Mactan-Cebu
International Airport (MCIA) formerly known as Mactan Air Base, is located in
Central Visayas region, specifically in Lapu-Lapu City on Mactan Island with an area of approximately 800 hectares. The
airport was built by the US in 1956 which served as an emergency airport.
It
was on November 12, 2013 when the world’s biggest aircraft, Antonov An-225
Mriya, landed on MCIA all the way from Zagreb International Airport in Croatia
for the first time in the country. The aircraft delivered a 180-ton of transformer
from the Croatian energy company, Koncar as a replacement to the First Gen
Corporation’s power plant, located in Batangas City.
The
Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) awarded the operations and
maintenance of MCIA to one of the consortiums based here in the Philippines for
a bid amounting to 17.5 billion pesos. The project covers the renovation and rehabilitation
of terminal 1 as the 1st phase, and expansion of the existing
runway. It is expected to be complete by 2018.
A
part of this project, is the improvement of system and service including
the electronic boarding pass scanner, both for domestic and international
flights seen at the arrival area of the airport after checking-in, easy-to-follow
markers and information board with neon yellow fonts, flat screen monitors
showing real-time information to track flight arrivals and plane finder in each
gate, plenty push carts, great selections of establishments to dine and shop,
and very cold ventilation in any parts of the airport that you’ll have to wear
your jacket. In addition, the management maintains the entire place to be as
clean as possible by its hard-working utility employees.
Boarding pass scanning system
Bar-coaded boarding pass (BCBP)
Gate 8
Cebu Pacific is one of the airlines usually seen in MCIA
The ongoing expansion project of the airport
The
following establishments available at the boarding area are classified to food
and drinks, gift and souvenirs, and health and beauty.
Food & Drinks
1.
Italian Bistro & Bar – La Bella Express
The store sells Italian sandwiches such as Genova, Panino Milano, Panino Capri, Buongiorno, ham and cheese croissant and some chocolate cookies.
Price per serving:
Genova (chicken breast with pesto sauce and lettuce) - P 200
Panino Milano - P 250
Panino Capri - P 300
Buongiorno (scrambled egg sandwich with bacon) - P175
Ham and cheese croissant - P 150
Double chocolate chip cookies - P 50
Chocolate chip cookies - P 50
2.
Top ‘n Doc
They usually sell hotdog sandwiches and the usual softdrinks.
3.
Grilled Pita
4.
Tsim Sha Tsui – Dimsum & Tea Bar
The store's main products are various kinds of dimsum and tea flavors. The price ranges from P 120 - P 170 per meal.
5.
Zubochon
Zubochon is known for its succulent roasted pig, locally known as 'lechon.' Most meals are in combo, ranging from P 180 to P 220 per meal including one serving of steamed rice and a glass of drinks.
Meal Price:
Roasted chicken mami (noodles) - P 180
Lechon mami (noodles) - P 180
Roasted chicken sotanghon (noodles) - P180
Eye pork fried rice - P 180
Bangus (milk fish) sisig with rice - P 240
Lechon sisig - P 190
Lechon paksiw with rice and drinks - P200
Boneless lechon with rice and drinks - P 220
Roasted chicken with rice and drinks - P 150
6.
Dunkin Donuts
Donuts and drinks sold in regular stores are also available in this branch.
7.
Jollibee
Most meals in budget or ala carte are available in this store.
8.
Tubo Cane Juice
Tubo means sugar cane, so what do you expect. Sugar cane juice is available in various flavors.
9.
Bo’s Coffee
Different kinds of coffee-based beverages are available in Bo's. Mostly can be served in hot, blended, or over ice, so if you want something refreshing and will make you awake in a very early flight, drinks here are perfect for you. The store uses locally-produced coffee beans.
10.
Cinnabon
For those who are not familiar with Cinnabon, this store usually sells hand-made cinnamon in different flavors. If you want something sweet as your pasalubong or present to your loved ones, a box of this delight is perfect for them.
11. Candy Corner
Well, having Candy Corner at the airport is a very nice idea. A lot of travelers these days go with their kids, and this will give you a great selection of candies including gummies, chewing gums, mallows, and many more.
Gift & Souvenir Stores
1.
The Cocoa Trees
This store sells famous international brands of chocolates and candies such as
Kinder, M&M, Cadbary, Toblerone, Kisses, Hawaiian Host, Kit Kat, Chupa
Chups, Haribo, Valrhona, and Zaini, and many more.
2.
Island Souvenirs
Island Souvenirs is known for the authentic designs seen on its shirts, ref magnet, mugs, keychain, bag tag, cap, shorts,
tanktop, and shoulder bags. Dried mangos are also available.
3.
District Fiesta
This store has locally made products like necklace made up of hand-painted
wooden beads, hats made of abaca, necklace made of shells and wooden beads, and
some goodies such as dried mango, otap, and mangorind.
4.
WHSmith
It sells digital accessories from earphones, to cellphone covers,
chargers, and so on. They also have souvenirs such as U-shaped sleeping pillows
from adult to kid's size, different colors and designs of scarf, shoulder bags. Also, they have potato chips, chocolate in different brands, softdrinks, and
mineral water.
5.
Watch ‘N See
This store sell sunglasses and reading glasses, and watches in various brands
6.
Bench Depot-
It is one of the famous local brands with many branches all over the Philippines and some parts of Asia. They sell apparel, accessories, and
cosmetic products.
Health & Beauty
1.
Victoria’s Secret
The store mainly sells lotion, body wash,
perfume, and other cosmetic products by Victoria's Secret and other known international brands.
2. Stress Away Massage
If you may have arrived earlier and much time to spend at the airport or your flight has been delayed, this area of relaxation is perfect for you. You'll go home refreshed and relaxed.
