Pokemon Go makes Cebuanos On the Go!

Pokemon Go makes Cebuanos On the Go!

After the game Pokemon Go hit the world by storm, the game has also gained enormous appreciation in the Philippines when it launced this August 2016.

An image of Pikachu, the main character of the series Pokemon where the game Pokemon Go derived its adaptation to an online smartphone game. Source: google.com images

Pikachu is an electric type Pokemon and is considered to be the most iconic Pokemon of all time. For those who followed the Pokemon series, Pikachu has left a significant mark in the lives of its avid fans being the main protagonist of the Pokemon tv series.

Pokemon Go Lure Party at SM City Cebu

With the massive popularity of the game, Cebu has organized events to gather all avid users of the game. The event was dubbed as Pokemon Go Lure Party.

The event sponsored by SM City Cebu took place last August 12, 13, & 14 at SM North Wing Atrium. Some cosplayers dressed up to get a chance to win exciting prizes.

Pokestops were installed where players can catch their favorite Pokemon.

For Pokemon fans, the game Pokemon Go is a way to make new friends." It also bonds us with our childhood and our feelings", says one fan.

Pokemon Go is another milestone game from Nintendo under the company, Niantic, based in Japan.

Rationale of the Game Pokemon Go

The game is truly addicting as players around the world get the opportunity to hunt, catch, and train virtual Pokemon in real world. With the use of Google maps, the locations of Pokemon are revealed and users can also search Pokemon shops or PokeStops. Players will have to travel to physically catch Pokemons which have designated coordinates in their specific location in the real world.

Pokemon Go's release was a huge success with a reported revenue of over $35 million. As of writing the game has already reached 30 million downloads.

Android and iOS users can download the game through Google Play and from the Apple App Store respectively.

Together with the Philippine's launching, the game was also released in other countries like Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Taiwan, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Solomon Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, and Palau.

Some pointers to take note about the game so as not to spoil your enjoyment while playing.

In Cebu, a court judge has reminded persons attending hearings or visiting her sala to avoiding Playing Pokemon Go so as not to disturb the official functions of her office or while conducting hearings. She has warned violators of contempt of court. Ouch, that seems scary to know.

Few important reminders are given to those who play Pokemon Go though:

1. Avoid playing the game while on the road driving or crossing the streets.

2. Make sure to use pedestrian lanes and footbridges for safe crossing on streets.

What players to expect next?

A device called Pokemon GO Plus is on the works. This companion smartwatch device will vibrate and light up in times you get to a location where there is a Pokemon. Through the help of this Pokeball-themed device, Pokemon Go users will find it easy to catch a Pokemon, the main objective of Pokemon Go.

Celebrities, non-celeb & bloggers in for Ironman on Sunday

Celebrities, non-celeb & bloggers in for Ironman on Sunday

One of the biggest events this year in the Queen City of South is the Ironman triathlon dubbed as Cobra Ironman 70.3.

This will be a bigger race as compared to the previous Ironman events because for the first time the Asia Pacific championship will be held in the country. The professional prize is as much as USD 75,000 and offers 30 age-group qualifying spots for next year's world championships.

Triathlets from 45 countries are expected to be in Cebu with nearly 2,900 people registering for the event according to organizers.

The event is slated on August 7, 2016 (Sunday). Famous celebrities in the Philippines are expected to join the event. Athletes from abroad are also confirmed to join this year's Ironman event.

Some roads in Metro Cebu will be closed to ensure the success of the activity. Airport officials are also readied to welcome athletes who are arriving to take part in the sporting event both from domestic and international locations.


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From CNN Philippines, the following roads are expected to close:

Lapu-Lapu City

Punta Engaño Road to Manuel L. Quezon National Highway to the Junction of the Marcelo Fernan Bridge will be closed.

The road from Gold Berry Hotel, Pusok to Sitio Mangal, Punta Engaño will be closed from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m., while the Punta Engaño to Amisa side will reopen at 5 p.m.

On August 6, a junior marathon will be held for kid triathletes. Angasil Road, from Kapitang Tasyo Road to Mangal Punta Engaño, will be closed from 6 to 10 a.m. All side roads leading to the race route will also be closed during the race.

Mandaue City

Ouano Avenue and Plaridel Street will be closed from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Motorists going to Mandaue City and Northern Cebu are advised to take L. Jaena and MC Briones Streets

Those going to Lapu-Lapu City and Mactan Airport may take L. Jaena, MC Briones and UN Avenue, or SB Cabahug and UN Avenue.

Motorists bound for Mandaue City and Cebu may take MC Briones and L. Jaena.

Cebu City

Sergio Osmeña Blvd., from Mahiga Bridge to Legaspi Extension, as well as the underpass going straight to South Road Property, will be totally closed to traffic from 6 a.m. to 12 nn.

Talisay City

Talisay Fish Port Cebu South Coastal Road to Cong. Bacaltos Roas will be closed from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Motorists heading to the Mactan-Cebu International Airport are advised to take Sangi Motumbo Road or Mactan Benito Ebuen Airbase, if available.

All trucks, trailers, tourist buses or motor vehicles with GVW 4500 and above will not be allowed to travel while the race is happening, especially at diversional or alternative routes going to the airport.

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Some of the famous celebrities attending the event are:


Piolo Pascual

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Piolo Pascual
@pjpcom
Official Twitter Account. Instagram: piolo_pascual | https://www.facebook.com/piolo.jose

youtu.be/TYKGY2NrBYY

Photo source: Inigo Pascual's twitter account

Inigo Pascual
@ImPascualInigo
God is the Answer | 18 Years Young | Singer/Songwriter | Dancer | Wassup?

 MANILA ✈️ LOS ANGELES
Instagram.com/iminigopascual
 Joined October 2009

Piolo Pascual just got trending lately due to the photo with son Inigo Pascual. Despite what happened, Papa P is confirmed to join Ironman race. He is in the bike leg based on the initial reports.


Gretchen Fullido

@gretsfullido
#TaraGrets #StarPatrol #TVPatrol @ANCAlerts #Sportstalk #Chismax @DZMMTeleradyo #DogLover #Swimmer #UPFight gretchenfullidogf@gmail.com

In photo: Blogger Amon Rey with Gretchen Fullido

The famous celebrity reporter of ABSCBN network, Gretchen Fullido, will also be showing her sexy figure while joining the event.



Dingdong Dantes

@iamdongdantes
 Manila, Philippines
yespinoy.org

Photo source: @gmanetwork

One of GMA7's top actors, Dingdong Dantes, will be bound to Cebu City for the event. Lucky are the fans if Marian Rivera, the famous actor's wife, will also be in the city to support Dingdong. The on screen loveteam turned real life couple just had their first child.

Matteo Guidicelli

@mateoguidicelli
------- When you're in doubt, flat out! ------ Good, Honest, Hard work.

Instagram.com/mateoguidicelli
 Born on March 26, 1990

Photo source: @mateoguidicelli

Cebuano actor Matteo Guidicelli is also going back home for the event. Sarah Geronimo may be in Cebu for the event, too. In a recent Instagram post of Hayden Kho, Sarah did went to a gym to also prepare for some sporting event.

Kim Atienza

@kuyakim_atienza
tv dude, passion for knowledge, loves Jesus, his wife and kids, triathlete, marathoner. Philippians 4:13 I can only do this through Him who gives me strength

 manila
facebook.com/pages/kuya-kim…

Photo source: @kuyakim_atienza

One of It's Showtime's hosts, Kuya Kim, who is knows to be a sporty guy despite undergoing surgery, is also booked for the triathlon.

Paul Jake Castillo

Paul Jake Castillo
@pauljake1222
Instagram: pauljake_castillo

Image source: twitter.com @pauljake1222

Cebuano actor and businessman Paul Jake Castillo will also be in the event. I saw Paul Jake once practicing in Cebu as he prepared for this Ironman event.



Apl De Ap

@apldeap
~Watch my new music video BE: http://bit.ly/BEMusicVideo  featuring Honey Cocaine & Jessica Reynoso!

 LA
facebook.com/apldeap

Photo source: @apldeap


Filipino-American rapper/singer Apl De Ap will also be joining this year's Cobra Ironman 70.3 triathlon.

Bloggers and Photographers

Bloggers and photographers from all over the country are expected to flock into the event to cover and blog the activities lined up in this year's Cobra Ironman 70.3.

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Boholano blogger, travel writer, and Cebu-based Real Estate Broker/Appraiser Amon Rey, will be exploring the streets of Metro Cebu to have his own capture of this sporting activity.

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Beach in San Remegio

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Boating around the Ship House in Bogo City

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As we prepare for dinner, we just needed to have a boat fetch us from here and tour around the Ship House to enjoy its 360 view.

Finally, the group were extremely happy and excited for the boating experience around the Ship House in Bogo City. The boat just docked for a while at this floating nipa hut. 

Boating is of course a lot of fun with friends.

During the short trip, we had posed several times for an enjoyable and unique groufie experience.

Above, the ship house stands so beautifully under the clear skies.

Upon our arrival at the boat house, we were billeted and served a delicious dinner buffet. Thanks to our friends from here.

The Ship House in Bogo City

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