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Taiwan Excellence Brings Wondrous Innovations in Davao Via Taiwan Expo 2019

Featured industries are technology, agriculture, design, medical care, education and tourism.

Have you been to Taiwan? In 2018, the number of Filipinos who visited the island republic increased by 44.13%. These Pinoys were not just intrigued with the country’s food scene and picturesque views. They were also curious with the palpitating innovations of Taiwan – the “heart of Asia”

“The Taiwanese economy lists global powerhouses such as Google, Apple, Microsoft and IBM as part of its clientele.”

TAIWAN EXPO 2019

While the Taiwanese umami and spectacular sceneries remain reasons for you to fly out, those who can not visit the country yet can experience Taiwan’s wondrous technological innovations without leaving the Philippines. This is through the help of Taiwan Excellence (TE) through Taiwan Expo in the Philippines 2019. Taiwanese products which are awarded with the Taiwan Excellence Award will be showcased in respective pavilions at the SMX Convention Center, Davao on November 8-9. Featured industries are technology, agriculture, design, medical care, education and tourism.

9CA5A1D5-6977-42F0-BFE1-148948285384 — For those who are looking to get the best Taiwan can offer, look for the seal of the Taiwan Excellence Award.

“Products selected for the Taiwan Excellence Awards serve as shining examples for the domestic industry. Apart from the distinction, these products and brands are also promoted by the Taiwanese government on many international stages,” said Tony Lin, deputy director of the Strategic Marketing Department of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA).

Taiwan: At the forefront of technology with Taiwan Excellence

The Taiwan Excellence Awards covers different products that are used in various sectors such as manufacturing, education, healthcare, transportation, e-commerce, smart living, green energy, and public service.

“Taiwan Excellence works to connect people through innovation and excellence, which they can feel in their lives every day,” Lin added.

Over the past year, Taiwan has grown into a global leader in innovation by supplying solutions to modern problems. The value they provide is so gigantic that the Taiwanese economy lists global powerhouses such as Google, Apple, Microsoft and IBM as part of its clientele.

Thus, for those who are looking to get the best Taiwan can offer, look for the seal of the Taiwan Excellence Award. Indeed, Taiwan is at the forefront of technology with Taiwan Excellence.

Globally relevant innovations

The following are companies and brands awarded with the Taiwan Excellence Seal that provide concrete solutions to real world problems, effectively transforming the dreams of a smart future into reality.

SELF-DRIVING CAR

Taiwanese tech giant Acer has been developing a self-driving car that will usher in a new age in smart transportation. During the project, they partnered with Yulon Group, one of Taiwan’s top car makers.

ROBOTICS

76A21219-ED77-4B23-ACFC-0D3F755B6AE1 — The SeaDragon XLR

TTRobotix’s SeaDragon XLR, a remote-controlled robot and submarine, that can dive 300 meters deep to aid in surveillance, rescue, or marine research.

AUDIO-VISUAL FACILITY

Everest Display Inc. boasts its Cloud Touch Projector. Unlike traditional projectors, the device can be used independently with its built-in Android system and a range of unique functions and features.

HYGIENE

Revolutionizing personal hygiene is the Eleclean disinfectant spray, made of 100% pure water with no chemical additives. Housed in a compact device, the water is electrolyzed to create reactive oxygen species that are strong enough to kill most disorder-causing microorganisms, while remaining gentle so that it doesn’t cause skin irritation.

ENVIRONMENT

CB4C72B2-2AC2-495E-9EC8-5E565E19E70C — Edimax

To help people adjust to rising air pollution rates, Edimax created EdiGreen Airbox, a smart air quality detector with temperature and humidity sensors. It accurately measures the levels of harmful miniscule particulate matter present in the air.

HEALTHCARE

A triumph in the field of smart healthcare is being developed by AmCad Biomed. Their AmCadUT Thyroid Cancer detection machine uses the power of algorithms to automatically classify thyroid tumors. According to Peter Wu, president of AmCad, the machine can analyze whether a tumor is benign or malignant. In addition, it has an average accuracy of 90 percent, 15 to 25 percent higher than that of the most superior experts.

Be IN Taiwan without going TO Taiwan

It is easy to get lost at the rate Taiwan beats life-changing products. Thus, when you finally get the chance to visit Taiwan, do not just wander around street foods, milk teas and landscapes, explore more and even own a piece of the country’s globally relevant technologies. Meanwhile, experience the elite class of Taiwan’s wondrous innovations without going TO Taiwan. You are IN Taiwan while you are in Davao this November 8-9, the Taiwan Expo 2019.

A Not-For-Everyone Lounge, Ocean View Rooms and 10 Event Spaces | Acacia Hotel Davao

The Club Lounge is intriguing.

When you have been to Davao city recently, it makes sense to say that President Duterte’s hometown is championing its campaign to be the country’s top “Bleisure” destination (Business and Leisure). Acacia, a world class homegrown hotel brand with branches in Manila and Bacolod could not agree more to this. The hotel brand is expected to greet its guests “Madayaw!” with its heartfelt stroke of hospitality this November.

LOCATION

22A6E69C-9471-48F7-9FB7-976608BB3A88 — The Acacia Hotel Davao as seen from the parking area of SM Lanang Premier Mall.

Acacia Hotel Davao adds to the charming bustling stretch of JP Laurel street as you traverse Lanang area. It is across the Carmelite church, sandwiched by SM Lanang Premier Mall and Davao-grown CrossFit gym, Madayaw North. The Tim Tebow CURE Hospital, Lanang Premiere Doctors Hospital, Inc. (opens soon) and seafood haven, Blue Post Boiling Crabs & Shrimps are just three buildings away. The Davao Museum of History and Ethnography at Insular Village is just a five-minute-ride away. The Island Garden City of Samal is just 15 minutes away. It takes 20 minutes to Francisco Bangoy International Airport.

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NOT FOR EVERYONE

Acacia Hotel Davao offers exclusive benefits and privileges in the Club Lounge when you stay in one of the premier rooms and suites for a more unique and personalized experience.

The “not for everyone” Club Lounge, Acacia Hotel Davao: Ask about opening rates. (Event bookings) jesse.magbanua@acaciahotelsdavao.com (Corporate room reservations) kathryn.quibingco@acaciahotelsdavao.com

HOTEL SUITES

The hotel offers impressive views of the north. Fill your eyes with astonishment when you witness the immersive ocean view of Samal Islands from some of the 260-well appointed guest rooms.

4199E370-806F-4EDD-83ED-1C035D554C3A — DELUXE TWIN BEDROOM, Acacia Hotel Davao: Suites feature an appealing combination of modern earth tones and engaging elements.

DINING

Local and international cuisine with regional flavors await to both local and foreign guests. The Waling-Waling Cafe offers a wide selection of freshly cooked local cuisine and regional classics. Luk Foo Palace Chinese Restaurant serves high-end Cantonese specialties with distinct flavors.

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WELLNESS

Acacia Fit, the hotel’s gym is geared with updated equipment centered around wellness. The Venado Pool Bar at the 3rd floor serves refreshments and cocktails while enjoying the swimming pool for a perfect getaway.

SOCIALS

Acacia Hotel Davao owns a Grand Ballroom which can accommodate up to 350 persons with convenient and functional facilities. There are also 9 smaller event venues perfect for memorable and intimate celebrations or even for business events.

6CED4217-7EF5-4775-B877-8DB46F3E2E8E — WALING-WALING CAFE, Acacia Hotel Davao: Offers signature delicacies of Davao and the rest of Mindanao.

94103845-8DDA-4F87-A534-4B78091C16AD — JUNIOR SUITE, Acacia Hotel Davao

CB13E9B9-AC35-4C27-8930-F3DC3E7F3283 — An Acacia Tree (SOURCE: https://majesticwallart.com/products/acacia-tree-at-sunset-with-giraffes-wall-mural)

Built with world class facilities, surely “Acacia” is soon to be a term used by the Davaoenos and Davao visitors to refer not just to that enchanting, colossal, endemic, shade-providing tree.

“Acacia” in Davao, pertains to that colossal hotel in front of SM Lanang Premier, with enchanting interiors and facilities, serving international dishes with endemic to Davao flavors. Uniquely, it bears a brand of hospitality that nurtures ultimate metropolitan rest and relaxation like a shade an urban tree gives on an extremely hot day for business, leisure or both.

Book now. Corporate room reservations: kathryn.quibingco@acaciahotelsdavao.com | Event bookings: jesse.magbanua@acaciahotelsdavao.com

HOBO CODES | Circus-like Sky Rides at Eden Adventure Park Davao

Eden is also now an adventure seeker’s natural playground.

Life’s unicycle where we simultaneously juggle work, personal affairs and sanity, causes us to faint sometimes. If you happen to be in that part of your routine where you are losing balance, startle more that adventurous soul and try daring your circus skills. Get out from the unicycle for a while and treat yourself to face-warping rides.

9AFB7497-367B-4704-9AC5-D4AE0C071A6B — CIRCUS SKILLS: Physical comedy (face), contortion (left leg) and flying trapeze (the Skyswing!). My first Skywing, July 2018. *I am comparing my extreme sky experience to several circus acts to let the readers feel more how every ride feels. This does not necessarily mean that you have to try these like a circus performer. Dangle safely.

How about teasing your circus skills of balance, agility, motor coordination as well as showmanship and physical comedy? Yes, you can not control those funny facial grimaces from the extreme stimuli when suspended at a 60 feet high cable, from a tower in an elevation 3,000 feet above sea level. All these in a day at one of the most popular and most visited mountain resorts in the Philippines today!

Eden Nature Park and Resort, or more commonly known as Eden, is a member of the JVA Group of Companies based in the Davao Region. It is located in Barangay Eden, Toril, Davao City, about 30 kilometers from the city proper and is situated at around 3,000 feet above sea level. A superb tourist attraction that offers tons of activities and amenities for all ages.

3A5DBD6D-FC3B-4247-9B3E-8ADA33A2D45F — Reservations Office is at 2nd floor, Matina Town Square, MacArthur Highway, Matina, Davao City |(+6382) 229-1020 | 296-0791|info@edennaturepark.com.ph | www.edennaturepark.com.ph | The resort offers day tour packages and also caters to live-in corporate seminars and events, retreats, weddings and wedding receptions.

The moment you enter the Eden Adventure Park, the topography and the horizon you behold add to the thrill, where the sky rides are seem theatrically arranged. It is like a natural amphitheater where the towers of the rides are constructed at the lower part of the property. When someone is trying any of the extreme sky rides, a majestic horizon is on the backdrop while the spectators from the higher part of the park watch the rider at eye level.

E58F303D-6B81-4C7B-B42A-22886DD1C3CE — Other day tour goers scream with you especially when the 90-degree Skywing is released.

Extreme Sky Experience Rides

Safety is Eden’s paramount concern. Trained attendants and operators ensure your safety. Your safety is significantly enhanced by securing you a body harness and safety gears especially ordered in France.

F6DBBCA4-187F-4EF8-A2E6-4654972091E8 — Waiver, signed. Gears, worn. Ready for the extreme rides!

SKYWHEEL : The “German wheel”-like ride you see from the circus.

BA4566AA-A1E7-492D-9E6D-688857806B56 — SKYWHEEL: Day tour goers can walk inside the wheel while it is up 60 feet high treading a 200 meter distance in approximately 15 minutes.

You should be atleast 50 kilos. Three wheels are available to travel at the same time.

SKYSWING: It is like flying trapeze, only with harness because you are not a pro.

8B9A1760-3D60-4D9B-9352-39047B11B179 — A first of its kind in the Davao Region, opened in 2015. Which would you try, 45 or 90 degree swing? Solo or with a swing mate? Screaaaaaam! Second Skyswing, May 2019.

“After Eco-tourism and Agri-tourism, a third leg – what we call as Adventure Tourism – was added to the resort’s activities. This was to make Eden also cater to the younger and more adventurous generation.” -Brenda Ocampo, Director of Sales and Marketing

SKYCYCLE : Artistic cycling and Slackwire balancing acts combined!

95B97250-B6C3-4BF8-B750-8B6359B3CC69 — The only of its kind in Davao where riders pedal the bike to cross the 200 meter cable.

With 6 more lines from 2 when it opened in 2013, this ride is obviously a hit where artistic cycling and slackwire balancing skills are combined.

SKYRIDER: An aerial straps act without the acrobatics.

D386FA07-97B6-497B-9EE1-89EE3C1F1DE3 — Eden’s version of Zipline. Opened in 2008 which lets you feel how to perform in an aerial silk or straps.

Since it started operations in October 1997, Eden has evolved from a simple nature park to a Davao destination offering a spectrum of relaxing things to do to heart pumping rides to overcome. It is definitely not just a nature lover’s paradise but also now an adventure seeker’s natural playground or contextually, an aspiring circus performer’s safely harnessed theater. Dangle safely before going back to life’s unicycle!

I am comparing my extreme sky experience to several circus acts to let the readers feel more how every ride feels. This does not necessarily mean that you have to try these like a circus performer. Dangle safely.