Cebuanos walking around downtown Cebu, which is sought for pedestrianization

Cebu Pedestrianization: Is the Government Jumping the Gun?

Pedestrianization plans are in progress, but citizens are questioning whether it’s the right time. What is walking along the streets of Cebu City like for you? Would you call it comfortable and safe? Would you ever consider replacing commuting with walking all the way to your destination? This year, the Cebu City government unveiled plans for the pedestrianization of the

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Closeup shot of a mosquito known for carrying dengue in the Philippines

Dengue in the Philippines: Prevention from a Viral Disease

Here are some tips on how to prevent getting infected by dengue in the Philippines. (Photo by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases on Unsplash) A CDN Digital news article states that Cebu has recorded 2,831 cases of dengue this year, as reported by the Cebu City Health Department (CHD). As of October 3rd, around 941 cases have been

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Palawan Pawnshop, one of the many remittance centers in the Philippines

Remittance Centers in the Philippines: Sending Money Abroad

Need to send money abroad? Know which remittance centers to visit in Cebu! Source: Judgefloro, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons Remittance centers offer a convenient way to send money abroad. There are many reliable establishments around the country, both physical and digital. Unfortunately, some foreigners are not familiar with sending money abroad through remittance centers, while some live in provincial areas

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X-ray of the monkeypox

Monkeypox in the Philippines: Should We Be Concerned?

How serious is monekypox in the Philippines? Photo by National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases on Unsplash The first case of monkeypox in the Philippines in 2024 was revealed to be from a 33-year old man with no travel history, who caught the disease through close contact. A news article on Inquirer.net states that this is the tenth monkeypox

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Close up shot of Blue jellyfish

Jellyfish in the Philippines: Facts and Tips to Consider

Photo by lexi lauwers on Pexels Have you ever been stung by a jellyfish in the Philippines? Reddit user no-sleep19 has, and let’s just say it wasn’t the best experience for her (2023). In a post on r/jellyfish subreddit, she recalls enjoying a swim when a sudden painful prick struck her leg.  She thought she hit a sharp seaweed or

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two men backpacking in Cebu at a beach in Cebu province

A Beginner’s Guide to Backpacking in Cebu Philippines

Discover how you can make backpacking in Cebu at a beach in Cebu province. When traveling, do you limit yourself to the typical tourist spots? Or are you the adventurous type who likes to explore hidden gems to make your trip more worthwhile? Though many say that Cebu is a small island, you’ll find that there is a lot to

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