Traveling in the Philippines, the 12 most attractive attractions of Cebu!

Cebu in the Philippines is not only a world-famous leisure resort, but also has very attractive prices. In recent years, the number of people studying and traveling in the Philippines has increased dramatically. There are many direct flights from China, and the flight takes about 4 hours. This time we were fortunate to invite 38 friends who have been to the Philippines to study to complete a questionnaire, and asked each of them to write down the top 5 most attractive charms of Cebu. This article will reveal the results of the survey. Cebu Island Tourism Ranking Cebu's sea is undoubtedly ranked first, of course, it is the sea of ​​Cebu Island. This was mentioned in the answer sheets of all students who traveled to the Philippines. Beautiful sea view



There are few public bathing areas in Cebu Island, and most of them are private beaches of hotels. It is recommended that Filipino students go to the private beaches of hotels. Among them, Shangri-La Hotel is especially recommended, because only the private beach of this hotel has many schools of fish, which is suitable for snorkeling. Filipino students who want to experience snorkeling can also participate in island hopping activities to Hiltugan Island. The hotel not only provides overnight rooms (stay), but also day rooms (day use). Day room guests also enjoy services such as beaches, swimming pools, buffets and gyms. Island hopping



If you come to the Philippines for study tour, you must experience the popular tourist activity in Cebu - island hopping! The activity content is to take a boat to visit 2~3 small islands, including snorkeling and lunch. Most island hopping activities depart from the port at 9 am and return at 3 pm. But different trips go to different islands. Among them, Hiltugan Island has many fish and more beautiful sea views. It is recommended for students studying in the Philippines to visit! Diving



When diving in Cebu Island, students from the Philippines do not have to worry about equipment or other issues, because the staff will prepare all the equipment, so it is called "Emperor Diving". In addition, the local diving certificate fee is cheap (said to be the cheapest in the world), so it is sought after by tourists from all over the world. If you have been exposed to diving before, you can get a certificate in as little as two days. Philippine food



Many students who visited the Philippines said that Filipino cuisine was delicious when they first tasted it. KUYA J’s traditional Filipino cuisine is good, and STK ta Bay is also a popular restaurant. Their tuna pancakes and garlic fried rice are worth recommending. When it comes to Cebu, everyone naturally expects seafood dishes, but the local meat dishes are also great. Students who visited the Philippines must try them when they have time!



The dish that Filipinos recommend the most is "lechon", which is roasted suckling pig. The lechon in Cebu is particularly delicious. It is said that many people come to Cebu from Manila or other places in the Philippines just to taste it. Interested Filipino students can go to RICO'S LECHON restaurant in Mactan. If you just want to try it, it is also sold in the food area of ​​the shopping mall, half a catty is 100 pesos. BBQ is also a popular local dish. The recommended restaurant is AA BBQ.



The local fruits in Cebu are also fresh and delicious. Mangoes are a must, but there are also pineapples and bananas. You can usually eat mangoes in hotels or restaurants, and mango milkshakes are also worth a try. There is a fresh juice shop called Thirsty in the shopping mall, which is also highly recommended for Filipino students. Filipino students should try to avoid already cut fruits when buying fruits in Cebu, as supermarkets and fruit shops sell whole fruits. In addition, coconuts are also very good.



Students who travel to Cebu Island must not miss halo halo! It is actually shaved ice in the Philippines. The photo shows the shaved ice at KUYA J, but you can also get it at other restaurants. Don't forget to stir it well before eating! Cheap



The price level in Cebu Island is roughly comparable to that of China's third- and fourth-tier cities, especially taxis. Massage parlors, beer, and high-end restaurants can all feel the benefits of low prices. The starting price of a taxi is 40 pesos, and a cheap massage parlor only charges 150 pesos per hour. You can enjoy a dinner at a high-end restaurant for 1,000 pesos. The set meal at ANAZANI restaurant is about 1,000 pesos, and it is very close to the famous mountaintop observatory Tops, so it is recommended for Filipino students to experience it. Imported products such as high-end red wine, salmon, and American beef in the Philippines are more expensive than domestic ones. Although local red wine is not cheap, locally produced beer sells for 30 pesos in supermarkets and only 70 pesos in restaurants. The world's number one produced emperador whiskey is only 80 pesos for a 750ml bottle, which is very affordable. Resort hotel



The most recommended hotel on Cebu Island is Shangri-La Resort, which has the best private beach and restaurant. The price is cheaper than Shangri-La hotels in other countries. There are also five-star hotels such as Chris Resort and Moevenpick along the beach on Mactan Island. However, the atmosphere of these two hotels is more suitable for couples than families.



If you don't care too much about the sea view, you can choose a hotel in the city, which is much cheaper than the hotels along Mactan Beach. The picture shows the Waterfront Hotel, the largest four-star hotel in Cebu, which is also the choice of many Chinese. There are also other economy hotels that can be checked in for US$30.



Popular attractions in Cebu City include the oldest church in the Philippines, Santo Nino Church, Magellan's Cross and Fort San Pedro. There is also a museum introducing the history of the Philippines.



Recommended check-in spots: Tops, the mountaintop observatory. Located on a high ground in the city, the night view is beautiful, and Filipino students can overlook the entire island of Cebu. The observation deck of Lantaw Restaurant needs to be paid, but you can enjoy the night view while dining, which is unique. The transportation to Cebu is very convenient. Many Filipino students who participated in the survey also mentioned the convenience of transportation to Cebu. Manila Air and Cebu Pacific belong to Lcc airlines, and the airfare is cheap. It is possible to have a round-trip fare of 2,000 in the off-season. Even the round-trip fare of Philippine Airlines is only about 3,500. The flight time is about 4 hours, and the distance is closer than other holiday beaches such as Hawaii and Bali, and there is no time difference. Shopping



Cebu also has many shopping malls. Ayala Mall and SM City in the city center provide comprehensive services, including currency exchange offices, rich local specialties, and various restaurants and coffee shops. If students have time, they can spend a whole day here.



In addition to shopping malls, you can also buy dried mangoes in supermarkets. The 7D brand dried mangoes in the picture are highly recommended for students traveling to the Philippines as souvenirs!



The probability of seeing whale sharks is as high as 99%. Students who travel to the Philippines must go snorkeling in Oslob! From Cebu, head south for 100 kilometers to reach Oslob, where you can watch whale sharks. Depart from the hotel at 5 am and arrive in Oslob around 9 am. Then go snorkeling or diving. You can also see whale sharks on the boat. Return after lunch and you can return on the same day. After Oslob, some travel itineraries will also arrange to go to Tumalog or Kawasaki Falls. If you have enough time, you can stay in Oslob for one night. Body massage



There are slightly higher-end massage parlors on Cebu Island that charge 1,000 pesos per hour for foreign tourists, and there are also massage parlors that charge 150 pesos per hour, with prices varying. There are many massage parlors with a strong resort style that cater to foreign tourists along the beaches of Mactan Island. There are also many massage parlors in the city that charge 300 pesos, are affordable, and are open 24 hours a day. Friends who are studying in the Philippines may wish to experience the affordable Philippine Spa while studying! Language communication English is the common language in the Philippines, and there is no problem communicating in English when taking a taxi, so don't worry. The English spoken by the locals is easy to understand, unlike American English, which has many slangs. Restaurants also have English menus. In particular, Cebu Island is a study base in the Philippines, and there are many well-known language schools in the area. Bohol Island



It takes about 2 hours to take a speedboat from Bohol to Cebu. The ecological environment on the island is well preserved. Chocolate Hills and the world's smallest tarsier species - Tarsier are the iconic features of the island that cannot be missed. It is a popular check-in spot for Philippine students. Kawasaki Falls



Kawasan Falls is about a 3-hour drive from Cebu City. Philippine tourists can choose to go there by group, charter or bus. Kawasan is the largest waterfall in Cebu with turquoise water, and it is also a popular attraction in the minds of local Filipinos. Good public security Cebu's public security is safer than everyone thinks. Although illegal incidents often occur in Manila, the capital of the Philippines, Cebu is different. However, there is still a certain gap between public security and that in China. When traveling alone at night, be sure to beware of thieves and people who chat with you in shopping malls or on the road. Taxis in Cebu City are basically charged according to the meter. However, if you go to a beach scenic area far from the city, the driver will not charge completely according to the meter. Generally, it is 50 to 100 pesos plus the meter.

Going out to play is also a good mood. It is recommended that Philippine tourists try not to make trouble because of the cost of time. Summary Although there are other famous beach resorts in the world such as Hawaii, Guam and Bali, Cebu Island is not only beautiful, but also has the advantages of convenient transportation and cheap prices from China. Moreover, the hotel prices are affordable and the air tickets are very discounted, which saves a lot of travel expenses. When you come to the Philippines to study, you can definitely take advantage of the weekends to relax and have fun. In addition, many answers mentioned the friendliness of the Filipinos, which exceeded our original expectations. Perhaps it is not the sea view and cheap prices, but the friendliness and enthusiasm of the locals that are the biggest charm of Cebu.