oi...familiar to ah...eheheheh where'd u found it?

picture search po sa google :D ganda po ng shot no.... :cheers:

native Davao horse :cheers:

Damp weather in Metro Davao.

Gi-ulan ang mga goys sa Camp Sabros! Hahahahaha! :lol:

^^ wet look pala kayo :lol: pictures plszzzzz :cheers:

^^
Nah! Hindi naman ako sumama eh. I'm not the outdoorsy type kasi. I am more of an urban person. :)

Gtg kuya neyo. Sleep pa ako. Kakauwi ko lang from gimmick. Hehehehe. :D

look what ive found


http://neodavao.files.wordpress.com/2007/08/museum.jpg

when will this museum open? I just can't wait!

Saturday, February 23, 2008
Travel show expected to rake in P22M sales
By Joy Romares-Sevilla

GLOBAL-link MP Events International, Inc., the organizer of the 2nd Davao International Travel and Lifestyle Exhibition, which officially opened Friday at the SM Entertainment Plaza in Davao City, is expecting to generate P20 million to P22 million onsite sales at the end of the exhibit Sunday.

Patrick Tan, Global-link chief executive officer, said they are expecting higher onsite sales this year with the peso appreciation against the dollar.

Tan said last year the 1st Davao Travel Show has generated a total of only P17 million.

He also said the increase in onsite sales this year can also be attributed to the increase in the number of exhibitors who showcased variety of products and services.

"Last year, we only had 80 exhibitors, this year, we have 90," Tan said.

The 2nd Davao Travel Show officially opened Friday and will end Sunday.

The event was attended by Ang Kian Guan, chair of the BIMP-Eaga Working Group of Air Linkages in Brunei; Wee Hong Seng, deputy chair of BIMP-Eaga Tourism Council in Sarawak, Malaysia; Berdardino Vega, deputy chair of BEBC in Manado, Indonesia; Yan Ai Lo, deputy chair of the BETC for Brunei; Lalu Malik Partawana, consul general of the Indonesian Consulate; and Koji Mitsuy, consul general of the Japanese Consulate.

Also present are Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc. (DCCCII) president Simeon Marfori; Neni Abaca, president of the Small Hotels Association of Davao (Shad); Art Boncato, the chair of the Davao Cooperative Center for Visitors and Conventions; Angel Puentispina, the president of the Davao Tourism Association; Councilor Susabel Reta, chair of the Committee on Tourism and Beautification; Mary Ann Montemayor, chair of the BIMP-Eaga Tourism Council; Vice-Mayor Sara Duterte; DOT Southern Mindanao regional director Sonia Garcia; and DOT Secretary Joseph "Ace" Durano, who was the guest of honor of the event.

Duterte, in her message, meantime said the island of Mindanao has vast resources, which are still needed to be tapped.

She said the City Government of Davao is working hard to establish the city as a gateway in the tourism sector.

"For the tourism players, rest assured that we will support you for the realization of all your projects," she said.
make it 23M!!

the right step. but i'm just wondering how many are really considered big hotels?
5 or 6 I guess..

^^too far!! can't go there!!

Sunday, February 24, 2008
Davao's Perez off to Beijing
By Marianne L. Saberon-Abalayan

SHEILA Mae Perez of Davao City became the 10th athlete from the Philippines who will hunt for the coveted gold medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics in August.

She qualified to her second Olympics after she entered the women's three-meter springboard semi-finals of the "Good Luck Beijing 2008" 16th FINA Diving World Cup at The National Aquatics Center, also called the Water Cube, in Beijing, China.

The 22-year-old Perez of the Tibungco Relocation Site garnered a total of 271 points in Saturday's semis that was topped by Chinese Min Xia Wu who amassed 377.85 points.

China's Jing Jing Guo was second with 372 points while Australia's Sharleen Stratton came third with 336.90 followed by USA's Christina Loukas (330.75), Australia's Chantelle Newberry (314.85), Canada's Blythe Michaela Munro Hartley (314.10) and Ukraine's Olena Federova (305.95) who took the fourth to seventh spots, respectively.

Trailing behind were Mexico's Laura Sanchez (303.30), Sweden's Anna Lindberg (303), Hungary's Nora Barta (302.45), Canada's Jennifer Abel (300.65) and USA's Kelei Bryant (300.60).

Perez, who won the women's 3m springboard gold medal in the past 2005 Philippines SEA Games and 2007 Thailand SEA Games, proved she is stil the best among other Southeast Asia divers being the only one from the region who made it to the semis.

Her stiffest SEA Games rival Mun Yee Leong finished at No. 29 in the preliminary that drew a total of 52 competitors.

She made her Olympic debut in 2000 in Sydney, Australia. She also qualified to the 2004 Olympics in Athens but wasn't able to compete due to funding constraints.

The women's 3m springboard finals and the men's 10m preliminary where Dabawenyos Rexel Ryan Fabriga and Jaime Asok were set to compete were still ongoing as of yesterday presstime.

RP swimmers Miguel Molina, James Walsh, Ryan Arabejo, Daniel Coackley and Christel Simms with taekwondo jinds Tshomlee Go and Mary Antoinette Rivero, boxer Harry Taamor and archer Mark Javier recently won Olympic berths.
For more Philippine news, visit Sun.Star Zamboanga.

picture search po sa google :D ganda po ng shot no.... :cheers:

yup..it's from neodavao :D great shot! :D

http://neodavao.wordpress.com/2007/08/25/the-new-davao-museum/

^^
Nah! Hindi naman ako sumama eh. I'm not the outdoorsy type kasi. I am more of an urban person. :)

Gtg kuya neyo. Sleep pa ako. Kakauwi ko lang from gimmick. Hehehehe. :D

giingnan na lagi mo ba, sossy kaayo sya and he likes chocolates. wa daw chocolates sa camp, peborit baya nya, chocnut.:lol::lol::lol:

^^Ferrero Rocher would be great...

ho ho ho ! :banana: :banana: :banana:

wait for our pics goys yung amul-amul thread gagawing thread 6 !:lol:

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j187/tonioboi/davao22.jpg

gudeve davao!

yup..it's from neodavao :D great shot! :D

http://neodavao.wordpress.com/2007/08/25/the-new-davao-museum/

wow... parang kapangalan ko Neo as in Neyo... :D thanks for the link sir kuya tj :cheers: i'll contact the writer and will give him a kiss :lol:

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j187/tonioboi/davao22.jpg

gudeve davao!

wow.....

i changed the gamma setting and look what happened! :)

http://images.akoniuy.multiply.com/image/3/photos/22/orig/1/davao22.jpg?et=0uq%2B2sCjo53oZb6C0d9nFw&nmid=83432565

very good po ang ginawa NEYO.:lol::lol::lol:

Sunday, February 24, 2008
Estremera: Lessons in mindfulness
By Stella A. Estremera
Spider's web

IT'S a long-running never-ending discussion between me and my dive cum debate buddy Carlos: the layout of roads in Davao City.

Carlos being a driver and me as forever passenger, we have different outlooks on the roads that surround us in Davao City. Those roads that intersect at weird angles, merge without warnings and meet up again as one road after traversing another, and yet, no one's complaining. That is, no one is complaining loud enough.

One very good thing that was brought about by this multi-million traffic signalization project was that the end of the center island of Ecoland Drive was chopped off. This wide center island, complete with trees, once slanted nonchalantly to the left (if you're coming from Ecoland) that would give any unknowing driver coming in from Quimpo a big jolt as he will surely run over the edge of the island. But it was there for years, until it had to be snipped off for better traffic management. What with the lights now electronically saying stop and go and no more traffic aides to guide a clueless driver along, it just had to be snipped and let the drivers figure out how to play patintero on wheels instead.

This same road is very wide -- two lanes per direction or four lanes in all. For several years, this four-lane road suddenly becomes two lanes on just one side before the city finally cemented the other side just last year. Through the five years I have been living in that area, not one accident has occurred despite the fact that there was but one street light functioning and that light is way past the dark curve. Although there have been several scares complete with blinding headlights and blaring horns, there was not one crash and most interesting too, only one 'cross'.

Then there's the patintero on wheels that you play when exiting from R. Castillo to join the main traffic along J.P. Laurel Avenue in Lanang or when you're turning to R. Castillo from Lanang. Oh boy...

Another more intricate patintero is played at the junction of Bonifacio, Gen. Luna, Pelayo, and Camus Streets at the corner of Apo View Hotel. Which also baffles me because Camus Street is the one straddling the entrance side of People's Park and Apo View, how it twisted to become one street should be a pretty interesting history. And I bet you don't have any idea where Pelayo Street is and how it came to be where everyone thought was Legaspi Street.

Carlos' favorite, however, is Jacinto and Jacinto Extension. Hear him try to make heads and tails of this situation and share in his baffled state. Jacinto Street as we all know is the one behind Ateneo de Davao University college campus. It crosses R. Magsaysay Avenue and hits Ponciano Reyes Street. The extension, however, doesn't "extend" in any way. It skips, slants, and proceeds.

"And you call Crooked Road crooked?" he ranted. "What can be more crooked than Jacinto?"

I'm just glad Duterte Street is now called Duterte Street, otherwise Carlos would be ranting about how it can ever logically be called Malvar Extension when you have to cross Quirino Avenue and cruise a few meters along Mt. Apo Street before you turn left to reach Malvar Street.

And, have you seen that weird triangle right smack at the end of J.P. Cabaguio Avenue these days? Boy, my taxi driver had a scare of his life one night when he turned left from J.P. Laurel toward Cabaguio, only to realize that the road has been blocked and you have to cruise on further and make a tight almost u-turn to go to Cabaguio these days. Pretty, pretty queer arrangement. Very much like the way you have to turn right then clip left when you're coming down from Calinan at the Ulas junction on your way downtown.

Plus! That wide street, I think it's called Ecoland West (the one where the condominium is rising) that hits right smack a center island of Ecoland Drive. Hmmm...

And that's just a few of those interesting streets we have. There's also the D-shaped "rotunda" in that darn Apo-Mayon-Camus (again!) junction. Imagine... Apo View is Camus, Cosmopolitan is Camus, and People's Park is Camus. Now, try to make heads and tails of that.

Carlos insists the city was planned not by engineers but by toddlers with crayons. I insist that the city is actually a lesson in mindfulness. For how can you not be mindful of everything you're doing when suddenly a road island is blocking your way? There's a similar situation along that road that goes into SM City, maybe that's Ecoland East (the one we call Times Mart) and Ecoland Phase 1's 6th Street (the one with Delongtes at the kanto). People here just love driving up to a center island. Oh, wheee!

While we may disagree about the roads, we all agree that Davao with all its quirkiness is the best. Its queer roads and road network is but a reminder for everyone to sit up and pay attention; whether you're driving, on the passenger seat, just reminiscing, or talking about our hometown as we all Dabawenyos love talking about it. Oh, wheee!

visit: http://saestremera.multiply.com

http://www.sunstar.com.ph/static/dav/2008/02/24/oped/stella.a..estremera.spider.s.web.html

^^ hehe we discussed davao streets last night tapos i told them na bakit yang Jacinto ext.
wala pang semento or ispalto man lang sinced 1970's

etong yung Cabagiuo & J.P. Laurel intersection

http://img393.imageshack.us/img393/7413/reco0274qt3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

noon ito T junction lang but when the DMC was constructed they just need an access road going to the main entrance but as traffic is getting heavier in the north they need to open the access road going to Phil -Japanese Hi-way now they call this road F. Tatad road

nyor ambi must have already been using this then.

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b74/paulkrps/106724698_o.jpg

:lol: oi mahal na yan btw spekening of money naalala ba ninyo yung mis print na P100.00 na may signature arrovo instead of arroyo , i spoke to a collector sabi niya it will fetch around P100,000.00 pesoses:cheers:

here net find of davao map

http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/9372/plate01qi3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)


http://images.google.com.ph/imgres?imgurl=http://www.gutenberg.org/files/18273/18273-h/images/PLATE01.JPG&imgrefurl=http://www.gutenberg.org/files/18273/18273-h/18273-h.htm&h=458&w=311&sz=24&hl=en&start=372&um=1&tbnid=HhOMnQ1eFOmKOM:&tbnh=128&tbnw=87&prev=/images%3Fq%3Ddavao%2Bphotos%26start%3D360%26ndsp%3D20%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26channel%3Ds%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26hs%3DHuv%26sa%3DN

i found the same yesterday and posted ít here :D

very good po ang ginawa NEYO.:lol::lol::lol:

wa ko kasabut dayon da..... :lol:

^^ mao ba ? :D i'm getting bored while waiting for the pics of @junax and @ibex pareho ata tayo ng source hehehe

^^ mao ba, pag x-tube sa :D :lol:

^^ youporn :lol:asa tung website ni paul katong daghan disi :D

balita yung lanang country golf club hindi si ** ang nakabili but ******** , done deal na , from a reliable source :gossip:


claveria ....
http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/1747/mergedavaosfb1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

^^ youporn :lol:asa tung website ni paul katong daghan disi :D

balita yung lanang country golf club hindi si ** ang nakabili but ******** , done deal na , from a reliable source :gossip:


claveria ....
http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/1747/mergedavaosfb1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)


ayawg hunghung dinha, storya dayon kay mu-invest mi :lol: :cheers:

errr unsa nang XX ug XXXXXXXX?

sy and ....... :lol:

ok dili pa ma divulge but clue : ang naka palit mao pud tag iya sa atbang na property ;)

kung naka balo mo i ipit sa ay ihilum sa diay :lol:

florei? or you mean ang owner sa flop nga millenium city :lol:

:lol:, ang laki ng RC Cola na tinatayo di lang pala softdrinks but other venture !:cheers:

btw ganito pala itsura ng mga distrito ng Davao

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/5557/davaorivercatchmentwebjh8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

ano po significance nung davao river watershed boundary?

^^ protected area yan

but the boundary extends through talomo, buhangin and poblacion..so ano effect nung boundary sa areas na yun?

^^ youporn :lol:asa tung website ni paul katong daghan disi :D

balita yung lanang country golf club hindi si ** ang nakabili but ******** , done deal na , from a reliable source :gossip:


claveria ....
http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/1747/mergedavaosfb1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

now i know kung asa si nyor kung nagalog-out sya.:lol::lol::lol:

;18633687']but the boundary extends through talomo, buhangin and poblacion..so ano effect nung boundary sa areas na yun?

catchment diay siya sa davao river

http://images.google.com.ph/imgres?imgurl=http://portal.unesco.org/science/es/files/4618/11206568103Davao_River_catchment_web.jpg/Davao_River_catchment_web.jpg&imgrefurl=http://portal.unesco.org/science/es/ev.php-URL_ID%3D4618%26URL_DO%3DDO_TOPIC%26URL_SECTION%3D201.html&h=454&w=350&sz=49&hl=en&start=249&um=1&tbnid=hsH5vpLqdNOYRM:&tbnh=128&tbnw=99&prev=/images%3Fq%3Ddavao%2Bphotos%26start%3D240%26ndsp%3D20%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26channel%3Ds%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26sa%3DN

now i know kung asa si nyor kung nagalog-out sya.:lol::lol::lol:

i think it's already a public knowledge :lol:

now i know kung asa si nyor kung nagalog-out sya.:lol::lol::lol:

:lol: wa man gud ko ka net gabii , enjoy kaayo mi nangatulog mi mga 1:30 am gabii , SSC ang una gi istoryahan nahulog sa federalism :lol:

Good Evening Goys!!!:)

Sir @Dinabaw wala pa diay ka natulog???
wala baya kay tulog gabii:lol::lol::lol:

^^ yohoo unsa un man 2 ka baruto akong na dunggan gabii :lol:

post dayon miski random :D

^^ yohoo unsa un man 2 ka baruto akong na dunggan gabii :lol:

post dayon miski random :D

LOL:lol:

A few minutes lang ha... kay gipagamay pa nako para dili bugat i upload...:cheers:

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/c1f22753.jpg
The Goys
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/140aa288.jpg
Its Superman...
http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/831abdff.jpg
Oh no... it's Ronald McDonalds

^^ hahaha sige matulog sa ko @least naka kita nako thanks to @rall pala sa accomodation :cheers:

^^ hahaha sige matulog sa ko @least naka kita nako thanks to @rall pala sa accomodation :cheers:

Yeah it was really great accomodation @Rall Thank you...:cheers:

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/d75eca31.jpg

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/42299e3d.jpg

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/73d96956.jpg

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/596c68f4.jpg

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/054fbc71.jpg

^^ hehehe isa ka hirit na lang ngano wa man ninyo gi butang sa no.2 ang aircon gabii :lol:

^^ other faces di nako kabisado, can you guys introduce all the others?

L to R back : zip line instructor , owner, moi & rall
L to R front : @junax , wifey & kid w/ new recruit FedX :D

here net find of davao map

http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/9372/plate01qi3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)


http://images.google.com.ph/imgres?imgurl=http://www.gutenberg.org/files/18273/18273-h/images/PLATE01.JPG&imgrefurl=http://www.gutenberg.org/files/18273/18273-h/18273-h.htm&h=458&w=311&sz=24&hl=en&start=372&um=1&tbnid=HhOMnQ1eFOmKOM:&tbnh=128&tbnw=87&prev=/images%3Fq%3Ddavao%2Bphotos%26start%3D360%26ndsp%3D20%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dfirefox-a%26channel%3Ds%26rls%3Dorg.mozilla:en-US:official%26hs%3DHuv%26sa%3DN

notice that it is still the huge davao province.

L to R back : zip line instructor , owner, moi & rall
L to R front : @junax , wifey & kid w/ new recruit FedX :D

WAit @Dinabaw you have to see this... :nuts:

@kulas may copycat ka na :lol::lol::lol:

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/d02768d7.jpg

wa ko kasabut dayon da..... :lol:

nawala po ang citysmarts NEYO?:lol::lol::lol:

anyway some photos posted by @junax in amul-amul thread

here goys, some of the pictures from our camp sabros adventure. summarize lang muna to, we have tons of pics courtesy of Ibex and Fedexx pero ni reresize ko pa at saka sobrang pagod pa kami from the adventure. please bear with us nyehehehe. sarap ng adventure namin sobra, @kulaskusgan, you lose 8 of your 9 lives for not coming with us hahaha.

initial offering of pics, from my point of view muna :)

Rall's Cabin (Superb accomodation) many thanks to sir ricky aka rall. pang world class talaga

welcome indeed.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab10.jpg

we owned this for 1 night. thanx to rall, our gracious host.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab13.jpg

the SSC davao cabin.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab12.jpg

the viewing deck.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab11.jpg

what's the view? well, the great mt. apo of course.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab14.jpg

exclusively davao!
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab15.jpg

cozy isn't it? are we katkat? (junax, rall and dinabaw inside the fridge cool cabin)
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab09.jpg

fast forward, camp sabros.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab16.jpg

loise and clark getting ready.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab01.jpg

whooo, sure ba ako dito?
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab02.jpg

ready.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab03.jpg

go.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab04.jpg

fly.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab05.jpg

aaminin ko, lumiit ng 10 times it**g ko dito hahaha. unforgettable moment.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab06.jpg

after the superman event, sight seeing naman...
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab07.jpg

the man at the back (ginawa namin conductor), is no other than the man himself, sir edwin, owner of camp sabros. parang nakasakay lang sa jeep no? no harness whatsoever. hindi harness yung suot nya fyi.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab08.jpg


hope you like the pics, patikim pa lang yan, marami pa from ibex, dinabaw, rall, fedexx. got to sleep muna.

scoop: the 380 meter zip line (longest in the philippines) at camp sabros is the longest no more. yup, the record is now 405 meter zip line. where? still at camp sabros. yes, there are now 2 zip lines and the newest line is the longest, craziest zip line the entire philippines can offer. wait nyo ang video sa test ride ni sir edwin and you'll be amazed. yung na try namin na line is 48 seconds of 380 meter screams. but the new line is just 25 seconds of 405 meter hell screams.

one word for davao. AWESOME!

why the discrepancy?

here goys, some of the pictures from our camp sabros adventure. summarize lang muna to, we have tons of pics courtesy of Ibex and Fedexx pero ni reresize ko pa at saka sobrang pagod pa kami from the adventure. please bear with us nyehehehe. sarap ng adventure namin sobra, @kulaskusgan, you lose 8 of your 9 lives for not coming with us hahaha.

initial offering of pics, from my point of view muna :)

Rall's Cabin (Superb accomodation) many thanks to sir ricky aka rall. pang world class talaga

welcome indeed.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab10.jpg

we owned this for 1 night. thanx to rall, our gracious host.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab13.jpg

the SSC davao cabin.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab12.jpg

the viewing deck.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab11.jpg

what's the view? well, the great mt. apo of course.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab14.jpg

exclusively davao!
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab15.jpg

cozy isn't it? are we katkat? (junax, rall and dinabaw inside the fridge cool cabin)
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab09.jpg

fast forward, camp sabros.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab16.jpg

loise and clark getting ready.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab01.jpg

whooo, sure ba ako dito?
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab02.jpg

ready.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab03.jpg

go.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab04.jpg

fly.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab05.jpg

aaminin ko, lumiit ng 10 times it**g ko dito hahaha. unforgettable moment.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab06.jpg

after the superman event, sight seeing naman...
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab07.jpg

the man at the back (ginawa namin conductor), is no other than the man himself, sir edwin, owner of camp sabros. parang nakasakay lang sa jeep no? no harness whatsoever. hindi harness yung suot nya fyi.
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab08.jpg


hope you like the pics, patikim pa lang yan, marami pa from ibex, dinabaw, rall, fedexx. got to sleep muna.

scoop: the 380 meter zip line (longest in the philippines) at camp sabros is the longest no more. yup, the record is now 405 meter zip line. where? still at camp sabros. yes, there are now 2 zip lines and the newest line is the longest, craziest zip line the entire philippines can offer. wait nyo ang video sa test ride ni sir edwin and you'll be amazed. yung na try namin na line is 48 seconds of 380 meter screams. but the new line is just 25 seconds of 405 meter hell screams.

one word for davao. AWESOME!

yay!

eto na goys... experience the camp sabros adventure. kuha to ni ibex, pero lahat kami makaka relate nito kasi ganitong ganito din nakita namin hehehe. after seeing the new 405 meter zip line na katabi nito, matatawag mo na beginners line na lang to.

above the tall pine trees.
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wow, really nice ride!

as sossy as can be daw tito paul. whenever given the opportunity, i climb talaga up to the highest mountain. :lol::lol::lol::lol:

i hear the sound of music.:lol::lol::lol:

Is this really true? I though SM bought the property...

^^ youporn :lol:asa tung website ni paul katong daghan disi :D

balita yung lanang country golf club hindi si ** ang nakabili but ******** , done deal na , from a reliable source :gossip:


claveria ....
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welcome amabassador.

can some goys at least explain.:lol:

by Chris Fabian

STUDENTS of the University of the Philippines Mindanao (UP-Min) are holding a digital photo contest that is geared towards capturing student’s perception on the current status of education.
The event, LENTE: A Citywide Digital Photo Contest, is organized by the UP-Min's College of Science and Mathematics-Student Council (CSM-SC) in partnership with the HIMATI: The Official Student Publication of the University of the Philippines Mindanao and in collaboration with the UP Mindanao Foundation Celebration.
With the theme “Education: Right or Privilege?", the event also commemorate the 100 years of existence of the University of the Philippines.
The contest is open to all UP and non-UP students in Davao City.
There is no registration fee and entries shall be submitted through email at: lentecontest@gmail.com on or before 7 pm of Feb. 25, 2008. Participating schools may send many entries as long as there is only one entry per student. Affix full name, year level, contact number, name of school and caption of their photo entry.
Any digital cameras are allowed as long as there are no extreme Photoshop tricks applied.
Invited professional photographers and the organizers deserve the right of screening the entries [which are expected to be noble and original] and will automatically invalidate those entries with such violations.
Three major winning entries will be chosen among the selected top 100. Cash prizes, certificates and plaques are up for grabs for the top three winning entries, plus the prestige of having their winning photos displayed in an exhibit and published.
For your inquiries, please feel free to get in touch with these numbers: +63-910-946-7472 or +63-915-588-6887, or email us at lentecontest@gmail.com.

WAit @Dinabaw you have to see this... :nuts:

@kulas may copycat ka na :lol::lol::lol:

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this will land in LIFE picture of the year :lol: more more more pix, nalingaw ko :lol:

Is this really true? I though SM bought the property...

your excellency good evening po.... anong embassy po kayo, welcome po sa davao thread :cheers:

oh mein GOTT!!!!! nakuyawan ko :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

eto na goys... experience the camp sabros adventure. kuha to ni ibex, pero lahat kami makaka relate nito kasi ganitong ganito din nakita namin hehehe. after seeing the new 405 meter zip line na katabi nito, matatawag mo na beginners line na lang to.

above the tall pine trees.
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OT:

eto na goys... experience the camp sabros adventure. kuha to ni ibex, pero lahat kami makaka relate nito kasi ganitong ganito din nakita namin hehehe. after seeing the new 405 meter zip line na katabi nito, matatawag mo na beginners line na lang to.

above the tall pine trees.
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:)

Waaaaaaaa nakakalula :nuts::nuts::nuts: Pero di mabayran ang experience :cheers:

siguradong masarap mag-honeymoon dito :D


here goys, some of the pictures from our camp sabros adventure. summarize lang muna to, we have tons of pics courtesy of Ibex and Fedexx pero ni reresize ko pa at saka sobrang pagod pa kami from the adventure. please bear with us nyehehehe. sarap ng adventure namin sobra, @kulaskusgan, you lose 8 of your 9 lives for not coming with us hahaha.

initial offering of pics, from my point of view muna :)

Rall's Cabin (Superb accomodation) many thanks to sir ricky aka rall. pang world class talaga

welcome indeed.
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we owned this for 1 night. thanx to rall, our gracious host.
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the SSC davao cabin.
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the viewing deck.
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what's the view? well, the great mt. apo of course.
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exclusively davao!
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cozy isn't it? are we katkat? (junax, rall and dinabaw inside the fridge cool cabin)
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fast forward, camp sabros.
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loise and clark getting ready.
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whooo, sure ba ako dito?
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ready.
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go.
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fly.
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aaminin ko, lumiit ng 10 times it**g ko dito hahaha. unforgettable moment.
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after the superman event, sight seeing naman...
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the man at the back (ginawa namin conductor), is no other than the man himself, sir edwin, owner of camp sabros. parang nakasakay lang sa jeep no? no harness whatsoever. hindi harness yung suot nya fyi.
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hope you like the pics, patikim pa lang yan, marami pa from ibex, dinabaw, rall, fedexx. got to sleep muna.

scoop: the 380 meter zip line (longest in the philippines) at camp sabros is the longest no more. yup, the record is now 405 meter zip line. where? still at camp sabros. yes, there are now 2 zip lines and the newest line is the longest, craziest zip line the entire philippines can offer. wait nyo ang video sa test ride ni sir edwin and you'll be amazed. yung na try namin na line is 48 seconds of 380 meter screams. but the new line is just 25 seconds of 405 meter hell screams.

one word for davao. AWESOME!

by Chris Fabian

WHEN he was in Davao, not a single entertainment bar wanted to hire him. Even local TV stations avoided to tap him in talent shows.

Now, the ugly-duckling Dodong Pasagad is making wave anew in Manila.

Not only performing in various first-class venues as opening act for Bossa Nova Queen Sitti, Dodong is starting to appear anew on national TV.

Last Monday. he made his ABS-CBN debut performing with singing icon Rey Valera serenading host Bernadette Sembrano, who was celebrating her birthday in the early morning magazine show, Umagang Kay Ganda.

"Lipay kaayo ko," Dodong texted TIMES yesterday. "Hinaot ko na padayon na ni."

He is now handled by the team that also manages Sitti, the singer who helped him in going back to Manila.

Dodong, a first batch finalist of NCCC's Star of Davao, said his manager, Garrie, is working to have him appear in other Kapamilya shows.

The pitete Dodong is now regularly performing at Stone House and Star Tavern Bar, a place where Sitti and Tony Gonzaga used to perform. Next month, Dodong will be performing in one of the Casion branches in Manila.

His UKG performance, where showbiz host Ogie Diaz called him Palos for his signature cap similar to that of Palos', was his first national TV performance since 2005.

Dodong first broke into the national TV via the singing reality show, MTV Supahstar, in the music cable network MTV Pilipinas, in 2004. Among the contestants was the newcomer Sitti who would later became the Queen of Bossa Nova.

The Davao boy ended as one of the runners-up in that contest. But his life story created an impact that the Kapuso network signed him for a Magpakailanman episode. The story, Bernabe Dodong Pasagad Story: Palimos ng Pangarap, was aired on March 3, 2005 with Eat Bulaga's Jose Manalo playing his role and veteran actor Eddie Garcia in support. The show earned a 28 percent rating compared to the 16% from the rival network.

But after promoting his Magpakailanman episode in various Kapuso shows, Dodong's popularity faded as GMA7 did not give him any more project.

Dodong returned to Davao where he again championed in joining amateur singing contests.

He appeared in the local GMA channel but it did not last long when the variety show Singgit Davao folded up in 2005. He was no longer invited in the replacement show.

Dodong tried his luck in ABS-CBN Davao but got no reply.

His singing carreer flopped as organizers of local singing contests refused to accept him as contestant after knowing that he already competed in Manila.

He applied in various entertainment bars, but was readily turned down even before he could perform.He cited that his "not-so-appealing" appearance could have prompted bar owners to reject him.

With lesser singing contests in line, Dodong continued to roam the city selling brooms produced by a foundation that helped the blind.people. His father is blind.

But when the operation of the foundation folded up, Dodong tried his luck in Manila with the encouragement of Sitti. He arrived in Manila last January 5, the same day that another Davaoeño, Ruben Gonzaga, won millions of pesos in the reality show, Pinoy Big Brother.

Dodong said he wants to work with Ruben in future, a dream that might not be too far to reach.

Wow! Seems like you really had a great time there sirs @dinabaw, @jhunax, @ibex... kakainggit kayo ^^

Thanks for sharing the beautiful pix. :cheers:

Davao artists pay tribute to Tsuno

by Chris Fabian


DAVAO musicians are set to stage a performance tonight (Feb. 25) in memory of Mindanawon artist Noe "Tsuno" Tio.
Popong Landero and his band PLO, Yano, Gauss Obenza, and Regal8 are in the line-up of performers who will pay tribute to the drummer of numerous groups including Joey Ayala at ang Bagong Lumad, the Davao-based band that defined the ethnic character of Mindanao music in the 90s. The gig is set to start by 6:30 pm at Matina Town Square.
Tio -- also a well known visual/graphic artist who brought his artwork to numerous album covers, t-shirts and prints -- passed away Feb. 11 in a Baguio City hospital where he underwent a brain surgery after suffering a massive stroke two days earlier.
Born in Cebu in 1961, Tio was active in Davao music scene in the 80s before moving to Manila with Bagong Lumad in the 90s.
He had been based in Palawan for nearly a decade, and was in Baguio for a commissioned work.
Landero who organized the Davao leg of the tribute concert said "Noe is a true artist for peace."
"We will be playing songs for peace in memory of our departed dear friend," Popong told TIMES.
Popong recalled that he first jammed with Noe in 1985 in their band, Prisoners of the World Bank.
Aside from performing in various entertainment venues in Davao, the musical group was also active in various rallies during the pre-Edsa Revolution days.
In 1986, Popong and Noe joined Joey as among the performing artists of Bagong Lumad.
Noe joined Joey when the group ventured in Manila in early 90s.
Popong remained in Davao.
In 1995, Noe and Popong re-grouped in Manila in the band named Landero for Popong's first commercially-released album, Kamay Ni Laan, which won the 1997 Katha Music Awards' Best World Music Album.
Aside from Bagong Lumad and Landero, Noe also became drummer of bands like Tropical Depression, Enkantanda, Badjao Roots, Sisa, Village Idiot, Salasyos, Coco Jam, Sinika and Mitus Tribe.
Funds from the charity concert will be used to pay the hospital bills (which reportedly reached P150,000) and for Noe's two young boys.
In Manila, a similar charity concert held last week was participated in Joey Ayala, Cynthia Alexander, Bayang Barrios, Noel Cabangon, Tropical Depression, Color it Red, Sandwich, Imago, Cambio and The APO Hiking Society.

... but forgets to thank Davao supporters


DAVAOEÑO Ruben Gonzaga, the Big Winner of Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition 2, is now in cloud nine--and why not? He's finally received the other major prize --a condo unit -- from the most popular reality show in the country.
The month-long wait was certainly worth it for Gonzaga, who was handed the key of his own condo unit in Chateau Valenzuela by Globe Asiatique officials on Tuesday, ABS-CBN reported.
"Masaya po at laking tuwa ko na nakuha ko ang condo unit ko, may sarili na akong bahay dito sa Manila," Gonzaga told abs-cbnNews.com over a phone interview.
Gonzaga was born and grew up in Davao City and his parents and kin still live there. He is currently staying with his wife and kids in a rented apartment somewhere in Metro Manila.
Now he can't wait to move to their new condo unit, which reportedly cost P750,000.
"Nandoon 'yung parang na-surprise ka na pa wow ka, kasi magkano din 'yung condo di ba? So talagang nandoon 'yung puso na nakuha mo 'yon dahil sa mga ginagawa mo dahil sa pagsubok sa buhay mo," he said.
Gonzaga, who was dubbed as the "Komedyanteng Promdi" during his stay at the PBB House, said he is already making arrangements to move his wife, kids and other family members into their new home.
Gonzaga reflected on how much his life has changed. And even if he became an instant star and millionaire, he still thanks the Lord for all the good things that has come his way.
"Siguro unang-una sa lahat thank you kay Lord. Si Lord talaga sobrang love ako kahit alam kong marami akong kasalanan, talagang nandoon siya para sa akin," Ruben said.
But Ruben forgot to thanks his Davao supporters.
ABS-CBN quoted him as saying: "Marami ding salamat sa mga taong sumusuporta lalo na sa PBB Celebrity Edition. Maraming salamat sa inyo lalo na sa taga-Zamboanga, Cebu at sa Maynila."

kung gusto nyo malaman kung paano sumigaw sa sabros zip line, watch this youtube find.
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been there, done that. yooooohooooo.




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Grand time gyud sir Bongskie, sana maka experience din kayo. Ito lang masasabi ko...

HANEEEEEEEEEEP!!!
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NMC CONTAINER LINES WELCOMES 5TH VESSEL
Ana Marie Macuja
The Manila Bulletin
Feb. 24, 2008

NMC Container Lines, Inc. (NMCCLI) yesterday welcomed its fifth vessel, M/V General Romulo, a decade-old ship which was acquired by the company from a German firm for approximately $11million.

The newest addition to NMCCLI's fleet will be serving the Manila-Davao-General Santos-Manila route to take advantage of the booming trade in Southern Mindanao.

Shipments from the southern part of the country have been steadily increasing in the past years, particularly in Davao and General Santos areas which are considered as the forerunners in growth prospects.

Roberto A. Umali, NMCCLI executive vice president and chief operating officer, said the arrival of M/V General Romulo would enable the company to serve the needs of Davao on a weekly basis.

Umali added M/V General Romulo, which was named after Gen. Carlos P. Romulo, will also be the company's newest flagship, being the newest and largest vessel of NMCCLI.

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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: APRIL MAE BORRES, MARIE LYCEL MILLAN, JULIET BAHALA, RUBEN GONZAGA, AND ANN QUITORIANO.
THEY ARE ALL WINNERS. THE GIRLS ARE ALL STARS OF DAVAO WINNERS (BIGGEST SINGING COMPETITION IN DAVAO SPONSORED BY NCCC), WHILE RUBEN, TO DATE, IS THE ONLY DAVAOENO WINNER IN PBB.
MILLAN AND BAHALA ARE AMONG THE GOLD TICKET HOLDER IN PINOY IDOL. THEY WILL BE GOING TO MANILA BY APRIL TO JOIN THE GMA COMPETITION.

MUSICIAN Ben Madarang, elected in absentia as president of the Samahan ng mga Musikeros sa Davao, Inc. last week, will remain as the head of the city's biggest group of musicians.
Samadhi board of directors headed by chair Popong Landero yesterday turned down the request of Madarang to swap post with vice-president elect Percival Tan.
Madarang, used to be the bassist of Davao-based Afterfriends band, is currently out of the country. He is currently working as musician in a Europian luxury cruise.
He is expected to return in Davao by March.
Madarang, in an e-mail to the body, said he is willing to swap place with his vice president. In last week's election, he was represented by his brother, Sam, also a musician.
But the board which voted him last week was firmed to have him as president.
Pending Madarang's leave, vice-president elect Tan will temporarily assume his duty.
Immediate past president and group founder Noli Bencio credited Madarang for the growth of Samadhi.
One of Samadhi's active members, Madarang was a board member last year. He left Davao late last year for a job in Europe.
The new set of Samadhi's officers will be inducted on March 2, with or without the president, at Kanto Bars.

guess where?

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here it is, exclusive... testing of the new 405 meter (almost half a kilometer) zip line by the owner himself, sir edwin (feb. 24, 2008). longer than the 380 meter line beside it but twice the speed of the old one. next week, Sports Unlimited will feature camp sabros. maybe dyan castillejo will try out the new one. let's see. davao adventures are extreme. enjoy! the longest zip lines in the philippines.
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^^ insular?

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Absolutely the immaculate Insular!

Monday, February 25, 2008
New investments in Mindanao up by 40 percent
By Grace L. Plata
Sunstar Davao

FRESH investments in Mindanao for 2007 grew by 40 percent compared with 2006.

In a presentation made by Mindanao Economic Development Council executive director Janet Lopoz for former president Fidel Ramos Friday, she said that from P5.16 billion in investments for 2006, the Bureau of Investments registered P7.23 billion for 2007.

Region 11 had an equity investment share at P3.086 billion with 11 investment projects, which is the highest among Mindanao regions. Bulk of the investments is on power generation and mining followed by agriculture.

Among the investors are Philippine-Japan Active Carbon Corp., Son-Shine Fruits Corporation, Southern Philippines Fresh Fruits Corp. Stargate Enterprises Corporation, Yoo Chang Co. Ltd. Inc., Four Seasons Fruits Corporation, Manila Herbal and Essential Oils Company, Damosa Land Inc., DMC Urban Property Developers, Sagrex Foods Incorporated, Western Feed Mill Corporation, and Hedcor Tamogan Incorporated.

Lopoz also said that coconuts, bananas, nickel ores, and tuna are Mindanao's biggest export products.

But Ramos disputed government's claim of economic growth, saying the country's economy is in fact "shallow, narrow and hollow."

Ramos, in his statement to the region's officials, said it is "shallow" because the economic gains do not extend to the agriculture endeavors especially in Mindanao.

"Over-all economic performance is not so good because of the loss of potential investments due to lack of reforms," he said.

"We say that we have so many laws now. But these are unimplemented," Ramos added.

Adding to the lack of reforms, Ramos said policies that are made at global scale and cannot be controlled by the government are also a deterrent for development.

"We have to anticipate these changes. Be proactive and create safety nets for the crisis brought about by these changes," he said.

For Mindanao to be more competitive, Ramos said there is a need to review its development roadmap and incorporate the changed international policies.

Monday, February 25, 2008
City continues to attract more tourists, Durano says
By Joy Romares-Sevilla
Sunstar Davao

AMID threats of political instability, Tourism Secretary Joseph Durano said tourism industry and development are still not affected especially in Davao City.

In an interview Friday, Durano said Davao City's stable peace and order situation continues to attract more tourists and visitors not only from other parts of the country, but also people of different nationalities.

"We are optimistic that the tourism development will not be affected by threats especially here in Davao. For the past years, the city had a stable growing credibility in terms of peace and order," Durano said.

As to his assessment, Durano claimed that the city has also a growing market in the tourism sector and that DOT will not be hesitant to focus its efforts to sell Davao in other parts of Mindanao and the rest of the Philippines.

"We want tourism to contribute to the growth of the economy. Davao City has many tourism products and services that we can sell. It has scuba diving sites, the Philippine Eagle Center, the Mt. Apo trail, the water rafting which I myself should also experience," Durano said.

Meanwhile, Durano asserted that DOT expects Filipinos to realize the importance of visiting other parts of the country.

"With the Davao Travel Show 2008, we can compare the different destinations that we Filipinos also can offer. It is important for us to see the rest of the country," he said.

The Davao Travel Show, which opened Friday and was concluded Sunday at the SM Entertainment Plaza, showcased all tourism products and services promoting Philippine tourism nationwide and to its neighboring countries.

The exhibitors have also offered special tour packages and services at discounted prices made available only during the Travel Show period.

Monday, February 25, 2008
BPO, telecom expansion expected this year: Neda
Sunstar Davao

THE regional office of the National Economic Development Authority (Neda) in Southern Mindanao reported that the telecommunications sector would continue to be a promising investment area this year.

Nicasio Angelo J Agustin, Neda 11 regional director, told Sun.Star Davao that business process outsourcing (BPO), such as call centers and medical transcription services, will also boost the growth of the local economy.

"The expansion of call centers outside Metro Manila is expected to continue despite the peso appreciation because of high global demand and availability of skilled and relatively cheaper human resources," Agustin said.

He added that the number of subscriptions to cellular phone and Internet services is also growing and will continue to be so this year and the coming years.

"The utilization of information and communication technology (ICT) has now permeated business and government operations in the rural areas," he said.

"As the regional economy is further drawn into the global economy, the demand for ICT is likely to expand," Agustin added. (JGRS)

Monday, February 25, 2008
Investment opportunities in BIMP-Eaga
Sunstar

AT LEAST five investment opportunities were identified within the BIMP-Eaga region.

These opportunities include agro-industry, fisheries, tourism, transporting and shipping, and energy.

In a BIMP-Eaga Cooperation Initiative brochure provided by the BIMP-Eaga Facilitation Center and the BIMP-Eaga Business Council both based in Sabah, Malaysia, it states that the sub-region is already a leading producer of key agriculture products like coconut, palm oil, livestock and poultry, and high value tropical fruits and vegetables.

The sub-region is also a global center for the production and processing of important marine products such as tuna and seaweed as its major exports.

In terms of tourism, Eaga is one of the world's leading eco-tourism destinations.

Among its favorite tourists activities include cultural visits and adventure sports like diving, mountain climbing, game fishing, and trekking.

As to the transporting and shipping opportunity, the sub-region is also well connected by sea and air to most major cities in Asia. The sub-region continues to upgrade its airports and seaports to ensure its competitiveness.

Energy sources too are abundant in BIMP-Eaga. It offers investment opportunities in the renewable energy sector with its advantage in geothermal, biomass, hydro- and wind power. (JGRS)

Monday, February 25, 2008
Davao City's first business center
By Rhodamae M. Hernandez
Sunstar Davao

TWELVE years after working as branch manager of a company he was in, Johannz George Salopaso Peñaflor gave up his job and concentrated on his own business.

Peñaflor now owns and manages Mindanao Business and Training Center, which he claimed to be a one-stop destination for all business requirements, offering Triple C -- convenience, comfort and connection.

"I came up with the idea after years of experiencing problems like looking for a place that has Internet access. Usahay daghan ug students in these places, kaya samok pud while working," Peñaflor told Sun.Star Davao.

The center, which he described as the first in Davao City, provides convenience by offering every requisite of daily work routine right in one roof.

"This place is also good for young professionals, all they have to do is to move in. Besides, ma-forecast pa nila ang monthly overhead nila kasi complete na ang mga kailangan nila," Peñaflor said.

The establishment also offers efficient secretarial services to facilitate office operations, exclusive office space, individualized mailboxes, trouble-free parking space, reception area for clients, conference room for meetings, and courier services.

The clients can also have airline reservations, Internet connection, local and long distance calls, facsimile services, computer printing, photocopy, typesetting, bookbinding, laminations, and anything that an office needs.

The center also has in-house lawyers for legal services. It is also located right beside a laundry shop so you can drop off laundry while working. Economy but clean hotels are also a stone's throw away from the establishment.

MBTC also caters to the client's desire for maximum comfort by providing a coffee station, snack bar, cozy lounge, a well-lighted and cool and quiet environment that allows log-in long hours without distraction and a "no games" policy for the Internet services.

The center is located at Unit 1, Escobarte Building, Patnubay street in SIR Matina, Davao City and can be reached through 3017798 and telefax number 2972284. Its email address is mindanaobusinesstrainingcenter@yahoo.com.ph

^^

Awesome indeed!!!

Monday, February 25, 2008
China training for Perez to continue
Sunstar Davao

NOW that she has qualified for the Beijing Olympics, Davao City diver Shiela Mae Perez will undergo even more rigid training in China to sharpen her skills.

Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William "Butch" Ramirez revealed this Saturday, saying other Olympic qualifiers will also continue with their training abroad.

"She's already there, so she will continue with her training for the Olympics," Ramirez said.

Perez earned her second Olympics stint when she finished 17th in the semifinals of the 3-meter springboard Friday at the FINA World Diving Cup in Beijing, China.

Perez thus became the 10th athlete from the Philippines who will hunt for the country's first-ever gold medal in the 2008 Beijing Olympics in August.

The 22-year-old Perez garnered a total of 271 points in the semifinals topped by Chinese Wu Minxia Wu, who amassed 377.85 points.

China's Jing Jing Guo was second with 372 points while Australia's Sharleen Stratton came in third with 336.90 points.

Accor Group building bed and breakfast facility in Cebu
By Ma. Elisa P. Osorio
Monday, February 25, 2008
The Philippine Star


European leader in hotels the Accor Group is developing a multi-million peso bed and breakfast facility in Cebu.

In an interview, Hotel and Restaurant Association of the Philippines chairman and president Humphrey O’Leary III said investments in the local hotel industry continues as evidenced by the interest of the Accor Group.

In fact, O’Leary said the development in the industry is concentrated outside Metro Manila. “The investors are looking at building hotels in places outside Metro Manila,” he said.

According to O’Leary, the emerging investment destinations are Surigao, Davao and Bohol.

“We are very optimistic about Bohol. We think it may even overtake Boracay,” O’Leary said.

Currently, the government has imposed a moratorium in hotel building in Boracay.

O’Leary said the continued investment in the hotel industry proves that tourism in the country is not affected by the current political noise.

He said visitors have learned to cope with the situation given the high occupancy rate enjoyed by hotels.

Last year, the average occupancy rate is 77 percent. O’Leary said they are hoping to increase it to between 85 percent and 95 percent this year.

The 3.5 million expected foreign guests will come mostly from new markets like Russia, Middle East, China and Korea.

In fact, there is a shortage of hotel rooms, serviced apartments, villatels and condotels especially in major tourist destinations like Cebu, Boracay and Palawan.

In Metro Manila, there are over 13,000 DOT accredited rooms. In Cebu there are close to 5,000 and 4,631 in Boracay.

The average room rate for an overnight stay in Makati and Cebu are less than P10,000 while in Boracay, the average room rate is P10,343 a night.

The Shangri-La Makati enjoyed the highest occupancy rate among all the Makati based hotels at over 90 percent while the rest average at the upper 80 percent.

Business
RP has 3rd fastest-growing air travel market
By Mary Ann Ll. Reyes
Monday, February 25, 2008

Air travel within the Philippines is the third fastest growing market in the world, after India and Mexico, industry data revealed.

India’s domestic market grew by 33 percent, followed by Mexico at 27 percent, Philippines at 23 percent, and China at 16 percent last year.

The Philippines domestic air travel market grew with almost 10.4 million travelers in 2007 compared with almost 8.5 million passengers in 2006.

Gokongwei-owned Cebu Pacific (CEB) set the pace in the domestic market with a growth rate of 47 percent in terms of passengers carried in 2007, or from 3.034 million in 2006 to 4.46 million in 2007.

Philippine Airlines (PAL) experienced a six percent increase, from 3.81 million to 4.033 million, while traffic for Air Philippines grew 21 percent, or from 653,175 in 2006 to 726,616 last year.

Candice Iyog, CEB spokesperson, said domestic travel started booming when CEB introduced year-round low fares in 2005, forcing other local airlines to follow suit to be able to compete.

“Our rapid domestic network expansion, aggressive pricing, year-round low fares, and new and growing fleet stimulated the market and introduced air travel to many first-time flyers,” she said.

Iyog said CEB expects the growth trend to continue this year and beyond as the airline takes delivery of more new aircraft, which will be used to serve new domestic and international destinations.

“The arrival of brand new Airbus and ATR aircraft will open up the Philippines and hopefully generate economic growth largely through tourism and trade in the process,” she said.

Now in its 12th year, CEB has the youngest fleet in the Philippines.

It flies to 12 and soon to be 15 international destinations with the addition of Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, and Kaohsiung in the coming months. CEB also flies to 21 domestic destinations with Boracay (Caticlan) starting Feb. 29, 2008.

CEB projects the number of passengers it will carry this year in both its domestic and international operations to exceed seven million, a 27 percent growth compared to the 5.49 million passengers in 2007.

CEB will be leasing this year four Airbus 320-200 and acquiring six ATR 72-500s, bringing the carrier’s total aircraft to 25 by the end of 2008. It also has firm orders for 10 more A320s with option for another 10, as well as firm orders for 10 ATRs and eight options. The six ATRs arriving this year are part of the 10 firm orders for ATRs.

CEB president Lance Gokongwei said the 10 firm orders for A320s will be coming in between 2010 and 2012 while the options may be availed of between 2012 and 2014. In the case of the ATRs, these will be coming in between 2010 and 2011. “By year 2013, CEB will have a fleet of 38 aircraft,” he said.

In 2007, CEB carried a total of 5.49 million passengers, a 58 percent growth from the 3.47 million carried in 2006. Of the 5.49 million, 4.46 million were domestic passengers which is a 47 percent increase from the 3.04 million domestic passengers in 2006.

The growth in the international operations was higher, with 1.032 million passengers carried in 2007 or a 141 percent growth compared to the 428,926 passengers in 2006.

CEB now has the fastest growing domestic and international operations in the country, serving 32 destinations with a total of 44 routes, and with 906 flights a week to both domestic and international destinations.

In 2007, Gokongwei said CEB had a 43 percent share of the domestic market while rival Philippine Airlines had 39 percent and Air Philippines, 11 percent. Last year, CEB had a load factor of 83 percent compared to PAL’s 79 percent and Air Philippines’ 73 percent. CEB also said it had the highest passenger numbers and seat numbers last year. “Our objective is to have an 80 to 85 percent load factor,” Gokongwei said.

He likewise noted that the top seven growth contributors to visitor arrivals in the Philippines from Asia (Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, China, Hong Kong, and Korea) are destinations where CEB has started or expanded operations over the past two years. “CEB is entering the Vietnam market on June 6 and we expect this market to show substantial growth,” Gokongwei said.

To further expand its reach, CEB also announced that it is setting up its third hub in the country in Davao this June. Its other hubs are in Manila and Cebu. There are also plans to put up another hub in Clark.

Gokongwei also expressed optimism that since the country is only in its early stages of the “low fare” revolution, the market will continue to grow leaps and bounds. “We expect the domestic market to grow 13 to 15 percent a year for the next five years. We anticipate the market to double in the next five years,” he said.

WAit @Dinabaw you have to see this... :nuts:

@kulas may copycat ka na :lol::lol::lol:

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sabligan ko nag acido imo nawong. :lol:

the nerve of people trying to copy claus strong.:lol::lol::lol:

yup, insular.

Monday, February 25, 2008
Ledesma: Alcantara an oligarch?
By Jun Ledesma
Sunbursts

JUN LOZADA, the star witness in the shady ZTE-NBN deal who's having a super road show in nearly all university campus in Matro Manila, is starting to be a veritable loose cannon I am starting to doubt the credibility of some of his testimonies.

Never mind the fact that he and Romy Neri were in a secret huddle with Senators Ping Lacson and Jamby Madrigal where they bargained for a "patriotic fund" (in exchange for their confessions?).

What startled me of late was his incredulous attribution to Davao's own Tomas Alcantara as an "oligarch."

That Tomas Alcantara is one of the economic advisers of President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo does not make an oligarch out of Tommy. The Alcantara family hardly fits the image of oligarch. The parents of Tomas are hardy pioneers and the children down to the third generation are molded in the model of the Conrado, the patriarch, and the amiable Ladislawa.

The grand old man and his wife are known for their frugal lifestyle and they brought up their children not in the ways of the elite. They have lost much of their enterprises - cement and refractory companies. They too have downsized their plywood firm.

It is utterly unfair and reckless for Lozada to dub Tomas a member of oligarchy or the ruling elite. Why begrudge the man for being consulted by the Palace on matters of his expertise? Will he too belittle the ascendancy of another Alcantara scion in Petron? Like Lozada, who thinks of himself as an IT expert, will it not be possible that Tommy and his brother Nick be experts in their respective fields too?

The Alcantara children are far from being oligarchs. I do not know about Enrique Razon, Lucio Tan, and the Aboitizes. But the scions of the Alcantara family in Davao are definitely incongruous to what JLO suspects. The Alcantara made their fortune by their brain or brawn or both.

You find Saranggani bangus, pompano, sea bass and tilapia in many super-markets in the US. It gives you a sense of pride that those marine products came from the Philippines and closer to home - in Saranggani province.

Maybe Lozada is not aware that the Alcantara children and their grandchildren had invested so much on the marine enterprise before they were able to perfect the technology that enable them to export fish products in major markets in the world. They were the trailblazers. Many others follow. This definitely does not make them oligarchs that Lozada casually branded them to be.

Even as I said this, this does not diminish my belief that Jun Lozada is telling the truth. The only reservation I had is his claim that he was kidnapped. I am in full accord with him that the ZTE-NBN deal is shady and that there are characters in and out of the government who cavorted with one another to make a quick buck out of it. They must be prosecuted and put behind bars.

Former president Fidel Ramos put it succinctly. The investigation should be pursued and the guilty be convicted. The issue of ZTE-NBN corruption is just a blip. He likened the Philippines to a ship that is damaged -with a lot of holes in it. We Filipinos must unite and everybody must help to plug the holes and fix the ship. We should not allow this ship to sink for if it does we will all sink with it.

http://www.sunstar.com.ph/static/dav/2008/02/25/oped/jun.ledesma.sunbursts.html

Monday, February 25, 2008
More privileges at MetroLifestyle

ASIDE from its top of the line and world-class facilities, accessibility, programs, professional trainers and relatively cheap membership cost, there are other important things you can enjoy as a member of MetroLifestyle Fitness Center & Spa.

Starting January 1, members of the fitness center get to enjoy special rates for swimming pool access and use of basketball and tennis courts at Ladislawa Country Club, Ladislawa Village, Buhangin, Davao City.

Ladislawa Country Club's regular rates for swimming pool use are P90 on weekdays and P110 on weekends per head. For the basketball court, the club charges (per hour) from P392 to P560 (depending on the time) plus P224 for electricity fee and P112 for exhaust.

For the tennis courts, a non-club member pays a P60 court fee per hour, plus P35 for two hours (per guest) and additional P90 for light fee.

Aside from the recreational facilities, Ladislawa Country Club has function rooms that cater to social gatherings, weddings, debuts and other parties that could accommodate about 50 to 300 persons.

MetroLifestyle recently inked a deal with different establishments where fitness members could enjoy discounts.

Sports & Fashion Shop, Athlete's Foot, Planet Sports, New Balance Concept Stores Nationwide are giving 10% discount. Sassa Activewear at Gaisano Mall of Davao, Gaisano South Ilustre & NCCC Mall also offer 10% discount. Sports Depot at Victoria Plaza is giving 5% discount. Style in Motion Boutique at Market Basket, Damosa has 10% discount.

For beauty, fitness & wellness, 10% to 50% discount at Bahia Spa & Wellness and Dermalife Facial-Slimming and 30% discount at Allan Alforque Beauty Salon at F. Torres St.

For photo, video & party packages, Fun Cuts Salon for Kids & Photography Studio- 3rd Floor, Gaisano Mall of Davao gives 5% to 10% discount); Roland Jumawan Photo & Video Studio located in front of NCCC Mall, McArthur Highway, Matina and Agfa Photohouse at City Hall drive give 5% to 10% discount; 1001 Digital Photography at SM City Davao offers 5% to 10%.

Dining & coffee shops like Bo's Coffee Club & Krua Thai at MetroLifestyle complex, F. Torres St., corner E. Jacinto Extension as well as Chicken Ati-atihan located at Villa Abrille St., corner JP Laurel Avenue and Mang Manok located at Tionko Street give 10 percent discount.

MetroLifestyle also keeps pace with the latest state of the art equipment to give its members satisfaction and full use of their membership benefits.

With the upgrade of weights equipment to Cybex (world's top of the line weights equipment) on January 2007, it has from time to time acquired new cardio machines.

Six months ago, it acquired Stretch Trainers and cardio machines like the Elleptical Crosstrainer and Arc Trainers. The fitness center also upgraded its cycling machines used in power cycling classes to the latest top of the line Keiser M3 Spinning Bikes.

Recently, MetroLifestyle has acquired the Adaptive Trainer Motion, a cardio machine that allows users complete freedom of movement.

MetroLifestyle will definitely ensure that you'll be able to sustain your commitment and not end up wasting your money by dropping out.

MetroLifestyle Fitness Center & Spa is located at MetroLifestyle Complex, Corner F. Torres St., and E. Jacinto Extension, Davao City. Customer hotline number is 228-6180 to 82 or visit www.metrolifestyledavao.com.

http://www.sunstar.com.ph/static/dav/2008/02/25/life/more.privileges.at.metrolifestyle.html

the nerve of people trying to copy claus strong.:lol::lol::lol:

ako untang isulti tong dialogue sa pilikula na youre nothing but a... kalimot ko sa sumpay, iningles man gud.

share ko lang tong pics from Malagos yesterday morning habang nasa Camp Sabros sila:

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Eagle Owl, heto ang lahi ng official mascot ng SSC Davao, Eagowl.
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This is Butch... as in buta na bird
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Leila on scooter
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This bird taught us how to segregate garbage.
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Blue Macaw knows how to play basketball

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pato
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Monday, February 25, 2008
Ledesma: Alcantara an oligarch?
By Jun Ledesma
Sunbursts

JUN LOZADA, the star witness in the shady ZTE-NBN deal who's having a super road show in nearly all university campus in Matro Manila, is starting to be a veritable loose cannon I am starting to doubt the credibility of some of his testimonies.

Never mind the fact that he and Romy Neri were in a secret huddle with Senators Ping Lacson and Jamby Madrigal where they bargained for a "patriotic fund" (in exchange for their confessions?).

What startled me of late was his incredulous attribution to Davao's own Tomas Alcantara as an "oligarch."

That Tomas Alcantara is one of the economic advisers of President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo does not make an oligarch out of Tommy. The Alcantara family hardly fits the image of oligarch. The parents of Tomas are hardy pioneers and the children down to the third generation are molded in the model of the Conrado, the patriarch, and the amiable Ladislawa.

The grand old man and his wife are known for their frugal lifestyle and they brought up their children not in the ways of the elite. They have lost much of their enterprises - cement and refractory companies. They too have downsized their plywood firm.

It is utterly unfair and reckless for Lozada to dub Tomas a member of oligarchy or the ruling elite. Why begrudge the man for being consulted by the Palace on matters of his expertise? Will he too belittle the ascendancy of another Alcantara scion in Petron? Like Lozada, who thinks of himself as an IT expert, will it not be possible that Tommy and his brother Nick be experts in their respective fields too?

The Alcantara children are far from being oligarchs. I do not know about Enrique Razon, Lucio Tan, and the Aboitizes. But the scions of the Alcantara family in Davao are definitely incongruous to what JLO suspects. The Alcantara made their fortune by their brain or brawn or both.

You find Saranggani bangus, pompano, sea bass and tilapia in many super-markets in the US. It gives you a sense of pride that those marine products came from the Philippines and closer to home - in Saranggani province.

Maybe Lozada is not aware that the Alcantara children and their grandchildren had invested so much on the marine enterprise before they were able to perfect the technology that enable them to export fish products in major markets in the world. They were the trailblazers. Many others follow. This definitely does not make them oligarchs that Lozada casually branded them to be.

Even as I said this, this does not diminish my belief that Jun Lozada is telling the truth. The only reservation I had is his claim that he was kidnapped. I am in full accord with him that the ZTE-NBN deal is shady and that there are characters in and out of the government who cavorted with one another to make a quick buck out of it. They must be prosecuted and put behind bars.

Former president Fidel Ramos put it succinctly. The investigation should be pursued and the guilty be convicted. The issue of ZTE-NBN corruption is just a blip. He likened the Philippines to a ship that is damaged -with a lot of holes in it. We Filipinos must unite and everybody must help to plug the holes and fix the ship. We should not allow this ship to sink for if it does we will all sink with it.

http://www.sunstar.com.ph/static/dav/2008/02/25/oped/jun.ledesma.sunbursts.html

bakakon man jud ni si Jun Lozada..

people with vested interests are jumping to his bandwagon. at any cost, they want gma out. everything is suspect and a circus. halata ra kaayo.

kaya nga dissapointed ako sa ateneo..sumakay agad eh based sa mga napapanood ko eh all hearsay lang naman itong si jun lozada..:ohno:

tapos nakita ko sa youtube yung supposed wiretap na conversation nila ni de venecia..grabe kaayo mamalikas si lozada, lahi ra sa image na ginaproject nya sa TV

;18644174']kaya nga dissapointed ako sa ateneo..sumakay agad eh based sa mga napapanood ko eh all hearsay lang naman itong si jun lozada..:ohno:

tapos nakita ko sa youtube yung supposed wiretap na conversation nila ni de venecia..grabe kaayo mamalikas si lozada, lahi ra sa image na ginaproject nya sa TV

read it in inquirer that sya pud, he wanted his kamag-anaks to get the contracts.

amazed gani kaayo ko ngano daghan kaayo na liba ning tawhana ni..pero disappointing jud ang mga educ institutions nga misakay dayon sa issue :(

exactly. people believe what they wanted to believe.

^^ dakog utang na si Lozada , bitaw matingala ko sa mga atong "leader" kuno dali lang pasakyon na klaro himo2 ni Lacson kanang scenario .

;18644271']amazed gani kaayo ko ngano daghan kaayo na liba ning tawhana ni..pero disappointing jud ang mga educ institutions nga misakay dayon sa issue :(

busa kamo sa USeP or sa PWC ninyo paeskwelahon inyo mga anak. sa USep kay 1000 lang isa ka sem na na. gamay ra aktibista. sa PWC, simple lang moingon lang sila nga kung dili mo ganahan sa among eskwelahan, ayaw mog protesta,,, panghawa mo.

the nerve of people trying to copy claus strong.:lol::lol::lol:

i'm just filling his shoes, but it seems i like it na! (tone of Il Tenore) :lol:

In the afternoon, we went to Davao Crocodile Park. marami na ring bago sa croc park.

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In the afternoon, we went to Davao Crocodile Park. marami na ring bago sa croc park.



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the ultimate zip line! :lol:

hinayupak eh si Long Medina pala si Lozada ah ...

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wow.....

i changed the gamma setting and look what happened! :)

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much better...
^^ youporn :lol:asa tung website ni paul katong daghan disi :D

balita yung lanang country golf club hindi si ** ang nakabili but ******** , done deal na , from a reliable source :gossip:


claveria ....
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f*******o? really? what will they do with the lanang golf anyway?
Yeah it was really great accomodation @Rall Thank you...:cheers:

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I love the house! typical american house ei!
Monday, February 25, 2008
City continues to attract more tourists, Durano says
By Joy Romares-Sevilla
Sunstar Davao

AMID threats of political instability, Tourism Secretary Joseph Durano said tourism industry and development are still not affected especially in Davao City.

In an interview Friday, Durano said Davao City's stable peace and order situation continues to attract more tourists and visitors not only from other parts of the country, but also people of different nationalities.

"We are optimistic that the tourism development will not be affected by threats especially here in Davao. For the past years, the city had a stable growing credibility in terms of peace and order," Durano said.

As to his assessment, Durano claimed that the city has also a growing market in the tourism sector and that DOT will not be hesitant to focus its efforts to sell Davao in other parts of Mindanao and the rest of the Philippines.

"We want tourism to contribute to the growth of the economy. Davao City has many tourism products and services that we can sell. It has scuba diving sites, the Philippine Eagle Center, the Mt. Apo trail, the water rafting which I myself should also experience," Durano said.

Meanwhile, Durano asserted that DOT expects Filipinos to realize the importance of visiting other parts of the country.

"With the Davao Travel Show 2008, we can compare the different destinations that we Filipinos also can offer. It is important for us to see the rest of the country," he said.

The Davao Travel Show, which opened Friday and was concluded Sunday at the SM Entertainment Plaza, showcased all tourism products and services promoting Philippine tourism nationwide and to its neighboring countries.

The exhibitors have also offered special tour packages and services at discounted prices made available only during the Travel Show period.
I love reading this report...
Business
RP has 3rd fastest-growing air travel market
By Mary Ann Ll. Reyes
Monday, February 25, 2008

Air travel within the Philippines is the third fastest growing market in the world, after India and Mexico, industry data revealed.

India’s domestic market grew by 33 percent, followed by Mexico at 27 percent, Philippines at 23 percent, and China at 16 percent last year.

The Philippines domestic air travel market grew with almost 10.4 million travelers in 2007 compared with almost 8.5 million passengers in 2006.

Gokongwei-owned Cebu Pacific (CEB) set the pace in the domestic market with a growth rate of 47 percent in terms of passengers carried in 2007, or from 3.034 million in 2006 to 4.46 million in 2007.

Philippine Airlines (PAL) experienced a six percent increase, from 3.81 million to 4.033 million, while traffic for Air Philippines grew 21 percent, or from 653,175 in 2006 to 726,616 last year.

Candice Iyog, CEB spokesperson, said domestic travel started booming when CEB introduced year-round low fares in 2005, forcing other local airlines to follow suit to be able to compete.

“Our rapid domestic network expansion, aggressive pricing, year-round low fares, and new and growing fleet stimulated the market and introduced air travel to many first-time flyers,” she said.

Iyog said CEB expects the growth trend to continue this year and beyond as the airline takes delivery of more new aircraft, which will be used to serve new domestic and international destinations.

“The arrival of brand new Airbus and ATR aircraft will open up the Philippines and hopefully generate economic growth largely through tourism and trade in the process,” she said.

Now in its 12th year, CEB has the youngest fleet in the Philippines.

It flies to 12 and soon to be 15 international destinations with the addition of Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, and Kaohsiung in the coming months. CEB also flies to 21 domestic destinations with Boracay (Caticlan) starting Feb. 29, 2008.

CEB projects the number of passengers it will carry this year in both its domestic and international operations to exceed seven million, a 27 percent growth compared to the 5.49 million passengers in 2007.

CEB will be leasing this year four Airbus 320-200 and acquiring six ATR 72-500s, bringing the carrier’s total aircraft to 25 by the end of 2008. It also has firm orders for 10 more A320s with option for another 10, as well as firm orders for 10 ATRs and eight options. The six ATRs arriving this year are part of the 10 firm orders for ATRs.

CEB president Lance Gokongwei said the 10 firm orders for A320s will be coming in between 2010 and 2012 while the options may be availed of between 2012 and 2014. In the case of the ATRs, these will be coming in between 2010 and 2011. “By year 2013, CEB will have a fleet of 38 aircraft,” he said.

In 2007, CEB carried a total of 5.49 million passengers, a 58 percent growth from the 3.47 million carried in 2006. Of the 5.49 million, 4.46 million were domestic passengers which is a 47 percent increase from the 3.04 million domestic passengers in 2006.

The growth in the international operations was higher, with 1.032 million passengers carried in 2007 or a 141 percent growth compared to the 428,926 passengers in 2006.

CEB now has the fastest growing domestic and international operations in the country, serving 32 destinations with a total of 44 routes, and with 906 flights a week to both domestic and international destinations.

In 2007, Gokongwei said CEB had a 43 percent share of the domestic market while rival Philippine Airlines had 39 percent and Air Philippines, 11 percent. Last year, CEB had a load factor of 83 percent compared to PAL’s 79 percent and Air Philippines’ 73 percent. CEB also said it had the highest passenger numbers and seat numbers last year. “Our objective is to have an 80 to 85 percent load factor,” Gokongwei said.

He likewise noted that the top seven growth contributors to visitor arrivals in the Philippines from Asia (Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, China, Hong Kong, and Korea) are destinations where CEB has started or expanded operations over the past two years. “CEB is entering the Vietnam market on June 6 and we expect this market to show substantial growth,” Gokongwei said.

To further expand its reach, CEB also announced that it is setting up its third hub in the country in Davao this June. Its other hubs are in Manila and Cebu. There are also plans to put up another hub in Clark.

Gokongwei also expressed optimism that since the country is only in its early stages of the “low fare” revolution, the market will continue to grow leaps and bounds. “We expect the domestic market to grow 13 to 15 percent a year for the next five years. We anticipate the market to double in the next five years,” he said.
I only read the highlighted one...
;18643951']bakakon man jud ni si Jun Lozada..

paawa effect.. di umubra sa'kin... liars go to... clue: H..

guess where?

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2144/2275372409_d5e4ca6229_b.jpg
insular? it's small!

^^Go Perez!! the davaoeña pride!

experience CAMP SABROS:

zip line one, 380 meters...
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screams at zip line one...
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youngest zip liners at zip line one...
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here if is isn't available:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4DIMTMnR0E

the new 405 meters, almost half a kilometer zip line two... (longest, fastest, highest and craziest zip line in the entire philippines)
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... but forgets to thank Davao supporters


DAVAOEÑO Ruben Gonzaga, the Big Winner of Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition 2, is now in cloud nine--and why not? He's finally received the other major prize --a condo unit -- from the most popular reality show in the country.
The month-long wait was certainly worth it for Gonzaga, who was handed the key of his own condo unit in Chateau Valenzuela by Globe Asiatique officials on Tuesday, ABS-CBN reported.
"Masaya po at laking tuwa ko na nakuha ko ang condo unit ko, may sarili na akong bahay dito sa Manila," Gonzaga told abs-cbnNews.com over a phone interview.
Gonzaga was born and grew up in Davao City and his parents and kin still live there. He is currently staying with his wife and kids in a rented apartment somewhere in Metro Manila.
Now he can't wait to move to their new condo unit, which reportedly cost P750,000.
"Nandoon 'yung parang na-surprise ka na pa wow ka, kasi magkano din 'yung condo di ba? So talagang nandoon 'yung puso na nakuha mo 'yon dahil sa mga ginagawa mo dahil sa pagsubok sa buhay mo," he said.
Gonzaga, who was dubbed as the "Komedyanteng Promdi" during his stay at the PBB House, said he is already making arrangements to move his wife, kids and other family members into their new home.
Gonzaga reflected on how much his life has changed. And even if he became an instant star and millionaire, he still thanks the Lord for all the good things that has come his way.
"Siguro unang-una sa lahat thank you kay Lord. Si Lord talaga sobrang love ako kahit alam kong marami akong kasalanan, talagang nandoon siya para sa akin," Ruben said.
But Ruben forgot to thanks his Davao supporters.
ABS-CBN quoted him as saying: "Marami ding salamat sa mga taong sumusuporta lalo na sa PBB Celebrity Edition. Maraming salamat sa inyo lalo na sa taga-Zamboanga, Cebu at sa Maynila."
maayo pa sya!

^^I agree with you! hehehe!

^^a rising star in the future...

i'm just filling his shoes, but it seems i like it na! (tone of Il Tenore) :lol:

ani na diay ni ron, pagtalikod, nay pretender to the throne.:lol:

hey guyz.. this might be OT but I have to inform you all....

I'm now part of the Himig Singers!

I just had an audition last month...

right or left wing pa lang na.

^^ congrats il tenore.

hey guyz.. this might be OT but I have to inform you all....

I'm now part of the Himig Singers!

I just had an audition last month...

oi congrats! btw, did you audition for pinoy idol?

sa tingin ko hindi. parang ayaw mong pumila.

^^it's true! I really don't like to be in line and don't want to be seen in T.V....

unlike your ankol claus.:lol::lol::lol:

^^ah! ok!!

^^haha!! bitaw no..

^^ kung dili lang ko lampas sa age limit, mo-audition ko. pildihon nako si renaldo lapuz.

kitams?

^^the proof is enough... hehe!!

:lol: oi mahal na yan btw spekening of money naalala ba ninyo yung mis print na P100.00 na may signature arrovo instead of arroyo , i spoke to a collector sabi niya it will fetch around P100,000.00 pesoses:cheers:

Boss... you can buy that kind of bill in a place in Megamall worth Php 200.00 only...

grats Tenore :D

too much lip gloss =_=;;

here it is, exclusive... testing of the new 405 meter (almost half a kilometer) zip line by the owner himself, sir edwin (feb. 24, 2008). longer than the 380 meter line beside it but twice the speed of the old one. next week, Sports Unlimited will feature camp sabros. maybe dyan castillejo will try out the new one. let's see. davao adventures are extreme. enjoy! the longest zip lines in the philippines.
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well the record setting 405 mts. zip line in Sabros was recently broken not once but twice( in length) where? just within the city, the zip line in Davao Great Outdoors @ 700+ :colgate:

ako untang isulti tong dialogue sa pilikula na youre nothing but a... kalimot ko sa sumpay, iningles man gud.

share ko lang tong pics from Malagos yesterday morning habang nasa Camp Sabros sila:

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a157/kulaskusgan/022408%20malagos/Picture005.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a157/kulaskusgan/022408%20malagos/Picture006.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a157/kulaskusgan/022408%20malagos/Picture011.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a157/kulaskusgan/022408%20malagos/Picture013.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a157/kulaskusgan/022408%20malagos/Picture015.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a157/kulaskusgan/022408%20malagos/Picture016.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a157/kulaskusgan/022408%20malagos/Picture024.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a157/kulaskusgan/022408%20malagos/Picture031.jpg

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a157/kulaskusgan/022408%20malagos/Picture033.jpg

gwapo noh ang camp sabros... gwapo sa ang naka blue... hehehe..:nuts:

awesome photos guys. after cebu and bohol, i wanna go to davao!!! astig pala magsuperman sa zip line! meron palang ganyan sa Pinas.
gusto ko din mapuntahan yung zoo, pero wag yung sawa. katakot.

^^ maraming zip lines dito , meron din sa Eden Nature Park ,sa Davao Outland Adventure ,another one in Samal Island , sorry forgot the name :)


update sa Eco 4000

http://img176.imageshack.us/img176/9033/reco0227zj8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/8835/img0349ww6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Akiko Japanese Restaurant

For some reason, I needed a costume. I've been to SM, Gaisano Ilustre, Chimes, Gaisano Mall, and one UK store(Ukay-Ukay) to no avail! The only place left was Victoria Plaza.


So after buying my costume at Victoria Plaze, I headed to Akiko Japanese Restaurant to satisfy my Japanese craving. I like to dine privately and Akiko is one of those places where people from the outside can't see how big your mouth is.

As I was seated, I noticed that I was a lone ranger...the only Filipino dining amidst a sea of Japanese diners. Ratio: 9 Japanese: 1 Filipino. I was outnumbered in my own land. It was good that "Dear Monica" was their station of choice. Monica will do. She will keep me company while I eat and at the same time listen to somebody else's love problem.


The original plan was just to have their California Maki and Ika fry. The menu said that an order of California Maki(P220) would yield 12 pieces. Way too much for somebody on a solo flight. I asked the waitress if it would be possible to halve the order. She was really nice to ask the management about my request and it was granted!

I found the rice to be a bit dry but was compensated by the taste of Japanese Kewpie mayonnaise. The taste is really different from the local brands we have. More eggy, more yellow, and the acid used is really different.


The Ika Fry(P170) was remarkable! I was served with 3 huge pieces!!! I measured its diameter and it was approximately the same as the length of my index finger. And according to Mr. Ruler, my index finger is 3 inches long. I don't know if this is the usual size they serve or this was the only ones available in the market.

Despite its size, it was tender with a crunchy coating. It was served with shredded cabbage and potato salad on the side. If you see "BEWARE OF DOG" signs then the mustard on the side should bear a sign, "BEWARE OF MUSTARD". You know how wasabe burns if you put too much, right? The effect will not have a great impact on your tongue but more on your sinus. The innocent looking mustard has a similar effect...it almost burned my nostrils!!! GAAAAK!


I've been eating in this restaurant for years now. Even celebrated one of my birthdays here but this was the first time I ever ate here alone. And the first time I noticed the Japanese Spaghetti(P190).

We usually eat pasta using a fork, but this time, it's chopsticks for the Japanese Spaghetti! Pasta with sauteed straw mushrooms, onions, garlic, Japanese chili, and a sauce I could not decipher. Gimme some garlic bread here! It was something new for me and so gooooooooood! I wasn't able to finish it since I was already full.

What amuses me most are restroom signs...Cherries for women and for men...enter the banana room.


Akiko remains to be one of my favorite Japanese restaurants in Davao City either dining with family, friends, or just by myself.



Akiko Japanese Restaurant
Victoria Plaza Carpark
JP Laurel Ave.
Tel No: (02)222-6825

http://davaosfoodhuntress.blogspot.com/2008/02/akiko-japanese-restaurant.html

^^correct me if I'm wrong...

is the majority of lot owners are muslim?

y'know what, it's better for him not to wear a lip gloss..

Andessa's desserts are also wonderful. Very yummy! And their interiors are fantastic. Medyo malayo lang nga talaga.

awesome photos guys. after cebu and bohol, i wanna go to davao!!! astig pala magsuperman sa zip line! meron palang ganyan sa Pinas.
gusto ko din mapuntahan yung zoo, pero wag yung sawa. katakot.

welcome to the davao thread francis.

hey guyz.. this might be OT but I have to inform you all....

I'm now part of the Himig Singers!

I just had an audition last month...


amen (in seven folds...) congratulations :banana: :cheers:

^^ maraming zip lines dito , meron din sa Eden Nature Park ,sa Davao Outdoor Adventure ,another one in Samal Island , sorry forgot the name :)


update sa Eco 4000

http://img176.imageshack.us/img176/9033/reco0227zj8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

wow, patapos na diay. yay!

well the record setting 405 mts. zip line in Sabros was recently broken not once but twice( in length) where? just within the city, the zip line in Davao Great Outdoors @ 700+ :colgate:

hmmm, the 720 meter Davao Outland Adventure zip line might be the longest but not the highest. if that will be confirmed, camp sabros is not going to let that happen for a long time. according to one of the breakers there at camp sabros, the sacdalan bros are planning to extend the first line to the second mountain, making it a 3 kilometer zip line. the world record is 2 kilometer, so when it will be materialized, our next trip to sabros will be for the longest zip line in the whole world.


AWESOMENESS only davao can offer.

reposting: superman practice line, 16.2 meters per second ang speed nito (405 meters at 25 seconds)
video by Ibex
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:)

^^correct me if I'm wrong...

is the majority of lot owners are muslim?

nope...bakit man pala kung muslim?

ot: i wish arch. niemeyer could design the davao government center..... :cheers:

today's banner: brasilia, brazil

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/images/headers/25.jpg

^^one of the few capitals wholly planned and designed. but first things first, let's join in the carnival and hire the architect after.:lol::lol::lol:

he's over a hundred years old now, he must design it first then we'll go samba :lol:

http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab06.jpg
Can you imagine the height between you and the ground below... Para ka talagan lumilipad sa ere.. whoooah simply hanneeeeeep ang experience.:banana::banana::banana:

^^ this i have to do when i come back.

maayong gabii davao!

^^ really Paul ? take a picture or riding the zip line? :colgate:

hmmm, the 720 meter Davao Outland Adventure zip line might be the longest but not the highest. if that will be confirmed, camp sabros is not going to let that happen for a long time. according to one of the breakers there at camp sabros, the sacdalan bros are planning to extend the first line to the second mountain, making it a 3 kilometer zip line. the world record is 2 kilometer, so when it will be materialized, our next trip to sabros will be for the longest zip line in the whole world.


AWESOMENESS only davao can offer.

reposting: superman practice line, 16.2 meters per second ang speed nito (405 meters at 25 seconds)
video by Ibex
6aBrwPyOvBQ

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love it. got adrenaline rush:D

Andessa's desserts are also wonderful. Very yummy! And their interiors are fantastic. Medyo malayo lang nga talaga.

asan yang Andessa's?

either way. but i'd prefer the riding.:lol::lol::lol:

@dinabaw... how much if you ride in the zip line? is it packaged?

^^ one way P150.00 :colgate:

asa bitaw nang Andessa's?!

^^that's great!! it's cheap!

just caught a Philippine Eagle ...see no protection :lol:

http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i292/naxju/Sab20.jpg

^^you're brave one dinabaw! (kahibalo na gud na statue!)

applause!

nope...bakit man pala kung muslim?
sabi kasi ng mom ko.... not sure though of her answer...

nagduha-duha gani ko kung tinuod ba jud! hehe!

amen (in seven folds...) congratulations :banana: :cheers:
thanks @neyoneyo..

and to all of you... support us hangtud sa europe!

In the afternoon, we went to Davao Crocodile Park. marami na ring bago sa croc park.
http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a157/kulaskusgan/022408%20crocodile%20park/Picture027.jpg
ass watching pervs:D

people with vested interests are jumping to his bandwagon. at any cost, they want gma out. everything is suspect and a circus. halata ra kaayo.
i guess media practioners carrying out press freedom are the real threat to political and economicstabilityof the philippines? what do you think?

hahaha lupig ta goys sa atong cousin "see no harness"

http://img120.imageshack.us/img120/835/img2263ov7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

^^i was thinking along the same line.

tan-aw nako murag tambokon man ni nga goy. basig overweight.:lol::lol::lol:

Eagle Owl, heto ang lahi ng official mascot ng SSC Davao, Eagowl.
pato
http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a157/kulaskusgan/022408%20malagos/Picture066.jpg
:D:D so pato

:D:D so pato

good thing... wala giapil si eagowl sa sabong. mopusta ra ba unta ko.

ass watching pervs:D

actually kani ilang panan-aw:
http://www.askthemeatman.com/images/optbeefhangingincooler242701.jpg

thanks @neyoneyo..

and to all of you... support us hangtud sa europe!

uncle rajah will give you a red carpet welcome ;) , just tell him when you're coming.... :cheers:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Nikki
aka nikkixtrm

February 25

:cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer:


sorry kimber (@kirotice) for borrowing your texti'm too lazy to edit :colgate:

happy birthday to our davaoena based in yellow knife... :wave:

hapi berday nikkix.

uuuyyyy!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NIKKI!!!

niks, i compose this song for you:

hapi birthday walay manok. naay baboy puros tambok. ang bisita puros ata.

habeerday niks!


gwapo noh ang camp sabros... gwapo sa ang naka blue... hehehe..:nuts:

iregards tika. unsa imo vital stats?

happy birthday to our davaoena based in yellow knife... :wave:

halifax.:lol::lol::lol:

uncle rajah will give you a red carpet welcome ;) , just tell him when you're coming.... :cheers:

sa red carpet patulugon.

work sa ko mga goys. will be reading your posts tonight.

^^i was thinking along the same line.
dangerous. looks each one picks just anybody odd to play the characters of their story. each claiming their own version of facts. i dont know but from my point of view as reader, i just felt mismatch of press freedom and maturity of democracy. i felt how capable their bunch are to handle sensitive political issues. their practice. the finesse of their whole show. made me think, if i have the previlege to call a press conference, i would not definitely invite philippines media, unless it is for philippines consumption or if i like to make fun of the country. or i might end up in nightmare. sorry to the good ones. my opinion

dangerous. looks each one picks just anybody odd to play the characters of their story. each claiming their own version of facts. i dont know but from my point of view as reader, i just felt mismatch of press freedom and maturity of democracy. i felt how capable their bunch are to handle sensitive political issues. their practice. the finesse of their whole show. made me think, if i have the previlege to call a press conference, i would not definitely invite philippines media, unless it is for philippines consumption or if i like to make fun of the country. or i might end up in nightmare. sorry to the good ones. my opinion

wala naman talagang alam ang phil media. madalas ito lang mga tanong nila:

"how did you feel?"

"what can you say about the philippines?"

dangerous. looks each one picks just anybody odd to play the characters of their story. each claiming their own version of facts. i dont know but from my point of view as reader, i just felt mismatch of press freedom and maturity of democracy. i felt how capable their bunch are to handle sensitive political issues. their practice. the finesse of their whole show. made me think, if i have the previlege to call a press conference, i would not definitely invite philippines media, unless it is for philippines consumption or if i like to make fun of the country. or i might end up in nightmare. sorry to the good ones. my opinion

just this before i go.

i've always thought of the our press is partly or maybe wholly responsible of the whole mess we are in. a manila-centric press definitely represents the whole of our country. what the others see is that our nation is always in trouble, a basket case, full of bickering, etc.

happy birth day nikkixtrm

Happy Birthday Nikks :)

d/p

just this before i go.

i've always thought of the our press is partly or maybe wholly responsible of the whole mess we are in. a manila-centric press definitely represents the whole of our country. what the others see is that our nation is always in trouble, a basket case, full of bickering, etc.
you know how much mindanao have suffered at the mercy of their "professionalism". and looking at their counterparts in asean. i have an impression their level of maturity is well way respectable compared to philippines'. bali succumbed to worst terrorism disaster (compared to isolated bomb explosion in mindanao), which was a big blow to indonesias security stabilty. bali recovered gracefully. tsunami left phuket a stench of flesh but did not turn off and deterd visitors, but what if these happens to the philippines?

@dinabaw... how much if you ride in the zip line? is it packaged?

^^ one way P150.00 :colgate:

Actually P150 each kung tandem mag sakay, solo P200. Kung repeat performance less than P100 daw the third time libre (sabi ni @rall) :cheers:

wala naman talagang alam ang phil media. madalas ito lang mga tanong nila:

"how did you feel?"

"what can you say about the philippines?"
and they are the ones who made noise about travel advisories compared to their asean counterparts. isnt it very telling whenever they comeout stories of security fears, travel advisories follows?:D one horror story were made up of different horryfying titles at worsening intensities and posted to appear like different sotries and appear like their is widespread chaos and fear. and if you dont look at the content of story, titles were out this world not bearing anything but all of twisted show off bare raw distortions. all picked up by newswires:D

and the church? utro pud! instead of unifying the country. mas malipay pa sila nga nagkagubot.

good thing... wala giapil si eagowl sa sabong. mopusta ra ba unta ko.

:D eagowl is mightier in fight or flight over sa manok

:D eagowl is mightier in fight or flight over sa manok

another trivia:

eagowl is just a stuff toy sabi ni dinabaw. i didnt notice.

(Don't try this at home. Only professionals do this.)
@Dinabaw zipping the line with his bare hands.

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/e14467b8.jpg

sports unlimited will visit camp sabros this coming friday. or nafeature na ba? basi late lang kog hearing.

sports unlimited will visit camp sabros this coming friday. or nafeature na ba? basi late lang kog hearing.

Wala pa kulas yet to be aired pa^^

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/ead54f13.jpg
Fly fly away...^^

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/e030bf76.jpg
Skylift

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/eb40715b.jpg
Look Ma there goes our ride...:)

halifax.:lol::lol::lol:

sorry, abi nako taga artic po sya... sorri po madam nikki... :ohno:















:lol:

sa red carpet patulugon.

dili pud oi.... sa garahe lang :lol: :jk:

and the church? utro pud! instead of unifying the country. mas malipay pa sila nga nagkagubot.
why not give them a seat in congress and senate in constitutional ammendment next time:D so they will also have a taste of accountability and leagal political persecutions of public scrutiny:D

^^ sorry po, ano po ang nangyari ?

halifax.:lol::lol::lol:
sounded like holy fcuks

wow.....

i changed the gamma setting and look what happened! :)

http://images.akoniuy.multiply.com/image/3/photos/22/orig/1/davao22.jpg?et=0uq%2B2sCjo53oZb6C0d9nFw&nmid=83432565
cbd is dense at this angle. very nice

halifax!:D


WAit @Dinabaw you have to see this... :nuts:

@kulas may copycat ka na :lol::lol::lol:

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/d02768d7.jpg

nikki sealed with a kiss pa yan..happy b-day my crush:)

:lol: thanks goys!! :D

btw, i dont live in halifax. i live 3 hours away from halifax :P

sorry, abi nako taga artic po sya... sorri po madam nikki... :ohno:















:lol:

way sori-sori. da dameds has bin dan.:lol::lol::lol:

Preselling then construction of the DMCI project in Bolton would commence sooner than expected (late this summer). BUT.....there's a change in the plan daw...MIDRISE condo buildings ulit.

what was the previous plan? hi-rise ba sya?

Preselling then construction of the DMCI project in Bolton would commence sooner than expected (late this summer). BUT.....there's a change in the plan daw...MIDRISE condo buildings ulit.

11 storey high?, okay na rin.... :cheers:

:lol: thanks goys!! :D

btw, i dont live in halifax. i live 3 hours away from halifax :P

ate, how far is the city from yellow knife :D

is the bolton project bigger (more units) than the ecoland project?

sana magkaroon din tayo ng upscale condos :)

ate, how far is the city from yellow knife :D

just think of it as dulo sa dulo.:lol::lol::lol:

something like 4-5 time zones. actual distance i don't know.

ate, how far is the city from yellow knife :D

dont know.maybe its like going from phil to central china.

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/ead54f13.jpg
Fly fly away...^^

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee201/klutz1030/Camp%20Sabros/e030bf76.jpg
Skylift


nice, murag fly robin fly nga kanta.:lol::lol::lol:

King-king Mines owners ready IPO; beef up board, capital base
Manila Bulletin
Business

Nationwide Development Corp. (Nadecor), a mining investment firm and owner of the King-king Mines, one of the country’s biggest gold and copper mineral reserves located in Compostela Valley in Davao, disclosed yesterday that it has been taking the necessary steps to prepare itself for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) later this year including the additional exploration needed to improve resource base information on the King-king project.

Nadecor President,Conrado T. Calalang, said "the company was also in the process of building its shareholder and management structures to assure the proper funding and success of the King-king project."

The firm has so far drilled 276 holes equivalent to 89,599 meters.

He said the Blackhorse Asset Management of Singapore is the latest institutional investor in the company.

In line with management promise to its growing institutional investors to bring in professionals, Nadecor Chairman Jose G. Ricafort announced the appointment to the board of former trade and industry secretary Rizalino S. Navarro and geologist Jon Steen Petersen.

In addition to bringing talented people in the fields of engineering and geology, Nadecor has taken in mezzanine investors to fund the resource verification process for King-king and other pre-IPO activities. Nadecor is optimistic that its current engagement of CitiGroup as financial advisors to the King-king project will yield a strong strategic investor that will help bring the Project to, first, Bankable Feasibility Study stage, and then, Development and Production stages.

Ricafort noted that the entry of Navarro and Petersen will solidify the technical and operational capabilities of Nadecor as both the new directors have substantial experience in mine operations.

Navarro is chairman of EEI Corporation (EEI), one of the country’s biggest construction firms and director of Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation, among many other positions he holds for the Yuchengco Group of Companies.

Petersen is currently senior vice president of Norwegian mining company Intex Resources ASA, proponent of one of the larger Nickel projects in the country and is also a current member of the Geological Society of London.

Other members of the Nadecor board include Ethelwoldo E. Fernandez, Alfredo I. Ayala, Victor P. Lazatin, Teodorico C. Taguinod and Antonio A. Henson.

you know how much mindanao have suffered at the mercy of their "professionalism". and looking at their counterparts in asean. i have an impression their level of maturity is well way respectable compared to philippines'. bali succumbed to worst terrorism disaster (compared to isolated bomb explosion in mindanao), which was a big blow to indonesias security stabilty. bali recovered gracefully. tsunami left phuket a stench of flesh but did not turn off and deterd visitors, but what if these happens to the philippines?

and they are the ones who made noise about travel advisories compared to their asean counterparts. isnt it very telling whenever they comeout stories of security fears, travel advisories follows?:D one horror story were made up of different horryfying titles at worsening intensities and posted to appear like different sotries and appear like their is widespread chaos and fear. and if you dont look at the content of story, titles were out this world not bearing anything but all of twisted show off bare raw distortions. all picked up by newswires:D

true.... it is flabergasting... Bali recovered quickly like there's nothing happened...

then if Mindanao is into this, for sure, they'll not visit Mindanao ever again...

(Don't try this at home. Only professionals do this.)
@Dinabaw zipping the line with his bare hands.

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dangerous!

kids, don't ever try it! hehe!

what was the previous plan? hi-rise ba sya?

There was a plan kc to develop it into a mixed use project with two highrise buildings and two midrise buildings. But, as per my last conversation with my local partner agent, he said that it would now be consist of all midrise condos.


11 storey high?, okay na rin.... :cheers:

anong 11 storeys? waaaaaaaa....na misquote mo ako ha....5 to 6 storeys lang po.

;18662680']is the bolton project bigger (more units) than the ecoland project?

yes it is.....it would be twice bigger than the ECO 4000 residences (in terms of area and number of buildings)

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sana magkaroon din tayo ng upscale condos :)

well...DMCI and FILInvest are upscale condo developers :okay:

well...DMCI and FILInvest are upscale condo developers :okay:
but their projects here arent really "upscale" :yes: more like affordable (sa mga may pera lols) mid-cost naman ang eco and ang one oasis (looking at the facilities, plans and the services)

;18666432']but their projects here arent really "upscale" :yes: more like affordable (sa mga may pera lols) mid-cost naman ang eco and ang one oasis (looking at the facilities, plans and the services)

ahhh...ehehehehheehhe...okie doke :okay: Well yeah....based on the existing condo projects in Cebu and Manila, One Oasis and Eco are at par when it comes to facilities and pricing. In fact, the cost of a studio unit in One Oasis Davao is similar to the cost of One Oasis Ortigas. And ECO 4000 Residences' unit price is comparable to DMCI's Ortigas Mansions or Mayfield Residences here in Ortigas. Yeah...i guess you're right, Davao is yet to see projects which are considered upscale with prices ranging from 12M to 50Million such as Hilton Towers in Cebu or Greenbelt Residences in Makati. :okay: But is Davao ready for such?

But is Davao ready for such?

that i cannot answer, but may mga kilala akong tiga davao (pinsan ko and classmate ko) na may condo sa manila na parang upscale na rin (well di siguro kasing upscale ng "TRAG" pero ok din ang location

my cousin bought a unit sa BGC ata while yung family ng classmate ko ay may unit sa Paragon Plaza.

so maybe the rich out of towners could also buy units here? lol

ito lang din ang iniisip ko about the current buyers ng mga condo dito, are these mostly out of town buyers? (like kuya neyo) na parang second home (or third or 4th lol) lang ang mga units na binili nila? marami din bang davao based who looks to buy units para maging "primary" residence?

hala...paspasa sa thread oi,pls post something importants,usually man gud sa mga posts ninyo kay mura lng mo ug naga txt2x though its not importants....we are not in a hurry ok...

hala...paspasa sa thread oi,pls post something importants,usually man gud sa mga posts ninyo kay mura lng mo ug naga txt2x though its not importants....we are not in a hurry ok...

unya wala ka katulog tungod ato?

Team Davao wins Governor’s Cup in Cebu

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February 25, 2008 in horse club
Tags: Gov.Gwen Garcia, Pete Batu

In an unprecedented show of strength and skill, members of Team Davao of the Davao Horse Club clearly dominated both the English and Western events in the just-concluded Governor’s Cup 2008 Cebu Horse Show & Competition held in Mandaue City, February 15-17, 2008. In so doing, Davao clinched the coveted Governor’s Cup as overall Champion, trouncing teams from Cebu, Cagayan de Oro, Impasugong and Malaybalay of Bukidnon, Ormoc, Dumaguete and Bohol. The huge trophy was presented by the Governor of the Province of Cebu herself, the Hon.Gwen Garcia, in a Hollywood-style Awards Night at the Cebu International Convention Center (CICC). The Cebu Horse Show & Competition signaled the start of a new season in the Philippine Horsemen’s Federation competition circuit.

Jose Salvador “Pete” Batu, President of the Davao Horse Club and his wife, Esperanza, led the power-packed Davao delegation consisting of nine riders, their families and other members of the Club. The whole event itself was unprecedented in its pomp and pageantry, evidently the result of full support given by the Provincial Government of Cebu and the local government of Mandaue City to the organizers, the Cebu Equine Owners and Breeders Sportsmen’s Association (CEOBSA). In the opening ceremony, Governor Garcia, the first woman governor of Cebu, led the parade on horseback from CICC to Mandaue City’s reclamation area, venue of the competition, with members of the various participating clubs following her on their steeds. Calesas, still very much in use in Cebu City’s downtown area, came in colorful Spanish era embellishments while drum and bugle corps marched along in cadence. At the venue’s grandstand, dancers in fabulous Filipiniana costumes opened the program in lavish style.

The Awards Night held at the foyer of the CICC was no less spectacular. Before the overflowing buffet dinner table was opened, Cebu’s best classical singers began the evening’s program with an Italian prayer in song and followed it up with favorite Broadway hits. Male dancers in an American-Indian themed number preceded the dramatic entrance from a wigwam on stage by the lovely lady governor in long gown with matching Indian design, carrying the tall Governor’s Cup. One of Cebu’s top bands provided excellent dance music for all.

The gutsy horsemen from the Visayas and Mindanao deserved all that, it seemed. The rain-soaked competition grounds proved to be a risky challenge for them, contending with sticky mud and dangerous mud pits in the 2-day event. Immediately on the first day, Davao showed its dominance in the sport by capturing first places in Show Jumping and Barrel Race. Kobi Troy Tan, 2-time Rider of the Year in Youth Division (2006 & 2007) and now elevated to the Expert Divison, led the Davao winners on board his Anglo-Arab grey mare Star Nile by capturing three first places, repeating the feat of his father, Andrew, last year and teammate George Walter Misa in 2006.

Taking home a total of 14 individual awards, Davao’s trophy harvest consisted of the following: First Place finish: Show Jumping, Category B, Kobi Troy Tan; Show Jumping for Cause (Operation Smile), George Walter Misa; Barrel Race, Expert Division, Class A, Kobi Troy Tan; Auxiliary Division, Ronaldo Gonzaga from GWM Stables; Obstacle Race, Class A, Kobi Troy Tan and Royal Division, Dean Gonzales. Second Place finish: Show Jumping, Category A, George Walter Misa; Category B, Miko Gonzales; Barrel Race, Class B, Martin Ledesma; Youth, Nikki Boy Gonzales. Third Place finish: Barrel Race, Class A, George Walter Misa; Royal Division, Dean Gonzales; Obstacle Race, Class B, Martin Ledesma; Oval Race, Big Shot.

The final day of competition, when the tricky Obstacle Race was held, spills and falls (and swimming in mud for rider and horse) was par for the course. Team Davao lost two first place positions this way, as their horses, at top speed, tripped and tumbled in the ever-deepening mud on the way to the finish line. Despite the heartbreaking losses, however, the Team made it to the top of the heap. And in the glittery Awards Night, it was Davao’s time to shine once again. As the name of the winner of the Governor’s Cup was announced with fanfare, a loud cheer thundered across the hall and fireworks lit up the night sky. gwm

http://mobillacura.wordpress.com/2008/02/25/team-davao-wins-governors-cup-in-cebu/

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Wala pa siya kabalo sa protocol sa SSC...:lol:

Bankerohan Bridge U/C....

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ito lang din ang iniisip ko about the current buyers ng mga condo dito, are these mostly out of town buyers? (like kuya neyo) na parang second home (or third or 4th lol) lang ang mga units na binili nila?

:lol: i need a third, a fourth and sixth home for my kurikuri :lol: :jk:

wow four lanes na :lol:

Bankerohan Bridge U/C....

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photo by Ric Van Hori

^^ you can even make it 8, kung puro lang tricycle.:lol::lol::lol:

DIA

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Smoking Lounge
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Cora Shopping Center
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Kubali Milan's Artworks @ Ponce Suite

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Photographer's Note
One of the most exciting and entrancing mountain bike trails is the Talao hill, the climb is not too steep which is good for novice riders. Afternoon ride is favorable to be able to witness the drama of the setting sun.

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^^ nice pix.... thanks sir abskss :cheers:

^^no probs bro..:)

Thanks pud sir ambs for posting the pix here... :)

^^
Thanks for those nice photos Bro Abs! :okay:

PIA Press Release
2008/02/27
Davao ICT sector seeks more space for expansion
by Prix D Banzon

Davao City (27 February) -- The ICT sector of Davao is finding ways to respond to the need of prospective investors in the IT business.
Andrei Fournier, trustee of the Davao City Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (DCCCII) in an interview said a consultation with landowners in Davao City will be held on February 28 at the Davao Convention Center from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

He said about 50 land owners and developers and other from the real estate industry had confirmed initially to join the consultation as they showed interest on investing in the IT sector.

He said several IT players in Manila already are looking at the provinces but there is not enough of the area here that these investors can immediately use for their site. Davao City based on ocular inspection has still several vacant lots within the downtown area very ideal for IT Park or building location for call center operations, he said.

"We thought of coming up with this consultation because Davao City is strong on this," he said.
He said it is just a matter of letting these property owners understand the IT industry and sites and locations are very important in this industry.

"The reason why these IT investors are looking at Davao because rental cost in Manila is expensive," he said. He said three or four years ago in Manila the rental cost was between P150 to P200 per sq m but now it went up to P500 to P600 per sq. m. The other reason for these investors to come to Davao is that they want to be close to the source of manpower.

He said majority of the call center operators in Manila come from Davao and with their locating here would allow them to get as many workers. However he said the schools and universities here must work more for the training of these students in order for them to qualify to the job. He said with the proper training among students the absorption rate would also increase.

"That is why when there will be recruitment for call center operators here they already made arrangements with the companies that teachers handle language proficiency be allowed to observe during interviews," Fournier said. He said this is one way of letting the teacher know through actual recruitment process the things that are being asked from the applicant, which Fournier said will also give insights for teachers what to teach their students. (PIA) [top]

PIA Press Release
2008/02/27
DA gears up for Food Summit
by Prix D Banzon

Davao City (27 February) -- The government is preparing for a Food Summit to craft a comprehensive program for rural development. In relation to this a regional workshops is being held in Mindanao where the Department of Agriculture is spearheading two regional consultations with local chief executives and private sector stakeholders.

In a press statement released by DA it said that the consultation aims to gather inputs to a national food summit due in April to harmonize all initiatives to sustain the growth momentum of the farm sector over the next three years.

The consultative session was held yesterday in Cagayan de Oro City at Grand Caprice Hotel and another one in Davao City on February 29 at the Apo View Hotel. The Cebu consultation will be on March 5 at the Crown Regency Suite. Two sessions were held earlier at the Clark Special Zone in Pampanga on February 19 and at the Great Eastern Hotel in Quezon City last February 22 for Metro Manila for Luzon and Metro Manila area.

Agriculture Secretary Yap said the regional consultations are necessary for the DA to consolidate the main agriculture-related issues and concerns at the national and local levels, and then identify the government intervention measures plus food-sufficiency initiatives and budgets needed to keep the farm sector on its high growth course in the medium term.

Expected to attend the national food summit are representatives of farmers and fishers organizations, industry and professional associations, sector groups like consumers and transport organizations, academe and regional development councils.

The central areas of concern in the would-be summit cover five industry clusters namely, rice, corn, high-value commercial crops or HVCCs, livestock and poultry, and fisheries and agriculture.

Yap said one major objective of the summit is to find ways of better harnessing local government units and the private sector as effective convergence points for the various national government initiatives concerning food security and job creation. (PIA) [top]

Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Fabriga grabs Olympics slot
Sunstar Davao

DAVAO City's Rexel Ryan Fabriga also bagged a Beijing Olympics berth Monday following the recent entry of Dabawenya Sheila Mae Perez who also made an impressive showing in the just-concluded "Good Luck Beijing 2008" Fina Diving World Cup at the Water Cube of Beijing, China.

Philippine Amateur Swimming Association (Pasa) president Mark Joseph bared this through a text message to Sun.Star Davao Sunday.

He said, "From No. 21 on February 23, Fabriga placed fourth with a total of 410.4 points in the third phase of the men's 10m platform event of the World Cup today (Monday)."

Fabriga and diving partner Jaime Asok copped the synchronized 10m platform gold but settled for silver in the 10m platform individual event of the 2007 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.

"Ryan has redeemed himself by qualifying to the Olympics. This has been a long and winding road to the Olympics for our divers," he added.

Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William "Butch" Ramirez, who was tasked by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to win the country's first-ever Olympic gold in Beijing, was elated by the news.

"Wow! To have two divers in Beijing, that's really something for Davao. Mark Joseph also texted me about it early this morning," he said in an interview yesterday.

He earlier said the diving qualifiers would continue training in China.

Fabriga became the 11th Filipino qualifier to the quadrennial world sports spectacle. The other qualifiers were Miguel Molina, James Walsh, Ryan Arabejo, Daniel Coackley and Christel Simms in swimming, Tshomlee Go and Mary Antoinette Rivero in taekwondo, Harry Ta¤amor in boxing and Mark Javier in archery.

Ramirez, after hosting dinner to the sports media Saturday evening, had said: "We are still looking for one to two boxers who will also make it to Beijing during a world qualifying in Kazahkstan. Our Cuban coaches went to Baguio immediately after they arrived on Feb. 20 to train the national team and the Kazahkstan-bound boxers."

He added RP might also win wildcard slots in fencing, archery, shooting and athletics. (MLSA)

Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Davao pugs get boost
Sunstar Davao

THE Al Diner, home of giant burger in Davao City, donated uniforms to local boxers seeing action in the Tuna Festival Boxing Tournament set this weekend in General Santos City.

American sports patron Ron Duran said in a statement, "In my work to help the boxers, I've been searching for others to contribute. I'm glad Al of Al
He said the boys' uniforms were so old and worn that's why they needed new ones.

"They were so excited to receive the new uniforms," he said.

Team Davao is composed of team manager Linda Moralde, head trainer Efren Desierto and team captain Ging Ging Moralde. (MLSA)

Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Davraa to spend over P8M for Palaro stint
Sunstar Davao

THE Davao Regional Athletic Association (Davraa) will spend over P8 million to fund the participation of its more than 400 delegates to the 2008 Palarong Pambansa in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan on April 20 to 26.

Dr. Fidel Japos of the Department of Education (DepEd) Southern Mindanao Tuesday said, "We still have a deficit of P680,000 if we don't cut down the list of 484 delegates even with a budget of P4M from the central office, P150,000 each from the nine districts of Davraa and from the DepEd regional office."

He, however, said Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William "Butch" Ramirez committed to DepEd regional director Susanna Estigoy that he will help Davraa during a courtesy call at her office along F. Torres St. Tuesday morning.

The PSC chief confirmed this, saying, "We will help them in the best way we can. We will provide training for their coaches and athletes in a sports summit to be held in Mati. We will provide balls and other equipment. We will also help financially but it won't be much."

Mati, being the Davraa Meet host, will also be the training venue of the regional athletes bound to Palaro.

Japos said: "There are 339 athletes, 53 coaches, seven chaperons and 85 officials in the present list. We are still finalizing the means of our trip to Palawan. It will be cheaper for us to travel by plane than taking the ship."

The 85 officials include the kitchen staff, medical committee, communications committee and transportation committee, among others.

He said a roundtrip Negros Navigation ticket, including the bus trip from Davao City to Cagayan de Oro City, will cost over P9,000, while a roundtrip plane ticket of Cebu Pacific or Philippine Airlines costs only over P7,000.

"Negotiations are still ongoing. We have yet to reach a decision anytime this week whether we will take the plane or boat," he added. (MLSA)

PIA Press Release
2008/02/27
RMC wins EDSA Unity Cup
by RG Alama

Davao City (27 February) -- The collegiate basketball team of the Rizal Memorial Colleges used its vaunted running game to overpower Ateneo de Davao University 102-89 last Feb. 25 (Monday) at the Davao City Recreation Center (Almendras gym). The victory earned for RMC the college division title of the first EDSA Anniversary Unity Basketball Cup.

The tournament's College Division which features a single-round robin format is participated by the top collegiate basketball teams here in Davao City. The University of Mindanao, Holy Cross of Davao and Agro-Industrial Foundation Colleges also joined the tournament.

Ateneo and RMC came in top of the team rankings to advance to the championship round. Philippine Sports Commission Chairman William Ramirez said the cage tourney along with the rest of the other sporting events comprising the EDSA Unity Sportsfest was organized to commemorate the 22nd celebration of the EDSA People's Power revolt.

Aside from basketball tournament, the EDSA Unity Sportsfest also involves boxing, fun run and Dancesports.

Aside from Davao City, similar EDSA Unity cage tournaments were also held in the cities of Bacolod, Cebu and Manila, who were also joined by their top college basketball teams.

"Hindi lang basta-basta ito na basketball tournament, covered ito nang Executive Order. Ramirez said. The event is sponsored by the PSC and organized by the Basketball Association of the Philippines (BAP). (PIA) [top]

Wednesday, February 27, 2008
'Dodong Panacan' wins 10-ball title in QC
Sunstar Davao

DAVAO City cue master Leonardo "Dodong Panacan" Didal beat Lawrence Anthony Aguilar, 9-5, to pocket the Star Billiards 10-Ball Tournament second edition title at the just-concluded Star Billiards Center in Grace Village, Quezon City.

Didal, who finished runner-up to 2006 SMB Philippine 9-Ball Open Champion Francisco "Django" Bustamante, took the first rack before Aguillar grabbed a commanding 5-1 lead of the winner's break format cuefest.

But Dabawenyo ace came back strong by winning eight straight racks to bag the P20,000 cash prize.

He earlier eliminated Jimmy Deauna, 8-4, in their semi-finals match.

Billiards and Snooker Congress of the Philippines (BSCP) treasurer, and Brunswick Billiards Table local distributor Sebastian "Baste" Chua backed up the event where the top four winners also received trophies. (MLSA)

Tulip Grand Plaza must be another novelty in the city that rose up unnoticed..yet again.

PIA Press Release
2008/02/27
DSWD hosts women convention
by Degs Duron

Davao City (27 February) -- Some 500 women-beneficiaries of government-initiated projects will convene Wednesday, February 27 at the Tulip Grand Plaza in Matina for the Convention of DSWD-Organized Women Groups in Davao Region.

Participants are recipients of DSWD programs for women like Self-Employment Assistance -Kaunlaran, Tindahan Natin, KALAHI-CIDSS, Day Care-Based Supplemental Feeding, and KALIPI or Kalipunan ng Liping Pilipina.

Under the theme, Kababayenhan, Nakiglambigit Alang sa Kalambuan, the convention aims to update the participants on the status of implementation of women programs, the milestones with the participants' corresponding contribution as development partners as well as the replicable practices as experienced and demonstrated by the best performers of the women programs.

"We have decided to gather our women-partners in development to present to them our gains in advocating women's rights and most importantly, we hope to showcase the positive offshoot of their own involvement in women programs and initiatives," explained Director Ester Acebedo-Versoza of DSWD.

The convention which also covers photo exhibitions and display of products crafted by the participants themselves, will also serve as advancer event for the Women's Month celebration in March, Director Acebedo-Versoza said.

"We have invited President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to interact with our women partners and give a message in the afternoon as she will be in town for the League of Mayors of the Philippines," Acebedo-Versoza bared.

DSWD Secretary Dr. Esperanza I. Cabral who has engagements with KALAHI-CIDSS in Mabini, Compostela Valley and with DSWD Home for the Aged in Tagum City, will be joining the President at the women convention, Acebedo-Versoza added. (DSWD/PIA XI) [top]

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PIA Press Release
2008/02/27
DA gears up for Food Summit
by Prix D Banzon

Davao City (27 February) -- The government is preparing for a Food Summit to craft a comprehensive program for rural development. In relation to this a regional workshops is being held in Mindanao where the Department of Agriculture is spearheading two regional consultations with local chief executives and private sector stakeholders.

In a press statement released by DA it said that the consultation aims to gather inputs to a national food summit due in April to harmonize all initiatives to sustain the growth momentum of the farm sector over the next three years.

The consultative session was held yesterday in Cagayan de Oro City at Grand Caprice Hotel and another one in Davao City on February 29 at the Apo View Hotel. The Cebu consultation will be on March 5 at the Crown Regency Suite. Two sessions were held earlier at the Clark Special Zone in Pampanga on February 19 and at the Great Eastern Hotel in Quezon City last February 22 for Metro Manila for Luzon and Metro Manila area.

Agriculture Secretary Yap said the regional consultations are necessary for the DA to consolidate the main agriculture-related issues and concerns at the national and local levels, and then identify the government intervention measures plus food-sufficiency initiatives and budgets needed to keep the farm sector on its high growth course in the medium term.

Expected to attend the national food summit are representatives of farmers and fishers organizations, industry and professional associations, sector groups like consumers and transport organizations, academe and regional development councils.

The central areas of concern in the would-be summit cover five industry clusters namely, rice, corn, high-value commercial crops or HVCCs, livestock and poultry, and fisheries and agriculture.

Yap said one major objective of the summit is to find ways of better harnessing local government units and the private sector as effective convergence points for the various national government initiatives concerning food security and job creation. (PIA) [top]
when is the food summit?

when is the food summit?



In a press statement released by DA it said that the consultation aims to gather inputs to a national food summit due in April to harmonize all initiatives to sustain the growth momentum of the farm sector over the next three years.



:)

Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Fabriga grabs Olympics slot
Sunstar Davao

DAVAO City's Rexel Ryan Fabriga also bagged a Beijing Olympics berth Monday following the recent entry of Dabawenya Sheila Mae Perez who also made an impressive showing in the just-concluded "Good Luck Beijing 2008" Fina Diving World Cup at the Water Cube of Beijing, China.

Philippine Amateur Swimming Association (Pasa) president Mark Joseph bared this through a text message to Sun.Star Davao Sunday.

He said, "From No. 21 on February 23, Fabriga placed fourth with a total of 410.4 points in the third phase of the men's 10m platform event of the World Cup today (Monday)."

Fabriga and diving partner Jaime Asok copped the synchronized 10m platform gold but settled for silver in the 10m platform individual event of the 2007 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.

"Ryan has redeemed himself by qualifying to the Olympics. This has been a long and winding road to the Olympics for our divers," he added.

Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William "Butch" Ramirez, who was tasked by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to win the country's first-ever Olympic gold in Beijing, was elated by the news.

"Wow! To have two divers in Beijing, that's really something for Davao. Mark Joseph also texted me about it early this morning," he said in an interview yesterday.

He earlier said the diving qualifiers would continue training in China.

Fabriga became the 11th Filipino qualifier to the quadrennial world sports spectacle. The other qualifiers were Miguel Molina, James Walsh, Ryan Arabejo, Daniel Coackley and Christel Simms in swimming, Tshomlee Go and Mary Antoinette Rivero in taekwondo, Harry Ta¤amor in boxing and Mark Javier in archery.

Ramirez, after hosting dinner to the sports media Saturday evening, had said: "We are still looking for one to two boxers who will also make it to Beijing during a world qualifying in Kazahkstan. Our Cuban coaches went to Baguio immediately after they arrived on Feb. 20 to train the national team and the Kazahkstan-bound boxers."

He added RP might also win wildcard slots in fencing, archery, shooting and athletics. (MLSA)
wow! good luck...

^^thanks!

Business
Yap to sign $50-M invest pact with Dubai fruit company
By Marianne V. Go
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
The Philippine Star

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Agriculture Secretary Arthur C. Yap is set to sign today a $50-million investment agreement with the Dubai-based Fresh Fruits Co. to develop, a 3,000-hectare plantation of Cavendish banana and sweet pineapple in Talakag, Bukidnon in Mindanao.

Yap is in Dubai to sign a number of cooperation agreements with the newly reorganized Ministry of Environment and Water to finance a number of Philippine projects on agriculture and fisheries.

Yap is also attending the Dubai Gulf Food Exhibition where the Philippine delegation is hoping to sell a variety of fresh, dried and processed fruit and food products. He is also hoping to invite more investors from Dubai to invest in various agricultural projects in the Philippines.

One particular project that the Department of Agriculture is hoping to secure funding for is a planned P2-billion halal hub in Davao which will help the country secure a bigger slice of the estimated more than $200-billion global halal market.

According to Agriculture Undersecretary Clayton Olalia, Yap is hoping to secure a concessional grant from Dubai to finance the first phase of the planned halal hub to be located in Marilog, Davao City.

The site being eyed, Olalia said, is a 450-hectare property of the Department of Agriculture.

The proposed halal hub is envisioned to have a modern slaughterhouse, a halal poultry dressing plant, cold storage facilities, a mosque and administrative facilities, and the necessary road infrastructure and utilities.

The development of the first phase of the planned halal hub, Olalia said, is estimated to cost around $53 million or roughly a little over P2 billion.

Olalia said the halal hub, would hopefully attract all related businesses to offer a complete one-stop area.

The halal hub is part of the Philippines’s participation in the BIMP-EAGA (Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Phillippines-East Asia Group Agreement) wherein the Philippines has been designated to take the lead role in halal poultry processing because of the Philippines’ continued bird flu-free status.

:wave: just want to post this before zzzzzzzzz :cheers:


Davao City is RP's most competitive city


http://www.goodnewspilipinas.com/docs/biz_progress/current/davao_city_competitive.html


An Asian Institute of Management study reveals Davao City is the most competitive Philippine city, surpassing Makati, Marikina, Las Piñas and Muntinlupa, in terms of social and economic growth.

Davao City, which ranked first in terms of the Cost of Doing Business, has also re-established its image as a convention city, boosting both foreign and local tourism. It has attracted migrants because of its semi-urban appeal—a dynamic business hub in a seemingly laid-back, serene setting.

The opening of the Davao-Bukidnon-Cagayan de Oro road route and international flights to Indonesia (Manado) and Malaysia (Kota Kinabalu) allowed Davao to benefit from an increase in agricultural trade and influx of tourists. With this vital infrastructure in place, the city saw a surge of growth in its food, telecommunications, agribusiness and service industries.

Light and industrial manufacturing enterprises, low and medium-cost housing and building and construction have also been on the rise.

Davao is also perceived to be generally clean, peaceful and an ideal place to raise a family.

The city, the capital of the Davao Region (Region 11), is strategically located at the Southeastern part of Mindanao. Bounded by Davao del North and the Davao Gulf on the east, it is the center of trade not only in the Southern Mindanao region and the whole of Mindanao but also in the East ASEAN Growth Area (EAGA).
Davao at night

The study said: "Among neighboring Asian city economies, Davao City has maintained its most competitive position in attracting fresh investments and in penetrating foreign markets owing to its resilient exports base, peaceful business climate, better quality of life and rich pool of skilled workforce."

"With more than 1.2 million residents as primary market base, the city is conducive to business as evidenced by the presence of the top 200 companies in the area. From mere million-peso level investments poured in two decades ago up to 1992, investments peaked with a spectacular 63% growth in the succeeding years until the Asian financial crisis erupted in mid-1997," it said.

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Thanks for proofreading the article kiddo! :) (Neyoneyo)

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