Travel Through Life with Me

 
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I remember so well way-back in Bohol, said a promise to myself that if given a chance to set foot on the Land of Promise, DAVAO I will not pass a chance to have my picture taken on that large marker , LAND OF PROMISE and climb Mt. Apo.

In November 2001 , I arrived to the Land of Promise for a vacation that turn into job hunting and finally got a job. I was able to established my career and have my own family. It's been almost 9 years since I reside here in Davao City but that little promise of mine have yet to be fulfilled. I've been to different places, almost traveled the whole of Mindanao but I've never been to that large marker, LAND OF PROMISE.

Not until today, we decided to pay a visit to The GAP Orchard Resort . This resort is located in Green Meadows , Ma-a , Davao City. Fortunately, this time we are living just  a ten minute walk , away  from the resort. Entrance fee is Php30 and if you want to take a dip in their junior olympic size swimming pool, you will just add Php50 .

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The resort has cottages and campsites , cangga ride , horseback riding , swimming pool , convention halls and World War II cave. There are also statue collections , The Conferencia ng mga Multo , The Parade of Philippine Presidents , The Parade of Greatest Heroes and Ang Parada ng mga Katutubong Tribo. 

We were planning to take a dip in the pool , but since we arrived late the pool was already closed. Too bad but not that bad since my little promise way back saw its fulfillment today. In the meantime , swimming in that Junior Olympic size pool will have to wait, anyway we are already living near in this resort. 

The whole experience was beautiful and revealing. And we also get to taste Apple Mangoes.

For inquiries , reservations and bookings , you may contact them at telephone nos. ( 082 ) 224-2671 / 227-5834

 
I've got three moles in my left foot. I know I was born to travel. And my job as a key account specialist for a publishing company fits me so much. No matter how near or far our travels may be, it helps to be ready all the time.In my never-ending trips, I pick some helpful tips to make our travels as enjoyable as it can be without compromising our safety and being comfy!

So, here are the few trip tips I wanna share. Hope it helps.


PRIOR TO YOUR TRIP.
  • Bring only the essentials. That means bring only the most important things like clothes , comfortable shoes , toiletries , water , first aid kit and not to forget your digicam ( for the souvenirs! )
  • Pack light. Avoid those unnecessary baggage.
  • Checklist... Checklist. Prepare a checklist of what to bring , where to go , what to do and what to buy.
  • Research. Research in the internet , read travel blogs , trip advisor about the place you're going to visit . In that way you have more or less an idea of the place.
  • Make reservations ahead.

DURING YOUR TRIP.
  • Take nothing but pictures.
  • Leave nothing but footprints.
  • Kill nothing but time.

AFTER YOUR TRIP.
  • Learn...learn...learn...!

And lastly , just enjoy! Life is too short to dwell much on imperfections! Carpe Diem!


 
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A very breathtaking experience! Imagine yourself strolling on a pristine powdery white sand beach, looking across a beautifully shaped island cove , picture gazing a sunset horizon while lying on a hammock set under lush trees, hearing the waves clash calmly against the shore. This are the few soothing pleasure Dakak Park Beach Resort can offer.Dakak Park Beach Resort is situated in Brgy. Taguilon , Dapitan City. Approximately 15 minute ride from the City.  Conveniently surrounded by large island, Dakak avoids the typhoon belt, making it the ideal all-season destination.

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Dakak's accommodation consists of 144 beautifully appointed rooms built in native style duplex bungalows ,26 Bungalows, 106 Deluxe Bungalows and 12 Beachfront Bungalows.Sensitively designed in keeping with the natural surroundings, the distinctive native style cottages are constructed in traditional bamboo and nipa leaves, and feature marble tiled bathrooms and capiz shell window panes.

Each bungalow is equipped with airconditioner, color television, NDD/IDD telephone, mini-bar, shower/bath with hot and cold running water, dressing area and main bedroom.

You will absolutely not get bored in Dakak. They have wide array of outdoor activities to choose from. The snorkeling and diving here is truly exhilirating. With professional diving school and dive boat all at your disposal you can head out on a dive cruise for anything up to ten days with full provisions aboard. Whilst back on land, tennis and golf come complete with professional instruction. There's Archery, billiards, ten-pin bowling and horse back riding down tropical trails.