Hotel Mactan Cebu -MB’s Garden Inn

 

Restaurant Mactan Cebu -MB’s Tavern

Mactan Cebu -MB’s Motorcycle Rental

By the way a supprising thing when the thypoons occured in the phillipines was that many persons who might not normally be considered as helpers or social workers a lot of helping hands when it come to raw material for the suffers of the thyphoons. A lot of Food, rice, and building materials was fast taken there by Motorcycle bound individuals, even MC gangs, who later on engaged larger cars and trucks tor transport the massive of things needed after the storms have hit in the worst suffering places in the philippines.

Here some of the locals From Basak Kagudoy Motorcycle MC in Mactan, Lapu-lapu city, Philippines.

 

great meals

cheap drinks

Special occassions

Party with friends

Michael Effelberger Design and optimization Spot Life on a Motorcycle & Hotel Restaurant – Mactan Cebu

MB’s Tavern Bakeshop & Restaurant, an established restaurant and dining business with well guests rooms facility is up for sale. This establishment has been in healthy operation for 30 years with a steady stream of local & foreign clientele. Due to unforeseen personal circumstances beyond control back home, the operational owner of the establishment has had to come to the painful decision of putting up the establishment for sale, which has built up and nurtured from its infancy to present day.

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Landline: 5113828 Mobile: 09157419236, 09285209960

To start at mactan international airport and then go to a Restaurant & Hotel nearby to get some relaxation and rest before renting a motorcycle to get familiar with before starting some serious island hopping or start to discover the philippines.

 

3. In the south, Mindanao and the Sulu Archipelago

4. In the west Palawan with about 1.700 IslandsThe first airport in the Philippines for people who knows to travel; Cebu. After few years of innovation, they make it possible for you to have less stress than in Manila. The atmosphere in the airport terminal conditions you for a more comfortable and relaxing trip than in Manila. Besides it has all you need in one place that gives you a better overview of what´s going on.
Cebu City City HallCebu is about 200 Km long and maximum 40 Km wide. The Capital City is Cebu City -the center in Visayas. Cebu Island is situated between the Islands Negros, Leyte and Bohol.The pulse of life in Cebu Island beat faster than any nearby Islands. The Cebuanos don´t relax on traditional laurel, the older money. They´re making new one. Cebu is a dynamic-economic region and investment centre in the Philippines.
The earliest settlers and have lived for centuries in Cebu – the longest in melting with the locals; the power of young industry. The favour of Cebu in entrepreneurship is through deapsea harbor; established before the Spanish came, ships from Siam, China and Arabian dispatch; in a time Cebu – was Sugbo.
The Mountains is the spine of Cebu Island, in the north and south is an agricultural area. Cebu is exploiting copper, gold, silver, iron and coal.

Cebu is the heart of Visayas; A designated mark of acceptance by her people.

The sightseeing Capital of this Island is Cebu City. Cebu City has about 850.000 inhabitants; the third great city in the Philippines. The Cebuanos call her “Queen of the South”.
Cebu is the oldest Spainsh foundation in the Philippines.
Capitol Building – The seat of the Provincial government is pre-war  vintage.  Constructed in 1937 under the administration of Governor  Sotero Cabahug, it stands as one of the  many  beautiful capitol buildings in the country  today.

Typical traffic in the City

An all around Jeepneys, make transportion for five Pesos within the city area.

During rush hours, Cebu has traffic jams. You must find the secret ways for your advantage!

Cebu City is the center of culture and intellect in the Visayas. Follow objects of interest you must not miss:Basilica Minore del Santo Nino

Catholic Basilica in East Asia — the Sto. Niño Basilica. It is the center of devotion and religious pilgrimage throughout the Visayas for it houses the original deity of the Sto. Niño or the infant Jesus. The deity was given by Magellan to Queen Juana, the wife of Cebu’s King Jumabon. Houses the image of Sto. Niño, the oldest Spanish religious relic in the Philippines and Cebu’s Patron. The Santo Niño was a baptismal gift of Fredinand Magellan to  Queen Juana and has survived fires and catastrophes since April 14, 1521. The Basilica is one of the oldest church and originally a hut made out of nipa.

The smallest and oldest Spanish fort in the country.  It was built in 1565 by Miguel Lopez de Legaspi and served as the core of Spanish settlement in the Philippines.  Admission fee is P10.00 daily from 9am to 11pm.

A bronze statue of Lapu-lapu stands proudly at Punta Engaño, the victorious site of Lapu-lapu, famously known as the first Filipino leader to resist Spanish attempts at colonization.

Magellan´s Cross
Planted by the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand magellan for the glory of Spain in 1521.  This marks the spot where the first Christian Filipinos were baptized

The original cross is now encased in Tindalo to protect it from the further deterioration and housed in a monument shrine.

 

Here are some places of Cebu City!
The Mango Ave

From Cebu City – Mactan Bridge – to Mactan Island

Metro Cebu
Osmenia Boulevard by night.

Osmenia Boulevard by dusk

A view from Ayala Shopping Center inside

Colon Street Cebu City

The oldest street in the Philippines.  Named after Christopher Colombus, it was built by the Spaniards during the time of Miguel Lopez de Legaspi.

At present, it is the heart of downtown Cebu, a glittering city by night lined with restaurants, department stores, and other business establishments.

Taoism, a philosophical and religious order introduced by the chinese to Cebu, is practiced in this temple. Excellent site for self-contemplation by people of any religion.

Beverly Hills is suggested where the Taoist Temple rises to a commanding view of the city. The Taoist Temple High above the city,  The locals call it the “pawis” temple
(Tagalog for perspiration from climbing the 99 steps).

 

Located on top of breezy Busay Hills, it offers a breathtaking view of Metro Cebu and its neighboring islands. An excellent sight especially at night. Cottages are available for daytime picnics and instant evening parties only 15 minutes ride from Cebu City`s Lahug area.

No streets in Cebu City without one or few restaurants. Filipino, Korean, Chinese, French, German, Swiss Food- is available. Austrian Specialties? Here you are!
Not only in Manila you can find in Southterrain a Shopping Building of many excellent Restaurants.
It is unfair for the Chef-Cooks of this many Restaurants favoured by many – if not introduced.
Treat yourself of a culinaried, tour – is fantastic!!

For those who think that Cebu City is a sex tourism destination, it will be a disappointment. It is true, Cebu City was one of the rest and relax destinations of the American GI during the peak days of the Vietnam War. This created an extensive nightlife. After the war, however, this changed gradually. For a while American, European and Australian tourists tried to keep up this image, but in time Asian tourists took over. Cebu’s Nightlife adjusted to that.
A little hint: Some gorgeous looking and overly dressed sexy women are false – they are boys!

After getting through a year challenged by terrorism in the different parts of the world and economic and political turmoil, more devotees are expected to come to Cebu for the Sinulog. “Sinulog for Cebuanos is not only a celebration of a feast but it is also a time for thanksgiving for the graces we received in the past year and for petitions for more graces this whole year,” Galindez said. Some photos from Sinulog 2003:

 

Aside from tourists from Luzon and Mindanao, delegations from Hawaii and California in the United States, Australia, Netherlands and other parts of Europe are expected to attend the festivity.

Cebu, considered as the cradle of Christianity in the Philippines, is known for the Sinulog festival every third Sunday of January.
It was in Cebu where the sacraments of baptism and matrimony were first administered in the country, when the Legazpi expedition arrived in 1565.General Information about the Philippines

Visa and Passport:
No Visas are required for foreigners entering the country for a stay no longer than 21 days provided that you have valid passports and tickets to leave the Philippines. Visas are required only for stateless persons and citizens of countries with which the Philippines have no diplomatic relations. A temporary visitor’s visa is required for those who are planning to stay up to 59 days. Vaccination certificates may be neccesary for long term stays. Holders of Hongkong and Taiwan passports need special permits. All visas and permits may be obtained from Philippine embassies and consulates. Or, once here, you may obtain it from the Bureau of Immigration.

Currency: 
The currency in the Philippines is the Peso (PhP) and the Centavo. 100 centavos = P1. Coin denominations are: 1, 5, 10, and 25 centavos, P1, P5 and P10. Bill denominations are : 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1, 000 pesos.
Next to the peso, the US dollar enjoys wide acceptance. Foreign currency may be exchanged at your hotel, and in most of the large department stores, banks and authorized money changing shops. Exchanging money anywhere else is illegal and the laws are strictly enforced.

Most large stores, restaurants , hotels and resorts accept major credit cards including American Express , Visas and MasterCard. Traveller’ s checks preferably American Express are accepted at hotels and large department stores. Personal checks drawn on foreign banks are generally not accepted.

 

Customs:
Upon Arriving: Visitors are allowed to bring in duty free personal belongings, two cartons of cigarettes or two tins of pipe tobacco and up to one liter of alcohol. Balikbayans have separate rules and should check with the Embassy or Consulate in their home city.

You may bring in unlimited amount of foreign currency.

Upon Leaving: Any antiques you may have acquired during your stay must be accompanied by a certificate from the National Museum. You may also not take more than PhP 5,000.00 (five thousand Philippine pesos) out of the country.Business Hours:
Most businesses are open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM weekdays and 8:00 AM till noon Saturdays. Banks are open from 9:00 AM till 3:00 PM Mondays through Fridays. Most department stores stay open on Sundays and holidays.
When banking in the Philippines, it is advisable to have your passport with you for identification.
The post offices are open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM weekdays only. Local postage is PhP 8.00 for a standard letter and PhP 25.00 for letters to America and Europe. Stamps for postcards are frequently available from the Concierge Desk at most major hotels. The Philippines uses ZIP codes, please include them in addressing local mail.
NOTE: The Standard lunch hour is noon to 1:00 PM. Most businesses and government offices are closed.

Tipping:
Bellhops expect a tip, as do waiters, taxi drivers, hairdressers, beauticians,

Language:
The national language is Filipino, with English as the most widely spoken second language. All business, governmental and legal transactions are conducted in English.

Philippine Time:
Philippine standard time is eight hours ahead of Greenwich Meantime.

Electrical Appliances:
Most areas in Cebu are supplied with 220 volts, 60 cycles. A plug with 2 flat parallel prongs is the norm. Many of the major tourist hotels also have 110 volt a/c outlets.

We always hear this question. The reason is the bad reputation the news from the Philippines is bringing to Europe. What really is happening in the Philippines is not at all as it seems…
Sorry, but there are many crazy fanatics alive all over the world and anywhere you stay is not really, really safe. But think, Philippines is not composed of one island alone. There are more than seven thousand islands…
There are really small group terrorist who stay and make trouble in two or three places in Mindanao or Sulu-Sea. We stay in the Central Visayas, 600 Km far from them and