MANILA – The Department of Tourism (DOT), Department of Transportation (DOTr), and Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Friday launched the second route of Cebu’s Love Bus Libreng Sakay program.

Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco, Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon, and Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman led the ceremonial rollout in Cebu City.

Frasco said the Love Bus Libreng Sakay reflects President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s promise to improve mobility for local and international tourists, noting that the program makes travel more comfortable and accessible while showcasing Cebu’s world-class destinations.

She added that the buses ensure inclusivity for persons with disabilities, senior citizens, women, and children, further uplifting communities and enriching the tourism experience.

The new route runs from AnjoWorld in Minglanilla to SM Seaside Cebu, expanding the initial service launched earlier this year between Parkmall Terminal in Mandaue City and Urgello, Cebu City.

The free bus rides are available daily during peak hours, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The buses are designed to be inclusive and accessible to persons with disabilities, senior citizens, women, and children.

Also present at the launch were DOT Undersecretary Shahlimar Hofer Tamano; DOTr Undersecretaries Mark Pastor, Giovanni Lopez, and Ramon Reyes; DBM Undersecretaries Wilford Wong and Goddes Hope Libiran; LTFRB Executive Director Loumer Bernabe; LTFRB 7 (Central Visayas) Director Eduardo Montealto; and DOT-7 Assistant Regional Director Gelena Asis-Dimpas. (PNA)