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Cebu is characterized by narrow coastlines,
limestone plateaus, and coastal
plains but with predominant
rolling hills and rugged mountain
ranges traversing the northern
and southern lengths of the
island. Although Cebu's steep
mountains reach over 1,000
meters, the island lacks
substantial forest cover. In the
towns of Bogo, San Remigio,
Medellin and Daan Bantayan at the
northern tip of the province,
considerable flat tracts of land
are found.
The
natives of the city are known for
their warmth and hospitality.
Cebuano is their native tongue.
English and Tagalog are also
commonly understood and spoken.
Cebu is best from December to May
when the weather turns dry. It is
coolest from December to
February, hottest from March to
May. Temperature can rise higher
than 100°F in the summer. The
rainy season begins in July
bringing torrential downpours
that would sometimes inhibit
movement.
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
the suburbs, quiet notably within
Mactan Island. Taxicabs are
widely available.
In contrast to the bustling
metropolis, the rest of Cebu's
167 islets and islands are lined
with idyllic white sandy beaches
and pristine clear waters. Cebu
has gained wide popularity for
its fantastic diving grounds
evidenced by the proliferation of
resorts in Cordova
Village Resort, Island
& Sun Beach Resort,
Alegre
Beach Resort, Cebu
White Sands and Shangri-la
Mactan Island Resort,
which offer excellent dive
facilities, and the services of
competent dive masters and dive
guides.
For
budget-conscious travelers, check
out these high standard
accommodation hotels at
reasonable rates -
Cebu
Plaza Hotel, Montebello
Villa Hotel, Sarrosa
International Hotel & Residential
Suites, West
Gorordo Hotel Cebu
and Casa
del Mar Golf & Dive Hotel.
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