BANTAYAN ISLAND SUMMER 2011 EVENTS & HOLY WEEK ACTIVITIES
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It's SUMMER months in the Philippines again, usually in late MARCH, APRIL and early MAY within a year. This months would not be the ordinary summer for CEBU since famous BEACH RESORTS in the Country are housed in CEBU. Four known locations for Best Cebu's Beaches are: from the Southern Cebu, we have the Serine SUMILON BLUEWATER ISLAND RESORT; from Western Cebu, no other Cebu's Famous for Snorkeling and Scuba Diving - MOALBOAL CEBU; from Northern Cebu, lies the Virgin Islands of STA FE, BATAYAN ISLAND, MALAPASCUA ISLANDS and CAMOTES ISLANDS. The three locations in Cebu needs quite a long but fun land travel.

BANTAYAN ISLAND are noted for HOLY WEEK SUMMER EVENTS and Beach Concerts and Activities from leading Network Brands GLOBE, SMART, RED Mobile and more. Aside from the Events that are coming from the City, Bantayan Island has its home grown Festival and Events during Holy Week. Because in this Season observed by The Roman Catholic Church, they will also celebrate their Fiesta Celebration and SUGAT. Events at Batanyan Island will peak on APRIL 18 - 21, 22. 2011. Famous Beaches in Bantayan Island are Marikaban Beach Resort, Paradise Beach Resort, Ogtong Cave Resort, Sugar Beach Resorts, Rommel's Beach, Budyong Beach Resort, Kota Beach Resort, Marlin's Beach Resort, Tristan's Beach Resotr, Sta. Fe Beach Club.
HOW TO GET THERE IN BANTAYAN ISLAND
There are many ways on how to reach Bantayan Island. You could choose to hire Taxi Cabs (current fare rates Php44.00, 3.50 ) from Cebu City transport to Hagnaya, Bogo. Hagnaya is the only Public Port where vessels and ferries bound for Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island docks. Or you may choose to ride the private Vans that you can hire for negotiated amount. Another option also is the Public Bus from North Bus Terminal, you can choose between CERES Bus or the other Bus Operators bound for Hagnaya (app 300 to and from).
PRIVATE AIRPLANE FLIGHT TO BANTAYAN ISLAND
You can also opt to Private Airplanes too. Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island has its own Airport. The newest Airline: MID-SEA EXPRESS, a Non-Scheduled Air Taxi Operator currently serving Bantayan Island and Bohol including Camiguin, Ormoc and Siquijor. AIRCRAFT Type: BN-2A “Islander”, ( Britten-Norman) a Ten (10) seater aircraft with Two (2) Pilots and Eight (8) Passengers.
FLIGHT SCHEDULES
CEBU – BANTAYAN 11:30AM-12:00NN every WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY, SUNDAY
BANTAYAN – CEBU 12:30PM- 1:00PM every WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY, SUNDAY
FLYING TIME - Approximately 30 minutes
REGULAR FARE - Php 1,500.00 One Way Per Passenger
ROUNDTRIP FARE - Php 2,800.00 Per Passenger
ADVANCE BOOKING
Seven (7) DAYS ADVANCE - Php 1,299.00 One way per Passeneger
Three (3) DAYS ADVANCE - p1.399.00 One way per Passenger
IMPORTANT NOTE: Ticket Issuance Fees and Airport Terminal Fee NOT included.

CEBU BEACH RESORTS NEAR MACTAN CEBU AIRPORT
If you want BEACH Resorts that are just a quick ride from Cebu's International Port and Airport, then you are referring to the EASTERN PART of CEBU, its MACTAN ISLAND, Mactan Island showcases the famous Cebu Beach Resorts and 5-Star Hotels: Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort, Tambuli Beach Resort, Cebu Beach Club, Pacific Cebu Beach Resort, Plantation Bay Resort and Spa, BE Resorts, Hilton Resort and Spa, Waterfront Mactan, The Imperial PalaceWaterPark Resort and Spa and Shangri-La's Mactan Resort ans Spa. Among other, these Hotels, Beach Resorts is accessible few minutes from Mactan International Airport.
These speaks of why Cebu is among the contenders of Asia's Best Island to live and even the Worldwide Ranking. Now, dont forget your Sunscreen or Sunblock, Bottled Water or Sunglasses before strolling to the beach.
Tip: Bantayan Island has limited access to ATM Machines, as far as I noted, its Allied Bank in Bantayan Town is the only available ATM, For Credit Cards/Debit VISA is accepted (along with Banc Net, Mega Link, Express Net, Union Pay but of course long lines at this ATM is expected.
**I will update this post for BANTAYAN ISLAND SUMMER 2011 EVENTS & HOLY WEEK ACTIVITIES for updates.
BANTAYAN ISLAND SUMMER EVENTS 2010
BANTAYAN ISLAND SUMMER 2011 EVENTS & HOLY WEEK ACTIVITIES posted at Cebu Events Blog.

Bluewater Resorts’ new landmark property is a blueprint for the future, creating a luxurious escape that honors Bohol’s natural Beauty - Panglao Bluewater Beach Resort, Panglao Island, Bohol, Philippines.

“There are few destinations in the Philippines where development partners environmental preservation. Our vision is to offer a resort that respects Bohol’s objectives and give an experience that one expects from a luxurious resort, including the best in Filipino hospitality coupled with world-class amenities and facilities,” said Julie Alegado-Vergara, President of Almont Hotels and Resorts Corporation. “The groundbreaking also symbolizes the start of what the future is all about for the Bluewater Brand,”she adds.
To Ms. Alegrado-Vergara, “It’s all in the details. We have spacious accommodations to handle couples on honeymoon and families on vacation. The resort is designed to cover your vacation needs. One can go into quiet seclusion, indulge in fun activities within the resort or explore the spectacular beauty of the island and sanctuaries. We put ourselves in the eyes of our guests and create a positive and memorable experience for them - from the time we say “Mabuhay” until we bid farewell.”
Famed Filipino Artist and Designer, Benji Reyes, is the resort’s designer. His challenge is to introduce a unique design concept that will match well with the environment. What he came up with is organic yet elegant, innovative and functional. According to Mr. Reyes, “There is a feel of luxurious sophistication but not stuffy. The atmosphere is kept friendly, comfortable and warm.”

The overall look is softened by the use of reclaimed and recycled wood on structures and interiors. They are sculpted to infuse charm and function. Under Mr. Reyes’ direction and crafted by artisans, the wood and other design elements promote Philippine art and ingenuity.
One of the highlights of this project is the Villa. Together with higher-end amenities, it has its own infinity dipping pool and private sun deck. “Wooden cantilevered beds are Panglao Bluewater’s signature room centerpieces. Referred to as “Floating Beds”, it gives a different level of sensation”, adds Mr. Reyes. “It’s perfect for solitary rest.”
Also, the Family Rooms and Villas are designed to address the needs of young families and junior guests. No longer do they have to squeeze into cramped rooms of typical resorts.
The Villas and Deluxe Rooms open up to an oasis lagoon-styled pools for lounging and swimming. Or, guests can opt for the beach fronting the bluewaters of the Mindanao Sea and Balicasag Island. At certain times of the day, one can enjoy the rush of waves through blowholes against age-old Mangrove varieties, all distinctly shaped and sculpted by nature.
Amuma Spa, Bluewater Resort’s own Spa, will be established to maximize relaxation. It will offer its popular and signature therapy - the Filipino Hilot. The Spa uses the finest local products to restore the guests’ vigor and spirit and well-trained staff to perform the services.
The resort plans to have six bars and restaurants. Guests can look forward to a desirable gastronomic experience that combines Asian, European and Continental flavors that complement its tropical surroundings.
The construction of Panglao Bluewater Beach Resort will begin in April, 2010 with the first phase to be operational in 2011.
Passion is what drives Bluewater Resorts. Passion is what drives their people to offer exceptional service. In building its properties, Bluewater Resorts are not about quantity but simply, doing it right.
Panglao Beach Resort is the future of luxury in Bohol.
About Almont Hotels and Resorts Corporation and Bluewater Resorts
Almont Hotels and Resorts Corporation (AHRC), the parent company of Almont Hotels and Resorts and Bluewater Resorts, has been in the hospitality industry since 1983. For more than two decades, the company has made a reputation for creating a unique collection of local hotel and resort properties that are professionally-run and distinctly Filipino. Their brands are synonymous with the Filipino lifestyle experience: creative, warm, friendly, attentive, caring and relaxing. The company is focused on creating landmark destinations that embody the best of local culture with world-class amenities.
The company has major presence in the Visayas and Mindanao area. Under the brands Bluewater and Almont, it currently operates resorts, boutique hotel, convention center, and a full-service upscale spa.
Under the Bluewater brand, AHRC owns and operates the Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort (Mactan Island, Cebu) and Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort (Sumilon Island, Cebu). The Panglao Bluewater Beach Resort (Panglao Island, Bohol) will be their third development.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort
Buyong, Maribago, Mactan Island,
Cebu, Philippines
Tel (63 32) 492 0100 local 512
Fax (63 32) 492 0128
Email events@bluewater.com.ph
Web http://www.bluewater.com.ph/
Panglao Bohol Philippines posted at Cebu Events Blog

Sinulog Festival 2010 held every 3rd Sunday of January in Cebu is one of the Most awaited event accross the country as it draws Crowds Countrywide of varrying interest could be Photo Enthusiasts, Travelers, Adventurers, Out-of-town choice and even the whole Family tries to come as one to Celebrate Sinulog Festival. Flocks of Balikbayan and Foreigners are also expected to dominate both the uptown and downtown areas of Cebu City.
As of this writing, though I cant present any statistics with me, Numerous Hotels, Lodge, Pension Houses and any other options to stay within Cebu City are currently/might be fully-booked. Yes. Fully Booked. This is not new by the way as these are always observed during Sinulog Festival. But I am giving some inputs to you. Some notable sites though may not be directly in the City but still a potential Place for you to dwell.
Below are some of Maribago Bluewater Resorts:

Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort
Maribago Bluewater Resort is located at Mactan Island. Just a 3 kilometer ride from Mactan Cebu International Airport. Maribago Bluewater Cebu is simply a way to embrace the charm to Island living and to give gift to your self to experience comtemporary way of relaxing. Maribago Bluewater Blog speaks a lot about it from Leisure Activities, Relaxing Amuma Spa, Filipino Culture Enriched hospitality, Resort tradition and Food.

Sumilon Bluewater Beach Resort

Sumilon Bluewater is the sister resort of Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort as well as Panglao Bluewater Island Resort. These two resorts shares a common lineament that both offers relaxing and calm vacation with Filipino-enriched culture of hospitality and warmth. Owned and Managed by Almont Holdings Incorporated (AHI) Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort lies proud at the crystal clear waters and varying aquamarine hues in southeastern seas of Cebu. Greg Perral, Sumilon Bluewater's Resident Manager talk about their Sumptuous food offrers is provided by their in-house Island-kitchen managed by Chef de Partie Buddy Amodia.

These resorts are remotely located to the Urban locations of Cebu. This is an advantage to have more relaxing place after watching Sinulog Festival which is expected to be hot especially on locations where street dancing are held. 

I have been to lots of Beaches and Resorts of Cebu and in nearby Islands. Not to mention their remote locations from the urban. The travel could make you stressed all out that when you arrived at the location of the resort and you found out that it is very super-crowded and accumulated already with noise polution. Poor lad, it could be so deterring.But lately, I have to share these, My recent trip to Cebu's Tip Far South-East Coast remote to Dumaguete and Panglao of Bohol. This serene Hisctoric-RIch Island of Sumilon (in Bisaya, Sumilong which means to hide or take shade) is 125 kilometer from Cebu City and a Sanctuary by nature. The island take significane during early Cebuano Indeavors against invaders. An evidence is the lighthouse that until now standing in the island leaping a far sight to foresee the invaders.
Owned and Managed by Almont Holdings Incorporated (AHI) Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort lies proud at the crystal clear waters and varying aquamarine hues in southeastern seas of Cebu. Greg Perral, Sumilon Bluewater's Resident Manager talk about their Sumptuous food offrers is provided by their in-house Island-kitchen managed by Chef de Partie Buddy Amodia.Sumilon Bluewater is the sister resort of Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort. These two resorts shares a common lineament that both offers relaxing and calm vacation with Filipino-enriched culture of hospitality and warmth. Maribago Bluewater is located at Mactan Island more or less a 3 kilometer ride from Mactan Cebu Unternationa International Airport. Take time to glimpse of both resorts at Sumilon Bluewater Blog, Sumilon Bluewater Video(tbp) and Maribago Bluewater Cebu Video and Maribago Bluewater's PR Pinoyworld.

This is Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort's Beach front taken last May before my Summer closes and be preoccupied with work and study. Maribago Bluewater Cebu is simply a way to embrace the charm to Island living and to give gift to your self to experience comtemporary way of living. The Maribago Bluewater Video speaks a lot about it from Leisure Activities, Relaxing Amuma Spa, Filipino Culture Enriched hospitality, resort tradition and Food. These was savoured with my last visit to Maribago Bluewater Cebu.
And wait!And another one!Building bridges to extend my Summer this rainy months of July is a new offer again to savour another Bluewater beauty! Bluewater is inviting us bloggers to experience Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort situated down South of Cebu's sanctuaries of old heritage. In cooperation od course by The Pinoyworld Blogger.
A panoramic view of Sumilon Bluewater Island Resort.

More of these can be explored at the Sumilon Bluewater Blog.
Another Island to step on! Another filipino hospitality to be observed! I am extending Bluewater's Invitation to all bloggers who wish to join this activity. Fore more info tick on this site: http://www.pinoyworld.org/ where my image credits be awarded.
Useful Links below:Maribago Bluewater Cebu