"The Kadayawan Festival is an annual festival in the city of Davao in the Philippines. It names derives from the friendly greeting "Madayaw", from the Dabawenyo word "dayaw", meaning good, valuable, superior or beautiful. The festival is a celebration of life, a thanksgiving for the gift of nature, the wealth of culture, the bounties of harvest and serenity of living. It held every third week of August."


This was the second time our company was having a Kadayawan activities. This year we had a tribal dance competition, OPM (Original Pilipino Music) singing competition and group photo shoot competition. Four teams were showcasing their talents and the culture of the tribe they are representing. I had fun watching the event because everyone really gave their best!



Below were the photos taken during the tribal dance competition.

Maguindanao Tribe

Maguindanao Tribe

Matigsalog Tribe

Matigsalog Tribe

Sama Tribe

Sama Tribe

Kagan Tribe

Kagan Tribe

Before the program started I roamed around Ritz Hotel to see the place and take photos as well.

The Ritz Hotel at Garden Oases is a great place for family or companies event. This is also a great place for a wedding ceremony and reception.

Ritz Hotel Contact Information:

• Address:  Porras Street, Bo. Obrero, Davao, Davao del Sur, Philippines

• Phone:  +63 82 228 6885

Email: theritzgardenhotel@yahoo.com

I know this resort  since their opening, who wouldn't? The moment you arrive in Samal one of the first thing you will see is Camp Holiday Resort. Even though I know that they offer cheaper room rates compare to other resorts in Samal I still didn't go and check their resort why? It is because I thought who would like to go to this resort? It is just located next to the barge terminal for sure their beach is dirty and their resort is very small but I was wrong.

One day I was invited to go to this resort by my friend Hilda who is also a frustrated blogger like me xD check out her blog here http://fatfootadventures.blogspot.com/. It was her daughter's birthday which mean there will be free food so I thought why not go there might as well check the place.

When we reached the place I was surprised. Contrary to my belief the place  was so spacious. There were lots of free tables, chairs and open cottages for day tour guest. The area was clean. The beach has fine white sand. This is really a great place to hangout with friends and families. A very accessible  and budget friendly place. The free corkage for food is really a plus!

Below were the photos I took while waiting for lunch time.

Camp Holiday doesn't only have nice beach but they also have pool for kids and infinity pool exclusive for hotel guest. They also have hotel room, colored aircon cottages, dormitory room type, restaurant, billiards and function hall where it can hold a wedding reception and company activities. 

I wasn't able to take photos of their infinity pool since we just went here for a day tour  so I took one from their website.

Photo credit to Camp Holiday Resort

Camp Holiday Resort Entrance Fee:

DayTour

Adult: Php100.00 Free use of open cottages

Kids: Php80.00 (6-12  years old) Free use of open cottages and kid's swimming pool

Overnight

Adult: Php150.00 Free use of open cottages

Kids: Php100.00 (6-12  years old) Free use of open cottages and kid's swimming pool

FYI you can bring your own tent. Bringing your own food is allowed but drinks have corresponding corkages.

How to get there: 

You just have to go to Sasa Barge Terminal. If you have your own vehicle it would be better to leave it in their parking area in Sasa than to take your vehicle with you in the Barge. Barge rate for light 4 wheels vehicle is Php270 but without the vehicle you will only pay Php10.00 per person. More or less 10 minutes you will reach Samal Island Barge Terminal and there you will see Camp Holiday Resort.

By: Doris Jamoner

Once upon a time we received a text from Crown Regency that we won a 3 days and 2 nights voucher from a raffle but before we can have it we must stay for 90 minutes to listen to their advertisement so we opted to stay since they also offer free lunch but to my dismay it took us four hours and they just selling us this Club Ultima Timeshare well it is not for me it is very expensive. 

After the sale talk they tour us around crown regency that's when I had the opportunity to take photos of their place. 

Entrance

Reception Area

Reception Area

Restaurant

Unfortunately I forgot to take picture of their pool, I just took the first picture above from their website. Their pool located not in private area because it is just beside the pathway from entrance to their rooms and restaurant. 

The place is not that big however it is a good choice if you are as a tourist is looking for a place to stay while exploring Davao City. Their rooms are spacious especially family rooms. It has living room and kitchen downstairs and 2 rooms upstairs. 

Crown Regency Residences - Davao

J.P. Cabaguio Avenue, Agdao,
Davao City 8000 ,
Philippines

Phone Number: +63 82 225 8188
Email:reservations@crownregency.com

Website: http://www.crownregency-davao.com/  - http://davao.crownregency.net/

Doris Jamoner

Hi! It's been a long time since the last time I posted list of restaurants in Davao City but I'm back wohhh! If you want to check my 1st list Click Here for the 2nd list Click Here. This will be my last post of list of Restaurants as I will be posting the new ones individually. You will find them all in the food section/label.


Without further ado let's get started!



1. Jack Ridge Resort and Restaurant

The place was great. It has a nice view especially at night where you can see the city lights are like stars below. The staffs were very accommodating and caring so the 10% service charge was worth it. The food were awesome at a reasonable price.

Shrine Hills, Matina, Davao City, Philippines 8000.

2. Inengs

Sorry I can't find my photos for this restaurant perks of having thousand plus photo on  fb xD. Though this restaurant is a bit more expensive than the usual restaurants which serve grilled chicken and pork  barbecue but I tell you their food is delicious and worth your money.

Located at The Peak Gaisano Mall 

3. Gusteau's Restaurant

The food taste great and clean. The serving is good for 2-3 person. The price is a bit expensive but when you start eating their food you will surely say I don't regret going here. You should try their crab, squid and Sinigang so yummy!

Located at The Peak Gaisano Mall 

Photo credit to Gusteau's facbook page

4. Hukad

The food was cooked well. It taste good. I like the uniqueness because we used banana leaf as our plate.. so Filipino feels like I'm in my province. What I am disappointed is our food takes time to serve well I am ok with that but the worst is when I asked for a glass of water but it took so long and I have to follow up it twice and also for asking the bill I asked 2 different waiters to give us the bill but nothing happen  well I have no choice but to go to the counter and asked it personally and it seems they are not organized.

Located at Abreeza Mall and SM Lanang

5. Batu Cafe

My Coworker found this cafe while surfing the internet and suggested for me to try it since they open early and at the same time I'm always looking for a place to eat breakfast after work. This cafe has variety of choices on their menu some are even international cuisine. 

Located at Las Casitas Inn Rizal St, Poblacion District, Davao City, Davao del Sur 

6. Tapa King

They sell different kind of food made of Tapa. Tapa is dried or cured beef Just like any other ulam (main dish) in Filipino cuisine, tapa is usually partnered with rice. It can be garlic rice, java rice, plain rice or any other types of preparation. The best thing is they offer unli rice!

Located at Quirino Ave near Davao's Doctor Hospital

7. Chief Mong's Boneless Lechon

This restaurant is like Azon Boneless Lechon they also sell Lechon (roasted pig). The serving is small but it taste good not bad to give it a try.

Casabella Building Quirino Avenue corner, General Luna St, Davao City

8. Ka-an

The serving might be small but it is full of taste! You have the opt to have unli rice or regular rice. 

Located at Abreeza Mall

9. Master Bong

Korean Restaurants can be expensive so why not try Master Bong? It is located in Gmall Food court, they served delicious and affordable Korean dish!

10. Cafe Marius

We found this cafe when we were looking for a place to eat for our breakfast. They serve typical breakfast menu at php150 with egg and hot choco. I like the concept of this cafe and their theme color. it is my favorite color!

Located at Legaspi Suites Compund

11. Dong Juan

This restaurant is Heaven!!!! I swear this restaurant is a must try. Their food is awesome period. I have nothing more to say I am speechless! 

Located at Abreeza Mall

12. Dimsum Break

If you are tired of eating in Dimsum Diner and Mandarin you can try Dimsum Break. It is delicious, lots of choices and affordable with good servings.

Located at Gaisano Mall

13. T-Cup Zone

This is a newly open restaurant which serve Taiwanese food and milk tea. It is located near my office so sometimes I eat here for dinner. Opens 9:00 am to 1:30 am. I wish they open earlier like 7:00 am so that I can have my breakfast here after my shift. I really love this place though I'm not fond of Milk tea but I love their food.

That's all folks! I hope I didn't forget anything. If there are other restaurants here in Davao  that you want to recommend please let me know by commenting below. 

Check out my other list

List of Restaurant in Davao Part 1

List Of Restaurants in Davao Part 2