23 Reasons to Make Cebu Philippines Your Next Holiday Destination

Vicky and I have had the privilege to work in many amazing tropical locations. From India to the Bahamas, Malaysia to Fiji, Belize to The Philippine Islands and we have had fun living in all of them. When meeting new people the question inevitably that comes up is, “Where is your favorite place you’ve visited or lived?” It’s hard not to answer our current location, Cebu, Philippine Islands. Why? To help explain we put together a list of the 23 reasons we feel Cebu, Philippines should be your next holiday destination.

The people are some of the friendliest you’ll ever meet
Ease of travel to Cebu. Direct flights now offered from Los Angeles and Dubai as well as most major Asian Cities into Cebu-Mactan Airport
It’s tropical with crystal clear ocean water
You can see the original Magellan’s cross that he planted in Cebu in 1521
You can drink fresh coconut water
You can ride in a Jeepney (awesome decorated taxis)
You can ride in a Tricycle Taxi
You can eat amazing seafood curries
You will be always be treated with utmost respect
You can get a one-hour body massage for less than $20USD
You can enjoy some of the best scuba diving and snorkeling in the world
You don’t have to worry about a language barrier, because nearly everyone speaks fluent English
The water temperature is warm and perfect year round (78-85 deg F)
You can learn about the history from the Spanish Colonization
You can eat “Lechon” – or suckling roasted pig (the national dish)
You can go island hopping in a “Banca Boat” (bamboo boat)
You will always be greeted with a “Hello Sir” or “Hello Maam“
You can enjoy the most amazing golden mangos on Cebu island
You can visit incredible waterfalls like this one called Tumalog, Aguinid or Kawasan Falls in Cebu
Visit Turtle Sanctuary of Apo Island
You can swim with the “Gentle Giant” Whale Sharks of Oslob
You can enjoy the amazing year round weather, which averages 22.6 degrees Celsius (75 F)
It’s extremely affordable