Schedule of Events for Kadayawan 2014

 
Restaurants
Mam Bebs
Location: C.M. Recto Street, Davao City
Type: Restaurant, Bakeshop
Hotspot Name (SSID): Mam Bebs Free Wifi
Rate: Free


Fwendz Diner
Location: #20 Metro Avenue, Guerrero Street, Davao City
Type: Restaurant
Hotspot Name (SSID): FWENDZ_DINER_WIFI
Rate: Free


Chowking – Bolton
Location: Bolton Street, Davao City
Type: Restaurant
Hotspot Name (SSID): chowkingbolton
Rate: Free, ask for the password from the counter once your order.

Octane
Location: Villa Abrille Street, Bajada, Davao City
Type: Restaurant, Bar
Hotspot Name (SSID): Octane Wi-Fi
Rate: Free

JTC Times Square
Location: Ilustre Street cor. Gov. Duterte Street, Davao City
Type: Restaurant, Mall, Foodcourt
Hotspot Name (SSID): jtctimessquare
Rate: Free Wifi Access on a Food Court environment

McDonalds – Davao Main
Location: J.P. Laurel Avenue, Davao City
Type: Restaurant
Hotspot Name (SSID): globequest
Rate: Not Free | Php 100.00 / 60min

Coffee Shops and Cafe

Tata Benito’s A Whole Latte Love
Location: World Palace Compound. Acacia St., Juna Subd., Matina, Davao City
Type: Coffee shop
Hotspot Name (SSID): Tata Benito’s
Rate: Free

Fagioli Coffee Club
Location: Damosa (Across Link2Support) , Lanang, Davao City
Type: Coffee shop
Hotspot Name (SSID): fagioli
Rate: Free

Coffee Spot
Location: EC Business Center, C.M. Recto Street, Davao City
Type: Coffee shop
Hotspot Name (SSID): Coffee Spot
Rate: Free

Bo’s Coffee Club – Torres
Location: Corner E. Jacinto Street and F. Torres Street, Davao City
Type: Coffee shop
Hotspot Name (SSID): Bo’s Coffee
Rate: Free

Basti’s Brew – Victoria Plaza
Location: Victoria Plaza, J.P. Laurel Avenue, Davao City
Type: Coffee Shop
Hotspot Name (SSID): bastis_brew
Rate: Free

51 Coffee Shop
Location: Victoria Plaza Compound, J.P. Laurel Avenue, Davao City
Type: Coffee Shop
Hotspot Name (SSID: ....
Rate: Free

Brew Crew’s Coffee House
Location: Juan Luna Street, Davao City
Type: Coffee Shop
Hotspot Name (SSID): Brew_Crew
Rate: Free

Kasagingan
Location: F. Torres Street, Davao City
Type: Coffee Shop
Hotspot Name (SSID): KASAGINGAN HOTSPOT
Rate: Free

Copa Bossa
Location: Quimpo Boulevard, Ecoland, Davao City (Front of SM City Davao)
Type: Coffee Shop | CAfe
Hotspot Name (SSID): copa bossa
Rate: Free


Shopping Malls

Sm Lanang Premier


Sm City Davao
Location: Quimpo Boulevard, Davao City
Type: Shopping Center | Mall
Hotspot Name (SSID): Sm City
Rate: Free

Nccc Mall
Location: McArthur Highway, Ma-a, Davao City
Type: Shopping Center | Mall
Hotspot Name (SSID): NCCC
Rate: Free

Gaisano Mall
Location: J.P Laurel , Davao City
Type: Shopping Center | Mall
Hotspot Name (SSID): ....
Rate: Free - See more at: http://exploredavaocity.blogspot.com/2013/04/wifi-hotspots-around-metro.html#sthash.QbS72DTM.dpuf

 
Tour Designer | Davao City

Design your own tour to save time, just choose the tourist spots that interest you the most.

Sample Tour 4 days / 3 nights
Day 1

12:30 pm: Arrival and rest

3:00 pm: Tour around the city

05:00 pm: Peoples Park

06:00 pm: Dinner at jacks ridge and night out

Day 2

07:00 am: Breakfast

08:30 am: Malagos Philippine Eagle Center | Puentespina Orchid Garden | Turtle Sanctuary

12:00 pm: Lunch at Ahfat

01:00 pm: Japanese Tunnel | Eden natures Park | Crocodile Park | Butterfly Sanctuary

06:00 pm: Dinner

Day 3

07:00 am: Paradise Island Beach Resort

03:00 pm :Souvenir Shopping at Aldevinco | Sm City

06:00 pm: Dinner at lotus court Marco Polo

Day 4

08:00am : Breakfast

12:00nn: Check out of your hotel


Where to Stay

Davao City offers wide array of hotels and inns that fits your budget.

Premium Hotels
Recommended Hotels: Marco Polo Davao | Apo View Hotel | Royal Mandaya Hotel| Insular Waterfront Hotel 

Budget Hotels and Inns

Recommended Hotels: Tower Inn | Manor Hotel | Lispher Inn l Grand Regal| Casa Leticia | Linmarr Hotel | Grand Men Seng Hotel

Getting Around

Metered Airconditioned taxi's are available all over the metro.

Where to eat
Recommended Fine Dining : Lotus Court | La Parilla | Claude’s Le Café de Ville

Recommended Semi Fine Dining : Polo Bistro | Bigbys Cafe and Restaurant | Cafe Mediterranean | Swiss Deli Davao | Ahfat's Seafood Plaza | Bistro Rosario

Things to do

Recommended Attractions: Malagos Philippine Eagle Center | Davao Crocodile Park |Holy Infant Jesus of Prague | Eden Natures Park | Davao Museum | Jacks Ridge | Peoples Park | Samal Island

Extreme Davao and Activites: Scuba Diving | White Water Rafting |Zipline | Wakeboard | Rock Climbing

Recommended Beach spots: Pearl Farm Beach Resort | Paradise Island Beach Resort |Blue jaz Resort and Spa | Hof Gorei | Maxima Aqua Fun | Kalinawan Outdoor | Chemas by the sea | Bali Bali

Shopping

Recommended: Aldevinco | Sm Lanang Premier | Sm City Davao | Nccc Mall | Gaisano Mall |Victoria Plaza | Abreeza

 Davao Crocodile Park

The Davao crocodile Park all started from the fascination of the owner, Mr. Philip Dizon, to Saltwater and Freshwater Crocodiles. He did not think of it as a lucrative business until he learned that crocodiles are raised in United States not just for public viewing but as well as for production of leather purposes. It was in November 1995 when the government has given the ownerthe accreditation and permit to operate the 1st Davao Crocodile Park. 10 years later , on August 18, 2005, the world-class Davao Crocodile Park was opened with the help of the consultant Dr. Gilbert Buenviaje. The Davao Crocodile Park Inc. is owned and operated by a group of businessmen headed by Mr. Sonny Dizon, a resident of Davao City. The Davao Crocodile Park is an establishment that showcases a ‘state of the art’ crocodile farming system in the Philippines. It has the most recent crocodile farm design equipped with modern facilities and equipments. The presence of other exotic animal species like raptors, monkeys, bearcats, snakes, birds, and other reptiles makes it one of the most desired tourist destinations in Davao.

Getting Here: Davao Crocodile Park can be reach only by taxi and private vehicles. A 15-30 min drive from the city and located at Maa diversion road, Davao City.

Davao Museum

 
Located at the Insular Village in Lanang, the Davao Museum is where you can find the rich cultural history of the city preserved in one place. You will see ethnographical and archaeological collections gathered from the Mandaya, Bagobo, Manobo, Mansaka, B’laan and Tiboli tribes. The visit should give you a glimpse of the colorful lumad culture of the city. Davao is home to many cultural tribes. And in spite of progress, they have retained many of their local practices like celebrating the bountiful harvest during the Kadayawan festival (August). Davaoeños are the inhabitants composed of a mixture of tribes and migrants from all over the Philippines and other nearby countries. Some of these tribes include ethnic Bagobo, Mandaya, Manobo, Tiboli, Mansaka and B'laan tribes. Their arts and culture are preserved and restore here at Davao Museum. Davao Museum is about 12 km distance from Davao City center.This museum is also devoted on showing various tribal cultures and other facts about the people of this region. Its main gallery is a depository of tribal art, local costumes, jewelry and handicrafts. There is also a gallery of paintings, sculptures and ceramics. And if you want a souvenir of your tour of the museum, a souvenir shop is located within the vicinity that sells native crafts. Davao Museum is also a private museum that contains archaeological and ethnographical collections relating to Southern Mindanao. Personal memorabilia of first generation pioneers of Davao are also found here.

Getting Here:
Take a taxi and proceed to this address Zonta Bldg., Insular Village Phase I, Lanang Davao City.

 Eden Natures Park
 



A mountain resort 3,000 feet above sea level, Eden Nature Park is 95% man-made! It is a great model of how we can re-create nature and rebuild a lost environment. Discovered sometime in 1971, the resort used to be a logged-over area covered only by a blanket of wild grass. Its potential was, however, readily seen by the owners as the property provided an imposing view of Davao City and the Davao Gulf. Not long after, terraces were carved out of the mountain slope, and thousands of pine tree seedlings were planted. As the pine trees grew, they provided canopies allowing other trees and plants to grow and creating a secondary forest. Today, there are over 100,000 pine trees spread throughout 80 hectares, providing a refreshing backdrop to the various attractions in Eden Nature Park.
Getting Here: Eden Natures Park can be reach only by taxi and private vehicles. Located at Mount Talomo, Toril, Davao City.
Entrance Fees: Adult Php 420.00 or $10.00

Holy Infant Jesus of Prague
 
Located atop Matina Hill, the Shrine of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague is a local mecca for Catholic devotees, as well as being one of Davao City’s most famous landmarks and tourist spots. The structure is unusual in that its chapels are all open-air. During Holy Week, locals re-enact the Stations of the Cross on the hill leading up to the shrine.
Getting Here:
Situated on top of Matina Hill, the attraction can easily be reach either by taxi or private vehicle. A 30 min away from the city proper.
Entrance Fees:
Open to Public
 

Japanese Tunnel










A small entry fee permits tourists to visit the Japanese Tunnel in Davao City, which is famous for having been used by Japanese soldiers during WWII. Life-size models of Japanese soldiers in various poses have been placed at different points along the length of the tunnel.

Getting Here:
Can easily be reach by taxi or private vehicles 30 min away from the city proper.
Entrance Fees: Php 50.00 or $1.25

 
Peoples Park

 
Formerly known as the PTA park which turned into idle ground it now revolutionized into a beautiful family theme park. Opened to public last December 15, 2007 it had become the most visited park in Davao City. The 4 hectares People’s Park is located within the heart of the metropolitan area. Diaphanous sights are the sculptures of the famous Davao artist named “Kublai”. The prevailing sculpture found inside is the Durian Dome where the mini museum of the history Davao City housed. There are many sculptures inside the park addressing the culture, abundance and life of Davao City. There are lots of things to see in the Peoples Park, upon entrance you will be welcomed by a rainbow painted floor and as you roam inside the park your eyes will be amazed by its grand landscaped waterfalls with some light effects, a mini playground, cool gardens, some mini-forests featuring some unique flora from all over the world, and a whole lot more.. Peoples Park is a must see tourist attraction in Davao. Locals go here for its magnificent scenic beauty and relaxing ambiance of its forest concept. Most visitors rush here during night time where lights will play in your eyes. When tummy craves for food there are many restaurants and fast foods nearby to choose from and are all ready to set up for you to satisfy your appetite. To name few there is Taps, Penongs, BBQ Boss and Banoks.


Getting Here:
Peoples Park can be reach either by public, taxi or private vehicles. Located at the heart of Davao City along Legaspi St.  


Philippine Eagle Center


The Center is home to 36 Philippine Eagles, 18 of which are captive-bred. It also houses 10 other species of birds, 4 species of mammals and 2 species of reptiles. Simulating a tropical rain forest environment, the Center offers the visitor a glimpse into the country’s forest ecosystem. Although the exhibits are used primarily to help educate the Filipino people on conservation, the facility is also considered a major tourist attraction in Davao City. In 1992, the world's first captive-bred Philippine eagle was hatched at the Philippine Eagle Research and Nature Center - located in the mountains outside of Davao city. A perfect female this eaglet was the product of 14 years of learning and developing methods of captive propagation of this species. Her arrival produced a large spark of hope in the staff, and indeed all conservationists around the world. The staff promptly named her "Pag-Asa" - meaning "Hope." The second eaglet arrived soon after. Also a female, she was named "Pagka-kaisa"-"Unity" - symbolizing the unity of man and nature.


Getting Here:
The Philippine Eagle Center (PEC) is about an hour drive from the city and can be reached either by private or public transport. Buses going to Calinan depart every 15 minutes from the Annil Terminal located at corner Quirino and San Pedro Extension. Bus fare is at P30. From Calinan, take a pedicab going to the PEC. The ride is about 10 minutes and will cost you P6. Before entering the PEC premises, the Davao City Water District will collect an entrance fee of P5 for adults and P3 for kids. PEC entrance costs P50 for adults and P30 for youth, 18 years old and below. Tour guiding and the use of kiosks are free of charge.

Entrance Fees: P50.00 or $1.00 | Youth (18 years old and below) - P30

 Vikings Sm Davao Lanang

Is the fourth branch of Vikings Luxury Buffet in the Philippines and the first branch outside Metro Manila. The restaurant is located at the fountain court of SM Lanang Premier in the district of Lanang in Davao City. It is currently the biggest buffet restaurant in Davao which can seat 500+ guests serving more than 200 food choices.

Location: Upper Ground Level, Fountain Court, SM Lanang Premier
Contact:  Reservation: 082-285-3888, 082-285-4888
Website: www.vikings.ph
Facebook: www.facebook.com/VikingsLanang
Twitter: @vikingsbuffet
Instagram: @vikingsluxurybuffet

Bigbys Cafe and Restaurant

Bigby’s Cafe and Restaurant boosts itself with its friendly crew and big servings. It serves a wide variety of American and other dishes that aim to make its customers fully satisfied. The ambience is nice as well as the wall decorations. A unique dining experience for a reasonable price.
Location: Metro Lifestyle Center Jacinto Ext. Davao City. Sm City Davao
Contact: (+63)(82) 2210111 Jacinto /2980111 Sm City

Polo Bistro

The allure of Polo Bistro is its casual and relaxed atmosphere. It sits right by the colorful pool at the 4th floor’s newly-renovated open-air area, which they now call "The Deck". There’s a large air-conditioned restaurant, an al fresco dining area, as well as a function room that will be the perfect venue for your next party!.
Location: 4th Flr. Marco Polo Hotel Davao
Contact: (+63)(82) 221-0888

Bangkok Wok

At the recently-opened Robinson’s commercial complex in Bajada, a refreshingly new brand of specialty restaurant has opened its shop doors to Davao’s diners. While Thai cuisine has already been in Davao for many years now, Bangkok Wok presents it in style. Doing away with the traditional Thai images we’ve gotten used to, Bangkok Wok is done up in post-modern, comfortable elegance. Location: Ground floor of Robinson’s Cybergate, J.P. Laurel Ave., Bajada, Davao City.
Contact: (+63)(82) Fax only 2347008

Antonios Bar and Grill

A stylish Bistro for locals and foreigners. Nice ambiance and good food makes this restaurant a haven for food lovers. Following the success of their Sm City Davao Branch, they managed to open another branch located at Metro Lifestyle corner Jacinto ext. and F. Torres St.
Location: Metro Lifestyle Center Jacinto Ext. Davao City | Sm City Davao
Contact: (+63)(82) 225-4394

Tadakuma Japanese Restaurant

A trendy Japanese restaurant located in lanang, Davao City. The interior decoration and ambience makes you feel that your in Japan. They have the best Japanese dumplings along with their Sushi set. They are also known for their Japanese ramen bowls. A must try when your in Davao City.
Location: Damosa Business Center, Mamay Rd., Lanang, Davao City
Contact: (+63)(82)234-8813

Hanoi Vietnamese Cuisine

The ambiance at the store of Hanoi Vietnamese Cuisine is very inviting and relaxing. This is a good place to visit when people want to bond with their friends and loved ones. The utensils that customers use when they dine at this restaurant are made from high quality materials. In addition, the employees of this dining place make sure that the store is always clean and organized. Stores of Hanoi Vietnamese Cuisine in Davao City have fine and smooth tables. To provide comfort to their customers, the stores have couches where people can relax while eating sumptuous Vietnamese dishes.

Location: J. Camus Street, Davao City and Damosa Gateway in Lanang, Davao City.
Contact: (+63)(82) 225-450 J Camus | 235-0501 DamosaSagay Casa Leticia

Delight your palate at Sagay Restaurant, home of fine “Ilonggo” and international cuisine. Located at the Casa Leticia lobby, you can enjoy sumptuous meals at Sagay, or conduct business meetings over coffee and via their free wireless Internet service.
Location: Casa Leticia J Camus St., Davao City
Contact: (+63)(82) 221-3585

Jacks Ridge Resort and Restaurant

Jack's Ridge was built to offer a completely new experience to dinners, and more development are under way to make it the premier dining resort in Davao City. The land on which Jack's Ridge now stand once formed part of the headquarter of the retreating Japanese forces towards the end of the World War II. The Americans had landed in Davao on May 1, 1945, forcing the Japanese to beat a path to Matina Hills where they had a commanding view of the Davao Gulf where the American ships were anchored. Fierce fighting soon erupted between the two forces, and as history shown us, the Japanese lost.
Location: Shrine hills Matina, Davao City
Contact: (+63)(82)2978830


Bistro Rosario

Serves a variety of food including Filipino, European and Continental dishes. Their main specialty are steaks of different kinds, to be cooked to your specification. Pastries, cakes and desserts are also available in their bakery, and are very delicious and often out of stock by afternoon due to high demand. Sandwiches, pasta and other snacks are also served up to 6pm. The prices are quite high for locals but not for dollar earners and servings are big. Service is excellent and food are served within 30 minutes after ordering. 
Location: Along F. Torres St., Davao City.
 
Delongtes Barbecue and Ihaw Ihaw

Delongtes, a slang short for The Long Taste has been silently competing and quickly gaining customer patronage and loyalty against the more established barbecue and grill restaurant. in Davao city. Delongtes offer a wide variety of time tested family recipes that promises to deliver the best tasting food in a clean environment at a fair price.
Location: Ecoland drive, Davao City
Contact: (+63)(82) 2993294

Harana Restaurant
The restaurant serves tasty Filipino dishes.One of their best sellers is the grilled chicken barbecue and needless to say Harana specializes in grilled food like grilled tuna and squid which is cooked tender. They also serve the delicacy known as Kinilaw na Malasugi which is fish with vinegar and vegetables,Calamari, fried knuckles of pork Kare-kare which is peanut butter stew and that dish with the heart of the bananas cooked with coco milk. They also serve other asian dishes like Mongolian spare ribs. Their specialty is the "Kinilaw",The kinilaw moment is that instant when the raw fish (or other seafood, or meat) meets the vinegar or other souring agent, and transformation begins from the raw state.
Location: Along F. Torres St., Davao City
Contact: (+63)(82)2254054Dencias Restaurant

Davao Dencia’s Restaurant

Davao Dencia’s Restaurant has long been one of the favorite places to dine in when you want classic Davao-Chinese cuisine. They are known for their tokwa’t baboy, congee, fresh lumpia and pancit canton. One of the best chinese cuisine in town. Location: General Luna Street, Davao City
Contact: (+63)(82) 227 6777