CEBU INFORMATION GUIDE

Photos of Nudibranchs, Moalboal, Philippines

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:57:00 +0000

ABOUT THE LOCATION

They look like a creation of talented painters, like exercises in imagination. They come in any color, size, shape and pattern. Decorated with undulating flaps, sensory organs and waving forests of gills that it is sometimes difficult to tell which end is which.

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source: PHOTO LOCATION: Nudibranchs, Moalboal, Philippines

world-class dive sites

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:45:00 +0000

RP a buffet of world-class dive sites
by GoodNews Pilipinas
January 14, 2010

Malapascua in Cebu was discovered for its wide white sandy beach and later, for its beautiful coral gardens and excellent dive spots. Malapascua offers the only daily thresher shark sightings in the world.

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Lancaster Cebu Condotel launches Package tours to Malapascua Island

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:32:00 +0000

Lancaster Cebu Condotel launches Package tours to Malapascua Island

Lancaster Cebu Condotel launches Asia’s Top Beach and Dive Package tours to Malapascua Island Philippines

Lancaster Cebu serviced Condotel flats, a few minutes from Mactan International Airport the central Philippines major jump off point for island tours, are 2-4 hours from some of Asia’s Top Beaches and Philippine Dive Spots

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source: Lancaster Cebu Condotel launches Package tours to Malapascua Island

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:10:00 +0000

Found this video from filipino.tv

a video showing different diving sites in moalboal

MOALBOAL DIVING SITES

Abaca Resort Paradise on Earth

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Abaca, known worldwide as Manila hemp, is considered as the strongest among natural fibers. The Abaca plant is indigenous to the Philippines whose warm, wet climate and volcanic soils are particularly suited to its cultivation. Needless to say, this is one of the country's most popular exports to the global market.

Another form of Abaca from the Philippines deserves to make a mark in the global hemisphere, this time, in lifestyle travel and leisure category. The Abaca Resort situated in the pristine island of Mactan in Cebu.

Abaca Resort has redefined the concept of exclusive boutique resorts. The word exclusive encompasses privacy, security, and fine natural artistry manifested in its well-interior rooms, delectable cuisine, unparalleled 24-hour butler service, and craftsmanship of its amenities.

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source from: www.lifestyleasia.com

Cebu as a second home: Consider Malaysia's model

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:41:00 +0000

posted by: Cebu as a second home: Consider Malaysia's model
FULL DISCLOSURE By Fidel O. Abalos (The Freeman) Updated November 09, 2009 12:00 AM

Last week, in the anniversary celebration of the Cebu Investment Promotion Center (CIPC), we heard its prime mover, Joel Mari Yu, harping on the possibility of having Cebu as the most preferred choice of global citizens who are trying to find their second home .

This development is very encouraging. For one, CIPC has the credibility and track record in investment promotion. Apparently, they already have the experience, a database and a network of moneyed individuals.

However, just like any business, promotion will only translate into profits if the products or services offered approximate the representation it makes. Otherwise, sustainability is not even an issue worth delving in. It is practically dead from the very beginning.

The idea of promoting a country as second home isn't new at all. Malaysia started it a few years back and has now started reaping dividends. What Malaysia did wasn't something really special. It wasn't something that is beyond every ordinary Filipino mind's reach. They started it five years ago when they launched "Malaysia-My Second Home" (MM2H) by offering foreigners, particularly retirees, to live permanently in their country. They started by giving five-year visa with unlimited entry/exit privileges and without minimum annual residence requirement. Permanent residency is also a possibility after a five-year stay. Retirees may also bring in household

effects duty-free, and import or purchase one vehicle locally, tax free. Income tax incentives are also offered for investing retirees. Notably, recipients (foreigners) are eligible to buy houses at a cost of not less than RM150,000.00 (or roughly US$41,677.50 at the current exchange rate) each. More importantly, for purposes of owning the house, they are also entitled to borrow from local banks 60% or more of its cost or value. As a result, Malaysia topped other Asian countries for two (2) consecutive years in a row in the International Living's survey for preferred destinations.

First and only zip line in CEBU

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:47:00 +0000

source from: www.sunstar.com.ph
posted by: Gessa Marie T. Gunhuran
STC Media Intern
photo: by zkunks from www.istorya.net
DO YOU crave that adrenaline rush you get from flying without having to pay an arm and a leg for a skydiving trip? Or are you bored with classroom discussions on physics and want to see “momentum” and gravity in the real world?

Or do you simply want to try something new for half the price of a movie ticket?

Welcome to zip-lining, and it’s now in Cebu City.

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A zip-line is an aerial runway consisting of a cable suspended on a pulley system and mounted on an incline. It is designed to enable a user to use gravity to travel from the top to the bottom of an inclined cable through a free-moving pulley.

The cable is made of stainless steel, making sure that even those on the heavy side can enjoy the thrill.

Around the Philippines, there are several zip-line courses available to the public, but there are none yet in Cebu City. Most of them are also quite expensive, and can only cater to the higher middle class and up categories.

But a group of Cebuanos, involved in the teaching of arnis, wants to change that.

The Doce Pares Organization, led by Grandmaster Dionisio “Diony” Canete, who along with his son, Gerald Canete, have decided to add zip-lining into their training regimen, making it the first zip-line course in Cebu.

They specialize in the teaching of Kali Eskrima also known as “arnis” to aspiring students both young and old, Pinoys and foreigners alike and their school in Sto. Nino Village has attracted hundreds of visitors.

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Cebu Birdwatching Stints Set Up As BirdLife & Philippines Sign Agreement

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:04:00 +0000

The Department of Tourism (DOT) and BirdLife International Inc. (BLI) have signed an agreement to support a bird conservation program as part of its strategy to advance birdwatching tourism in Cebu and other parts of the Philippines.

Tourism Secretary Joseph “Ace” Durano said the DOT is promoting Birdwatching Phillipines as part of its adventure tourism packages.

It was affirmed the “species champion” for the Cebu Flowerpecker during the 2009 British Bird Watching Fair in Ruthland, United Kingdom.

”The country has a very big potential in mainstream tourism that’s why we are pushing tourism traffic in the interior,” Durano said.

Durano was in Cebu Monday for the ceremonial signing and press conference of the Species Champion Agreement of DOT and BirdLife International Inc. (BLI) at the Marco Polo Hotel in Lahug, Cebu City.

Durano added the bird conservation program started two years ago but it only picked up this year when the British fair featured the Cebu Flowerpecker as its flagship species, under the theme “lost and found.”

The critically endangered Cebu Flowerpecker was once though extinct until it was rediscovered in 1992 in pocket forests in the hinterland barangay of Tabunan in Cebu City.

Of the 200 bird species in the Philippines, the Cebu Flowerpecker that is found in Alcoy town ranked third among the rarest birds in the country.

”This creates instant awareness and consciousness. If you are a birdwatcher, you will be compelled to consider Cebu as your next site,” Durano said.

“This bird has never been photographed and this further creates fascination,” he said.

He said Alcoy town residents can become tour guides to help locate and identify the birds.

Durano revealed birdwatching is relatively cheaper compared to other tourism activities such as scuba diving and golfing.

source from: Keeping Pet Birds

Cine Europa 12 opens in Cebu

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:13:00 +0000

FROM: PIA (Philippine Information Agency)

PIA RELEASED: 2009-10-08

Cebu City (8 October) -- The showcase of European films in the Philippines dubbed 'Cinema 12' is a continuing tradition of further enhancing dialogues between European and Filipino cultures through the silver screen.

Cine Europa, the tradition of bringing excellent European films to the Philippines, opens its doors tomorrow in Cebu. Public screenings at the Ayala Onstage will be done starting tomorrow until October 11 while admission is free on a first-come, first-served basis.

Now on its 9th year in Cebu since it launched in the country 12 years ago, Cine Europa continues to provide Filipino movie enthusiasts with a range of powerful films which will surely touch everyone's hearts and minds.

Cine Europa will be opened by Mr. Holger Rommen, Head, Contracts and Finance Section, Delegation of the European Commission to the Philippines, Mr. Alvaro Trejo, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Spain and representing the EU Presidency in Manila together with Consul Jaime Picornell of the Arts Council of Cebu and Mr. Sven Malmberg of the Swedish Embassy of the Embassy of Sweden in Thailand, who currently holds the EU Presidency for the next six months of this year.

Films from Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom will certainly endear Europe once more to Cine Europa enthusiasts in Cebu.

OFWs tapped as Philippine medical tourism envoys

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 18:22:00 +0000

By MALOU M. MOZO

September 28, 2009, 8:31pm

CEBU CITY – The Cebu Health and Wellness Council (CHWC), a group of players in the local health and wellness industry, is set to capitalize on the country’s growing overseas Filipino workers, or balikbayans, targeting them as envoys to promote the sector in the international market.

Nelia Navarro, Provincial Director of the Department of Tourism-Cebu, said that as Cebu positions itself as a premier health and wellness destination in Asia, combining both leisure and business in one place, local industry stakeholders are bent on luring foreign patients through testimonies and first-hand experiences of balikbayans availing of local medical and wellness services.

The Department of Tourism-Cebu is one of CHWC’s member government agencies.

“Our first target is to attract all Filipinos around the world to avail of the best health and wellness services we have here,” said Navarro. “Eventually, they will become our ambassadors for the sector.”

According to Navarro, the influx of foreign patients considering the Philippines as an alternative destination for affordable health and wellness services is possible if these international Filipino communities with foreign friends are able to share by word-of-mouth their personal experiences in trying out local health and wellness therapies, the qualities of which are fast gaining a positive reputation globally.

At present, she said, CHWC member-organizations including leading hospitals in Metro Cebu, dental organizations, spa and wellness players, among others, are conducting talks with several Filipino communities abroad “who can help bring in Filipino patients.”

Navarro stressed that Cebu medical institutions as well as wellness facilities are ready to accommodate more sophisticated markets, including Americans and Europeans, seeking medical services and wellness vacation packages.

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DIVING SPOT IN NORTHERN TOWN OF CEBU

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:59:00 +0000

Conquering Bunzie’s Cove and Capitancillo Island

Written by Rod Anthony Arriola

this article was written 2 years ago, this is about my province name tabogon in northern part of cebu, i will post more updates soon bout this diving spot

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original content: CEBU DIVER

bunzie’s Cove and Capitancillo Island (Tabogon, Cebu)

I got Rudy Balbuena’s invitation to dive in Tabogon from Mike Lazaro. Tabogon is a town in Northern Cebu, bounded by Bogo in the North, San Remigio in the West, Borbon in the South and the Camotes Sea to the East. I relayed the invitation to Toby Panopio. I was only told where the dive was and given a date, time and place to meet. I didn’t really ask for more details. This was an invitation to dive in a new place, and as usual, I was all for it. Have tanks, will dive. I have turned down several invitations from Mike and Rudy B. in the past, and I was not about to turn this invitation down.

It was a day before the dive that I got more details from Mike. Apparently, we were scheduled to do a clean-up for the first dive at the house reef in Bunzie’s Cove in Bito-on, Tabogon. Then, I learned of an added bonus -- The second dive was in Capitancillo Island. I thought then, Now you’re talking!

Toby asked me for more details regarding the day’s dive when I picked him up that morning and I didn’t have any more details to give him. I was only advised to bring my gear and weights…and to remind Toby to bring his camera.

Getting to Tabogon was no problem. The road going north is well cemented and safe except for a few peeves – a bridge under construction in Catmon, and of course, the tricycles in the highway that slow you down, plus the occasional gung-ho (see A*&HOLE) Ceres and Rough Rider bus driver.

Nobody knew where Bunzie’s Cove, the site of our first clean-up dive, was. Nobody even knew where Bito-on, Tabogon was. All we knew was how to get to Tabogon.

“Once in Tabogon, just look for a National Geographic logo, colored red, right side when you’re going north. You won’t miss it” was the only instruction Mike said was given to him by Rudy. Rudy was already in Tabogon. He went there the day before to prepare for the day’s dive.

The gate to Bunzie’s Cove indeed had that very prominent “National Geographic logo, but colored red” thing. It was very hard to miss.

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Captivating Savannah

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 15:48:00 +0000

original content: Captivating Savanna

Author: By Gloria Ramos
Cebu Daily News First Posted 09:58:00 09/21/2009 Filed Under: Tourism & Leisure

While for the past ten days or so, I have missed out the daily news, the Balili property deal, the expected alignment of forces in the political landscape, the endless audit exceptions involving local government units, among others, my Washington DC visit is truly, in the words of lawyer Joan Largo, a “breather”, from the challenges of environmental advocacy and an enriching experience, at that.

Values such as respect for the law and living things and efficient public service, are alive in Washington DC. “It is the Law” slogan is an ubiquitous sign in the Metro bus, reminding passengers not to smoke, litter and to give way to seats for senior citizens and the physically impaired. Respect is visible from the moment one steps out of the train or bus. People wait for their turn to enter until the last rider steps out. Definitely, there is none of the “each one for himself/herself” hurried-and-harassed faces of Metro Manila MRT commuters.

Greetings of “Good morning” and “Hello, how are you?” among strangers fill the air. Is this not a great tradition to foster among us, Filipinos? It will make us remember, even for a moment, how good life is.

Public parks and wide pedestrian walk ways and lanes are an integral part of the landscape. Carbon-capturing trees and colorful flowers, so soothing to the senses, are cared for, not to mention the veritable soul-nurturing and wide array of historical sites, museums and galleries to choose from.

In my September 28 column, I will share my observations and learning from my participation in the International Association of Law Schools (IALS) Conference on Constitutional Law at the American University and Georgetown Law Center, the September 21-23 World Bank Conference on Climate Change and Sustainable Cities, stimulating discussions with Washington DC-based Cebuanos and my favorite love team, Tony and Kiddie Lim, Marcos Orellana of the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL), the organization which awarded Tony Oposa with the Environmental Law award in the early part of this year, Environmental Protection Agency lawyer, with Filipino roots, Pasky Pascual and Dan Ritchie of the Transparency Partners Group, and meetings with our kababayan hungry for an “up close and personal” account of the developments taking place in our country.

For now, however, while the moments in historic Savannah, Georgia last weekend are still vivid, I will dwell on the magical trip that my wisdom-filled nephew, Jesse Luague and his ever-supportive wife, Malu and I took, riding on their energy-efficient Toyota Prius that brought us to the well-preserved historical sites, tree-filled squares, cobblestone streets and stories of events (including ghost-sightings) that took place three hundred years ago.

Savannah was founded in 1733 by a group of English settlers led by James Edward Oglethorp. It is lovingly called by its residents as the “Southern lady” –genteel and strong - and as the most beautiful city in the South. It is colorful, charming and enchanting, with picture-perfect street scenes and squares, not to mention a rich history.

Riding in one of the trolleys at the 2.5 square mile Landmark Historic District, considered one of the largest urban historic districts in the United States, I was immediately struck by the presence of so many squares, all twenty one of them, magnificently framed by majestic oak trees, surrounded by houses, shops, churches and buildings that date back to the Civil War era. I could not help but compare it with historic Cebu where one can count by the fingers the public parks available as a place for relaxation, strolling and appreciation of nature’s gifts for the weary residents.

Many residents and tourists in Savannah walk along the cobblestone streets while savoring the sights. Citing its pedestrian lanes as safe and eco-friendly, Walking Magazine cited Savannah as one of America’s most walkable cities.

Our driver-cum-tourist guide was a very enthusiastic Southern belle exuding the warm hospitality of the South. She animatedly talked about the origin of the phrase “keeping up with the Joneses” because prominent personalities, lawyers and doctors in the area had their offices at Jones Street. At some point in their history however, Catholics and lawyers were banned for reasons I am not clear about.

Being a dedicated Girl Scout in my younger years, one of my most memorable stops, aside from the Waving Lady and the River Street, was the birthplace of the founder of the Girl Scouts of America, Juliette “Daisy” Gordon Low. In 1912, Gordon Low organized the first Girl Scout troop meeting consisting of eighteen members. Girl Scouts' membership has grown “ from 18 members in Savannah, Georgia, to 3.4 million members throughout the United States, including U.S. territories, and in more than 90 countries through USA Girl Scouts Overseas.” Girl Scouts of America is described in its website as “the world’s preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls—all girls—where, in an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world”.

It is not by chance that the city has managed to retain its beauty and tradition. Only a handful of tall buildings in fact dot the skyline. Historic preservationists fought the fight to preserve the built and natural heritage. It was worth the struggle. It has earned accolades such as one of the “Top 15 coolest cities in America,” “Top Ten Cities in the US and Canada,” and “Top ten American Travel Destinations.”

Because of its well-preserved houses and buildings, gardens and streets that date back to the era of the Civil War, it is naturally the favourite location for period movies such as “Forrest Gump” and “Roots.” In October, Robert Redford is set to shoot another movie, “The Conspirator.” Redford directed in 1999 "The Legend of Bagger Vance" in Savannah. The City of Savannah Tourism and Film Services Department announced that “the economic impact of production will be in the millions. The wide exposure such projects bring can pay dividends for years.”

Savannah’s visitors has reached 6.5 million with direct spending of $1.8 Billion (www.savannahvisit.com) and 22,000 tourism-related jobs. To eco-stewards, Savannah is a living proof that environment and economy can be genuine partners for sustainable development.

Savannah is America’s ‘Southern Treasure’ that captivates and inspires visitors, like this writer whose determined dream is for the leaders and inhabitants of Cebu to sincerely relish their heritage, both natural and built, as the Savannah people are so doing, and ensure that the children’s birthright – a sustainable future – will be theirs - forever.

A dream- it is for now, but not an impossible one.

HIGH RISE BUILDING

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 15:20:00 +0000

here are some pictures of cebu`s high rise building, cebu city is now more than a tourist destination, it is now also to be considered as one of the business capital in the country,

pic by: slemarken pix of SSC

flickr pic by @tin.quintana

RECRUITMENT AGENCY

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 17:53:00 +0000

To my fellow cebuano who are seeking job in abroad here are the list of recruitment agency in cebu city...

original content posted at ISRTORYA.NET

Aboitiz Jensen Manpower Recruiters
232-0136
4/F WG&A Bldg, Serging Osmena Blvd., North Reclamation Area, Cebu City
Ms. Jenny / Ms. Ashlyn
Hiring for USA, Dubai, Bahrain, Singapore, Senegal

Admiral Overseas Empoyment Corp.
418-4216 / 256-2037
2ndFloor, Rm. 201.202/204, GK Chua Bldg.,Sangciangko St, Cebu City
Hiring for Kuwait, Qatar

Aela International Manpower Services
491-8501
South National Hiway Tabunok, Talisay
Official Representative : Ruby L.Bacus
Hiring for UAE

Aisyah Trading & Services 256-0655
Suite7 Galeria Fuente Gen.Maxilom Ave., Cebu
Official Representative : Muhd Rasyid Bin Abdullah
Hiring for Brunei & Kuwait

Amehan International Job Placement Services 231-8890/231-8891
S9-2 N. Escario Cor. Tojong St., Cebu City
Official Representative : Marylin A Cordeno
Hiring nurses for USA

Bollard Management Services
Rm 502 Ayala Life FGU Center, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City
Bollard502@glinesnx.com.ph

Cebu INK Manpower & Janitorial 420-8829
Rm 201 FC Quad Bldg., SB Cabahug St. Ibabao, Mandaue City
Hiring for local employers

CDK International Manpower Services 256-3206
Unit 3 Galeria Fuente, General Maxilom Ave., Cebu
Elizabeth Chua
09284049993
Hiring for Saudi, Dubai, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman

CIME Employment & Gen Services 255-3832
5th Floor Chua Choy Bldg, Legaspi Street, Cebu
Hiring for local employers: janitorial, promodisers

Concept Placement Resources, Inc.
3rd Floor, A Montecillo Bldg., #98 Gorordo Avenue, Lahug, Cebu
Hiring for construction & engineering in Abu Dubai, Saudi, Qatar

Crew Asia Inc. (032) 232-6210/ 231-6287/ 231-0654
S407 Cebu Holdings Inc, Cebu Bus. Park, Cardinal Rosales Ave, Cebu City
Hiring for yachts (mostly Europe): stewards, stewardesses, engineers, deckhands

D’Bray
Manalilli St, Cebu City

Eligible Employment Services 255-7643, 253-3796, 414-9903
62 Sikatuna nr. Bonafacio
Hiring for ya-ya, helper, tutor, janitorial, cucinera, labandera, nurse, midwife, driver, saleslady, caregiver

Enhance International Staffing Network 253-3404 / 255-1367 / 253-4547
Gf & Mf Arcenas Blg, Osmeña Blvd, Cebu City Official Representative : Maria Ang
Not hiring; process immigration papers for Canada, Australia

EXPERCS Inc. 256-0549
3rd Floor Kang Ha Bldg, LapuLapu St. cor. Osmena Blvd, Cebu
Hiring for local employers: Globe & Unilever

Fil-Hr Manpower Development & Services Specialist Corp.
101-E Don Ramon Aboitiz St., Cebu City
Lalaine Rotas 253-1100 / 254-7833 ext. 108
Mark Scofield 412-6659 Lindsay Pizaro 412-6659
Hiring skilled / unskilled / healthcare: US, UK, Canada, Singapore, Bahrain, Oman, Taiwan, UAE, Australia, China

Filpower Skills Consultants Inc. 526-1060 / 523-1893
3rd Floor Awpm Bldg., 445 M. C. Briones,
North Super Highway, Estancia, Mandaue City

FVA Manpower Training Center & Services 253-2878
2nd Floor, Rm 22 Almase Bldg. No 80 Osmena Blvd, Cebu City
fvamanpower_cebu@yahoo.com

G & A International Manpower Services, Inc. 312-318
Maxilom Ave, Cebu City

International Manpower Services, Inc. 263-3349
584 V. Rama, Cebu City
Hiring for Saudi, Brunei

International Nurses Alliance Philippines Inc. 253-9139
Rm. 209 A Geson Bldg., D. Jakosalem St., Cebu
Hiring nurses for abroad

JMECS Manpower Services Corp. 346-8245
Door G, Esperanza Bldg., AC Cortes Ave, Mandaue
Hiring for local employers: production worker, messenger, janitor, pump boy, acctg clerk, chem. engineering

Manpower Resources of Asia Inc.
….Cebu? associated w/ STI

Manpower Outsourcing Resources Inc 234-2932
Gorordo Ave, Cebu

Mirben International Manpower Services 253-9581
Rm 308, WDC Bldg, Osmena Blvd, Cebu
Hiring for Kuwait, Dubai, Jordan

Nozomi Fortune Services Inc. 255-4348, 254-9875
#775 Jasmin Street, Cor. Gov a Climaco St., Capitol Site, Cebu City
info@nozomiglobal.com
Hiring for Qatar, Dubai, Bahrain, Syria

Peerless Integrated Services Inc. 232-0370
1453 M J Cuenco Ave, Mabolo, Cebu City
Hiring for local employers: janitorial, factory

Philippine Overseas Employment Administration 253-3513
North Bacalso Ave, Cebu City

PMG Overseas Manpower Services Co. 340-8979/ 340-8940
Z1-217 Pmg Bldg Felicitas Vil, Plaridel, Looc, Mandaue & Cebu City
Official Representative : Marirose Gamonit

Richkeeper Employment Center 416-3033
Rms301-303 Mc Bldg Sunnyhills Subd Talamban, Cebu
Official Representative : Valentina E. Magat

Success Manpower & General Services 343-7287
Maguikay, Mandaue City

SS7 Personnel Services 341-0686 / 495-9888 Roy Barbas
Pajo, LapuLapu City
Hiring for local emplyers: office staff, production workers for EuroCB company

Trust Manpower Services Corp. 343-6338
Hiway, Mandaue I
Hiring for local emplyers: production workers at Profood, Mandaue (mango processing)

Unity Worldwide Resources Inc. 341-4541/42; 341-4867
Unit B-1, 209 V. Rama Avenue, Cebu City
Official Representative : Cristina A. Akiatan
Hiring nurses for USA, Malaysia & Dubai

Voyage International Manpower Services 253-7206
186 Mabini Street, Cebu City
Official Representative : Ms Saleshe G Baking
Hiring for Indonesia: heavy equip mechanics / Nigeria: mechanical engineers

cebu ranked 4th in BEST ISLAND IN ASIA 2009

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 21:01:00 +0000

original content: INQUIRER.NET

Author:

By Boboi Costas
Cebu Daily News First Posted 13:34:00 08/31/2009

CEBU, Philippines — Cebu ranked no. 4 among Asian island destinations, according to Travel + Leisure magazine, which recently rleased the results of its World’s Best Awards 2009, a listing of the best hotels, airlines, cruises in islands and cities all over the world.

No other Philippine city, island, resort, hotel, or airline made it to the listing in other categories.

The awards are based on the American magazine’s 14th Readers’ Poll survey conducted from mid-January to the end of March this year.

“An unprecedented number of new names and places made their debuts on this year’s list, sometimes unseating longtime favorites,” says Travel + Leisure editor in chief Nancy Novogrod.

Cebu got a rating of 79.68 points.

It ranked behind Bali (87.41), Maldives (84.43), and Phuket (80.93).

Respondents were asked to rate the islands based on natural attractions, activities and sights, restaurant and food, people and value.

They had to rate a candidate on a scale of 1 to 5 where “1” means poor and “5” means excellent.

In the magazine survey, Cebu island was shut out, however, from the coveted list of Top Islands Overall.

Bali with a rating of 87.41 was still no. 1.

Phuket in Thailand ranked second last year but failed to land in this year’s top ten.

Top Islands Overall rankings include: Bali (87.41), Galapagos (86.80), Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia (86.09), Kauai (85.90), Mount Desert Island in Maine (85.87), Maui in Hawaii (85.48), Aeolian Islands in Italy (85.13), Maldives (84.43), Big Island (83.92), and Vancouver Island (83.74).

For the past three years, the announcement of the World’s Best Awards winners has been preceded by the release of findings from The Survey of Affluence and Wealth in America, created by Travel + Leisure’s parent company American Express Publishing and Harrison Group, a strategic-marketing research firm.

Novogrod says she was struck by the consistency of the insights of American consumers. “They have a high regard for value and service, brand loyalty and small rewards,” she said.

The Best Islands awards were divided into geographical categories: Continental US and Canada; Hawaii; the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Bahamas; Mexico and Central and South America; Europe; Asia; and Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.

The questionnaires were developed by editors of the magazine in association with Harris Interactive, an independent research firm. They were posted in the magazine’s website.

Readers were invited to participate and a select group also received invitations by e-mail.
Respondents were screened and responses from any identified travel-industry professionals were eliminated from the final tally.

In the Condé Nast Traveler annual Readers’ Choice Survey, Cebu has occupied the seventh spot in the best island destination in Asia/Indian Ocean three times: in 2008 at 70.9, which is two points short of 2007’s 72.3 points and 2004’s 72.8 points.

Twice, it has been ranked 8th best island destination: in 2006 with 71.0 points and in 2005 with 69.5 in the same magazine survey.

Both Travel + Leisure Magazine and Condé Nast Traveler are American publications based in New York.

‘Much to be proud of

Tourism Undersecretary Phineas Alburo said the award proves that Cebu Island has a lot to be proud of.

“That's good news. It really speaks well of the destination and has erased doubts among travelers. It is a very good development,” Alburo told Cebu Daily News.

He said Travel + Leisure, based in New York, was a “prestigious” American publication.

Alburo said Cebu gets a share of 500,000 international tourists in a year while the number of local tourists exceeds more than 500,000 a year.

“Cebu has all the ingredients for an ideal destination,” he said.

He cited the island's accessibility with an international airport, natural attractions such as diving and beaches, heritage sites, and the hospitality of the people, making it one of the best destinations in Asia.

Lapu-Lapu City Vice Mayor Mario Amores said “tremendous” efforts were poured by officials into tourism development.

He said the presence of an international airport and world-class resorts were a big plus, aside from the business appeal.

“Without a business-friendly environment, these resorts would not be investing here. They look for assurance of returns on their investment and that the environment factors are stable.”

Lapu-Lapu first lady Paz Radaza, co-chairperson of the City Tourism Committee, said the recognition would encourage more cooperation between the public and private sector.

“With this recognition, it will encourage both the private and the public sector to work hard to give tourists the best amenities at par with the world standards. The recognition will make every Cebuano proud,” Radaza added.

emergency numbers rescue and police asistant

noreply@blogger.com (NOAH) — Tue, 26 May 2009 07:06:00 +0000

CEBU FIRE DEPARTMENT(Cebu City)

hot line - 160

(63) 32-2560541

(6332) 340-0252

EMERGENCY RESCUE UNIT FOUNDATION

hot line – 161
(63) 32-3402994

AMBULANCE - 161

RESCUE (hot line)- 117

Argao -(6332) 367-7680

Mandaue -(6332) 344-4747 / 344 – 3364

Mandaue (hot line)-(6332) 344-3364

Minglanilla -(6332) 273-2830

Naga -(6332) 272-6410

Talamban - (6332) 344-9200

Talisay City - (6332) 272-8277

Lapu-Lapu City - (6332) 340-0252

****Cebu City Health Care Agency‘s****

HOSPITALS

CEBU DOCTORS HOSPITAL
(6332) 253-7511
(6332) 253-7516
(6332) 255-5555
Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City

ST. VINCENT GENERAL HOSPITAL
6332 254-4206 / 253-8296
210-D Jones Avenue, Cebu City

MACTAN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
(6332) 340-3721 , (6332) 340-3728
Basak, 6015 Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu

SACRED HEART HOSPITAL-CEBU
(6332)254-1841 ,(6332) 254-8821
Villa Asnar Urgello Private Rd. Cebu City

CEBU VELEZ GENERAL HOSPITAL
(6332) 253-1871 , (6332) 253-1879
F. Ramos St., Cebu City

VICENTE SOTTO MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
(6332) 255-1591,(6332) 253-9891
B Rodriguez Cebu City

CHONG HUA HOSPITAL
(6332) 254-1461
(6332) 254-3228
(6332) 353-9409
Fuente Osmeña, Cebu City

Doctors Specialty Reactive Medical & Diagnostic
(6332) 253-6865
2/F F Suarez Bldg. Osmena Blvd. Cor. Llorente St.Cebu City

Cebu City Medical Center
(6332) 255-7141
N Bacalso Avenue ,Cebu City

Lapu-lapu District Hospital
(6332) 340-0248

Mandaue City District Hospital
(6332) 345-9739 to 42
Don Andres Soriano Avenue , Cebu City

Philippine National Red Cross
(6332) 253-4611

South General Hospital
(6332) 272-2020
Tuyan , Naga Cebu

Talisay City District Hospital
(6332) 273-8785
San Isidro , Talisay Cebu City

Mactan Doctor’s Hospital
(6332) 341-0000
Basak, Lapu-Lapu City, Mactan

Perpetual Soccour Hospital
(6332 232-2411; +6332 232-2418
(6332) 233-8620
Gerordo Ave., Cebu City

Miller Sanitarium & Hospital
(6332) 261-2100,262-1974
400 Tres de Abril Street , San Nicolas

Vicente Gullas Memorial Hospital
(6332) 346-9293 – 92
Banilad, Mandaue City

Tojong Hospital
(6332) 340-8101
Mactan

Metro -cebu community Hospital
(6332) 253-1901; +6332 253-1902
Jones Ave., Cebu City

Visayas Community Medical Center
(6332) 253-6399; +6332 253-1901
Osmena Blvd., Cebu City

North General Hospital Inc.
(6332) 343-7777
Kauswagan Road, Talamban, Cebu City

Cortes General Hospital
(6332) 345 – 1486
C Ouano Mandaue City

Dr. Ignacio M. Cortes General Hospital Inc.
346 – 7850; 346 – 7859
Rizal Mandaue City

****Cebu City Police department Contact Numbers****

POLICE MOBILE PATROL (CARBON CEBU CITY)
(63) 32-2548635;166

Lapu-Lapu Emergency Rescue Unit Foundation
(6332) 340-2994
(6332) 261-9788

MANDAUE CITY
(6332) 344-1200

NAGA
(6332) 272-6640

CONSOLACION
(6332) 346-2847

PARDO
(6332) 273- 3642

FUENTE OSMEÑA
(6332) 253-5636 / 255-7350

Guadalupe
(6332) 256-2193 / 254 -3214

Mambaling
(6332) 261-9804

Mandaue City
(6332) 344-1200

ACERT
(6332) 420-2868

Minglanilla
(6332) 272-6662

Naga
(6332) 489-8808

Pardo
(6332) 273-3642

Punta Princesa
(6332) 261-7507

San Nicolas
(6332) 261-9788 / 341 – 1311

Talamban
(6332) 244-7400

Talisay
(6332) 273-3636

Waterfront
(6332) 254-6968

Mabolo Police Station
(6332) 233-6793

Mobile Patrol Group
(6332) 233-2178

Theft & Robbery Section
(6332) 234-0361

Security & Service Group
(6332) 233-0202

SWAT
(6332) 235-9666

Mactan Police Station
(6332) 341-1311

Mobile Patrol Group
(6332) 341-4847

Theft & Robbery Section
(6332) 341-1311

SWAT
(6332) 341-1311