Safe Snorkeling, Everyone!

Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned snorkeler or diver, there are still a lot of tips that you need to keep in mind when going underwater. They are not necessarily technical stuff that you need to study or memorize. Instead, these are general safety tips to enjoy and make the most out of your snorkeling sessions!

Be confident in the water - confidence is the key! Believe in yourself and you can actually do it. For open water snorkeling, you can carry a highly visible swim buoy so you are easily noticeable for the people around you

Buy good quality snorkeling equipment - good investment really pays off. Do not ever compromise the quality of your gears just because you found a cheaper option. Remember good quality requires money. Buying from untrusted manufacturers might risk your safety out there.

Find a snorkel buddy - do not be too complacent and find someone you can bring along with you when you snorkel. Unexpected emergency situations can happen so it’s better if you can help each other out.

Stay hydrated but no alcohol - if you just had one heck of a party last night then it’s better to postpone your snorkeling plans. Swimming under the impact of alcohol could lead to dangerous situations.

Take a rest after eating - Do not go snorkeling when your tummy is full. The waves and accidentally drinking saltwater might mix up your stomach resulting in discomfort and feel of sickness. Eat light but nutritive food like fruits, vegetables, salads with chicken, wholemeal pasta which will give you energy for swimming.

These are just some tips that you need to remember in order to make sure that your snorkeling session is enjoyable and 100% safe. These tips will help minimize the chances of discomfort and/ or accidents.

If you’re from Davao and you want to experience the best of snorkeling, then just type “Where is Camp Bernardino” on Google and you’ll find it to be the best snorkeling spot in Davao Oriental. Camp Bernardino de Lavigan’s water activities include not just snorkeling but also diving, boating, and fishing. What to do in Camp Bernardino? Go snorkeling now! Check them out now on their website at www.campbernardino.com

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No Filter: My Personal Experience With Xpress Eats Davao

As an on-the-go person, I have always been on the lookout for food delivery services since it is not everytime that I get to cook my own meal. Although I have already tried numerous food outlets, only few have satisfactory delivery services. While some offer high-quality foods, sometimes the pace of delivery is just inconsistent. Who would want slow delivery? No one.

Meanwhile, many online food delivery services have emerged, but there's something that really caught my attention because of the numerous good reviews it received. I mean, reviews are just flooding the internet and every time I search for amenities in an online food outlet, clients' testimonials prove that its service is really impressive. Tired of all the inconsistencies and slow delivery I have experienced from my past food outlets, I am far from believing those seemingly overstated clients' testimonials and yet at the same time, I'm also desperate in finding a really helpful restaurant. Out of curiosity, I still tried out this food outlet they call Xpress Eats and tried my luck no matter how doubtful I am. Xpress Eats is basically an online Metropolitan Eatery serving home cooked Filipino dishes available for curbside, pick up, and delivery and since I don't wanna put in too much effort, I chose the delivery option.

And so here it goes. Starting with the food, in all fairness, I really have to say that all my expectations were turned upside down because there is a wide array of foods to choose from. Not to mention that it is affordable because they offer it both in Party trays and single meals. One by one, I have managed to taste all of their single meals, and I'm more than glad to say that all of it comes with veggies, which health-wise, is a total benefit. One meal is already composed of two viands which makes it so much more practical. Regarding the flavor, there's nothing more I can say than it being a haven of comfort, like you literally can just sink in the couch and indulge with it the whole day. My personal favorite is the burger steak because the cream is just so silky and the steak itself feels full-bodied inside your mouth. 

On the other hand, talking about the delivery. I have to say that the inconvenience I have experienced before is now replaced with a very quick delivery right at my doorstep. I don't know with the other options because I haven't tried them yet, but judging from the delivery service they offered, surely other options are also as impressive.

All in all, Xpress Eats' food and delivery service combined is just outstanding that if you would ask me right now about the best of Davao online restaurants and delivery, I'd highly recommend Xpress Eats. What I once doubted is now my immediate answer to questions like "where to eat in Davao this 2020". This Davao Restaurant also comes with curbside delivery that makes it a total package. There's just no other like Xpress Eats.

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