Samal Island Resorts Directory

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   Mindanao Bob permalink

   December 21, 2008

   Hi Randy – One that I know of that is not on the list is Maxima. I don’t recall the full name, but it is a beach house resort that is owned by Sonny Dizon, and is located a little south of Penaplata. It’s about 6 months old, or so.

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   Randy C permalink*

   December 21, 2008

   Hi Bob – I’ll put it on the list and see if I can find out anything more about it. If you come up with a contact number, let me know. It isn’t the same as the Samal Seaside Resort by chance? That is also a beach house resort. Not sure where it is located, because the site doesn’t say. There is a link if you want to check it out and let me know.

   Update: I found the info – definitely two different places. Thanks for the info, Bob.

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     rigby permalink

     April 14, 2011

     hi randy, thank you providing this info,,, very useful… keep uo the good work i already forwarded your link to all my friends and ask them to forward it to thier friends as well.. again thank you and more power!

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       Randy C permalink*

       April 14, 2011

       Hi Rigby. I’m glad you found it useful and I hope your friends do as well.

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3. 
   Hobosic permalink

   March 22, 2009

   Hi,
   Can i take a one small photo from your site?

   Thanks
   Hobosic

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     Randy C permalink*

     March 22, 2009

     Hi Hobosic – if it’s one of mine, you may with credit. If it’s someone else’s, most of those are CC and you will just need to give them appropriate credit.

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4. 
   mayette e. morales permalink

   May 22, 2009

   Hi..this is mayette from Samal Seaside Resort..our address is in Tigpan, Balet Babak.. Thank you for adding our resort name in your list of Resorts Directory..The owner of Samal Seaside Resort is Mr. & Mrs Than & Nelia Porter.We are still on the process of putting additional amenities in the area…

   Thanks & More Power!

   Mayette

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   Randy C permalink*

   May 22, 2009

   Hi Mayette – thanks for stopping by and for the additional information. I’ll get this updated sometime this weekend. Let me know when you have the additional amenities in, and I’ll see about doing and article.

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6. 
   mayette e. morales permalink

   May 22, 2009

   Hi Randy…Thank you..i will update you when the amenities is finish…you can also visit the place sometime…

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7. 
   Cherryl S. Abrigo permalink

   July 9, 2009

   Hello randy! Would you know a La Familia Beach resort somewhere in Limao, Samal? I read about it in some of the blogs but there’s no contact number. The pictures of the place are really nice and we’d love to visit it if we find a contact number. Thanks!

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     Randy C permalink*

     July 10, 2009

     Hi Cherryl – I’m not familiar with a resort by that name, though sometimes the resorts have changed names and owners.

     There is a resort by that name in Batangas City. Possibly that is the one you are referring to?

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   aimee permalink

   September 2, 2009

   Can somebody help me? what is the best resort in samal, aside from bluejazz, paradise, chemas, costa marina, pearl farm and buenavista?

   its much appreciated if someone can email me for option. I am looking what best spots for my team outing.

   thanks,
   Aimee

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   Adrian permalink

   November 5, 2009

   Hi, Im a visitor here in Davao and my friends and I are into outdoors, hiking, etc. I was wondering if anyone could recommend a beach we can go to and spend the night.. something simple.. cheap.. as long as the beach is good, i’m find with sleeping on the ground for all i care, really. We are planning on going to Hagimit falls and Monfrot bat caves.. so maybe one close to Babak. Any other good things to do in Samal? Thanks!

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10. 
    Randy C permalink*

    November 5, 2009

    Hi Adrian – maybe Camp Holiday Beach Resort would meet your needs? They have tent camping (at least they used to) and are close to Babak. You can find a couple of articles on here about it and links to a site with more info.

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11. 
    raymond sabas permalink

    December 22, 2009

    Hi Randy C
    i just wanna congratulate you, for setting up a website for Samal Island in general,it will really
    help the tourism industry ,traders ,resort owners as well as the local residents in the island .
    i also wanna inform you that you can also include”La Familia “Homestyle Beach Resort in your list of resorts in the island,it is located in Limao,Samal Island and can contact my sister Josie at
    0917-6209687 for reservations.It’s a beachplace we’re you feel at home away from home.
    I’m base here in New Jersey,but comes home once or twice a year just to be in La Familia.
    I hope i can host a daytour or an overnight trip for you and your partner in one of my visits in the island.Happy Holidays and Wish You a Great Year For 2010
    StingRay

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12. 
    Randy C permalink*

    December 22, 2009

    Hi Raymond – thanks for your visit and kind words.

    I’ll add La Familia to the list in the next couple of days. Thanks for making me aware of it. Since it’s in Limao, we’ll try to stop by there on our next trip to Samal. We’d be glad to have you give us a tour if we happen to be there at the same time as you.

    Happy Holidays to you as well.

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13. 
    rocker permalink

    March 12, 2010

    hi randy, would please provide pictures or information about golden bay resort. where in samal this resort located? amenities? thanks

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      Randy C permalink*

      March 12, 2010

      Hi rocker – I’m not familiar with that resort. I tried to research it but came up with nothing. Maybe someone else can comment. Was it a renamed resort by chance?

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        janine permalink

        September 21, 2011

        La Familia Beach Resort

        i think that’s the new name of the resort.. the previous name was MILLENIUM BEACH.. been there a few months ago and they’re still renovating the resort.. the place isn’t crowded.. we owned the whole resort that time.. =))

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          Randy C permalink*

          September 21, 2011

          Thanks, Janine.

          They are coming and going pretty fast. Not sure how they can all survive, but good luck to them all.

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14. 
    arleen permalink

    April 4, 2010

    hi, have you visited Pacific Little SEcret? we would like to have our summer outing there, do you have any reviews about this resort? any contact numbers? the ones previously posted are not accessible

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      Randy C permalink*

      April 5, 2010

      Hi Arleen – I have not visited Pacific’s Little Secret. I understand that it is a private resort. You might try this number – 0917-747-7637. Let me know if that works for you and I’ll update the listing.

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15. 
    Hannah permalink

    April 6, 2010

    Hi! My fiance and I will be visiting Davao and will be checking in at the Crown Regency Hotel but would like to go to Samal Island during our 4-day stay. Any suggestion where to stay for just one night at the resort?

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      Randy C permalink*

      April 6, 2010

      Hi Hannah – there certainly are a lot to choose from, and to some degree it depends on what you want to do while there.

      Pearl Farm is a highly rated world class resort, and you can’t go wrong there. Chemas by the Sea is more exclusive and many people love it there, but not all.

      Those are a couple that come to mind.

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    arleen permalink

    April 7, 2010

    have tried the numbers 09177477637 and 0822351325 but it’s not accessible.

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      Jun Lantaya permalink

      May 12, 2010

      Hi, Arleen- number 09177477637 is a fax number on Pacific Little Secret Resort on Samal Island you can try to fax the resort and point of contact Ms. Betbet Pichon for info, so let me know if this work for you.

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        EgGi3 permalink

        August 9, 2010

        try contacting pacific little secrets numbers. but cant reach them. any1 knows how to?

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          Randy C permalink*

          August 11, 2010

          Seems that no one knows how to contact them. Not sure if they are still operating. Would be good to know.

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            Brian P permalink

            February 12, 2011

            Sounds like Pacific Little Secret Resort is still a big secret, huh?
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            Randy C permalink*

            February 13, 2011

            It seems that way. I do not understand the lack of advertising, web presence and contact information for many of these resorts. Some of them make it VERY difficult to try to get ahold of them, let alone make a reservation.
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      Jun Lantaya permalink

      May 12, 2010

      info to dial # to Davao/Samal, Phil.
      00+63+82+number

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    meg permalink

    April 13, 2010

    hi, can this site give me the contact number of Hagimit Falls?

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      Randy C permalink*

      April 13, 2010

      Mi Meg – I could be wrong, but I don’t believe there is a phone number for the Falls. Maybe someone can correct me if I’m wrong.

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        pj permalink

        December 20, 2010

        I dont think they have a phone. No signal there;-)

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    Catherine Jose permalink

    April 27, 2010

    I want to try La Familia Homestyle…sounds so homey
    Thanks Randy for creating this site. I looove it!

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      Randy C permalink*

      April 28, 2010

      Hi Catherine – thanks for your kind comments about the site.

      Let us know if you get to try La Familia Homestyle and how well you liked it.

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    wayne perkins permalink

    April 28, 2010

    Randy, can you recommend a nice resort on Samal with the best beach for waves? I have been to Paradise and seems all the resorts nearby have small to no waves. Thanks

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      Randy C permalink*

      April 28, 2010

      Hi Wayne – I guess I couldn’t say for sure. What are you looking to do, wind surf? Bluewaters is one that has a lot of water activities but it sounds like you may have visited that one.

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20. 
    carmaela permalink

    May 10, 2010

    There is one named La Familia, right beside Chemas. Perfect for quiet family getaway and team building activities. The resort is gaining popularity for beach weddings. I’ll post contact details soon

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      Randy C permalink*

      May 10, 2010

      Hi Carmaela – Raymond informed me of this awhile back (see comments above) and I added it to the list. If you have further contact information, I’ll be glad to update.

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21. 
    percy penamora permalink

    June 11, 2010

    mr. randy c.

    me and my wife are planning to go to samal island this weekend but we don’t know which resort to go to. we are planning to stay for about 2 days of relaxation and beach time (some peace and quiet won’t hurt).

    could you recommend a resort that’s budget friendly.

    thanks and more power.

    percy

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      Randy C permalink*

      June 11, 2010

      Hi Percy – we are looking at the same thing when we go later this year. We are considering Camp Holiday, or Bluewaters as lower cost facilities. We would also like to stay at Chemas but I believe they are little more money. Paradise Island is also an idea.

      I would suggest looking at the web sites of the resorts that have them (see the links I’ve provided), and see what fits your likes and budget. They are all around the island, so it also matters as to what part of the island you want to stay at.

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        percy penamora permalink

        June 11, 2010

        thanks a lot mr. randy, your website is truly helpful.

        keep it up!

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          percy penamora permalink

          October 22, 2010

          mr. randy,

          my wife and i eventually went to bluewater resort last june. our stay was ok and their staff is ok also. their rooms are also spacious and quite nice.

          as for the budget, im surprised that we didn’t overshot our budget for the duration of our stay. it was a nice time since june is not a peak season for the samal island resorts.

          overall, i would recommend bluewater.

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            Randy C permalink*

            October 22, 2010

            Hi Percy – thanks for your comment and recommendation.

            We drove by Bluewaters but did not stop there. I’m glad to know that you found it pleasant.
22. 
    Iclee permalink

    July 3, 2010

    Appreciate the effort you made in compiling the resorts. We (my parents, 2 full grown kids plus us) will be arriving in Sept in Davao and plan to proceed to Samal as soon as we land. We only have 3D/2N and will be arriving on Day 1 at 830pm. I know, a bit late but just wanted to take advantage of the great plane tickets. Am looking for a cottage that can house all of us or at least have us in duplex set-up, any suggestions on what looks clean, great food and new?

    I’ve been emailing and surfing the resorts and I’d like a ground-level info on what will work for us, that’s why I asked you about feedback.

    Thanks huge.

    Btw, any hope you’ll link up to facebook?

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      Randy C permalink*

      July 5, 2010

      Hi Iclee – sorry for the late reply. Been out of town for the holiday.

      I don’t know for sure but maybe you could look into Maxima the House above the Sea or possibly Samal Seaside Resot (not sure if that is still available as the website is gone). Both of those seem to be set up for families. I’ve not seen either, so I can’t say how nice they are.

      Chemas has a big cottage that will hold eight, also. I think most of them do.

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        Iclee permalink

        July 5, 2010

        I was told that ferry to Samal ends at 6pm so that means I stay in Davao city first. Thanks for your recoms, will check them out in earnest.

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23. 
    Ulrich Kronberg permalink

    August 6, 2010

    Hi, I can’t find Precious Garden of Samal. Maybe you can list it, my wife will be sooo lucky. It’s one of the best place in Samal and of course the best pizza restaurant in Mindanao. Thank you so much. Uli

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      Randy C permalink*

      August 7, 2010

      Hi Uli – good to hear from you. I hope all is well.

      Is Precious Garden a resort? I wasn’t aware of that. I see there is a website for it now. I’ll add the information.

      Would love to try the pizza when we are there!

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    Maria permalink

    August 17, 2010

    I would love to go to Maxima AquaFun and Canopy Tours. I’ve been to Paradise Island Beach Resort for like so many times, and I am still loving it. Hehehe! (^_^) Thanks for making this site. Very helpful information, especially that my mother loves going to the beach.

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      Randy C permalink*

      August 17, 2010

      Hi Maria – there are so many resorts to choose from, but Maxima does look nice.

      I wish I could stay at Samal and just visit each resort for a few days, until I made it through all of them. By then there would probably be new ones, though

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25. 
    bien permalink

    November 8, 2010

    Hi Randy,

    Can i request for a new contact number of the Pacific by the Sea, the contact numbers posted are all cannot be reached. We’re planning to have a family vacation on the fourth week, hope we can contact them the soonest. Thank you!

    best regards,

    Bien

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      Randy C permalink*

      November 8, 2010

      Are you looking for Pacific Little Secret or Chema’s by the Sea?

      Pacific Little Secret doesn’t seem to have any numbers that have worked for anyone. It may not exist anymore.

      Chema’s numbers should work as far as I know.

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26. 
    Cleofe Hook permalink

    December 12, 2010

    Hi Randy,

    Thank you very much for including Capt. Hook’s Red Parrot Inn located in Kaputian, Samal. I will ask a favor from you to pls. change the contact numbers, these are the numbers to contact us landline 286-1658 cel nos. 09089447805, 09071222091, 09303047055. Our website is still on progress hopefully it will be done this month. We just finished the 14units last month and I am proud to tell you that we have a nice place. We don’t have a lot of ammenities but if you want to go somewhere just to focus on the beach and have a relaxing time, YOU found your home… If you are in Samal please visit us in Poblacion Kaputian, we are just 30meters approximately from Kaputian Beach Park. Thank you very much Cleo Hook

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      Randy C permalink*

      December 12, 2010

      Thanks for the update. I’ll get those numbers changed soon. Let me know when your website is ready to go and I’ll get that link in there, too.

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        Cleofe Hook permalink

        December 13, 2010

        Thank you very much Randy. I am very happy that I met some expats living here in Samal. And they are all nice and full of good humors and I met there filipina wives too. They visited the Inn and said it’s nice and we have a nice view as we are fronting Talicud Island. We can see Mt. Apo and Davao City as well. I am glad that when my husband arrive from the States next month he will meet some expats here in Samal. I came home last September as I foresee the construction and Brock is still in the States trying to sell our house and maybe we will be staying here for good. At least in my heart I know that he will be happy to know that a lot of expats also living here our beautiful island. You are very welcome to visit us in Red Parrot Inn. Again, thank you very much and more power to you, Randy.

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27. 
    Paul Kijung Moon permalink

    December 28, 2010

    Hello, Randy!
    We need your help.
    We are planning to have retreat in a quiet, private and clean resort on 23rd and 24th night of January with 7 meals and transportation.
    There are 10 adults and one 3 years old kid in our team,
    so we need 1 family room and 1 girls room and 1 or 2 boys room.

    We have already visited your website and checked some resorts.
    Our budget is limited, so we need a discounted special offer.
    We have $1,300 (cash in dollars).
    We need 3-4 rooms, 7 meals, 2 nights, and boat and van transportation.

    We are some students and staffs from University of Nations in Hawaii, who are doing field works
    that is a kind of volunteering works for the poor and the unprivileged in davao area,
    so we are not rich in our budget, and look for special favor for us from a nice resort.
    Now we are staying at a dormitory in Holy Trinity Village,
    in which we pay $9 for each person everyday for three meals, official transportation and lodging.
    If you can give us some pieces of advice for it,
    we are going to be very appreciate for your help.

    Please, answer as soon as possible,
    we want to book early and to plan our time at a resort
    , if it is affordable.

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      Randy C permalink*

      December 29, 2010

      Hi Paul – not sure how much help I can be here. Maybe one of the resort owners will read your request and reply. I don’t know any resort owners well enough to be able to get a discount for anyone, including myself. There are others that have replied here that do, and I hope they chime in.

      I’m not sure which ones you’ve contacted, so I don’t know what to suggest either. I enjoyed Camp Holiday and I think they could accommodate you there but I don’t know if it is private enough for you.

      Maybe you could try these if you haven’t: Marex Villarica Beach Resort, Maxima the House Above the Sea & Mc Tell Private Inn. The availability of meals may be an issue at a couple of those, though.

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      Rachelle permalink

      January 4, 2011

      hi mr. Moon, try to contact the blue jazz resort. but i guess your budget is enough plus the amenities you required. they have a private place for your retreat, of may be try to contact also the hof gorai, the good thing about this place is that the have boat and van as what i have known for you. if you have friends here a filipino or a foreigner who live here in davao long time ago let them book for you. so that you wont be take advantage by some resorts staff.

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      Irene permalink

      January 4, 2011

      Hi Mr Moon,
      I dont own any resort in Davao but I do travel a lot. Check my Virtual Tourist page and you’ll see that Chemas by the Sea can accommodate your needs within your specified budget. I find the $1,300 reasonable so dont think that you really need to scrimp. The nice thing about Chemas is its exclusivity so you’ll find the place very serene, clean and well attended. You can arrange boat transfer (they have private boats) pick up at Waterfront’s jettyand full board meals.

      Booking is easy, just call his mobile phone 63-917-8140814 and ask for Quincho. Tell him a previous guest, Irene, recommended you. I think you’ll need two cottages.

      Enjoy!

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    Cleofe Hook permalink

    February 2, 2011

    Hi Randy,

    Finally the Capt. Hook’s Red Parrot Inn had already a website even if it’s not yet totally finish you can search it at http://www.redparrotinn.com and search us on facebook ” RED PARROT INN”. Thank you very much and more power.

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    anj permalink

    May 10, 2011

    hi can i ask any contact details for Samal Dream Resort? or do they have website? thanks…=)

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      Randy C permalink*

      May 10, 2011

      I have no information on that resort, Anj. Possibly it got renamed to something else?

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    anj permalink

    May 10, 2011

    maybe… the resort has a Thai theme/design… anyways, need a resort that’s not too expensive but still relaxing, with great food and perfect for couple..planning to stay overnight… maybe u can help..

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      Randy C permalink*

      May 10, 2011

      Sounds like that could be Bali-Bali?

      I don’t know what too expensive is, but Chema’s by the Sea is pretty nice. It’s usually pretty exclusive and has a nice beach. I like the food @ Precious Garden, and it’s also nice for a couple. The beach is not as inviting in my opinion. Precious is much cheaper than Chema’s. A little more than half the price I believe.

      There is contact info for both of those listed.

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31. 
    franco yan permalink

    May 21, 2011

    I need help. I am going davao. Hear there are turtles there by the beach/ sea? which resort I should stay and would have a bigger chance of seeing turtles crawling in the sand?

    Also which resort in SAMAL has the best sand, and yet affordable?

    ty so much.!!!

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      Randy C permalink*

      May 21, 2011

      I understand that the Hawksbill sea turtle is native to Samal. Punta Del Sol has a dive site and evidently there is a good chance you might see them there.

      I haven’t been to all the resorts, but Chema’s has nice sand. Affordable means different things to different people, so I am not sure how to answer that part. I enjoyed the beach at Paradise Island, too. It can get crowded there at times.

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32. 
    Nik permalink

    June 10, 2011

    ” … and 4 more that may or may not still exist. ”

    LOL. That really made me laugh.

    Anyway, do you have any information about accommodations for backpackers? I read from a few sites about home-stay programs in Samal island, but couldn’t find additional details.

    By the way, how’s 3G coverage in the island?

    Thanks.

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      Randy C permalink*

      June 10, 2011

      Hi Nik – many of the resorts have accommodations for backpackers, tents, nipa hut, etc. I am not familiar with any home-stay programs on Samal, but perhaps someone else is and can chime in.

      The 3G coverage is average from what I understand. Some people get Smart to work OK, and some Globe, so it probably depends upon what part of the island you are on.

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33. 
    unica permalink

    July 6, 2011

    hi randy! do u have any contact numbers of any resort in cannibad?i really loved to go back there with my whole family..but i think i need to contact them first for my queries and to have a reservation..thanks much!

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      Randy C permalink*

      July 7, 2011

      Hi Unica – I’ve not been able to locate a number for the resort(s) in Canibad. It appears there are two now, but I don’t have information for them.

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