PyCon Panaghiusa

🗺️ Venues

📍 Sunny Point Hotel

  • Address: 818 Don Julian Rodriguez Sr. Ave, Ma-a Rd, Davao City
  • What to expect: Inspiring talks, panel discussions, and networking with fellow Pythonistas.
  • Nearby landmarks: After Maa Barangay Hall, Beside NCCC Supermarket Maa Sentro.
  • Pro tip: Come for the events, stay for the flavors, and leave with memories! Your perfect getaway starts here.

📍 Palpitate Coffee

  • Address: Teodoro Palma Gil St., Poblacion District, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur
  • What to expect: A cozy, collaborative space for open-source contributions, hacking sessions, and community building over great coffee.
  • Nearby landmarks: After Gaisano Mall of Davao, Davao Central Convenience Store, Beside Hongdae Korean Grill Restaurant.
  • Pro tip: Bring your laptop fully charged – sockets may be limited, but learning is unlimited ☕

🚘 How to get there?

🏨 Sunny Point Hotel:

Address: 818 Don Julian Rodriguez Sr. Avenue, Ma-a Road, Davao City

📍 From Sasa (Panacan / Lanang area)

  • By Car/Taxi/Grab: ~20–30 minutes. The easiest way is to set "Sunny Point Hotel, Ma-a" as your destination.
  • By Jeepney: Take a jeepney route "Sasa - Maa" (if available) or any jeepney going "Downtown" (e.g., "Sasa - Uyanguren" or "Sasa - Roxas"). Get off at Bankerohan Market. From Bankerohan, cross the bridge and take a "Maa" jeepney. Ask the driver to drop you off at Sunny Point Hotel.

📍 From Mintal

  • By Car/Taxi/Grab: ~25–40 minutes via McArthur Highway
  • By Jeepney: Ride any jeepney bound for "Roxas". Get off at Matina Crossing/Centerpoint. Ride a jeep going "Downtown" (e.g. Toril, Quirino, Bankerohan). Get off at NCCC Maa. From there, take a "Maa" jeepney. Ask the driver to drop you off at Sunny Point Hotel.

📍 From Matina

  • By Car/Taxi/Grab: ~10–20 minutes via McArthur Highway.
  • By Jeepney: From McArthur Highway, ride any jeepney going "Downtown" (e.g., "Toril - Roxas," "Ulas - Roxas"). Get off at Bankerohan Market. Cross the bridge to find the "Maa" jeepney route and ask the driver to drop you off at Sunny Point Hotel.

📍 From Francisco Bangoy International Airport (Davao Airport)

  • By Car/Taxi/Grab: ~20–30 minutes. This is the most recommended option.
  • By Jeepney: Walk out of the airport gate to JP Laurel Avenue. Ride a jeepney heading "Downtown" or "Bankerohan." Get off at Bankerohan Market. From there, take a "Maa" jeepney and ask the driver to drop you off at Sunny Point Hotel.

💡 Updated Tips:

  • Fares: As of 2024/2025, the minimum jeepney fare is ₱13 for traditional jeepneys and ₱15 for modern jeepneys. Fares increase based on distance.
  • Transport Modernization: Davao City is gradually phasing out old jeepneys and introducing the new Davao Bus System. Routes and vehicle types may change.
  • Easiest Option: For first-time visitors or those with luggage, Grab or a taxi is the most reliable and direct way to get to the hotel's correct Ma-a Road location.
  • Ask the Driver: Always confirm your destination with the jeepney driver (e.g., "Maa, Sunny Point?").

☕ Palpitate Coffee:

Address: Teodoro Palma Gil St., Poblacion District, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur
Landmarks: Near Gaisano Mall of Davao, Davao Central Convenience Bajada, and Beside Hongdae Korean Grill Restaurant

📍 From Sasa (Panacan / Lanang area)

  • By Car/Taxi/Grab: ~20–30 minutes via JP Laurel Avenue → Roxas Avenue → Teodoro Palma Gil St.
  • By Jeepney: Take a jeepney bound for Downtown / Roxas / Acacia along JP Laurel Avenue → get off at Central Convenience Store before Gaisano Mall of Davao → short walk to Palpitate Coffee.

📍 From Mintal

  • By Car/Taxi/Grab: ~30–45 minutes via McArthur Highway → CM Recto → Roxas Avenue → Teodoro Palma Gil St.
  • By Jeepney: Ride a jeepney heading to Uyanguren / Roxas / San Pedro (Downtown) → get off at Roxas Avenue (Ateneo area) → Ride a jeepney going north → get off at Central Convenience Store right after Gaisano Mall of Davao → short walk to Palpitate Coffee.

📍From Matina

  • By Car/Taxi/Grab: ~15–25 minutes via McArthur Highway → Bankerohan → CM Recto → Roxas Avenue → Teodoro Palma Gil St.
  • By Jeepney: Take a jeepney signed Downtown / Roxas / San Pedro → Ride a jeepney going north → get off at Central Convenience Store right after Gaisano Mall of Davao → short walk to Palpitate Coffee.

📍 From Francisco Bangoy International Airport (Davao Airport)

  • By Car/Taxi/Grab: ~25–35 minutes via Airport Road → JP Laurel Avenue → Roxas Avenue → Teodoro Palma Gil St.
  • By Jeepney: From the airport gate, ride a jeepney heading Downtown / Roxas / Bankerohan → alight at Roxas Avenue (near Ateneo) → walk to Teodoro Palma Gil St. → Palpitate Coffee.

💡 Tips:

  • Jeepneys passing Roxas Ave. are frequent; once there, it's just a short walk to Palpitate.

☕️ Dining, Coffee & Recreation Nearby

  • Local cafés, diners, and restos along Maa Road and Matina areas — great for breakfast, snacks, or casual meetups.
  • Matina Town Square (MTS) — lively dining and entertainment hub with restaurants, live music, and local bars.
  • Davao Crocodile Park Complex — nearby spot with outdoor attractions, cafés, and food stalls — perfect for short breaks or sightseeing.
  • Local specialty food to try: grilled tuna belly, sinuglaw, durian desserts, and pomelo — all available in nearby local eateries.

🚶 Things to Do After PyCon

  • Roxas Night Market

    Street food, thrift finds, and souvenirs.
    📍 Roxas Avenue, Poblacion District, Davao City

  • People's Park

    An evening stroll with light displays and sculptures.
    📍 Palma Gil St., Poblacion District, Davao City

  • Davao Crocodile Park

    See wildlife up close.
    📍 Riverfront Corporate City, Diversion Road, Ma-a, Davao City

  • Samal Island

    Just a short ferry away for beaches and island hopping.
    📍 Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte (via Sasa Wharf or Sta. Ana Wharf)

  • Malagos Garden Resort

    Enjoy a cacao farm experience, taste award-winning chocolates, and explore lush gardens.
    📍 Calinan-Baguio-Cadalian Road, Malagos, Baguio District, Davao City

  • Philippine Eagle Center

    Sanctuary of the critically endangered Philippine Eagle.
    📍 Malagos, Baguio District, Davao City (near Malagos Garden Resort)

💡 Tips for Attendees

  • Davao is known for being safe and disciplined (strict on smoking, speed limits, and littering).
  • Bring cash – not all shops accept cards.
  • Stay hydrated – Weather can be warm and humid.

🚗 Travel Advisory

Due to the recent earthquakes in the Davao Region, a portion of the Quezon, Bukidnon–Davao road has collapsed and is currently impassable.

Alternative Routes:

  • Heavy vehicles (trucks): Maramag (via Camp One) – Damulog – Carmen – Kabacan – Matalam – Kidapawan – Bansalan – Digos City
  • Light vehicles (cars, buses, etc.): Valencia City – San Fernando – Talaingod – Kapalong – Tagum City/Panabo City

For more information, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BP4i8wsij/

Please plan your trip accordingly and stay safe on the road! 🚗