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A new ideal getaway can be found in the north western part of the Island Garden City of Samal. And just like every beach resort in the island, the place holds promised of great adventures, once in a lifetime experiences and natures beauty at its very best.

Named after either hulihan which means end part or ilihan which refers to the seashore at the bottom of the hill, Ilihan Beach Resort is the newest addition to the beautiful beaches and resorts in Samal Island. It offers all the best that can be found in the paradise island — pristine waters, lush greens in the backdrop, natural wonders, diverse marine life, and many more. This 10 hectare resort was developed from a private vacation area to a beach resort open for the public to enjoy. This is because the proprietor is an advocate of strengthening the tourism in the island and wanted the resort to offer the ideal Samal thrill to many people.

Aside from the charm of the place, the warm hospitality of the locals and the peaceful neighborhood add up to the comforting and convenient experience in the area. Most of the resort staff are locals who are ready to share the stories and warmth of local hospitality. Also, the resort is designed to reflect the charming simplicity of life. The amenities and facilities are crafted in a way to complement with the serene ambiance. Thus, your escapade to this beautiful place will truly be a satisfying experience.

Apart from the common gathering and weekend escapade, the resort is also best for different events. Ilihan Beach has all the facilities to efficiently host your weddings, baptismal celebrations, birthday parties, fellowships, reunions, seminars and workshops, team building activities and day tours. It also provides various services to better assist you in holding these events.

Rooms

Ilihan Beach Resort offers rooms for guests. The rooms are very affordable and offer real value for your money. Well-kept and spacious, the rooms will provide you with a very comfortable and relaxing stay. There is a Standard room for Php 2, 000 complete with two beds, a television and a private toilet and bath. Occupants avail of a breakfast and dinner for 2 persons

Suite Rooms have beautiful balconies; a queen sized mattress bed, a television, mini-bar and private toilet and bath. This room is charged Php 2,500.00 with an inclusion of a free breakfast for 2 persons.

Both of these rooms are fully air-conditioned and are best for one or two occupants.

For multiple occupants, there is the resort dormitory. Twenty-four guests can comfortably sleep in this well-kept room, complete with two toilets and two bathrooms with a dining table and lavatory.

Function Rooms

The Anahaw room is good for functions having a smaller group of people. The suite can accommodate 20 people and is complete with a built-in toilet and bath and lavatory. It is conveniently located along the shore line. Anahaw suite charges Php 5,000.00 for daytime function and Php 7, 500.00 overtime.

If you have a hundred guests then the Pavillion is just right for you. You can use the area for only Php 5,000 on daytime and Php 7,500 for overnight stay.

The Gazebo, on the other hand, is perfect for groups of 10 persons or 20n persons. Small size gazebos charge 500 for daytime and 750.00 overnight. Medium sized gazebos charge 800.00 on daytime and 1,200.00 for overnight stay.

Contact Ilihan Beach Resort

For inquiries and reservations, please contact Ilihan Beach Resort at:

Brgy. Camudmud, Babak District
Island Garden City of Samal
Landline : (082) 224-5345
Cellphone : 09202-544-920

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This article on Ilihan Beach Resort is written by Matias Regis

A chain of resorts in Davao City has provided locals and tourists with countless relaxation and enjoyment through the years. What started out as one resort business gave birth to another two. Located in different areas in the Davao Region, the three Seagull resorts offer different adventures and experiences to people while advocating on one aim — that is to provide the people with the best resort amenities and services possible.

Seagull White Sand Beach

Location : Resort Punta Dumalag, Matina Aplaya

Along the wide stretch of white sand in Punta Dumalag in Matina Aplaya, the Seagull White Sand Beach Resort can be found. The place is a favorite among beach lovers residing in the city who don’t want to travel in long distances just to relax by the beach. It also became a favorite venue for family gatherings, celebrations, reunions, weekend barkada hang-outs and other social events. And because it has amenities suitable for formal gatherings, the place also became an ideal venue for conferences, symposia and seminars as well as company meetings and gatherings. People enjoy the place’s inviting waters. Deluxe Units, Rest Houses and Picnic Cottages add up to the homey and relaxing feeling that the place provides. Aside from swimming, the area is also good for boating, paddling, wind surfing and many other water activities.

Seagull Mountain Resort

Location : Davao-Bukidnon Road, Brgy. Kitaotao, Lorega

Located 4, 200 feet above sea level, the Seagull Mountain Resort located at the Bukidnon-Davao Highway (BuDa), is perfect for those who are looking for a cooler and quiet place. The place provides a different ambiance the gives people peace of mind. You can actually see mountain fog while enjoying the free-flowing and gushing swimming pool. For those who can stand the cold, they can take a hike at the extensive area and visit the hidden natural waterfalls. Sights of pine trees and large areas of forest lands can be viewed from one of the cottages. There are different kinds of Cottages and Log Cabins perfect for overnight stays. All accommodation rooms are fully furnished to ensure comfort and convenience.

Photos Of Seagull Beach Resort and Seagull Mountain Resort

Seagull Inland Resort and Spa

Location : Camp 10, Guihing, Hagonoy, Davao del Sur

The newest addition to the Seagull resort chains was established in 2005. Located at Camp 10, Guihing, Hagonoy, Davao del Sur, the Seagull Inland Resort and Spa is fast becoming the prime tourist resort destination in the province of Davao del Sur. The place provides a good outdoor experience considering that it was built on a former 5.5-hectare coconut and corn farm. With well-kept environment and convenient facilities and amenities, the resort is perfect for family gatherings, special occasions, corporate retreats, outdoor vacations and others. The spa staff is very hospitable ready to assist you as you enjoy their nearly Olympic-sized swimming pool, outdoor fire range, organic gardens, and coffee shop. There is also a Spa that offers relaxing body massage, facials, and other spa services as well as private Jacuzzi rooms. The place is perfect for a relaxation escapade away from the noise of the city.

Seagull Resorts offer a myriad of alternatives to people. Wherever you are and whatever you want to do, these Seagull Resorts is perfect for your escapade.

Contact Seagull Resorts

Booking Office : +63.82.2960303 or 2970221 (Mondays – Saturdays, 8am – 5pm)
Beach Resort Front Office : +63.82.3010100 or 3010097
Mountain Resort Office : +63.82.2864124
Inland Resort Office : +63.82.2863233

Email Address : davaoseagullresorts@gmail.com

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This article on Seagull Resorts is written by Matias Regis, Jr.

I don’t know about you. But every time I go to the beach, I go there for the beach.

How about swimming pool by the beach?

I say pass to that one. While all those Infinity Pools out there look good on a professional photographer’s lens — especially when done as a feature article on a magazine — for me that vast amount of contained water is no match for the free-flowing saltwater.

Infinity pool with a view of the bitch?

Bitch beauty is can fun and fantastic to behold. But beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, right? So I would still choose the beach over the bitch.

Falling In Love with Sonrisa

For me, a nice beach has the following bear minimum features:

• Clean and clear waters
• Fine White sand
• Hermit crabs
• View of nature

The Sonrisa de V Beach Resort in Samal has all that and more, which I’ll enumerate later. But first, I think I should mention that Sonrisa is not a new beach resort. It’s been there for a long time and local folks in Davao have probably been there a couple of time already. The beach resort was formerly called Palm Hill Garden Resort, but changed its name to Sonrisa de V when a new owner took over the place.

So, Sonrisa is the new Palm Hill, alright?

Why I Love Sonrisa

Very Quite — I know, some of you will equate being quite with being boring, but for others who are like me, a quite place is a first priority. By quite, I mean that when you go there, it feels like no one is there — just you and Nature. The resort is so solemn you could almost think you are in a monastery minus the monks of course.

Feels Private –Imagine that you have a beach front property – all 500-meter stretch of the frontage.

• You can swim there any time you want.
• Your kids and their friends are enjoying the heat of the summer sun.
• Only you, your family and some friends are there.

Isn’t it nice to own such property?

When in Sonrisa, you can feel just like that. It is as if you own the place, without the headache that goes when paying for the real property tax!

Close To Davao – There are a lot of other beach resorts in Samal. And some of the best are located in a place far from the island’s main point of entry. One other thing I like about Sonrisa is that it is close to Davao. In fact, you can see the beach line from Lanang, Davao – example from Waterfront Insular Hotel. This means that you can go there in the morning, just relax, and in the afternoon you can be back to Davao City. Back to reality, huh?

Some Photos Of Sonrisa

For those who have not been to Sonrisa in the past, the photos shown should give you an impression of the place.

Nice?

Of course Sonrisa is not Pearl Farm Beach Resort.

There’s really not much amenities there, no fancy restaurant, no violins on a candle light dinner, no belly dancers, etc.

It’s a simple place for those who are after the simple pleasures of life that can be enjoyed by the beach.

If you are interested to visit the resort, please the contact detail is provided below.

Contact Sonrisa de V Beach Resort

Contact Person : Chubby Palma Hill
Phone: (082) 303-0709
Cellphone: 0927-878-5293