#Ayala Mall (also known as Ayala Center) is located at Cebu Business Park

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Ayala Center in Cebu City.

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Developments That Will Change Cebu’s Landscape

Cebu is considered as the next preferred choice in affordable living, comfortable retirement, business expansions, hospitality, leisure and tourism. Reaching almost 6 million in population, it is the 2nd highly urbanized 1st income city next to Metro Manila. With its growing demand and the vision to become a world-class city and a top global destination, here is a list of major developments that could change Cebu’s landscape in 10 years.

 Connectivity:

 It is important that when a city grows, its supporting infrastructures must complement the demand of its growing populace. Here is a list of anticipated developments that will connect people to their destinations and boost Cebu’s economy especially in the real estate sector.

 The first resort airport in the world – Mactan-Cebu International Airport.

 •             Being the 2nd biggest international gateway in the Philippines, it will be undergoing a major expansion to become the first resort airport in the world with a capacity to accommodate 12.5 million passengers per year from its current 4.5 million and with increased direct flights connecting major cities in the world. The expansion project of the new terminal is scheduled to complete in 2018 while the improvement on the existing terminal will be completed in 2019.

 •             The 3rd Mactan Bridge – Cebu-Cordova Bridge.

 •             This 8.25 kilometer tollroad will connect SRP to Cordova town in Mactan. This bridge will help decongest the traffic in the two existing bridges and decrease the travel time for vehicles travelling from southern Cebu to Mactan and vice versa. This promising project is scheduled to start mid-2018 and its facility completed in 2020.

 •             Mass Public Transport – Cebu Bus Rapid Transit System

 •             It will be the first operational bus rapid transit system in the Philippines with its first implementation done in Cebu City and later on expand to Mandaue City, Talisay City, Lapu-Lapu City and soon to be integrated into the 300 hectare South Road Properties, a developing mega-township in Cebu. The first phase spanning 11 kilometers will start from Bulacao to Ayala with segregated busways and terminals along its path. The second phase will reach Talamban with an additional 6 kilometer distance. The project will start end of 2016 and the first route scheduled to be operational by the end of 2018.

Modernization and Relocation of the Cebu International Container Port

 •             Central Visayas has experienced massive economic expansion lately which created the need to relocate the Cebu International Container Port into a bigger 25 hectare property situated in Tayud, Consolacion and decongest the old container port in Cebu City. This project is envisioned to become a modern international container port that can sustain the demands of Cebu’s growing economy. It will start its implementation by 3rd quarter of 2017 and to be completed 2nd quarter of 2020.

 •             Proposed Cebu-Bohol Friendship Bridge

 If the proposed Cebu-Bohol Friendship Bridge is implemented, it will spur big economic impact in both provinces and this will complement the 3rd Mactan Bridge. Cebu and Bohol are well-known for its beaches, natural landmarks and cultural heritage which can spark increased tourism revenues. This bridge is proposed to pass through Cordova town and into Jetafe, Bohol with a 17 kilometer distance and if this will materialize, developers are encouraged to establish villages in Bohol to accommodate the workers in Mactan Economic Zones, hotel chains and world class resorts in Mactan.

•             Proposed Iloilo-Guimaras-Negros-Cebu Link Bridge

 The plan, tagged to be the most ambitious bridge program in the Philippines, is to connect four islands in the Visayas which is Iloilo, Guimaras, Negros and Cebu. The distance of these bridge-links will range from two to 10 kilometers and this will allow people to travel to Iloilo-Cebu on land. This initiative is part of the administration’s plan to spread the developments and spur growth across the Philippines and decongest Manila. More information will be released next year with the plan to complete this mega project within 6 years.

 Commercial & Economic Expansions

 Cebu is often regarded as the most strategic location outside Manila to start or expand a business because of its geographical advantage. It serves as the middle ground for businesses connecting all major regions in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. This small island with a total land area of 4,943.72 sqm has been a frequent destination of trade and commerce since time immemorial and is considered the 2nd most important urban center in the Philippines. With this advantage, more than 80% of inter-island shipping companies are based in Cebu. In business, let us take a look of upcoming industrial and commercial expansions in Cebu.

 •             Minglanilla Industrial Park

 This 100 hectare industrial park located in Brgy. Tulay and Calajoan is scheduled to employ 75,000 workers by 1st quarter of 2017. The five phase masterplan that will house light   industries such as manufacturing firms will have modern commercial support amenities and is  considered a landmark development in Minglanilla because it can generate thousand of jobs for people living in the southern part of Cebu.

 •             South Road Properties

 •             It is a 300 hectare reclaimed mixed use development that is set to complete by 2025. It is situated along Cebu City’s east coast and is planned to become a smart city with world class system and facilities that is bound to compete with other modern cities  in the world. It is   expected to support the growing demand of business offices and commercial spaces and elevate the quality of life of its residents.

Citta di Mare

 •             Citta di Mare which literally means “City By The Sea” combines the experience of city and resort- inspired living that is envisioned to become the new lifestyle capital of Cebu creating the dynamic mix of live, work and play concept. Filinvest, the developer of this township, owns more      than 70 hectare tract of land in South Road Properties (SRP) and they plan to build landmarks   and various amenities that will catapult Cebu to become a major destination in the world.

 •             SM Seaside Complex

 It is a 30 hectare mixed use complex in South Road Properties with SM Seaside City, dubbed as the 3rd largest shopping mall in the Philippines, as its centerpiece. The mall features a Sky Park on its roof, an Olympic size ice-skating rink, an 18-lane bowling center, a 150 meter tall viewing deck, the iconic 21 by 21 meter “Cube” and with more than 400 retail stores. It also plans to build an Ocean Park and an indoor arena with a 16,000 seating capacity.

•             Mandani Bay

 Mandani Bay is a 20 hectare master-planned urban community with a mix of residential, retail and office components. Their vision is to transform Cebu into a world class lifestyle destination and this development will be spearheaded by Hong Kong Land which is a well-known developer of state-of-the-art facilities and landmarks in other major cities in Hong Kong, China, Singapore etc.. On top of its quality finishes and premium amenities is its 500 meter marina and boardwalk where occupants can enjoy the sunrise and sunset all day.

 •             Gatewalk Central - The Dynamic Center of Mandaue

 The 17.5 hectare property will feature offices, retail strips, residences, open parks and a new Ayala mall. This upcoming development with the Ayala and Aboitiz brand will generate more than 9,000 jobs once the mall and BPO offices will be operational by 2019.

•             The Mactan Newtown

 The first township project of Megaworld outside Luzon. It sits on a 28.8 hectare estate and it will become the first cyberpark with access to the famous Mactan beach. Following the live-work-play concept, it will become a premiere address for high-end office towers, luxury condominiums, leisure amenities, retail shops, distinguished school and upscale hotels. By 2021, the township is projected to accommodate an estimated 45,000 workers in the IT-BPO sector.

With this mega infrastructures on the rise and the economic potential of Cebu to become a world class destination for tourism, BPO-IT, manufacturing zones etc…, it is forecasted that other towns and neighbouring provinces will follow or complement this economic boom. In real estate, this equates to a highly active marketplace and a sunshine opportunity for investors. And HotProperty.ph will help connect you to the property of your liking.

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Davao City Travel Guide for First-time Travelers

Out of Town Blog Davao City Travel Guide for First-time Travelers

Davao City Travel Guide

Davao City offers so much more than the Durian fruit, Mount Apo and the Philippine Eagle. It comes with a good mixture of both manmade and natural attractions that are constantly being visited by foreign and local tourists. It is also among the safest and largest cities in the country and is usually made the gateway to other beautiful places in Mindanao.

Davao City Travel Guide

How to Get There

Via Plane:

You can fly in to Davao City from Manila, Clark, Palawan, Caticlan, Cebu, Iloilo, Bacolod or Zamboanga. There are around 20 flights everyday that ply the Manila-Davao route, which takes around 90 minutes.

Also Read: AirAsia Introduces New Flights from Davao to Clark, Cebu, Palawan, and Boracay

Via Boat/Bus:

Another popular way to visit Davao City is by taking a boat ride (P980 from Cebu via TransAsia) to Cagayan de Oro City in Misamis Oriental then taking a 7-8 hour bus ride (P600) afterwards.

Where to Stay

My Hotel Davao

This humble hotel is about 2 minutes away from a bus stop and 7 minutes away from People’s Park. They boast of wooden floors, cable TV and hot and cold showers. Their cafe also serves American, continental and Filipino breakfast although this is not included in their room rates. Air-conditioned room prices are from P800 to P1800 while fan rooms are available at P250 per night.

Book via Agoda Address: San Pedro Street, Davao City

Green Windows Dormitel

Green Windows is the ultimate backpacker accommodation. If you love traveling solo, you can avail of a bed at their dorm type room for just P188 per night. They also offer rooms for families and barkadas traveling in a budget with room rates starting at P1608 a night.

Book via Agoda Address: 5F FTC Towers, Mt. Apo Street, Davao City

Ponce Suites

Ponce Suites Source: Bro Jeffrey Pioquinto, SJ

This gallery hotel offers a different kind of stay in that its rooms are filled with paintings and sculptures from local artists. It is located 20 minutes from the Davao International Airport and about 10 minutes from the Abreeza Mall. Room rates start at P975 a night.

Book via Agoda Address: Corner Road 3 and 4, Doña Vicenta Village, Davao City

Seda Abreeza Hotel

Located adjacent to the Ayala Abreeza Mall, this urban lifestyle hotel is located right in the heart of the city’s commercial district. It also has a pool, a lounge, a restaurant and even a fitness gym.

Book via Agoda Address: Abreeza Ayala Business Park, JP Laurel Ave, Poblacion District, Davao City

Royal Mandaya Hotel

This mid-range hotel is just a few minutes’ walk away from the Davao City Hall, the People’s Park and the Museo Dabawenyo. It is popular among business travelers and offer free parking, shuttle buses and airport transportation and a business center.

Book via Agoda Address: Palma Gil St., Poblacion District, Davao City

Marco Polo Davao

Spacious Premier Room

This luxury hotel is located right in the heart of Davao City’s business and commercial district. It is located around 20 minutes away from the Davao International Airport and is close city attractions. Also Read: Experience the Heart of Davao at Marco Polo Hotel

Book via Agoda Address: Claro M. Recto Street, Davao City

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Where to Eat

Penong’s BBQ

Considered as the number 1 barbecue house in Davao, Penong’s has not opened its doors to opening other branches in the country which is why it is a must to get a taste of their specials when you visit the city.

Jack’s Ridge

taklobo Via Jack’s Ridge

When it comes to dining in Davao City, another well recommended place is Jack’s Ridge, which does not only offer a great dining experience but also boasts of among the best views of Davao City and the Gulf.

Lachi’s

Another Davao City treasure is Lachi’s, which boasts of mouthwatering desserts including the Sans Rival and cheesecakes. They also serve meals including Chinese pork belly, laing, callos and many more.

Popular Attractions

Philippine Eagle Center

Philippine Eagle Center Via Hey, Miss Adventures!

Want to see the national bird of the Philippines? Located around 45 minutes away from the city center, the Philippine Eagle Center is operated by the Philippine Eagle Foundation, a non-profit organization that aims to conserve the famous bird and its habitat. Entrance fee is at P150.

The best way to get here is to take an air-conditioned L300 to Calinan (P40) then a habal-habal or tricycle to Philippine Eagle Center.

Also Read: Davao City : Home of the World’s largest Eagle

Address: Baguio District, Calinan-Baguio-Cadalian Road, Davao City

Malagos Garden Resort

If you have more time to spare, you can also visit the Eagle Center’s next-door neighbor, the Malagos Garden Resort. The place is best known for its orchid garden but they also hold regular bird shows to entertain guests of all ages. You can check their complete rates here.

Also Read: Davao’s Famous Malagos Garden Resort

Address: Baguio District, Calinan-Baguio-Cadalian Road, Davao City

Eden Nature Park

Eden has all sorts of adventure for the nature lovers. For starters, they have a mini zoo and a mini playground but you can also join in for a tour around the 80-hectare property full of more than 100,000 pine trees, most of which were planted by hand. Other attractions include the SkyCycle, SkySwing and SkyRider.

Address: Bo. Toril, Davao City

GAP Farming Resort

GAP Farming Resort Via Hey, Miss Adventures!

GAP has all sorts of concrete statues that showcase the Filipino culture. Upon entering the resort, you will be welcomed by a huge carabao and farmer statue. The whole place is huge, with a swimming pool and a playground, and you can find busts of the Philippine presidents and other great Filipinos. It also has a short Japanese tunnel at the bottom of the hill. Entrance is at P50 for the resort and P10 for the tunnel.

Address: Green Meadow, Maa, Davao City

Davao Crocodile Park

Davao Crocodile Park

If you want to check out crocodiles, tigers, butterflies and the Tribu K’Mindanawan, you should not forget to visit the Davao Crocodile Park. They also offer animal petting, crocodile feeding and different types of shows that are sure to entertain guests both young and old. Entrance fee for adults is at P250. Read more about Davao Crocodile Park.

Address: Gadi Road, Talomo, Davao City

Japanese Tunnel

A longer and bigger Japanese tunnel is this one located in a resort. The tunnel has served as the hideout of the Japanese soldiers and their belongings during the Second World War. Entrance fee is at P50 per person. Read More about Davao Japanese Tunnel

Address: AH26, Talomo, Davao City

People’s Park

People’s Park Source: Robert Ryan U. Ong (Wikimedia)

If you want to kill time in the city center, you can also hang out People’s Park for free. Founded in 2007, it is a sprawling 4-hectare property featuring more than 1,000 plant species coming from all over the world.

Address: Palma Gil St., Poblacion District, Davao City

Museo Dabawenyo

Looking for another free thing to do in Davao? Well, check out the city’s colorful history when you visit the local museum, Museo Dabawenyo. Here you will get to know more about the different Muslim groups in Mindanao as well as the political history of Davao.

Address: Andres Bonifacio Rotunda, Poblacion District, Davao City

D Bone Collector Museum

If animal bones intrigue you, a visit to D’ Bone Collector Museum is a must. This place boasts of more than 700 specimens of bones, skulls and skeletons — among the biggest in the country! The museum is actually owned and curated by American Darrell Dean Blatchley who has spent more than half of his life in Davao City.

Address: San Pedro St., Poblacion District, Davao City

Davao Museum of History and Ethnography

Davao Museum of History and Ethnography

The Davao Museum holds hundreds of artifacts and artwork created by ethnic groups in this region. Through this museum, Davaoenos and all Filipinos are able to preserve and protect remnants of their important historical heritage. Read More: The Davao Museum: Davao’s Little Cultural Gem

Address: Zonta Building, 113 Agusan Circle, Insular Village 1, Lanang, Davao City Phone: (082) 233 1734

Shopping in Davao City

Aldevinco Shopping Center

Pasalubong Shopping in Aldevinco Davao City

Address: Claro M. Recto Ave, Poblacion District, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur

Aldevinco is the best place to buy local handicrafts, products from Mindanao and other Southeast Asian Countries like Batik Malong and other imported clothings.

Magsaysay Local Fruits Stands

Golden Pomelo – Davao Travel Guide

Location: Magsaysay Park Davao City

A famous place to buy local fruits like Durian, Pomelo, Mangosteen and Marang.

This Davao City Travel Guide is a work in progress article We will constantly update this post as soon as we have new details to add. Please feel free to suggest new things to do, places to see and food to try in Davao City by posting a comment below. Thank You!

Originally Published: October 9, 2016 Updated: March 11, 2017

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