Delicious Lunch - Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort

THE PAVILION

The Pavilion houses the resort restaurant. It serves delectable fare of local and international cuisines. With high octagonal “nipa” thatched roofing and al fresco setting, it boasts of a spectacular panoramic view of the ocean and mainland Cebu.

The food was just so yummy. Chicken Inasal, Pork Belly, Squid to the Chocolate Cake are all my favorite. Bluewater Resort have best food to served just for you.

Kayaking, Fishing and Snorkeling - Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort

DISCOVER THE ISLAND

LAGOON KAYAKING AND FISHING

Explore the island’s calm lagoon and steer through the high mangroves! Test your skills and fish the lagoon waters using the simple but challenging line and hook.

The LAGOON area where you can do Fish Feeding & Kayaking.

Picnic, walk along or go kayaking at the natural lagoon teeming with high mangroves and experience the translucent feel of a waking dream.

EXPLORE THE OCEAN

Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort beckons you to indulge in its crystal clear waters and dive into the vibrant sanctuary beneath snorkeling is a great alternative to view aquatic life and is one of the best in the country or, ride a native boat and let the waves and wind take you around the island.

SNORKELING TRIPS

The resort is known for its Marine Wildlife Saltwater Lagoons filled with assorted tropical fish, including black tip reef sharks, grouper, and clown fish.

Island Getaway - Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort

HISTORY OF SUMILON

The historic Battle of 1813 at Sumilon signaled the end of slavers' constant attacks on the southern towns of Cebu. It was a battle won through cooperation among simple townfolks coupled by a well-designed defense by a Spanish Augustinian Friar named Julian Bermejo. These coastal towns have been under constant threat by marauders. Boljoon was one left in disarray and its church desecrated after an attack by slavers in 1782. The 25-year old Fray Julian was assigned to Boljoon in October 19, 1802. He was parish priest of the town until 1808 and intermittently served on neighboring towns, including Oslob, Argao, and Dalaguete.

Aside from his priestly duties, he taught livelihood skills to his constituents. He was also a capable builder and military leader. Upon his arrival in Boljoon, he took up the challenge of finishing a new church started by his predecessor. Before starting construction, he focused on securing the church boundary. He built a thick wall using mortar and piedra vitoca (coral blocks) and strengthened it with bulwarks at each corner. Within these walls, the church was completed, a parish house was constructed, a large blockhouse was built along the north wall, and a two-storey watchtower facing the sea. Wanting to fortify defenses across towns, Fray Julian then built Baluartes (watch towers) from Sibonga to the north and to Santander in the south, including in Sumilon Island.

Additional baluartes were extended to Carcar in the north for a total of 96 kilometers. These baluartes, named after saints, were in line of sight of each other and was an early warning system for intruders. With this set-up, the coastal communities would be forewarned of any attacks. Local guards guarded in shifts and reported the approach of raiders using a system of flags. These flags measured approximately ten meters in length and mounted on poles eight fathoms tall. White flags were raised to warn of an impending attack. The number of times they were raised and lowered indicated the number of hostiles approaching. If the raiders went away, a black flag was raised. A red flag indicated the raiders' northern or southern positions. Not content with merely defense, Fray Julian organized a small armada of ten barangays (shallow draft boats) ready to set sail at quick notice. They were led and operated by the townsfolk from Boljoon, Oslob and Caceres. The vessels were armed with falconets, fore and aft, and its crew with a variety of weapons for close combat. The communities supported the small armada through a regular supply of food. The course of history changed in 1813 when Fray Julian's small barangay flotilla proved effective. It scored a decisive victory against the raiders in a naval encounter near Sumilon. From then on, the slavers avoided the southern Cebu coastal communities and shifted their attacks elsewhere. The civil government took note of Fray Julian's achievements and recommended that other Visayan communities in the Visayas organize warning systems and local armadas similar to Fray Julian's set-up.

On our way to the Island of Sumilon.

Everyone is ready and very excited for our first experience in Sumilon Island.

The ride will take you to the Island for 45 minutes.

After an hour, were already in the Island of Sumilon. Ready for and adventure and to explore more in the Island. A camera is a must!

First in CEBU 2013

CEBU  Province is a province in the Philippines, consisting of Cebu Island and 167 surrounding islands. Its capital is Cebu City, the oldest city in the Philippines, which forms part of the Cebu Metropolitan Area together with four neighboring cities which include Danao City, Lapu-Lapu City, Mandaue City and Talisay City and eight other municipalities. Mactan-Cebu International Airport, located in Mactan island, is the second busiest airport in the Philippines.  

Cebu is one of the most developed provinces in the Philippines, with Cebu City as the main center of commerce, trade, education and industry in the Visayas.

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SM Cebu at Night

[ DAY 1 ]

We arrived in Cebu City at around 6 PM in Wednesday. We went to Cebu Business Hotel to check in for our overnight stay in the city. 

Cebu Business Hotel Lobby

Everyone decided to go Malling in SM and to eat our dinner. Exciting!!!

FOREVER 21

Waiting for our turn @ 4D Max Rider (SM Cebu)

Shopping... Touring... Experience... Fun... Excitement... Laugh...
Now it's time to relax and unwind ourselves after a tiring day.

Coffee Time!!!

BO'S COFFEE - Park Mall Cebu

Jungle Adventure - First in CEBU 2013

[ DAY 2 ]

We are all excited for a Jungle Adventure day!!!

Rainforest Park Cebu

The first of its kind in Cebu of a well-thought unique concepts that encloses an inspired mix of entertainment, adventure, leisure, educational, dining and unwinding for the entire family.

Rainforest Park also envisions to create social awareness on the prevailing environmental issues in the city, organizing activities, promoting eco-friendly products and spearheading change in the society.

My #OOTD

It is very accesible in the mainstream of the city (less than 3 mins from Ayala Business District), located at Ayala Access Road, Mabolo, Cebu City, where one and a family altogether can relax and at peace while enjoying the serenity, atmosphere and the natural beauty of nature.

Man-made forest likes Restaurant in Rainforest Park

Clean and Green Restaurant of Rainforest Park Cebu

They have the best and delicious food served for you!

Nutritious Green Juice - Rainforest Park Restaurant

The Volcanic Dessert of Rainforest Park Restaurant.

Here is the most exciting part in Rainforest Park Cebu...

Jungle Adventures

Experience thrill and adventure with our in-house adventure rope courses. This will test your guts and lets you face your fears with the ambiance of the jungle.

Fun and Adventure...

We're ready for an Adventure day. Let's GO!

Ready to climb. Honestly, I really felt nervous at that time. First time to experience it. This is adventure and I love it!!!

I really experience thrill, excitement, adventure with the rope courses in Rainforest Park Jungle Adventure. It was a fun day together with family!

For more info about Rainforest Park Cebu. Please visit http://rainforestparkcebu.com/ 

Visit the place and you might love it!

Feelin the Summer Heat - Ocean 24 Resort

It's a Maundy Thursday and we decided to go outing with family to Ocean 24 Resort located at Valencia, Negros Oriental. It's just a cheap resort, nothing beautiful views but there is fun together with your family.

Cute Colorful Umbrellas in a wonderful Mountain Views

Family (Joy, Lola Amy, Te MM, Tyger Punk, Sean)

Perfect moments for Summer days!