tawidtayo|Stirring in a spoonful of life.

Diving way down south this summer season is hotter than ever, the Queen City of the South certainly has some great spots uniquely distinct for both the city dwellers and beach bunnies alike. We’ve divided our Davao Experience into two, catering to both genres.

First up is the nature trail in Davao City, it is the home of the famous Davao Crocodile Park. The park showcases not only the friendly amphibians but it expanded and made several habitats for birds, snakes and fishes making it a mini-zoo in itself. Ideal for graders and nature-lovers, the trip is headed by a resident tour guide but we stayed to linger around and watch the crocodiles soak up in the pool.

Heading up to the mountains, Malagos Garden Resort gave more emphasis to birds and butterflies. They have their own butterfly sanctuary and the place couldn’t come even closer to nature as this haven.
During mornings and especially for scheduled educational trips, they host bird shows to give more info out about our feathered friends and to also present the funny yet amazing tricks their birds there could do. With so many things to do there, we never got bored. We even climbed their 4-storey tree house which leaned towards its side as we reached the top. Talk about an adventure!

Davao indeed preserves so much of it natural resources to make their lands adaptable for all species, be it humans or animals. Up next in Davao City Part 2, let’s look into relaxation - the Davaoeño way and find out more must-see places in the South.

March 28, 2009, Saturday 8:30 - 9:30 PM. 1 Billion People. Tawidtayo supports the Earth Hour here in Bacolod City. As little as this may be, we urge everyone, wherever you may be, to turn off all lights around your area and take a stand to save Mother Earth.

For more information about Earth Hour, its supporters and what more you can do for earth, go to www.earthhour.org.

The sand and the sea. The waves and the waters. The bikinis and the happy hour. Boracay is like a door into paradise, morphing city life into ultra blue skies, warm white sands and smiling people. At first we enjoyed the super white beaches in Station 1, especially the crazy night parties the clubs there throw at the wee hours of the night.

But then on a second thought, further on exploring Station 3 certainly made us feel the ultimate relaxation the island has to offer. They’ve got the coziest coffee houses and since everyone was at Station 1 the restos and even the coasts were only filled with sun-bathing tourists.

The island hopping package offered by local tourist guides is certainly a must-try. If the main island is good, wait till you see the beautiful islets surrounding it. Our favorite event happens daily from 4 to 7 PM – the Happy Hour Promo. Almost all bars and restaurants offer lower prices for beer at this time, so imagine drunken people at 6PM right before dinner. Haha! Take a stroll during dinner time and enjoy shoreline buffets and sandcastle displays all over Station 1 & 2.

Here, we have gathered our great shots with the hope that it may bring the sizzling island experience to fog up your screens. Don’t miss the heat of the tropics at the Summer Capital of the Philippines - Boracay Island.

Last summer, we were sucking up the Boracay Happy Hour looking for a way to present more out of Bora from a different angle. After the breath taking view, the inviting beach and the all out parties, we thought – What else IS in Boracay. We were shocked when the answer stared us at our faces – Vacant Rooms.