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Moevenpick Hotel, Mactan Island, Cebu, Philippines

A five-star Mediterranean-inspired beachfront hotel that combines a true lifestyle experience, cool vibe and relaxed chill out spaces.

Manhattan, New York City, USA

Traveler's Couch shares to you the top tourist attractions in this concrete jungle where dreams are made of - New York City!

New 7 Wonders of Nature: Underground River and Puerto Princesa City's Other Wonders

The Cleanest and Safest City in the Philippines, behold the beauty of Puerto Princesa City with it's Undergound River proclaimed as one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. Experience Honda Bay Island Hopping, Balayong Festival, City Tour and more!

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia - Truly Asia!

Formerly known as Jesselton and now often referred as 'KK' within the country and internationally, Kota Kinabalu is a popular destination for most travelers visiting Sabah and Borneo region, offering so much of Malaysian attractions...

FUNtastic Gibitngil Island, Medellin, Cebu, Philippines

Cliff Diving? Beach Zipline? Kayaking? Well, you can experience these in this newly discovered Tourist Destination in Northern Cebu - Funtastic Island in Gibitngil Island, Medellin, Cebu, Philippines! Read my review about the place, the rates, how to get there, etc.

Boracay Island Escapade

Get some sun-kissed skin within this beautiful paradise found in Aklan, Philippines. Named as one of the Best Beach and Island Destination in the World by known Travel Magazines and Sites, Boracay Island's White Beach tops on my list!

Discover the Beauty of Bohol

Chocolate Hills, Tarsier, Prony the Python, Loboc River, Panglao Island - everything in one place, Bohol, Philippines! Discover the beauty of one of Central Visayas' top tourist destination with lots of eco-adventure as well. See my shots!

Sinulog Festival, Cebu City, Philippines

One of the Grandest Festival not just in the Philippines but in South East Asia - Cebu City's Sinulog Festival! The Queen City of the South welcomed thousands of visitors from different parts of the world just to experience this one-of-a-kind event in the Philippines!

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January 22, 2017

Hostel Avenue: Boracay's First Beachfront Hostel beside D'Mall Station 2 (Reviews, Photos, Rates & More!)


PHOTO: Hostel Avenue - Boracay Island, Philippines
Looking for a cheap accommodation in Boracay Island, Philippines and at the same time enjoying the convenience of staying near White Beach Boracay? Worry no more as Traveler's Couch share some details about the first beachfront hostel in Boracay Island!

Note: Details are as of January 2017.


HOSTEL AVENUE BORACAY - LOCATION (Boracay Station 2, White Beach)


PHOTO: Hostel Avenue Boracay - Location Details
(click above photo to enlarge)

Hostel Avenue Boracay
3rd and 4th floor Pat's Creek Bar
Boracay Station 2, Barangay Balabag
Boracay Island, Philippines, 5608

Hostel Avenue is strategically located in Station 2 (few steps away from D'Mall or Epic Bar), at the center of White Beach which is just few steps away from the most exciting and entertaining spots in Boracay Island. With a dormitory or capsule-inspired bed setup, this is a perfect stop for all budget travelers & backpackers as it offers one of the best rates for a beachfront stay in the island!


July 24, 2016

Cebu to Siquijor and Dumaguete, Philippines: 3 Days, 2 Nights (3D2N) Travel Guide, Itinerary, Budget, Photos and more!



Siquijor Island and Dumaguete City are just two of the many most visited places in the Philippines. 
Known for being a mysterious other-world of witchcraft and mountain-dwelling mangkukulam (healers who used old, traditional way of healing), Siquijor also offers natural wonders beyond beauty and enchantment while Dumaguete City serves as one of the gateways of the former.

Traveler's Couch shares to you an ultimate guide from Cebu to Siquijor and Dumaguete City for a 3-Day-2-Night (3D2N) Adventure trip.

February 21, 2016

4 Things to Enjoy in 1 Day in Bantayan Island, Cebu, Philippines


PHOTO: Bantayan Island, Cebu, Philippines

Cebu is a prime destination in the Philippines for the past years, for both business and leisure travelers. In February 2016, world known National Geographic (NatGeo) considered Cebu as One of the Destinations to Backpack this 2016. Here's a snippet from the article:

"Cebu City can be a little overwhelming, but it does offer a jumping nightlife scene at least, especially in the trendy Lahug district. It’s also the jumping-off point for coastal hot spots all around the country’s ninth largest island. Outstanding diving awaits at Malapascua Island, off the north end of Cebu Island, and nearby Bantayan Island offers laid-back seaside resorts on pristine beaches."

One of the spots highlighted is Bantayan Island, an island located in the northernmost tip of Cebu mainland which is known for its massive white sand beaches and stunning crystal blue waters. It is composed of three towns: Sta. Fe, Bantayan and Madridejos.

January 3, 2016

A Guide to Surigao del Sur, Philippines: Enchanted River, Tinuy-an Falls, Britania Island Hopping and more! (Photos, Travel Tips, Rates, Hotels, Itinerary)


PHOTO: Surigao del Sur Attractions - Tinuy-an Falls in Bislig, Britania Islands in San Agustin and Enchanted River in Hinatuan.

This is a travel guide when considering Surigao del Sur, Philippines as your next dream holiday get-away. You may want to know more about these things while planning your trip:

*Where is Surigao del Sur?
*How to get there?
*What are the Major Attractions in Surigao del Sur?
*Where to Stay (Hotel or Resort) in Surigao del Sur?
*How to Travel Around Surigao del Sur?
*How much does it cost to travel around Surigao del Sur?
*Suggested 4D3N (Friday to Monday) Itinerary for Surigao del Sur Tour


August 21, 2015

11 Surprising Activities You Can Enjoy in Cebu's Crown Regency Hotel and Towers!


PHOTO: Crown Regency Hotel Cebu - SkyExperience Adventure

Crown Regency Hotel and Towers is a hotel complex in the Philippines' Queen City of the South, Cebu City which offers the country's only SkyExperience Adventure that will certainly take your breath away (tallest building in operation in the city and outside Metro Manila as of August 2015).  It is now one of the tourist attractions having this unique feature since it opened last 2005, but not everyone knows, the hotel still has a lot to offer (good news for those with fear of heights :)). Below are the activities that each guest/visitor should enjoy, possibly ALL in ONE Day. Check it out!

Blogger's Note: You can book Crown Regency Cebu, Cebu City with Traveloka!

August 5, 2014

5 Reasons why you should visit OSLOB in CEBU, PHILIPPINES!



Traveler's Couch shares to you 5 Reasons why you should visit one of Cebu, Philippines' promising towns - Oslob which is known for the Whale Shark Viewing adventure, iconic structures (Oslob Church, The Ruins) and wonders of nature (Tumalog Falls).


1) Budget-friendly Destination!

Yes it is! You can explore the town of Oslob without worrying too much of the expense - visiting most of the attractions are actually (or almost) for FREE! Below are some of the rates you might consider when traveling to this town (rates are subject to change, these are just estimations as of this writing):

- Rountrip Bus Fare via Ceres Bus (Airconditioned) - USD 7 / Php 290
departing South Bus Terminal in Cebu City to Oslob Town Proper.

- Accommodation, choose from USD 16 / Php 700 to USD 35 / Php 1,500 per room per night
You can stay in "Payag ni Sebastian" having above room rates (rooms good for 2 persons only, excess will have additional USD 4.60 / Php 200 per head). It's a mid-type accommodation which offers regular room size. WHY STAY HERE? This is just situated at the town proper so most of your needs are just within reach (few walks away). PLUS, you'll have that infinity pool (refer to below photos, click to enlarge) for a good afternoon or night swimming.

PHOTO: Oslob Accommodation - Payag ni Sebastian's Infinity Pool
PHOTO: Oslob Accommodation - Payag ni Sebastian's Infinity Pool
PHOTO: Oslob Accommodation - Payag ni Sebastian's Infinity Pool
PHOTO: Oslob Accommodation - Payag ni Sebastian's Infinity Pool

- Food, ranges from USD 1.50/ Php 50 to USD 5 / Php 200 per meal
When staying in Oslob town proper, expect more of a Cebuano cuisine, known by locals as "Carinderia". The food expense would really depends on your cravings, whether more of meat or seafoods or a typical Filipino meal. USD 2.74 / Php 120 is already a good meal rate when eating in a Carinderia.

- Attractions' Fees
Below are the entrance fees or charges for the spots you can visit in Oslob (as of June 2014):
*Oslob Town Proper Attractions - FREE (Church, The Ruins, Town Plaza, Bayside)
*Tumalog Falls Entrance Fee (per person) - USD 0.50 / Php 20
*Whale Shark Watching (per person) - USD 12 / Php 500 for Local Tourist, USD 35 / Php 1500 for Foreign Tourist
*Sumilon Island Sandbar Visit (per group) - USD 35 / Php 1500 boat rental (unconfirmed)


January 3, 2014

Ibiza Beach Club: Experience Cebu's Five-star Mediterranean-inspired Getaway (Part 2 of 2)


Traveler's Couch shared to you an earlier post about "Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu" - a five-star Mediterranean-inspired beachfront hotel on the lush and tropical island of Mactan, Cebu, Philippines. Since its grand reopening on December 15, 2012, the hotel has been known for its extensive multi-million-dollar transformation, incorporating newly designed rooms, out-of-the-box dining concepts, and the unparalleled beach club facility, unique to the Philippines, now known as the "Ibiza Beach Club".

Encapsulating the ultimate beach club experience, the Ibiza Beach Club embodies sophistication and lifestyle of the renowned party capital of the world, Balearic Islands merged with true Filipino hospitality. Below are the features of this unique and exciting venue of total entertainment and beach club experience.

Trendiest Beachside Venue in Cebu

By far the trendiest beachside venue in Cebu, Ibiza Beach Club is the place to be for lavish, luxurious afternoons in the sun, as well as sexy, sophisticated nights of cocktails under the stars. You may refer to below photos for this stylish gathering place. (Click the photo to enlarge)
Ibiza Beach Club: Afternoon View
Ibiza Beach Club: Afternoon View
Ibiza Beach Club: Afternoon View
Ibiza Beach Club: Evening View


Asian Fusion Brunch Buffet

Held every Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu will redefine Sundays with the launch of its Asian brunch buffet "Sunday Brunch+ more" - a buffet of ASian fusion cuisine, blending authentic flavors fromt he regions of Thailand, Japan, China and more. Discerning diners will find plenty to keep them satisfied. The menu includes an array of reinvented classics, each with its own individual and unique spin. Tickle the plate with a wide range of dim sum infused with Thai and Filipino flavors, spring rolls filled with Peking duck and steamed buns with lechon filling. A noodle bat showcasing ASian noodles with spicy Thai Tum Yum broth, Korean Seolleongtang broth and Japanese Suimono broth is another highlight of the Sunday brunch and the specialty the chefs are most excited about. You may refer to below photos for an experience that has to be savored at a leisurely pace. (Click the photo to enlarge)

Ibiza Beach Club: Asian Fusion Brunch Buffet
Ibiza Beach Club: Asian Fusion Brunch Buffet
Ibiza Beach Club: Asian Fusion Brunch Buffet
Ibiza Beach Club: Asian Fusion Brunch Buffet
Ibiza Beach Club: Asian Fusion Brunch Buffet
Ibiza Beach Club: Asian Fusion Brunch Buffet
Ibiza Beach Club: Asian Fusion Brunch Buffet

Authentic Brazilian Churrascaria
 
If you've never experienced churrasco before, prepare yourself for a unique culinary experience of deliciously seasoned grilled meats served tableside at the Ibiza Beach Club, Moevenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu's signature restaurant. Pronounced 'choo-rah-sco' or 'shoo-has-ko', churrasco is a Brazilian-style barbecue laden with mouth-watering fire-roasted meats and seafood, cooked in a churrasco grill and served from a sword-like skewer at your table. The beauty of the churrasco experience is there is no need to choose from the menu - all you have to do is relax at yoru table and the servers will come to you. Diners will enjoy fourteen courses of meat and seafood barbecued and basted with Brazilian marinades and spices by the Ibiza Beach Club chefs. Also Ibiza Beach Club hosts a variety of world class performers featuring international resident DJ Toni M. playing his specialty house music for guests to dance to. The churrasco dinner takes place nightly from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Ibiza Beach Club. You may refer to below photos for a glimpse of this authentic brazilian churrascaria. (Click photo to enlarge)


Ibiza Beach Club: Authentic Brazilian Churrascaria
Ibiza Beach Club: Authentic Brazilian Churrascaria
Ibiza Beach Club: Authentic Brazilian Churrascaria
Ibiza Beach Club: Authentic Brazilian Churrascaria
Ibiza Beach Club: Authentic Brazilian Churrascaria
Ibiza Beach Club: Authentic Brazilian Churrascaria
Ibiza Beach Club: Authentic Brazilian Churrascaria


For reservations or more information, please refer to below details:

 HOTEL INFORMATION AND CONTACT
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Mövenpick Hotel Mactan Island Cebu
Punta Engaño | Mactan Island, Cebu | Philippines
+63 32 492 7777 | resort.cebu@moevenpick.com
 
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April 8, 2013

Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort: A New Face of Cebu, Philippines' Island Getaway Experience


In every traveler’s heart, there’s always that urge to explore something new out of his/her passion of traveling. So, if you’re making Cebu, Philippines as one of your island destinations this year (or in the near future), this post is for you.

THE RESORT AND LOCATION
Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort is a newly opened hotel and resort in Metro Cebu.  After their soft opening last March 6th, 2013, the resort starts to accommodate a number of guests, either day usage or with overnight stay. It is situated in Wahing Street, Barangay Alegria, Cordova, Mactan Island, Cebu, Philippines. You may refer to below maps as a guide in getting there. If you're departing from Marina Mall Mactan (nearby Mactan Cebu International Airport), it's like 15-25minutes drive (depends on the flow of traffic).

 Map of Mactan Island, Cebu showing Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort 
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 Map of Cordova in Mactan Island, Cebu showing Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort 
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 To get there via public transportation, you may take any multicab/jeep with 'Cordova' sign board and drop by Cordova crossing (as shown on below map) and get a ride via tricycle (inform the driver ahead that you're heading to Sand Bar Resort in Alegria, Cordova which is just few blocks away from the Barangay Alegria Gymnasium or Alegria Elementary School). With this, it will take around 30minutes ride (jeep then tricycle) if you're departing from Marina Mall or nearby Mactan Cebu International Airport (depends on the flow of traffic).

 Map from Cordova Crossing to Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort
(Click the map to enlarge)

THE FACILITIES, SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES OFFERED

Part of choosing a best escapade is the facilities and services that suits your needs and convenience. Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort has below facilities:

 
*58 well-designed guest room with Hotel Safe Deposit Box
*Adult/Kiddie Swimming Pool
*Pool House (Good for Day users, also those who opt for an overnight stay)
*Conference Facilities (good for business meetings & events)
*Gaming/Entertainment Center (Board Games & Video Games via Xbox 360)
*Modern Filipino Restaurant with Bar
*Parking Facilities
*Non-smoking Rooms
*2 Elevators

The resort also offers these services: 24-hour Front desk assistance, Late Check-in/Check-out, Airport Transfer, Car/Rental Service, Banquet/Catering Service and Foreign Currency Exchange. For the activities, it can cater for an Island Hopping, Board/Video Games (Xbox 360), Water Inflatables, Volleyball, Snorkeling, Karaoke Rooms and ATV.

THE RATES & INCLUSIONS
 
 1) Getaway Day Use Package - there are two (2) options which you or your group would want to consider in terms of budget or convenience.


Option A) Php 499 nett per person (Adult rate, 13 yrs old and up), 
Php 375.00 nett per person (kids 5-12 yrs. old only)

Inclusions:
*Welcome Drinks
*Set lunch
*Waived entrance fee to the resort
*Use of swimming pool from 8:00am to 5:00pm
*Use of public shower area and changing rooms

Option B) Php 250 nett per person (Adult rate, 13 yrs. old and up)

Inclusions:
*Waived entrance fee to the resort
*Use of swimming pool from 8:00am to 5:00pm
*Use of public shower area and changing rooms
*Children 12 yrs. old and below can avail half of the price. Children 4 yrs. old and below accompanied by at least one paying adult is free of charge (maximum of 2 children).

NOTE: Please be advised that the food and beverage items bought from outside sources MAY NOT be brought and consumed in the resort. The rates are subject to change without prior notice and cannot be combined with any other promotions or offers.

If you're asked by the resort staff as to where did you know/hear about the resort, please indicate Traveler's Couch Blog.

2) Hotel Room Accommodation - good for overnight stay. Below are the introductory rates, valid for either single or double occupancy.



Deluxe Room - Php 2,999.00 nett
Suite Room - Php 3,499.00 nett
Extra person/bed - Php 950.00 nett

Inclusions:
*Welcome Drinks
*Use of Swimming Pool
*Breakfast good for two persons
*Complimentary bottled water daily
*Free WiFi access
*No additional charge for children 12 yrs. old and below sharing a room with parents.

Check In Time: 14:00 (2:00PM)
Check Out Time: 12:00 (12:00 noon)

NOTE: Please be advised that the rates are subject to change without prior notice and cannot be combined with any other promotions or offers. For overnight stay, reservations must be guaranteed by a credit card or receipt of advance payment and room preference is subject to availability.

If you're asked by the resort staff as to where did you know/hear about the resort, please indicate Traveler's Couch Blog.

PHOTOS/IMAGES

You may refer to below photos and images taken last April 6th-7th, 2013 to have an overview of the Resort. You may also visit my Facebook Photo Album as well for more photos or images of Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort. (Note: Please click below photos to enlarge)


Photo of the Set lunch as part of the inclusions of the Php 499 Getaway Day use Package. (You may need to click the photo to enlarge)


The view of the pool at the 2nd floor of the hotel. (You may need to click the photo to enlarge)


The Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort (You may need to click the photo to enlarge)

Friends enjoying their afternoon swimming at Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort (You may need to click the photo to enlarge

Beautiful sunset view in Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Hotel (You may need to click the photo to enlarge)

The Deluxe Room of Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort (You may need to click the photo to enlarge)

Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort - Hotel Lobby (You may need to click the photo to enlarge)
Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Entrance (You may need to click the photo to enlarge)

You may visit my Facebook Photo Album as well for more photos or images of Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort.

 RESORT CONTACT DETAILS

You may contact Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort through below details:


 Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort
Wahing St., Alegria, Cordova
Mactan Island, Cebu, Philippines
Telephone No.: (63 32) 238 4217
Mobile No.: +639173090236 (Globe),
+639334394797 (Sun),  
+639285591487 (Smart)
Email Address: info@sandbarcebu.com
Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/CebuSandBarResort
Twitter: @Sandbarresort
Official Website: www.sandbar.com

If you're asked by the resort staff as to where did you know/hear about the resort, please indicate Traveler's Couch Blog.

Below is a promotional video which gives you a preview of Best Western Cebu Sand Bar Resort, brought to you by Traveler's Couch.



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