Monthly Archives: October 2009

Iloilo: Miagao Church at Night

Posted on October 28, 2009 by George

We were supposed to make it to Miagao town before sunset to get a glimpse of the beautiful facade under natural light.  But by the time we got there the sun had already set.  And there was a twist too… … Continue reading →

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Bacolod: Pit Stops and Ocean Jet

Posted on October 27, 2009 by George

Before leaving Bacolod we bought sweet pasalubongs at Pendy’s.  Everyone ordered boxes of hot napoleones.  Other pasalubongs available here were: Piaya Local pastries and cakes Galletas Meringue Peanut Kisses (from Bohol, hehe) You could add these pasalubongs found elsewhere in … Continue reading →

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Bacolod: The Old Mansion Ruins

Posted on October 26, 2009 by George

The old mansion ruins just outside the limits of Bacolod has enough wow factor to spin the imagination.  What stood in front of us was a ghost of sugarland past.  It was the most beautiful bare structure I’ve ever seen … Continue reading →

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Bacolod: Balay Negrense of Silay

Posted on October 26, 2009 by George

There’s a more historical side to Bacolod and Negros Occidental besides the chicken inasal and Masskara festival.  The land of sugar has pockets of mysterious old houses, historical ancestral homes, and picturesque ruins. Our day tour itinerary included… Exploring the … Continue reading →

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