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Pro
Money goes very, very far....if you can get here, you can`t spend enough money.
Con
An extremely large city area-wise--you'll need wheels
In a nutshell
"The best Mindanao has to offer"
Beach Resort from Downtown Davao an Hour Away
sanggano Says: Located in the Island Garden City of Samal, which is part of Davao del Norte. Paradise Beach Resort can be reached in 45 minutes from downtown Davao City, and the boat crossing takes only 10 minutes.This is the SM (the mid-range, value-for-money mall chain) of beach resorts....
Come to Paradise Island Park and Beach Resort
nixca316 Says: Paradise IslandTariffPremier Room- PhP 3,200with TV, Air Con, hot and cold bathDeluxe- PhP 2,900with TV, Air Con, toilet and bathStandard Room-PhP 2,300with ceiling fan, toilet and bathFamily Romm PhP 600/pax4 rooms, air con, toilet and bathCapacity:20 minimum, 40...
machomikemd Says: Strolling around the huge complex requires you to be physically fit since this is a mountain park with mountain trails located along the 80 hectare area of the complex and among the amenities here at Eden Nature park include the GUIDED SHUTTLE TOUR which costs 80 pesos per...
machomikemd Says: one of the Big Parks in davao city, located in the Mount Apo Mountain Rangeslocated at an elevation of 2630 feet above sea level in the Mount Apo Mountain Range and the park was formerly a denuded area due to illegal logging but was tranfsformed into a mountain and nature...
Malagos Garden Resort (butterfly farm)
machomikemd Says: the butterly farm of the sprawling Malagos Garden Resort and for me is the second best wonderful attraction in the Malagos Garden Resort. In the small butterfly sanctuary where there are lots of enclosed mini aviaries connected by walkways, you will see lots of local...
machomikemd Says: the other views of Malagos Garden Resort.The Malagos Resort is a 12 hectaure mini park paradise with various activities there like bird feeding, koi feeding, butterfly release and more and after a strenous activity in tropical heat, what a better way to refresh and recharge...
Malagos Garden & Resort (Bird Feeding and Aviary)
machomikemd Says: the big aviary and bird feeding area of Malagos Garden Resort and for me is the star attraction of the Eco-Tourism Park. The Malagos Garden Resort is a 50 minute drive from downtown and is a 15 hectare nature park with lots of activities (see my separate shopping and...
5 Reviews and 125 Opinions The hotel has seen better days and its cost-cutting measures were obvious – from the rough toilet...
Cecil's Bakeshop: My favorite (40 year old) snack bar
sanggano Says: Cecil's Bakeshop is the old kid on the block - it has been around for 40 years and has maintained a loyal customer base. Other than the durian pie, its menu is not exotic.It is true to its food and does not cheat on the ingredients. There is a consistent quality - whether it...
Papa Ching's: No Frills Fried Chicken
sanggano Says: Papa Ching’s is a takeoff from Molave restaurant, which was famous for its greaseless fried chicken. Not surprisingly, Papa Ching’s specialty is - crispy fried spring chicken (P350 for one whole 800-grams chicken; P175 for one-half). Located at Camus Street, approximately...
Ah Fat Restaurant: Seafood (other than grilled)
sanggano Says: A 12-person lauriat will cost approximately P6,500. If stuffing yourself silly is not your style, order ala carte (garlic crabs, salt and pepper ribs are recommended). Budget around P350 to 400 per person for a 5-course dinner (hot sour soup, tanguigue kinilaw, garlic crabs,...
Claude's: Fine Dining in Davao
sanggano Says: Claude's serves European cuisine in an ancestral home in downtown Rizal Street (parallel to San Pedro Street). Dishes cost from P350 to P1300. You can dine at the second floor or al fresco. I checked out the menu but did not dine.
Ella Eting Native Chicken BBQ: Best Native Chicken Barbecue and Lechon in Town!
cienamae Says: They serve Native chicken Barbecue, pork barbecue, grilled seafood. kinilaw (raw fish in vinegar dressing), soup. The place has no airconditioning but is clean. Food is only cooked upon ordering. They serve the best Native Chicken Barbecue in Town. Be sure to ask for the...
Matina Town Square: A Variety of Activities and Good Food
nixca316 Says: This place is a special place because it is a fun place to go to with family and friends. There's live music every night and only the best perform here.It is known as "Davao's premier food, entertainment, arts and cultural landmark!" and the Davaoeños and tourists alike...
sanggano Says: There are two ways of getting to Samal Island by land transport.You can hire a motor vehicle and take the roro (short for roll-on, roll-off barge) at the wharf in Sasa. The fare for the crossing to the Holiday wharf in Babak town, Samal Island is P270 for the van/car...
Aldevinco Shopping Center: Locally made goods
sanggano Says: Aldevinco houses tiny shops selling native handicraft, garments, fancy jewelry and collector’s items (antique brassware, indigenous musical instruments, etc.). The garments are mostly made from Indonesian or Thai cloth, but native fabric (like the T’nalak of the T’boli) are...
machomikemd Says: again Davao city has it's version of the durian ice cream like the other south east asian nations of Malaysia or Singapore or Thailand and Indonesia. The Durian Ice Cream in davao is pretty standard durian flavor (they have other fruit mixes to the durian ice cream in...
machomikemd Says: the sweet and yummy mangosteen candies which are derived from the mangosteen fruit. the mangosteen fruit is a tropical fruit endemic in south east asia and has a hard shell but a soft and fleshy interior and a hard seed too. It is a sweet fruits and also is a favorite in...
gerum Says: For those who are seeking for a quite beach resort with a refreshing atmosphere, spend a day at Isla reta . It is a place where one could simply relax under the talisay trees and enjoy the beach and nature as a whole. For more information, you may refer to the link...
sanggano Says: Davao City has 2 private 18-hole courses and a public 9-hole course.Apo Golf Club is a storied course which was developed in 1965. It is located in Bago, approximately 13 kilometers south from the Davao City Hall. At 7,000 yards from the back tees, the course is very...
sanggano Says: other activities in Davao - Philippine Eagle Center (monkey eating eagle) about 1 hour 15 minutes from downtown;- Crocodile Park and Butterfly House (Diversion Road);- whitewater rafting (make arrangements with Adventure Exchange at the Dizon Farms outlet along Rizal Street...
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