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Welcome to Cebu Island - The Philippines

Cebu, city is the first Spanish settlement in the country and the oldest city in the country. In the beginning of the 16th century the Spaniards arrived in the southern part of the Philippines. Since then Cebu City has been the centre of trade and commerce in the southern part of the Philippines. Many tourists from abroad can get direct flight to Cebu City through Mactan-Cebu International Airport.

Mactan island, in the urban area of Cebu city there is an important seaport and the nation's second largest airport is located on Mactan Island, near to Cebu City. On Mactan island tourism is well developed. Many dive centres and dive resorts (more than 75) arrange day excursions and diving safaris to the surrounding dive sites. Not only in the nearby waters, but especially to the nearby small islands. Cebu became the country's top tourist destination after Baracay Island.

What has Cebu to offer to tourists?
For tourists the island Cebu, its capital Cebu City and the nearby smaller islands have a lot of attractions. Many things to do and to see:

Sun, sea and beach, inclusive possibilities for diving
Local industries (the production process)
The charm of the activities in the local service sector, by day and in the evening
Traces from the Spanish and religious past in Cebu City