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CebuDaily News Overview (June 27, 2008)

Council wants Cebu to be Asia’s top medical tourism destination. SHORTLY after its creation to develop and promote the local health and wellness industry, the Cebu Health and Wellness Council (CHWC) plans to position the province as a “world-class destination for medical and wellness tourism in Asia by 2010.” more >>

The Shoe that fits at Ayala Center Cebu. Experience a different kind of shoes sale! Participating shoe stores will showcase their latest collection of sleek and chic, sophisticated and trendy shoes in The Shoe that Fits Exhibit which will be held at the Rotunda Area and Paseo Marina (fronting Guess). more >>

Promote Cebu as a shopping haven. As Cebu is fast becoming a hub for various tourism ventures, stakeholders from the industry are looking at developing other areas to sustain the attractiveness of the place for both the local and international markets and one of which is through the promotion of shopping tourism. more >>

Typhoon Frank Ravages the Philippines; the victims need your help

Last weekend, the sixth tropical cyclone to enter the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) has ravaged most of the Philippines especially Panay Island, some areas of Negros Occidental, Leyte, and other towns and cities in the Philippines.

Typhoon Frank (International Codename: Fengshen) claimed hundreds of lives, destroyed hundreds or even thousands of homes, and left a multitude of people with nothing to eat, nothing to drink, nothing to wear and nowhere to stay. One of the most damaged areas in the Philippines is the province of Iloilo. Until now, electricity has not yet been restored. Potable water is very very limited. And food is scarce.

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CebuDaily News Overview (June 19, 2008)

Sun.Star Cebu

Another BPO building. EXPECTING further growth in Cebu’s business process outsourcing (BPO) industry, the property development arm of the Robinsons group and holding company JG Summit Holdings Inc. is constructing a building that will house more BPO offices. more >>

Ban-Tal traffic manageable despite classes: committee. TRAFFIC in the Banilad-Talamban area two weeks after classes started is still “manageable,” the Cebu City Council monitoring committee reported yesterday. more >>

Bicycle cops soon to return in city streets, says Citom. THE Cebu City Traffic Operations Management (Citom) is reviving the bicycle cops, who used to be a common sight in city streets. more >>

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CebuDaily News Overview (June 17, 2008)

Sun.Star Cebu

7th district to be created this year. REP. Pablo Garcia (Cebu, 2nd district) said yesterday that Cebu’s 7th congressional district will be created within the year. more >>

Nadsu to stage strike; vows to cripple traffic. A TRANSPORT group said it will go on strike on June 30 regardless of whether or not their demand for an increase in fare is granted. more >>

Business’ plan for Mactan. IN PUSHING for positive change in Mactan, local business leaders have drafted a 10-point plan to maximize the island’s potential as a tourist hub and a location for foreign investments. more >>

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The Majestic Bugasok Falls in Argao, Cebu

For visitors with a streak of adventure, a trek to Bugasok falls in Barangay Conalum, one of Argao’s mountainous villages, is a must.

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CebuDaily Photo of the Day (June 16, 2008)

Flickr photo by chestlim

Mooon Cafe, widely known for its spicy Mexican dishes, has recently opened an outlet at The Walk at the Asiatown IT Park in Cebu City.

CebuDaily News Overview (June 16, 2008)

Here are the top headlines of Cebu’s local newspapers for today, Monday, June 16, 2008:

from Sun.Star Cebu

City Hall eyes seizure of 7 properties. CEBU City officials are studying the possibility of seizing properties from the owners of seven proprietary schools and hospitals that have not been paying business taxes, after attempts to reach a compromise have failed. more >>

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The man behind selling Argao to tourists (feature)

Alex Gonzales, the man behind the “Katilingbanong Turismo” of Argao (Community Tourism), desires to continually share the treasures of his hometown.

Now in his 50s, he tries to explain what fuels his desire to put Argao as a number one tourist destination in the island.

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Tableya making industry in Argao, Cebu

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How tableya is made in Argao, Cebu

Among the famous cottage industries that Argao is known for is tableya making.

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