole experience in this beautiful spot.

*image was sourced from the Cebu Province official website Cebu.gov.ph

Unlike other beaches around Cebu, Tingko beach offers the lowest prices especially in accommodation. An overnight stay at one of the known resorts could only cost you a fraction of what you have to pay when you are on the other side of the town. Price may seem to be the gauge for quality, but here, you will definitely get more than what you pay for.

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Scuba Diving at Panagsama Beach Moalboal Cebu

Cebu houses some of the best beaches in the Philippines or even around the world. If you are in love with what’s underneath the sea, you should go to Panagsama Beach Moalboal Cebu. It is a 3-4 hour land trip from Cebu City going south. The long hours may seem to give you second thoughts in going to the location, but wait until you discover what awaits you in this famous province in Cebu.

Among the top 10 dive sites in the Philippines is Panagsama Beach Moalboal Cebu. Foreigners and locals consider this as one of the perfect dive sites in the world because of what’s hidden underneath the sea. There you can find all sorts of marine life, giving you the most unforgettable experience. Who knows? You might be able to see and encounter the harmless whale-shark as you descend into a whole new world. The breath taking beauty of the corals and fishes will render you speechless.

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Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House in Cebu

The Yap-Sandiego ancestral house is located at 155-Lopez Jaena corner Mabini Street in Cebu’s Parian, just a few steps away from the Parian Monument. Considered to be one of the oldest, if not the oldest, residential houses in the Philippines, it was built sometime between 1675 and 1700. It was originally owned by Maria, Eleutorio, and Consolacion Yap – early Chinese merchants.

*images are sourced from the Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House page at Facebook.

It was still the home of Doña Maria Yap when she married Parian’s Cabeza de Barangay in the 1880s, Don Mariano Sandiego.

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Islands Banca Cruises Summer Promo

Summer Promo til June 30!!

Islands Banca Cruises summer promo with the Family and Barkada Package will be running until JUNE 30, 2009! The season is far from over and so make the most of your summertime and go island hopping in Cebu!

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Barili’s Pride: Mantayupan Waterfalls

Mantayupan Waterfalls stays humble though it is considered as one of the tallest waterfalls in Cebu. Standing at around 200 feet with a minor waterfall at 90, the sight and the sound of splashing water will make you believe it is a true gift from heaven. Adding to that are the misty feel and the cool breeze that is no short than refreshing and relaxing.

Only a few locals Cebu are actually aware of the existence of a wonderful water form in that southern town Barili. Perhaps because in 1985 (until more than ten years later), it was closed down during or after the construction of a hydroelectric plant using the Mantayupan Falls to increase the capacity of the Cebu Electric Cooperative I.

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Cebu Resorts: Hilton Cebu Resort and Spa

 

Cebu Resorts: Hilton Cebu Resort and Spa

The incoming 2008 Kentucky Derby has been all around the Internet news. Of course, it is going to be a lovely week for horse racing fanatics, who will congregate at Louisvile, Kentucky, USA. That sure is something to look forward too, especially for a friend of mine who recently gave me his opinion about one of the spectacular resorts in Cebu, the Hilton Cebu Resort and Spa.

I was doing my rounds in the Internet actually and had to reserve a seat for the incoming movie, Iron Man, but found rather disturbing news about Dennis Rodman, former player of San Antonio Spurs, Detroit Pistons and Chicago Bulls. I wish him good luck though. continue reading » »

K1 Family KTV

K1 Family KTV

A weekend is not complete without the believed relaxation that most people think about. There are malling, shopping, watching movies, Sunday television shows, and others. To most people though, these “relaxations” are after they visit the church. I, myself, am able to recognize this fascination that most of us experience, especially when we want to relax. And relaxing would mean to be entertained, or to just enjoy something worth it, or unwind from a tedious weekday. continue reading » »

Marine Village Dive Shop

Marine Village Dive Shop

What do you know? It’s already March. And that means we have a few weeks away from experiencing yet another fabulous summer, or should I say looking for cover from that heat, or, basking under the shade of a tree in a beautiful beach. Of course, it wouldn’t be fun if we all just sit there and enjoy the stunning stroke of beauty across the horizon that simply gives away the exquisite beauty of nature. That simply is a literature, I suppose. continue reading » »