iArea code: (82)
Currency: Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TRIVIA Davao City is also known as “The Durian City” because it is known for its very delicious durian fruits. It is another very cosmopolitan city in the South that is busy and bustling and has a lot going on, every day of the week
TOUCHDOWN Francisco Bangoy International Airport or the Davao International Airport is about 15 minutes away from the city center. Davaoeño cab drivers are known for their honesty
BY DAY Loleng’s Mountain Spring Resort outside Davao City features a playground, chapel, a restaurant, and a spring water swimming pool. Tel: (82) 221 1099
BY NIGHT For good eating and a fun ambience, try Coco’s Grill. It’s a family-diner style restaurant, with a “sports-bar” feel. A large screen TV that usually features sporting events. F Torres St
SLEEP Microtel Davao has chiropractor-approved beds, complimentary breakfast, and Internet connectivity. Damosa Gateway Complex Mamay Rd, Lanang
LOCAL LIFE
Kimberly Dawn T Yuste
student
Best breakfast
Café Marco at Marco Polo gives you the best breakfast banquet
Best night out
Damosa Gateway is the place to be to while the night away
Best dinner
Coco’s and Bigby’s will surely satisfy those hungry bellies Best buys Chinatown’s shops will turn you into a shopaholic. Lots to see and buy!
Best souvenirs
Davao’s world-famous juicy pomelos and malongs, sajals and sarongs from Aldevinco
Must-do experience
Visit Davao’s nature parks for fresh air, outdoor activities and sightseeing
Must learn…
Cebuano — almost 75% of the city population speaks it
Insider’s tip
Plan to visit on March 16 (Araw ng Dabaw) or third week of August for Kadayawan
Bookmark This Post
