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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3 Sure Ways to Support Your Local Farmer

Whether you’re a newbie in the local food scene or you’ve been buying and supporting your community farmers for the longest time, you’re already making a big difference and impact in the lives of our small farmers, small food producers, and small food distributors whom, as we all know, have been gravely hit especially this time of the pandemic. If you’re still assessing how and where to spend your money, best invest it in your local food system and local community.

 

Shop at local gardening stores. For your seeds, soil, garden plants, supplies, and other backyard gardening needs, shop at local gardening stores. Frequent the local garden shop and nurseries instead of big home improvement stores for soil, pots, seeds, starter plants, vermicompost, and organic fertilizers. These stores are usually small and family-owned and are probably not as busy, so employees will have more time to give you personal attention and gardening tips.

 

Buy from local grocers instead of chain supermarkets. Small grocers are the middlemen that make local food and other by-products available to you every day of the week. They often sell value-added products such as cheese, jams, chocolates, marinated fish and meat, and other produce that may not be available at the wet market. At the very least, you’re making a statement to the big supermarkets that you wish to see more local options on their selections.

 

Eat at farm-to-table restaurants and cafes. You might find yourself paying a bit more when you opt to dine at farm-to-table food outlets but your purchase will help local farmers continue to provide food for their community, and more importantly, it won’t be induced with hormones, antibiotics, and GMOs. Another thing to consider as well is not just if it’s sustainably grown but also if it is observing fair trade. Fairtrade refers to the way workers are treated and not how the crops are grown. This makes your money’s worth more valuable.

 

Local isn’t just a fad or a niche, it’s an economic force. Be loyal, buy local. Support “support local” initiatives by the likes of Malagos Garden Resort and other Davao best resorts. I shop my fresh local produce from them via their online store Malagos Homegrown Produce. Delivery within Davao City is available!

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Popular Beach Destination in Mindanao

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Majority people dream of having a stress reliving vacation to somewhere far away and exotic life in the city or work. Maybe just to have fun with your family and special someone. No matter what is your reason there are vacation place near that can help you fulfill this vacation dream you’re longing. Awesome place like Samal Island and the famous Talicud island that is full of fantastic beach resort, Glan Sarangani the municipality that possess white beach, the wonderful islands of Surigao with harmless jelly fish, the waves of Dahican Mati Davao Oriental and more unexplored beach resorts of zambuanga, you also include the lovely Camiguin island. Mindanao is really fun to tour. Beaches in Mindanao are affordable that you think of.

Information that can be helpful in visiting this popular beach spot in Mindanao.

Samal Island and the famous Talicud Island

This is just a 10 Km away from Davao City. Just ride a pump boat to reach this amazing island with so many places to go. Samal Island has a 5 star resort like pearl Farm with a world class hotel service. If you want a private resort you can go to bali-bali beach resort.

Talicud Island is the best place for overnight because it’s far from the busy environment of the city. 

Glan Sarangani

If you want a cool road trip and end up with the beautiful white beach then go to Gumasa Glan Sarangani and enjoy the nature. Best day to go is weekend where people from neighboring cities also enjoying the white pure sand beach. There are resorts that offers really affordable price. So you don’t need to worry where to stay.

Surigao Beaches

Indeed Philippines is really blessed with white beach and one of a kind tourist destination.

The crystal water and sugary shorelines of Cagwait White Beach Resort. Often compared to Waikiki Beach in Hawaii, USA. It is located in the province of Surigao del sur, just a 35 minute drive from Marihatag.

The gorgeous white sand with lined coconut trees at Cagwait White Beach.

Good Made tinuy-an falls is really one of the famous destination in suriagao del sur plus the britania islets.

Surigao del norte also have a picture perfect destination they also have islets that can be enjoy by everyone. There perfect wave is really there pearl because surfer from different place in the world ride there wave.

Dahican Mati Davao Oriental

A rising skim boarding water sports is Mati's main attraction because the latest skim board champion comes from their place. They also have nice beach and cool resort.

 A lot of awesome beach in Mindanao is not yet map so let’s explore and enjoy the beauty that good give to us.

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Banana Beach Resort, Tagum City

Tagum City is one of the best city in Mindanao, it is clean and peaceful. The government of Tagum also active in promoting their own tourism spot. One of this new beach resorts that Tagum city have is the 5 star resorts in Madaum Tagum city. It is not white beach but definitely the quality of fun and activity that you can get in this resort is comparable to any best beach destination in the Philippines. This beach resort is called Banana Beach Resort.

Banana Beach Resort Activity:

Open Cottage of Banana Beach Resort

 River Tour: Take a cruise on the Madaum River and get a glimpse of the different tribes in Davao del Norte, as birds serenade you through a stretch of rich mangroves surrounding the river. Enjoy a unique Davao vacation!

 Forest Tour: Nature trips are best enjoyed at the Banana Beach. Bask in the beauty of Hijo’s private Forest as you take a leisurely walk on the hanging bridges and observe packs of Philippine macaques (monkeys) roaming the area.

Orchard Garden

 Orchard Tour: Pick a variety of in season fruits at the Orchard like Durian, Mangosteen, Lanzones, Pomelo, and Rambutan. A unique escape that can only be found in Banana Beach, a unique Davao Resort.

 Plantation Tour: Enrich your mind as you learn the artistry of growing bananas and harvesting coconuts at the plantation. Learn and understand the research and meticulous process behind each Hijo’s Twin Rivers product.

 Twilight Safari Tour: Excite your senses as you explore Hijo’s forest at twilight, in search for wild boars at their natural habitat. A tour that is only available in an exciting Davao Beach Resort, the Banana Beach.

 Trading Post Tour: Purchase newly-harvested bananas (lacatan and latundan) and other local fruits that are in season. Hijo’s Twin Rivers products (Coco Sugar, Coco Syrup, and Calamansi Pureé) are also available here.

 Banana Beach Resort Room Rates:

Caritas Room

Casitas

Native-inspired, non-air conditioned accommodations for day use or overnight stay.

No. of Persons  Weekday Rate  Weekend Rate

Single (2)             2-4          PhP 2,800            PhP 3,500

Family (7)            4-6          PhP 3,800            PhP 4,500

Air-Conditioned Casitas

Cabin-style, air conditioned accommodations for overnight stay.

No. of Units        No. of Persons  Weekday Rate  Weekend Rate

6                              2-4                          PhP 5,000            PhP 6,000

*Additional guest(s) is charged PhP 700/person.

Family Tea House

Open-air pavilions for day use

No. of Persons  Rates     Inclusions

Small (7)               4-8          PhP 1,200/unit  Iced tea for 4

Big (2)   8-16       PhP 2,500/unit  Iced tea for 8

The Spot

Things to Do at Banana Beach Resort:

Banana Beach Water Activities

Banana Boat

Kayak

Skimboard

Paddle Board

Trampoline

Banana Beach Fun and Games

Beach Volleyball

Ultimate Frisbee

Horseback Riding

Children’s Playground

Banana Beach Restaurant and Bar

Sunken Bar of Banana Beach resort

Savor the rich taste of local dishes to excite your palate and take you on a flavorful journey.

Banana Beach Swimming Pool

Features a sunken bar where you can enjoy a cool tropical drink while fully submerged in purified clear waters.

 

Banana Beach Basic Passport P750

Valid for one (1) whole day.

Unlimited use of infinity pool.

Fully consumable on food and drinks, activities, equipment and other facilities rental.

Find your spot at The Spot

Fishing Hut Rentals P1,200/day

Inclusive of two (2) Fishing Rods

Charge/kilo* for fish caught:

Bangus P280/kilo

Talakitok P280/kilo

*inclusive of cooking charges

Address:

Banana Beach Resort

Hijo Plantation

Brgy. Madaum, Tagum City

Davao del Norte

Telephone:

Tel (084) 400-3358

Mobile Phone:

Give us a call

+63 917 637 8438

+63 917 633 7000

+63 917 633 7019

+63 999 885 1855             

+63 999 885 1856             

+63 82 282 3662

+63 82 282 3757

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Sea World Oasis

Last June I featured the best resorts in Comval province and Sea World Oasis is one of them. Now I have new amazing photos to share and open your eyes how beautiful this place to be with. You will not regret expending your time on money to this king of resort because rest assured you will have fun.

 

Kids love to play and when they saw the slide and added with the perfect pool for kids then there adrenaline goes higher, so the place is really perfect for them. Also the resort add the best playground for your kid.

 

One of my lovely experiences in this resort is the romantic sunset. When you are with your special someone and observing this event there is no word that can express how romantic this is.

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