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The opening ceremony brought about 500 runners to join the 3K and 5K fun run to Isla Jardin del Mar. Vice Governor Steve Solon opened the Festival welcoming fellow residents and tourists alike to the wonderful coastal areas of Sarangani Province. The Tuberculosis Board (TB Board) also showed their commitment to make Sarangani TB free and were inducted in to the task. Congressman Emmanuel Pacquiao who brought with him a tv actor friend, Paolo Contis, also expressed that the world has to see the beautiful beaches of Sarangani. Mayor Tata Yap also welcomes tourists to enjoy Glan. 
Sarangani Bay Festival are known for their events. Yearly the highlights are the Swim Across the Bay, Beach Volleyball, Beach Football, Ultimate Frisbee, Skim boarding among others. Contenders from Visayas and Mindanao come and join these activities.  Beach Footvolley also played in Sarangani bay fest.
 Skimboarding Competition
Other activities include the Sand Sculpture, Sayaw sa Tag-Araw, Cheerdance by the Bay and the Bay Fair. Tourists were getting henna tattoos, enjoying the beach, and the food available at the Bayfair.  If you like to party, this event would not be the Biggest Beach Festival without its nightly entertainment. If you missed it this year, please block your May 2012 for Sarangani Bayfest!   Winners of the Sarangani Bay Bodies
 Rocksteddy giving its spectators every bit of FUN.
ML Sunlia has a total of 24 private cabins (good for 48 passengers) and 52 economy beds. The total trip will take 12 hours from Glan, Sarangani Province to Tahuna, Indonesia. If you would like to get to Manado, it will take another 12 hour sail from Tahuna. 
(PRIVATE CABIN) If you are a Filipino all you need is passport that is more than 6 months valid. No visa required. However you will need a return ticket back to the Philippines. Not only that, it is a cheap way of getting to Indonesia. Economy for Glan to Tahuna costs only P2,500 (0ne way) and Glan to Manado would cost only P3,500 (one way). From Manado you can plan to go to Jakarta or to Singapore thru Air Garuda. You may buy your tickets with Go Sarangani Glan office along the National Highway of Poblacion, Glan. Call Chocolet Buhain at 0922-8016001. TRIPS ARE: GLAN to TAHUNA AND MANADO OCT 14, 2010 - Departing at 9PM Nov 4, 2010 - Estimated date of departure
Immediately after, I connected with a friend from WWF, no other than Lory Tan, CEO and Vice Chairperson of World Wildlife Fund in the Philippines. In the midst of this confirmation, we pinned down a date -- May 22-24 for the Marine Mammal Training for Sarangani. On May 22 we were joined by the group from DENR Regional team, Bureau of Fisheries, Municipal Environmental Officers, the General Santos City Environmental Officers, Staff and On the job trainees of Environmental Conservation & Protection Center, Philippine Coast Guard, Sarangani Tourism group, NGOs and volunteers from Manila and Cetecean experts on the field. We had the privilege of having sessions Dr. Jom Acebes, Elson Aca, whale boy A.G. Sano, and Lory Tan. 
The training confirmed that Sarangani Bay is indeed abundant with whales and dolphins. In the next 2 days, we expect to identify what we have in the Bay. Our survey is definitely a discipline because we were at Lemlunay by 5 am and ready to board the pump boat. Our schedule was set for us to be out from 5 am until 3 pm in the afternoon. We had to bring our binoculars, sun block and get ready to be as observant as possible. Each one had to take 1 hour turns to be watchers. 
(Photo by Toby Martin) Sarangani Bay indeed did not disappoint us. On the first day of our survey we found Frigid Birds flying around and taking their fish fresh from the ocean. We see the ecosystem at work when a fisherman speeds toward where birds are flocking. Fishing a bigger fish is almost sure... because where there are smaller fish, bigger ones are swimming around and eating the smaller ones. Sarangani Bay is filled with this rich biodiversity and action! But nothing gets your adrenalin higher than seeing the actual marine mammal right in the wild. The first sightings was a huge pod of about 15-20 Risso's dolphins... What was wonderful was seeing a mother and calf swimming.. Other dolphins breaching (or jumping up in mid-air), and the others were so playful they even waved using their fluke (tail). It was an amazing sight! 
(Photo by Toby Martin) Sarangani in 2 days had a total of six sightings in different locations from the mouth to inside the bay. The species confirmed in 2 survey days were the Pygmy Sperm whale, Dwarf Sperm whale, and the Risso's dolphins. As for the Orcas they were not sighted in those 2 days. However, its not the end of the its story. Dr. Jom Acebes a cetecean expert, proceeded to Balut island. On her approach, she confirmed a sighting of three orca whales. Many don't believe what we are saying, but more and more there are sightings of orcas in the Philippines. There are also confirmed sightings in Negros Oriental. 
It tells us that the Philippines including Sarangani Bay could be a more probable and safe areas for these marine mammals to thrive. It tells us that we need to protect them, we need to keep our waters healthy for them exist among us. For Sarangani, this discovery is a definite treasure. We hope that by early next year we can offer whale and dolphin watching as a tourism activity for tourists to learn and enjoy! Written by: Michelle Solon
The Eco-Mismo roadshow finally hit Mindanao with Soccsksargen as the region to host this conference. Former President Fidel Ramos together with his team from RPDEV Foundation gathered experts in the tourism field to share their knowledge on the trends and good practices in Eco-Tourism. Speakers such as Dr. Lory Tan of WWF, former Secretary of Tourism Narzalina Lim, Mariglo Laririt of Ten Knots of Palawan were among those who took time to update the region about Eco-tourism in this present days. Cornering on topics that are most relevant especially to those whose investments are on tourism and who rely on natural resources as their main product for tourism. 
A workshop was held in Sarangani with both the private and government sector to discuss 3 main topics: Investment Promotion, Product Development, and Preservation of Natural and Cultural Heritage. The workshop brought about key points that the private sector together with its young Governor Migs Dominguez will have to address to make the tourism industry more viable. Former President Fidel Ramos encouraged everyone that We can do it together as the crowd follows with "Kaya Natin To". This successful conference also overflowed to Koronadal City and was also another successful conference.
The beach is about a 1 kilometer stretch... a turtle sanctuary, white sand beach, with daybeds outside of each Filipino inspired cottage... Cozy wind blowing and rustling the trees... I say this piece of paradise, is definitely a place for romance. 
As you stroll along the beach, you will find a limestone wall that enclaves this white sand beach from the rest of Gumasa...it gives you a sense of serenity as the large rocks of the beach become part of the view of the beautiful horizon... This part of the beach is a great place to set the intimate gathering of friends and loved ones witnessing the union of two souls... 
I can imagine myself renewing my vows again in this wonderful place... its definitely a wedding destination that lovers should take notice of... For wedding coordination and bookings to Isla Jardin del Mar, please contact thru email : gosaranganitravel@gmail.com
Introducing the newest resort to open in Gumasa, Glan... yes white sand beach, yes there is a reef for snorkeling and diving, yes they have a tournament standard beach volleyball court, yes they have a food and beverage available, and yes they have fan cottages, aircon cottages, or open cottage huts.... Yes, yes, yes... welcome to the new year at the newest resort, Isla Jardin... opens on January 23, 2010. 
This resort is the vision and passion of Marfin Tan. You drive another 1.5 Km from Coco Beach in Gumasa, Glan... For more information, you may contact Go Sarangani Travel for bookings and reservations.
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Dec 10, 2009
1. Hit the Beach - This time of the year is perfect to go to the beach. It is sunny but also it is a cooler season than summer. Its great to swim, snorkel, build sand castles or be lazy on a hammock reading a good book. The sound of water crashing the shore is so relaxing, we suggest you do it in GUMASA in GLAN. (For more information on where to stay, click hotel and resorts on our website... better yet book through Go Sarangani Travel office.) 
2. Take a Dive or learn diving - The beautiful Sarangani bay invites you to take a dip and see the beauty of the live corals and the abundant fish of the bay. Turtles, snappers, jacks are one of the common ones we see when diving Tampuan Wall and the Sand Bar. If you have never done this before, its time to try it in Lemlunay Dive Resort. (For more information on where to stay, click hotel and resorts on our website... better yet book through Go Sarangani Travel office.)  ((Photo by Jojo Carpio)
3. Try new adventures - For those who have never tried taking a river adventure, its high time you try the River Tubing of New La Union, in Maitum. Going through a shallow but wide river on its dips and twists is definitely exciting! You may also want to trek and zip the 7 Falls of Lake Sebu and experience nature at its best. 
For more information about your trips and needing special packages for your family, just call (083) 552-8015 or email gosaranganitravel1@gmail.com. We will be more than happy to help you get the best vacation this Christmas season!
This will pre-judge the Talent Portion of Pearl and the 50% of the Swimsuit Competition score of the 7 ladies from the 7 Municipalities of Sarangani. The final Pageant Night of the Pearl of Sarangani on November 26, 2009 at 7PM in the Sarangani Provincial Capitol Gym. The Pearl of Sarangani in KCC Mall on November 21 will not charge any entrance fee and is totally FREE! We invite you to join us as we celebrate the 17th year of the MunaTo! See you at KCC Convention Center on November 21...
For the very first time, Sarangani's Tourism Industry Association (SARTIA) plays a big role in advertising the province of Sarangani under the cluster of Region 12. Sarangani offered an array of products from Farm Tours, Scuba Diving, White Sand beaches, and its River tubing at the Philippine Travel Mart last September 4-7, 2009 at the SM Megamall trade hall. 
Also enjoined with other provinces of Region 12, the booth won first place as Best Booth in Region Category. The overflowing tinagtag of Cotabato City was truly enjoyed by the visitors. Despite the economic melt down experienced internationally, Philippine tourism remain strong due to its domestic buyers.
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