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Kadayawan 2011 - Schedule Of Activities
“Ten Tribes, One Vibe.”
Kadayawan sa Dabaw formally opened yesterday on August 15, 2011 at the People’s Park. The festival kicked off with a Holy Mass participated by loyal Dabawenyos headed by beloved Mayor Inday Sara. Keeping true to the festivals essence of thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest and cultural heritage.
This year’s theme “Ten Tribes, One Vibe.”
Kadayawan Festival 2011 Highlights
3 Reasons Why Davao City Is Better Than Anywhere Else
People choose places to visit for a plethora of reasons, and seldom will one find a place that has most of what he looks for. One of these places is a city in the heart of Mindanao Island in the Philippines - Davao.First is safety and reliability of services. When one hears the word Mindanao, he almost automatically associates it with civil unrest. However, Davao City is a glaring exception. This city boasts of a peace and order situation that is rivalled by very few places in the world. One can walk in the streets in the wee hours of the morning without worrying, something that is very hard to do in the streets of Brooklyn or Rome.
Furthermore, Davao is only place outside the United States and Canada that has a fully-functional 911 system. Emergencies are handled by medical or law-enforcement units with state-of-the-art equipment. Sometimes, the paramedic or the policeman is already at your doorstep even before you end your call. Also, the local government is very strict in implementing city ordinances aimed at curbing abuses and petty crimes.
Second is the cost. Davao City has a very low cost-of-living index. This translates that one can get more value for his dollar or euro than anywhere else. If haven't tried staying at a first-class hotel at less than ninety dollars a night, Davao has the Marco Polo Hotel.
Moreover, people in Davao have an amazing culture of honesty. Very few places in the world have cab drivers who give you change up to the last cent because tipping is not part of the local culture, and a centuries-old belief among them that what one sows is what one reaps.Lastly, and most importantly, is the natural scenery. Aside from beautiful people (I cannot stress this enough), Davao has rich cultural heritage, white sand beaches, scenic mountains and extensive natural reserves. All of these are more than enough to keep one busy for weeks on end.
If one wants to appreciate beauty in safety and at an insanely cheap price, there is no better place to go than Davao, the heart of Mindanao.
Travel Tips - Does Travel Agents Help?
A registered travel agency will have necessary insurance so that if something happens to mean that you do not get the holiday that you booked, you will receive some compensation. This security may be particularly important if you are booking a very important holiday such as a honeymoon
Smaller agents also will have a greater discretion than large online chains. When you purchase online you are usually told the price; there is no room to negotiate for extras or further travel discounts. By dealing with a person in a face-to-face situation, you are in a much stronger position to negotiate.
A holiday is only a bargain if you get the holiday that you will enjoy. If you are looking at a specialist holiday type, such as a cruise, then an experienced travel agent will be extremely valuable to ensure that you get the best possible holiday. True you are likely to pay a little extra for this level of expertise, but it is not worth saving a few dollars at the expense of your enjoyment.
Building up a rapport with a travel agent will mean that they personally keep you in mind and if requested, they will be able to notify of you of any potentially interesting bargains that come into their agency, before they are released to the public. They may also be aware of any upcoming sales that are not generally public knowledge. If you have had a cheap quote online, take the details into your local agent and ask them what they can do, you may be pleasantly surprised!
Choosing Your Season and Destination (Part 2)
Shoulder season is the perfect time to be trying to travel for those who want to find a happy medium between low and peak seasons. Identifying where is in shoulder season when you want to travel or when your favorite destination is in shoulder season can save you literally hundreds of dollars.
Take a look at the guide books. Whilst they will not tell you when the shoulder season is, they will tell you when peak and low seasons are. The time in between, is, by definition, the shoulder season.
With almost every resort there is a period where the prices become low, not because the location is now poor but because all of the hotels and flights are still servicing the area but the demand is simply not there. Examples of shoulder seasons are Europe in the fall and the Caribbean during late spring.
2. Winter
Winter is an interesting time of year to travel. Before Christmas, most individuals are trying to make last minute shopping trips. After Christmas, people are dealing with their credit card bills. As such, holidays on far off beaches are often incredibly cheap during the winter period.
A wonderful destination for the winter months is Asia. Flights are losing popularity, however, availability is still good, meaning that there are plenty of discounts on offer. Weather is variable in Asia during the winter which could mean that you are surrounded by snow one minute and then basking in glorious sunshine. This lack of dependability is something that puts a lot of visitors off and can mean that there are some excellent bargains for those prepared to take the risk!
3. Spring
If you are looking to travel to Europe, this is the time to do it! Flights are a lot cheaper during the spring months when temperatures are still relatively low.
Mexican beaches and the Caribbean islands start to see their prices drop from mid April as the weather becomes hotter. However, during the spring months, the water and air temperatures are still pleasant and the resorts less crowded.
During later spring, for example May, the traditionally hot and dry countries are not in their peak seasons but have not yet become intolerably hot. So if you want to visit Morocco, Jordan or Egypt, plan a spring vacation.
4. Summer
Finding a bargain in summer is tricky. Americans, Japanese and Europeans are all on the move and this is also the time of year that most weddings take place, so honeymoon destinations are in a great deal of demand.
During the early part of summer, through June and July, Caribbean destinations are still good to get a deal, provided you try to book before the Europeans start to flood in during their school holidays at the end of July.
Safari holidays are a good option between June and September. High season ends in May, but the weather is still relatively dry.
Flights and hotels are still quite reasonable in Southeast Asia during the summer months, but temperatures can be quite hot, so if you can’t stand the heat, avoid this destination during the summer months.
5. Fall
This is the time to head to Europe. Flights to most major European destinations will be cheaper from October onwards, mainly because the schools are no longer on holiday and families are not traveling as much. Temperatures are normally perfectly pleasant until mid November, so grab yourself a fall bargain in Europe.
Choosing The Best Season and Destination To Travel
Don’t overlook the importance of considering these two factors together. Some destinations will be extremely cheap at one time of year yet finding a bargain four months later may be impossible. Traveling to a popular destination at a peak time will never be cheap. For example staying at a luxury hotel in a party city on New Year’s Eve is not likely to be a budget holiday; however, traveling to a traditional summer resort over New Year’s may be a very different story.
One thing that is very important to realize is that low seasons are low for a reason. A classic example of this is hurricane season in the Caribbean and Florida. Other low seasons to be wary of are the extremely hot areas such as Egypt during the summer months, when the heat can be so oppressive that it makes the holiday less enjoyable. Summer resorts are often so quiet during low season that there is quite literally nowhere open. This can be great for a retreat, but when it comes to a raging nightlife you may be sadly disappointed!
Planning Your Vacation
Planning is the key to success when it comes to getting a budget holiday. There are many things that you can influence such as when you book, how you travel, whether you go package or build your own agenda. All of these things can have a significant impact on the price you pay. Above all, each of these things are within your control!
When to Book
Most people know exactly when they are intending to take a vacation. This can be used to your advantage when it comes to planning.
Deciding on when to book is a bit of a gamble. Whilst many tour operators will offer cheaper prices and early booking discounts, you may find that last minute deals are also available which will prove better financially.
There are many factors that you should take into account when deciding on when to book for maximum financial gain:
• Are you flexible in terms of dates that you are prepared to travel?
• Are you flexible in terms of destinations that you are prepared to travel to?
• Will you be buying a package deal or will you be building your own package?
• Are you considering a popular destination where many tour operators or flight companies travel?
Firstly, if you are flexible in terms of location and dates then you will almost certainly benefit from waiting until the last minute to book your holiday. Last minute deals are, of course, something that you cannot rely upon and if you are set on going to a certain destination at a certain date then last minute is far too risky.
If you are planning on creating your own package then you need to be aware that you are taking multiple gambles. For example, you need to consider your airfare, hotels and transport. Whilst you may get an excellent last minute flight, you may not be so lucky when it comes to the hotel or car hire. In fact, you may find that paying a premium for other parts of your holiday will end up out-weighing any last minute savings you have made.
As a general rule, if you are looking to go on a specific holiday, a cruise, for example, with a specific company or a destination that is only offered by a few operators, you may find that last minute bargains are simply not available. Cruising is a classic example of this. A cruise line will offer holidays for a certain price, whilst they may offer their holidays through different agents who may individually offer discounts, the actual price of the cruise is likely to remain very similar no matter who you go to for your price.
Sonrisa De V Beach Resort - Samal Island, Davao
LOCATION SONRISA DE V BEACH RESORT
Caliclic, IGACOS (Island GArden City Of Samal), Davao
Mindanao
WHAT MAKES IT STANDOUT? Its Quiet And Beautiful Beach Resort
HOW TO GET THERE?
(Plane) Ride from Davao City International Airport to the Jetty takes 10 to 15 minutes.
(Bus) From DCOTT (D.C. Overland Transport Terminal), it would take you 30 minutes ride to the Jetty.
(Ship) It's about 15 to 20 minutes ride from DC Port to Pearl Farm Jetty.
The Jetty's location is at Lizada St. Lanang Davao City, this is jetty is owned by Pearl Farm Beach Resort but is not exclussive. In fact various boats are anchored here bound to different resorts in Samal Island. The boat ride takes less than 10 minutes. Boat fee is Php10/head.
Another alternative route, specially if wanted to bring your car along, would be to take the barge from Sasa. Davao to Babak, Samal; which is roughly 15 to 20 minutes away from Pearl farm Jetty. The barge's location is at Km. 11, Sasa Davao City, this is just a few meters away from Sasa Public Market. The barge ride would only take 5 minutes but you'll have to travel for another 5 to 10 minutes from Babak To Sonrisa De V. This is the long and winding way of getting there, so i suggest you take the jetty. Dont worry about your car, as the area is very secure and well guarded 24/7.
BASIC AMENITIES
Beach Resort
Open/Closed Cottages
Operating Hours
Monday - Sunday : Open 24/7
INCIDENTAL EXPENSES FOR THE LAKWATSA
Boat Fee : Php10 (per head, one way)
Entrance Fee
kids : Php 60 (day tour) / Php 90 (overnight)
adults : Php 70 (day tour) / Php 100 (overnight)
Rental Fees
open cottage : Php 400 (day tour)
Php 500 (overnight)
closed cottage : Php 1,500 (good for 4 persons)
Php 3,000 (good for 10 persons)
corkages : Lechon and beverages are charged with a corkage fee, other cook foods are free of charge!
WHAT'S MORE?
Sonrisa De V (formerly named Palm Hill Beach Resort) is our family's favourite resort in Samal, not only because it's affordable but because it is not crowded. This is what separate's it from all other resorts in Samal, particularly its neighbours - Paradise Island & Blue Jazz Resort. Sonrisa De V is not fancy like the majority of resorts in Samal. It does not have a restaurant, only a simple bar selling basic beverages like soda, beer, a few spirits and cigarettes. Just the basic stuffs that a simple guest would ask.
The beach is of course superb - equally the same with that of Blue Jazz, Paradise, Costa Marina, Chemas & etc.. theirs is even better because it's not congested with people. We fondly even call Sonrisa De V as "our exclussive resort", b'coz everytime we go there we're the only guests - solong-solo mo talaga ang beach!
CONTACT DETAILS
SONRISA DE V BEACH RESORT
Contact Person : Chubby Palma Hill
Telephone : (+63) (082) 303-0709
Cellphone : 0927-878-5293
Email :
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