Cebu is the name given to a province of the Philippines which is made up of Cebu Island and more than 150 small islands and islets that surround it. While Cebu is important to the economy of the country, this is not the only thing that makes Cebu noteworthy.

The area is incredibly beautiful, featuring white sandy beaches and jewel blue seas, making it the perfect destination for divers and holidaymakers with a love of the sea.

Alongside the natural beauty of Cebu, you’ll also find a vibrant and lively atmosphere with plenty of bars, clubs and restaurants, so once you’ve spent all day relaxing on the beach, you can spend the evening eating, drinking and dancing.

5 Things You Need to Know About Cebu

Make sure you’re prepared for your upcoming trip to Cebu and arm yourself with some key pieces of information that should come in handy:

Time Difference: GMT +8 hours
Currency: Philippine Peso
Native Language: Cebuano
Weather: With a tropical climate, you can expect hot weather in Cebu. Most of the year is dry, but between June-December, the area experiences a wet season.
Sales Tax: 12 %, 7% or 0% depending on the product

Flying to Cebu from the UK

Before you fly to Cebu, you should know a little bit about your journey, so here are just a few of the things that you should be aware of before you get there, including flight times, entry requirements and airlines that serve the city.

Flight Times

When you fly to Cebu, you’ll need at least one stop, sometimes in Manila. You can make the flight in around 15.5 hours, but some will take longer, depending on how long your stopover is.

Entry Requirements

If you are visiting for up to 30 days, you can enter the Philippines without a visa. If you are planning on staying longer, you can get a tourist visa from the Philippine Embassy which will allow a 59-day stay.

Airlines that Fly to Cebu

There are a number of different airlines which fly to Cebu from the UK. These include:

- British Airways
- Cathay Pacific Airways
- Emirates
- Philippine Airlines
- Royal Brunei Airline
- Singapore Airlines

The Airport

When you travel to Cebu, you’ll land at Mactan Cebu Internation Airport.

Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB)

Located on the small island of Mactan, Mactan-Cebu International Airport is well connected to the city of Cebu and is within 10 miles of the city so it’s easy to get on with your journey once you land.

Popular Routes

Most flights to Cebu will take a stop during the journey. This could be in Manila, Dubai, Singapore or a number of other destinations.

10 Must-Do Things in Cebu

You’ll have no problems finding things to see and do when you’re in Cebu. Here are just a few of our favourites:

- Magellan’s Cross
- Fort San Pedro
- Basilica Minore del Santo Niño
- Museo Sugbo
- Bounty Beach
- Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary
- Kawasan Falls
- Logon Beach
- Casa Gorordo Museum
- Cabu Taoist Temple

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