JUAN's Destination
Demystifying Siquijor

Foreboding never felt so ominous. Like folklores that grow wings and perch on top of the roof at night, waiting for the perfect chance to lower its tongue into the belly of an unsuspecting mother, Siquijor's reputation for nurturing hands that curse and hands that heal created a perpetual mist that shrouds the province.

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JUAN's Destination
Fishy Proceedings in General Santos

We start our day when the clock reads 5am.
It's too early for the sun to clock in its sunshine but for the many white soled workers of the GenSan MakarFishport Complex, their day has already begun. Strict policy requires all visitors to register in the guard post by the gate while specially sanitized white boots, available for rent at 30 pesos, is a must for everyone entering the premises. As we enter, we are briefed at the Tourism kiosk beside the Administrative building. The Gen San MakarFishport Complex or the GSMFPC is considered to be the model standard in terms of modernity and sanitation. It sits on a 32-hectare lot consisting of 4 market yards, a refrigeration building, an ice plant and other facilities.

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Comfort Zone
Resort Fun for Everyone
Featuring Coco Grove Beach Resort

At Coco Grove Beach Resort, every need for every kind of traveler is provided. For adventure seekers, they have group or custom tours to their very own resort in Apo Island. For those who prefer to be underwater, their own dive shop houses their very own divemaster and complete sets of equipment. Families will enjoy their two pools, one with a swim up bar, and all 800 meters of primo beach real estate. Honeymooners will appreciate that each room has its own patio that overlooks the beach. Whatever your need, they will have a resounding answer to it.

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Serving Spoon
Everyday is Piyesta Day

Have a fiesta at Piyesta Resto Bar and KTV! This place is a frontliner in General Santos City must-do’s. The food, the atmosphere, the staff – everything is just worth visiting. Situated in the heart of Gensan, Piyesta serves up the city’s best known tuna in its best dishes. Experience the taste of Gensan fish in their best dishes such as Tuna Lumpiang Shanghai, Kinilaw na Tsada and Tuna Buntot (tail). Not to mention unique offerings such as the cheese-filled deep fried green chilies that they call Kura Sticks and the crispy, crunchy and fish goodness of their Salmon Chips.

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