Villa Christina - a lush inland resort

Whether one enjoys sports or just leisure time with family members or neighbors, Villa Christina have been designed to fulfill all those needs.

Located at Los Amigos, Calinan, Davao City, the inland resort, is one addition to the many tourist spots in the city.


The time with friends and family becomes much more enjoyable and affordable at the same time, with the Villa. The focal point of the resort is the Olympic size swimming pool, which definitely stands out among all the other pools in the city.

Aside from the size, the lush landscaping and green surrounding of the resort provides a relaxing feel that will truly make you ask for more. Visit them today or make your reservations at 297-1498.

A grand treat at Mergrande Ocean Resort

In the southern area of the city, nestled in an 8.8 hectares beachfront property in Bago Aplaya, Talomo District here in Davao City, is a resort formerly known to old Dabawenyos as "Villa Victoria".

Better known as Mergrande Ocean Resort - the grand resort is just twenty five minutes drive from downtown Davao. The last time we check, the entrance fee is 15 pesos and it's swimming pool (one of Davao's best) is only 60 pesos.


A restaurant near the beach is also available to all those who would like to dine and unwine.

Mergrande Ocean Resort offers a unique playground for the kids and a choice of whether enjoying the waters of the beach or the pool. Mergrande also has lawn and basketball tennis courts. You can also enjoy fishing at the fishing village of the resort.


If you want to experience a grand vacation the Davao way, visit Mergrande today. It is indeed a great place for relaxation and fun.

GAP Farm - Davao's Landmark Resort

Located at Diversion Road, Barangay Ma-a, Davao City, The GAP Farm is one of Davao's very first landmark resorts.

About 30 to 40 minutes from the city proper via the Buhangin-Panacan Diversion Road and through the Ma-a Diversion Road, then finally past the Ma-a Bridge, the Gap Farm or completely named as the Philippine GAP Farm Resort is a place where Davao City newbies shouldn't miss.

It has deluxe cottages and campsites, Olympic size swimming pool, picnic area, horseback riding facilities, convention hall, and a World War II cave among others. Like Davao in general, it is filled with a long variety of flora and fauna. In fact its, garden is filled with exotic flowers and tropical fruits.

The Gap Farm is better known as the resort where we can find Davao's aptly titled name “The Land of Promise”.

Inside, there are animal statues we can ride on, statues of heroes, of former presidents and statues of tribal people with their costumes. It is also known for the cave area with a smiling Cyclops statue model.

A recent addition is the statue collection of mystic creatures dubbed as “Conferencia ng mga Multo”. At the entrance, visitors are greeted by statues of popular Philippine ghosts and monsters like the white lady, “tikbalang” (half man-half horse), “kapre” (smoking giant), among others.

A visit to GAP Farm is breath-taking and invigorating. The lush greeneries and the beautiful forest on top of the hills make the place a must-see among nature lovers.