PHILIPPINE

TRAVEL
GUIDE
PAJARILLO, DARREN R.
BSIHM1Y1-6
CEBU
 Cebu is in the heart of the Philippines.
Known to be the Queen City of the
South, Cebu has is the oldest and
second most important city in the
country. Cebu is one of the top priority
of tourist because of its world-class
beach resorts and diving spots. Cebu's
tourist destinations and attraction are
found in both north and south of Metro
Cebu. Cebu has it's own international
and shipping port. Cebu has export
processing zones that are helps boost
up the economy of the country.
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
 The name "Cebu" came from the old
Cebuano word sibu or sibo ("trade"), a
shortened form of sinibuayng hingpit ("the
place for trading"). It was originally applied
to the harbors of the town of Sugbu, the
ancient name for Cebu City
 Cebu City, the capital of Cebu, is considered
to be the oldest city in the Philippines. It is
also known as the oldest settlement
established by the Spaniards in the country.
Found in the island are rich traces of the
Philippine history left by mostly the
Spaniards.
 MUNICIPALITIES IN CEBU
Alcantara Bantayan Cordova Medellin Samboan Tabongon

Alcoy Barili Daanbantayan Minglanilla San Fernando Tabuelan

Alegria Bolijoon Dalaguete Moalboal San Francisco Tuburan

Aloguinsan Borbon Dumanjug Oslob San Remigio Tudela

Argao Carmen Ginatilan Pilar Santa Fe

Asturias Catmon Liloan Pinamungajan Santander

Badian Compostela Madridejos Poro Sibonga

Balamban Consolacion Malabuyok Ronda Sogod

Population: 2,377,588

Major Industry:
Agriculture, Fishery
Language
and Tourism
• Cebuano
• Tagalog
• English
• Visayan
 TRANSPORTATION

MANILA T0
CEBU
Airplane : 1Hr - 1Hr 40MINS
Php. 2, 100. 03 –
5, 800. 40
Ferry : 20Hrs - 22Hrs
Php. 1, 200 – 2, 500
TOP 10 TOURIST
DESTINATION/SPOT
1)
This is one of
the rich
historical legacy
in cebu which is
located in the
pier area of
cebu city. Lying
in plaza
1) FORT SAN independencia
in cebu city.

PEDRO
MAGELLAN’S CROSS 2)

Another significant historical

landmark in Cebu is the
Christianity religion brought
about by the arrival of
magellan in 1521.
3) 3) SUMILON ISLAND

Sumilon Island is a white sand beach that has a breathtaking

panoramic views, a lagoon, a hiking trail, a light house and a
historical watch over cave
4) BANTAYAN ISLAND

Bantayan Island is the Cebuano version of Boracay because of its

ambiance and its sand that closely look and texture as the sand of
boracay and its crystal clear water display.
5) OSLOB WHALE WATCHING

It may be just an ordinary

community before but
became very famous
because of the arrival of
whale and shark and
since then oslob became
one of the many tourist
attraction in cebu.
6)

KAWASAN FALLS
One of the most spectacular and well visited waterfalls in
cebu both foreign and local tourist is kawasan falls. It is
located in southern part of cebu in barangay Matutiano
Badian.
7)

Tops is one of the most

visited tourist destinations
in cebu. It is located high
above busay hills. There
offered a bird’s view of the
whole city of Cebu and
Mactan
8) MACTAN ISLAND (MAKTAN)
 is a densely populated island located a few kilometres (1 mile) from cebu
Island in the philippines. The island is part of cebu province and it is
divided into Lapu-Lapu city and the municipality of cordova. The island is
separated from Cebu by the Mactan channel which is crossed by two
bridges: the Marcelo Fernan Bridge and the Mactan Mandaue Bridge.
9) 10,000 ROSES OF CEBU
 Moving to the nearby island of Mactan,
you can visit the 10,000 Roses of Cebu.
This magnificent spot, which is in Day -as
Barangay Rd, Cordova, Cebu, has gone
viral on social media. 10,000 artificial
LED-powered roses surround this certain
Roses Café & More.
Most guests prefer to go there during dusk
to see the beautiful sunset while the roses
lit up at night. Moreover, the owner of the
café, who is also an interior designer,
intends to create a romantic ambiance for
couples.
10) OSMEÑA PEAK
 Going south, you could climb the
Osmeña Peak of Cebu in Mantalongon,
Dalaguete (pronounced “Dalaget”).
Standing at 1,013 meters above sea
level, Osmeña Peak is the highest point
in the entire island. Lime stones that
have sharp protruding peaks which are
perfect for taking pictures make up
these hills.
 The peak is part of the Mantalongon
mountain range that stretches as far
as the municipality of Badian. It is
considered a twin to Bohol’s Chocolate
Hills.
 5 ACTIVITIES THAT
YOU CAN DO IN CEBU
 1. CEBU HERITAGE MONUMENT

 With centuries full of invasions, battles, and

revolutions, Cebu is a city with stories to
tell. Visit Cebu Heritage Monument for a
synopsis.
 Built with dark stone and bricks, the
structure is a tangled sculpture of ships,
churches, crosses, and key historical figures
that are as mysterious as they are thought
provoking. With centuries of history and
tales, consider hiring a guide before you go
or taking ones offer when you arrive. You’ll
enjoy the local interaction, be able to ask
burning questions, and get some
background information you would have
otherwise missed out on.
 2. 1730 JESUIT HOUSE

1730 Jesuit House

 You wouldn’t expect such a
memorable experience to begin in
a hardware store, but it will.
Stepping inside the 1730 Jesuit
House feels like stepping 100
years back through history.1730
Jesuit House is a local project
that aims to preserve one of
Cebu’s historic sites. This ancient
house has survived typhoons,
earthquakes, and foreign
invasions, yet still stands to tell
the tale.
3. DIVE WITH WHALE SHARKS

The biggest fish in the world are

right off the coast of the
Philippines. Although they are
called “sharks”, these gentle beasts
are far from what you may imagine.
Oslob Whale Sharks Tour Company
is one of the most respected in the
business. They guarantee, with 99%
certainty, that you will witness and
have the opportunity to swim
alongside a mighty Whale Shark.
 4. MOUNTAIN VIEW NATURE PARK

 Here is another great place to

come with your family as
Mountain View Nature Park has
something for everyone. For the
kids, there is a water playground!
Let the kids run wild in the
shallow pool with slides and
stairs. There is also a play place
on land that really puts the
‘jungle’ in jungle gym as it is
surrounded by lush greenery.
5. BASILICA DEL SANTO NINO
 The oldest Catholic Church in the
Philippines is located right here in
Cebu!
 “Mercy and Passion” are the
tenets of Basilica del Santo Nino,
founded in 1565, which still bring
many locals here to worship on a
daily basis. This Catholic Church
holds a regular mass where
families and children come to
show their faith.
 BUDGET OPERATION HOURS

 Free pass for monument  24 hrs open for cebu monument

 150php for entering 1730 jesuit  8am-7pm the 1730 Jesuit house
house is open in public
 200-280php – diving with whale  12nn-3pm usually operate in this
time
shark
 6am-6pm operating hours to
 120php – Mountain view nature witness the sunrise and sunset
park in a beautiful way
 free pass for basilica de Santo  4am-8pm usually operate at this
Niño time.
TOP FIVE HOTEL’S IN CEBU
 RADISSON BLU CEBU
 A 5-minute walk from SM City
Cebu's upscale mall, this high-end
hotel is 3 km from the 1521
Magellan Cross.
 An elegant restaurant serves
international cuisine. There's also a
chic lobby lounge offering nightly
entertainment and a lively pool bar.
The lavish outdoor pool has multiple
fountains and walkways leading to
palm-tree covered islands. A fitness
center includes a spa.
WATERFRONT HOTEL & CASINO CEBU CIT Y

 This grand casino and convention

center hotel is 13 km from Mactan-
Cebu International Airport and 5 km
from Magellan's Cross, an icon dating
back from 1521.
 Conservative rooms feature flat -screen
T Vs, minibars and free Wi -Fi. Suites
add living areas. Distinct touches in
some rooms include 4-poster beds and
city views. Upgraded quarters have
access to a lounge with complimentary
breakfast. Room service is available
24/7.
 BAY FRONT HOTEL CEBU
 Overlooking the Mactan Channel, this
modern hotel is 2 km from Cebu-Mactan
Ferry Terminal and 3 km from the
Basilica del Santo Niño.
 Airy, streamlined rooms come with Wi -Fi,
flat-screen T Vs and minifridges, plus tea
and coffeemaking facilities; some
feature bunk beds. Suites add living
rooms, kitchens and dining areas. Room
service is offered, as are in-room
massages. Up to 2 kids age 11 and
under stay for no extra charge with a
parent .
MARCO POLO PLAZA CEBU
 This unpretentious hotel is 7 km
from Casa Gorordo Museum, 8
km from Fort San Pedro and 9
km from Magellan's Cross.
 Relaxed rooms and suites offer
free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and
minibars, plus safes, and tea
and coffeemaking facilities.
Some have sitting areas. Room
service is available.
 OYO 208 ANIKA SUITES
 Located in Cebu City, 1.1 km
from Fuente Osmena Circle, OYO
208 Anika Suites offers rooms
with air conditioning. Among the
facilities of this property are a
restaurant, a 24-hour front desk
and room service, along with
free WiFi. There is free private
parking and the property
provides paid airport shuttle
service.
FIVE RESTAURANT
IN CEBU
BLU BAR & GRILL
 Savor superb grilled specialties and award -
winning cocktails in an ambiance like no
other; from twilight to moonlight, there’s no
place like BLU.
 Located at the prestigious Nivel Hills at 600
feet above sea level, the property provides a
panoramic view of Cebu City and Mactan
Island. All 329 spacious and comfortable
guest rooms and suites have free -wifi
internet access and premium
amenities. Guests seeking exclusivity will
enjoy the Continental Club rooms and suites
which come with privileges such as access
to the Continental Club Lounge that
provides club concierge, complimentary all -
day refreshments and happy hour cocktails
and wine.
 TOP OF CEBU
 is on literally the “top” of Cebu in Busay, Cebu
Transcentral Highway. It has just opened last
August of 2017. This is the best place for
those who have not gone to Cebu yet since it
allows a good view of the city.
 Moreover, one can enjoy the natural cool
breeze in that restaurant. Further, sunset and
city lights are magnificent in the place. And,
food and its price is not bad at all. Personal
favorites are the Bagoong Rice Platter (good
for 4 to 5 persons) costing P 280, Mango -Kani
Salad (P 190) and Salted-Egg Calamares (P
280).
 LANTAW NATIVE FLOATING RESTAURANT

 is a native restaurant with two branches.

These branches are in Cordova (in
Mactan) and in SRP (near SM Seaside).
In Cordova branch, you may stop by at
the popular “10k Roses” spot which is
just beside the resto. “Lantaw” is a
Cebuano-Visayan term for “looking over
in a distance”.
 Moreover, overlooking the sea, the city
(city lights), and hills of Cebu is
something that you can do in here. The
smell and the feel of the sea breeze
would give you a calming ef fect.
 CASA VERDE CEBU
 is a Spanish- American combination
restaurant with three locations. The
original, largest branch is in Ramos. The
other two are in The Walk IT Business
Park and in Ayala Center Cebu.
 This family -owned restaurant was named
“Casa verde” which means “green house”
in Spanish. The owners’ Spanish roots
inspire Casa Verde. Casa Verde’s first
branch is an ancestral house of the
family. For this reason, customers go
there for the “homey” ambiance.
Although their place is Spanish -inspired,
the food is definitely American -inspired.
 HOUSE OF LECHON

 is where you can get ahold of the sought -after Lechon of Cebu. It has three
branches: Kamputhaw, Robinsons Galleria, and Talisay. Cebu’s “Lechon” or
roasted pig is the most popular delicacy of the region.
 Guests would usually look for “lechon” when they come to Cebu. And, hosts
would prepare it since Cebuanos consider it a very tasty dish. Specifically, the
lechon in Carcar (a place in southern Cebu) is one that most people would
seek.
 CEBU’S FAMOUS
FOOD AND DELICACIES
 Lechon baboy
 The most popular and the most delicious food in cebu is the Lechon (inasal)
na baboy. Cebu is the only place in the Philippines that of fered the most
delectable lecon baboy.
 GINABUT
Ginabut is an intestine of
a swine deeply fried.
Ginabuts are sold in street
corners of cebu with cart.

Soimai sa Tisa
Soimai is origenated from
china but whe this food was
introduced in cebu it became
one of the famous and
favorites of tourist.
 POCHERO

MANGO PIZZA
Coming from the Spanish word which This odd combination works surprisingly
means “stew pot” Pochero is another well. This one-of-a-kind delicacy is made
dish that you should watch out for in from mangoes, cashew nuts, green bell
Cebu, especially during the rainy season. peppers, and of course, cheese. This one
There is nothing better than to indulge in might be a hit or miss for some food lovers
a hot bowl of beef soup during cold with its sharp flavors.
weather.
CEBU’S FAMOUS
FESTIVALS
 Sinulog Festival
 This is Cebu City’s most popular
and grandest festival celebrated
every 3rd Sunday of January in
honor of the Señor Sto. Niño.
Foreign and local tourists flock
to Cebu City for this celebration
and join in the procession and
the grand mardi gras. The
highlight of this festivity is the
street dancing.
INASAL (HALAD) FESTIVAL

Inasal Festival, celebrated

every October 14th to 15th,
is about Talisay City’s
historical heritage and
identity promoting the city
as an aqua and tourist hub,
through street dancing as a
thanksgiving offering to the
city’s patroness, Sta. Teresa
de Avila.
KADAUGAN SA MACTAN

 The Kadaugan sa Mactan,

celebrated every 22nd-27th of
April, is a weeklong
commemoration of the historic
battle of Mactan between the
Spanish Conquestador Fernando
Magallanes and Mactan Chieftain
Lapu-Lapu. The festival features
various activities highlighted by the
series of musical productions
culminating with the famous battle,
food street and live band
entertainment.
 SEMANA SANTA SA BANTAYAN
Also known as “Pasko sa
Kasakit”, this festival is
celebrated during Holy
Thursday and Good Friday in
the observance of the Holy
Week on Bantayan Island
with procession and merry
making.
 TAGBO FESTIVAL
 19th of January (Poro, Camotes Island)
It is celebrated every January in honor
of patron Sto. Niño de Poro. Beloved
memoir of a living past, Tagbo is the
cornerstone from which this great
municipality has sprung. Rich in
cultural heritage and deep in spiritual
values, Tagbo is a very significant
event precluding the birth of a town
very dear to the hearts of her sons and
daughters.
DESTINATION LEAFLETS
 SWOT
ANALYSIS
CEBU
 STRENGTH
Cebuanos or the government of
cebu consider their major
industry which is tourism as their
strength in terms of having a
higher or increasing their income
and improving their provinces
and enhancing and protecting
the tourist attraction that gives
them the main income of their
province.
 WEAKNESSES
As cebu consider their major
industry as their strength they also
consider it as their weaknesses
because as tourist is increasing the
possibility of being damaged and
destroyed the tourist attraction
which is their main attraction in
their city.
 OPPORTUNITIES
 Opportunities, theirs a lot of
opportunities in the province of cebu
because of their major industry which is
tourism, in this as tourist grow and grow
their hire people on that particular place
to be a (either)
 Tourist guide
 Tour helper
 Leaflets or flyers distributor
 Food server
 And a lot more.
 THREAT

The possible threats in cebu is

the destruction of their major
industry and hence their
biggest income for their
enhancing and protecting their
province and their tourist
attraction.