For Davao folk, Havaianas are not just fashionista flip-flops

Rita Kanlogon, 42, a housewife from Lanang, said she learned about the durability of Havaianas through her friends from abroad. She said she bought each of her two teenage sons a pair of the flip-flops because their slippers often had to be replaced.

"Havaianatics" flaunt their pairs at a recent "Make Your Havaianas" event in Davao City. (davaotoday.com photo by Jonald Mahinay)

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Lanikai Resort: Tagum’s heaven by the sea

Lanikai is Hawaiian for 'heaven by the sea'. Indeed, many think that the place is just this side of the garden of Eden, especially because the vacation spot is designed to be serene and exclusive.

For those who want to be almost enveloped by blueness, there is a gazebo on the edge of the shore. (davaotoday.com photo by Jonald Mahinay)

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An alternative library for Davao book lovers

For those who want to read but who are running out of good books, an alternative reading center has just opened in at the heart of Davao City.

One will find plenty of books and magazines at the Do?a Luisa Villa Abrille Memorial Library. (davaotoday.com photo by Barry Ohaylan)

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‘Gateway to Kadayawan’

This August, in Davao, Dabawenyos will hold a celebration of flowers, fruits, and for the year’s bountiful harvest – the Kadayawan festival. This celebration is one of the popular traditional festivals in Mindanao, now on its 22nd year.

In time for this gigantic festival, Damosa Gateway will once again mark the city with a series of exciting activities and events, as it commemorates its Second Year Anniversary. Also, Damosa Market Basket invites all entrepreneurs and exhibitors to showcase their best products and join FIESTANG PINOY (Fiesta Bazaar) at Damosa Market Basket, Lanang, Davao City.

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