Kadayawan Festival in Davao City, Philippines
Kadayawan Festival is one of the most popular festivals in the Philippines. The festival is a gathering of the indigenous people and residents of Davao as they celebrate a bountiful harvest. Kadayawan is a month-long celebration marked by agri-trade fairs, street markets, food festivals, parades and various competitions. Experiencing Kadayawan is experiencing the true Dabawenyo spirit. […]
Where to Find the Best Durian in Davao City
I’ve always said that the best time to go to Davao City is in August. For one thing, the city holds the the world-famous Kadayawan Festival is held mid-month. And there are activities and events happening all month long. Plus it is also the best time to try out durian in Davao City. And it’s […]
Vista View Resto: Best View of Davao City
There are plenty of restaurants in Davao City but not a lot that offer an astounding view of the cityscape. With a bird’s eye view of the Davao, Vista View Resto is undoubtedly one of the city’s must-try restaurants. Vista View Resto sits on a hill overlooking the Maharlika Highway and downtown Davao City. On […]
Davao City Peoples Park: An Oasis in the Concrete Jungle
Davao City is huge metropolis. When the heat of the concrete jungle gets too much for comfort, it’s good to know that there’s a sanctuary in the middle of the city. Aside from the air-conditioned comfort of malls and restaurants, Davao City has Peoples Park to provide a space to breathe without having to spend […]
Lachi’s Sans Rival: A Restaurant Without Rival
I think a lot of us will agree that nothing beats a home-cooked meal. There’s something about food prepared at home that makes it more flavorful and appealing. Lachi’s Sans Rival ATBP, or simply Lachi’s is a home-style restaurant in Davao that serves some of the most popular plates in the city. Where to Find […]
BluGre Coffee: Davao’s Original Cafe
When someone mentions Davao City, the mind immediately zeroes in on the famous durian. The fruit’s pungent odor and surprisingly tasty meat is extremely popular among locals and has become one the city’s symbols. Dabawenyos consume durian like it’s the most natural thing to eat but because of its notorious smell, visitors are hesitant to […]
Eden Nature Park Day Tour
Davao City promises its visitors an “islands to highlands” experience. Last week we took you to Paradise Island Park and Beach Resort as part of the “islands” part of the adventure. This week experienced the Eden Nature Park Day Tour to bring you a bit of the “highlands” part of the Davao City promise. Eden […]
Wildlife Encounters at the Davao Crocodile Park
Seeing crocodiles is nothing new to me. I’ve grown up joining educational tours that took us to different zoos and nature parks in Davao City. Now that I’m all grown up and have a little girl of my own, I wanted to give her the same experience. Going to Davao Crocodile Park is one of the […]
Vista Restaurant: Healthy Dining in the Highlands
With all the hype about organic food these days, one can only imagine how many people have taken to planting their own gardens of herbs, vegetables, and maybe even fruits. Organic sections have become one of the most-visited parts of a supermarket. Organic is clearly THE BIG TREND in food and nutrition today. But did […]
Eden Nature Park: A Gorgeous Mountain Hideaway
Davao City is known for a lot of things: its clean, peaceful streets, honest cab drivers, exotic fruits and affordable cost of living. This city sitting at the foot of the majestic Mt. Apo offers a lot to the curious and adventurous but it also does not run short of attractions for those looking for […]