Have you thought of a short vacation within July and August? You must be thinking about what could be the best destination that offers cheap airfare and accommodation for a short trip to steer away from the busy streets of the city. Well, there are many destinations that you can visit that you can spend quality time on while doing some city tour and a side trip to the beach. It is a way to relax your mind and explore the country on the most affordable budget.
If you are eyeing Cebu, there are many budget accommodation to choose from pension house to "econotels" (read: economy hotels) that offer clean bed and bath. A short vacation doesn’t need to be expensive but it should have great value for your money like a budget hotel can range from 999PHP to 1,300PHP according to your taste and the need to be near commercial establishments will do the magic.
Visit the Basilica del Sto. Nino, located near the oldest street in the country – Colon, was named after the explorer Christopher Columbus. It is located at the heart of the city and be extra careful in crossing the street because there is a city ordinance for Jay Walking. A few snapshots at the church and right at the back is Magellan’s Cross. You can find also the City Hall of Cebu across the historical Cross.
Food is very cheap in Cebu and you can eat at Larsians, the must-try food dome situated near the Fuente Circle at the back of the new Banco de Oro building.
You can also try the beautiful white sands of Lapu-Lapu, it is a forty-five-minute taxi ride from the central city of Cebu.
While it is considered to be the Land of Promise, Davao is one of the most progressive cities in the country because of its new establishments like Ayala Center. It also has a lot of adventures to offer from the Crocodile Farm down to the Philippine Eagle Foundation for the conservation of one of the largest and powerful eagles in the world.
There is also the Samal Island for a beachside trip after you have visited Jack’s Ridge for a great overlooking view of Davao City.
Lastly, if you are a smoker, there are only designated places where you can smoke in Davao and you must observe cleanliness as they have a very strict policy, you don’t want to end up paying government fees or staying in jail for a short period.
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