CEBU, Philippines - The thriving tourism industry in the country and in Cebu in particular, has not only benefited a lot of sectors but has also given birth to new business prospects, one of which is the “Albert’s House with Car” business.
Cebuano entrepreneur Alberto Francisco came up with a new kind of accommodation service that provides homey comfort to guests at the same time providing them with their own transportation service while in the city.
Francisco started the business four months ago and has since then enjoyed a positive response from clients.
He said that the idea came about as he thought that while some big hotels provide their guests with a shuttle service, small hotels where budget conscious travelers often stay do not offer transportation service, which would often prompt guests to take the taxi or public utility vehicles in going around the city.
Francisco said renting a place at the same time spending so much on transportation could be such a burden for visitors, thus the birth of his business.
For P4,800, the package already includes the rental of a two-bedroom unit house plus a car and a driver. This is good for four people, plus a P500 charge for every additional head.
Also available is the three-bedroom unit house that can accommodate a maximum of six persons at a rate of only P5,600 per day.
He said that this is much more cheaper than paying for hotel accommodations and also putting aside money for taxi fares which is far more expensive considering the flag down rate of P30 compared to the available car which the customer would just have to pay P10 for every kilometer. A Toyota Avanza is used for all the packages.
The houses are fully furnished with appliances like television, refrigerator, air conditioning units, rice cooker, among others.
He said that the tourists would only need to buy their own grocery if they wish to dine in rather than dine out which again could help them save more.
The houses are found inside high-end subdivisions like Corona del Mar in Talisay City, Nicol’s Park in Barangay Guadalupe, Cebu City and even in Grand Europa in Cagayan de Oro City. This, according to Francisco ensures the safety of the things of their clients while they are out touring.
Francisco said that his business has been picking up since he started and he is optimistic of more tourists to avail of the service in the coming months.
Aside from Cebu City , Cagayan and even Davao City, Francisco said that he will soon expand in Camiguin Island , Camotes, Palawan and the rest of the provinces.
Source: The Freeman Cebu
