Why Choose Condominiums Outside Metro Manila

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Why is it so appealing to buy a for sale condominium in the cities of Baguio and Davao? In the past, living outside Metro Manila is not as enticing as it can be. Manila is the center of commerce, recreation and entertainment. It is where tall and grand buildings rise. Manila is a magnet for job applicants because of numerous vacancies. But we reiterate that that was a long time ago. Today, Manila-like places can be found in the countryside. The cities of Baguio and Davao are one of those.

They say life in a rural area is laid back, simple and monotonous. It is a place to get away from the fast-paced life of Manila. The times are changing though and the need to build a new metropolis is getting serious. The solution to Manila’s congested state is the Next Wave Cities Program launched by DOST-ICTO (Information and Communication Technology Office).

The DOST-ICTO defines a Next Wave City as “a Philippine-specific term that identifies ICT hubs beyond Manila, based on criteria such as worker supply, telecom infrastructure and other factors necessary to sustain a local BPO industry.” It is a means of the national government to produce more job opportunities and promote economic growth. Opening the doors in the countryside seems a viable solution and a breath of fresh air compared to Metro Manila. Davao City and Baguio City are included in the list of Next Wave Cities.

Being in the roster of New Wave Cities can earn a locale international recognition. In the recent 2015 Tholons International Top 100 Outsourcing Destinations Report, the city of Baguio rose from the 99th to 95th spot. Davao City maintains the same rank as last year at 69th. Both cities have world-class BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) hubs. Places like Baguio City and Davao City are the reasons why the Philippines’ outsourcing industry continues to flourish.

We all know the perks of living outside Manila, particularly in a condominium in Davao City and Baguio City. You’re just near must-visit tourist spots in the area. First stop is Davao City, the “Durian Capital of the Philippines” and home of the majestic Philippine Eagle. You can bounce to the exhilarating Davao Zorb Park, stroll at the Eden Nature Park, take a hike at Mount Apo or get spooked at D’ Bone Collector Museum. Baguio City on the other hand, also known as “the Summer Capital of the Philippines”, still remains one of the prime tourist destinations in the country.

Rural living has health benefits, too. You will experience less traffic, less pollution and more space to wiggle. You won’t experience EDSA’s bumper-to-bumper traffic, the long queues at MRT and the crime rate that plagues the city. The lesser the traffic means you’re not that stress out to go to work. The clean environment also improves a person’s well-being. 

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According to Numbeo.com’s numbers, the crime index of Davao City is 16.86, which is considered very low; and Baguio City is 30, a low rate by Numbeo’s standards. In terms of safety index (the higher the number, the safer it is) walking in Davao City at daylight got 88.73 rating and at night has got 81.07, a very high score. Baguio City got 87.50 and 55 respectively, considered as a moderate score. These scores are as of October 2015.

Country living really outweighs city living. Although, urbanization slowly creeps in the rural areas, they still maintains their rustic charm and natural setting.

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