Safety Travel Tips in Cebu

            Cebu has always been known for wonderful things such as the tropical climate, superb dishes and its popularity on English Language courses.

We have here these useful tips and information to help you.

·       Going around Cebu by Taxi

Taxi is one of Cebu’s main modes for transport. Recently, there have been a lot of tourist who’ve been in Cebu, whose native tongues are not English and there are times that they are easily deceived with fare or cases of not switching the taxi meter on.  It has a policy for taxis to switch the meters on when in used.

Generally, some drivers prefer not to use the taxi meter. If this can be happen find another taxi.

• Don’t show your valuables when in public places

We strongly advice that cellphones and smartphones, or other valuables should be kept hidden. These become targets for stealing so it’s better to be more cautious, and possibly can lead to death. However, inside mall and you think you’re safe. If by any chance, someone is calling you or sending you a text much better to attend it later or take call inside the safe premises.

• Not safe in walking streets of Colon alone

Colon is known as a very crowded street and a lot of different people especially from the lower-class fill the street. The street is also crowded with vendors that selling on cart with different items. The good part of Colon is you can find a lot of things in a cheapest price. For example, you can buy a brand new pair of jeans for 150 pesos only. If you plan to visit this very busy street it is best to be with a local or come in groups.

• Careful that deals with money

Filipinos known for being hospitable. The moment you meet a Filipino, they instantly become a friend! Without knowing more, even share about personal life. But even though you’ve feel good to meet that person always remember that when it comes to money matters we should always be extra careful and evaluate our friends. This is a general rule of life.

Actually there are a lot of things to know when travelling to new places. But nevertheless, the main objective of coming in Cebu is about to enjoy and have fun inspite of these precautions. But hopefully this safety measure that we’ve shared will also become a lot of handy for you to enjoy a lot! J

Cebu’s booming economy: The best place to invest

Cebu is the city on Cebu Philippines. It is known as the Queen City of the South. It is one of the popular tourist destinations in all the Philippines for foreign tourists. Cebu has the largest sea port in the Philippines. It is the fastest growing large city in the nation with an annual growth over 5% per year. 

Many ongoing real estate constructions such as hotels/resorts, condominiums, super malls, BPO’s, schools and hospitals are now spreading in different areas of Metro Cebu. And soon the SM Seaside City Cebu will be the largest mall in the Philippines and the 4^th largest Worldwide. With all the beaches and the great singers of the Philippines collide. Cebu will grow more and known to its economy and industry.

This is probably one of the reasons why numerous investors are rushing to get their hands on real estate that they can rent out. There is a catch though, when you are a foreign investor wishing to purchase property in the country – you can’t, unless if you are married to a local, or you are running a company that is 60% owned by locals. What you can do however, is to lease property for extended periods of time (maximum of 50 years, with a 25 year extension option) and to construct, as well as own, the buildings that are on these leased properties.

Economic stability: The major economic drivers of growth in Cebu in recent years have been tourism and the IT (Information Technology) sector. Cebu’s output dominates in the region; its growth has a positive impact on regional provinces. For instance, as tourism in Cebu grew, the potentials of Bohol and Dumaguete (in Negros Oriental) became even more marketable.

Tourism: Foreign and domestic. Tourist visitor come over to Cebu region has been growing at double-digit rates, creating and expanded demand for hotels and resorts.

Tourist arrival statistics to the Central Visayas is now close to three million, well in hand in expectations. For years, Cebu’s visitors were domestic tourists. Foreign tourists are beginning to account for more visitors.

The BPO (business process outsourcing) boom: Part of the Philippines economic growth is the BPO industry expanded to Cebu from Metro Manila.

They require workers with college education, who possess high skills in speaking of foreign language or at least very trainable skills. For this, they pay a high entry wage.

The position of Cebu as an educational center in the Visayas helped to attract information technology companies to set up in Cebu first.  In turn, if the industries will be more grow, the major universities and training institutes collide as an Educational Development Foundation group to promote the further improvement of its human resources in relation to the industry need.

Dynamic future secure

A massive mixed use commercial center is rising in the new reclaimed land. SM is constructing major shopping facilities and a large convention center for Cebu. SM Seaside City Cebu is a shopping mall owned and developed by SM Prime Holdings located in Cebu City, Philippines. It is expected to open in 2015. It will be the third SM’s mall in Cebu and 52^nd mall in the Philippines. SM has a proven record in repeating commercial successes for its property investments. This property company has been good at repeating its success in these type of ventures.

Investing in Cebu is a good thing because Cebu is not only the second largest city in the Philippines, but also one of the fastest growing in terms of economic stability.

 

FUN things to do in Cebu City

Do you have any idea on what are the things you need to do in Cebu? Well if your answer is No, this is absolutely for you.

 So Enjoy!

Heritage of Cebu Monument 

 Located on the original Plaza Parian, Monument- of course monument showcases the significant and symbolic events in the history. The construction of the monument began in July 1997 and it was finished in December 2000.

You can also visit the other nearby historical spots in the Parian District, which are the Casa Gorordo Museum and the Yap-San Diego House.

HOW TO GET THERE:

The Heritage Monument of Cebu is very accessible to public jeepnies but it is better to take a taxi so that it will be convenient on your part or it’s a hassle free, most especially you are a tourist you don’t know the place well. Taxi drivers are familiar with the place.

Visit the heritage sites at Boljoon

Boljoon is a fifth income class municipality in the province of Cebu, Philippines. One of the Cebu’s oldest towns, there are many tourist attractions at its center which includes:

Patrocinio De Maria church 

 

The church is made of coral stones and hard wood. The roof is made of clay tiles. Twenty-six pilasters support the walls. The ceiling paintings are said to be 80 years old painted by Miguel Villareal, a native of Boljoon.  The parish was under the Spanish Friars up until 1948. The church structure is now Boljoon’s landmark.

Blockhouse-Fortress 

The Blockhouse-Fortress made of coral stonewalls and tile roofs. Its four corners of the house were reinforced with loopholes. It was described by townspeople in earlier times as “dakong balay”. Recently, the blockhouse serves as the bell tower. It rises high over the Rizal Park and Municipal Hall.

Hike Osmeña Park

Osmeña Peak at Dalaguete, Cebu named after the most famous Cebuano politician, a picturesque mountain range that can be found at the southern part of Cebu.

HOW TO GET THERE:

            You can ride the mini bus all the way from Cebu to Mantalongon-Dalaguete. From the Public Market of Mantalongon, ride a Habal-Habal to the foot of the mountain to start your ascend to the peak. If you’re afraid in riding Habal-Habal it’s you can also have the choice of starting your walk from the public market but this will make your journey longer. Hiking, Walking, and Mountain Climbing is absolutely an awesome adventure. The consuming hours of hiking can be done in about of 2 hours. Aside from marveling at the place, you can also stay overnight and pitch your tent for you to enjoy more the place but just bring your food and water.

Crocolandia, Cebu, Philippines

           Is a nature conservation center located in Talisay City, Cebu, Philippines. The park houses birds, lizards, snakes, crocodiles and even endangered animals such as Philippines crocodile and the sailfin lizard can be seen in Crocolandia.

HOW TO GET THERE:

Going to crocolandia is about 45 minutes to 1 hour travel from Cebu City for the motorcycle, but if you want to take taxi you can reach from the city in about 30 minutes.

Crocolandia shows the proper care and attention that animals and plants need to have. Also believes that the planet earth is shared with these precious living creatures by God Almighty.

Embrace the one of kind ambiance that will surely make you feel good and excited only here at CEBU!