Villa Margarita Davao

... For trekkers and nature enthusiasts seeking higher grounds, climbing mount Putting Bato, the highest peak in the Island, towering 1.362 feet above sea level, promises to be a great adventure. The stunning mountain slopes lend themselves for fascinating escapades and the changes in the landscape are astonishing. Samal is ideal for walking, one can go almost everywhere around the island to discover the unbeaten paths. The Island has two waterfalls ...

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 ...

... next couple of days I was welcomed with open arms into their family and extended family as they ...

... has none of the creature comforts found in more developed pleasure grounds. Still largely unspoiled by "progress", it has no pay phones, no restobars, no souvenir shops, and no fancy cottages where you can spend the night. Whenever I stay there for longer hours, I usually pitch my own tent and bring along my food and drinks. Despite its simplicity, the resort's au naturel charms pluck at my heartstrings and makes me want to savor for hours ...

... and we have already seen eagles in cages at the resort. Our American friend said it was a waste of time going there, though he did recommend Paradise Island resort, and particularly another island, but with limited transport so not suitable for our relatively short stay.So we will head for General Santos City tomorrow, and possibly Lake Sebu, though I'm a bit worried about taking Yoong to a place she may see as too primitive. Raymond's Travel Page

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... a fair distance between the major centers. Eventually we entered the familiar territory of Surigao del Norte, the lush green hills, the quarries and ubiquitous mine sites. Surigao area is rich in minerals, particularly gold. It's also famous for one of the great naval battles of the Pacific Campaign off WWII, the battle of the Surigao Straights. Dozens of ships lay at the bottom of the straights, making a wreck divers paradise.

... taking the underground tram to our departure gate. The 747 was to leave at 9:10, but while we waited the departure time was delayed several times. At one point, I left one of my carryon bags in front of my seat next to my family and went to the restroom. When I returned, a woman was sitting in the seat. My bag was still in front of the chair, she had moved her legs to the side. I stood in front of Fiona talking to her as she sat next to the woman, and touched my ...

... to lose my balance but not my patience. Inching my way through the sloping terrain interspersed with thick and lofty cogon grass, I finally set foot on solid, low-lying ground.<br> <br> Black Saturday. The cold was unforgiving during the wee hours of the morning. The three layers of clothes plus two sweatshirts, pair of socks and bonnet that I wore failed to drive away the chill but they kept me from getting hypothermic. I buried myself into the sleeping bag ...

... in the blast. Abu Sayyaf has its base down in Zamboanga in the southwest tip of Mindanao. Zamboanga is a strong center of traditional banditry now masquarading as fashionalbe jihadist Islam. We won't go there.... After lunch we traveled to the Macaraegs' house and toured the Church office which is in their home. We enjoyed a unique rooftop dinner and fellowship with the Macaraegs in the evening. We were some durian for desert. The size of a ...