Travelers to Cebu may now avail of all inclusive Sinulog weekend special package rates at Lancaster Cebu Resort Residences who offer newly renovated Fully Furnished Studio and Two Bedroom units located in Mactan, Cebu... a few minutes from the Mactan-Cebu International Airport, on daily, weekly, monthly or yearly rental terms.
The country's biggest, grandest and most anticipated festival is set to take center stage once again next year -the Sinulog Festival 2010. Sinulog festival is the country's biggest pageantry of sights, sounds and colors as it honors and pays homage to the patron saint of Cebu, the child Jesus - Sr. Sto. Niño. Aside from the main spectacle which is the Sinulog Grand Parade on January 18, there are also other activities lined up by the Cebu City Government and the Sinulog Foundation until the grand highlights of the festival from January 9-18, 2010.
Lancaster Cebu is offering special Sinulog 2010 weekend package promos for guests checking in on Saturday [January 16] with departure on Tuesday [January 19]. Three night/four day stays in Studio suites for 2 persons run from $285 whilst three night/four day stays in Two Bedroom suites for 4 persons run from $435.
Sinulog weekend promo rates include Welcome Drinks, Breakfast [Saturday/Sunday/Monday/Tuesday], Dinner [Saturday/Sunday/Monday nights], Complimentary Use of Swimming Pools 06.00am - 10.00pm, Complimentary Car Parking, Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet Access at the Pool Bar, Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet Access for selected Suites, Complimentary shuttle service from Hotel to and from Cebu-Mactan International & Domestic Airports.
Lancaster Cebu Resort Residences, located a mere 3 minutes from Mactan-Cebu International Airport, provides you with easy access to all the essentials of urban living. This ideal location will complement the Condotel operation since Lancaster Cebu will function as a condominium hotel - a preferred accommodation choice of businessmen and holiday travelers alike. Clients can either purchase Condotel Suites for investment purposes or lease the units on weekly, monthly or yearly basis.
All rooms are fully air-conditioned, fully furnished with queen-size beds and have equipped kitchen facilities including microwave oven, stove and refrigerator. En-suite Bathrooms have Shower/Bathtubs and hot/cold running water. All rooms have Wi-Fi internet access and Cable TV. Studio Suites are available for double/single occupancy and have queen-size beds. Two Bedroom Apartments have two bathrooms and two queen-size beds for 2-4 person occupancy.
There are no security deposits or advances payable except for yearly leases. Weekly Rates are based upon 7 nights. Monthly/Yearly rates are based upon 30 night months. Additional nights are charged at the pro-rated weekly or monthly nightly rate. All rates apply to single or double occupancy. Children below 12 without extra bed are free of charge when sharing room with adults. Baby cribs available upon request. These rates may be changed without prior notice.
Inclusions: * Complimentary Use of Swimming Pools 06.00am - 10.00pm * Complimentary Car Parking [One Slot/room for In-House Guest only] Non-hotel guest -Pph-20.00/hour * Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet Access at the Pool Bar * Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet Access for selected Suites * Complimentary shuttle service from Hotel to and from Cebu-Mactan International & Domestic Airports * All rooms have Cable TV * All units have kitchen facilities and basic appliances [Micro-Wave Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Range] * Room Rates are inclusive of twice a week housekeeping service, i.e., room make-up and linen change. * Utilities, i.e. electricity and water, including monthly condo dues are all inclusive on daily/weekly and monthly rates however are charged separately for yearly leases.
Other Services: * A la Carte Breakfast charged from -Pph-150.00 per pax * Room Service 06.00am - 10.00pm * Business Center 07.00am - 10.00pm
For your Reservation simply send us an email with the dates you will be staying. We do not require any advance deposit for reservations. We do not charge any security deposits. Payment can be made in cash/credit card upon check in. Airport transfers - pickup is complimentary.
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Pacific Concord Properties Inc - Branch Office Lancaster Cebu Resort Residences Lapu-Lapu City, Mactan. Cebu. Tel: [Cebu 63 32] 340 0721 Email: plcsales@lancastersuites.com Website: http://www.lancastersuites.com Website: http://www.condotel-rentals.com
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Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Time to discover Cebu by Jose Maria Abada
The provincial government of Cebu lists five major reasons why the province is Number One. First reason is that the weather in the province is generally cooperative. The weather in the province is good for business since typhoons are not regular occurrences here and rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year. It is also added that the province is not located in the earthquake belt and there is no known active volcano in the area, and also the province has an international airport that is large enough to meet the needs of its people and the many businesses in the area. Second reason relates to the kind of public administrators in the province.
According to the LGU, the province' administrators are known to be development-oriented and these public administrators steer the province to economic growth and development. Reason three relates to the presence of economic zones in the province. The province of Cebu plays host to nine economic zones. Reason four relates to its fiscal management. According to the provincial government, the province is known for its good fiscal management and the province is one of the leading lights when it comes to assets and cash in bank. And lastly, the province ranks first because of the unity present in the province. These are the listed reasons why Cebu, according to the provincial government as the leading province in the country.
Cebu boasts a rich history But this is not only the things that make the province unique. The province of Cebu has a long history as well, and this is considered as one of the oldest provinces in the country. In fact, the history of the province goes way beyond 400 years ago and this started when the island was made as a province when the colonization of the Spaniards was just starting. And even before the arrival of the Spaniards, the province of Cebu was already active in its trade with neighboring provinces and islands. The island was in fact known as the center of trade in Southern Philippines as it dealt with the traders from many countries like China, Malaysia, Japan, India, Burma and other parts of the continent. And even before the arrival of the Spaniards, Cebu has already established its social structure. The province has roughly 3 million people and the language used is Cebuano. English is widely used too mostly in business transactions and this language is also understood by majority of the population. The province is known for many interesting travel destinations. Here is a listing of some of the famous destinations in the province: * Argao. The main attraction of the town includes the public stone buildings that date back centuries ago and one of its main attractions is the Rococo-Baroque church of the St. Michael Archangel. There is also a man-made Riverstone Castle and this was built entirely from stones. * Badian. Badian is known for its white sand beaches and a must visit for travelers. * Bantayan Island. This is also known for its clear blue waters and its fine white beaches. This is the place to be for travelers and tourists during Holy Week. * Camotes Group of Islands. * Carcar City. There are a number of good-looking and well-preserved ancestral homes in the city. This is also considered as a 'Little Marikina' thanks to its growing shoe industry. * Malapascua Island. The shores in the island are comparable that to those seen in Boracay Islands. * Sumilon Island * Moalboal. This island is host the orchid farm and considered as the largest orchid farm in Southeast Asia. * Medellin * Aloguinsan * Dalaguete. Another prime destination in the province of Cebu known for its white sand beaches and lengthy coastlines.
And of course, a visit to the province will not be complete without checking out Cebu City, one of the biggest and advanced cities in the country. The city of Cebu is best known for its 'Sinulog Festival'- considered as the province's biggest fiesta. The festival is known for its street dancing, face painting and street parties and concerts. But at the center of the celebration is the carved image of the Holy Child Jesus.
About the Author
Jose Maria Abada is a lover and a promoter of Philippine provinces and sights. He writes about Cebu Philippines and Boracay Philippines. Jose is passionate about what Cebu and Boracay can offer its guests and tourists. Interested to learn more please visit the Philippine Travel Guide site.
According to the LGU, the province' administrators are known to be development-oriented and these public administrators steer the province to economic growth and development. Reason three relates to the presence of economic zones in the province. The province of Cebu plays host to nine economic zones. Reason four relates to its fiscal management. According to the provincial government, the province is known for its good fiscal management and the province is one of the leading lights when it comes to assets and cash in bank. And lastly, the province ranks first because of the unity present in the province. These are the listed reasons why Cebu, according to the provincial government as the leading province in the country.
Cebu boasts a rich history But this is not only the things that make the province unique. The province of Cebu has a long history as well, and this is considered as one of the oldest provinces in the country. In fact, the history of the province goes way beyond 400 years ago and this started when the island was made as a province when the colonization of the Spaniards was just starting. And even before the arrival of the Spaniards, the province of Cebu was already active in its trade with neighboring provinces and islands. The island was in fact known as the center of trade in Southern Philippines as it dealt with the traders from many countries like China, Malaysia, Japan, India, Burma and other parts of the continent. And even before the arrival of the Spaniards, Cebu has already established its social structure. The province has roughly 3 million people and the language used is Cebuano. English is widely used too mostly in business transactions and this language is also understood by majority of the population. The province is known for many interesting travel destinations. Here is a listing of some of the famous destinations in the province: * Argao. The main attraction of the town includes the public stone buildings that date back centuries ago and one of its main attractions is the Rococo-Baroque church of the St. Michael Archangel. There is also a man-made Riverstone Castle and this was built entirely from stones. * Badian. Badian is known for its white sand beaches and a must visit for travelers. * Bantayan Island. This is also known for its clear blue waters and its fine white beaches. This is the place to be for travelers and tourists during Holy Week. * Camotes Group of Islands. * Carcar City. There are a number of good-looking and well-preserved ancestral homes in the city. This is also considered as a 'Little Marikina' thanks to its growing shoe industry. * Malapascua Island. The shores in the island are comparable that to those seen in Boracay Islands. * Sumilon Island * Moalboal. This island is host the orchid farm and considered as the largest orchid farm in Southeast Asia. * Medellin * Aloguinsan * Dalaguete. Another prime destination in the province of Cebu known for its white sand beaches and lengthy coastlines.
And of course, a visit to the province will not be complete without checking out Cebu City, one of the biggest and advanced cities in the country. The city of Cebu is best known for its 'Sinulog Festival'- considered as the province's biggest fiesta. The festival is known for its street dancing, face painting and street parties and concerts. But at the center of the celebration is the carved image of the Holy Child Jesus.
About the Author
Jose Maria Abada is a lover and a promoter of Philippine provinces and sights. He writes about Cebu Philippines and Boracay Philippines. Jose is passionate about what Cebu and Boracay can offer its guests and tourists. Interested to learn more please visit the Philippine Travel Guide site.
Visit Cebu, Philippines by Jose Maria Abada
Cebu, Philippines consists of 167 surrounding islands. This long and constricting island is situated to the west of Leyte and Bohol islands and to the east of Negros. Mactan, Bantayan, Malapascua, Olango and Camotes islands are just few of the 167 islands surrounding the province. The province mainly has coastlines, limestone highlands, shore plains, prevailing hills, and chain of mountains crossing the northern and southern parts of the island.
The ancient metropolis in the country, Cebu City, is the province's capital. Along with four abutting cities are Danao City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City and Talisay City and they form part of the Cebu Metropolitan Area.
Cebu is one of the most highly developed provinces in the country with its capital city as the main hub of education, trade, commerce, and industry in both central and southern parts of the Visayas.
The Province's Cultural and Historical Heritage
With an approximately 3.5 million dwellers, it is not unusual to hear its inhabitants speak in different languages. Although Cebuano is considered as its official language, Cebu dwellers are familiar with other languages in the country that include Tagalog, Hiligaynon, Waray-Waray and the like. Some of its dwellers are fluent in speaking Spanish especially the mestizo dwellers of the province. Chinese is a common language of the people in the Chinese community while English is considered as the universal language and is used as a medium of teaching in schools and universities and in media, commerce, and government as well.
Majority of people in Cebu are Catholics. This simply shows in the people's devotions to Santo Nino de Cebu, the Holy Child Jesus as their patron saint. Apart from the Catholicism and existence of Roman Catholic Archdiocese in the place, it also has other churches such as the Basilica Minore del Santo Nino, Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, San Carlos Church, Santo Rosario Parish Church, and Sacred Heart Church. There are also non-Catholic churches, mosques, temples and other worship place found in the island.
Cebu has historical landmarks that will definitely bring its guests hundreds of years back and tell the stories behind it. It has the Basilica Minore del Santo Nino which is a 16th century church found in the very heart of the city. The location of this church is the exact place where a sculpture portraying Jesus as a black Holy Child was made.
Other than that, the province also has the Cebu International Convention Center, the Cebu Provincial Capitol, Fort San Pedro, Lapu Lapu Shrine, the Magellan's Cross, Magellan Shrine, Marcelo Fernan Bridge and the famous Taoist Temple.
The Best In Cebu
Every province in the Philippines has its own celebration and merry making. Cebu is popular for its Sinulog Festival, a religious feast celebrated every third Sunday of January. This is in honor of the Senor Santo Nino de Cebu that commemorates the arrival of the Portuguese explorer in the person of Ferdinand Magellan in the Philippines.
A number of festivals are also celebrated in the province. They have the Mantawi Festival held in Mandaue City, Paskuhan, Kadaugan sa Mactan, Virgin of the Rule Fiesta, Kabanhawan Festival and a whole lot more. Each festival has its own reasons for celebration and behind those reasons are the histories that brought about everything in Cebu, Philippines into its existence.
About the Author
Jose Maria Abada is a writer for Philippine Travel Guide. You can find helpful information about Cebu Philippines and Cebu Beach Resorts on this website.
The ancient metropolis in the country, Cebu City, is the province's capital. Along with four abutting cities are Danao City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City and Talisay City and they form part of the Cebu Metropolitan Area.
Cebu is one of the most highly developed provinces in the country with its capital city as the main hub of education, trade, commerce, and industry in both central and southern parts of the Visayas.
The Province's Cultural and Historical Heritage
With an approximately 3.5 million dwellers, it is not unusual to hear its inhabitants speak in different languages. Although Cebuano is considered as its official language, Cebu dwellers are familiar with other languages in the country that include Tagalog, Hiligaynon, Waray-Waray and the like. Some of its dwellers are fluent in speaking Spanish especially the mestizo dwellers of the province. Chinese is a common language of the people in the Chinese community while English is considered as the universal language and is used as a medium of teaching in schools and universities and in media, commerce, and government as well.
Majority of people in Cebu are Catholics. This simply shows in the people's devotions to Santo Nino de Cebu, the Holy Child Jesus as their patron saint. Apart from the Catholicism and existence of Roman Catholic Archdiocese in the place, it also has other churches such as the Basilica Minore del Santo Nino, Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, San Carlos Church, Santo Rosario Parish Church, and Sacred Heart Church. There are also non-Catholic churches, mosques, temples and other worship place found in the island.
Cebu has historical landmarks that will definitely bring its guests hundreds of years back and tell the stories behind it. It has the Basilica Minore del Santo Nino which is a 16th century church found in the very heart of the city. The location of this church is the exact place where a sculpture portraying Jesus as a black Holy Child was made.
Other than that, the province also has the Cebu International Convention Center, the Cebu Provincial Capitol, Fort San Pedro, Lapu Lapu Shrine, the Magellan's Cross, Magellan Shrine, Marcelo Fernan Bridge and the famous Taoist Temple.
The Best In Cebu
Every province in the Philippines has its own celebration and merry making. Cebu is popular for its Sinulog Festival, a religious feast celebrated every third Sunday of January. This is in honor of the Senor Santo Nino de Cebu that commemorates the arrival of the Portuguese explorer in the person of Ferdinand Magellan in the Philippines.
A number of festivals are also celebrated in the province. They have the Mantawi Festival held in Mandaue City, Paskuhan, Kadaugan sa Mactan, Virgin of the Rule Fiesta, Kabanhawan Festival and a whole lot more. Each festival has its own reasons for celebration and behind those reasons are the histories that brought about everything in Cebu, Philippines into its existence.
About the Author
Jose Maria Abada is a writer for Philippine Travel Guide. You can find helpful information about Cebu Philippines and Cebu Beach Resorts on this website.
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