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Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) is located on Mactan island, 9 km from the centre of Cebu city. Complaints about taxi fares are plentiful, so do consult information on standard fares at your time of travel. The white taxis are reportedly cheaper than the yellow ones and the journey from the airport to Cebu City …

The Philippines can be visited visa-free for up to 30 days by citizens of Schengen countries, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, South Africa, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. A valid return or onward ticket and a passport that is valid upon entry and for at least six months …

The best time to visit Cebu is during the winter months, since the temperatures are pleasant and the weather is not as humid as during the summer. You will also be able to enjoy the colorful Sinulog Festival in January and discover more about Cebu's fascinating …

Do as the locals and catch a colourful Jeepney (routes are posted on the front). These are available 24-hours a day, cover most of the nooks and crannies and are the cheapest transport option. Buses are also available, but these tend to ply exclusively along the north-south routes and can be quite baffling and arduous, …

The simplest but not always the fastest way to get around is by taxi. Always check the meter has been set or a price has been fixed. Some taxi’s are unlicensed and in a bad state of repair and these should be avoided. Holiday Tel: +63 3 2345 1621 Spider/Scorpion Tel: +63 3 2254 …

The central Post Office is …

There are several pharmacies, both small and big, across Cebu City and you are never far from one. One of the larger chains is Rose Pharmacy and you find one of their outlets …

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220 volts, 60Hz AC current. Plugs have two flat-sided …