Tech & Esports
Internet Providers Cebu and Davao: Fiber, Starlink and 5G
How to choose home internet in Cebu and Davao: fiber providers, wireless and satellite options, approximate plan prices and what to ask before signing.
Cebu Guide: News, Travel, Food & Life in the Queen City of the South – Page 2
Everything Cebu: from Magellan's Cross and Sinulog to lechon, Moalboal's sardine run and the CCLEX bridge — plus live Cebu weather and news.
Culture
Learn Bisaya: 50 Essential Cebuano Phrases for Travellers
Fifty everyday Cebuano phrases for greetings, getting around, eating, shopping and counting, with pronunciation tips to help you sound friendly in Cebu and Davao.
Culture
Santo Niño de Cebu: History of the Philippines' Oldest Icon
How a small image of the Child Jesus given in 1521 became the heart of Cebu's faith and the Sinulog Festival. The history of the Santo Niño de Cebu.
Food
Filipino Barbecue Recipe: Sweet Pork BBQ with Banana Ketchup
Sweet, smoky and sticky, just like the street stalls of Cebu and Davao. Our Filipino pork barbecue recipe with an easy marinade and basting sauce.
Money & Work
Cost of Living Cebu vs Davao 2026: Rent, Food and Budgets
How much does it cost to live in Cebu or Davao? Approximate 2026 ranges for rent, food, transport and bills, with sample budgets for a local, an expat and a student.
Lifestyle
Cafes in Cebu and Davao: Local Coffee and Cafe Culture Guide
From Mount Apo arabica to Cebu's sikwate and puto maya, here's how cafe culture works in Cebu and Davao, what to order, and how to be a good laptop guest.
Food
Lechon Paksiw Recipe: Turn Leftover Roast Pig Into a Rich Stew
Leftover lechon becomes a tangy, savoury stew in under an hour. Here is our lechon paksiw recipe, Cebu style and Manila style.
Culture
Wafa Meaning in Bisaya: Wa Pa, Ganda and Ang Ganda Mo
Seen "wafa" in a Bisaya chat? It usually means "wa pa" (not yet). Here is what it means, plus ganda, ang ganda mo and other short words you will hear in Cebu and Davao.
Money & Work
Apartment for Rent in Cebu: Areas, Prices and Renting Tips
A practical guide to finding an apartment for rent in Cebu: best neighbourhoods, approximate rent ranges, requirements and how to avoid rental scams.
Entertainment
Visayan Songs and Bisrock: The Bands That Shaped Cebuano Rock
From classic love songs to Bisrock and Visayan pop, here is how Cebu and Davao built a music scene in their own language.
Culture
What Language Is Spoken in Cebu Philippines? Bisaya Guide
Cebuano, Bisaya, Davaoeño, Tagalog, English: who speaks what in Cebu and Davao, why Filipinos switch languages mid-sentence, and simple words to learn.
Culture
Nalibog Meaning: What Is the Tagalog of Mean and Confused?
In Cebu, "nalibog ko" just means "I'm confused." In Manila, it means something very different. Here's how to avoid the classic Bisaya-Tagalog mix-up.
Culture
Kayasa Meaning: Cebuano Expressions of Annoyance Explained
What does kayasa mean in Cebuano? A friendly guide to Bisaya expressions of annoyance, from harmless hala to words you should never say to your lola.
Entertainment
SM Cebu Cinema Showing Today: How to Check Cebu Movie Schedules
Where to watch movies in Cebu, how to check SM, Ayala and Robinsons showtimes online, approximate ticket prices, and tips for a better night at the cinema.
Culture
Spare in Tagalog, Kumbati in Bisaya and Other Useful Words
The everyday words for spare, by the way, recently and hope in Tagalog and Bisaya, plus what Cebuanos usually mean when they say kumbati.
Food
How to Make Siomai: Cebu Siomai sa Tisa-Style Recipe
Juicy pork siomai like Cebu's famous Siomai sa Tisa stalls, with homemade chili-garlic oil and calamansi. Steam or fry, and freeze extras for later.
Food
Talakitok Recipe: Crispy Fried Trevally and Bisaya Escabeche
Learn how to cook talakitok two ways: golden pritong talakitok with vinegar dip, and a Bisaya-style escabeche with ginger, peppers and a sweet-sour glaze.
Travel
Davao to Cebu by Land and Sea: Bus and Ferry Routes Compared
Skipping the plane? Here's how to go from Davao to Cebu by bus and ferry, via Cagayan de Oro or via Surigao and Leyte, with time estimates and honest pros and cons.
Food
How to Marinate Boneless Bangus for Inihaw na Bangus
Inihaw na bangus, sinugbang bangus in Bisaya, is grilled milkfish stuffed with tomato, onion and ginger. Here's the marinade and the method.
Money & Work
Call Centers in Cebu: Top BPO Employers, Pay and How to Apply
Cebu is one of the country's biggest BPO hubs. Here are the major employers, where they are, what they pay and how to get hired.
Money & Work
Banks in Cebu: Guide to Major, Savings and Digital Banks
BDO, BPI, Metrobank, Landbank, digital banks and more: which banks you will find in Cebu, how to open an account, and how to get a branch's official contact details.
Travel
Cebu to Boracay: Flights, Ferries and Overland Routes Compared
Flying Cebu to Caticlan is the fastest way to Boracay. Here is how it compares with Kalibo flights and the long sea-and-land route.
Travel
Cebu vs Davao: Key Differences to Know Before You Visit or Move
Cebu or Davao? We compare two of the biggest urban centres outside Metro Manila on cost, weather, food, beaches, nightlife, safety and transport so you can choose.
Travel
How to Get to Magellan's Cross in Cebu City (and Its History)
Magellan's Cross sits beside the Basilica del Santo Niño in downtown Cebu City. Here's how to get there, what you'll see and a short walking route.