For around six years I lived in Davao city on the Island of Mindanao here in the Philippines. The Island has a bad reputation of fighting between government forces and the Islamic militants. However living in Davao City is easiest one of the safest place sin the whole of the Philippines. The mayor … [Read more...]
Davao a Vacation Spot
The simplest way to get around is by hopping on a taxi. A typical trip can cost about 70-95 pesos or approximately 2 U.S. dollars. Unlike Manila, drivers in Davao do not normally bargain if they notice that you are a tourist, hence the cost of the trip is the same in price as a regular. Davao Taxi … [Read more...]
Samal Island in Davao City
It was called the Island Garden City of Samal. It is an Island located 2 kilometeres away from Davao City. The mode of transportation to reach the island is available via a barge/ferry service or passenger boats along the Sasa Wharf. It is a perfect place to unwind if you want to experience peace … [Read more...]
Malaybalay City, the South Summer Home of Hospitality
Malaybalay is the provincial capital of Bukidnon located on the island of Mindanao. The cool summer retreat is a haven for vacationers who seek out those cool spots to relax the days and evenings away in a quaint little city. Malaybalay city is penned as “The South Summer Home of the Philippines” … [Read more...]
“The Crown City of the South”: Koronadal City
Koronadal City is known as “The Crown City of the South”. Often referred to as Marbel City the regions of Koronadal are a stunning world of nature and beauty that is everlasting. Koronadal City is 21 kilometers from General Santos City (Gensan) and 170 kilometers from Davao City. Resting between the … [Read more...]
The Historically Rich Butuan City of Mindanao Island
The stunning beauty of historical Butuan City is located 315 kilometers north of Davao City and 195 kilometers east of the 'Sister Cities' of Cagayan de Oro. Accessible by land, sea and air, the city retains its own airport with flights to and from Manila, Cebu and other destinations. Often referred … [Read more...]
Mati City, A Little Piece of Heaven
Mati city is located in Davao Oriental on the eastern coast of Mindanao. This stunning little gem of a city is in its prime stages of becoming a great tourist destination. The closest airport is in Davao City. If taking a bus from Davao the trip will take just over 3 hours. An airport is located in … [Read more...]
Governor Generoso and the Island of Sigaboy
The region of Governor Generoso is located on the peninsula of Davao Oriental on the island of Mindanao. Overlooking the Davao Bay the land mass has many beautiful photo opportunities throughout. A bus trip to the area takes approximately 2 1/2 hours from Davao City which is the nearest airport. … [Read more...]
Bislig City and the White Sand Island of Hagonoy
Bislig is a city located on the island of Mindanao. Positioned just over 200 kilometers north of Davao City and directly south of the stunning Surigao provinces, this pristine little city sits on the edge of the Pacific Ocean. The barangay of Mangagoy is its claim to fame and this bustling little … [Read more...]
Island Garden City of Samal- The Beauty Never Ends
The Island Garden City of Samal is a vacationer's paradise. Samal Island, as many locals call it, is only accessible via ferry from the mainland. Fly into Davao International Airport and get a taxi to the ferry. Private crafts, water taxis and barge ferry's which carry automobiles can be taken from … [Read more...]