4 Crazy Things I Learned in Cebu

After a week living and breathing in Cebu, I have come to a list of things I’ve observed in the Queen city of the South. From the peculiar weather to the tricky language accent, at first, it was really tough to deal for a conservative Ilonggo like me.

Hot Chicks Everywhere

Wherever you turn, you’ll find chinita babes, exotic beauties, and half-bloods cramping in every possible spaces in the malls, in the park, in restos, and in Starbucks. They’re everywhere. I can attest that 6 out of 10 Cebuanas are gorgeous. 

They always looked like they’re auditioning for a reality TV show. Their hair is never black; shades of expensive looking hair dye emblazoned their hair strands whenever the wind blew in their way. I find myself blushing furiously whenever they caught me looking at them. I kind of grew up with the “staring is rude” culture, so these moments are embarrassing to me. But who cares? They're a feast to the eyes!

Tagalog Who?

You’ll hear the usual tourist complain that people here will answer you in Cebuano even if you asked them in Tagalog. Contrary to popular belief, Cebuanos don’t hate people from Manila. They just find it hard to speak in Tagalog. Not because they’re dumb or something, but because learning the language is not of great significance to them compared to other provinces. They are proud and they love their dialect. If you want to get directions right, ask them in English. They’ll have no problem with it.

Legendary Tributes Brought to you by Christina Aguilera

With her stint in The Voice rejuvenating a once shaky pop stardom ride, things are going uphill for the once troubled diva. She's emerged triumphant from the many ‘acts’ that amassed collected gasps and shock from the public. From the now trivial super bowl national anthem blunder to the sprayed-tan scandal in one of her idol's live wake, the media flocked to her "aid" like those bald vultures tearing on flesh of a prey carcass.

One might wonder why in spite of all the bad publicity surrounding her, Christina's star power grows stronger each time, now on her 12th year in the industry. Aguilera's secret weapon had always been her incredible voice and talent, which were highlighted with her joining The Voice.

Unsurprisingly, most legends before her thought she's the only one in pop music who could do their 'tributes' justice when the time comes. So, so far, here are her 5 Most Legendary Tributes: