Though still recovering from a sickness, I traveled alone from Cebu City by bus and by ferry just to reach the City of Gentle People, Dumaguete City.
I was only there for 2 days and 3 nights (January 21-23am). I was supposed to be with Jellie & Ryan but they did not push through with the trip so I had to do it alone. As expected, Dumaguete is a laid back city, with no traffic lights, motorists not wearing helmets, no taxis and very few PUJs and private vehicles — things which I like and things which primarily make Cebu City crowded.
Dumaguete City’s way of life is comparable to that of Bantayan and Iloilo’s. It’s really relaxed and the city is still holding on to its heritages. For those who are fed up with traffic and the busy, polluted streets of the metros (Cebu or Manila), Dumaguete is the perfect place to rewind to the old, peaceful times. If you have also spent much time relaxing on the beach already, then it’s time to visit the quaint place of Dumaguete.
Basically, what I did there was just explore the place. I didn’t push myself to discover everything in one weekend (because I’ll know I’ll be back often). I was brought though to one of Dumaguete’s pride, Silliman University. Another post will be for this one.
