Check out their website here: http://cityofbogocebu.gov.ph/

Capitancillo Island is a historical site. It is a 6-hectare land, a protected marine sanctuary and uninhabited. It was built in 1905 and the steel tower was built in the 1950s. It has a height of 83 ft. (25m) and flashes 3 white lights every 10 seconds.

The Ormoc Shoal, Nuñez Shoal and the Southwest wall of Capitancillo serve as diving sites. You can ride a motor boat from Polambato Port, Nailon Wharf, Marangog Cove or Odlot Hideaway as a jumping off point to the island in less than an hour.

Legend has it that there was once a Captain Basillo (a captain of a Spanish trading vessel) who insulted the local Datu named Bugtopasan. So, Datu Bugtopasan cursed and put a spell on him. Captain Basillo and his vessel transformed into an island. True? Of course not.

At the Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, you will find the statue of Virgin Mary on the top of the hill of Brgy. La Paz, Bogo City. It’s quite a climb so make sure you’re fit enough to if you prefer to walk. The stairs has 163 steps, so if you’re not up to it, just ride a habal-habal (motorcycle) up the hill.

Their feast day is held every 27th of November.

During the celebration of the Virgin Mary's birthday every 8th of September, a procession from St. Vincent Ferrer church to the Shrine is held, and then the holy mass is conducted afterwards in the chapel (just below the statue of Virgin Mary). There, medals blessed by the priest are sold by vendors. You can also pray or light a candle in the chapel.

Arapal Nature Retreat used to be called as Arapal Children's Home. It was later renamed into Arapal Nature Retreat by Salvador Cariaga who is also the founder of Arapal Christian Camp.

It is located in Brgy. Arapal, Anunag Sur, Bogo City. It offers camping, hiking, and spelunking. You also have the chance to harvest fruits or vegetable (seasonal). And even learn through conference or seminars about organic farming and raising livestock!

They're open from Monday to Friday from 9am-5pm. They’re open on Saturdays only by appointment and are closed every Sunday.

Tel. Numbers:

• +63 917 123 4295
• +63 917 784 5916

 You can visit them at www.arapalnatureretreat.com for more information and inquiries.

A plaza to chill, hangout and have barbeque? Yes, please!

The Bogo Barbeque Plaza, a much more relaxing version of Larsian, was unveiled last September 29, 2012. All barbeque vendors are provided a place to sell their goods, all in one place. Isn't that amazing? It is located near the pier. The cool breeze from the shore and the smell of grilled barbeque feels perfect!

I have to say, Bogo City is doing a great job.