Friday, August 12, 2011

on the spotlight: Bacolod City

What's the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the place Bacolod?

Masskara Festival?! Inasal?! Sugar?! Smiles?!

Well, you are correct! There  are a lot of things Bacolod has to offer from its delicious foods to colorful festivals to its friendly people one has to go and experience it. It is located in the province of Negros Occidental in Western Visayas.



How to get there:

Bacolod is pretty much accessible. Local carriers like Cebu PacificAir Philippines and Philippine Airlines have several flights daily in and out of Bacolod. There's even ferry that services Manila-Bacolod routes. Bacolod City is also accessible to other provinces like Iloilo, General Santos and other parts of Mindanao via Super Ferry.

Getting Around:

  • Taxis - taxis are abundant. Its very easy to get a cab. And I must say, it delights me that taxi drivers there are honest and gives back your change. 
  • Jeepneys - jeepneys are everywhere, you won't have a hard time roaming the city.
  • Tricycles - tricycles are abundant too; another cheap way to get around the city.
Pig Out:

Sample the famous chicken inasal after all this is where it all originated.


Buy:

Masskara souvenirs like keychains, magnet, shirts and miniature masks.



Why not?!:

Go to Calea's and feast on their delicious cakes. There are plenty of choices. yum!



Pasalubong:
  • Take home some Inasal marinade and try your hand in cooking inasal.
  • Go and hoard Bong-Bong's famous piyaya, tarts and sweets.

So there you have it... some things to PIG OUT for, BUY and TRY in Bacolod. What are 'ya waiting for? Pack your bags and head out to this city.

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