Vanishing Island at the Island Garden City of Samal
One luxury we have here in Davao is our proximity to the ocean and the beach. The Island Garden City of Samal (IGACOS) is around 10 minutes to 1 hour away depending on which part of the island you’re going to and from which wharf you’re coming from. One islet that belongs to IGACOS is the Vanishing Island.
Remember when former Binibining Pilipinas Universe Charlene Gonzales was asked how many island there are in the Philippine archipelago? And she answered with “Low tide or high tide?” I’m not too sure if she was talking about the IGACOS Vanishing Island but it is one of those islands that vanish during high tide. When we went there for the Davao Food Appreciation Tour, it was before lunch time and the tide was still low. Lookie…
Vanishing Island during Low Tide
Image by Renz Bulseco of The Traveling Nomad.
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Take an Island Cruise on this Banca
After a successful launch in Cebu, Islands Banca Cruises is finally in Davao.
On a sunny afternoon, two white and orange bancas took their maiden voyages in the Davao channel, taking locals and tourists on a relaxing cruise from Davao City to the Garden City of Samal Island.
Islands Banca Cruises is the brainchild of the people behind Island Souvenirs. Realizing the need to bridge the gap and fulfil the request of Philippine tourists, Island Banca Cruises launched customized island hopping tours in Cebu. With their success in Cebu, Island Banca Cruises partnered with Davao entrepreneur Kirby Te to launch the Island Banca Cruises franchise in Davao.
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Green Windows Dormitel Davao
If you’re looking for comfortable accommodations in Davao City, look no more. Green Windows Dormitel has airconditioned rooms with hot and cold shower, an LCD TV, and free WiFi access. Green Windows Dormitel has a common living room area, a dining room, laundry service, and 24 hours security and CCTV systems to make sure your stay in Davao City is comfortable and safe.
Green Windows Dormitel is located at the heart of Davao City, near restaurants, coffee shops, malls, and with easy access to all kinds of public transportation.
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The Majestic Philippine Eagle
There are so many things to do, so many food to eat, and so many sights to see when you’re in Davao City. My Davao City is the perfect place to experience all the best tourist activities, the mountainside and the beach are both just a few minutes away from the urban center, the food is fresh and affordable, and the people are friendly and helpful.
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Island Garden City of Samal
A trip to Davao is not complete without a visit to the beach. Why? Because the beach is 10 minutes away. And it’s damn nice! Plus, it’s a 100% typhoon free city so you can visit the beach anytime of the year.
The DFAT 2010 Team took advantage of this. And with ETours, enjoyed the beach and all it had to offer. We availed of the Davao island hopping tour package which included a tour guide, a boat ride around the Island Garden City of Samal (IGaCoS), and use of snorkelling sets.
Kring Elenzano of Flippish went to Davao City and she dared to ride the Zorb Ball and the Zipline.
Watch as she takes on two of Davao’s outdoor adventures…
