Looking for a new place to live in the Philippines? Check out this article on why you should be living in Davao, where you can find my top reasons why this city has everything you’re looking for!
My Top Reasons Why You Should Be Living in Davao
The number one reason why you should be living in Davao is because of the security. It’s been ranked as the safest city in The Philippines, according to Numbeo. Davao City also has low crime rates and a high standard of living.
The weather is another reason to live in Davao. The temperature is perfect for year-round outdoor activities, like swimming, hiking, and snorkeling. You’ll also never have to worry about hurricanes or typhoons!
Pros of Living in Davao
Davao is the most recent Philippine city to make it on the list of “safer” cities in the world by Numbeo. This is largely due to its low crime rates, which make it one of the safest places to live in Asia. The city also has a high standard of living as well as an excellent quality of life making it a prime location for expats.
Cons of Living in Davao
While Davao is a safe place to live, there are some cons of living in Davao, the safest city in the Philippines. It’s hot, and humid most of the year. There are also earthquakes though these are rare
Housing Options in Davao
Housing options in Davao are plentiful. There are a variety of condos, villas, and apartments to choose from. Condos tend to be more expensive but offer luxury amenities such as swimming pools, gyms, and spas. Villas are an option for those who prefer a quieter lifestyle.
Davao is a safe city for locals and foreigners alike. In fact, the Department of Tourism has named it the third safest city in the world!
What to Do Outside of Your Apartment or Condo
Davao is a safe city because of its strict rules about what can and cannot be done outside your home. Nature is just close by in Davao, within minutes you can be up in the hills hiking to a lookout spot where you can see the whole city. Numerous restaurants overlook the city and if you go at night, you will be treated to a view of the city lit up which is perfect for a romantic setting. A few examples of these are Jack’s Ridge and Vista View. Davao showcases some of the most unique and quaintest little coffee shops I have yet to see in the Philippines. There are Coffee shops showcasing artwork and other coffee shops with magnificent views.
One of the Most Beautiful Islands in the Philippines Nearby
Samal island is just a 10-peso ferry ride and about 15 minutes away. On Samal island you can find amazing resorts, beaches, waterfalls and snorkeling that rival almost anywhere in the Philippines. It makes an excellent day trip or even a fantastic weekend.
Conclusion
Davao city is one of the safest cities around, it has many malls, restaurants, coffee shops and loads of nature just nearby. Davao is one of the top cities to live in with many choices of housing from condos to luxury apartments and rental homes. Davao does have a few negatives; one is being prone to earthquakes and the city is massive making transportation necessary otherwise you can spend a lot of money on transportation gettting around. Overall, the quality of life in Davao is one of the best in the Philippines and remains one of the top cities I recommend for living in.
Another great read, thanks Gio. It’s just sad that Mindanao has such a bad stigma as it looks like such a beautiful island.
It is only stigmatised by people too ignorant to compare it with other cities in the world
Agreed!
Davao sounds like a great place to live.
It is!
That’s the area I’m looking at.
Davao wasn’t on my radar. Now it is. Thanks Gio!
You’re welcome
Good info. Lucky me I ran across your site by accident (stumbleupon).
I’ve bookmarked it for later!
Thank you so much!
I have never read anything that “stigmatized” Davao. What was the problem?I only know that Rodrigo Duterte was the former mayor. Seems as though he did a good job.