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Find out what souvenirs—or pasalubong in the local dialect—you might want to get, from the tasty to the wearable. Check out the map of where to buy pasalubong in Cebu.
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Cebu has plenty of world-class resorts and hotels that are perfect for a luxury vacation. Some of the high-end ones like Movenpick Hotel and Bluewater Maribago Beach Resort are a destination of its own. But if you’re going to stay in Cebu for a few weeks or more, chances are you’ll want something more practical. Besides, with…
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DiscoveringCebu is growing! Having had big success with Dean’s profile in September, this month we tried boosting the blog post about extending a Philippines tourist visa in Cebu using Facebook Ads. You can see that from the first third of the month, where active users are consistently above 30. We spent about $10 and…
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Online shopping is a growing trend in the Philippines, be it with Shopee, Lazada, Zalora or your niche Facebook group. Shopping keeps getting more convenient as e-commerce sites continue to add more payment methods for a hassle-free shopping experience. Speaking of which, what payment method works best for peso transactions? Online payment options: Cash on Delivery…
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The idea of coworking isn’t new, but the reasons for opening one just keep getting better. So much so that more people in Cebu are catching on to this trend. While trends often come and go, coworking isn’t likely to go away soon. The evidence is in the growing number of these alternative work…
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The Queen City of the South has many charms. From pristine beaches and awesome mountainscapes to its vibrant nightlife and thrilling food scene, Cebu doesn’t disappoint. Chances are you’ll end up wanting to stay longer than planned. To do that, you’ll need to request for a visa extension ideally at least a week before…
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While some people work productively at home, many others thrive in coworking spaces. There’s a certain appeal to coworking that lent it instant popularity among self-employed professionals, online hustler, and startups. Maybe it’s the flexibility that sweetens the pot. Or, perhaps it’s the community vibe that adds flavor to the experience. As opposed to…
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This is the first post in our series introducing some of the amazing humans we meet in Cebu. They may live here or just be visiting. They may be Filipino or foreigners. Locals or from the province, tourists or expats. One thing they have in common: They radiate energy, they offer a fascinating perspective…
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So you’ve packed your bags way too full and need a place to keep your excess belongings for a week in Cebu. Or, perhaps the early 2PM checkout from the hotel has left you heaps of time before your trip home. While there are plenty of sights and scenes to beat that annoying time…