Davao & Climate
Davao enjoys a weather that remains soothing most of the year. Its climate is characterized by a uniform annual distribution of rainfall, temperature, humidity, and air pressure.

Davao is typhoon-free. Protected by several mountain ranges, Davao is virtually out of the typhoon belt.

This discerning characterisitcs, makes Davao unique from the rest of the archipelago. Davao being virtually typhoon-free, lightweight clothing is a must. Whatever your purpose, Davao is the ideal destination to look forward to.

People
Davao City is populated by an even mix of tribes, from all over the Philippine archipelago and traders from the four corners of the world. The average Davaweño can easily converse and understand English, and it is fluent Tagalog and Bisaya or Cebuano.

Culture
The solemn rituals of the tribes, their rhythmic dance steps and chanting music are intimately interwoven with the rich customs and traditions of migrants. There are two main festivals, the Araw Ng Dabaw Celebrations every March and the Kadayawan Festival in August.

Getting around
Apart from the fabled jeepney, taxicabs are plenty as well. One can avail of the numerous rent-a-cars. Just ask the hotel personnel.

Lodging and Accomodations
There are a lot of places to stay all over city. It's not hard to find comfortable lodgings that suited your need. From 3 to 5 stars hotels.
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Dining
Take your pick among fast food, Chinese cooking, Filipino Dishes, Continental cuisine, Fresh seafood, deserts of sandwich and burgers. Formal dining is also available in hotels and large restaurants at very reasonable rates. Major credit cards are accepted.

Fruits
Fruits are available all year round, from the many orchard in the City. You will also find fresh fruits and for sale in stands around the city or supermarket.

What to wear
Daytimes can be very hot followed by cool evenings. Choose clothes that are light. There are establishments that don’t accept those wearing beach sandals, shorts or sleeveless shirts.

Getting in touch
Pay phones can be found in restaurants or even sari-sari (convenient) stores at 3 pesos for every 3 minute call. There are also pay phone boxes in shopping malls at 2 pesos per call.

Electricity
Power outlets in Davao carry 220 volts. Some hotels carry 110 volt power sources. Inquire at the hotel front desk in case you need adaptors and transformers.

Prohibitions
City ordinance prohibit smoking inside public utility vehicles, in government offices and some air-conditioned business establishments. Traffic rules and antilittering laws are strictly enforced. Drug trafficking is a criminal offense punishable by death.