Members question for me was:

What is the difference between this Group and "liveincebu"
or "livinginthephilippines3" Groups?

Answer is:

The Group "livinginthephilippines3" is very an informative sight,
however, it is heavily moderated and each post is scrutinized for
content.  This Group (cebucitytoday) is not moderated and everyone's
opinion is invited..  Also, "livinginthephilippines3" focuses on
mainly positive aspects of Philippine life and many personal posts
concerning opinions or negative statements about the Philippines are
rejected by the moderators.  I believe that both the "good"
and "bad" should be presented for everyone to see and individuals
can make up there own minds about what they think or believe.  I
believe that if you do not provide people with all the information
you may well be duping them into believing something that is not
accurate.

The Group "liveincebu" I believe is informative, however, this sight
is more liberal in nature.  On "cebucitytoday" people are free to
discuss anything.  I feel that if someone is not interested in a
topic or post, they can simply skip reading that one.  Arguments or
disagreements are Ok as long as they do not get to personal.  I like
to see a variety of opinions and ideas about things.


Additional Information about "cebucitytoday".  There is a wealth of
knowledge out there that foreigners and Filipinos alike have to
share with both people who reside in the Philippines and those who
are considering living here.  This Group is one means of trying to
extract some of that knowledge.  Also, this site encourages people
to share thoughts and ideas about anything and everything to do with
Cebu, the Philippines, or life in general.



--- In cebucitytoday@yahoogroups.com, "bmajorsk9" <bmajorsk9@...>
wrote:
>
> For the Group Owner.
>
> What is the difference between this Group and "liveincebu"
> or "livinginthephilippines3" Groups?
>

We're planning to visit Cebu and Bohol, and we're seeking input based
upon personal experience.

Hypothetically, let's say the two of us stay for 5-7 days on Bohol and
5-7 days on Cebu.  We intend for this to be a leizurely, very laid
back, do it day by day thing.  We prefer basic low cost beach
bungalows where we can hangout and enjoy the sun/moon.

Manila will be the starting and ending point, and we intend to ride
Superferry.

Any itinerary suggests?

Thanks.

Hi!!

  My name is Rick. I am 56 y/o and I live near St. Louis, MO. I will be
comming to your beautiful city one week from today.This must be some
kind of cosmic coicidence. :D I haven't been to the Philippines since I
was in the US Navy, back in 1969 or '70. I have always said to myself I
will return, but cercumstances weren't with me until recently. I am
actually passing through Cebu to Tagbilaran City, Bohol to be with
someone I've known online for about a year, now. I must say, I am very
excited to be in Cebu and the PI in genarel. I hope to retire there and
I have done a lot of research about it. I'm sure though that I still
have a lot to know. Well, I want to thank whoever is responsable for
offering me the invitation to join this group and hope I will meet some
of you, very soon. Thank you all for being you and having a deep
appreciation for the Philippines, as I do.  Rick.. :D

For the Group Owner.

What is the difference between this Group and "liveincebu"
or "livinginthephilippines3" Groups?

Most people who signed for this Group elected "individual emails"
(that is the default method) which means you get every post delivered
to your personal email account.  I know most of you do not want that
because it saturates your personal email.  I have taken it upon myself
(based on past experience) to change everyone's email delivery method
for this Group to "no emails".  Which means you simply go to the Group
when you want to read posts.

If you do want individual emails simply go and change back to
individual emails and I will not modify again.

For those of you who chose "Daily Digests" or "Special Notices" I did
not alter your accounts.

Ken Masters
kenmasters4@...

I have a friend in Talisay. Are there any rentals available that are not too
expensive (away
from the beach)?
Keith

Try this URL - http://www.cebuclassifieds.com/

--- In cebucitytoday@yahoogroups.com, "k_crunchy" <k_crunchy@...>
wrote:
>
> Are there any online house rental/purchase websites for Cebu City
and
> the area just outsite city limits?
>

Are there any online house rental/purchase websites for Cebu City and
the area just outsite city limits?

Hi all my name is cliff and i am presently building a house in peurto
Princesa City, Palawan. im 38 years old and have been traveling to the
philippenes over the last 10 years it is my intention to retire to
this house but for now am still working in the UK at least 6 months
out of the year. is there anyone out there with any experience they
would like to share please feel free to email me.

Hello kinsa may taga Guadalupe dri na pwedeng ma amiga/amigo????

Fly to Manila on Friday, staying a few days in AC, moving on to Samar
for a few days then Cebu for about 3 days, and back to AC for the
plane home.
One of the highlights will hopefully be to hire a 4 Wheeler to get
partway up Mt Pinutubo and then walk the last bit. Seen some pics
which look awesome, just a tad worried that I'm fit enough for the
trek.
Anyone any experience in that area?

You may stay in the philippines up to 1 year but yuo can get short
flight out and get your passport stamped elsewere and return the same
day if you like then you start as first arrived.

hi all,
i'm honest: i never really considered relocating/retiring in asia but
in central america,
but i met this wonderful philippine woman recently
- she is originally from cebu - and most probably
i might change idea....
any comments? experiences? advices?
thanks,
Lo Svevo

Hi, Everyone. We will move to Luzon in April. Appreciate any and all
info on best places to rent there. Not too expensive, close to a
beach. We have a budget of $1000 per month to cover all expenses.

Departure		Arrival
Tuesday	10:00 am	Wednesday	6:30 am
Friday	8:00 pm	Saturday	4:30 pm

Departure		Arrival
Wednesday	10:00 am	Thursday	7:00 am

Departure		Arrival
Thursday	2:00 pm	Friday	11:00 am

Departure		Arrival
Sunday	10:00 am	Monday	9:00 am

I'm going to Manila on 15 march, and will continue to Cebu. Is there
anyone that know how it is to take a boat instead of plane? I think
that a boat trip will be interesting, and im not in a hurry.
Sverre

At 2:04 PM +0000 2/13/06, Sverre wrote:
>I'm going to Manila on 15 march, and will continue to Cebu. Is there
>anyone that know how it is to take a boat instead of plane? I think
>that a boat trip will be interesting, and im not in a hurry.


Take the Superferry, it feels like staying in a hotel and travels
over night, as well as most of a day, so you also save on paying for
a hotel for a night. There is a ship every day, some at night some in
the morning:

http://www.superferry.com.ph/

Its an almost 24 hour journey.

--
Michael

I'm going to Manila on 15 march, and will continue to Cebu. Is there
anyone that know how it is to take a boat instead of plane? I think
that a boat trip will be interesting, and im not in a hurry.
Sverre

Look in the files section of the list under "Tourists Visa Costs"
there is a breakdown there of how much you should be paying every 60
days.  Hope this helps.

Ken

--- In cebucitytoday@yahoogroups.com, "susan_maples77"
<susan_maples77@...> wrote:
>
> Everytime I go to immigration to extend my tourist visa the cost is
> always different, can anyone explain why.
>

Everytime I go to immigration to extend my tourist visa the cost is
always different, can anyone explain why.

Has anyone experienced any safety problems around the Colon area?  I
gf had her earrings ripped stolen and another friend almost lost his
cell phone to snatchers.

Would veterans of Cebu City say that the crime rate is getting better,
worse, or staying about the same?

Looking for suggestions on where to service and buy motercylce parts.

The best two Malls in the Cebu City area are SM and Ayala Malls.
There are lots of other malls and shopping centers scattered
throughout the city.  As far as night life Badgers Sports Bar in
Banilad is nice, it is new and like a modern US sports bar.  For
clubbing Ratsky's in Ayala Mall and Sunflower (by Water Front Hotel
Lohug) are good choices.

--- In cebucitytoday@yahoogroups.com, "tjmorrispi" <tjmorrispi@...>
wrote:
>
> Where are some good malls and shopping areas in Cebu City?  How
about
> night life, music, entertainment, fun people?
>

--- In cebucitytoday@yahoogroups.com, "tjmorrispi" <tjmorrispi@...>
wrote:
>
> What is the maximum time I can stay in the Philippines without
having
> an immigration problem?
>
  To What I was told you can stay for a period of one year.  After that
the Government (Philippine) will post a fine.  You can probably call
your country's embassy and find out.

Looking for nice neighborhood to rent house in the range of 15,000 -
25,000 pesos per month.  3/4 BR's, 2 CR's, quiet as much as possible.
Also any information on schools in the area.

Where are some good malls and shopping areas in Cebu City?  How about
night life, music, entertainment, fun people?

What is the maximum time I can stay in the Philippines without having
an immigration problem?

Hello I am spotted this new group.  Can anyone give me any information
on resorts in Mactan.  Prefereably something with nice pools and
beaches.  Thanks

Bob

welcome to the group hope everyone benefits from this new site