45 th SEAMEO COUNCIL CONFERENCE and 5 th ASED MEETING

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1 45 th SEAMEO COUNCIL CONFERENCE and 5 th ASED MEETING ADMINISTRATIVE CIRCULAR INFORMATION AND GUIDELINES 1

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION 2. MEETING VENUE AND DATE 3. ORGANIZERS AND CONTACTS 4. REGISTRATION 5. ACCOMMODATIONS 6. INFORMATION ON AIRPORTS 7. VISA INFORMATION 8. TAX REGULATIONS 9. AIRPORT ARRIVAL 10. TRANSPORTATION 11. DOCUMENT REPRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION 12. LUNCH AND TEA 13. VENUE FACILITIES AND SERVICES 14. GENERAL INFORMATION 14.1 Currency, Banking, and Taxes 14.2 Climate 14.3 Electricity 14.4 Communication Facilities 14.5 Time Difference 14.6 Drinking Water 14.7 Tipping 14.8 Tourism 14.9 Flight Schedule Updates Medical Services Emergency Telephone Numbers 15. ANNEXES 15.1 ANNEX A: Programme at a Glance 15.2 ANNEX B: Registration Form 15.3 ANNEXC: Accommodation Details 15.4 ANNEX D: Shirt Measurement of Minister 15.5 ANNEX E: Flight Schedule 2

3 1. INTRODUCTION This Circular provides general information on arrangements and other relevant information for the 45 th SEAMEC Conference and 5 th ASED Meeting. The event will be held in Mactan, Cebu, Republic of the Philippines from Tuesday, 26 January to Friday, 29 January, Information in this circular is current as of 2 December Any amendments to information contained in this document will be issued via to all SEAMEO Members and Associates. The organizers reserve the right to make changes to this circular as the need arises. Electronic copy of this document can be obtained from DepED website: and click the 45 th SEAMEO Council Conference and 5 th ASED Meeting LOGO located at the upper right side of DepED webpage.. 2. MEETING VENUE AND DATE The 45 th SEAMEC and 5 th ASED meeting will be held in Mactan, Cebu, Republic of the Philippines from Tuesday, 26 January to Friday, 29 January, SHANGRI-LA S MACTAN RESORT AND SPA Address: Punta Engaño Road, Lapu-Lapu City 6015, Cebu, Philippines Contact Person: Ms. Lydi Pascua, Events Manager Telephone No. : (63 2) Fax No. : (63 2) lydi.pascua@shangri-la.com Website: 3. ORGANIZERS AND CONTACTS This 45th SEAMEC Conference and 5 th ASED meeting is organized by the Government of the Republic of the Philippines through the Department of Education in collaboration with the SEAMEO Secretariat in Thailand and other agencies such as; i) Department of Foreign Affairs, ii) Bureau of Customs, iii) Department of Transportation and Communication, iv) Philippine National Police, v) Department of Tourism, and vi) Department of Interior and Local Government. The Provincial Government of Cebu and the local government of Lapu-Lapu City are also involved in organizing this event. 3.1 For Accommodation and Transport matters please contact: Name: MS. VANESSA LEI B. NALLANO Position: Project Development Officer III Address: Office of the Assistant Secretary for Special Projects and Legislative Liaison, Rizal I Bldg., DepED Central Office, DepED Complex, Meralco Avenue, Pasig City, Philippines, 1600 Tel: (632) / (632) / (632) / (632) Fax: (632) / (632) / (632) vnallano@gmail.com 3.2 For Registration matters please contact: Name: ROGER B. MASAPOL Position: SEAMEO Affairs Officer Address: DepED Central Office, DepED Complex, Meralco Avenue, Pasig City, Philippines, 1600 Tel: (632) Fax: (632) rbmasapol@gmail.com, ico_seameo@deped.gov.ph 3

4 3.3 For Other matters please contact: Name: Recaredo Borgonia Position: Regional Director Agency and Address: Department of Education, Lahug, Cebu City Tel: , , , , , REGISTRATION 4.1 To facilitate the registration including hotel reservation and Shirt measurement of the Minister, kindly accomplish carefully ANNEXES B, C and D found in pages of this document and submit via fax or e- mail to the organizers at fax numbers and addresses provided in 3.2 on or before December 20, Form B - Registration Form which will be filled up by each participant Form C - Accommodation details Form D Shirt Details of the Minister 4.2 Upon arrival in Cebu, delegates are requested to collect their name badges at the Registration Desk and Check-In Counter located at Jasmine Room of Shangri-la Mactan Resort and Spa, Mactan, Cebu. Name badges must be worn and be visible at all times. These badges are required for entry into all venues and meeting areas. 5. ACCOMMODATIONS Accommodation and Roundtrip Airfare of the Minister from Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar and Timor Leste will be supported by the Government of the Philippines. Other delegate from the four countries will be provided with accommodation. Room blocks have been set up at the following properties: 5.1 SHANGRI-LA S MACTAN RESORT AND SPA Punta Engaño Road, Lapu-Lapu City 6015, Cebu, Philippines Contact Person: Ms. Lydi Pascua, Events Manager Telephone No. : (63 2) Fax No. : (63 2) lydi.pascua@shangri-la.com Website: Location Situated on tropical Mactan island in Cebu, Philippines, the Resort & Spa is 15-minutes away from the airport and ideally located for both leisure and business travelers. Accommodation The Resort & Spa s 547 spacious bedrooms and suites offer a tropical interior design that blends Philippine craftsmanship with world-class comfort and convenience. GUEST ROOMS ROOM CATEGORY DAILY ROOM RATE* SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE Superior Gardenview $123 $156 $189 Deluxe Seaview $167 $200 4

5 Executive Room $234 $267 $300 Panorama Room $234 $267 $300 Panorama Suite $434 $467 $500 * Based on Php45.00 per $1 The room rates quoted above are subject to ten percent (10%) service charge and prevailing government taxes. Check-in time is at 2:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 NN. Should you wish to avail of a late check out, this is subject to availability and there is a charge of PhP 3, net until 6:00 PM. Daily group rate will be chargeable for late check-out beyond 6:00 PM. ENTITLEMENTS Complimentary breakfast buffet at Tides or Acqua Pre-registration for express check-in Complimentary broadband internet access Complimentary use of Health Club facilities (fitness gym, steam, sauna and Jacuzzi) Guest Room Features All guest rooms are fully equipped with modern amenities including: Broadband Internet access (free) Cable television IDD telephones with bathroom extension Laundry and valet service Mini-bar Voice mail Electronic safe Business center The fully equipped Business Center offers a wide range of services and private conference rooms. Recreation Facilities Please visit for recreational facilities available at Shangri-la Mactan. 5.2 IMPERIAL PALACE WATERPARK RESORT AND SPA M. L. Quezon Highway, Brgy. Maribago Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu Contact Person: Ms. Joyce Ann L. Abella, Sales Account Executive Reservations Telephone: (63 32) / (63 32) joyce.abella@ip-cebu.com or joyceann.abella@gmail.com Website: Location Imperial Palace Waterpark Resort & Spa, Cebu s newest luxury hotel, is located in Mactan Island Cebu, Philippines and is only a 20-minute drive from the Mactan International Airport, and is only minute drive from the Shangri-la s Mactan Resort and Spa. Accommodation The hotel consists of 557 well-appointed guestrooms, suites and villas. 5

6 GUEST ROOMS ROOM CATEGORY DAILY ROOM RATE* SINGLE DOUBLE Deluxe/Garden View $123 $123 Deluxe/Ocean View $139 $139 Mactan Suite/Garden View $178 $178 Mactan Suite/Ocean View $195 $195 * Based on Php45.00 per $1 Rates quoted is on a per room per night basis. Above rates are inclusive of Buffet breakfast up to a maximum of two persons per room. Room rates are inclusive of Local Tax, non-commissionable& inclusive of Service Charge. Extra bed charge is at Php 2000 net and inclusive of buffet breakfast. Special rates shall apply for this group only. Guest Room Features Large bathrooms with separate bath and shower. Multiline telephone and broadband Internet connection. National and international direct dialing phone connection. Multi-channel 37 HD television plus DVD and CD player. Personal safety deposit box. Fully stocked mini bar and refrigerator. 24-hour room service. Smoking and non-smoking floors. Recreation Facilities Fitness and Wellness Facilities 709 square meter spa and fully equipped fitness centre Massage rooms, sauna, steam Jacuzzi and plunge pool Treatment areas for different spa services including facial and body treatments 10am-12am in-room massage service Waterpark Facilities Island Pool Adventure Pool Extensive choice of water sports activities 5.3 HILTON CEBU RESORT & SPA Punta Engaño, Mactan Island, Cebu, Philippines Contact Person: Ms. Eunice S. Perez, Banquet Sales Executive Tel.: Fax: events.cebu@hilton.com Location Hilton Cebu Resort & Spa in Cebu, Philippines, an upscale resort with a French-Mediterranean flavor is located just minutes away from Mactan Cebu International Airport and approximately 30 minutes away from cosmopolitan Cebu City. Accommodation With 246 uniquely designed guestrooms, 90 percent with breathtaking sea views, including 74 elegant spa suites. 6

7 GUEST ROOMS ROOM CATEGORY DAILY ROOM RATE* SINGLE DOUBLE Hilton Deluxe $164 $182 Hilton Deluxe Plus $195 $215 Executive Room $191 $209 1 Bedroom Spa Suite $254 * Based on Php45.00 per $1 All above rates are per room/ per night. All rates quoted are already inclusive of 10% service charge, 12% VAT and 0.75% local tax. Please note that Government taxes are subject to change without prior notice. Benefits and services included: Daily Buffet Breakfast at the Vanilla Beach Café Complimentary welcome drink and cold towel upon arrival Daily amenities inside the room: Two (2) Bottles of Mineral Water Daily Newspaper (English) Fruit Plate Complimentary usage of the hotel amenities: Private Beach Free Form Swimming Pool Scheduled City Shuttle 24-Hour Fitness Center Steam Bath Game Room Scheduled Recreation & Beach Activities for Adults 6. INFORMATION ON AIRPORTS Strict and rigid security check is being implemented in all airports in the Philippines particularly in international airports like Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) and Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). Each passenger will be ask to take off their shoes, slippers, jackets, belts, mobile phones and other personal belongings for x-ray purposes. 6.1 Mactan Airport The Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) is located in Mactan Island, province of Cebu in Central Philippines and connected to Cebu City, the provincial capital 20 kilometers due southwest, through the Mactan-Mandaue bridge. The airport is about 600 kilometers from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and serves as the southern hub of the air transportation system of the Philippines. MCIA is strategically located with estimated travel time of only 3 to 4 hours to fourteen (14) cities in Asia Pacific. It is a vital international gateway to the country's economic prosperity. 6.2 Ninoy Aquino International Airport Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila s premier airport, is located along the border between Pasay City and Parañaque City in Metro Manila. It is about 7 kilometers south of the country's capital Manila, and southwest of Makati City's Central Business District. 7

8 7. VISA INFORMATION Pursuant to the ASEAN Framework Agreement on Visa Exemption signed last July 25, 2006 at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, visitors from the ASEAN Member Countries are exempted from the visa requirement for a period of stay of up to fourteen (14) days from the date of entry. For non-asean member countries participants, you may visit for other information about Philippine regulation and Visa application or you may contact your respective embassies/consulates for assistance. 8. TAX REGULATIONS Airport Embarkation Tax Passenger Terminal Fee is levied on all passengers embarking for: 1. International travel (including Security Fee): PHP Domestic travel: PHP Place of payment: Airport of departure. Exempt: 1. Children under 2 years of age. 2. Transit passengers remaining in the transit area and not leaving the airport. 3. Crew members. Currency rules It is illegal for any incoming or outgoing passenger to bring in or out Philippine Pesos in excess of P10, without prior authority from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. Any violation of this rule may lead to its seizure and civil penalties and / or criminal prosecution. (BSP Circular ) Carrying of foreign currency in excess of US$10, or its equivalent in other foreign currencies must be declared to a Customs Officer or the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. Violation of this rule may lead to seizure and sanctions, fines and / or penalties. Note: Only banknotes and coins, which are legal tender must be declared (travelers checks, credit cards etc. are exempted from the declaration requirement). Hotel Occupancy Tax Hotel Occupancy Tax applies to all visitors except certain representatives from foreign missions. 9. AIRPORT ARRIVAL When you arrive at Mactan-Cebu International Airport or Ninoy Aquino International Airport, you will be greeted by 45 th SEAMEC and 5 th ASED Meeting staff in the arrival hall/baggage claim area. Staff will be wearing the national dress of the Philippines with SEAMEC ID. Likewise, a signage with the meeting name and logo printed on it will also be displayed visibly in the arrival area. In the event that you can t find any of these identification measures and you require immediate assistance, you may call Mr. Marcos Rodil (for NAIA concern) at or Dr. Carmelita Dulangon (for MCIA concern) at TRANSPORTATION A. Shuttle Service B. Shuttle service shall be provided to all delegates, thus it is imperative that confirmation must be done on or before December 20, 2009 to ensure proper transportation arrangement. Each Minister 8

9 will be provided with an official car while the rest of the delegation will also be provided with a common transport service. B. Taxi Service Metered Taxis at Mactan Cebu International Airport are available outside the arrival area. If you choose to take a taxi to your hotel, it is recommended that you keep a printout with your hotel s address with you. You can show this printout to the taxi driver, if there are any communication difficulties. Directions to the Hotels/Venue: Shangri-la Mactan Resorts and Spa is minutes travel from Mactan International Airport and relatively no traffic disturbance. Flags of member countries are displayed along the way which will practically lead the driver to the venue. 11. DOCUMENT REPRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION 11.1 Pre Meeting Document Submission All documents, opening statement of each minister and presentations should be submitted to the SEAMEO Secretariat not later than 15 days before the event in electronic form. 12. LUNCH AND TEA Morning and afternoon tea will be provided during the duration of the meetings. Hosted lunch and dinners will likewise be extended to delegates. 13. VENUE FACILITIES AND SERVICES Information Desk Free Wi Fi Services Catering (Snacks/Hosted Lunch) Mail Services (Shipping/Receiving, FedEx, UPS) Medical Services Telecommunications (Telephones/Internet) Storage Information regarding prayer rooms will be posted at the secretariat near the function room 14. GENERAL INFORMATION 14.1 Currency, Banking, and Taxes The monetary unit of the Philippines is the Peso. Daily Exchange rate information is available in all broadsheets and television programs. You can exchange foreign currencies at front desks, most large banks, tourist centers, malls and at agencies in the terminals of major airports. You will receive the best rate using an automated teller machine (ATM). Major credit cards are widely accepted across the Philippines. Most hotels require a credit card to confirm a reservation. The Philippines has a value added tax (VAT) on goods and Services. The current sales tax in is 12 percent Climate The Climate of the Philippines is a tropical wet maritime climate dominated by rainy, dry and cool season that dominates on November to February. The summer monsoon brings heavy rains to most of the archipelago from May to October, whereas the winter monsoon brings cooler and drier air from December to February. Monsoon rains, although hard and drenching, are not normally associated with high winds and waves. But the Philippines sit astride the typhoon belt, and the country suffers an annual onslaught of dangerous storms from July through October Electricity The Philippines uses 220 volts and electrical plugs with two flat parallel blades. The conference hotels do not supply plug adapters. 9

10 14.4 Communication Facilities Mactan, Cebu has international and national direct dial phone and facsimile services, mobile phone sites, internet and e mail facilities, and worldwide express delivery service. Internet Broadband and wireless internet services are available in all of the conference hotels and at the workshop venue. Most national daily newspapers are in English. The Philippines has seven (7) major television networks (ABS-CBN, GMA, ABC, PTV4, QTV, IBC13, RPN 9) which broadcast mainly in English. Cable TV is available in almost all hotels in Cebu. There are 3 major mobile phones networks in the Philippines; Smart Communications, Globe Telecoms and Sun Cellular which provide wireless mobile phone services. If you wish to buy local SIM card from any of the three providers, it is recommended that you buy the provider that gives the strongest signal. Based on marathon survey, Globe Telecoms provides the strongest signal of wireless telephone services in Cebu City. Protocol officers assigned in each country can provide vital information on this Time Difference Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei, Malaysia and Singapore share the same time zone at GMT +8.00; one hour ahead of Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand and Vietnam, one hour behind of Timor Leste and 2 hours ahead of Myanmar. SEAMEO Countries Time zones based on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) Indonesia Brunei Malaysia Philippines Singapore Cambodia Laos Thailand Vietnam Myanmar Timor-Leste GMT+7, GMT+8, GMT+9 GMT+8 GMT+8 GMT+8 GMT+8 GMT+7 GMT+7 GMT+7 GMT+7 GMT+6 GMT Drinking Water Cebu s water supply meets all health code requirements for drinking and bathing. It is fluoridated and slightly chlorinated as well. However, bottled water is available in all hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, and convenience stores Tipping Tipping is customary for service industry professionals: Waiters, bartenders, taxi drivers, hairdressers, hotel porters and chamber maids, coatroom attendants, parking valets and airport skycaps. Tips is not required but will be appreciated when given with no specific percentage of the bill and amount Tourism Information on Cebu tourism can be found on the following websites: Flight Schedule Updates Please refer to Annex E 10

11 14.10 Medical Services Shangri-la s Mactan Resort and Spa maintains a clinic located at the Garden Level of the Atrium Wing. They have nurse that is on call for 24 hours to attend to health emergencies. Doctor is available everyday from 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Nearby hospitals are listed below: Mactan Doctors Hospital +63(32) Perpetual Succour Hospital Gorordo Avenue, Lahug, Cebu City 6000 Philippines Mobile: (63927) pshcares@pshcebu.com Cebu Doctors Hospital 1 Dr. P. V. Larrazabal Jr. Avenue, North Reclamation Mandaue City 6014, Cebu +63(32) Chong Hua Hospital +63(32) (32) info@chonghua.com.ph Emergency Telephone Numbers DepED Regional Office: POLICE DEPARTMENT: Regional Command Hotlines: / / Mobile: ANNEXES ANNEX A: Programme at a Glance ANNEX B: Registration Form ANNEX C: Accommodation ANNEX D: Shirt Measurement of Minister ANNEX E: Flights Schedules 11

12 45 th SEAMEO Council Conference (SEAMEC) and 5 th ASEAN Education Ministers Meeting (ASED) January 200, Shangri La Hotel, Cebu City, the Philippines Tentative Programme At-a-Glance Tuesday, 26 Jan 2010 Wednesday, 27 Jan 2010 Thursday, 28 Jan 2010 Friday, 29 Jan 2010 Arrival of Delegates Check-in at Hotel hrs Bilateral Meeting (by arrangement) at Business Centre, 1 and 2 Room hrs Plenary Session 3 (Policy Forum) at Mactan Ballroom ANNEX A- Programme hrs Bilateral Meeting (by arrangement) at Business Centre, Room 1 and hrs Opening Ceremony at the Marquee ASED Meeting at Jasmine hrs Review and Adoption: In-Camera Session Report and Plenary Sessions Report Closing Formalities at Mactan Ballroom hrs Executive Committee Meeting at Business Centre, Room hrs Special High Officials Meeting at Mactan Ballroom IV hrs Lunch at: hrs Registration (in Camera Participants) at hrs In-Camera Session at Mactan Ballroom III hrs In Camera Dinner At Ocean Pavilion hrs Refreshments at the Marquee hrs Plenary Session 1 at Mactan Ballroom hrs Lunch at the Marquee hrs Plenary Session 2 at Mactan Ballroom hrs Refreshments hrs Plenary Session 2 (Cont d) hrs Welcome Dinner hosted by the Secretary of Education, Philippines at Beachfront of Shangri-La hrs Refreshments Venue: hrs ASED Meeting (Cont d) at Jasmine hrs Lunch at the Marquee hrs Educational/Cultural Visit hrs Reception Dinner Hosted by the Governor of Cebu at the Cebu Int. Convention Centre (CICC) hrs Refreshments Venue: hrs ASED Review and Adoption of Final Report and Closing Formality Press Conference at Mactan Ballroom hrs Lunch at the Marquee Departure of Delegates In Camera: for Heads of SEAMEO Member and Associate Member Countries and designated Officials. 12

13 ANNEX B- REGISTRATION 5 th SEAMEO COUNCIL CONFERENCE AND 5 TH ASED MEETING Shangri-La s Mactan Resort and Spa, Mactan Cebu, Philippines January 2010 PARTICIPANT S FORM 1. Name of Participant (Prof/Dr/Mr/Mrs/Ms): 2. Designation or Position Minister High Official Centre Director (centre) Delegate (member of delegation) Others, please specify 3. Country 4. Organization 5. Complete Office Address: - Telephone Number(s): Fax Number(s): Mobile Number: address: 6. Flight Schedule: 1. Arrive Manila on (date) at (time) Arrive Cebu on (date) at (time) Flight Number from: 2. Depart Manila (date at (time) Depart Cebu on (date) at (time) Flight Number to 7. Blood Type Allergies: 8. Dietary Requirements, if any Please complete this form and return it to the 45 th SEAMEC Conference and 4 th ASED Meeting Secretariat not later than December 20, by ico_seameo@deped.gov.ph, rbmasapol@gmail.com, vnallano@gmail.com or by fax: (632) /(632) / (632) / (632)

14 ANNEX C- ACCOMMODATION 45 th SEAMEO COUNCIL CONFERENCE AND 5 TH ASED MEETING Shangri-La s Mactan Resort and Spa, Mactan Cebu, Philippines January 2010 Name: Country Kindly tick the corresponding box for your preferred room category. If you wish to make advance reservation, kindly contact the hotel you choose and mention that you are attending the 45 th SEAMEC and 5 th ASED Meeting to receive the group rate. You will be asked to provide your credit card information to complete the reservation. Your card will not be charged at this time*. If you do not have a credit card with which to confirm your reservation, please contact Ms. Vanessa Nallano at address vnallano@gmail.com so alternate arrangements can be made to guarantee your reservation. Ministers of education from the 19 countries, other high officials and SEAMEO Centre directors shall be billeted at Mactan Resort and Spa. Other participants/delegates are given options to choose from the three (3) hotels listed below. The hotels will provide reservation confirmation numbers. Please note this down at the time of reservation. SHANGRI-LA MACTAN RESORT AND SPA Punta Engaño Road, Lapu-Lapu City 6015, Cebu, Philippines Contact Person: Ms. Lydi Pascua Telephone No. : (63 2) Fax No. : (63 2) lydi.pascua@shangri-la.com Website: IMPERIAL PALACE WATERPARK RESORT AND SPA M. L. Quezon Highway, Brgy. Maribago Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu Contact Person: Ms. Joyce Ann L. Abella Reservations Telephone: (63 32) / (63 32) joyce.abella@ip-cebu.com or joyceann.abella@gmail.com Website: HILTON CEBU RESORT & SPA Punta Engaño, Mactan Island, Cebu, Philippines Tel.: Fax: events.cebu@hilton.com Room Category ACCOMODATION Single Double Triple Superior Grand View $123 $156 $189 Deluxe Seaview $167 $200 Executive Room $234 $267 $300 Panorama Room $234 $267 $300 Panorama Suite $434 $467 $500 Room Category Single Double Deluxe/Garden View $123 $123 Deluxe/Ocean View $139 $139 Mactan Suite/Garden View $178 $178 Mactan Suite/Ocean View $195 $195 Room Category Single Double Hilton Deluxe $164 $182 Hilton Deluxe Plus $195 $215 Executive Room $191 $209 1 Bedroom Spa Suite $254 If you wish to share room with another participant, please write the name below: (Prof/Dr/Mr/Mrs/Ms): 14

15 ANNEX D- SHIRT MEASUREMENT 45 th SEAMEO COUNCIL CONFERENCE AND 5 TH ASED MEETING Shangri-La s Mactan Resort and Spa, Mactan Cebu, Philippines January 2010 Name: Country SHIRT MEASUREMENT OF MINISTERS Each Minister from 19 member and associate countries will be provided with a SHIRT. Kindly provide the measurement (inches) based on the drawing below. Name of Minister MEASUREMENT A B C D E F G 15

16 ANNEX E- FLIGHT SCHEDULES INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS It is highly recommended that participants take direct flights to Cebu. CATHAY PACIFIC Bangkok Cebu (Via Hong Kong) Departure : Bangkok 10:50 18:40 CX :00 11:45 CX702* 1 EQV *Day after Cebu Bangkok (Via Hong Kong) Arrival : Bangkok 12:45 20:15 CX920 1 EQV 12:45 18:40 CX920 1 EQV Hanoi Cebu (Via Hong Kong) Departure : Hanoi 11:05 18:40 Cx S 20:00 11:45 CX6726* 1 32S *Day after Cebu Hanoi (Via Hong Kong) Arrival : Hanoi 12:45 19:05 CX EQV 19:50 09:50 CX 920* *Day after Ho Chi Minh Cebu (Via Hong Kong) Departure : Ho Chi Minh 10:10 18:40 CX S 19:05 11:45 CX764* 1 EQV *Day after 16

17 Cebu - Ho Chi Minh (Via Hong Kong) Arrival : Ho Chi Minh 12:45 18:00 CX EQV Hong Kong - Cebu Departure : Hong Kong [HKG] Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong 09:05 11:45 CX :00 18:40 CX Cebu - Hong Kong Arrival : Hong Kong [HKG] Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong 12:45 15:25 CX :50 22:30 CX Jakarta Cebu (Via Hong Kong) Departure : Jakarta 09:15 18:40 CX EQV 14:50 11:45 CX776* 1 EQV *Day after Cebu Jakarta (Via Hong Kong) Arrival : Jakarta 12:45 20:00 CX EQV Kuala Lumpur Cebu (Via Hong Kong) Departure : Kuala Lumpur 09:50 18:40 CX :45 11:45 CX 1724* *Day after Cebu - Kuala Lumpur (Via Hong Kong) Arrival : Kuala Lumpur 17

18 19:50 12:40 CX *Day after Phuket Cebu (Via Hong Kong) Departure : Phuket 12:30 11:45 KA 213* 1 32S 12:30 18:45 KA 213* 1 32S 18:20 11:45 KA 215* 1 32S 18:20 18:40 KA 215* 1 32S *Day after Cebu Phuket (Via Hong Kong) Arrival : Phuket 12:45 11:35 CX 920* 1 EQV 12:45 17:25 CX 920* 1 EQV 19:50 11:35 CX 920* :50 17:25 CX 920* *Day after Singapore Cebu (Via Hong Kong) Departure : Singapore 11:25 18:40 CX CEBU PACIFIC Hong Kong - Cebu Departure : Hong Kong [HKG] Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong 00:05 02:40 5J EQV 00:50 03:25 5J EQV 01:35 04:10 5J EQV 00:50 03:25 5J EQV Cebu - Hong Kong Arrival : Hong Kong [HKG] Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong 18

19 20:45 23:20 5J EQV 21:30 00:05 5J EQV 22:15 00:50 5J EQV 21:30 00:05 5J EQV Singapore Cebu Departure : Changi International Airport 00:20 04:00 5J EQV Cebu Singapore Arrival : Changi International Airport 19:55 23:35 5J EQV MALAYSIA AIRLINES Kuala Lumpur Cebu (via Kota Kinabalu) Departure : Kuala Lumpur [KUL] Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Malaysia 09:20 15:05 MH Cebu - Kuala Lumpur (via Kota Kinabalu) Arrival : Kuala Lumpur [KUL] Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Malaysia 16:00 21:05 PR Singapore Cebu Departure : Changi International Airport 06:45 15:05 MH 602* :10 15:05 MH 9128* 1 EQV 08:40 15:05 MH 9112** 1 EQV *Via Kuala Lumpur ** Via Bangkok Cebu Singapore (Via Kuala Lumpur) Arrival : Changi International Airport 19

20 16:00 23:40 MH PHILIPPINE AIRLINES Hong Kong - Cebu Departure : Hong Kong [HKG] Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong 09:05 11:45 PR A340 16:00 18:40 PR EQV Cebu - Hong Kong Arrival : Hong Kong [HKG] Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong 12:45 15:25 PR A340 19:50 22:30 PR EQV Kuala Lumpur Cebu (via Kota Kinabalu) Departure : Kuala Lumpur [KUL] Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Malaysia 09:50 15:05 PR B734 Cebu - Kuala Lumpur (via Kota Kinabalu) Arrival : Kuala Lumpur [KUL] Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Malaysia 16:00 21:05 PR B734 SINGAPORE AIRLINES Bangkok Cebu (Via Singapore) Departure : Bangkok 12:40 12:45 SQ 975* 1 18:40 12:45 SQ 979* 1 21:20 12:45 SQ 981* 1 19:00 11:45 CX702* 1 EQV 10:50 18:40 CX :00 11:45 CX702* 1 EQV *2 Days after Cebu Bangkok (Via Singapore) 20

21 Arrival : Bangkok 13:45 20:25 MI :25 08:35 MI 588* 1 *2 Days after PHILIPPINE AIRLINES DOMESTIC FLIGHTS Manila - Cebu Departure : Manila [MNL] Ninoy Aquino International Airport Centennial Terminal 2, Philippines 04:30 05:45 PR843 0 A330 05:30 06:45 PR845 0 A330 06:30 07:45 PR823 0 A319 07:30 08:45 PR847 0 A330 09:30 10:55 PR853 0 EQV 13:30 14:55 PR857 0 A330 15:00 16:25 PR849 0 EQV 18:00 19:15 PR863 0 A330 20:30 21:45 PR855 0 A320 Cebu - Manila Arrival : Manila [MNL] Ninoy Aquino International Airport Centennial Terminal 2, Philippines 05:00 06:15 PR842 0 A320 06:35 07:50 PR844 0 A330 09:35 10:55 PR848 0 A330 11:00 12:15 PR824* 0 A319 12:00 13:20 PR854 0 EQV 15:35 16:55 PR858 0 A330 17:15 18:35 PR850 0 EQV 20:15 21:30 PR864 0 A330 21:00 22:15 PR868 0 A330 CEBU PACIFIC Manila - Cebu Departure : Manila [MNL] Ninoy Aquino International Airport Centennial Terminal 3, Philippines 21

22 04:45 06:00 5J A319 06:35 07:45 5J A320 08:00 09:15 5J A320 10:10 11:25 5J A320 12:15 13:30 5J A319 13:55 15:10 5J A319 15:50 17:05 5J A319 17:45 19:00 5J EQV 18:45 20:00 5J A319 20:15 21:30 5J A319 21:35 22:45 5J A320 Cebu - Manila Arrival : Manila [MNL] Ninoy Aquino International Airport Centennial Terminal 3, Philippines 04:50 06:00 5J A320 06:35 07:50 5J A319 07:00 08:15 5J A319 08:20 09:35 5J A320 09:45 11:00 5J A320 12:005 13:20 5J A320 16:00 17:15 5J EQV 17:35 18:50 5J A319 17:00 18:15 5J A319 18:30 19:45 5J A319 23:15 00:20 5J A319 22