What about the Seasons
On the whole excellent weather all year round, summer months with the minimal risk of typhoons. Hottest time of year is Mars to June, the ‘coolest' time December to February. "High season" is traditionally late October to early June, although the area is busy at weekends throughout the year and during any Asian Holiday. The Pacific monsoon drops most of its moisture on other islands prior to reaching Cebu . Thus, there is no pronounced rainy season and the weather here is clement year-round. Although it can rain at any time of year, most rains are brief and quickly followed by brilliant sunshine. (Before being tempted by the "low season" rates offered elsewhere, better ask why there's a low season. Cebu doesn't have one.)
Population/Language
Cebu Province has a total population of more than 3 million. Cebuano is the native tongue. While Filipino is commonly understood and spoken, the English language is widely used in business transactions and education.
Philippine Time
Philippine standard time is eight hours ahead of Greenwich Meantime.
Dress/What to bring
Wear natural-fibre, lightweight clothing. You'll feel more comfortable. Bring shorts, hat, sun-glasses, bathing suit, insect repellent, flashlight, sun block cream, tough shoes for walking, rubber slippers for the beach.
The Barong Tagalog is the acceptable formal wear for men. Shorts or sleeveless shirts should never be worn when visiting churches, mosques or temples.
Electrical Appliances
Most areas in Cebu are supplied with 220 volts, 60 cycles. A plug with 2 flat parallel prongs is the norm.
Money
The Philippine currency is peso, divided into 100 centavos. Next to the peso, the US dollar enjoys wide acceptance. Most foreign currencies can easily be changed at banks, hotels, and authorized dealers. Foreign currency is not readily taken by the establishments in Cebu . Major foreign credit cards may be accepted only at major hotels, resorts, shops and restaurants. Visitors are advised to bring sufficient amount of change in small bills or coins.
Paying
US Dollar / Peso cash are preferred (obviously and the best way!). We accept other major currencies as payment; please check with us before you arrive. US Dollar traveler's cheques are probably the safest way to carry money – you will need your passport with you when you come to pay with them. Credit cards are accepted; VISA, MASTERCARD. We also accept bank transfers, please contact us for details.
Business Hours
Banks – 9am to 3pm Monday to Friday; Government agencies and offices – 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday; Private firms – 9am to 12nn Saturday; shops – 9am to 7pm Monday to Saturday. Most department stores stay open on Sundays and holidays.
Tipping
Bellhops expect a tip, as do waiters, taxi drivers, hairdressers, beauticians, and porters. Most hotels and restaurants add 10% service charge on top of the government tax. Tipping 5-15% of the bill appropriate if no service charge is included.
How to get there!
How to get to Cebu Island ? The trip to Moalboal is not complicated and many ways lead to us. First you have to come to the Philippines and especially to Cebu City . Therefore, a few tips how to come to Cebu City .
How to get to Cebu Island
There are many ways to come to Cebu . The first, and the easiest, is by direct flight.
Cebu International Airport is served by various airlines like Cathay Pacific from Hong Kong, SilkAir (Singapore Airlines) from Singapore , Malaysian Airlines from Kuala Lumpur and Qatar Airways from Doha/Singapore. The alternative is to fly to Manila and take a domestic flight to Cebu , or take a ferry. From the capital city flights to Cebu are offered several times a day. The boat trip takes about 20 hours, but sailing on a luxury liner through the Philippine archipelago is an adventure in itself.
Arrived at Cebu City you got different possibilities to transfer to Moalboal. We arrange the direct transfer for you. Or, if you would like to come on your own, you can reach Moalbaol either via Taxi or Bus.
Organized transfer Inform us early enough and we will organize the direct transfer to Kasai Village for you. All you have to do is come to Cebu City . You will be picked up at the airport in or the harbor by our staff and brought directly to Kasai Village Beach Resort.
Hint!
However you should not forget to take a sweater with you, because the V-hire and the airplane are usually very well air-conditioned
Public Transport
Getting around Cebu , one may take a colorful jeepney or a bus at a minimal fare. Tricycles (motorcycles with sidecars) are popular in outlaying areas and in suburbs, quiet notably within Mactan Island . Taxicabs are widely available.
Health and Medicine
No malaria in the area, but inoculations for Hep A, Typhoid, Polio and Tetanus are recommended, always check with your doctor. Bring high factor sun creams and insect repellent if you are prone to that type of thing, It's a rare occasion that you will need to put on more than shorts and a t-shirt.