Fantasy Lodge

Looking for a lovely bucolic setting, Fantasy Lodge is the best place for you!

The rugged landscape, tall cliffs, birds chirping, sound of waves crashing and towering trees are just a few of the ideal descriptions for this magnificent spot.

The entire scenery spells serenity and relaxation. For activities, there’s the Kawa Bath (P500 for 45 mins) and then there’s massage overlooking the sea at the Talisay Spa just a few steps below the pool.

You can even marvel at the beautiful sight of nature where Tañon Strait is right in front of you while chilling at their glass viewing deck. And yes, don’t forget to order and enjoy their fresh fruit juices and shakes while you’re at it!

Also, if you want to explore Samboan, it is actually home to so many waterfalls (Aguinid Falls, Balaygsawa Falls, Binalayan Hidden Falls, Calasa Falls, Dau Falls) and is close to other waterfalls outside the municipality (Inambakan Falls, Ginatilan Cebu). So you can actually add to your bucket list chasing waterfalls here.

🚪Room Rates:

📌 Family room with aircon good for 4pax - 3250php per night

📌 Talisay Bungalow suite with aircon, private terrace, sea view, jacuzzi and sauna - 5000 php per night

📌 Superior Couple room with aircon and private terrace sea view, good for 2pax - 3600php per night

📌 Standard couple room non aircon good for 2pax, pool view - 2350php per night

📌 Standard family room non aircon good for 4pax, pool view - 2750php per night

📌 The Dome non aircon good for 2 pax - 3900php per night

🛏 Extra Beds (breakfast not included):

⭕️Adults - P600

⭕️For Kids aged below 13 years old - P300

🗒 Note: 

⭕️ Room rates include Breakfast so for family room which is good for 4 pax, it includes free breakfast for 4 people.

⭕️ Corkage Fee of P250 for food / drinks brought from outside

⭕️ It is best to book early or have your reservation prior to going to the resort

⭕️ Entrance Fee: P200 (if you want to just check the place and take pictures)

☎️ Contact Details:

Fantasy Lodge Cebu

Brgy. Dalahican, Samboan Cebu 6027

Mobile No.: 09177006027

📍How to get there:

🚗 By Car / Own Transpo (2-3 hours travel time depending on traffic):

It’s easy to locate since it’s just along the highway. Just navigate via google map or waze. Right side if you are from Barili.

🚃 By Bus (4-5 hours travel time depending on traffic):

From Cebu City, ride a Ceres bus from South Bus terminal going to Samboan via Barili. Ask the driver to drop you off at Fantasy Lodge Cebu which is just along the highway in Brgy. Dalahican, Samboan. It’s actually a 10-15 min ride from Aguinid Waterfalls. 

💰 Bus Fare - P254 for adults (one-way fare), P203 (one-way fare / Student Discount SP provided you have your ID)

Barangay Seoul

Cebu has been swarmed with unli-samgyeopsal joints. Barangay Seoul is a new go-to place for eat all you can grilled meat lovers. It is one of those self-service Korean BBQ houses that serves high-quality fresh meat at an affordable price.

You get your own rice, your own sauces and your own utensils. You also get to choose from their ready to eat food such as tteokbokki (rice cake), chapchae (korean glass noodles), odeng (fish cakes), dak galbi (korean spicy chicken stir fry) and more. And let’s not forget the Kimchi, a staple in Korean cuisine which by the way is delicious.

They also have available spicy Korean Noodles. You just need to request the staff to cook it for you and then have it served to your table.

Roman Lettuce is available as well to complete that samgyeopsal experience. And of course the usual Korean vegetable side dishes.

For Lunch P299 per head (11:00am to 3:00pm) and Dinner P349 per head (5:00pm to 12:00mn), you can already eat to your heart’s content and satisfy your Korean cravings.

Whether you’re Seoul searching or looking for food for the Seoul, this is the ideal place!

Contact Details:

Barangay Seoul
945 Juana Osmeña St.,
cor Maria Cristina St.,
Cebu City, 6000
Mobile No.: 09270771092

Black Scoop Cafe

Rejoice milktea addicts because Black Scoop Cafe, one of the premier milk tea shops in the country has recently opened in SM City Cebu.

Taking pride in being the country’s first black soft serve ice cream, tea and coffee lounge, this hole in the wall bubble tea joint offers a wide selection of food, drinks and desserts.

Cozy atmosphere, chic dining area with a modern and hip vibe will greet you inside the cafe.

They might be a tad bit pricey but the food and drinks here are worth every penny.

Best sellers include Cheesecake Milktea, Brown Sugar Latte with Cream Cheese and Yema cake.

Contact details:

Black Scoop Cafe
Level 2, SM City Cebu
North Reclamation Area

Buwakan ni Alejandra

Idyllic setting is what comes to mind when you visit this pictureque place embellished by bright and lively flowers.

This majestic garden is called Buwakan ni Alejandra because Alejandra is none other than the mother-in-law of owner Eleuterio Gentap.

Situated along the Transcentral Highway, this tourist destination boosts of beautifully landscaped attraction bursting with colorful blooms. The scenic place spans 700 square meters and home to some of the most diverse flora species. 

Also, the best thing about the place is you can bring your own food and have a picnic because they have a designated place to eat with tables and chairs. There’s no corkage. 

There’s a charging station where you can charge your mobile phones for only P10 for the entire duration of your stay. No need to fret about low batteries or dead batteries for that matter. 

They are open daily from Monday to Sunday, 7:00am to 6:00pm. 

Entrance Fee for Adults: P55

Entrance Fee  for Kids 8 years and below: P20

Pre-Nup and Pre-Debut: P500

How to get there:

By Motorcycle: There are a lot of Habal-habal (Motorcycle) drivers in JY square. If destination is Buwakan Ni Alejandra only, price starts at P500/pax but it usually increases depending on the other local tourist attractions you want to visit. 

By V-Hire: Take a V-Hire in Ayala Center Cebu. Fare is P120/pax one way. 

By Own Transpo: Just type in Google Maps or Waze Buwakan ni Alejandra (which is already part of Gaas, Balamban). This is a 30-45 mins drive from JY Square and just a few meters away from Florentino’s and Adventure Cafe. So it’s not that difficult to find.