CEBU

Citing data from the Department of Tourism and Colliers International, he said Cebu has around 10,600
three-to-five-star hotel rooms compared to Phuket which has 47,475 rooms and Bali with 50,000
rooms.
Currently, Cebu is seeing 83 to 85 percent occupancy rates, with branded hotels operating at 90 percent
occupancy rate.
“Queen City of the South”

Its capital and largest city

cebu has captured the attention of tourists from all over the world because of its unique combination of natural and
man-made attractions. The province offers a wide array of activities for all types of travelers
Cebu has some of the best beaches in the Philippines
Laid-back vibe: Cebu boasts a more relaxed and slower pace of life compared to the bustling and sometimes
overwhelming megacity of Manila. This attracts tourists seeking a more beachy vacation experience
with opportunities for diving, snorkeling, and island hopping.
STRENGTHS

 it is generally considered safe, especially in highly public and well-lit areas

 Top tourism hub to its accessibility with domestic and international access
 Large pool of manufacturing goods expand trade and commerce
 Highly competitive state of the art facilities and infrastractures
 Have wide range of livelihood strategies in the formal and informal sector
 Known as the center of the English as a second language

type of soil is in Cebu?

The Soil parent material in Cebu is basically limestone,especially along the coastal areas. And parts of the
hilly areas in the region are shale

limestone is actually one of the most durable of all natural building materials. Limestone is exceptionally weather-
resistant and while it does naturally corrode over time, the corrosion is superficial and won't impact the structural
integrity of the structure.

Location: lapu lapu city, Cebu

 Is lapu lapu city, Cebu worth visiting?

Mactan Island is a hub of world-class resorts, hotels near Cebu Airport, breathtaking Cebu diving
spots, pristine beaches, and islets that are home to Philippines luxury resorts, and unique Filipino
dining experiences

STRENGTHS

 Near Mactan, Cebu International Airport

 Best place to stay esp. if need to catch a flight, Short drive away (15-30 minutes)
 Near at lapu lapu city district hospital
 Near tourist spots
1. Lapu lapu statue/ mactan shrine
2. Eco adventure
3. Authentic Cebuano food
4. Take photos at 10000 Roses café
5. Tropical paradise at Mactan island
WEAKNESSES

 Traffic congestion
 Severe flooding in low lying areas
 facing a water crisis due to increasing demand, decreasing supply, and poor management

OPPORTUNITIES

 Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu City have remained the preferred locations for hotel developments
 The tourism boom is expected to continuously drive demand for accommodation.

THREATS

 Prone to disaster?
it is exposed to hydrometeorological and geological hazards such as typhoons, storm surges, floods, landslides,
earthquakes. Floods affect all municipalities of Cebu island, as a result of the steep mountain range through the
center of the island falling to the lower-lying coastal areas.

OTHER 5 STAR HOTEL NEAR LAPU LAPU CITY:

1. CRIMSON RESORT AND SPA MACTAN
2. MOVENPICK HOTEL MACTAN ISLAND CEBU
3. DUSIT THANI MACTAN CEBU RESORT
4. PLATATIO BAY RESORT AND SPA
5. JPARK ISLAND RESORT AND WATERPARK