Davao City continues to redefine premium urban living, propelled by reputable developers who bring global standards in community design. Among them is Ayala Land Premier , known nationwide for crafting high-end residential environments with low densities, generous open spaces, and exceptional proximity to lifestyle centers. Their developments cater to discerning homeowners who value comfort, exclusivity, and appreciating long-term investments. Complementing this premium portfolio is Alveo Land , also under the Ayala Land group, which focuses on contemporary and upscale living formats for the growing professional market. Alveo communities are celebrated for smart master planning, integrated amenities, and convenient access to commercial districts — ideal for dynamic, modern lifestyles. Recently, we have been invited to Davao for a quick but informative tour of selected Ayala Land Premier properties. The experience gave us more than just a glimpse of beautiful architecture — we saw ...
There's an undiscovered paradise further down south of Sarangani Province in Brgy. Batulaki, Glan, Sarangani Province. I have visited it recently and fell in love with it the moment I caught a first glimpse of it. We went to Tinaca Point, where the Philippine Navy Littoral Monitoring Station is located. There stands an old lighthouse and it showed us a great view of Celebes Sea, the coastline of Southern Sarangani, and of Balut Island in Davao Occidental. GETTING THERE From Poblacion Glan, we took a government vehicle to Barangay Batulaki, the last barangay of the Municipality of Glan. It took about about an hour and a half of road trip in order to get there. For those who wish to visit the place, coordination with municipal tourism office is advised. You must also communicate with the Punong Barangay (Chairman). The long stretch of beach grayish in Batulaki is a beauty in itself. From there you can see Balut Island,which is part of the Municipality of Sarangani in Da...