Thankfully, my fellow Dabawenyos and I can now finally say that our beloved Davao City REALLY is a world-class city to live in. I just learned that the world’s most livable city will soon have its very own sports dome — fully airconditioned, ready to accommodate roughly 8,000 people and worth roughly P100 million.
And here’s something that may surprise a lot of people — the City Government of Davao need not shell out a single cent since the funds for this project have been sourced elsewhere — i.e. the national government funds.
Interestingly, the funding for this Davao City sports dome will be taken from the congressional development fund of the Speaker of the House Prospero Nograles, a certified Dabawenyo.
Nograles said that the initial P100 million was taken from the national budget while an additional P40 million will be taken from his congressional funds.
With P140 million allocated for this project, expect a world class sports facility, according to Nograles.
Are Dabawenyos really happy about this project, though?
To be erected at the University of Southeastern Philippines (USEP) in Obrero, construction for the Davao City sports dome will begin in the next 6 months.
Yup, before the May 2010 elections…and yup, during the campaign season.
Nograles’ son, Atty. Karlo Nograles, is reportedly eyeing a national position — observers say that he may run for congress. His father is reportedly eyeing the mayoralty seat in Davao City.
I could only wish that this Davao City sports dome issue not be used during the campaign season…but then again we know this is wishful thinking.
The sports dome will reportedly have commercial spaces. These will be rented out to generate income. The income, according to Nograles, will be used to fund scholarship programs.
Anyways, politics aside, the Davao City sports dome is a welcome development. Finally, big shows can now be organized in Davao City. We may even be able to host a Philippine Basketball Association game! Right now, I think Panabo is the only nearest venue for PBA games in Mindanao.
Event organizers will be happy to know of this sports dome in Davao City. Question is…will locals be pleased?
“Living Life To The Full” – this is what Club South Pacific Philippines promises its members and guests. And just by the looks of this multi-million, visually attractive project in Gitagum, Misamis Oriental, Mindanao, Philippines, you know that it’s all set to deliver.
I had the utmost privilege to meet and chat with Mr. Shinnosuke Saito, the Founder and Chairman of Club South Pacific, a few days ago. Mr. Saito, who’s the first Japanese citizen to be inducted in the USPGA as a golf professional (amazing, eh?), was obviously so thrilled to talk about the project that I also couldn’t help but be very passionate and excited about Club South Pacific myself. In fact, I look forward to the day when I could bring my trusty Nikon camera and just take a ton of photos of the place or indulge on a commanding view of the sunset from the dolphin-like clubhouse. That’ll be a treat for sure.
Club South Pacific, located just 15 minutes away from the New Laguindingan International Airport and roughly half an hour away from Cagayan de Oro City, will feature a five star resort-hotel with 120 luxury suites, a 350-room luxury condominium-hotel (condotel) and perhaps the much-awaited icing on the cake – a marina.
Construction of this mega complex will be in two phases.
Phase one, which is estimated to be completed in the year 2011, encompasses 120 luxury suites with generous dimensions of 40 square meters, 60 square meters and 80 square meters as well as facilities to suit just about every leisure seeker’s fancy – spa, scuba diving services (Aqua Sports facility), fishing facilities, gym, swimming pools, restaurant, coffee shop and conference/function halls.
Phase two, on the other hand, covers 350 oversized hotel rooms and condominium residences that include one, two and three bedroom condotels as well as lavish penthouses. Additional amenities such as conference rooms, function halls, business centers and music rooms will be included under phase two. And of course, the spotlight will be on the marina – which will cater to people who love to cruise or just spend a lazy day on a small boat and try to catch fish.
As of now, CSP Philippines is offering various membership packages to interested parties.
Individual membership will only cost Php150,000.00. This is the JOINING FEE and MEMBERSHIP IS GOOD FOR A LIFETIME. That’s roughly US $3,300.00 or 4,479,900 KRW (South Korean Won) Quite a steal, if you ask me, especially since the amount will increase fast as soon as construction begins THIS YEAR. Individual membership is also transferable and one membership card will be issued to a nominated member.
Interested to be a member of Club South Pacific yet?
And to sweeten the pie, Club South Pacific Philippines is even offering a special DEFERRED PAYMENT SCHEME. All you need to shell out is a 30% downpayment of P45,000.00 (US $780.00 or 1,343,970 KRW) and the balance can be paid in a period of 30 months (P3,500.00 per month) The monthly installments are interest free. Spot cash payors will enjoy a whopping 20 percent discount (this is applicable to the first 100 applicants only). Exactly what do you get out of an individual membership? You can use the swimming pool for free, use the state of the art fitness gym for free, you get two free nights on accommodation per year, a generous 50% discount on accommodation for extra nights of stay, 20% discount on food and beverage as well as preferential rates on resort facilities. A very attractive offer, don’t you think so?
If you’re interested to join Club South Pacific, CONTACT ME TODAY and make a worthwhile investment! Remember, all membership packages are GOOD FOR A LIFETIME. Mindanaoan will guide you through everything you need to know about Club South Pacific, the rules and regulations, upcoming projects and updates. Please don’t forget state your CITIZENSHIP AND LOCATION when you contact me.
There are also other membership packages such as family membership, open membership, group membership and business club membership. Each Club South Pacific membership package promises amazing perks and treats.
While Club South Pacific may be located in Gitagum, Misamis Oriental, Philippines (a resort hotel near the new airport in Northern Mindanao), it may interest you to know that you can enjoy certain privileges through CSP’s affiliate companies Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn Hotels, Intercontinental Hotels, Waterfront Group of Hotels, Pryce Plaza Hotel Cagayan de Oro and Cebu Pacific Air.
So whether you’re from abroad and you want to look for a resort hotel in the Philippines that could cater to your discerning taste or if you’re a resident of the Philippines who wants to invest in a condominium residence near Cagayan de Oro City or near the new Laguindingan International Airport, you will be delighted to know more about Club South Pacific. You’ll soon discover that it’s a perfect investment in what Mr. Saito believes to be the last paradise on earth.
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