Davao Zone

Davao View From Jack’s Ridge

The place where you can see the view of Davao City from atop is at Jack’s Ridge Resort and Restaurant.  To be on top of this marvelous place is sure astounding.  It’s open day and night for viewing purposes with minimal fee.  But if you dine and unwind in the cozy restaurant and café inside, viewing and picture taking are included.  Historically, this place was once the headquarter of the Japanese troops in World War II.  Now, it’s one of the city’s wonder-places for both tourists and locals.

View from Jack's Ridge by day

Not only is the view interesting at Jack’s Ridge but the different amenities as well.  You can bring your family to a swimming day at Kool Kat’s Pool or have an enjoyable singing night at the BMW KTV and Piano Bar.  Even a simple dinner at Taklobo Restaurant makes the night magical with their sumptuous meals and desserts.  Hmm, I missed the Calamares we had one night when we were there.

View from Jack's Ridge by night

How about planning your wedding at this Amphitheater and the reception at Penmar Hall.  It will be a wonderful experience of a lifetime.  Jack’s Ridge Resort and Restaurant has all you need from cozy dining to simple relaxation.

Your wedding at Jack's Ridge Amphitheater

Jack’s Ridge Resort and Restaurant is located at Shrine Hills, Matina, Davao City.  You may reach the place by a taxi or your own car, or tricycles maybe.

Davao Light Rail Transit

Davaoeños will soon enjoy the proposed Davao Light Rail Transit. The project was one of the results following the BIMP-EAGA investment conference held in this city last October.

The Davao Integrated Development Program (DIDP), Mindanao Business Council (MinBC), MCC Capital Inc., a UK-based financial institution, and local government units in the Davao Region have signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) on the proposed Davao Light Rail Transit (LRT) and the construction of a bridge in Samal.

Wendel Avisado, executive director of the DIDP stated that “the LRT system will serve the coastal builtup area of Davao City, as well as neighboring areas in Davao del Sur (Sta. Cruz), and Davao del Norte (Panabo City).” He said that the project cost was R240 billion in 1997 when it was first proposed. “It is also proposed to be 60 kilometers in length and a BOT (build, operate, transfer) project,” Avisado said.

The intended railway system will initially stretch across the major highways of Tagum City-Carmen-Panabo City-Davao City-Sta. Cruz-and Digos City in Davao del Sur.

Personally, this railway system means less hassle and shorter traveling time to the rural areas where there are still many unexplored thrills and adventures to be experienced.