Samal Island

Secdea Beach Resort in Samal Island

Secdea Beach Resort is probably one of the top resorts you can find on Samal Island. It offers modern luxury accommodation and is an ideal destination for a relaxing getaway. I’ve visited the resort three times: first, shortly after it opened, which I shared on my Wander Adventures at 20s blog; and most recently, for my birthday in 2022. Each

Punta Del Sol: Talikud Island Mangrove Beach Resort

Punta Del Sol Mangrove Beach Resort is located at Purok Bombyl, Brgy. Dadatan, Talikud Island,IGaCOS (Island Garden City of Samal), Philippines. Today I’m going to share my experiences on one of the resorts of Talikud Island. To clarify, Talikud island is part of the Kaputian District of IGaCOS, a 4th class city in the province of Davao del Norte. If

KEMBALI: Bali Inspired Clubhouse in Samal Island [PHOTOS]

KEMBALI Coast Davao is one of the best high-end residential subdivisions I’ve ever visited. It is situated in Brgy. San Isidro, Kaputian District, Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Sur. Just a disclaimer, I am not an agent or any way related to Kembali or Filinvest (property developer). So if you’re interested in getting a piece of land there,

2018 Year in Review: My Wander Stories

It’s been awhile since my last post but before anything else, I just gotta say this first: 2018 was freakin’ unbelievable! It was a very tough year for me but I realized and never expected that it brought me to a better version of myself. Looking back, it has been an exciting year. Though I didn’t do much traveling this

Isla Reta Beach Resort at Talikud Island

Isla Reta Beach resort definitely makes the perfect destination for a weekend getaway, an island of peaceful and natural ambiance. Just an hour boat ride away from the city. Located at Brgy. Sta. Cruz, Talikud Island Davao del Norte, Philippines.  They named the island Talikud, which means “back” in Cebuano because Talikud island can be seen at the back of Samal island.