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How Janine Berdin learned to trust in her own artistry

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/artists/singer-songwriter-janine-berdin/

#artists #editorspick #entertainment #music #people #cebu

Interaksyon [Unofficial] @[email protected] · 2026-08-05 · 23:00 UTC

Cebu archbishop urges long-term flood mitigation over temporary fixes

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://interaksyon.philstar.com/politics-issues/2026/08/06/317307/cebu-archbishop-urges-long-term-flood-mitigation-over-temporary-fixes/

#politicsissues #albertouy #cebu #flood #floodcontrol #floodmitigation

Cheourni @[email protected] · 2026-07-22 · 07:22 UTC

Bantayan Island Escape: A 4-Day, 3-Night Travel Guide

There’s something special about taking a break from the busy pace of everyday life. If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway with white sand beaches, clear blue waters, and a relaxing atmosphere, Bantayan Island is the perfect destination.

This 4-day, 3-night trip was a wonderful experience filled with beautiful views, delicious food, and much-needed rest. In this blog, I’ll share our itinerary, travel expenses, accommodation, and some helpful tips that might make your own Bantayan adventure easier and more enjoyable.

I hope this guide inspires you to visit this beautiful island and create wonderful memories of your own.

📍 Accommodation

Anika Beach Resort (Booked via Booking.com)

One of the things we appreciated was their free shuttle service from Santa Fe Port to the resort. On the day of our check-in, the resort contacted us through text message to coordinate our arrival, making the transfer smooth and hassle-free.

The resort is peaceful and perfect for anyone looking to relax. Since it is beachfront, you can enjoy the beautiful white sand and the calming sound of the waves just a few steps from your room.

Day 1 – Journey to Paradise

Our trip to Bantayan Island started early in the morning from Cebu North Bus Terminal.

🚍 Step 1: Bus Ride to Hagnaya Port

We took a Ceres Bus from Cebu North Bus Terminal to Hagnaya Port, which is the main port for travelers going to Bantayan Island.

Regular Bus Fare: ₱260.00 per person
Route: Cebu North Bus Terminal → Hagnaya Port

The bus ride takes approximately 3½ to 4½ hours, depending on traffic and the number of stops.

⛴️ Step 2: Ferry to Bantayan Island

Upon arriving at Hagnaya Port, we purchased our ferry tickets bound for Santa Fe Port, Bantayan Island.

Regular Ferry Fare: ₱390.00 per person (includes the terminal fee and environmental fee, if applicable)
Route: Hagnaya Port → Santa Fe Port, Bantayan Island

The ferry ride takes about 1 to 1½ hours, depending on the vessel and sea conditions.

We reached the resort before the official check-in time of 3:00 PM. Since our room was not yet ready, we spent some time in their cozy waiting area. 😍 It turned out to be one of the little things we appreciated the most. The space was comfortable, peaceful, and beautifully designed, making us feel relaxed from the moment we arrived. Instead of waiting impatiently, we were already enjoying the calm island atmosphere.

🍽️ Late Lunch at MJ Square

At around 3:00 PM, we headed to MJ Square for our first meal on the island.

MJ Square is a popular food street in Santa Fe with a variety of restaurants offering everything from fresh seafood and Filipino dishes to pizzas, burgers, and desserts. The best part is that the prices are very reasonable, making it a great place to enjoy a delicious meal without spending too much. 😉

It was the perfect way to end our first afternoon in Bantayan Island and start our island adventure. 🌴

Day 2 – Slowing Down in Paradise

It was all about slowing down and simply soaking in the beauty of Anika. Since it was my beloved’s birthday, we spent the day relaxing by the beach, taking a refreshing dip in the pool, and embracing the peaceful island atmosphere. We captured the beauty of the calm sea and the breathtaking sunrise, creating a timelapse that preserved one of the most peaceful moments of our trip. 🥰

To make the most of our stay, we rented a motorcycle from JEK Motorbike Rental for only ₱300 for 24 hours (rates vary depending on the type of motorcycle you choose).

Day 3 – Chasing Hidden Gems Around Bantayan Island

We started our day with breakfast at Ayo Cafe, and it did not disappoint! What we loved most was that the food was healthy, delicious, and affordable. The serving sizes were satisfying, making every peso worth it. If you’re visiting Bantayan Island, we highly recommend giving this café a try!

📍 Baigad Lagoon

Entrance Fee: ₱250 per person
Boat Ride: ₱300 round trip (to and from the lagoon reception)
Kayak Rental: ₱150

Baigad Lagoon is a beautiful and peaceful destination surrounded by nature. Its crystal-clear waters make it an ideal spot to relax, unwind, and capture stunning photos.

Personally, we found the visit a bit pricey since the entrance fee, boat ride, and kayaking are all charged separately. After learning the total cost, we decided not to continue with the tour.😬

Even so, the journey itself became an adventure. We traveled there by motorcycle, and finding the lagoon wasn’t easy because there were very few signs or clear directions along the way. We had to stop several times to ask the locals for guidance, but after a few wrong turns and a lot of excitement, 😁we finally made it. Sometimes, the adventure isn’t just the destination—it’s the journey that leads you there.😎

📍 The Ruins

Our next stop was The Ruins, which is conveniently located along the road, so there’s no entrance fee. It’s fascinating to see the remains of an old building, but what impressed us even more was the breathtaking view from the cliff overlooking the sea. It’s a great place to stop, take a few photos, and enjoy the scenery. ☺️

📍 Obo-ob Mangrove Garden

Entrance Fee: ₱75 per person (Regular)

This was one of our favorite places! Walking along the long bamboo boardwalk while surrounded by a vast mangrove forest was such a relaxing experience. The peaceful atmosphere and beautiful scenery made it well worth the visit. If you love nature, don’t skip this spot!😍

After a full day of exploring, we kept dinner simple and enjoyed some delicious barbecue for ₱250 for two people. It was affordable, filling, and the perfect way to end the day. After dinner, we headed back to Anika to rest and recharge for another adventure.

As our Bantayan adventure came to an end, our hearts were filled with gratitude. Every sunrise, every peaceful shoreline, and every unexpected turn reminded us of God’s goodness and the beauty of His creation. Life truly is a gift—so cherish every journey, trust His plans, and keep discovering the wonders He has prepared for you. See you on our next adventure! 🌊✨

#asia #BantayanIsland #Cebu #escapade #God #island #islandlife #nature #naturelover #Philippines #tour #travel

#asia #bantayanisland #cebu #escapade #god #island

Bombo Radyo News [Unofficial] @[email protected] · 2026-07-22 · 00:43 UTC

ABBA tribute band Björn Again set to visit Manila and Cebu

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://news.bomboradyo.com/abba-tribute-band-bjorn-again-set-to-visit-manila-and-cebu/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=abba-tribute-band-bjorn-again-set-to-visit-manila-and-cebu

#music #abba #bjornagain #cebu #concert #featured

Jules @[email protected] · 2026-07-20 · 18:33 UTC

I'm so excited to announce that our #shortfilm, The Knight of Candle Mountain, is now an official selection of the 16th BINISAYA International Film Festival.

This #festival is the biggest in #Cebu and one of the most celebrated in The #Philippines. Since this film was based on my experiences with my younger brother with special needs, I'm so grateful to everyone who helped us make this film a reality.

TRAILER:
https://youtu.be/s4hjYNGi5vc
https://spectra.video/w/t1riV6CJTEKT9dSAqLwyCW

#theknightofcandlemountain

#theknightofcandlemountain #shortfilm #festival #cebu #philippines

‘HOOK UP: The Musical’ brings out the ‘human’ in the discourse on sex

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/jude-gitamondoc-hook-up-musical-cebu-2026/

#editorspick #people #relationships #theater #visayas #cebu

Bombo Radyo News [Unofficial] @[email protected] · 2026-05-22 · 07:40 UTC

Music Travel Love set to stage concerts in Manila, Cebu, and CDO

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://news.bomboradyo.com/music-travel-love-set-to-stage-concerts-in-manila-cebu-and-cdo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=music-travel-love-set-to-stage-concerts-in-manila-cebu-and-cdo

#music #araneta #cagayandeoro #cebu #concert #manila

Visayas fuel supply chain seen to improve as Top Line expands storage in Cebu

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/business/visayas-fuel-top-line-expands-storage-capacity-cebu/

#business #editorspick #industries #infrastructure #cebu #cebucity

The Japan Times @[email protected] · 2026-05-17 · 11:22 UTC

ASEAN's muted response to the Gulf crisis exposed how internal divisions, institutional limits and pressure from rival powers have left the bloc focused on economic survival rather than diplomatic leadership. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2026/05/17/world/asean-choses-silence-amid-gulf-crisis/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #worldnews #asean #philippines #cebu #middleeast #us #iran #straitofhormuz #indopacific #oil #indonesia #malaysia #singapore #china #myanmar #thailand #trade #globaleconomy #asianeconomy

#commentary #worldnews #asean #philippines #cebu #middleeast

From Cebu to Manila, Dom Guyot is building a sound of his own

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/artists/dom-guyot-music-profile/

#artists #editorspick #entertainment #music #people #cebu

Marya The BeauTraveler @[email protected] · 2026-05-13 · 16:35 UTC

Stop taking basic Cebu photos—here's where the real shots are 📸

Read more: https://flip.it/DWyIf5

#travel #southeastasia #asean #aseantravel #philippines #cebu #bantayanisland #wanderlust

#travel #southeastasia #asean #aseantravel #philippines #cebu

These independent Asian bookstores deserve a spot on your itinerary

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/people/human-interest/independent-asian-bookstores/

#artists #humaninterest #lifeandstyle #literature #people #arts

Interaksyon [Unofficial] @[email protected] · 2026-04-10 · 09:04 UTC

Watch: Mermaid pulls funny faces for tourists visiting Cebu aquarium

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://interaksyon.philstar.com/trends-spotlights/2026/04/10/311843/watch-mermaid-pulls-funny-faces-for-tourists-visiting-cebu-aquarium/

#trendsspotlights #videos #cebu #cebuoceanpark #cristinajaneuy #mermaid

Nature City Visions - Capturing cityscapes, landscapes, and the beauty in between @[email protected] · 2026-04-10 · 05:20 UTC

Concrete & Chaos: A Cebu City Life

钢筋水泥与混乱：宿务市的生活

Being in Cebu City means waking up to the roar of jeepneys and the scent of sizzling lechon from the street corner. Skyscrapers rise beside centuries-old Spanish colonial churches, while vendors weave through gridlocked traffic selling everything from ripe mangoes to handmade rosaries. It’s a place where the frantic energy of urban expansion collides with deep-rooted tradition—where progress feels messy, noisy, and beautifully alive. Beneath the tangled power lines and unfinished overpasses, there’s a heartbeat: resilient, warm, and unmistakably Cebuano.

身处宿务市，意味着你会在吉普尼的轰鸣声和街角飘来的烤乳猪香味中醒来。摩天大楼与数百年历史的西班牙殖民时期教堂比肩而立，小贩们在拥堵的车流中穿梭，叫卖着从熟芒果到手制玫瑰经念珠的各种商品。在这里，城市扩张的狂乱能量与根深蒂固的传统相互碰撞——这里的进步虽然嘈杂、混乱，却又充满鲜活的生命力。在杂乱的电线和未完工的高架桥之下，有一种心跳在律动：坚韧、温暖，且 宿务的独特气质 宿务人。

Cebu City is a place of beautiful contradictions—where skyscrapers shadow centuries-old churches, and the smell of lechon mixes with diesel fumes. Do you love the chaos or find it exhausting? Drop a comment and tell me your most unforgettable Cebu City moment!

宿务市是一个充满美丽矛盾的地方——摩天大楼与数百年历史的教堂阴影交错，烤乳猪的香气与柴油烟雾交织在一起。你是热爱这份混乱，还是觉得它让人疲惫？在评论区分享你在宿务市最难忘的时刻吧！

#Cebu #cityscape #expat #菲律宾 #history #landscape #Philippines #photography #travel #城市 #外国人 #摄影 #旅游

#cebu #cityscape #expat #菲律宾 #history #landscape

Author Carlo Carrasco @[email protected] · 2026-04-09 · 16:00 UTC

Cebu Taxi Driver Ordered By LTFRB To Surrender His License For Overcharging K-pop Star

For some time now, the Philippines has been underperforming in the race of attracting foreign tourists and its 2025 numbers have been disappointing. Recently, Philippine tourism suffered another blackeye as a taxi driver in Cebu overcharged a very prominent entertainer from South Korea – K-pop star Soobin – and already the details of the incident spread like wildfire on social media and in foreign news, according to a news article by VnExpress. The said taxi driver has been suspended for 30-days and was ordered by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) to surrender his driver’s license.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the VnExpress news article. Some parts in boldface…

Philippine authorities have taken action against a taxi driver who overcharged Soobin, a member of the K-pop group Tomorrow X Together, during a trip to Cebu.

According to Korea JoongAng Daily, a video posted April 1 on the group’s official YouTube channel, titled “Soobin’s Super Fun and Super Tiring Vacation,” shows the singer and his friend navigating the incident. In the footage, Soobin and the friend arrive at the airport and attempt to take a taxi to their accommodation.

“I checked beforehand, it should be about 300 pesos (US$17),” Soobin says in the video, as quoted by Chosun Biz. “If they charge more than 300 pesos, let’s act angry once.”

However, a taxi driver subsequently approaches them and initially quotes the pair 500 pesos. After failing to negotiate, Soobin gets into the taxi, only for the driver to suddenly demand 1,000 pesos, claiming it was a “car with expensive gas.”

Soobin immediately confronts the driver, saying, “Did you hear that? I’m going to report you,” while documenting the attempted overcharge.

His friend later remarks, “Still, it’s better that we arrived safely. We’re so tired,” and Soobin ultimately pays the originally agreed 500 pesos.

Following the broadcast, the Philippines’ Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board ordered the driver to surrender his license plate and driver’s license and imposed a 30-day suspension.

“The taxi driver excessively charged the fare and deliberately did not use the meter during the ride,” the board said, as quoted by the South China Morning Post. “This is a serious offense that tarnished our country’s honor in the international community.”

Philippine National Police Chief Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. also ordered a nationwide crackdown on taxi drivers accused of overcharging passengers. Authorities have since been deployed to monitor transportation hubs, particularly airports.

Let me end this post by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this recent development? If have traveled overseas over the past twelve months, were there any local taxi drivers who overcharged you? Do you think Philippine tourism will be able to recover from this recent embarrassment?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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