Another Hymn for it's Reopening

Any music has it's own note. 

Any singer plays his own song.  

Any diner has his own taste.

Whatever music playing on your mind now, let your culinary journey continue as Cafe Marco restarts it's warn welcome of hospitality.  Let your taste buds experience a flavorful music. Cafe Marco, the signature restaurant of Marco Polo Davao will be serving you again it's international cuisine next month.

MAXIMA AQUAFUN AND CANOPY TOURS

Maxima Aqua Fun "Home of the Abyss" the Giant Water Slide. Located at Brgy. Cawag, Piñaplata Samal, near HAGIMIT FALLS.

For reservations and bookings email us at parkinfo@davaocrocodilepark.com
For more details, call
(082) 300 - 8636
(082) 286 - 8883
or 09236593725






Day tour package Options

Maxima Aquafun Package A - P200 per head
Inclusions:
free use of lifevest
free use of tables and chairs
unlimited use of diving board
unlimited use of tampoline
unlimited use of the slide

Maxima Aquafun Package B - P250 per headinlcusions:

free use of lifevest
free use of tables and chairs
unlimited use of diving board
unlimited use of tampoline
unlimited use of the slide
Eagle view of Canopy walk
(Every Saturday and Sunday only)

Children Rate (2 yrs to 10 years old) -P150
per head

Eagle View Canopy Walk - P50.00 per head

Camping (overnight) - P350 per head

tent for Rent (good for 3 pax) - P300 per tent

Aquafun cottage (overnight) - P1,800
(max of 4 pax)

Bigote dormitory (overnight) - P500 per head

Equipments Available for Rent:
Jetski - P3500 per hour

Jetski with banana boat (max of 6 pax) -P4,000 per hour

Banana boat ride (max of 6 pax) - P250.00 per head per 15 mins.

Kayak boat (max of 2 pax) - P300 per hour

Transport Options
Speedboat (max of 10 pax)

Roundtrip Sta Ana. Pier to Maxima - P6500
Roundtrip Penaplata pier to Maxima - P3000
Roundtrip Beach house to Maxima - P1000


No Corkage for food.Corkage will only be charged for drinks.

S.O.S.: The 2011 Maxima Swim & Bikini Summit

Witness & experience a sizzling summer at Maxima Aqua Fun on May 21,2011. Register on the the funswim event for only 400 pesos. Inclusive of an event t-shirt, packed lunch and resort entrance.

You can also get the hot chance of witnessing the whole day event which will showcase a fun swimming in the morning, bikini pageant in the afternoon, & party all night with the Tribu K'Mindanawan Firedancers.

Maxima Aqua Fun management is conducting this event for the first time aiming to promote awareness on the protection of the marine ecosystem through education & eco-tourism. This also wants to foster camaraderie, sportsmanship, healthy competitiveness, & self-discipline among its participants. 

The activity has two parts - a the fun swim in the morning, and bikini open in the afternoon. This event is a mix of adventure, fun, and entertainment all in one day

Here are the photos at the HOT and SIZZLING participants. 

I cannot forgive myself from voting this pair. Can you see a pair of celebrity in them? Krista and Piolo? My fantasy pushed me to like them in Maxima S.O.S. page. 

If you want to do the same just click here Dennis Clarete is my choice.

Mechanics:

1. The male & female candidate who garners the highest number of "LIKES" wins the title for THE 2011 MAXIMA BIKINI BABE & BEACH HUNK Face of the Net.

2. Like the page and click LIKE below the photo of the candidate you vote.

3. Voting ends until May 21, 2011 at 12 midnight.

4. Winner will be announced during the pageant day on May 21, 2011 at Maxima Aqua Fun, Island Garden City of Samal.

Photos courtesy of: MVO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 

“Visit Samal Island” Campaign : Fun Activities this Summer

The tourism stakeholders in Samal launched a new marketing campaign to invite more to tourist to visit Island Garden City of Samal,  known as “Visit Samal Island”. The campaign expected to attract hundred thousand  visitors which has the chance to be given with free tickets. These tickets entitled visitors to receive discounts and freebies from the different tourism establishments in Samal Island.

The “Visit Samal Island” campaign is organized by the Local Government of the Island Garden City of Samal in partnership with the Island Garden City of Samal (IGaCoS) Tourism Council, Samal City Resort Association and the Department of Tourism.

Below is the list of activities in Samal Island courtesy of the Mindanao Tourism Council. The activities are part of the “Visit Samal Island” campaign.

Grand Launching of Visit Samal Island campaign
Press Presentation of Miss Tourism Samal Island Official Candidates
March 19
Venue: Holiday Ocean View

Photo Shoot for Miss Tourism Samal Island Candidates
March 21-22
Venue: Talikud and Kaputian District
Isla Reta, Leticia by the Sea, Babusanta, Kaputian Beach Park,m Capt. Hook’s Red Parrot Inn, Pearl Farm Beach Resort, Hof Gorei Beach Resort, Bandera Botanical Garden, Coral Garden

Swimsuit Presentation and Pictorials
March 29
Venue: Hagimit Falls

Milo Summer Camp
April 6-7
Venue: Samal Gym: Basketball, Fernandez Beach: Swimming

Beach Volleyball – Elimination Round
April 11-15
Venue: Freedom Park

Miss Tourism Samal Island 2011
Talent Show, Fire Dancing, Jingle Writing, Photo Exhibit
April 15
Venue: Camp Holiday

Frisbee Finals
April 16-17
venue: Kaputian Beach Park

Resort Visit/Pictorials Miss Tourism Samal Island 2011
April 18-19
Venue: Fernandez Beach Resort, Maxima Aqua Fun Resort, Bluewaters Village Resort, Mayumi Disney Sea Resort, Punta del Sol Resort, Golden Bay Resort & Spa, Paradise Beach Park, Bluejaz Beach Resort, Camp Holiday Resort & Recreation Area, Rainbow Breeze Resort, Mahan Garden Resort, Precious Garden, Club Asiano Beach Resort, Ilihan Beach Resort, Ocean View, Island Ridge Mountain Resort, H5 Princess Tropical Inland Resort, Florenda Beach Resort

Miss Body Beautiful
April 29-30
Venue: Sea Grass Beach Resort

Motocross
May 1
Venue: Proposed Public Market Site

Resort Visit / Photo Shoot of Candidates
May 3-4
Venue: Resorts and Tourist spots:
May 3 – Talikiud and Kaputian
May 4 – Samal and Babak

Kite-Flying Contest
May 7
Venue: Villarica Wharf

Beach Volleyball Championship
May 9-13
Venue: Kaputian Beach Park

Miss Tourism Samal Island 2011
Grand Coronation Night
May 14
Venue: Samal Gym

Culinary Festival
Food Display Competition, Table Skirting Competition, Table Settings Competition, Fruits and Vegetables Carving, Waiters Relay, Bartending Competition, Table Centerpiece Competition
May 19
Venue: Samal Gym

MAXIMA Adventure

MAXIMA is an exclusive beach vacation house. Superbly equipped for comfort & stability. Viewed from a distance, MAXIMA appears barely floating on the sea, surrounded by exotic tropical splendor where you can actually sleep above torquoise sea water with all the amenities of your own home.

MAXIMA is a fully furnished 2 storey beach house with 4 rooms fitted with 3 king size bed & 4 single beds which can comfortably accommodate 8 pax. Complete with 3 full showers and toilets, kitchen with refrigerator and cooking facilities, indoor living room and dining rooms, audio-video component & a floating sundeck. On shore, you can stay at the hilltop view deck overlooking Davao Gulf and the majestic Mount Apo.

At MAXIMA, you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and fishing. Also an ideal jump off site for island hopping. Nearby is the San Jose Wall & Cave, a perfect spot to go diving, ideal for beginners and professional divers. You may also want to take a refreshing freshwater dip on one of Samal’s hidden treasure by taking a leisurely hike to haguimit falls, a stone’s throw away from the beach house.

MAXIMA is best for social functions like small group corporate meetings, private parties,, and other special occasions. All these comes with a host a cook to take care of your needs during your stay at MAXIMA.





Facilities :

River Walk Grill
Butterfly House
Wild Water Rafting
River Front

Rate:

Overnigt Accomodation
Regular Rate

Php 10,500.00(weekdays / good for 10 pax) Php 12,500.00(week-ends / good for 10 pax)

*All bookings of more than 10 (Ten)Pax will be charged an additional Php 300.00 per head/day ++note: guests in excess of 10 (Ten), will be staying in the Billiard Area.

Special Rate:

Php 5,000.00(guests are limited to the 1s level only)

-in excess of 4 Pax, regular rate shall be applied.
Meals

Php 900.00 per day per pax(3 set of meals with snacks)

Transportaion Option
Speed Boat Transfer - Php 3,000.00
From Peñaplata pier to Maxima and Vice Versa/Pick Up and Drop-off
Van Transfer - Php 5,000.00
Airport to Maxima and Vise Versa
Pumpboat Transfer - Php 7,000.00++
Maryknoll Jetty to Maxima, Island Hopping Tour, back to Maryknoll

Check in Time: 4:30 Pm

Check-out Time: 4:00 Pm

Visit Maxima now!

Deca Wakeboard Park Davao

Deca Adventure.
The newest Davao tourist attraction is now open for public. Deca Wakeboard Park is open daily from 8:30 to 12:30 in the morning and 1:30 to 5:30 in the afternoon.

Getting Here:

Located in Barangay Mintal Davao City, Deca Wakeboard Park has around 30 to 45 minutes travel from Davao City downtown or from Davao City International Airport. 

Rates:

MON, TUES, THURS, FRI, SAT & SUN
08:30 AM – 12:30 PM ; 01:30 PM – 05:30 PM
PASSES	REGULAR RATES	DAVAO RESIDENTS	DECA HOMES RESORT RESIDENCES
WHOLE DAY	PhP 1,000.00	PhP 700.00	PhP 500.00
HALF DAY	PhP 700.00	PhP 500.00	PhP 350.00
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*Special Rate
WEDNESDAY 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM ; 01:30 PM – 05:30 PM
WHOLE DAY	PhP 800.00	PhP 600.00	PhP 500.00
HALF DAY (AM)	PhP 550.00	PhP 400.00	PhP 350.00
HALF DAY (PM)	PhP 700.00	PhP 500.00	PhP 350.00
*RATES INCLUDE FREE USE OF WAKEBOARD, VEST AND HELMET

Aminities:

CABLE PARK
RESTAURANTS
SPORTS SHOP
MASSAGE CENTER



Expansion

Expansion is still on going. It has been expanding since its soft opening in 2009. The place is still incomplete but the accommodation and other services available will surely satisfy your craving for adventure and fun. For now there is a limited accommodation which includes an overnight stay in their private rooms ideally made for four persons, with price starts from Php 1000 and above. Amenities also get better and the place continues to improve their Cable Park, restaurants, sports shop and massage center.

How to Get in Deca Wakeboarding Park



It is recommended to ride a taxi of about Php 200 or 250 from downtown area or Davao International Airport, respectively. A van is also available if you are from Bangkerohan Public Market while an air-conditioned bus will take you to the park if you’re from Calinan, Bukidnon or Cagayan de Oro.



Photos From: Deca Wakeboard Park Davao

Facilities and Rates of Camp Holiday Resort and Recreation Area

Facilities :

• Swimming Pool
• Free WIFI
• 22 Hotel Rooms
• 12 Air-conditioned Cottages
• Aircon Function Hall up to 600 people
• Camping ground
• Beach
• Restaurant
• 3 Billiards Table

Rates :

• Entrance Fee
  • Day Tour (Adult) - Php 80.00/pax net
    (Free Use of Swimming Pool and Open Cottage)
  • Day Tour (Senior Citizen) - Php 64.00/pax net
    (Free Use of Swimming Pool and Open Cottage)
  • Overnight(Adult) - Php 150.00/pax net
    (Free Use of Swimming Pool and Open Cottage)
  • Overnight(Senior Citizen) - Php 120.00/pax net
    (Free Use of Swimming Pool and Open Cottage)

• Cottages/Rooms
  • Guest Room (Twin Sharing) - Php 1,500.00/night
  • Air-conditioned Cottage(Twin/Matrimonila) - Php 1,8000.00

• Venue for Function
  • Function Hall Capacity(Whole)
    600 = Theater type seating
    450 = Classroom Seating
    Function Hall Capacity (half)
    300 = Theater type seating
    225 = Classroom Seating
  • Function Room Rental
    Whole = Php 50,000 for first 8 hours and Php 5,000 for every succeeding hour
    Half = Php 25,000 for first 8 hours and Php 5,000 for every succeeding hour

Pearl Farm Beach Resort, Davao Philippines

Nestled

In the idyllic islands of Samal & Malipano,
The Pearl Farm Beach Resort
is a former cultivation farm for luxurious south sea pearls.
Now, it continues its essence of prime luxury
as a premier destination resort of Fuego Hotels
and as a perfect hideaway for those
in search of blissful retreat.

Location

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Located in the southern part of the Philippines is the Samal group of Islands, an archipelago consisting of nine islands which stretch out over a land area of 28,000 hectares. Samal is a beautiful, tranquil and exotic island with a coastline adorned with white sand beaches, abundant marine life, rock formations, mangroves, and landscape of coconut palms, flowering plants and fruit bearing trees. The area is blessed with various natural attractions and flourishing flora and fauna.

Pearl Farm Gallery

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Wedding Photos

     The Wedding Set Up

     The Couples

     The Wedding Ceremony

     The Foods

     The Wedding Reception

     The Maranao Restaurant

Pearl Farm Packages

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HOLY WEEK PACKAGE 2011

Validity: April 18-24, 2011

HILLTOP ROOM	Php   6,450.00	(Twin/Triple Sharing)
	Php   7,950.00	(Single Occupancy)
SAMAL HOUSE	Php   6,850.00	(Twin/Triple Sharing)
	Php   8,550.00	(Single Occupancy)
MANDAYA HOUSE	Php   7,350.00	(Twin/Triple Sharing)
	Php   9,450.00	(Single Occupancy)
SAMAL SUITE	Php   9,000.00	(minimum of 2 persons)
MALIPANO VILLA	Php   9,300.00	(minimum of 6 persons)

       *Above rates are per person per night

Inclusions:

• Overnight room accommodation
• Welcome Drinks
• One breakfast, one lunch, one dinner
• Roundtrip boat transfers only
• Complimentary use of selected recreational facilities

Notes:

• Any request for an Airport Pick-up, please add Php 250.00/person/way on top of the package rate.
• Valid for local residents and expatriates only. may be extended to foreign guests if accompanied by local residents.

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DREAM HOLIDAY PACKAGE 2011

Valid on January 4 TO December 20, 2011

Hill Top Room
Samal House
Mandaya House

Single Occupancy
    Php 6,450.00  
    Php 7,050.00  
    Php 7,950.00

Twin / Triple Sharing
       Php 4,950.00
       Php 5,350.00
       Php 5,850.00

Samal Suite                                        Php 7,500.00 (min. of 2)
Malipano Villa                                     Php 7,800.00 (min. of 6)

                         *Rates are quoted per PERSON per NIGHT.

Inclusions:

• Overnight room accommodation
• Welcome drinks, meals (one breakfast, one lunch, one dinner)
• Roundtrip boat transfer only and complimentary use of swimming pool
• Tennis court
• Basketball court
• Resort selected recreational facilities

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FAMILY PACKAGE 2011

Valid on January 4 TO December 20, 2011

Php 17,500.00 per family

2 adults and 2 kids (Children from 0 to 12 years old only)

Inclusions:

• Three (3) days / Two (2) nights Accommodation at MANDAYA HOUSE
• Welcome drinks
• Breakfast for 2 adults and 2 children for 2 days
• Souvenir
• Roundtrip boat transfers
• Complimentary use of two (2) snorkeling sets
• Complimentary use of swimming pool
• Tennis court
• Basketball court
• Resort selected recreational facilities

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DREAM HONEYMOON PACKAGE 2011

Valid on January 4 TO December 20, 2011

Php 26,500.00 per couple

Inclusions:

• Three (3) days / Two (2) nights Accommodation at SAMAL HOUSE
• Welcome drinks
• Fruit basket
• Two (2) days Breakfast, two (2) days Lunch for the couple
• One (1) regular Dinner, One (1) session of Body Massage for 2 (choice of Swedish or Shiatsu)
• Roundtrip boat transfer
• Complimentary use of swimming pool
• Tennis court
• Basketball court
• Resort selected recreational facilities
• PLUS! Exclusive Romantic Dinner with Bottle of Wine.

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BED and BREAKFAST 2011

Valid on January 4 TO December 20, 2011

Hill Top Room
Samal House
Mandaya House

Single Occupancy
    Php 5,100.00
    Php 6,000.00 
    Php 7,000.00 

Twin / Triple Sharing
       Php  3,300.00
       Php  3,800.00
       Php  4,300.00

                        *Above rates are per person per night

Inclusions:

• Overnight room accommodation
• Welcome drinks
• Breakfast
• Roundtrip boat transfers
• Complimentary use of swimming pool
• Tennis court
• Basketball court
• Resort selected recreational facilities

Notes:

• Request for an airport pick-up, PhP 250.00 per person one way
• Rates are not valid during holy week, christmas & new year
• Children 6-12 years old 50% of package rate
• Rates are valid for local residents, balikbayans and expatriates only

Pearl Farm Facilities & Services

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A wide array of facilities & services are available for both vigorous guests and those who prefer to simply take it easy.

• Aqua Sports Center.

Rents out speed boats & outrigger boats for cruising, jet-skis, banana boat rides, kayaks, hobie cats, snorkeling gear and has certified instructors for wind-surfing, water-skiing and scuba diving (Two (2) sunken World War II Japanese vessels await discovery from scuba divers, just 60 meters away from the resort.)

• Two (2) Swimming Pools

•Ylang Ylang Spa

Offers a wide range of beauty and health treatments such as wraps, facials, body massage and foot spas - available as individual treatments or in indulgent packages.

• Tennis/Basketball /Badminton Court.

Tennis lessons are available with prior arrangements.

• Game Room.

Offers a lot of fun games giant board games, billiards, fooze ball, air hockey and other games for family and friends to enjoy. Located at the Balay 1 building.

• Conference Room.

Designed to allow total concentration necessary for power meetings and conferences. Accommodates up to 70 persons.

• Parola Bar

Enjoy the different beverage concoctions while taking pleasure of the stunning view of the sea, beautiful sunset and a view of Mt. Apo. Parola bar also has videoke for guests who love to sing and stand out.

• Maranao Restaurant.

The Maranao Restaurant features delicious Filipino and International cuisine with fresh seafood specialties. Enjoy cocktails at the Parola Bar with inspiring view of the sea and the nearby islands.

• Malipano Gazebo.

Located at the Malipano Island, the Malipano Gazebo is perfect venue for special parties and functions. With a view that entices the natural beauty of the sea and the mountain ranges of Samal.

• Butik.

A souvenir shop which offers a variety of local handicrafts, native outfits and even the latest in trendy beachwear. Limited basic toiletries and necessities are also available.

• Mandaya Weaving Center.

Enjoy the scene of Mandaya tribeswomen as they skillfully weave their traditionally exotic and colorful handbags, mats, clothing and other ornamentation at the Weaving Center located near the Maranao Restaurant. The cloth used is locally used as “Dagmay” distinguished by the intricate figures and patterns depicting the tribal folklore and religion.

• Other Services:

Babysitting, Business Office (internet access, facsimile services)

Aqua Sports Center

Game Room

Gym

Ylang Ylang Spa

Conference Room

Parola Bar

Maranao Restaurant

Malipano Gazebo

For reservations and inquiries visit Pearl Farm Online.

Malagos Garden Resort

Malagos Garden Resort is a resort located on the highlands West of Davao City. The resort is a mere 30 minute ride from the metropolis and is also accessible to public transportation.

Malagos Garden Resort was originally part of an orchid farm that grows the world renowned Waling-Waling, an orchid growing on the slopes of Mt. Apo, as well as other orchids and exotic plants. The site was later redeveloped to become an ecological center as well as a getaway for city dwellers.

Today, Malagos Garden Resort offer visitors myriads of orchid varieties, exotic plants, tropical fruit trees, which may be available for picking, and a bird park that houses several endemic species. An environmental conservation center is also located within the vicinity where the Amazing Bird show is held every afternoon for the purpose of entertaining as well as educating visitors in the park. And who can forget the heavenly butterfly sanctuary that houses more than 70 different kinds of butterflies that seem to float and wrap around people once they come inside the sanctuary. Eco-trailing, horseback riding, biking, swimming and other adventure games are also some of the available amenities within the park premises.

Malagos Garden Resort is located at Brgy. Malagos, Calinan Davao City. For more details, contact 301-1375 / 0917008583.

Eden Experience

Become acquainted with nature and indulge in an authentic mountain experience - marked by cool crisp mountain air while enjoying the spectacular views of pine trees which exquisitely blend well with its background.

How many new adventures can you experience over a lifetime? What number would you give it? The answer is indefinite, given the infinite possibilities within this 80-hectare resort and your imagination, for you to explore.

Eden invites you to take it easy in a private leisure where you can savor quality and intimate moments with family, catch up on your reading or simply sit back and entertain your thoughts.

Beyond street dances, arts and festivals, Tinubdan presents a window to take a peek of the lives lived by our Mindanaon ancestors. Tinubdan gives you entirely new appreciation of cultural treasures.

Food found in abundant flavors in the careful preparation of natural fresh raw ingredients, in the specialties of this extraordinary marriage between local and international recipes.

Embrace each other amidst the luxury of romantic balcony rooms, feel miles away from all your daily worries and cherish time with the one you love.

Experience it all at Eden!

Warm Visit at Paradise Island Park and Beach Resort

Sand, Sun and Sea. These are the things you will first observe and appreciate as you arrive at the beautiful haven of Paradise Island. A sand with white-pink shades, the sun which has enough heat to keep you warm and tan.  Finally the blue sea that will surely invite you to feel the water.

Aside from the witnessing the promising sand, sea and sun you will also feel the very warm hospitality of Paradise. Seeing a genuine smile from the people ensuring to make your stay comfortable and fun. Millions of satisfied customers has already served with these hospitality since it began its operations in the 80’s, the Paradise Island Society has established its own brand of hospitality called “the PAP”.

P– stands for Pahiyom in the local dialect, every resort staff is enjoined to wear a smile on their face when inside the resort and also encouraged to do the same outside.

A– stands for Abi – abi in the local dialect, each guest should be provided with whatever is needed for their well-being during their stay.

P– stands for Pasalamat in the local dialect, each employee should be thankful for every given opportunity to serve our guests and invites them to come again.

All these traits are inherent to every member of the Paradise Island Society and they intend to keep it that way forever.

Paradise has also a “Dive Zone” ideally developed to satisfy your underwater craving. So if you can see the birds in the Samal sky there is also a school of fish in the Samal underwater waiting for you to discover. Surely, you will experience a "fish spa" while diving into its underwater. Enjoy a deep blue and shallow green water, experience fun! See it in Paradise!

Visit Paradise Island Davao now!