Almost every year, to spare my vacation, I went to Camp Philips Bukidnon - the focal point of del Monte Plantation. It has lush and wide field of pineapples covering around 5,000 hectares. Like almost Baguio, Camp Philips has a very cool climate throughout the year. You can rarely see houses with air-conditioned installed. That's why almost every summer season, I opted to come here to relax and savor the good climate.
Upon entering Camp Philips, you will see the biggest replica of pineapple, perfect spot for picture taking.
At the main entrance of Camp Philips, you will see this signage - Welcome Camp Philips, Bukidnon.
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| Another big replica of Del Monte product - Vinegar |
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| Del Monte pineapple |
One of the benefits provided by the company to their regular employees is that they can live in their colorful houses for free until retirement. The structure was designed by Americans, previous owner of the company.
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| House for Officials |
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| House for Employees |
After a trip, one can bring a take home gifts (pasalubong) to their family. Aside from fresh fruits, anyone can buy delicacies out of pineapple fruits at Camp Philips souvenir shop.
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| Other goodies |
One can look around the camp without seeking any permission from Del Monte. The environment is clean, fresh, cool, and pleasing to the eyes.
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| Camp Philips Cooperative |
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| Camp Philips Plaza |
Del Monte Plantation comprises multiple camps. Camp site is located at Camp 14 as preferred venue for girls scout and boys scout 's camping.
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| Going down the camp |
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| Camp Site |
How to get to Camp Philips?
Camp Philips is approximately 6 hours trip from Davao City. One can ride either by bus or van. Public bus would cost you around 500-600 pesos. Tell the driver to drop you in Alae - stopover place for buses and vans, then take a jeepney to bring you to Camp Philips.
Don't forget to consider Camp Philips, Bukidnon as one of your dream vacations. Rest assured this place is worth visiting.
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