ASTURIAS, a town in northwest Cebu, has been welcoming visitors since the past years, but since April 19, 2024 when its dive spot was launched, guests have been staying longer in town, an official said.A total of 27 individuals since first week of May 2024 have booked for their diving activities, according to Municipal Environment and Natural Resources officer Joann Juliane Rosario in an interview on Monday, May 27, 2024.
So, we are giving them reasons to stay,” added Adolfo, stressing that the diving activities have made it happen.“Yes, dako kaayo ni og tabang jud ....income wise, ang accommodation is becoming okay,” he said.The local government unit of Asturias has partnered with a local diving school from Mactan who helped them from the planning to the launching and operation of the dive spot.The same dive center trained the local guides and dive masters.