International Tourism Fair set in September
(Sep. 01, 2007)

Cebu, Philippines - More than 100 foreign buyers are expected to attend the First Philippine International Tourism Fair (PITF) that will be held at the Cebu International Convention Center in Mandaue City next month.read more

Market RP through Cebu
(Aug. 10, 2007)

THE Philippines as a top tropical destination in Asia can best be represented through Cebu’s flourishing tourism industry. “It’s easier to market the Philippines through Cebu,” said Angel Ramos Bognot, National Association of Independent Travel Agencies (Naitas) Philippines president.read more

Cebu Tourist Arrivals Increase; Koreans Top List
(Aug. 01, 2007)

TOURIST arrivals in Cebu jumped almost 24 percent in the first five months of the year compared to that of the same period in 2006, records from the Department of Tourism (DOT) 7 revealed.


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The Miss Cebu Tourism project was first conceptualized in the second half of 1983 by a group of Cebuanos who are committed in promoting Cebu as an alternative tourist destination in the Philippines. read more
 
 
 
 


Sinulog is a dance ritual in honor of the miraculous image of the Santo Niño. The dance moves two steps forward and one step backward to the sound of the drums. This resembles the current (Sulog) of what was then known as Cebu's Pahina River. Thus, in Cebuano, they say it's Sinulog. read more
 
 
 
 

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- April 3:
Tres De Abril Enactment

Cebuanos commemorate the victory of early Cebuano forces, led by legendary Cebuano fighter Leon Kilat, over invading Spanish troops. It was truly a triumph to be remembered: the victory earned Cebu the distinction of being the first major island outside of main Philippine island Luzon, to repel Spaniard rule.


battle of mactan
Kadaugan sa Mactan, Lapu-lapu City


Island Adventures
Relive the victory of Lapu-Lapu, hem of the historic Battle of Mactan. Every year, the city of Lapu-Lapu stages a reenactment with canon fire and mock sword fights between island warriors and Spanish conquistadores on the shores of Mactan island. The proud chieftain Lapu-Lapu defeated invading forces of Ferdinand Magellan on April 27, 1521. Watch the stage version performed in songs and dance in "Kadaugan sa Mactan", an original full-legth musicale in the rich Cebuano language.

Sample fresh seafood prepared the way you want it in sutukil-fish, shrimp or shells cooked in soup, charcoal-broiled or pickled in vinegar.

Must See, Must Do

• Battle of Mactan Dance Drama
• Mactan Food Festival
• Week-long cultural events, sports and entertainment in Lapu-Lapu City.

Hole-In-One
Discover the sprawling greens of Cebu's premier gold courses. Spread our from the city center to north and south of Cebu island are six championship golf courses that attract sportsmen from all over. Well-equipped club houses and recreational facilities make Cebu a premier destination for golfers.

Must See, Must Do

• Resort and golf packages
• Golf clinics and tournaments

Dive Safari
Explore wonders of the underwater world. Cebu has 166 islands and islets with sandy beaches and clear blue waters teeming with marine life. Steep, drop-offs, coral gardens, tropical fish, and gentle whale sharks will thrill the experienced diver or enthusiastic beginner. Dive trips to neighboring Bohol, Negros, Siquijor islands promise to give the best of the Visayas.

Must See, Must Do

• Marine sanctuaries and fish feeding
• Cave Diving
• Cabilao Challenge
• Pescador Reefs




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