FastCat’s vision is to provide an efficient form of transportation that can easily interconnect cities to even the most remote places in Visayas and Mindanao. With their most modern and professionally-run vessel company in the Philippines, this vision is within reached now. Furthermore, FastCat is expecting the arrival of 30 more these secure and lavishly supercharged leviathans to create connecting trips from Bohol to Leyte and from Bohol to Camiguin and all the way to Cagayan de Oro.


FastCat is now on full business operation with a fleet of 10 brand-new double-hulled catamarans that not only provide a convenient form of transportation but a safe and superior service that Filipinos deserve. FastCat now sails the Philippine archipelago through the following routes:

• Batangas to Calapan (Mindoro)
• Bulalacao (Mindoro) to Caticlan (Aklan)
• Matnog (Sorsogon) to San Isidro (Northern Samar)
• Iloilo (Panay) to Bacolod (Negros Occidental)
• San Carlos (Negros Occidental) to Toledo (Cebu)
• Liloan (Southern Leyte) to Lipata (Surigao del Norte)
• Dumaguete (Negros Oriental) to Dapitan (Zamboanga del Norte).

With Cebu (Central Visayas) to Tubigon (Bohol) route, ferrying to the gateway to Bohol Island will only take 1.5 hour, Bohol’s the scenic countryside through Tubigon will welcome you.



Tick off your souvenirs list while shopping at Tubigon Loom Weavers. See how the locals of Tubigon Bohol craft their famous Looms.



Shop while helping the locals and their Loomweavers group earn since weaving serves as the main source of income in the area.



After Tubigon, you may now start your countryside tour as you transfer from this town to Central Bohol where the marvelous Chocolate Hills awaits visitors.



There are several options how to grab adventures with Bohols Chocolate Hills, Chocolate Hills Adventure Park of CHAP is one of them, different angle to view the Hills versus the usual Chocolate Hills Monument site. CHAP offers several activities that can be done onsite such as Tree Top Rope Challenges, Zipline (in a bike) or just a plain walk until you reach the viewing deck offering you the green vegetation of Carmen Bohol and its Hills.



After Carmen, Bilar town will lead you the picturesque Man-Made Forest.



And of course,a visit to the most gentle, miniscle primate, The Tarsier as viewed at the Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary.



Exit from the Bohol Countryside and experience downtown Bohol and learn from Bohol's curators at the National Museum in Tagbilaran City. The key takeaway here are the historical milestones of the Province of Bohol including their restoration of the centuries old Churches that has been hit by the an Earthquake.



An important site to drop by at the downtown Tagbilaran is the very site of the Blood Compact, behind is the beautiful island of Panglao, home of Bohol's world class Beach Resorts and an International Airport soon.



Archipelago Philippine Ferries Corporation (APFC) who runs FastCat has also partnered with Philtranco and Jam Transit group, who will station their buses at FastCat’s ports to give passengers and businesses a smooth land and sea transportation.



FastCat can accommodate 275 passengers, 34 cars, and seven trucks or buses in its 300-meter lanes. With televisions sets, air conditioned spaces, a canteen, luggage area and a dedicated elevator for the disabled with storage for wheel chair. FastCat’s double-hull catamarans, which come from Australia, make the ship more stable and are made to suit the Philippine waters. It also has 10 watertight compartments and no ballasts, making it safer, lighter and faster than the average Roll-On, Roll Off vessels.



FastCat Catamarans are powered by four internationally-classed and ABS-certified Yanmar engines. Typical shipping containers usually take between 12 to 14 days to reach their destination. In comparison, FastCat roros only take 22 to 24 hours from Cebu to Manila and back, making it an efficient way to transport goods.

Information about FastCat’s trips, schedules and fares? Visit the follwoign links
http://fastcat.com.ph
https://web.facebook.com/FastCatOfficial/ (Facebook Page)

Also check out Philtranco and JAM liner’s trips on their social media accounts at:
https://www.facebook.com/jamliner/ and https://facebook.com/PhiltrancoOfficial/

FastCat now brings you the Gateway of Bohol - Tubigon posted at Cebu Events Blog

Wondering what best goes with Starbucks Banana Split Mocha Frappuccino and Irish Cream Coffee Pudding Frappuccino, the newest yet Frappuccino flavors, or your perfectly brewed cup of coffee? Well, Starbucks introduces food items to complement them. The new Lime Torte Cake is a symphony of flavors and texture with its sweet and tangy flavor partnered with crunchy and crumbly cake.


The Mango Crunch Cake will surely delight for those looking for traditional Filipino flavors with smooth and creamy mousse with Philippine mangoes layered with crumbly and buttery graham and crunchy white almond. The Chocolate Marshmallow Cake, a moist chocolate layer cake with smooth and creamy chocolate truffle and then frosted with marshmallow icing will surely entice Chocolate lovers.


Looking for a delectable and healthy treat? Starbucks also has two new Greek Yogurt Parfaits, the Blueberry Greek Yogurt Parfait is made with creamy Greek yogurt layered with a sweet and tart blueberry compote and then topped with crunchy oat granola while the Mango Greek Yogurt Parfait is made with sweet mango compote and Greek yogurt finished with a sprinkling of crunchy oat granola.


The Whole Wheat Bagel made with linseeds, rye and soy grits, corn semolina, and oats is another perfect complement to your coffee. The Bagel Bites filled with Cream Cheese, the mini herbed bagels are generously stuffed with cream cheese is a more savory option that will surely satisfy you with every bite.




This month, Starbucks Cards three new designs is now available: the Chill Mini Card, Iced Coffee Card, and the Father's Day Card. The Chill Mini Card and the Father's Day Card are available for a minimum activation fee of 500 pesos. The Iced Coffee Card is available for a minimum activation fee of 1,000 pesos.

New Starbucks Frappuccino Flavors and Food items posted at Cebu Events Blog

IDP Education holds ‘Discover Australia, Canada and New Zealand’, a FREE Study-abroad session at A Space, Crossroads in Banilad, Cebu City from 1 to 5 pm on Saturday, May 27, 2017. IDP Study Abroad Sessions is an in-depth discussions set at IDP Education’s Discover Australia, Canada and New Zealand.

Discover Australia, Canada and New Zealand brings a fresh new perspective to the prospect of studying abroad. It includes virtual tours of the country destinations and talks by students who have completed their programs.  Through the experience-sharing sessions, students are offered in-depth information on the lifestyle on- and off-campus.

Free Flowing of Discussion
IDP Education’s Qualified Education Agent Counsellors (QEACs) will be having talks about the admissions and visa application processes which will benefits the participants as well as IDP’s student services discussions. Games and free-flowing of fruitful discussions is also at stake at Discover Australia, Canada and New Zealand.

Counselling and Guidance
Students may avail of one-on-one counselling services from the QEACs.  The QEACs are capable of guiding students through the process of choosing the best country and city destination, school, program and provide information on living arrangements.  Through the IDP Student Services, the QEACs dispense expert advice and assistance in student placement free of charge. Students may bring their transcripts of records, passports and IELTS results, if available, for free assessments.

Established by Australian Universities in 1969, IDP now counts over 45 years of experience in international education. IDP Education is an ASX listed company that is 50% owned by 38 Australian universities. It has a network of 89 offices in 30 countries offering student placement and English language testing services. Through its subsidiary IELTS Australia Pty Ltd, IDP is a partner in IELTS, the world’s leading English language proficiency test, delivered at over 450 test locations in 121 countries.

IDP Philippines has been part of IDP Education since 1985. Aside from administering the IELTS, IDP offers free student placement services though partnering with universities and colleges across Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America.

For more information, students may call IDP Education Cebu Office at 236 2758 for reservations and more information on Discover Australia, Canada and New Zealand. You may also visit www.idp.com/philippines/studyabroad or check out IELTS IDP Education on facebook for more updates.