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AirAsia offers special fares at Best of Cebu 2019

July 11, 2019 by Sinjin Pineda No Comments

AirAsia has announced special fares* up to 20 percent off on all flights from Cebu as part of the Best of Cebu 2019 held at the Waterfront Hotel and Casino in Cebu City yesterday.

AirAsia Philippines President and CEO Dexter Comendador said, “Supporting the local tourism industry in cities outside Metro Manila remains a key focus for AirAsia, and we’re pleased to come on board as a partner of this years event.

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Mactan Cebu Airport raffles off Mercedes Benz

July 8, 2019 by Sinjin Pineda No Comments

Mactan Cebu Airport celebrates success with exciting raffle promo The Philippines’ friendliest resort airport, is raffling off a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class and Royal Air round trip plane tickets to travelers that shop at any of Mactan Cebu International Airport (MCIA)’s retail outlets.  
 
“This is our way of giving back and thanking all the travelers, passengers, and stakeholders for MCIA’s successful operations and the continued support the past years especially since the opening of Terminal 2 (International) a year ago,” said Ravishankar Saravu, Chief Commercial Advisor of GMR MEGAWIDE Cebu Airport Corporation (GMCAC), the private concessionaire operating MCIA.

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Xiamen Air launches Cebu-Chengdu route

July 5, 2019 by Sinjin Pineda No Comments

GMR MEGAWIDE Cebu Airport Corporation (GMCAC), together with the Philippine Department of Tourism and the Mactan-Cebu International Airport Authority, welcomed the inaugural flight of Xiamen Air (MF) from Chengdu to Cebu last June 27, 2019.

“We are glad to welcome Xiamen Air’s newest direct service to Chengdu, one of China’s busiest and economically-robust cities. Through this partnership with Xiamen Air, we aim to achieve a common goal which is to increase connectivity between Cebu to international destinations,” said Louie Ferrer, GMCAC president.

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International Travel Festival 2019 takes off this July

July 2, 2019 by Sinjin Pineda No Comments

Now on its 6th edition, the International Travel Festival is set to take centerstage again on July 12-14, 2019 at the Ayala Center Cebu with the theme “Within Your Reach”.

Stephanie Villahermosa, MyEventology general manager
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Rico’s Lechon opens flagship restaurant in Cebu

June 27, 2019 by Sinjin Pineda No Comments

Rico’s Lechon, what is arguably Cebu’s best-tasting lechon, is set to open its biggest restaurant on Friday, June 28, 2019, 11:30am, at Unit F1, Jamestown, Mantawi International Drive, Mandaue City. Nearby landmarks are Parkmall, Big Hotel and City Times Square. This is good news for all the lechon lovers who missed Rico’s and were unable to visit their branch in Mactan.

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Horizons 101 launches Horizons Stay

June 20, 2019 by Sinjin Pineda No Comments

Horizons 101, the tallest residential condominium buildings in Cebu City, launched yesterday its own limited service transient accommodation, Horizons Stay.

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Mactan-Cebu Airport to build Airport Village + T1 renovation updates

March 15, 2019 by Sinjin Pineda No Comments

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

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RedDoorz expands to Metro Cebu

February 20, 2019 by Sinjin Pineda No Comments

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.

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BE Resort, Mactan reopens Salt and The Deck

October 18, 2018 by Sinjin Pineda No Comments

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.

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Got invited to a special preview to this new desti Got invited to a special preview to this new destination to wine and dine before 2020 ended and I’m glad that they’re now officially open! Dine and have coffee (since Cebu City currently has a liquor ban in place) at 𝐄𝐬𝐜𝐚 at 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝.⁣
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They are now accepting reservations through their IG: @esca.ph. ⁣
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For something a bit upscale, Esca’s prices are very reasonable and quite pocket-friendly. ⁣
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Esca features a compact menu of modern 𝘍𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘰 𝘧𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 dishes. I cannot stop raving about the 𝐓𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐞! It’s one of the best “kinilaw” I’ve had.⁣
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The 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐞𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚 is so tender and flavorful with an almost melt-in-your-mouth consistency. ⁣
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The 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐄𝐠𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐬𝐚 is a glorious twist to the usual pork chops. ⁣
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Take note that the establishment is implementing health protocols for the mutual protection of the guests and the staff.⁣
Just realized that the last time I was in Bohol wa Just realized that the last time I was in Bohol was four years ago! ⁣
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Now is the perfect time to revisit the beautiful island province of Bohol as hotels, resorts, tourism establishments, and tour operators will be offering their products up to as much as 𝟕𝟎% 𝐎𝐅𝐅 during the first 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐤 𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐥: 𝐁𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐥 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞, happening on 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟏-𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟏! More details soon. ⁣
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#BalikBohol⁣
Ganahan mo magtagbaw ug 𝘒𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘉𝘉𝘘?⁣⁣
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There’s a new kid on the block as 𝗪𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐣𝐢𝐛 (Korean for “Our Home”) recently opened at 𝘊𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘛𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘚𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘶𝘦. ⁣⁣
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For as low as 𝐏𝟑𝟗𝟗, satisfy your cravings for 𝐮𝐧𝐥𝐢 𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐠𝐲𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐬𝐚𝐥, with unli side dishes, drinks and ice cream*. Great value for money. I was particularly happy with their side dish buffet as I took as much kimchi, sushi, chapchae and assorted dips at my liberty.⁣⁣
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Upon entry, their very friendly staff gave me a very good impression. The restaurant is spacious and cozy, and despite having several diners during our visit, it did not feel too busy, noisy or stressful. ⁣⁣
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They also have private rooms for your intimate and socially-distanced celebrations. ⁣⁣
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This is the second branch of Woorijib in Cebu (the first one being in Ridges Mabolo), and they’re looking to open more soon!⁣⁣
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See you there? Woorijib Prime is open daily from 𝟷𝟷𝘈𝘔-𝟿𝘗𝘔 at City Time Square Mandaue. Health protocols are observed. Please wear your face mask upon entry, and when getting food from the buffet.⁣⁣
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For bookings and reservations, contact them at 09126223916, 09656349759 or visit their FB page.⁣
One of the places I’d like to revisit after this One of the places I’d like to revisit after this pandemic is definitely Batanes. In this photo is their iconic “Blow Ur Horn” sign which serves as a warning to drivers when navigating around the terrifyingly sharp but breathtakingly beautiful curves that characterize the island’s roads. #Libotero
We just can’t have enough milk tea in the island We just can’t have enough milk tea in the island as 𝐍𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐂𝐡𝐚 - 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐢 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐤 𝐓𝐞𝐚 opened recently at 𝘔𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘢𝘯 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦 (formerly Tonyo’s, near Bigfoot).⁣
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Nham Cha has over 60 branches in Luzon and this marks their first foray in the Visayas. What’s interesting about them is that they only have 𝟷𝟸 𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘴 on their menu, all of them they consider as bestsellers. There’s a drink for everyone. Someone lactose-intolerant can have the 𝐂𝐡𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐰 (refreshing Thai tea).⁣
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As for myself, I had to try their 𝐂𝐡𝐚 𝐘𝐞𝐧 (Authentic Thai Milk Tea) so I could compare it with the ones I had in the streets of Bangkok. I’m so glad that it met my expectations! I also tried the 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐤𝐨𝐤 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐤 𝐓𝐞𝐚 (this one I could compare with the Brown Sugar milk tea of other shops), and 𝐍𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐂𝐡𝐚 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝 (which reminded me of Hokkaido Cream Milk Tea from another brand). On my next visit, I will try 𝐍𝐨𝐦 𝐘𝐞𝐧 or the Thai Pink Milk, popularized by BL series. ⁣
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The store is perfectly set for the new normal. Using a trailer, there is almost no contact between the customers and the staff. The customers order through a glass window, with a microphone so it is amplified inside. ⁣
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Visit them today and experience what Authentic Thai milk tea tastes like!! ⁣
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#TasteTheDifference⁣
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The hustle of the holidays and Sinulog is finally The hustle of the holidays and Sinulog is finally over, but 𝐈𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐨 continues to be a safe space for those who wish to unwind without the crowds, jog, bike, breathe fresh sea breeze, enjoy good food, support local businesses and farm fresh produce, and bond with their pets. ⁣⁣⁣
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I recently went on a mini “Food Crawl” at Il Corso. We started with a sandwich at 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲, and also checked out their 𝘍𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺 𝘗𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘴. Then we had one of my favorites, 𝐁𝐮𝐛𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐙’s 𝘉𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘚𝘶𝘨𝘢𝘳 𝘗𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘭 𝘔𝘪𝘭𝘬 𝘛𝘦𝘢. ⁣⁣⁣
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Since we were quite stuffed, we took a break from the eating and checked out 𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐃𝐄 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐬 x 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬 x 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐄𝐬𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐚, a pop-up store with plants and local products crafted by our Cebuano designers. We then checked out the 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 which has a variety of fresh produce from the province. ⁣⁣⁣
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By dusk, we capped off the day with dinner at 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐲𝐚. Glorious Cebuano food as always! ⁣Take a break, because #YouAreSafeAtILCorso⁣⁣
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Gentle reminders:⁣⁣⁣
1. Wearing of face mask and full face shield is required.⁣⁣⁣
2. Based on DTI, IATF, & LGU guidelines, only individuals aged 15-65 years old will be allowed entry. ⁣⁣⁣
3. Please bring your Q-Pass and/or ID for APOR.⁣⁣⁣
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For the latest information on Il Corso’s operating hours and establishments, visit their IG. @ilcorsofilinvestlifemalls⁣⁣⁣
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#ThankfulTogether⁣⁣⁣
#ILCorsoCebu⁣⁣⁣
#FilinvestLifemalls⁣⁣⁣
#CitydiMare⁣⁣

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By dusk, we capped off the day with dinner at 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐲𝐚. Glorious Cebuano food as always! ⁣Take a break, because #YouAreSafeAtILCorso⁣
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Gentle reminders:⁣⁣
1. Wearing of face mask and full face shield is required.⁣⁣
2. Based on DTI, IATF, & LGU guidelines, only individuals aged 15-65 years old will be allowed entry. ⁣⁣
3. Please bring your Q-Pass and/or ID for APOR.⁣⁣
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For the latest information on Il Corso’s operating hours and establishments, visit their IG. @ilcorsofilinvestlifemalls⁣⁣
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#ThankfulTogether⁣⁣
#ILCorsoCebu⁣⁣
#FilinvestLifemalls⁣⁣
#CitydiMare⁣⁣
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