Hong Kong Series| Going there from Macau

now back to my "blast from the past" post....  there are still a lot of throw back posts hidden in my old chest...

From our hotel, there is a free shuttle bus going to the port.  After 30 minutes, we are at the port.  We bought our ferry tickets at the ground floor.  The rate is cheaper here by around MOP30.00.  FYI, there is an additional charge for a big baggage/luggage of MOP20.00 (each).


the port going to HK

this is where you should buy tickets

Tanza's Oasis Hotel and Resort

the key card, don't lose or pay Php500.00

the spacious lobby and reception area

 

they are now ready for the halloween

 We went to this hotel for our division's recent planning and team building. In a very short notice, they were able to accomodate us and been very prompt and accomodating in our inquiries.

 

Since, it is lean season, we were able to get the booking with discounted room rates and convention packages.

Cebu Series| Pasalubong Shopping and Total Expenses



Oh! yes I do

Being Pinoys, our travel is not complete without bringing some goodies or pasalubong going back home.  Cebu has a lot to offer when it comes to these.  Here are some goodies that I can't resist bringing back home:

Cebu Series| Food Trip

Cebu is not just known for beaches, Sinulog and girls (you know what I mean right?), but for mouth watering delicacies as well.  Number 1 on the list of course is the lechon.  I have observed that pigs in the Visayas Region are leaner compared to Luzon's.



Oh my! cholesterol overload...

So upon landing in Cebu City at around 9:00PM, we wasted no time and boarded a jeepney looking for Zubuchon.  If you are on a budget and without much baggages with you, you can ride at the second floor a jeepney going to the Mactan town.  It will only cost you around Php9.00.  From there, you can check-in at Island Souvenir Hotel. 

Cebu Series: Tune Hotel

I have been seeing this hotel promo in Metrodeal for sometime but didn't book at any branch since I thought it was not that good.  Feeling ko kase motel lang sya, though there is nothing wrong with a motel.  It's just that I will not be comfortable staying in a motel during my trips.

But then, when we arrived in Cebu in the middle of the night, our original plan of staying at J's office didn't push through.  We also didn't have any advance booking so we have no choice but to scout for a place to stay.  We really initially thought of staying in a motel for cheaper accomodation since we will sleep for 3 hours only before going to Oslob.  Then I suggested to check Tune Hotel first because I read in the net that it is located at the heart of Business District and night life.

 

And I'm glad that we did. First reason is the location.  It is situated beside Ayala Mall so shopping is so convenient.  Beside it is a 7-11 store where you can buy food and toilettries (if you forget to bring)24/7.

 

Another great tip guys:  buy mango candies and other pasalubongs in Metro Gaisano supermarket.  They are cheaper compared to Taboan's.  They can also conveniently pack them in a box.

at night

Cebu Series: The Ruins in Oslob

Before riding a bus and returning to Cebu City, don't fail to pass by the ruins which are located within the town proper.  From George's Resort, we rented a tricycle for Php50.00/person and went to the ruins. 

 

the watch tower ruins

Cebu Series: Tumalog Falls

very enchanting falls..

Still wet from our whale watching and after breakfast (at the same resort), off we go to Tumalog Falls.  We rented a mini van for Php150.00/person (from original offer of php180.00).  The cost is still high but there is no other mode of transportation available at that time and we are in a hurry already.