Park Inn by Radisson Davao, the 202-room contemporary hotel beside SM Lanang Premier, marked the Kadayawan festival with vibrant energy and creative flair through the launch of this year’s curated exhibit, featuring standout local brands Ayla Pearls and Bina Batik, alongside the debut of SMHCC’s sustainability project, Tela Tales.
Launched on August 4 at the hotel lobby, the event gathered local government officials, tourism representatives, consuls, corporate partners, media, bloggers, and influencers. Among the guests were SMHCC Vice President for Sustainability Chef Leah Magallanes, Davao City Councilors Tek Ocampo and Myrna Ortiz, Department of Trade and Industry Regional Director Romeo L. Castañaga, and Department of Tourism Region XI Assistant Regional Director Judy Colaljo, who shared a Kadayawan message on heritage, unity, and a bountiful harvest.
Now in its fourth year, Park Inn by Radisson Davao continues to highlight the region’s craftsmanship and cultural richness through its annual Kadayawan exhibits.
Ayla Pearls, renowned for its authentic South Sea pearls, returns with pieces ranging from everyday elegance to high-luxury statement jewelry—showcased in Dubai and Singapore. Joining them is Cotabato City’s Bina Batik, which revitalizes traditional Southeast Asian textiles with modern silhouettes, using upcycled fabrics to promote sustainability.
“This year marks our fourth Kadayawan celebration at the hotel through a themed exhibit,” said Sven Toune, General Manager of Park Inn by Radisson Davao. “We’re taking a fresher approach by highlighting wearable art—from handcrafted clothing to jewelry—that reflects local creativity and sustainability. We’re also proud to launch Tela Tales, an SMHCC-led initiative supporting artisans and communities while reducing hotel waste.”
One of the event’s highlights was the launch of Tela Tales, a sustainability initiative by SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC) that transforms condemned hotel linens into functional, marketable fashion pieces. The project aims to create a circular economy connecting hospitality and local communities.
Spearheaded by Chef Leah Magallanes, Tela Tales has already been implemented in other SMHCC properties, including Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo and Bacolod, Pico Sands Hotel, and Taal Vista Hotel, and has now reached Davao.
To bring the project to life, SMHCC partnered with Davao-born designer Dars Juson, co-founder of Manila-based label REPAMANA, known for transforming discarded textiles into striking fashion. Juson mentored the women-led community group Think Outside the Trash, supported by Councilor Tek Ocampo, in producing the debut Tela Tales collection—symbolizing empowerment, sustainability, and craftsmanship.
The first collection features a vanity kit, tote bag, and bucket hats in plain and dyed styles, using the traditional Japanese shibori technique of binding, folding, twisting, and clamping fabric before dyeing.
During the launch, Chef Magallanes presented the concept behind Tela Tales and other SMHCC sustainability programs aligned with its goal to reach Net Zero by 2040. A panel discussion with Chef Magallanes, Juson, Councilor Ocampo, and GM Toune followed.
Fifteen percent of proceeds from each item sold will benefit students of Malamba Elementary School – G. Astilla Sr. Cultural Minority High School in Marilog District, funding art supplies, educational materials, and essential resources. Last year, the initiative donated smart TVs to the school.
During the festival, VANDA Restaurant offers a Kadayawan-themed Boodle Fight for PHP 4,550 (good for five), including a grilled durian experience. Kadayawan buffets will be served on August 15, 16, and 17—lunch at PHP 950 and dinner at PHP 1,150—featuring specialties like Tiyula Itum, cultural performances, and live music.
Located beside SM Lanang Premier and just minutes from the airport and downtown Davao, Park Inn by Radisson Davao offers two festive stay packages:
Davao Getaway: A Kadayawan Staycation – Starts at PHP 7,888 per night, includes breakfast for two, a complimentary basket of goods, 20% off the Boodle Fight, and 10% off Kultura. Available until August 31.
Kadayawan Weekend Bliss – Starts at PHP 10,088 per night, includes breakfast for two, a gift basket, 20% off the Boodle Fight, 10% off at Kultura, and for the first 30 bookings, a PHP 1,000 Skin Manila voucher. Offered on August 15–17 only.
With culture, creativity, and community at its core, Park Inn by Radisson Davao invites locals and travelers alike to celebrate Kadayawan in style—staying, savoring, and celebrating in the most meaningful way. PR