Dumaguete: Pit Stop to Marine Wonders

Liz and I were invited to attend the wedding of our colleagues in Dumaguete but instead of going directly, we came from Cebu to reflect on work and our being young (bwahaha…). We stayed in Honey Comb Inn as we reached Dumaguete from a Cebu-Bohol- Dumaguete Super Cat trip. There we met other officemates and friends. I remember eating in Lab-as Restaurant where food was so good. I also noticed that there are a number of good restaurants that offer different cuisines.

After a long day, you may stroll in Rizal Boulevard. It’s a like Bay Walk (then) that offers nothing but sea breeze and a laid back ambiance. Don’t forget to try balut and other local street foods along the boulevard as you cap the night. Siliman University is also around the corner, it’s worth visiting for its rich history.

From Dumaguete, we travelled southward going to Zamboanguita where you may take a boat ride from Malatapay going to Apo Island. It is a marine sanctuary where you can snorkel and dive. Since we’re not divers, we just snorkeled the whole day that we almost forgot that the tide was getting low. I remember having some bruises on my chest and feet because of low tide. I felt like being in an aquarium. The sea creatures were so alive that you would treasure that moment you’re with them. It’s a good thing the local government is doing their best to preserve their marine wonders.

For our lunch, we bought parrot fish and lobsters that cost only a hundred bucks. That size may be purchased in a seafood resto for 300 pesos. It was so cheap. The locals even cooked for us for a minimal fee. It was a feast!

We were tanned during the wedding but it’s okay coz we enjoyed the trip. Next time, I hope we can go to Bais to watch dolphins swim.

Photos courtesy of my sister during her recent vacation.