About the ResortLocal Guide
Local Time
4.35pm
(GMT+8)
Local Weather
High: 33C/91F
Low: 24C/75F
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Facts for the Traveller
Cebu is an island province of the Philippines in the southern part of the country, north of Malaysia. Mactan Island is located just off the coast of Cebu island, whilst still a part of Cebu Province. Lapu-Lapu City, where the resort is located, is approximately 588km (365 miles) from Manila. Cebu is one of the most economically developed provinces in the country, and offers a perfect balance between urban life and nature trips, with a wealth of tropical beaches, breezy hills, historical sights, and one of the best opportunities to experience the diversity of Philippine culture.Plug TypeLanguageTagalog and Visayan; English is also widely spokenPopulation3 millionTime ZoneGMT + 8 hoursMeasuresMetricVoltage220/250 voltsMobile PhonesGSM 900/1800Most foreign visitors do not need visas for stays of less than 21 days. Three-month visas can be obtained in advance and cost around USD 35. For more detailed information on visa requirements, please visit the Republic of the Philippines Web site.Visa Requirements from the Republic of the PhilippinesThe national currency of the Philippines is the Philippine peso (PHP). Coins come in denominations of 1,5,10 and 25 centavos, 1, 5 and 10 pesos; and 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1,000 notes.
Cash and travellers cheques can be exchanged in licensed exchange offices and international hotels.
Here are the most recent exchange rates for some common currencies.PHP 1.00 equals:
.02 US Dollar (USD) .03 Australian Dollar (AUD) .02 Euro (EUR) .01 British Pound (GBP) .17 Hong Kong Dollar (HKD) 1.00 Indian Rupee (INR) 2.26 Japanese Yen (JPY) .03 New Zealand Dollar (NZD) .03 Singapore Dollar (SGD)
A 12% VAT tax applies to all food, shopping and hotel purchases in the Philippines. In addition, a 0.75% local government tax applies to purchases in Lapu-Lapu City. Local government taxes varies per city.A service charge of 10% is usually added to hotel and restaurant bills. If not, a 10% tip is appropriate for waiters.Bank Hours9am to 3pm, Monday to FridayOffice Hours8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (Government)
9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, 9am to 1pm, Saturday (Commercial)
Shop HoursShopping mall hours are 10 am to 8 pm daily.A health certificate is not required for entry into the Philippines. Medical services in Cebu are of international standards and are readily available.
The resort recommends drinking bottled water during your stay. Bottled water will be provided in your room free of charge.
A lightweight t-shirt and shorts or jeans are appropriate for daily wear. Light jackets or windbreakers are good to have during rain storms or on occasional cool period. For formal occasions, men wear coat and tie or a traditional Barong Tagalog, tailored slacks and leather shoes. Women often wear cocktail dresses with a light shawl.Cebu is tropically warm year-around. Temperature ranges from 22C (72F) to 33C (92F). The rainy season is from July to October.
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Five-Day Forecast
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Thunderstorms
Humid; an afternoon t-storm in the area
High: 33C
Low: 24C
High: 91F
Low: 75F
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Thunderstorms
An afternoon thunderstorm or two
High: 31C
Low: 23C
High: 88F
Low: 73F
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Thunderstorms
A couple of a.m. t-storms; mostly cloudy
High: 31C
Low: 24C
High: 88F
Low: 75F
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Cloudy
Cloudy, humid; a p.m. t-storm in spots
High: 31C
Low: 23C
High: 88F
Low: 73F
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Showers
Rather cloudy, showers around; humid
High: 31C
Low: 24C
High: 88F
Low: 75F
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