Davao – A city break of a special kind
The Philippines, with its 7,641 islands, is a dream destination for beach holidays. But you only truly get to know a country if you also visit its cities, such as the rugged Davao.


Published: 22.05.2026
At the end of May 2025, I am traveling with many mixed impressions from Davao to Cebu, from the third largest to the second largest city in the Philippines. As mentioned, I have neglected the dreamy island of Palawan this time. However, I do not want to miss out on the beach completely and am flying from Davao to the small island of Panglao, which is separated from the larger Bohol by a strait connected by two bridges.
For a week, I stay in a mini-resort near the famous Alona Beach on Panglao. I chose this resort due to good reviews on Agoda and booking.com, the relatively low price of 28 Euros per night, and especially because of its name: It is called
