Imagine an Island that is almost 200 kilometers long, full of turquoise water beaches and white sand, that folks, is Cebu. A top destination that will make you want to come back again and again. You definitely want to split your time in the city and around the Island. If you’re into diving, you’ve hit the mother-load because Cebu is famous for its diving sites. When you’re ready to jump to the next adventure at the next Island, grab a fast ferry to Bohol and enjoy the adventures of Island hopping.
It's frequently not working, intermittent or very slow, especially in the provinces (Palawan being the poster child for dysfunctional wi-fi).
That huge caveat aside, most hotels, cafes and restaurants in touristy areas and provincical centres provide free wi-fi.
For smartphone users, local SIM cards with data (4G) are easy to purchase, and data is cheap at less than P50 per day.
You can still find internet cafes in most decent-sized cities. Business hotels and an increasing number of boutique hotels and hostels have computers for guests to use.
Most travellers also surf the net using 3G or 4G mobile phone connections.
Are credit cards accepted across the country?
Yes
Mentionable public holidays
New Year's Day | Chinese New Year | Bataan Day | Maundy Thursday | Good Friday | Labour Day | Eid al-Fitr | Philippines Independence Day | Eid al-Adha | National Heroes' Day
How much does a local transport ticket cost?
20.00 ₱
How much does a dinner at a nice restaurant cost?
500.00 ₱
Do I need any vaccinations before I visit Philippines?
Yes
Who needs a Visa to enter Philippines?
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