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Taxi

The guide was updated: 2024-06-04

The simplest but not always the fastest way to get around is by taxi. Always check the meter has been set or a price has been fixed. Some taxi’s are unlicensed and in a bad state of repair and these should be avoided. The best app for summoning a taxi in the Philippines is Grab.

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Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB)

Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) is located on Mactan Island, 9 kilometres from the centre of Cebu City. Complaints about taxi fares are plentiful, so do consult information on standard fares at your time of travel. The white taxis are reportedly cheaper than the yellow ones and the journey from the airport to Cebu City takes around 20-30 minutes.

Passport/Visa

Passport/Visa

The Philippines can be visited visa-free for up to 30 days by citizens of all European Union member states, all ASEAN member states, the UK, the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, South Africa, Malaysia, Israel, the UAE and most countries in Latin America. A valid return or onward ticket and a passport that is valid upon entry and for at least six months beyond the period of stay are required to enter the Philippines. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, contact the embassy or consulate in your country.

Best Time To Visit

Best Time To Visit

The best time to visit Cebu is during the winter months (December–February), since the temperatures are pleasant and the weather is not as humid as during the summer. You will also be able to enjoy the colourful Sinulog Festival in January and discover more about Cebu's fascinating culture.

Public Transport

Public Transport

Do as the locals and catch a colourful Jeepney (routes are posted on the front). These are available 24-hours a day, cover most of the nooks and crannies and are the cheapest transport option. Buses are also available, but these tend to travel exclusively along the north-south routes and can be quite baffling and arduous, particularly in the rural areas. Tricycles are common in towns and villages and with a bit of haggling they provide a convenient and cheap method of transport.

Taxi

Taxi

The simplest but not always the fastest way to get around is by taxi. Always check the meter has been set or a price has been fixed. Some taxi’s are unlicensed and in a bad state of repair and these should be avoided. The best app for summoning a taxi in the Philippines is Grab.

Post

Post

In the Philippines, the postal system operates through PHLPost, which manages mail delivery and services across the archipelago. For travellers in Cebu, postal services are easily accessible at post offices and postal kiosks, ideal for sending postcards and parcels. Rates are reasonable, and services are reliable, though delivery times can vary, especially for international mail.

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

Drug stores abound in Cebu, many operated by market leader Mercury Drug. Another of the larger chains is Rose Pharmacy, and you find one of their outlets at Robinsons Easymart Cabahug.

Telephone

Telephone

Country code: +63 Area code: (0)32

Electricity

Electricity

The Philippines uses American-style power sockets with two flat prongs as well as European-style sockets with two round prongs. Expect 220 volts at 60Hz.

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