Davao Pearl Farm Resort

I just found out that I was not able to publish this post! It's been sleeping in my draft folder! I didn't realize that I forgot to finish my review. It's been two years now!I went to the popular beach in Davao with a kind woman.She has chosen me to be with her on that day.I thank her for doing it. She knows I love swimming.

Pearl Farm Beach Resort in Davao is one of the nicest and coolest beaches I've ever been.The one in Panglao Island is also great! It can take your breath away and I'm proud that in Mindanao we have this fantastic place where you can spend a day with your love ones.Pearl Farm is not crowded.They control the number of people visiting the resort daily.The food is decent.Moreover, you can do different aqua sports! We wanted to try jet skiing but there was no more available for us. We tried banana boat ride instead.

Malipano Island is still a part of Pearl Farm. It's truly magnificent. The water is so clear and inviting! The stunning view of the area made me forget my worries in life.

For newlyweds, it's definitely a marvelous place to go on a honeymoon!

Don't leave Davao without experiencing the joy to be there. Grab the chance to have a tranquil setting. Savor the calmness and quietness it gives you while filling your eyes with natural beauty. I feel like a child when I was there and whole body massage completed our breathtaking experience!

Haven in Kaputian

The day after we arrived in Davao from Cebu, my family is invited to go to Samal Island.It's my uncle's birthday. They live in Kaputian,Island Garden City of Samal.It was a blissful feeling to be in a new beach resort. It's been a long time since I last visited my uncle's house.

Never did I expect that Kaputian has another white beach that fills our day with fun!I have visited some places or islands in IGACOS but I never heard of this place from friends! Summer time is at hand. It's school break. The people in Davao will surely like to be here. Residents say there's a troop of monkeys if you walk around the little forest.We had no time to check it out because the clouds suddenly turned dark and we had to leave. The sun is so bright and the surrounding is so warm. I actually don't have plans of getting myself wet because I didn't bring my swimming attire. I thought we'll be staying in for the entire day. I was indeed surprised to see this place!

We make a way to get into the water though. There are no other people. The place looks so remote and the road is so rough! People from the city might find it difficult to travel but it's all worth it!

Cebu City

I had the chance to see the Queen City of the South for the second time around. I visited Cebu in 2007 and I am happy to be there again. I was with a group of people but this time I accompanied my aunt who needs to check a land property. We stayed in Lapu Lapu City. It's situated in Mactan Island where the airport is. So, we've been to Mactan Shrine where Lapu Lapu's monument stands.He is the first Filipino hero who killed Magellan, a Portuguese explorer. Lapu Lapu is the first Filipino native who defended our freedom against the foreign  invaders.

Mactan Shrine

You need to cross Marcelo Fernan bridge or the other bridge to reach Mandaue and Cebu City. Looking around and seeing the number of establishments I would say that Cebu is better than my city when it comes to business prosperity. I always see foreigners everywhere we go. Most of them are Taiwanese, Chinese and Korean nationals. A worker from Fort San Pedro was very kind to be with us all the time to  take us some pictures.

Fort San Pedro

I have seen Cebu Cathedral. History tells that the Spaniards has brought Christianity in the Philippines. They have influenced our people in what we believe now.My aunt is Roman Catholic so I stayed inside and attended the mass with her.In Mindanao, the Spaniards had a hard time in reaching their goal. Although they have successfully converted some of us to Christians, there's still a large number of Muslims in the southern part of the country.

Cebu Cathedral

I looked closely at Magellan's Cross which signifies their arrivals in Cebu.It is housed in a chapel fronting Cebu City Hall.The paintings on the ceiling and on the walls will help you understand the events that took place in the past.

Magellan's Cross

We have a look at the luxurious Shangri- La Hotel and enter Cebu Waterfront Hotel and Casino where I saw Anabel Rama, a Filipina actress and  talent manager. It was holiday when we arrived since the people in Cebu remember the legacy of Don Vicente Rama. He is the Father of Cebu City Charter. Don Vicente is a journalist who become a congressman, mayor and senator.We also dine and walk around Cebu's Business Park which is commonly called as the I.T park of the city. Of course we didn't miss Sto. Nino Basilica.

Basilica del Santo Nino

Aunt Joji is very accommodating.I enjoyed my week-long stay in their house. I sleep comfortably and their bathroom is clean.I met my mom's old friend whom she met in Germany.I actually planned to meet some relatives and friends while I was there but I hadn't had enough time.We also visited Taoist Temple and had a nice view of the city.

Taoist Temple

Cebu is known for guitar factories. You would love to buy native products they offer. You shouldn't leave the city without their dried mangoes and dried fish! There are also beautiful beaches like in Bantayan Island and resorts like the Plantation Bay.I enjoy sight-seeing and being in  different places makes me feel good. I always love traveling and I'd still want to see more!

Happy Walk 2012

Every year the children with down syndrome come together to engage themselves in an annual parade called Happy Walk. It happens in accordance to National Syndrome Consciousness Month. This outdoor activity welcomes different organizations like Boy and Girl Scouts of the Philippines that support DSAPI which is also a way of showing to people that these children exist and to remind us that they're part in our society. 

angels on the road

The parade starts in Freedom Park and ends in People's Park. There is a short program and dance presentation from the kids. Free soup is also provided.

with former Davao City Councilor Leo 'Happy L.A' Avila III

 The participating schools are the following:

• Lamb of God Sped Academy-Buhangin
• San Pedro College
• University of Southeastern Philippines
• Brokenshire College
• University of Mindanao
• Davao Doctors College

she's good to go

The City Social Services and Development Office (CSSDO) and Association of Differently -Abled Persons (ADAP) support the activity as well by having their presence with us. 

Kamp Pagasa Volunteers

Right after the parade, my fellow volunteers and I had our meeting for the summer camp intended for these children. The staff has been discussing important things since the camp will be in April.

Series of Robbery and Murder in Davao

The security and safety of Davao City is currently questioned by my fellow constituents due to the robbery and killings that is currently happening. We are all alarmed with the sudden death of six women in a week! It's very shocking to know that the peaceful Davao is attacked by terrorists! Davao is known to be one of the most livable city in the country but as of now, we are afraid to walk alone in the streets of Davao even in the broad daylight. The death of the victims has warned us to be more careful.

We celebrate the birth of Davao on the 16th of March and it's not a good sign to begin the celebration. It gives us worries. How can we enjoy it if we don't know who's the victim and where in Davao it will happen?

With the incidents going on right now, some Dabawenyos call for the attention of DDS. There's no certainty that it exists though. Nobody distinctively claimed that he is the one who created it. Davao Death Squad as I heard punishes the violators of the law that allows summary execution. I can't point a certain person responsible for the death of the suspects. I am aware that our vice mayor Rodrigo Duterte is very vocal in making the public know that he doesn't want the presence of robbers, drug pushers, bombers, and other perpetrators of crimes in the city but is his statement below will confirm the rumors? I'm not drawing any conclusion here so the idea now depends on every individual.

My sincere condolences to the family of the victims. The victims were all women and it gives us terror. It hinders us from going out with confidence.Having this thing in Davao is like a nightmare. I'm not used to living in this kind of place that puts our life at stake when outside home. I want the old Davao back. A simple yet safe city that promises good life to the residence of Davao.

"We will not tolerate crimes, rest assured that the City Government and the Davao City Police Office are working on it." -Mayor Sara Duterte

To the people of Davao, be watchful. Be extra careful. Be aware of the announcement and pay attention to the current news. Let your family and friends know about it and pray for our city.