DirectRooms.com - The Sayawan Festival Returns to Cebu on 25 July 2010

Online, June 9, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Although this festival takes over the whole city, much of the celebrations will be held in Cordova. This famous festival is held in honour of St James the Apostle, and both locals and visitors take part in the large street dancing events and food gatherings held across the town.

Of course, Cebu is famous for its vast range of festivals that are held throughout the year. Also held in Cordova, just 11 days later, is the Dinagat Festival, which celebrates the town's fishing heritage. Taking a break in the Philippines at this time of year will give you a great opportunity to experience the country's unique culture.

Visitors to the Sayawan Festival can also explore the rich history of Cordova. Named after the Cordoba province in Spain, it is located in one of the more picturesque and serene corners of the Mactan Island.

If you are looking for a hotel in Cebu around the time of the Sayawan Festival, you may well find that accommodation will be in high demand. Hotels close to Cordova are expected to fill up quickly, but as this is such a popular destination for tourists and holidaymakers, there is an excellent range of choices in Cebu that are certain to appeal to all tastes. Special deals for hotels in Cebu are also easy to come by.