Since the opening of the world-class Terminal 2 of Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) in June last year, GMR Megawide Cebu Airport Corporation (GMCAC) has been doing phased renovation in Terminal 1. I flew through Terminal 1 last week and was able to see the progress as more areas have been boarded up for renovation.

Cover photo: Mactan-Cebu International Airport General Manager Steve Dicdican Authority, and GMR Megawide Cebu Airport Corporation Chief Executive Adviser Andrew Harrison unveil the new arrivals pickup zone at Terminal 1

RedDoorz, a tech-enabled budget accommodations platform based in Singapore is ready to address the growing demand for quality-yet-affordable accommodations in Cebu, as tourism in the Queen City of the South is expected to continue booming this year.

A resort which is just 10 minutes away from where I live is moving closer to the completion of its major and hotel-wide renovation! BE Resort, Mactan finally reopens the doors of their all-day dining outlet, Salt Restaurant & Bar, and the steps to a new lounging experience in Mactan, The Deck.

The 454th Fiesta Señor is kicking off in a few months, Sinulog 2019 will finally be on full swing! With the theme “Santo Niño: Guide of God’s Children to Humility and Service”, the religious activities for the annual Sinulog festival will kick on January 10, 2019.

Check out the full schedule of novena masses below:

Meanwhile, you may also check out the full schedule of Sinulog 2019 festival-related activities here.

DAY 1: January 10, 2019 (Thursday) – OPENING SALVO / WALK WITH JESUS

3:00AM – Procession of the Pilgrim Image of Sto. Niño from Guadalupe Parish to Fuente Osmeña
3:30AM – Assembly Time at Fuente Osmeña
4:00AM – Walk with Jesus (Route: Fuente Osmeña – Osmeña Boulevard – Basilica)
5:30AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
– Installation of Hermana Mayor and Hermana Mayores 2019
– Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center

The country’s biggest festival, Sinulog 2019 is back once again. In fact, contingents like Lumad Basakanon are already starting to prepare for the fast-approaching festivities.

See below the full schedule of events and activities for Sinulog Festival 2019!
Meanwhile, you may also check the full schedule of Fiesta Senyor 2019 Novena Masses and other religious activities here.

December 1, 2018 – January 31, 2019 – Sinulog Street Fair at Osmeña Boulevard

January 6, 2019 (Sunday)
5:00AM – Sinulog Fun Run by Philippine Sports Commission (Assembly)
6:00AM – Sinulog Dance Crew 2019 Elimination @ Cebu City Sports Center
– Kick Off ( Route: same as Sinulog Grand Parade)