DAVAO CITY — The Lyceum Philippine University Davao Campus, LPU Davao, has gain grabbed the champion’s crown during the recently concluded Cake Fiesta Manila 2023, held at the SMX Convention Center in Manila which ends today November 19. The LPU Davao’s ICI students namely: Alicia Alterado, Vrielle Engracia, and teammate Cyntelle Joanne Saguan won the […]
Magno commits to push PH Cacao industry
DAVAO CITY — Presidential Assistant for Eastern Mindanano Leo Tereso Magno has committed in helping the cacao industry during the National Cacao Congress 2023 on Thursday, November 16, 2023 held at the SMX Lanang Convention Center. In his message to the 1,500 participants of the Cacao Congress, Magno said that the administration of President Ferdinand […]
Davao Aurora Festival up soon
DAVAO CITY — Davaoeños will experience the thrill with the upcoming Davao Aurora Festival on October 28, 2023. On Thursday, the committee members conducted a run-through showcasing the majestic hot air balloons, promising a truly scenic spectacle at the heart of the festival. Visitors to the upcoming event are advised to follow the safety and […]
Taiwanese travel agents network with Davao tourism stakeholders
DAVAO CITY — In an effort to boost the tourism industry of Davao region, tourism players here convened on October 22, Taiwanese travel agents and tour operators. The meeting was led by Department of Tourism XI (DOT XI) Regional Director Tanya Rabat Tan and her team, this B2B Networking Event was a platform for destination […]
1st Philippine Asia Durian Summit kicks off
DAVAO CITY — The 1st Philippine Asia Durian Summit had officially kicked on Wednesday at the SMX Convention Center, it was attended by farmers and stakeholders from tourism and agriculture. The three-day event will end on Friday October 27. Themed as ‘Exploring Culture through Durian Tourism” the summit aimed at fostering the growth and development […]
Davao City hosts Ist Philippine Asia Durian Summit
DAVAO CITY — The city will host the first ever Philippine Asia Durian Summit scheduled on October 25-27, 2023 at the SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang Premier. The city government and the Department of Tourism are closely collaborating with agencies and stakeholders to hold the sucessful event. The summit will showcase the best practices, the […]
Over 200 Vinta’s compete in Regatta de Zamboanga
DAVAO CITY –— Over 200 colorful vintas sailed along the coast of Zamboanga City on Sunday to compete in this year’s Regatta de Zamboanga as part of the 8th Hermosa Festival. A total of 235 vintas operated by fisherfolks joined the contest. The colorful vintas (boats) bring color to the shores which kicked off along […]
Vietnam Airlines to fly to Manila again
DAVAO CITY — After more than two decades, Vietnam Airlines will resume the Manila-Vietnam-Manila flights again. In a post, Aviation Updates Philippines said the airline will resume their flight starting December 1, having three (3) flights a week. The statement said the first of the two routes to be launched – Ho Chi Minh City […]
Jesuits names new head in PH
DAVAO CITY —The Society of Jesus in the Philippines has named Fr. Xavier Olin as its new head in the country, said a report published by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP). The congregation also announced that Fr. Antonio Sosa, the Rome-based Jesuit Superior General, appointed the 49-year-old Olin as the 13th Provincial […]
International direct flights from Davao to resume soon
DAVAO CITY — The City Tourism office on Tuesday announced the resumption of Davao-Hong Kong-Davao direct flight starting Sunday, October 8 while the Davao-Xinjiang will start on October 29. Davao City Tourism Operations Office (CTOO) Officer-in-Charge Jennifer Romero in a report published by the City Government said, the flights will be scheduled twice a week […]
VP Sara leads release of turtle hatchlings at Aboitiz Cleanergy Park
DAVAO CITY — Philippine Vice President (VP) and Education Secretary Sara Duterte-Carpio led the release of 152 hawksbill sea turtle hatchlings on September 12 at Aboitiz Cleanergy Park in Punta Dumalag, Matina Aplaya, here. The Vice President who frequently visits the cleanergy park attended the event and allowed the children to release the hatchlings which […]
Mutya ng Dabaw candidate aspires as SK chairman
DAVAO CITY — Former Mutya ng Dabaw 2023 candidate Aziayana Patricia Mandalupe has filed her Certificate of Candidacy as the chairman of the Sanguniang Kabataan of Barangay Dumoy this city. Mandalupe, 20 years old, was one of the candidates for Mutya ng Dabaw last March, his brother ArtemJohn who was the former SK chairperson accompanied […]
Banganga port construction approved by PPA
BANGANGA, Davao Oriental – The long-awaited dream of the people of Baganga has finally taken a step closer to reality as the construction of a port in Barangay Lambajon, Baganga, Davao Oriental has received the official go-signal from the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA). Baganga Mayor Ronald Pepot Lara expressed his delight as the project’s approval […]