SoCCSKSarGen Summer Safari – Day 2

Day 2 Breakfast was at Dolores Farm Resort in Polomolok, South Cotabato , where after eating their delicious meal prepared for us, the group toured around the resort and their mini zoo. It was so much fun! The Organizers also encouraged the participants to break into groups so that CDOBloggers, Davao Bloggers and SoCCSKSarGen Bloggers can have the opportunity to get to know each other better.

Since the schedule was packed that day, we had to start our roadtrip to Koronadal City to meet Zion Travel’s Francis Sablon and Carlo Ebeo who facilited our Lake Sebu Tour. I was amazed at the natural wonder that is Lake Sebu and the fact that we have it here in Mindanao! Teeming with the most varied of flora and fauna, majestic mountains, sweeping plains.. and the 7 Falls being the highlight!

Our Lunch was hosted by Punta Isla Lake Resort and while waiting for our food we were entertained by the natives of the Place, the T’boli’s.. showing us their way of life through their dances. We also had a short discussion on how we plan to Organize Mindanao New Media where our Organization will not only include “Bloggers” and their Blogs but also using other forms of Social Networking Activity like posting on Twitter, Facebook, Plurk etc.. which are tools we can all use to promote Mindanao to the world.

After lunch the CDOBloggers opted to go back and try the Lake Sebu Zipline. It was too good to miss thinking of the 9 hrs road trip just to experience the adventure that awaits us. I will make a separate blog post on this in the coming days. While the rest of the group procedeed to our next host the Merl Garden Spring Resort. After breaking away from the group we head down to Koronadal City to catch up with them as they wait for us at Sa Balai Bistro.

Going back to General Santos City, we dropped by KCC Mall, special thanks to Avel who allowed us to have a quick tour of their Mall. I was very impressed of their homegrown Mall and the fact that their Movie House has 3D!! Jealouuuuss!! Kakanin at Iba pa also gave us Pasalubong.

Our Farewell Dinner was hosted by Red Tent Steakhouse where they served crown ribs, steaks, crabs, etc.

At this point, I wanted to hug everyone. It was time to say goodbye, we were leaving Gensan at 2 in the morning. I had an incredible time with all of my blogger friends. The weekend was one for the books. It’s not everyday we get to do this. Comforted with the fact that because of this activity, our relationship has grown stronger. Expect bigger and grander projects, events and adventures in the future.

All of this would not have been possible if not for our Gracious host, Avel Manansala – Bariles Republic’s GenSan News Online Mag , stay healthy and More Power to You! Kudos also goes to Orman Manansala, who made sure that all of us are having a great time. Mayor Jun Acharon for providing Transportation and Lechon. To the generous owners of all the places we’ve been to, thank you for opening your doors to us. We truly enjoyed the Mindanao Food Appreciation Tour / SoCCSKSarGen Summer Safari. To the Davao Bloggers and the SoCCSKSarGen Bloggers, thank you for spending time with us.

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Photo Credits: Charles, Robstroy, Mike and Lyle.

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