Camotes Islands
by Christian Mack on October 1, 2013Being an archipelago, the Philippines boast a great many islands where nature is still at full bloom, and where there are many fascinating sights left to be explored. Of these, the Camotes Islands are among som of the more interesting ones, with many features to leave the visitor in amazement. Once known as the "Lost Horizon of the South," the Camotes has seen increased visitors and tourism especially over the past years, with a growing expatriate community.
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Fort San Pedro Museum
by Christian Mack on September 24, 2013Cebu is the first Spanish settlement and the oldest city in the Philippines, so it is indeed rich in culture and history. Among the many historical landmarks the city has to offer, Fort San Pedro is one attraction that should not be missed for its significance and value to the people of Cebu throughout the ages. This is best shown in its museum, where a lot of artifacts from the Spanish era up to the present are preserved and shown to the public. Inside the fort are housed the legacies of the Spanish Government, which include well preserved Spanish artifacts such as Spanish documents, paintings and sculpture.
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Cebu's Newest Tourist Destination
by Arjay Reyes on April 16, 2013Remember the song "Yellow Submarine" by the Beatles? You may find yourself singing this tune once you find yourself exploring the depths of the sea off the coast of Mactan. You may be surprised to discover that a Cebu-based company has recently introduced the first submarine tours here in the Philippines.
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The Miraculous and Majestic ‘Birhen of Simala’
by Arjay Reyes on April 15, 2013The Simala Shrine or the Monastery of the Holy Eucharist is a famous religious place in Cebu. The place is commonly known to Cebuanos as “Birhen sa Simala” and located specifically in Marian Hills, Lindogon, Simala, Sibonga, Cebu. The Simala Shrine is known for the miraculous Blessed Virgin Mary, and many people already witnessed her divine graces that occured to their lives.
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Nightlife in Cebu
by Angel Bonifacio on February 28, 2013After an exhausting first day in Cebu, we decided to cruise around town and look for clubs where we can dance our stress away. The taxi driver told us that Mango Avenue's nightlife is perky and upbeat. Clubs lined up the road, with blaring sounds and blinding neon lights. I smelled FUN!
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