I travelled to Dumaguete City without any travel itinerary. My first destination was Bohol but decided to take another island as my take off place for a change. Since it was more of an impromptu travel I did not really expect much.
I booked my flight back to Manila via Dunaguete City. It was really a crazy idea which means that I will just spend a few hours and overnight in this city before my flight the next morning bound for Manila. Hence, from Tagbilaran City in Bohol, I took a fastcraft to Dumaguete City which took more than one hour.
It turned out great. Upon arrival at the port of Dumaguete, I was greeted by wide and clean streets. From the pier I saw Siliman University with its shaded and tree-lined walls. That was a real treat for me because it somehow reminded me of UP Diliman. Right then and there I felt home.
I was able to meet a few friends from this city who are artists in their own right so the whole afternoon was spend checking out their craft and masterpieces. I should have spent some time in the city's museum but decided against it due to the lack of time.
In the evening, I decided to check out the seaside area where you can find the 'I love Dumaguete' signage, perfect for a photo opportunity. I was not able to get really nice photos because it was already dark and I was too lazy to mess up with my camera's manual settings.
Later on, I met up with some friends for dinner at the busy sidestreet near the university. It was strewn with different watering holes perfect to cap the night away. There was a tinge of sadness for me because I was not able to explore to quiet and unassuming city as I should. Maybe next time then.
Early the next morning I had to leave the place where I stayed for my early flight back to Manila. Oh well, I did not do much! I just managed to buy pasalubong, the famous Sylvannas from the airport which would surely add more pounds to my frame but hey, that's part of the joy of travel.
Til next island hop. Ciao!
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