Right of the heart of the Visayas, Cebu was the first Spanish settlement in the Philippines, known for its iconic heritage spots, white, sandy, beaches and incredible diving.

Long and narrow, measuring just 300km from top to bottom and a maximum of 40km wide, Cebu boasts the Philippines’ second largest city, Cebu City, a busy, progressive trading port.

However, the big draws for most tourists are the beaches of Moalboal and the close by islands of Bantayan and Malapascua.As well as diving, top activities in Cebu include canyoning and kayaking.

Flights to Cebu from Australia

Cheap flights to Cebu are available from Globehunters with just one stop from Sydney (stopping in Manila), Brisbane (stopping in Singapore) and Adelaide (stopping in Singapore).