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(35)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
There are taxis to help you get
around the city, as well as jeepneys and pedicabs
(
which are powered by a bicycle). Once in town,
you can also rent a motorbike — a fun way to get
to where you need to go.
BY DAY
Go to Dauin Reef and snorkel! You don’t
need to swim too far, and the fish you will see
are amazing. You can also swim with the whale
sharks. Contact Carol Teves at +63 (921) 268 0511
for tours.
BY NIGHT
Eat the best ribs in town at Captain
Ribbers. Then check out Tiki Bar for drinks with
friends. You can also hang out by the poolside of
Florentina Homes — they have amazing food,
interesting artwork and a cozy atmosphere.
SLEEP
Try something away from the city. Mike's
Dauin Beach Resort is only 15 minutes south of
Dumaguete. It’s a quaint, family-run resort with
only eight rooms.
PHILIPPINES
DUMAGUETE
LOCAL SPEAK
"
Dili mo ganahan
mo larga na!"
for "I don’t ever want to
leave!"
MUST-TRY
Nature lovers should
visit Dauin Reef and swim with the
whale sharks.
INSIDER TIP
You'll always come
back to Dumaguete, not only because
of the beautiful spots, but because
you'll love the people too.
Nikki Teves
owner,
FootzyShoes
HERSLEY VEN CASERO
PHILIPPINES
BACOLOD
MAJAL TABORA
AREA CODE
(34)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$.02)
TOUCHDOWN
One arrives in Negros through
the Bacolod-Silay airport in Silay City. That’s
about 15km north-east of Bacolod City, or about a
30-
minute drive if there are no traffic jams. There
are plenty of tricycles.
BY DAY
Take a tour and see some of the famous
landmarks including the Provincial Capitol and
Lagoon, San Sebastian Cathedral Bacolod Plaza
Bandstand and Gazebo. Don’t miss The Ruins in
Silay City to see how magical it is.
BY NIGHT
The New Government Center is at its
best after dawn. The spectacular design of the
building and the colorful fountain lights are good
reasons to bring your camera. It's a nice place to
relax at day's end.
SLEEP
MO2 Westown Hotel offers a range
of stylishly designed rooms, which are fully
equipped with modern facilities and amenities.
BEST DINNER
Buy fresh seafood
at Pala-Pala market and have it cooked
at nearby carinderia stalls.
MUST-TRY
Go trekking at the
Mambukal Mountain Resort.
mambukalhaven.com
BEST SOUVENIRS
Choose from
a variety of affordable products that are
proudly made by locals at the Negros
Showroom.
Caroline B.
Baldevia
ramp agent,
CebuPacific Air
DIDYOU
KNOW?
Dauin Coast in Dumaguete boasts
15
dive sites.
