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Safety Notice

Davao

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Safety Notice

If you visit Davao City at night, you should remain vigilant and take safety precautions. Stick to well-lit, populated areas, keep valuable items out of sight, and be wary of pickpockets and petty theft. Keep local emergency numbers at hand and use licenced transport. Additionally, respecting local customs and laws will contribute to a safe and enjoyable experience in Davao City.

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Tourist Information

Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO) Copyright: Olivia Anne Snyder/unsplash
Francisco Bangoy International Airport (DVO)
Davao International Airport, also known as Davao International Airport, is the busiest airport on the island of Mindanao, serving Davao city. Most flights arrive from other airports in the Philippines, but a growing number of international flights arrive from Asian cities like Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Seoul and also from Indonesia. The airport has …
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Passport / Visa
The Philippines can be visited visa-free for up to 30 days by citizens of all European Union member states, all ASEAN member states, the UK, the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, South Africa, Malaysia, Israel, the UAE and most countries in Latin America. A valid return or onward ticket and a …
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Best Time to Visit
The dry period between November and April is the peak tourist season in the Philippines. Hidden areas and remote islands are fully accessible, and temperatures are very mild, especially from December to February. During the wet season, from May to October, you can still enjoy sunny days, but bear in mind that typhoons can occur. The …
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Public Transport
Getting around Davao is relatively straightforward, although you can expect some interruptions due to bad weather like torrential rain. The more adventurous forms of transport are the Jeepney, which are local buses, tricycles or pedicabs. If you choose any of these transport means, make sure you have some loose change to pay your …
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Post
There are several postal outlets across the city. Mailboxes are blue; however, they may be difficult to locate. The easiest way to send mail is by directly going to the post office. The Davao Central Post Office is conveniently located in the city …
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Pharmacy
Davao has no shortage of pharmacies spread all over the city. The Mercury Drug pharmacies open …
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Telephone
Country code: +63 Area code: …
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Electricity
The Philippines uses American-style power sockets with two flat prongs as well as European-style sockets with two round prongs. Expect 220 volts at …
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Safety Notice Copyright: Frank Lloyd de la Cruz/unsplash
Safety Notice
If you visit Davao City at night, you should remain vigilant and take safety precautions. Stick to well-lit, populated areas, keep valuable items out of sight, and be wary of pickpockets and petty theft. Keep local emergency numbers at hand and use licenced transport. Additionally, respecting local customs and laws will contribute to a …
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