Category Archives: Negros

Little Baguio

When you speak of Baguio, you talk about pine trees, zigzag roads, coool ambience – you get the picture. But when you line DBS, here’s what you get: waterfalls, caves, flower gardens, zigzag roads, mysterious magnetic hill, rice terraces, chocolate … Continue reading

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Apo Island Philippines Trip Report

Greeting from Apo Island! The Apo Island is the only one of its kind in the Philippines. It is one of the world’s top dive destinations, and you can rent a banca for a 40-minute boat ride to take you … Continue reading

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Holiday Weekend in Dumaguete City

Dumaguete City has been on my list of places to visit for some time. When it was announced that our office would be closed on Friday, July 2nd for Pasig Day, I knew this was my chance. Dumaguete is the … Continue reading

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O Hotel in Bacolod City, Occidental Negros

During my visit to Bacolod City, I stayed at the O Hotel.  I found the hotel by surfing the internet.  Reading their web page, it seemed they had just what I was looking for in a hotel. Free Wifi in … Continue reading

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Day of Scuba Diving and Beach Fun at Sipalay Negros Philippines

On Monday, February 23, 2009 I left the O Hotel in Bacolod City at 5am in the hotel car headed to Sipalay for a day on the beach and to get a scuba dive in.  After a scenic 2.5 hour … Continue reading

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