Sunday, May 19, 2013

Resorts in Davao Oriental: D' Golden Sunrise Beach Resort

There is another reason why you have to spend your remaining summer in Davao Oriental: D' Golden Sunrise Beach Resort in Punta Gemilina, Badas, Mati City Davao Oriental. Infact, I just spent my daughter's birthday in this charming resort, where she and her guests (mostly her schoolmates and neighbors of her age) had a great time.


D' Golden Sunrise Beach Resort is a beach resort built to provide a relaxing ambiance for the weary locals and tourists alike. It is built at the edge of the Punta Gemelina shoreline, between the Mati National Road and the adjacent shore. Although the sea water is not directly accessible for swimming, the resort has a swimming pool with an artificial waterfall built beside it. The pool is facing the large and open restaurant hall.

The resort also has a large function hall where guests can hold large conferences and other events. At the back of the function hall you can see two structures built just above the calm sea water of Punta Gemelina where the hotel quarters are nestled. These quarters, also called as "Floating Cottages", have a spacious wooden deck where guests can spend time while relaxing and appreciating the beauty of the sea and feeling the cool sea breeze. 

Should you wish to spend your next birthday or event at Davao Oriental, feel free to contact Greg's Developing Center & Wedding Coordinator at (6387) 811 4466 or D' Golden Sunrise Beach Resort at (63915) 699 0999.

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Carmelite Monastery in Mati City, Davao Oriental

This post may be untimely since it has been more than two weeks since the Holy Week has ended. However, the featured place in this post is a sanctuary that is perfect all year round. The Carmelite Monastery in Sitio Tuatua, Barangay Matiao, City of Mati, Davao Oriental so far is the most peaceful and beautiful Carmelite structure I ever visited.

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The Carmelite Church

Before you get the front side of the church you'll get to see a hanging bridge connecting the church main area to the other side of the monastery landscape: a tableau representing the different mysteries of the rosary.

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The Hanging Bridge (viewpoint upon bridge entrance)

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Statues representing one of the mysteries of the rosary

The area in front of the church is also a sight to behold. The spacious area (used for driveway and parking) is surrounded by large trees and carefully crafted landscape and horticulture. The church in itself is also worthy to be visited, and most importantly, a great place to worship our Lord Jesus Christ.

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Image of the Blessed Virgin Mary with the infant Jesus at the Adoration Chapel

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The Altar

Hope this helps! Should you wish to know more about the Carmelite Monastery at Mati City, you may contact:

Carmel of St. Teresa of Jesus Monastery
P.O. Box 29
Mt. Carmel, Sitio Tuatua, Barangay Matiao
City of Mati, 8200 Davao Oriental
Tel +6387 388 3452

Sunday, April 14, 2013

Why My Davao Oriental?

Opportunities! That's what motivated me from creating this blog. Davao Oriental became a nationwide subject thanks to typhoon Pablo, but residents believe that this province has more to offer. Located at the southeastern part of the Philippines, Davao Oriental is rich in majestic beaches and breathtaking scenery. Residents capitalize in developing beach resorts and tourist attractions. Local TV channels already featured some of them in their news programs. There is no reason why you can't love a charming province like Davao Oriental.

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Truly Davao! A basket full of delicious durian sold along Mati National Road.

This blog is dedicated to feature everything about Davao Oriental aiming to promote tourism and other businesses in the province. Although this is personally populated by me (no support from any entities whatsoever) I'd love to accept featured articles from you about promoting my beloved province.

Hope to hear from you soon!

xoxo My Davao Oriental xoxo