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Are you an adventurous traveler? Would you like to experience the life of the locals in Davao? Do you want to see the different faces of the city? Are you excited to explore the city in it's unusual ways?

If you want to experience real adventure, experience it now by requesting for our tempting deals. We know no rate so worry not on our service fee. All we want is for us to show you the genuine hospitality of the city. Learning is our motivation. We can even tour you around the city for free, contact us now at hrmdsl@yahoo.com.ph

Please give us enough time to plan for your trip in Davao. E-mail us in advance.

(I'm posting this on my site getting the right motivation from my own experiences as a lover of all the places in Davao.  I saw a tour guide today who was so uncomfortable of what she was doing. I want to send off happy travelers from their trip in Davao.)

Davao Night Beauty

You will never go wrong whenever you visit Davao. The peaceful night is yours to enjoy and celebrate.

Five Things You Should Never Miss in Davao

Six years ago before finally staying in Davao, I have asked myself about the five most rewarding things I should experience in Davao. Now I'm listing them to help you enjoy your travel in this wonderful city. If you are that adventurous, try to create your own list. I'm sure it's an experience worth remembering.

1.Getting Exotic -  Trying the King of Philippine Fruits : Durian

Your travel in Davao is never complete without smelling your shoes- the smell of durian. It smells like hell but tastes like heaven. Durian is just one of the many fruits that are abundant in the city. Mangosteen, Lanzones, Marang and Pomelo are just so irresistible like any other fruits in the City. Pick some fresh durian now and pair it with a can of cola.  Make sure to limit your serving :-)

2. Experiencing the Perfect Beaches of Samal

A place like no other. Samal is another place you should see whenever you visit Davao. It showcases it's promising pink sand beaches, blue-green seawater and most of all affordable fun and adventure.

3. Walking within People's Park

It's the newest landmark in the city. A very well maintained park which is open to public. Whenever you feel tired or exhausted this is one place you should see in Davao. It's perfect for any reason, People's Park- It's everyone's park.

4. Witnessing the Kadayawan Festival

When you get the chance to visit Davao in August, make sure it's close to Kadayawan Festival. The festival showcases not only the local produce but the abundance of culture, talents and harmony of its people.

5. Encounter with the King of Philippine Jungle: The Philippine Eagle

Not all Davaoeños have seen the King of Philippine Jungle. But if you want to be closer to nature try to visit Malagos Garden Resort. The resort have bird shows and has wide garden of Philippine Flora. 

Davao City: Southern Philippine's Business Hub

Davao City is the undisputed center of business activities in Southern Philippines. Having a spans area of 2, 443.61 square kilometers of huge fertile land,  it is considered as the largest city in the world in terms of land area. Having this fact, it will give us enough impression that Davao City is not only perfect for tourism but also for investment.

As a trading hub it links the entire the southern part of the Philippines throughout the East ASEAN Countries - Brunei-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines. BIMP -EAGA is a leading growth centers in Asia.

Davao city is not only rich in natural resources  but also the resiliency of its people. The city has a significant achievement towards improved business environment reaping numerous awards as one of the 20 Most Livable Cities in Asia and counted as one of the Top 5 Most Competitive Metropolitan Cities in the Philippines.

Discover Davao and discover a city in growth and investment now.

Zakoya Japanese Restaurant in Davao City

Love Japanese food? How about trying it now at the amazing Zakoya Japanese Restaurant?

For only ₱375 per person, you'll get the chance of dining at this satisfying Japanese restaurant. The buffet at Zakoya is amazing. Satisfy your craving from all sorts of Japanese appetizers to main courses and desserts.
Surely, you will appreciate the taste of Japanese-style kimuchi which is less pungent compared to the other cuisine.

The buffet tables present and stretch the sushi, sashimi, tenpura, and other very traditional Japanese preparations. Try finding for the main area serving the main courses of the day. On the last buffet table is the presentation of dessert or the coffee/tea station.

The main buffet features about 6 to 7 courses, with miso soup or the egg concoction that tastes like balut. Mainstays are the kamameshi, black wakame (seaweed) and chicken teriyaki.

Experience Japanese Cuisine in Davao. Visit Zakoya Japanese Restaurant on all the days of the week for a luch or dinner at Door #3 DavCon Autoville, Torres St., Davao City.

Lotus Court showcases Manila Hotel’s Mabuhay Palace Gastronomy

THIS month of April, Manila Hotel's chefs head south for Marco Polo Davao. The Davao hotel's Cantonese restaurant, Lotus Court, hosts two Manila Hotel chefs for the better part of the summer.

"From April 6 to May 15, 2011, Chef Wenceslao Gacutan and Executive Chinese Sous Chef Josephine (Joie) Yu Tanganco Candelaria will be concocting Mabuhay Palace original creations from the freshest ingredients in Davao," Marco Polo Davao Food and Beverage manager Bernard Bulaong said.

Chef Joie is a trilingual chef who regards excellence as her touchstone. She doffs her toque to her Executive Chef Konrad Walter, a Swiss national whose extensive experience spans his native land as well as Scotland, Bahrain, Macau, and the Philippines.

Executive Chef Konrad inspired her to think outside of the box and create what have become signature dishes of Mabuhay Palace, Manila Hotel's highly acclaimed Cantonese restaurant.

"Chef Joie's take on Long Life Prawns, vegetarian Peking duck, and salted egg ice cream took Manila by storm last month," Bulaong said.

These innovative dishes, unique to Mabuhay Palace, will be served in Lotus Court beginning 6 April. On offer as well are timeless classics, such as seafood and chicken, pork and beef dishes, with flavors both sensuous and appealing. Other Cantonese delights shall be the domain of Chef Wenceslao Gacutan whose talents in this area are nothing short of legendary.

Sample the extraordinary specialties of Chef Joie and Chef Wenceslao, which you can opt for in special a la carte menus or in sumptuous buffets at Lotus Court. Sunday lunch buffet shall be at P850.00 net per person. Payday dinner buffet with Mabuhay Palace menu highlights will be at P600 net per person on 15 and 30 April and on 15 May.

"This summer, stop by Marco Polo Davao's Lotus Court, to experience Mabuhay Palace's celebrated Cantonese cuisine and know why Chef Joie is the toast of the town," Bulaong concluded.

For inquiries and reservations, call 221-0888 local 7233.

Published in the Sun.Star Davao newspaper on April 06, 2011.

Eastern Treat at Marco Polo Hotel

Marco Polo Davao brings you an Easter-rific treat this April 24.

Celebrate the joys of Easter with our Sunday lunch extravaganza at the Lotus Court. Come and join our Easter Carnival at the Ballroom where both kids and parents can bond over colorful activities, games, magic show, special raffle, and the much awaited Easter egg hunt.

Lunch is at Php 1,200.00 per person. Children from 6 to 12 years old get 50% off plus two complimentary tickets to the festivities at the Ballrom. Entrance tickets to the Easter Kiddie Festival are at Php500.00 each, inclusive of light snacks.

For reservations and inquiries, please call (082) 221-0888 local 7233.Wednesday