Promising hip-hop quartet VVS Collective pays tribute to the women of the countryside whose distinct looks, effortless grace, and captivating intelligence redefine conventional standards of beauty. On their lilting anthem “ Probinsyana ,” the rap crew delivers a romantic serenade for every ‘country’ lass who took their breath away in recent years. “ Probinsyana is a feel-good track which many Filipinos can relate to,” the group describes the appeal of their latest single. “It’s about searching and pursuing that dream girl who lives in the suburbs or the province. It expounds on the qualities of a province girl who’s simple yet has everything you’re looking for in a girl. With the thousands of islands that the Philippines has, the track will surely transcend to all Probinsyanas all over the country.” What makes it extra special is their attempt to take a stand against urbanite snobbery and Manila-centrism in a song that celebrates women of all kinds, regardless of their geogra
Visiting once again Davao City is definitely more fun,
exciting than ever as you explore its boundless offers. But it is more
rewarding if you have the chance to stay in Pearl Farm, one of Mindanao’s
iconic tourist haven that for so long maintain its glory.
Along with the buyers of the recently concluded
Philippine Travel Exchange organize by the Tourism Promotion Board, we are
lucky enough to get to know more of this priceless property that once bacon the
tourism industry of Davao, here I gave you five best reason why you should
consider staying in Pearl Farm.
1. Best Service.
Undeniably Pearl Farm is still at its best in terms of
service to their guests, the staff won’t stop greeting you whenever they see
you along the way, and one good thing about it is you can feel the warm and
their sincerity. Their smiles will make your day believe me.
Upon arrival it’s not the welcome drink you will look
forward, to our surprise they have this welcome foot massage, oh boy that thing
is so nice and for me is a gesture that make you feel at home. It is a Royal
treatment indeed.
The Giant Clam Sanctuary.
2. The Sand and its Seas.
The sparkling green waters, the majestic blue sky and
that fresh air, will make you fall in love with this resort. But it’s not all
of that, it’s the water activity you will look forward to do, The Island Garden
City of Samal as we all know has a lot to offer not just its beach.
On a nearby is a
Coral atolls that will make you find Nemo and Dory, perfect for
snorkelling that Pearl Farm is offering but it is also open to public in case,
and never miss to visit the Giant Clam Sanctuary where Taklobo Tours happen. I
guarantee you that you’ll be amused with under the sea creatures, their ever
color varieties will make you breathless. This tour is a community base project
that Pearl Farm is supporting ever since.
Malipanot Island Cottages.
And a swimming in Malipanot Island, another adjacent
resort of Pearl Farm is another heaven to consider, it’s just a 2 minute or
more from the main resort island. Its powdery
sand surely needs a kiss to your skin. This island mostly have the Pearl Farm
most price accommodation ranging mostly at P45,000 that is good for six people.
Samal Cottages were we stay usually range from P6,000 up and its best to stay
with good view of many school of fishes
down under.
3. Food Galore adventure.
Pearl Farm best asset is its food offering, of course
seafoods usually fresh catch of the day are so sumptuous. We had a dinner at
sunset at the beach and it is unforgettable indeed, their wide varieties of
fresh vegetable salads are something to look forward because they had it best.
In one occasion we had a lunch at the beach of Malipanot
Island, grill barbeque from tuna to squids to pork meat are all satisfying
after swimming for many hours. A shrimp meal in any course is a favourite of
mine in Pearl Farm.
4. Cultural Immersion
Pearl Farm being the jewel of the south, has a lot of
stories to tell, well not about the security issue or something some tourist
are avoiding to visit, but its staff that I truly grateful to know, its a mix
of cultural race combine in this five star island resort. I remember chatting to
one of its staff who have a Maranao blood, and to the next City boy who are
serving in our breakfast.
No wonder it is melting pot that we can learn many lessons
and values in life, their welcomed dinner to us with Kalumon Cultural Group is
a winner, we learn how to wear a Malong and of course appreciates its dances
like Singkil.
5. Never out of style.
Being a front line in promoting tourism, a vacation to a
world class standard is a priority of Pearl Farm. When we are there the left
samal cottages are being renovated so it can suit to the needs of modern day
relaxation, their many kinds of amenities are being upgraded every now and
then.
Being a wedding destination, (yes they have a Chapel in
Malipanot island) Pearl Farm is on the construction as of this writing for
their new sports facilities and convention centers, this is to answer the needs
of Davao City as being the premiere destination of Conventions, conferences, Events and
meetings. The management inform us that these areas they are developing are
expected to be available in use by 2017.
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