Mindanao Fun 101 July. 2015 | Page 102

WITNESS faith and fanfare PARTY your way blending in the most unique through four days of sun, sand, Filipino-Muslim way. and sizzle. 72 PAKARADJAAN FESTIVAL 73 SARANGANI BAY FESTIVAL When October 24 – 31 When Third weekend of May What to expect Qur’an reading, azan competition, kulintangan contest, a pageant of the smartest Muslim ladies of the region. What to expect From sundown to sunrise, the most fun party in the entire island of Mindanao. It’s like clubbing on white sand, with the sound of the sea mixing with the turntable beats of DJs on board. Where Isabela City, Basilan How to get there Fly from Manila, Cebu or Davao to Zamboanga City. Take a ferry to Isabela City from Zamboanga Port. Don’t forget Bring extra cash for irresistible souvenir and food items on sale. Where Gumasa Beach Glan, Sarangani Province How to get there Fly from Manila, Cebu, or Iloilo, or take a bus from Davao to reach General Santos City. Ride a van from KCC Mall to Glan, then a tricycle to Gumasa. Don’t forget It’s cool to tent it on the beach if you’ve got no place to stay. 102  MINDANAO FUN 101   FESTIVALS  103