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Overall rating: 7
Tourist Guide Cebu City:

Cebu City is located in the central eastern part of Cebu Province, an island at the heart of the
Visayas in Southern Philippines.
Many changes occurred to Cebu City during the centuries: from a sleepy fishing village to a fledging trading port in 1521, from the first Spanish settlement named Villa del Santisimo Nombre de Jesus in 1575 to a municipality in 1901, Cebu finally became a chartered city on February 24th, 1937.
Cebu City is the first and the oldest city in the country, ante-dating Manila by 7 years, and is the cradle of Christianity in the Far East.
Today Cebu City is at the same time the main resort of the Visayas, the most densely populated island, a great commercial centre with an international harbour and the Philippine’s second city.
The Mactan-Cebu International Airport, located in Lapu-Lapu City, is only a twenty-minute drive away from Cebu City.


11/28/2012
Overall rating: 8
I dont know but Cebu City has been very harsh on me or its just me. Cebu City should be like Singapore where there is very good proportion between humans and trees. I think its a law in their country that there should be more trees than people. I heard that 1 person is to 20 trees is the proportion if I'm not mistaken. I love that idea. Singaporeans are really responsible.
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Overall rating: 7
Just be early wherever u want to go coz traffic is such heavier u know.. and also just be thankful that u came home safe and secure; there were many pnp personel just around the corner and standby at there respective post that when ever u need them there always protect and serve the community heartily and no benefits of the dought....thanks to them
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5/27/2012
Overall rating: 10
In the Philippines you always have to be careful, just be mindful of whats around you. I have been traveling there for years and not had any issues. just do a little research about where you are heading. Avoid Davao all together. it is not American friendly. Just have a good time and don't act like an a typical American.
Not to be missed:
diving
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the beaches
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11/2/2012
Overall rating: 8
Nice place for R & R Entertainment wise is very enjoyable. Cost of spending is average depending from where u come from. Places of interest depends what u looking for or what u likes. For food yes they r cheap n afforable. Citizens r friendly which makes ur stay plesant n makes u wanting to spend longer holidays there.
Not to be missed:
Entertainment at Mango Ave
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the beaches
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11/27/2012
Overall rating: 2
Dirty, not organized and dangerous. No canalization, no waste recycle program, pollution of rivers and air, pollution of the sea, 95 % cannot afford to swim in the sea, no recreation area for the public, worst city after Manila, which is the worst among all Asian cities. No infrastructure of the city! No road program.
Not to be missed:
fruits
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Bob Unabia
5/15/2013
Overall rating: 8
Cebu is generally fair as a City. Cebu City Sports Complex is there for wellness and fitness conscious individuals. Malls are accessible and Night Entertainment Hubs are cool.Though when it comes to safety, what I can say is to stay vigilant all the time and be aware of the Non-mendicancy City Ordinance.:P
Not to be missed:
Museums and Amusement Parks
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Overall rating: 7
Cebu it more laid back than Manila. The people are more friendly and they are so very hospitable. The food and entertainment here in Cebu is much more cheaper. Everything is also at reach from the airport to any other destination only take less than an hour not unless you will go outside metro Cebu.
Not to be missed:
fort san pedro
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Ricky Del Mar
4/7/2013
Overall rating: 9
I grow up in this city since 1960, up to the time I get married, I saw the city grow into a mega city, nice and friendly cebuanos are there, entertainment, resorts & beaches are second to none, food is cheap and affordable accommodation. Traffic is manageable, weekend in the beach is more fun.
Not to be missed:
the beaches
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Countryside Tours
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food
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User 27941
7/17/2012
Overall rating: 7
Nice place to stay ,plenty of foodshops and very affordale, international airport accessible from any point of the city, and seaport are very good, no more bystanders inside the pier area. More safer than 20 years ago, but needs more safety harness
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maria
11/18/2012
Overall rating: 5
Cebu is safe, but during night time stay away from non-lighted area, and don't let your valuable things unattended. Make sure you have map or guide, if you are a first timer. A week or days you can adapt Cebu. We are friendly. ^_^ see u then.
Not to be missed:
camp site
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bike location
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6/20/2013
Overall rating: 2
the city streets are dirty...a lot garbage...there are a lot street kids and beggars both uptown and downtown areas...PUV drivers are generally reckless and temperamental....i think it has lost its glory as queen city of the south...
Not to be missed:
visit the historical sites and churches
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buy danggit and dried mangoes
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skinny dipping in the white sand beaches...
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AJ
6/2/2013
Overall rating: 9
Good place. I've lived there for a month. The people are hospitable. Beware of Some places like squatters area. Some of these places have many criminals. Also beware whenever your in the Pier or Warf. There are many snatchers there.
Not to be missed:
Metro Ferry Boat
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food
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jade
9/29/2012
Overall rating: 8
Very nice place.. buildings are high. It's like you been in a Manila City.. it's my first time when we go there to have a fieldtrip in for our subject.. it is really more fun in cebu city.. i like to go back in cebu and have fun..
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9/11/2012
Overall rating: 8
Walk with buddy, do not wear exposed expensive jewelry riding a jeepney, people are accomodating and choose the right one if you need help, for assurance ask in people working in department stores or the police
Not to be missed:
church tour
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the beaches
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restaurants
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User 28813
7/28/2012
Overall rating: 10
Fantastic city... you can relax and talk with many people around since everybody is very friendly and accomodating...
Not to be missed:
cantabaco
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camotes island
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Maribel Laguros
10/7/2012
Overall rating: 7
I haven't roam around Cebu yet, but on my first time i was a little confused on the street signs.
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Frank O'Hare
10/12/2012
Overall rating: 10
I like Cebu, I have visited many times, I have family there. Nothing more to say I like Cebu.
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Overall rating: 9
Nice place to stay.... great hotels... great service... friendly and helpful police-force
Not to be missed:
waterpark resort
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Overall rating: 7
Cebu has a lot of opportunities, very useful when it comes improving, exploring, etc.
Not to be missed:
Hotels and resorts in mactan
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The mountain resorts
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And the educational centre
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10/8/2012
Overall rating: 7
Very nice... but it should handle the traffic carefuly and repair the roads ...
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