Robelle Mansion Manila National Capital Region

Mountain trekking, white water rafting, surfing, caving and a host of other activities translate to an exhilarating, unforgettable adventure travels. But after the rush and the photo souvenirs, you ask yourself, what impact have I done? What meaning is there out of these energy rush?<br>Well, if you get into this self-questioning mode, which you will eventually - for traveling opens up your world and your sensibilities - there are ...

... are tucked away in picturesque corners of the province.<br><br> Never travel on an empty stomach so, last but not the least, there is one more thing that is one of the main attractions in the city. It is the Mindanaoan cuisine, variety is the word that best describes Philippine food. When it comes to the local cuisine this exotic Island is better known for its Balut, Durian and Lechon baboy, delicacies for those with an open appetite ...

... and tuna are also abundant.<br><br> <br>There are several resorts in the area that render affordable accommodations for anyone who wants to spend a simple vacation with family, relatives and friends. The Tropicana, the London Beach Resort, T'boli, Rajah and the Maharlika Resort are the perfect seaside sanctuaries, a great place for romantic getaways and the ultimate hideaway for beach lovers. <br><br><br>If you're looking for a ...

... in this museum one can take a close look at and understand the culture of the people of Davao. There is also the shrine of the holy infant Jesus of Prague; this site has an open air chapel with replicas of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague and that of Our Lady of Fatima.. The people of Davao celebrate their festivals trough out the year, but the most globally known is the Kadayawan sa Dabaw festival. <br><br>This festival, celebrated every 3rd Week of ...

... is the tie that binds the communities from this region together and a testament from a sophisticated culture that has little equal in other parts of the Philippines.<br><br>The land of Kota Batu, where once the fierce Moro warriors crossed their swords with their adversaries has become a progressive community dealing with modern problems. The stone fort is not there anymore, it is replaced with modern concrete structures and the sound of karaoke has taken over the ...

... this "Mano Po" shows their respect for elderly people. Really something different than the gesture that is more common used in the place where I came from, the raised middle finger from an adolescent stuttering three and four letter words.<br><br>During my frequent visits I have learned to be more humble and to show my appreciation and affection for the people that surround me. To be more grateful for the things in daily life that I always consider to be normal and ...

Thu 15th October 2009<br><br>We were going to leave Davao today. Yesterday we had just swum that's all. I got sun burned too. We were going to leave at 1pm. So we had enough time. I, Michelle and Dad went to breakfast for dinner it was our last meal in Marco Polo Hotel. I had lots so that I wouldn&#8217;t be hungry at lunchtime. We went to the airport but our plane for ...

Tue. 13 October 2009<br><br>Davao<br><br>We woke up at 5:30 and took a taxi to the board the plane to Davao. We were going to stay at Marco Polo hotel. It only took one hour and thirty minutes. We flew on Philippines Airlines. I sat by Mum this time. When arrived we took the hotel's taxi to Macro Polo. Davao was like a small town. It was in Mindanao. We arrived at the hotel it looked like the only fancy building in Davao. There was a ...

... in to use the beach for a small fee. The people in GenSan were very nice. Some seemed flattered I would make the trip down here. Others looked in confusion as to why a young guy like me would be down here.<br><br> The next day. The Uncle who drove us to Tropicana picked us up. And took me for a tour around the CBD. And then to show me Manny Pacquios house. He unfortunetely was in a meeting despite strong attempts of negoitiating with his entourage to let me meet ...

... which was the sort of private army of Mayor Rodrigo Duterte. The mayor was very much pro tourism, (but not necessarily pro U. S. and very much anti drug). My fiancee was a social worker at a drug rehab center and on Fridays I would sometimes accompany her and her colleagues on "home visits". I learned a lot and really got to see the real Davao. There was a driver for the ...