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It’s party time!

Yes, it is! As family and friends gather together during these holidays, sharing a whole bunch of laughter and stories amidst sumptuous meals and drinks, Christmas has almost become synonymous with the word party.

Food, drinks, games, gifts and more is what Christmas parties constitute every year making it one of the most anticipated activities as the year comes to a close. The very reason why it now becomes part of the Christmas traditions here in the country.

But like every happy, enjoyable and fun gathering, Christmas parties have to be planned carefully to satisfy the attendees’ party craving.

In holding a Christmas party, the venue is always one of the first things being considered and you will be glad to know that the most exquisite places to hold parties hast great Christmas offers for you.

The Marco Polo Hotel Davao

The towering Marco Polo hotel, the perfect party venue for people who has a quite bigger budget. Feel the Marco Polo party experience this Christmas as they offer an affordable Php 600 per person Christmas package with your choice of Western Buffet or Oriental Set menu. Nothing could be memorable than holding your party in the hotel’s function room with other offers to highlight your celebration such as their sing-along party equipment and admirable Christmas decorations.

The Waterfront Insular Hotel in Davao

An alternative venue, far from the hustle and bustle of the city street is the Waterfront Insular Hotel in Lanang, Davao City. The entrance towards the hotel is already inviting, giving you the feel of Christmas Spirit with Christmas lights illuminating the pathway.

This year, the Waterfront also offers good Christmas packages with your choice of Php 450, Php 650, and Php 750 per person with wide array of meals to choose from. While its function room is best for parties, you can also try their garden tent for a more close to nature, outdoor party experience or their La Prilla Grill, Pirata bar or Vinta bar inclusive with an inhouse singer, pianist and videoke equipment. All of these are available with a 4-hour use of function rooms, sound system, decorations and dance floor.

Casa Leticia

For only Php 20,000 pesos, up to 70 people could enjoy an exclusive indoor party at Casa Leticia’s Toto’s Grill while 40 people could satisfy their party craving with only Php 15,000 at Sagay Ilongo at Casa Leticia’s Ecoland Branch. All these offers complete with TV with player, decorations, and standby waiters.

The Grand Regal Hotel

Four choices of Christmas package is available at the Grand Regal Hotel also in Lanang. Offers range from Php 440.00, Php 480.00, Php 520, and Php 560 per person package all with the use of well decirated function room, sound system, two-set menus to choose from and many more add-ons with complementary freebies.

Dencio’s Sa Hilltop

If you want to try other exciting venues, you may visit the Dencio’s at Hilltop or Jack’s Ridge both at Maa Diversion Road which offer a breath-taking sight of the city with its dazzling lights during nighttime. You may also try Jack’s Ridge specialties of the month like the delectable Hawaiian Pork Hamonado only available for the month of December.

The Pearl Farm Resort

Luxurious it may seem, but nothing beats a holiday over at the Pearl Farm Resort. Pearl Farm offers packages suited for families and couples alike. Their family package worth Php 15,000 for parents and 2 kids – 12 years old and below with the complementary use of the resort’s facilities. A Dream Honeymoon Package for couples worth Php 24,000 with lots of freebies.

BlueJaz Resort and Waterpark

If party guests love the waters, its best to try BlueJaz Resort and Waterpark located at the Island Garden City of Samal. If party means water adventure to you and your friends, the resort is perfect with its facilities like water skis, kayaks, wakeboards, waterslides and even zipline which now offers a panoramic view of Davao City. It also offers a wide array of international cuisine for you to choose from and enjoy. Blue Jazz now boasts to be one of the best resort destinations in the city.

K1 KTV and Music Bar

Love singing? Turn your party into a whole night singing and dancing spree with a lot of places to choose from here in the city. For one, there is the K1 KTV and music Bar at Prime Square in Torres St., which offers an exclusive KTV room for you to party on. World Palace along Quimpo Blvd. offers differently themed rooms for you to enjoy. This place is perfect for group of friends no more than 10 people.

Wherever you may hold your Christmas party, just keep in mind to enjoy every minute of it. After all, there are a lot of reasons to be merry this Christmas.

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There you have it, Matt Regis’s guide on the best places in Davao to hold your Christmas Party.

In the previous article, you got a glimpse of what Kahsan Tours has to offer when it comes to Inbound Travel to Davao. There is more to their services than just City Tours and Countryside Tours.

In this second part, let’s explore the islands and see what Kahsan Tours has in store for you.

TOUR PACKAGE #3: ISLAND’S ULTIMATE BLISS

Take a dip or just get great tan at Isla Reta Beach Resort, Coral Garden, Isla Cristina, Fish Sanctuary or the Wishing Island. It’s all fun under the sun with lunch at the Pearl Farm. This package requires a minimum of 10 persons. Pickup time at the hotel is 7:30 AM.

Tour Inclusions:
Boat, service of a tour guide, user of five sets of snorkeling equipment, use of one kayak, refreshment, fruits and lunch at Pearl Farm.

TOUR PACKAGE #4: WILD WATER RAFTING

A day of exhilarating experience as you go down the rapids of mighty Davao River. Tour starts at 8:00 AM and ends at 5:00 PM.

Tour Inclusions:
Round trip transfers — hotel to Crocodile Park, RT Transfers from Park to jump-off site, packed lunch, experienced river guides and equipment.

TOUR PACKAGE #5: SCUBA DIVING

Get a chance to dive at the deep blue waters of the Davao: Davao Gulf-Ligid Island and Aundanao — considered to be the best diving sites in the region.

Tour Inclusions:
2 dives with Korean-, German-, or Japanese-speaking divemasters. Lunch will also be served.

TOUR PACKAGE #6: DAY TOUR OF PEARL FARM

This is perfect for those who are curious about the Pearl Farm Beach Resort. You’ve seen it on glossy TV commercials. You’ve probably read it in travel magazines. Now is your chance to visit the Pearl Farm Beach Resort, even for just a few moments. If you like it, you can always come back.

This particular tour package, the meeting place is the Marina Jetty in Lanang, Davao City. The boat leaves from Marina Jetty at 8:00 AM and leaves Pearl Farm at 4:00 PM on the same day.

Tour Inclusions:
Round-trip boat ride, welcome drinks, buffet lunch, free use of selected resort facilities.

There are more Kahsan Tour Travel Services to be featured in the next article. If want to try any of their tour packages, jot down the phone number now. It’s 0063-082-225-4213.

Have you ever tried asking a Dabawenyo which beach resorts in Davao he would recommend? If he is like most people who are familiar with Davao, his finger would naturally point to the direction of the neighboring Samal Island. The Island Garden City of Samal boasts of having the best white-sand beach resorts near the Davao City area including the famous Pearl Farm Beach Resort and the local favorite Paradise Island Beach Resort. A little stretch of imagination would lead you to believe that there could be some other unknown beach resorts in that area that are equally good, a lot cheaper and that offer more privacy.

Here is a list of the beach resorts you might want to consider when you go to the Island Garden City of Samal.

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