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Brief History egros Island was originally called Buglas, an old native word that is thought to mean cut off. It is believed that Negros was once part of a greater mass of land but was cut off either by what geologists call a continental drift or by the rising waters during the so called glacial age. Among its earliest inhabitants were dark skinned natives belonging to the Negrito ethnic group with their unique culture. Thus, the Spaniards called the land Negros after the black natives whom they saw when they first came to the island in April 1565. Two of the earliest native settlements were Binalbagan and Ilog that later became towns in 1573 and 1584, respectively. Other settlements were Hinigaran, Bago, Marayo (now Pontevedra), Mamalan (now Himamaylan) and Candaguit (now a sitio in San Enrique). After appointing encomenderos in the island, Miguel Lopez de Legazpi placed Negros under the jurisdiction of the Governor of Oton in Panay. In 1734, however, the island became a military district and Ilog was made its first capital. The seat of government was later transferred to Himamaylan and thereafter Bacolod became the capital in 1849. The island remained a military district up to about the middle of the 19 th century. Then in 1865, Negros Occidental was raised to the category of a politico military province. During this time, several more towns were established like San Carlos and Calatrava. Religious orders evangelized the province by turns: the Augustinians, Recollects, Jesuits, Dominicans, Seculars and again, the Recollects returning in the 1800s. The latter half of the 19 th century was a period of rapid economic expansion for Negros Occidental as evidenced by the growth of population resulting from the influx of immigrants coming from neighboring provinces like Iloilo, Antique, Capiz and Cebu. They settled in districts sparsely inhabited in the past and this resulted in the establishments of new towns: Saravia (now E.B. The San Sebastian Cathedral Magalona), Valladolid and Escalante in 1860. 2 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

The major boom to the province at this time was the widespread cultivation of sugarcane and the opening of ports like those in Iloilo and Cebu to foreign commerce. In 1856, Negros Occidental produced only 4,000 piculs of sugar. This increased to 100,000 piculs in 1864 and 2,000,000 in 1893. The cultivation of sugarcane then became widespread and soon after Negros Occidental led other provinces in the production of sugar. Modern machines were also introduced at this time and by 1864, seven machines operated by steam were used in the towns of Bacolod, Minuluan (now Talisay) and Bago. During the last decade of the 19 th century, several important events occurred in the history of Negros Monument of Gen. Aniceto Lacson Occidental. One was the making of Negros Occidental as a separate province from Negros Oriental in 1890. The other was when Negrense revolutionary troops led by Generals Aniceto Lacson and Juan Araneta joined the nationwide Katipunan Movement and overcame the Spanish garrison in the province on November 5, 1898 when the Filipinos rose in arms against the Spanish rule. The revolt ended more than 300 years of foreign domination. This resulted in the establishment of the shortlived Cantonal Government of the Republic of Negros which reunited the two provinces until the Americans arrived in May 1899. A civil government was established in Negros Occidental on April 20, 1901. During the succeeding decades between 1901 and the 1930s, Negros Occidental was under the American occupation as with the rest of the country. Nonetheless, the economic growth continued especially with Philippine sugar having a part of the US market despite some accompanying socioeconomic problems during this period. When the Japanese landed in the province on May and instead organized a free government and guerilla movement under Gov. Alfredo Montelibano, Sr. in Negros Island. They helped bring about the surrender of the Japanese forces in Negros in 1945. The history of the province for the post World War II period has yet to be formally written. Suffice it to briefly note here that this was mainly a period of rehabilitation from the destruction of war. With the sugar industry, the major pillar of the province s economy, as well as other areas being revived, consequent socio economic growth in the province followed. 3 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

INTRODUCTION Bacolod is the gateway to the province of Negros Occidental, often referred to as the land of genteel people and large sugar plantations. Authentic 1912 steam locomotives and wellpreserved ancestral homes serve as reminders of the sugar barons and rich Spanish families in the past. Negros Occidental s wealth has always been in its land, its charm in its people, its pride in its cuisine. Iron Dinosaurs of Central Azucarera de La Carlota, Inc. The land is where the wealth of the province originated and continues to emulate. The once lucrative sugar industry has started to give way to other profitable industries like prawn culture, cutflower and handicraft for export. Negros Occidental is blessed with one beautiful natural scenery, explored waterfalls and mountains, white sand beaches and crystal springs. Its people with their endearing lilting accent are known for their easygoing, old world charm and gracious hospitality. They have natural knack for entertaining which is best experienced during MassKara, a mardi gras festival in October when there is merrymaking in the streets and parties at private homes in its capital, Bacolod. The people are also famous for their unrivalled good taste which is evident in the exquisite arts and crafts that they produced for the local and export markets. Durian fruit Negros Occidental s cuisine is legendary. Its mouthwatering dishes rank among the best that the islands have to offer. It is particularly popular for sugar based food items and delicacies. From upscale restaurants to wayside eateries, one can sample the heavenly concoctions this land is famous for. A beautiful land, charming people and delectable cuisine these elements make for a destination that is best when experienced. Bacolod and Negros Occidental promises to be a destination like no other a breath of fresh air, away from a harried pace of city life. 4 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

GEOGRAPHY AND TOPOGRAPHY Bacolod, the capital city, lies in the northwestern part of Negros Occidental province. It is set in a sprawling 16,000 hectare coastal plain surrounded by sugarcane plantations, prawn farms and rice fields. Bacolod is bounded by the City of Talisay on the north, Mt. Marapara on the east, Guimaras strait on the west and Bago City on the south. A view of the Rams Lagoon.* photo by Eioi Bibar Negros Occidental is located in the western side of Negros Island, the fourth largest island in the Philippines with a total land area of 972,607 hectares or 9,726.06 sq. kms. The province is approximately 375 kilometers long from north to south. It is bounded by the Visayan Sea in the north, Panay Gulf on the west, Tañon Strait and Negros Oriental province on the east and Sulu Sea on the south. Negros is basically volcanic, making its soil ideal for agriculture. Eighty percent of all arable land is cultivated. Mount Kanlaon is one of the mountain ranges found in the heart of Negros Island. One of the country s 13 most active volcanoes, Kanlaon is the highest peak in central Philippines at an elevation of 2,465 meters above sea level, the most dominant and attractive feature of which is its active summit crater. It has a land area of 24,577.6 hectares, with rainforest and verdant vegetation sliced from Margaha Valley.* photo by Eioi Bibar the cities of Bago, La Carlota, San Carlos and Canlaon (in Negros Oriental) and the towns of Murcia and La Castellana. 5 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

The trek through ridges and deep gorges for 14.5 kilometers shows a panorama of lowlands and carved mountains. An 8.5 kilometer ascent along sights of refreshing waterfalls and treacherous trails best capture the moods of this unpredictable volcano. Rare endemic species such as the Bleeding Heart Pigeon and the Negros Fruit Dove are protected in this park, which makes bird watching a prime attraction. Other birds include wood peckers, bulbuls, babblers, warblers and flycatchers. The Guintubdan Nature Camp in La Carlota City is one of the best take off points in climbing Mount Kanlaon. Barbet bird CLIMATE Bacolod s climate is generally pleasant with a dry season from December to May and rainy season from June to November. The warmest months are April and May and the coolest are December, January and February. The average temperature is 80 degrees F/26 degrees C. POPULATION Mt. Kanlaon from Buenos Aires Mountain Resort Negros Occidental has a population of 2.3 million as of August 1, 2007 at an average growth rate of 1.44 percent. Source: National Statistics Office 6 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY Negros Occidental is the Philippines major sugar producer. Its principal sugargrowing region is located in the north and west of the island, stretching from northwest along the coasts of the Visayan Sea and Guimaras Strait, which is one of the country s principal lowland areas. Sugar refining has many by products such as Victorias Milling Company, Victorias City acetylene, fertilizers and rum. Fishing is the major industry based in Cadiz City. There are also a number of fishponds and prawn farming has become a major industry. Bacolod City is the center of commerce and finance in Negros. It is where you find oil companies, factories, bottling plants, allied industrial businesses, steel fabrication, power generation, agribusiness, prawn culture and other aqua culture ventures. Beer breweries have been established recently. Fishing Industry 7 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

PEOPLE, CULTURE AND ARTS Sugar is central to the evolution of the Negrense culture. The affluence and the prosperity that the industry brought to the province nourished a charming, genteel, sometimes lavish spirit that sets the Negrense apart from his Ilonggo kinsman. Negrenses are regarded as affectionate, generous, fun loving people who enjoy the finer things in life. As a labor force, however, Negrenses are highly motivated, educated, skilled, trainable and entrepreneurial individuals. The Ruins of Don Mariano Lacson Ancestral House, Talisay City Negrenses celebrate in style. Negros cuisine developed from this eagerness for festivity, though much of this remarkable cuisine is guarded jealously in family kitchens. Aside from dishes cooked with Spanish influences, probably the most famous dish Negros Occidental and Bacolod is remembered for is Inasal (barbecued marinated chicken). Negros pastries and confectionery are equally renowned, with guapple pie, piyaya, barquillos, pinasugbo, pastel de manga, panyo panyo, butong butong and dulce gatas ranked among the favorites. Negros is also presently giving Davao and the Bicol Region a run for their pastilles de durian and pili nuts, respectively. Negrenses are noted for their artistic abilities as well as for their love for sports. Many Negrense artistsdesigners/architects, cartoonists/visual artists, have gained national and international distinction in their fields. The province is also noted for its world class athletes in track and field, swimming, football, softball, golf and boxing, among others. Even in the field of cockfighting, it is known as the home of the best handlers and gamefowl breeders. The Negrenses joie de vivre is manifested in the Chicken Inasal various festivals all over the province, foremost among which are the famous Masskara Festival of Bacolod, Pasalamat Festival of La Carlota City, Bailes de Luces of La Castellana, and Pintaflores Festival of San Carlos City. These and other interesting local festivals are featured during the Panaad sa Negros Festival staged every April at the 25 hectare tree lined Panaad Stadium in Bacolod City. Dubbed as the 8 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Festival of Festivals, Panaad brings toget her the 13 cities and 19 towns in a showcase of history, arts and culture, tourism, trade, commerce and industry, beauty and talent as well as games and sports. The Panaad Park, with theme booths of the cities and towns, is to Negros Occidental what Nayong Pilipino is to the Philippines. Negros Occidental is rich in structures and buildings that are remnants of a once affluent lifestyle. The Palacio Episcopal (1930), San Sebastian Cathedral (1876) and the Capitol Building (1931), are popular Bacolod landmarks. Silay City has fine examples of sugar barons palatial homes, two of which have been converted into the Balay Negrense and the Bernardo Jalandoni Museums. In other towns, steam locomotives that used to cart sugarcane from the fields to refineries attract steam engine enthusiasts from all over the world. There are also impressive churches all over the province, both built recently and during the Spanish era. GETTING THERE Man and Beast sculpture at the Capitol Lagoon and Park. Negros Occidental can be reached through its capital, the highly urbanized City of Bacolod, which is 55 minutes from Manila and 30 minutes from Cebu by air. By sea, it is an 18 hour cruise from Manila and one hour aboard sea crafts from Iloilo. By land and sea travel, it is seven hours from Cebu. From Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental, Bacolod is 5 hours away via Mabinay in the south, and via San Carlos City in the north: 6 hours via the coastal road and 5 hours via the Translink highway in Don Salvador Benedicto. GETTING AROUND Big and medium sized buses, both aircon and non aircon, ply the northern and southern parts of the province, with terminals in Bacolod. Car rental services are available for travel to any point of the island. Air conditioned, metered taxis are numerous in Bacolod, but the jeepney is still the most common means of transport among the towns and cities. 9 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

POLITICAL SUBDIVISION Negros Occidental is composed of 13 cities and 19 municipalities, including Bacolod City, a highly urbanized city and the capital of the province. Cities Land Area (Hectares) Income Classification No. of Barangays Distance from Bacolod (Kilometers 1. Bacolod City 15,610.00 Highly Urbanized City 61-2. Bago City 40,210.00 2 nd Class 24 21.5 3. Cadiz City 51,650.00 2 nd Class 22 65.2 4. Escalante City 12,500.00 5 th Class 21 95.2 new Poblacion 102.1 old Poblacion 5. Himamaylan City 38,420.00 4 th Class 19 82.9 6. Kabankalan City 72,640.00 1 st Class 32 92.6 7. La Carlota City 13,732.00 4 th Class 14 45.9 via San Enrique 43.2 via Maao, Bago 8. Sagay City 38,960.00 2 nd Class 24 82.9 9. San Carlos City 38,400.00 2 nd Class 18 144.3 10. Silay City 21,480.00 3 rd Class 16 14.4 11. Sipalay City 43,270.00 4 th Class 17 178.4 12. Talisay City 17,340.00 3 rd Class 27 7.3 13. Victorias City 13,390.00 3 rd Class 26 34.0 Municipalities Land Area (Hectares) Income Classification No. of Barangays Distance from Bacolod (Kilometers) 1. Binalbagan 18,540.00 2 nd Class 16 72.7 2. Calatrava 43,960.00 1 st Class 40 129.9 3. Candoni 19,170.00 4 th Class 9 137.7 4. Cauayan 51,990.00 1 st Class 25 119.9 5. EB Magalona 11,332.00 2 nd Class 23 23.9 6. Hinigaran 16,080.00 1 st Class 24 54 7. Hinobaan 42,410.00 2 nd Class 24 199.4 8. Ilog 28,170.00 3 rd Class 13 103.7 9. Isabela 17,740.00 3 rd Class 15 78.2 10. La Castellana 21,651.00 2 nd Class 30 67.3 via San Enrique 11. Manapla 11,290.00 3 rd Class 13 44.7 12. Moises Padilla 14,370.00 3 rd Class 12 85.6 13. Murcia 28,455.00 1 st Class 15 16.5 14. Pontevedra 11,250.00 3 rd Class 23 48.5 15. Pulupandan 2,300.00 4 th Class 20 31.1 16.Don Salvador Benedicto 17,056.00 4 th Class 7 42.0 17. San Enrique 2,100.00 5 th Class 10 37.3 18. Toboso 12,340.00 3 rd Class 9 114.5 19. Valladolid 4,801.00 4 th Class 16 31.3 Negros Occidental 792,607.00 1 st Class Province 661 -- 10 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

ACCESSIBILITY (Rates are subject to change without prior notice) BY AIR DIRECTIONS IN GOING TO BACOLOD SILAY AIRPORT, SILAY CITY Passengers from the North going to the airport in Silay may use the following roads: From Rizal Street, turn right to Jose C. Locsin Street (formerly known as McKinley St.); turn left to Lanzones Street; turn right to airport road. Passengers from the South going to the aiport may use the following roads: From Rizal Street, turn left to Jose Ledesma Street (formerly known as Mckinley St.); go directly to the airport CEBU PACIFIC Bacolod Silay Airport Ticket Office Tel. No.: (034) 4352156 / 4352148 loc. 4118 Downtown Office Victorina Arcade, Rizal St.Bacolod City Tel. No: (034) 4342052 Fax No: (034) 4342053 BACOLOD TO MANILA Flight Departure Arrival Frequency 5J 474 06:40 AM 07:50 AM Daily 5J 476 10:30 AM 11:40AM Daily 5J 478 04:20 PM 05:30PM Daily 5J 480 06:55 PM 08:05PM Daily PHILIPPINE AIRLINES Araneta St. Bacolod City Tel. Nos.: (034) 4341595 / 4333045 / 4347870 Bacolod Silay Airport Office Tel. Nos. (034) 4352011 loc. 4114 BACOLOD TO MANILA Flight Departure Arrival Frequency PR 132 07:15 AM 08:30AM Daily PR 134 11:15 AM 12:30PM Daily PR 158 04:20 PM 05:35PM Daily except Sunday PR 136 06:35 PM 07:50PM Daily MANILA TO BACOLOD Flight Departure Arrival Frequency PR 131 05:15 AM 06:35 AM Daily PR 133 09:15 AM 10:35AM Daily PR 157 02:20 PM 03:40 PM Daily except Sunday PR 135 04:35 PM 05:55PM Daily MANILA TO BACOLOD Flight Departure Arrival Frequency 5J 473 04:55 AM 06:05 AM Daily 5J 475 08:50AM 10:00 AM Daily 5J 477 02:40PM 03:50 PM Daily 5J 479 05:15PM 06:25 PM Daily BACOLOD TO CEBU Flight Departure Arrival Frequency 5J 125 09:20 AM 10:00 AM Daily 5J 147 08:20 PM 09:00 PM Daily CEBU TO BACOLOD Flight Departure Arrival Frequency 5J 126 08:30AM 09:10 AM Daily 5J 148 07:20 PM 08:00 AM Daily 11 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

AIR PHILIPPINES (PAL Express) Old Bacolod Airport Singcang, Bacolod City Tel. No: (034) 4339210 to 12 Bacolod Silay Airport Tel. Nos. (034) 4352073/4352074 loc. 4109/4121 Downtown Office Victoria Arcade, Rizal St., Bacolod City Tel. No:(034) 4331825. Fax. No: (034) 4339570 BACOLOD TO CEBU Flight Departure Arrival Frequency PR 231 10:30 AM 11:10AM Daily PR 233 07:40 PM 08:20 PM Daily CEBU TO BACOLOD Flight Departure Arrival Frequency PR 230 09:20 AM 10:00 AM Daily PR 232 06:30 PM 07:10 PM BY SEA First Class Economy Regular 380.00 300.00 Students 330.00 260.00 Senior Citizen 310.00 245.00 OCEAN JET New Bullet Ferry, Inc. Tel.No.: Bacolod (034) 4335359 Iloilo (033) 3379914 Bacolod Departures Iloilo Departures 06:15 AM 06:15 AM 07:45AM 07:45AM 09:15AM 09:15AM 10:45 AM 10:45 AM 12:45 PM 12:45 PM 02:15 PM 02:15 PM 03:45 PM 03:45 PM 05:15 PM 05:15 PM Fares: Business Class Tourist Class Regular 375.00 275.00 Student 341.00 241.00 Senior Citizen 329.00 229.00 Minor (4 11 yrs) 260.00 160.00 SNR Fast Seacrafts, Inc Weesam Express Bredco Port, Reclamation Area Bacolod City Tel. Nos: Bacolod (034)4339125 / 4339775 Iloilo (033) 3373282 / 3351572 Bacolod Departure IloIlo Departure 06:30 AM 06:30 AM 08:00 AM 08:00 AM 09:30 AM 09:30 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 01: 00 PM 01: 00 PM 02:30 PM 02:30 PM 04:00 PM 04:00 PM 05:00 PM 05:00 PM Fare Rates WG&A SUPERFERRY Bredco Port 2, Bacolod City Tel. No: (034) 4354965 Customer Service: (02) 5287000 customerinteraction@superferry.com.ph www.superferry.com.ph BACOLOD TO MANIIA Vessel Daparture Day Arrival Day OLM 09:45AM WED 10:00AM THU SF 1/19 01:15PM FRI 09:00AM SAT OLM 09:45AM SAT 10:00AM SUN SF 5 09:45AM SUN 07:00AM MON 12 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

MANILA TO BACOLOD Vessel Departure Day Arrival Day OLM 07:45 PM THU 04:00AM SAT OLM 07:45 PM SUN 08:00PM MON SF 19 09:45 PM TUE 05:30PM WED Fare Rates (one way) w/out meals w/ meals Jet Setter 2,292.30 2,381.90 Super 2,292.30 2,381.90 Mega 2,424.13 2,513.73 Tourist 2,567.94 2,657.54 Business 2,687.78 2,777.38 Jpn2 5,147.86 5,327.06 Cabin 2,843.57 2,977.97 Stateroom 6,214.43 6,483.23 Suite room 7,149.18 7,417.98 Travelers 2,485.28 2,574.88 Tourist 2,545.76 2,635.36 Business 2,665.60 2,788.80 Single Cabin 2,821.28 2,944.48 Couble Cabin 6,050.24 6,296.64 Single Suite 3,540.32 3,663.52 Double Suite 7,104.16 7,350.56 Additional Charges: Mnl Bcd Bcd Mnl Terminal Fee 22.40 16.80 E vat 12% 12% BACOLOD TO OZAMIS Vessel Departure Day Arrival Day SP 11:30AM MON 09:00AM TUE NEGROS NAVIGATION Luzuriaga St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 4351417 / (034)7081202 Fax.No.: (034)7080461 Passage Hotline: (02) 2435231 www.negrosnavigation.com.ph OZAMIS TO BACOLOD Vessel Departure Day Arrival Day SP 01:00 PM TUE 11:00AM WED BACOLOD TO CAGAYAN Vessel Departure Day Arrival Day SJW 11:59 AM TUE 05:00AM WED BACOLOD TO MANILA Vessel Departure Day Arrival Day SP 11:59 AM WED 09:00AM THUR SJW 02:30 PM THUR 10:30AM FRI SP 09:30 AM SAT 06:30AM SUN SJW 02:30 PM SUN 09:00AM CAGAYAN TO BACOLOD Vessel Departure Day Arrival Day SJW 04:00 PM WED 11:30AM THUR BACOLOD TO ILIGAN Vessel Departure Day Arrival Day SP 11:30 AM MON 05:00AM TUE MANILA TO BACOLOD Vessel Departure Day Arrival Day SJW 03:00PM MON 10:00PM TUE SP 03:00PM THUR 05:00PM FRI SJW 10:00PM SAT 11:00AM SUN SP 01:30PM SUN 10:30AM MON Fare Rates (One Way) w/out meals w/meals Economy 2,257.92 2,347.52 Tatami 2,401.28 2,490.88 ILIGAN TO BACOLOD Vessel Departure Day Arrival Day SPA 05:00 PM TUE 11:00AM WED 13 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

ROLL ON ROLL OFF SHIPPING LINES MILLENNIUM SHIPPING CO. INC. M/V Lakbay Uno Bredco Port, Bacolod City TelNo: (034) 4339360 Cell. No: 09274691461 Contact Person: Bert Bacolod Departure Dumangas Departure 03:00 AM 06:00 AM 09:30 AM 12:00 NN 06:00 PM 09:00 PM Fare Rates Regular 90.00 Student/PNP/AFP 70.00 Senior Citizen 70.00 7 11 yrs old 70.00 4 6 yrs old 40.00 Cargo Fare: 4 wheel regular 900.00 4 wheel extended loaded 1,100.00 4 wheel extended empty 1,000.00 6 wheel canter/elf loaded 1,600.00 6 wheel canter/elf empty 1,400.00 6 wheel fighter/forward loaded 1,900.00 6 wheel fighter/forward empty 1,700.00 8 wheel 2,000.00 10 wheel 2,200.00 40ft. w/ prime mover loaded 4,500.00 40ft. w/ prime mover empty 4,000.00 40ft w/o prime mover loaded 4,000.00 40ft. w/o prime mover empty 3,500.00 20ft. w/ prime mover loaded 3,500.00 20ft. w/ prime mover empty 3,000.00 20ft. w/o prime mover loaded 3,000.00 20ft. w/o prime mover empty 2,500.00 MONTENEGRO SHIPPING LINES, INC. M/V Maria Sophia Bacolod Satellite Office Bredco 2, Reclamation Area, Bacolod City Tel. Nos: (034) 7081322 Bacolod Departure Iloilo Departure 08:00 AM 04:00 AM 04:00 PM 12:00 NN Fare Rates Regular 60.00 Cargo fare: 10 wheeler 2,500.00 8 wheeler 2,200.00 6 wheeler 3,050.00 6 wheeler forward 2,800.00 6 wheeler elf 2,593.00 4 wheel 1,152.00 JOMALIA SHIPPING CORP M/V Mika Mari Bredco Port, Bacolod City Tel. No. (034) 4342542 Dumangas Office 09102812082 (Mira) Bacolod Departure Dumangas Departure Frequency 05:30 AM 08:00 AM Daily 11:30 AM 02:00 PM Daily Economy P 90.00 Cargo Fare: 4 wheel 900.00 Bus 1,7 00.00 Canter 1,500.00 up to 1,700 *free w/ driver VALLADOLID TO CABALAGNAN (GUIMARAS) Departure Vessel Frequency 9:00 AM Pump boats Daily (1 trip) Departure schedule depends on high tide/weather PULUPANDAN TO SUCLARAN (GUIMARAS) Departure Vessel Frequency 9:00 AM Pump boats Daily (1 trip) Departure schedule depends on high tide/weather CADIZ CITY TO BANTAYAN ISLAND (CEBU) Departure Vessel Frequency 10:00 AM M/V Island Daily (1 trip) 3 4 hours trip 14 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

BACOLOD TO CEBU (VIA SAN CARLOS CITY TOLEDO CITY) Departure Vessel Frequency 5:00 AM M/V Danilo Daily 1:30 PM MV Danilo Daily BACOLOD TO CEBU (VIA DANAO PORT TO TUBURAN) Departure Vessel Frequency 11:30 AM MV Melrivic Daily BY LAND (Fare rates and schedule are subject to change without prior notice) VALLACAR TRANSIT, INC. Operator of Ceres Liner Mansilingan Bacolod, City Tel. No: (034) 4460681 to 86 Fax. No: (034) 4460636 North Terminal: (034) 4334993 South Terminal: (034) 4332387 Email add: vti_main@mozcom.com Bacolod to Cebu via Tabuelan Departure Arrival Frequency 11:00 PM 7:00 AM Daily Aircon 01:15 PM 9:15 PM Daily Deluxe 06:15 AM 02:15 PM Daily Aircon 07:40 AM 03:40 PM Daily Deluxe 08:15 AM 04:15 PM Daily Aircon BACOLOD TO CEBU VIA TOLEDO Departure Arrival Frequency 07:15 AM 03:00 PM Daily Aircon 10:00 AM 06:00 PM Daily Deluxe 12:15 PM 08:15 PM Daily Aircon CEBU TO BACOLOD VIA TABUELAN Departure Arrival Frequency 04:30 AM 12:30 PM Daily Aircon 04:45 AM 12:45 PM Daily Aircon 05:20 AM 01:20 PM Daily Deluxe 09:00 PM 05:00 AM Daily Aircon CEBU TO BACOLOD VIA TOLEDO Departure Arrival Frequency 05:15 AM 01:15 PM Daily Deluxe 09:00 AM 05:00 PM Daily Aircon 10:30 AM 06:30 PM Daily Deluxe 03:00 PM 11:00 AM Daily Aircon Fare Rates Aircon Deluxe Regular 345.00 295.00 Student 280.00 237.00 Senior Citizen 280.00 237.00 Bacolod to Dumaguete via Mabinay 3:10 AM (deluxe) 3:55 AM (deluxe) 4:40 AM (deluxe) 5:25 AM (aircon) 6:10 AM (deluxe) 6:25 AM (aircon) 6:55 AM (deluxe) 7:40 AM (deluxe) 8:25 AM (deluxe) 9:00 AM (deluxe) 9:55 AM (deluxe) 10:40 AM (deluxe) 11:25 AM (deluxe) 12:10 AM (deluxe) 12:25 PM (aircon) 1:25 PM (aircon) 1:40 PM (deluxe) 2:25 PM (deluxe) 3:10 PM (deluxe) 3:55 PM (deluxe) 4:40 PM (deluxe) 5:30 PM (deluxe) 7:00 PM (deluxe Bacolod to Dumaguete via San Carlos 3:00 AM (deluxe) 6:00 AM (deluxe) 7:00 AM (deluxe) 9:00 AM (deluxe) 10:30 AM (deluxe) 12:20 AM (deluxe) 10:30 PM (deluxe) 15 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS ( Historical & Cultural ) PHOTO THE PROVINCIAL CAPITOL BUILDING, Bacolod City It was built in 1927 using the Neo Roman architectural design of American Daniel Burnham executed by Filipino Architect Juan Arellano. It served as headquarters of the Japanese Imperial Army during World War II. In July 2001, Gov. Joseph G. Marañon initiated the rehabilitation of the Capitol. It was inaugurated on June 23, 2004. It is presently the seat of the Provincial Government of Negros Occidental. ANG PAGHIMUD OS, Bacolod City Located at the east entrance of the Provincial Capitol Lagoon and Park, the sculpture dubbed Ang Paghimud os or Struggle is a magnificent work of art done by noted sculptor, Eduardo Castrillo. NEGROS MUSUEM, Bacolod City It is a unique historical and humanities museum which does not collect antiquities but stories about Negros as the Sugar Bowl of the Philippines and displays a collection of miniature dolls from different countries. It is open Tuesday to Sunday. SAN DIEGO PRO CATHEDRAL, Silay City The Church of San Diego is one of the most beautiful modern day churches in the country. It is the only Pro Cathedral outside of Metro Manila. The church has a dome that resembles St. Peter s Basilica in Rome. It was built in 1920 and designed by Italian architect Lucio Bernasconi. When lighted, the large cross atop its dome serves as a navigational guide to ships at night. Behind it still stands the ruins of the city s original church which has been transformed by local residents into a grotto. HOFILEÑA ANCESTRAL HOUSE, Silay City The first house in the city to be opened to visitors. It is the repository of the private art collection of Ramon H. Hofileña. The exhibit includes the work of top artists in the country, authentic period furniture, books and paintings. Hofileña conducts annual cultural tour of Negros Occidental (ACTNO). He holds the record for conducting the longest running cultural tour in the world. 16 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

THE SAN SEBASTIAN CATHEDRAL, Bacolod City It is located in downtown Bacolod. It was originally a small chapel which became a cathedral in 1933. The structure, made of coral stones from Guimaras Island was completed in 1882 thru the initiative of Fr. Mauricio Ferrero. Beside the cathedral is the Palacio Episcopal or Bishop s Palace constructed in 1830 by Fr. Julian Gonzaga. BACOLOD PLAZA BANSTAND, Bacolod City Constructed in 1927, it was built to complement the cultural activities of the early Bacoleños on weekends. Name of world famous composers like Mozart, Bach, Beethoven and Wagner are emblazoned at the top, a proof of the early Negrenses familiarity with European culture. FORT SAN JUAN, Bacolod City The fort was constructed in 1888 thru the initiative of Gobernadorcillo Don Ramon Pastor and served as the jail for prisoners during the Spanish era. After the Negros Revolution in 1898, 36 Spanish friars were ordered incarcerated. To date, the fort serves as the Provincial Jail along Gatuslao Street. MURAL OF BIRHEN SG BARANGAY, Sta. Clara Chapel, Bacolod City Features a large mural mosaic of Barangay Sang Birhen, a local version of the Virgin Mary made of 95,000 pieces of polished shells. Stations of the cross, the images of the saints and altar pieces are a collage of 30,000 Philippine shells. FOUNTAIN OF JUSTICE, Bacolod City Fronting the Bacolod City Hall, the Fountain of Justice was the site of the formal signing of the surrender of the Spanish forces led by Col. Isidro Castro to the local forces of Gen. Aniceto Lacson on November 7, 1898. SAN NICOLAS DE TOLENTINO OF TALISAY, Talisay City Seven kilometers from Bacolod City constructed in the early part of 1900 s where the remains of Fr. Fernando Cuenca and Gen. Aniceto Lacson are being kept. 17 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

VITO CHURCH was established during the religious administration of Recollect Friars in the mid 1850 s. Devotees flock to the Shrine of San Vicente de Ferrer in Brgy. Vito every Friday as part of their religious promise. CHURCH OF ST. MAGDALENE, Hinigaran The church using Romanesque architecture is one of the old churches in the country. The walls, about two meters thick are made of limestone blocks transported from Guimaras province. The church is said to have a bell made of silver and gold weighing 480 kilograms. STA. ANA GROTTO, San Carlos City Built by Atty. Silverio Eusebio in late 1960 s, it features the life sized religious statues depicting the 14 Stations of the Cross and the miraculous statue of Our Lady of Lourdes. OUR LADY OF PEACE AND GOOD VOYAGE, La Carlota City Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage is a century old church located at the heart of the city. It has the distinction of being one of the very few churches of Romanesque architectural design in the region. Red Silay bricks and coral stones from Guimaras Island were used lavishly during the construction in 1876 after King Carlos of Spain issued a Royal Decree creating La Carlota into a parish. OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, Valladolid It was founded in 1851 by the Recollect Missionaries and reputed to be the biggest in the province. The size of the church and convent is a living proof that Valladolid stood among the island s most progressive pueblos during the Spanish era. CHURCH OF ST. JOSEPH THE WORKER, Victorias City Located at the heart of Victorias Milling Company compound, it is noted for its mural of a craggy faced Christ in psychedelic colors and the only church in Negros that depicts Filipino liturgical arts. It was built by the Ossorio family at the end of World War II for their workers and their dependents. 18 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

CHAPEL OF CARTWHEELS, Manapla The Chapel of Cartwheels is made of farm implements such as cartwheels, plows, mortar and pestle, margaha sand and broken pieces of glass of different colors. It was patterned like a salakot and it can be found inside the farm owned by the Gaston family. BERNARDINO YSABEL JALANDONI MUSEUM, Silay City The Bernardino Jalandoni House (Museum) was built in 1908. It is a perfect example of the affluent Filipino house of the late 19 th to early 20 th century. All items on display are authentic period pieces. It is located at Rizal Street with Tel. No. 4955093. It is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. RODRIGUEZ ANCESTRAL HOUSE, La Carlota City This imposing tower like architecture was constructed early 1900s. It was occupied by the Japanese Imperial Army in 1941. It was probably designed to withstand the storm because of its very strong structure. Standing in the midst of a sprawling plantation, the place can be seen from the highway secured with wrought iron gates and shaded with big trees. Crystal glasses adorn the window enclosed by grills while spiral posts support the corners of doors. BALAY NI TAN JUAN, Bago City It was built towards the end of the 19 th century, the Balay na Bato is the residence of General Juan A. Araneta in the Poblacion of Bago. As a structure that stood witness to the struggles of the people during the dark years of Hispanic Colonization and the events that took place prior to that historic Negros Revolution of 1898, the Balay na Bato was declared by the National Historical Commission in 1978 as a National Historical Landmark and was allocated appropriate funding for its restoration. Today the Balay na Bato is being utilized as a museum and a home for the antiquated materials, tools, equipment and artifacts that were used, created or crafted during the lifetime of Tan Juan. It also houses other works of art of the ancient times depictive of that mournful era of colonization. 19 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

OLD BAGO BRIDGE, Bago City It is a steel span of 650 feet long and 40 feet above the water, traversing the wide river of Bago between the Poblacion and the Bago Ma ao crossing. During World War II, Bago Bridge was a very strategic structure linking Pulupandan (where the American forces landed on March 1945) and Bacolod, which was 21.5 kilometers away. When the Americans landed marching to Bacolod, the Japanese planned to blow up the bridge to delay their arrival in Bacolod. However, Theodore Vinther, an American soldier secured the bridge before the Japanese could blow it up. In recognition of his heroic act, a historical marker was installed in commemoration of the Philippine liberation from the Americans. ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH, Bago City It is one of the century old churches in Negros Occidental using a Mexican architecture. Built in 1891 at the time of Father Juan Pineda, it is located in front of Bago City Public Plaza. EUSEBIO LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BUILDING served as the incarceration area of captured American pilots and soldiers during the World War II. It was also the headquarters of the Fourth Flight Division WW II MEMORIAL WALL is a monument who figured prominently in the liberation of Negros from the Japanese Imperial Forces. This Memorial Wall that serves as a sidewall to the Cadiz City Public Plaza, it is a tribute to war veterans who fought against the invaders during the World War II. An enormous list of heroes is emblazoned/ embossed onto the ten feet wall. BALAY NI TANA DICANG, Talisay City The Balay ni Tana Dicang echoes the lifestyle of a century ago and preserves the charm & gentility that is a Talisaynon heritage. It was built by Efigenio and Enrica Alunan Lizares in 1880, the Lizares family occupied it for 117 years. It was vacated in 1997. The structure was designed to withstand earthquake. The first floor is made of stone, windows made of Capiz shells and designed to suit tropical setting. It has 14 rooms for 14 children. 20 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

THE RUINS OF DON MARIANO LACSON ANCESTRAL HOUSE, Talisay City The Ruins of Don Mariano Lacson Ancestral House in Talisay City now owned by Raymund Javellana was built in the early 1900 s using Neo Roman architectural design. Situated amid sugarcane plantation, the structure survived the blazing fire when it was burned by local guerillas to prevent the Japanese soldiers from occupying the place. Oversized steel bars and solid concrete mixture of cement, sand and gravel were used during its construction. What remains of the structure never fails to surprise foreign and domestic tourists coming to the area. ANCESTRAL HOUSE OF GEN. ANICETO LACSON, Talisay City The House of Gen. Aniceto Lacson was constructed in the early 1880 using Filipino Chinese design with colonial Spanish influence. National heroes like Emilio Aguinaldo, Andres Bonifacio, Jacinto Luna, leaders like Manuel Quezon, Sergio Osmena, Claro M. Recto visited this place. Gen. Lacson became the first and only president of the Cantonal Republic of Negros in 1889 and this house became the Malacañan Palace of the short lived republic. SPANISH KOTA (Fortress), Himamaylan City It is one of the two Spanish forts in the province, it is a reminder of Himamaylan as the former seat of governance during the Spanish Rule (1795 1849) in Negros Island. It is near the Pascual Ledesma Monument and the fishing wharf. A 1930 BUILT OLD MUNICIPAL BUILDING, now turned into a City Museum, houses two galleries, Archaeological and Ethnographic, containing collections from the 21 barangays. It has a mini library with around 900 book holdings. DIZON RAMOS MUSEUM, Bacolod City is housed in the ancestral home of Raymundo L. Dizon and Hermelinda V. Ramos. It was built in 1950 and reflects the architecture of post war Bacolod, a blend of neoclassic and modern. This home was converted in 2007. the first floor contains the main exhibit hall which features collection of pictorials reproduction which tries to capture the parallel history of Bacolod City and the Dizon Ramos Family. Artworks by famous artists notably Ocampo, Lorenzo, Malang among others are on display. 21 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI CHURCH RUINS was built as part of the mission of the Augustinian Recollects in the late 19 th century in the pueblo of Escalante (now Old Poblacion) when the parish separated from Silay in 1860. This is classified as historical structure by virtue of NHI Resolution No. 3, series of October 22, 1991. ANCESTRAL HOUSE OF THE GASTON FAMILY stands in the middle of the farm. It is of early American colonial architecture and it is the ancestral home of the descendants of the first Frenchman to settle in Negros Yves Leopold Germaine Gaston. ST. MICHAEL ARCHANGEL CHURCH in Pontevedra is patterned after the Spanish mission churches in Spain. It has a capacity to accommodate 1,500 worshippers. It has a round stained glass window with paintings of the image of St. Michael the Archangel. The altar is a smaller replica of the altar in GREEN BEACH LIBERATION STONE MARKER, Pulupandan Early dawn of March 29,1945, the historic landing of American Liberation Forces took place in this town without any opposition nor bloodshed. Together with Filipino guerillas, they drove the enemy forces away from the Negros Island. This marker in Barangay Zone 1 showcases the significance of the area s history and people s valor. BARANGAY STA. ROSA is the site of Japanese soldiers surrender to the American forces at the end of the World War II. The monument stands marking this historic surrender. PATAG VALLEY, Silay City A small village located at the foot of historic Mt. Silay, Patag was the last stronghold of the Japanese Imperial Forces towards the end of the Second World War. When the Americans landed in the town of Pulupandan in 1945 to liberate Negros, some, 6,000 Japanese soldiers and officials fled and took refuge in this mountain for about five months before surrendering to the Allied Forces. 22 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

GUINTABUAN MARKER, E.B. Magalona Built in memory of the heroes of Guintabuan, an event about the struggle of the local revolutionaries who opposed American rule after the fall of Spain. It was in Sitio Guintabuan where expeditionary fighters from Iloilo met with the local forces to engage the American soldiers. SAN ANTONIO ABAD CHURCH, Bacolod City This crown shaped church features stations of the cross done by Bacolod s top artists. It also features an altar sculpture The Risen Christ done by national artist, Solomon Saprid. CITY IMMACULATA CONCEPCION, Escalante City Originally intended as a Lady of Lourdes shrine in 1967, a half hectare in a peaceful barangay near the Poblacion has become a Holy City. Lending solemnity to the open air place of worship are life size statues of different saints, chapel on top of the hill, and a large cross a the topmost level. Native cottages line the edge of City Immaculata to provide overnight accommodation for retreats and similar religious activities. YULO S PARK, Bacolod City The Park is the site of the ancestral home of the prominent Yulo family. The Yulos belong to a clan of politicians who helped shape the status of Negros Occidental a premier province of the south. The Park used to be the center for social and recreational affairs in Bacolod at the turn of the century. Cinco de Noviembre Marker is located on the site formerly occupied by the drug store of Leandro Locsin. The place served as the secret meeting place of the leaders of the 1898 revolution. A bloodless revolution against Spanish authority in Silay took place on November 5, 1898. 23 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

INLAND RESORTS Mambukal Resort 31 kilometers east of Bacolod is surrounded by therapeutic sulfur springs, leisure trails leading to the three waterfalls, mountain streams, lush valleys and hiking trails leading up to Mt. Kanlaon. A perfect place for eco tourists, the resort has accommodation facilities, swimming and therapeutic warm dipping pools, picnic huts, bat watching, boating facilities, wall climbing, slide for life, canopy walk, and camping grounds, overnight cottages and a food court. Contact No. (034) 7090990/ 4338516 The Quiet Place Farm Resort is located in a sprawling 25 hectare farm. It has a swimming pool and a pavilion in the middle of lush vegetation. Share special moments hiking on paved pathways through the forest. Find a corner to read a book. Meditate among the exotic blooms in a garden called the Whisper Corner or at the Silent Woods. Gather duck eggs and pick mushrooms at the crack of dawn. Go for a game of billiards or table tennis, boating on the lake or biking through the paved path walks or experience the best massage in their Ayo Spa and Wellness Center. Contact No. (034) 7310100 Nature s Village Resort, Talisay City Located along the Talisay National Highway is a rustic country style resort complete with restaurants, swimming pool, tennis court, driving range, children s park with bike tracks, horse back riding, playground, function rooms and hotel facilities for business and convention. It is an ideal home away from home setting with resort amenities. Contact No. (034) 4953368/4950808 Website: www.naturesvillageresort.net BEACH RESORTS Punta Ballo Beach in Sipalay City can be found on the other side of the Sugar Beach. This place boasts of first class diving resorts like Artistic Diving and Beach Resort and Easy Diving Resort. Nataasan Beach Front is also found in this side. This area is blessed with white sand and cool blue waters. Artistic Diving Beach Resort / 09194095594 Easy Diving Beach Resort/4340460 Nataasan Beach Front/09193657863 Sugar Beach, Sipalay City formerly called Langub Beach is a long stretch of sugary light brown sand with pristine blue waters. There are high quality standard resorts in this fine stretch of sand. They are the Taka Tuka Beach and Diving Resort, Bermuda Beach Resort, Driftwood Village Resort, Sulu Sunset Resort and Langub Beach Resort. Sugar Beach is a 20 minute boat ride from the town proper. Taka Tuka Beach Resort/09202309172 Bermuda Beach Resort/09194856141 Driftwood Village Resort/09202529474 Sulu Sunset Resort/09197167182 Langub Beach Resort/4321409/09185738952 Campomanes Bay, Sipalay City is a favorite dive site for safari divers with its beautiful coral gardens and sunken warships. It has an enticing pristine waters and white sand beach. Contact No. 4340460/09189301882 24 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Buenos Aires Mountain Resort, Bago Ctiy Buenos Aires Mountain Resort in Brgy. Ilijan is located 29 kilometers east of Bago City. The resort was once a hide out during the 2 nd World War. It is owned and operated by the City Government of Bago. Ideal for family vacation, the resort has three swimming pools, training center, pavilion, cottages and a hostel. Contact Nos. 4610164/4610199 Email to bago@lasaltech.com Kipot Summer Resort is home to the enchanting Kipot Twin Falls, a stream separated by a sharp overhang that splits the water into two seemingly identical cascades. It is great for family picnic and nature tripping activities. Contact No. 4610540/7328036 Balicaocao Highland Resort, Kabankalan City Gently nestled on the hill more 500 feet above sea level, Balicaocao offers perfect ambiance for leisure while taking a breathtaking view and panorama of the coastal towns of south ern Negros, the blue waters of Panay Gulf and the Island of Guimaras. It has two pavilions, four cottages, shed houses, swimming pool and cooking area perfect for family picnics. Contact No. (034)4712291 Bacolod Pavillon Resort Restaurant, Bacolod City Located at the Reclamation Area, it features several accommodation facility units, a bowling center, a convention hall, as well as a standard swimming pool. Contact No. 4346391 Lakawon Island Resort, Cadiz City is a white sand island paradise amid clear blue waters. The resort has a magnificent view of the sunset. It is a peaceful haven that offers diving, surfing and jet skiing. Contact No. 4330808 Bonista Beach Resort, Escalante City in Brgy. Buenavista is 15 kilometers away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This is an ideal place to unwind with its clean white sand beach and unique swimming pool. It has a restaurant and karaoke bar. Contact No. 09186713710/09186731798 Jomabo Paradise Island and Beach Resort in Bag ong Banwa Island, 6 miles away from the city. This white sand island resort offers challenging water sports like wind surfing, scuba diving, water bicycle, torpaulin jump, banana boat ride and leisure fishing. Contact No. 4343972/7071904/4343971 Jara Beach Garden and Training Resort in Brgy. Calumangan is 16 kilometers south of Bacolod. The resort takes pride in its complete accommodation and recreation facilities. It is ideal for seminars and conventions of about 500 persons Contact No. 7324505/7097661 25 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Sta. Fe Resort, Bacolod City The resort is a 20 minute drive from downtown Bacolod. It is equipped with a mini zoo, standard, kiddie and Olympic sized swimming pools, overnight accommodation cottages, a convention hall, bowling center, tennis court and a restaurant. Contact No. 4321473 or 4341456 Gawahon Eco tourism Development Project is another tourist attraction of Victorias City. It has seven natural waterfalls that nature lovers and trekkers would love to explore. Various facilities and other infrastructure projects are being implemented through the Gawahon Eco tourism Development Project. Existing facilities include a staff house, cottages and open shed house/picnic cabanas, open shed houses, boating lagoon and swimming pool. Contact No. (034) 3993141, 3993459 Guintubdan Visitor s Pavilion amd Garden has eight picturesque waterfalls considered as an unquestionable haven for nature tourism. Contact No. 7350185 Mag Aso Resort, Kabankalan City Mag aso Falls is a 20 minute drive from the city proper. With large mountain as backdrop, Mag aso Falls releases a smoke like showe of mist as it cascade down the natural pool with its turquoise green water. Mag Aso Cave is situated within the Balicaocao watershed, it invites spelunkers for real adventure and rewarding challenge in cave exploration. The cave spans 436.54 meters long and 149.29 meters deep, it is identified as one of the deepest caves in the country. Contact No. 4712291/4912185 Punta Bulata White Beach Resort and Spa, Cauayan. Enjoy life through nature and wellness in comfort. Wake up to the call of Kingfishers and Orioles. Take in the fresh sea air on your early morning walk on the sandy white beach. Swim in the clear blue waters of the Sulu Sea. Contact no. 4335160 Whispering Palm Island Resort in Sipaway is a white sand beach resort and a 15 minute boat ride from the city proper. It has air conditioned cottages, cocktail bar, multi purpose hall, restaurant, gym, seafood grill house, mini zoo, swimming pool, tropical garden and children s playground. Contact Nos. 09162019402/09177895642 Sipaway Island is geographically known as Refugio Island. A favorite rendezvous of local and foreign guests. It has beautiful century old Balete tree, white sand beach resorts and natural reefs for snorkeling and scuba diving. Happy Valley Beach Resort nestled amid the coconut plantation in Hinobaan, boasts of modern cottages with modern bathroom facilities. All amenities from furniture to bed covers are all imported. All cottages are fully air conditioned. Contact No. (033) 3292671/3293288 26 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Pandanon Silos Mountain and River Resort a 45 minute drive from Bacolod City located at Brgy. Pandanon Silos, Murcia. This river resort has function halls, day cottages and accommodation facilities with swimming pool, plus packages offered for the adventurous to explore the river. Contact No. 4550550/4335527 Rafael Salas Park and Nature Center in Bago City is a special interest park that serves as a gateway to the Mt. Kanlaon Natural Park. It appeals to mountain climbers and adventure seekers because of the long and challenging trek to the peak of Mt. Kanlaon. Contact No. 09272767937 Kaitulari Ecotourism Zone, Moises Padilla Kaitulari Ecotourism Zone is the place for adventure and relaxation. It is where mother nature is at its best. Contact No. 4317135/09208185671 Zayco Land Resort is an inland resort and hotel situated in the City of Kabankalan. It features 16 spacious and fully air conditioned rooms of American standard including telephone and cable television. Also featured are function rooms that accommodate up to 500 guests for weddings, reunions, birthdays, meetings, and conventions. Amenities include a swimming pool, beach volleyball court, and a bistro that serves various cuisines at very reasonable prices. Contact Nos. 4712880 / Cell No. 09228712640 /Email:frydrice2000@yahoo.com Sun Valley Resort, Talisay City (formerly Bamboo Spring Garden and Leisure Farm) Contact No. 09194051132, 09166429413 Canonoy Beach Resort in Hinigaran is an ideal place for picnics. It has a swimming pool and overnight accommodation for family vacation. Contact No. Tel.No: (034) 3917841 Mobile No.: 09197718875 Laura s Seafront Beach Resort, Cadiz City. This seafront beach resort prides itself with its magnificent Olympic size swimming pool. It s ideal for night swimming and family outing. Its stylish and neat beach houses and cottages add charm to its already stunning view. Contact No. 4930091/4930565 White Sand Beach Resort, San Carlos City Owned by the Layumas family, this resort has 7 kiosks, 3 small cottages and 1 big cottage. Paradiso Beach Resort in Hinigaran is 45 minute away from Bacolod City. It has a wide range of modern facilities to cater to all your needs. It has swimming pool, air conditioned cottages and restaurant. Contact No. 3917162/4345575 Seaside Beach Resort, Manapla is 4.5 kilometers from the town proper. The resort offers complete amenities like multipurpose hall, karaoke bar, swimming pools, air conditioned rooms. Contact No. 09173817067/09196036761 27 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Humberto s Farm Resort, Bago City t is an ideal place to unwind to enjoy the sun and the river. It has the facilities perfect for small gatherings and intimate family affairs. Contact No. (034) 433 9769 / (034) 709 2332 La Fortuna Nature and Wildlife Lagoon is a ten hectare paradise with manmade lagoon. It beckons nature enthusiast to explore this peaceful haven. PALMAS DEL MAR CONFERENCE RESORT Singcang, Bacolod City Contact No. 4353527/4347971 Balulan Beach Resort, Manapla offers accommodations for tourists and visitors. It is about three kilometers away from the Poblacion. Cottages are available for overnight stay. Contact No. (034) 4910125/4910165 Palau Beach Resort in Calatrava offers overnight accommodations. It has a restaurant and it is accessible anytime of the day. Contact No. (034) 7278888 Ceferina Beach Resort in Brgy Tortosa, Manapla is approximately 10 kilometers away from the town proper. It has a swimming pool and the sand is ideal for beach volleyball. Contact No. (034) 3992818 Cornel Swimming Pool in Brgy. Cabahug os 13 kilometers from the city proper, it can be reach within 15 minutes. It offers swimming lessons and is venue of swimming competitions. The pool is open to public on Wednesday through Sunday. 13 kilometers away from the City proper, it also offers swimming and horseback riding lessons, and accepts wedding occasion, seminars and other parties. Travel time runs about 15 minutes from the City. Entrance fee is P30.00/ person Contact No. 4930269 Caduhada Spring Resort, La Castellana. Splash into the clear blue spring water swimming pool of Caduhada Spring Resort. The waters emanating from the rocks can be a good healing therapy. A natural spring that supplies water to nearly sitios and lush vegetation for trekkers is a good venue for adventure. The resort is only a 5 minute drive from the barangay site.contact No. 4850209 BATANG PENINSULA RESORT& RESTAURANT Brgy. Talaban, Himamaylan City, Neg. Occ. Tel. No. 3883 748 Booking Office Bacolod Tel. No: (034) 4440090 Cel. No: 09209520960 Seafront Resort and Beach Garden is a 2.9 hectare beach resort with open cottages for day excursionists and aircon rooms for overnight stay. It has two swimming pools and a restaurant. Fishing is one of the attractions. Contact No. 731 3015 28 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Baji Baji Spring Resort, La Castellana The resort features a big swimming pool and two kiddie pools of fresh spring waters and a nearly waterfall for the more adventurous activity. The resort is suited for overnight camping activities. Tikoy tikoy Spring Resort. Twin pools and lush greeneries can be seen in the area. Species of Hibiscus, euphorbia, monkeys, bat haven and birds are among the attractions of the resort. The power supply is sourced from the micro hydro electric power based in the resort. An eco trail featuring endemic tree species is also the attraction of the place. Balay Kauswagan or House of Progress in Sagay City is fast becoming the convention center in Northern Negros. An ideal venue for seminars, skills training, art exhibits, trade fairs, wedding receptions and even a place to stay when you re into our island tour package Contact No. 7225994 Las Olas Beach Resort at Barangay Tabao Baybay offers a 24 hour restaurant which specializes in fresh seafood menu. Beach swimming is best in the area with other amenities such as open and elevated cottages, function hall, videoke bar, game fishing area, and overnight accommodations. Soleo Beach Resort at Barangay Poblacion caters to seminars and conferences in their function halls. Serves variety of food in their restaurant, has swimming pool and beach swimming is also best in the area. Gregory Beach Resort in Barangay Tibsoc caters to wedding and party receptions and oernight accommod ations. Bird watching in the beachfront is a special attraction. Sunburst Bay Resort, Silay City Contact No. 4956611 Brazaville Resort, Hinobaan offers cottages for overnight accommodations. It has a mini conference hall for small gatherings. Contact No. 4339890 29 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

NATURAL ATTRACTIONS Busac Busac Spring in Brgy. Tinampa an (Cadiz City) is the main source of potable water in the city. Sprouting out of the toe of a hill and adorned by surrounding boulders that transform it into an epitome of natural beauty and environmental attraction, Busac Busac spring s water is as clear as crystal and anybody can feel its freshness that continuously flows out from its sharp, narrow mouth. Alinsayawan Falls (San Carlos City) is approximately 45 minutes away from the city proper ideal for nature lovers and local tourists. Codcod Rice Terraces, Brgy. Codcod (San Carlos City) is 28 kilometers from the city proper; one of the two main sources of rice and vegetables. Choco Hills, Brgy. Prosperidad (San Carlos City) is visible from the Negros Translink Ecotourism Highway. Kipot Twin Falls, Brgy. Mailum (Bago City) is a big stream separated by a sharp overhang that splits the water into two seemingly identical cascades. Bagacay Falls and Asaw Asaw Falls, Brgy. Mailum (Bago City) are located at a place accessible only by foot; it is an ideal retreat for nature lovers. Ubong Cave (Hinobaan) is where the late Major Jesus Villamor, hero of World War II landed bringing firearms for the Philippine guerillas aboard the US Navy Submarine Gidgeon in 1942, establishing the first radio contact with General Douglas Mc Arthur based in Australia at that time. Kevin s Reef is found at the off shore area of the seaside town of Toboso in the eastern side of Negros Island. It has an area of about 80 hectares submerged to about two fathoms deep and can be reached in 10 minutes by motorized boat. Mainit Hot Spring (Toboso) The hot spring is found in Brgy. San Isidro, about 12 kilometers from the town proper. Kampanoy Cave (Toboso) is found at Brgy. Luna, some five kilometers from the town proper. Its spacious interior resembles a large dome cathedral. Dalisun Falls (Toboso) This magnificent waterfall found at Sitio Vergara in Brgy. Bug ang, cascades from a height of 250 feet. Treasures believed to be that of the Japanese were reportedly found at the top of the falls. Tamlang Cave, Brgy. Tamlang (Escalante City)used to be the hideout and headquarters of guerilla forces from the north during the World War. Carbin Reef (Sagay City) is a marine sanctuary with its huge, tongue shaped, creamy white sandbar and its clear water offers the freshest option for swimming, scuba diving, snorkeling, picnic, boating or just frolicking in the sand. 30 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Panal Reef (Sagay City) is another marine sanctuary which offers the best snorkeling area for tourists to enjoy the colorful corals and marine life. Macahulom Reef (Sagay City) is a beautiful sight with its migratory birds flocking to its shore during certain months. Its crystalline waters and pure sea breeze make boat cruise in the area a soulful experience. Molocaboc Island (Sagay City) home to fisherfolk where big jars, mangrove reforestation and a miracle hole amatong fishing are found. Sit an Cave (Candoni) is a natural marvel that extends about one hundred fifty meters from its entrance to its hindmost part which resembles a church like cavern with cool natural pool with overflowing water ranging from knee high to waistline depth that forms an underground stream running along the columns of stalactites that hung like a pendant from its roof. Bagacay Cave (Calatrava) is about 8 kilometers from the town proper. Mat weaving inside this cave has been a source of living of the residents. Monkey Sanctuary in Sitio Palinpinon, Brgy Pagumayon (Calatrava) is home of hundreds of wild monkeys. These monkeys are peoplefriendly but very territorial in nature. They thrived on the food brought by visitors and tourists. Mt.Kanlaon Volcano (La Castellana) is a volcanic mountain towering to a height of 2,465 meters. It is the highest peak in Central Visayas. The active volcano dominates the 25,000 hectare Mt. Kanlaon National Park. SPECIAL INTEREST Steam Engine (Iron Dinosaurs) Negros Occidental is known among locomotive enthusiasts as the Steam Paradise of the Philippines. Seven of the 14 sugar centrals maintain these machines in good working condition. Sericulture or silkworm culture in Bago City is an emerging industry that holds great potential for both domestic and international market in producing thousands of metric tons of silk yarn. It is being produced at the OISCA Bago Training Center located in a sprawling 26 hectare farmland in Brgy. Tabunan. Northern Negros Geothermal Project A geothermal energy exploration undertaken by PNOC EDC at Barangay Mailum, Bago City is expected to be in commission on July 2004. It is expected to light more than 800,000 rural homes, and provide a social contribution of at least a savings in the 31 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

amount of $15 million/year of operation and will avoid a carbon dioxide emission totaling 700,000 tons annually. Aside from the concomitant investments potentials it brings for the City, it has also become a host to educational trips and other tours owing to its scientific utilization of natural gas and as an immersion to their environmental protection and conservation efforts. Hanao Hanao Community Development, Bago City Community members were trained on patadyong weaving using the handloom and pottery making as an alternative source of income during the milling season. Viewing Deck or Lantawan in Don Salvador Benedicto is overlooking the Malatan og waterfalls, a cigarette falls that charmed visitors to keep coming back. FESTIVALS Masskara Festival, Bacolod City (October 19) Experience Masskara Festival every month of October, a festive celebration where revelers dance in the streets wearing colorful smiling masks and vibrant costumes. Babaylan Festival, Bago City (February 19) Of all figures in the history of Negros Island, the Babaylan is the most colorful and enduring. The Babaylan is a doctor, herbalist, artist, medium, adviser, agriculturist and more, all rolled in one very interesting character. He is the keeper of rituals and spirit agents in normal world. He inspires awe and fear. The Babaylan Festival was conceived to highlight a unique brand of Filipino heritage, one that dates back to the pre Spanish period. The festival aims to rediscover the region s indigenous music, literature, dances, rituals and other artistic endeavors. Dinagsa Festival, Cadiz City (Every January) is the highlight of a weeklong celebration in honor of its Patron saint, the Señor Sto. Niño. Held every last week of January, this spectacular revelry features Ati tribes garbed in their c olorful costumes dancing to the fast and defeaning beat of drums while carrying the image of the holy child Jesus. 32 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Manlambus Festival, Escalante City (Last Sunday of May) manifests the joys and sense of thanksgiving for all the blessings of abundance it has received through the years. The festival dance appeals to all ages, as movements are simple, easy and expressive. It is a wholesome form of entertainment. The compelling rhythm of the drumbeats, the expressive movement and vigorous actions of the dancers make it attractive to spectators. Himaya an Festival, Himamaylan City (April 25). The occasion gathers the community in one grand celebration. Featuring tribal dance parade, aqua agro fair and all night street dance party. Sinulog Festival,Kabankalan City ( every January) is a version of the world famous Ati Atihan indulged in by our ancestors, is c elebrated on the third week of Janauary. The search for Sinulog Queen highlights the festivities. Pasalamat Festival, La Carlota City ( held every Sunday nearest the first of May) is a thanksgiving celebration held on Sunday nearest to the month of May. Pasalamat brings together the La Carloteños in unity and thanksgiving to God Almighty for providing the people with gift of life and perseverance despite life s difficulties. The festival attracts local and international tourists as merrymakers don colorful costumes fashioned out of indigenous materials dancing to the unique and original Pasalamat Samba Beat played by local drumbeaters using percussion instrument. 33 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Lubay Lubay Festival, Cauayan (January 25) portrays and preserve the early culture of Cauayanons in facing adversities, hardships and difficulties as well as abundance, plenty, prosperity and sufficiency, and to foster the spirit of unity, cooperation, camaraderie and thanksgiving especially for the blessings endowed by the Almighty. It is a thanksgiving for the bountiful harvest as dancers move to the beat of bamboo poles and sticks. Kali kalihan Harvest Festival, Don Salvador Benedicto held every second week of February has adopted the art of kali also known as arnis or escrima as their cultural heritage. The festivities illustrate the various cultural and traditional activities of the people from the Kali dance parade, Kali cultural presentations and Search for the Diwata sang Kali presented by creatively designed costumes made out of indigenous materials abundant in the area. Balbagan Festival, Binalbagan (May 15) is a street dancing competition highlighting the fiesta celebration. Garbed in colorful costumes, dancers move to the unique beat of bamboo instruments. Pabalhas sa Tablas,Candoni (February 11). The concept of Pabalhas sa Tablas originated from the actual history of Candoni, when a group of settlers decided to look for a land they can call their own. Hudyaw Festival, Calatrava (June 29). This term is coined from three dynamically spirited expression of man s grateful and happy disposition: hudyaha, doyeg, sayao (merrymaking, praising and dancing). It is festive in nature, in as much as Hudyaw is made as cultural medium to climax in thanksgiving. 34 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Ugyonan Festival, E.B. Magalona is celebrated every first of May. Ugyonan which means cooperation was conceptualized to celebrate the Labor Day which is also the feast of Saint Joseph the Worker, the town s patron saint. Pagbanaag Festival, Hinobaan was created in year 1999. Hinoba an got its festival name Pagbanaag, because people enjoy non stop disco dancing and merry making from dusk till dawn. Kisi Kisi Festival, Ilog (March 23 25) being the first capital of Negros Island and Siquijor, was named as such because it is surrounded by the longest river in the whole island of Negros the ILOG river. These river stretched up the sea where aquatic resources such as fish, crabs, oysters and shrimps are abundant. Kisi Kisi refers to the fast movement of fish, crabs, oysters and shrimps which are abundant in the sea of Ilog. Tigkalalag Festival, Isabela is celebrated every 2 nd day of November. It is the most peculiar festival of Negros Occidental.This is the Isabeleños way of giving respect to the souls of our departed loved ones in a form of merry making and a way of giving recognition to the super naturals spirits in the third dimensional world which our Filipino forefathers believed in. Tigkalalag Festival does not depict pagan rituals but merry making activity, unlike in the mid 40 s that children were threatened by their forefathers to be at home during the Angelus because they might be made as daga or offering to the sugar mills to appease the spirits living in the mariit site. In the advent of modern technology and science, this festival is considered to be the past culture and is only reminisced to give recognition to the human and superhuman forces. 35 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Bailes de Luces, La Castellana is a street dancing competition held every 5 th of January to celebrate the charter anniversary of the town. The participants are clad in colorful costumes using light emitting materials as props and moving to the fast Latin beat. This is followed by fireworks display and night long merrymaking and dancing. Pinta Puto Festival, Manapla is known all over the Philippines for its palatable delicacy Puto. Celebrated every 15 th and 16 th of August in honor of the of San Roque Dancers paint their bodies with white and green colors as they dance their way in the streets of the town. Magayon Festival, Moises Padilla (every last Tuesday of March) An annual festival celebrated during the town fiesta. It features various activities like horsefighting, carabao beauty contest, trisikad race, popdance showdown, beauty pageant and many more. Highlighting the event is the streetdancing contest featuring dancers resembling livestock animals. Tinabuay Festival, Murcia (December 8) is the town s annual celebration of good harvest and thanksgiving. It is also a celebration in honor of the birthday of the Immaculate Conception, the patron saint of this town Salapan Festival, Pulupandan ( February 15) coined from the words salap and pandan. Salap is a native word for fishnet and is linked to the traditional guinamos industry. While the word pan comes from the word pandan which is the basis of the town Pulo sg Pandan or isles of pandan. Likewise, another pan refers to the port or pantalan which is the major factor in the economic growth of the town. The festival showcases: Regatta, Fishing Tournament, Boxing Tournament, Football Tournament (12 under), Live bands, Agro Trade Fair, Bike Race, Laro ng Lahi, Street 36 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Dancing Competition and Search for Salapan Festival Queen. Bulang Bulang Festival is celebrated every February 2 9. The festival gives recognition to the game fowl industry which is one of the major sources of livelihood of the town Bulang Bulang is a character dance presentation which depicts the life and character of the fighting cock. Sag ahan Festival in its search for cultural and tourism identity, named its festival SAG AHAN FESTIVAL to manifest the joy and sense of thanksgiving and gratefulness for all the blessings and abundance it has received through the years. Sag ahan is derived from the original name of the settlement near the Sag ahan River many years ago In the local dialect sag ahan means to take or catch fish with the hands, This method of fishing was popularly used due to the abundance of fish in the area. Pasundayag Festival. Valladolid ( February 28) is a thanksgiving and celebration of good harvest. It is a farmers festival in honor of the town s patroness, Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe featuring street dancing competition, arena festival dance showdown and merry making. Sinigayan Festival, Sagay City held every 3 rd week of March is an annual celebration and thanksgiving in honor of their patron St. Joseph. Sinigay sa Sagay is an expression of art and culture of the hardworking and God fearing Sagaynons displayed and exhibited during the Annual Sinigayan Festival as eloquent assertion of thanksgiving on the past year. It is a native dance evolved from the religious rituals of our forefathers passed down from generation to generation enriched by the intermingling of diverse Filipino customs and traditions, now to become part of the beautiful Sagaynon culture. 37 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Pintaflores Festival, San Carlos City has become a by word of the people s artistic creativity. Pintaflores dancers won top awards in Bacolod City as Hall of Fame awardee in street dancing during the Panaad sa Negros Festival. It is also a consistent winner in Sinulog street dancing. Pintaflores is a yearly cultural festival that culminates on November 5 in a fascinating street dancing competition among floral painted dancer in colorful and floral inspired Pasaway Festival (March 31). Sipalay City has been the copper belt of southern Philippines for more than five decades. The first industrial mining of copper transformed Sipalay into a booming town and eventually into a city. Pasaway Festival is a copper worship celebrated every March 31. Participants depict the tribes in ethnic costumes with copper ornaments dancing to the beat of Pasaway music. Minuluan Festival is an annual culture and arts festival celebrating the unique identity of the Talisaynons. Held every September 4 10 it inspires the present generation with cherish traditions and rich culture of the past and the bravery of its ancestors especially Captain Sabi who single handedly drove away Moro intruders. The festival likewise celebrates the feast of its patron saint, San Nicolas de Tolentino which falls on September 10. Mudpack Festival, Mambukal, Murcia ( 3 rd week of June). A symbolic celebration of man s return to primitive time when he was closer to nature. It seeks to instill in the minds of the people the awareness and care of the environment. 38 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

TOUR PACKAGES Prepared by the Negros Island Tourism Incorporated (NITI) Luxur Place Hotel, Magsaysay Avenue, Bacolod City 6100 Philippines Telephone number +63 34 4338243. Email: negrosislandtourism@yahoo.com.ph Scaling Mt. Kanlaon Mt. Kanlaon at 2,465 meters above sea level is the highest peak in Central Visayas and is one of the country s 13 active volcanoes. It dominates the 25,000 hectare Mt. Kanlaon National Park. This park has over 40 kilometers of foot trails through a lush triple canopy forest that is home to many endemic species of birds, lizards, bats and other animals, and unique plant life. Climbing to the peak may take hours or days to do, depending on individual fitness levels, time constraints and choice of trail. The Ara al and Mapot trails are a pleasant one day trek to the summit, while the Wasay trail takes two days and goes through the most pristine wilderness of the park. The Masulog trail is the shortest route at 8 kilometers but it is a steady uphill climb through the most severely damaged portions of the park. For those less inclined to do a serious mountain climb to the top of a volcano, a hike through the luxuriant vegetation surrounding the Mt. Guintubdan Visitor Center in Ara al, La Carlota will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the Negrense plains and the Guimaras Strait, as well as several waterfalls and rare mountain plants and blooms. Climb Itinerary (Mambukal Guintubdan Trail) Makawiwili Peak and Margaha Valley.* Photo by Eioi Bibar Day 1 Arrival in Bacolod City. Preparation and purchase of supplies. Overnight in Bacolod City Day 2 Start trek very early in the morning from Mambukal Mountain Resort. Set up camp at Hardin sang Balo (Widow s Garden). Campfire Dinner Day 3 After breakfast, resume trek towards PMS Lagoon for lunch. Arrive at the outer rim of Margaha Valley in the afternoon and set up camp. Campfire dinner. Day 4 After breakfast, reach the summit and then start descent via Guintubdan trail. Lunch will be served at the Mt. Guintubdan Visitor Center. In the afternoon, drive back to Bacolod City via the Coastal Highway. Depart Bacolod late in the afternoon. Or stay an extra day to explore the city s attractions. 39 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Biking Adventure Negros Experience the boundless verdant sugarcane fields, the serpentine rivers, the undulating hills and mountain trails of Negros. With its federation of 24 biking clubs, purportedly the biggest in the country, Negros offers numerous exhilarating possibilities for biking. Trail guides and bike rentals can be arranged for those wishing an off the beaten track experience of the province. On your next visit to Bacolod City and Negros, why not include an early morning pedaling along any of the established trails. It will be an unprecedented experience of the sugar island. Or if you come purely for the adventure, why not combine a biking tour with birdwatching, skin diving, mountain trekking, kayaking along mangroves, a round of golf or simply surrender to the healing touch of any one of several spas in the province. Biking in Negros with Two City Tour Package Rate (3D/2D) PhP 7,300 per person based on twin share PhP 1,950(single surcharge) Inclusions: Roundtrip airport transfers Two nights accommodation in hotel in Bacolod (twin share) All Meals (2 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts) Guided Half day City Tour of Bacolod and Silay Cities Half day use of bike Half day services of trail guide Biking and Wellness Package Rate (3D/2D) PhP 6,450 per person based on twin share PhP 1,700 (single surcharge) Inclusions: Roundtrip airport transfers Two nights accommodation in a resort in Negros (twin share) Healthy Gourmet Meals(2 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfast) Half day use of bike Half day services of trail guide Choice of Massage Medical Consultation Group rate is available Prices may change without prior notice 40 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Diving Adventure Negros Dive into the pristine waters off the southern towns of Hinobaan and Cauayan andsipalay City where there is a shipwreck and 40 dive sites on top of breathtakingly beautiful white sand beaches, coves and azure blue waters. Resorts for all budgets dot the shoreline and dive shops can arrange for open water dives or beginner s courses in scuba diving. A short boat ride off Barangay Bulata in Cauayan is the 43 hectare Danjugan Island with its 5 inland lagoons, caves and biologically diverse forest and coral reefs. It is home to several endangered indigenous species of birds and other animals, and managed by the Philippine Reef and Rainforest Conservation Foundation, Inc. Instructive and entertaining day trips or overnight stays for a maximum of 32 visitors in ecologically friendly facilities can be easily arranged. Diving Package Rate (3N/4D) PhP 15,700 per person based on twin share PhP 4,600 (single surcharge) Inclusions: Roundtrip transfer Bacolod Sipalay Bacolod Roundtrip airport transfer to Silay Airport Two nights accommodation in a resort in Sipalay One night s accommodation in hotel in Bacolod All Meals (4 lunches, 3 dinners, 3 breakfast) 3 open water dives in Sipalay with a dive guide Choice of a activity in Bacolod City( half day city tour, biking tour or wellness package) Biking tour includes bike rentals and trail guide, wellness package includes fully body massage and wellness consultation Danjugan Island Detour (add PhP 2,500 to package) With overnight stay in Danjugan (additional one night) Dormitory accommodations with shared toilet and bath Full board meals Roundtrip boat transfers and guided tour of the island Group rate is available Prices may change without prior notice 41 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

SPORT ACTIVITIES HIKING AND CAMPING Nature areas and some resorts in Negros Occidental provide ideal sites for these outdoor recreational activities particularly in Mambukal Resort, Patag Valley and in Mt. Kanlaon National Park. MOUNTAINEERING A trek to Mt. Kanlaon would need a permit from the DENR MKNP Administration Center for more information, you may visit DENR PENRO at South Capitol Road with contact number 4347769 or email to mt_kanlaonpark@eudoramail.com or avail of NITI s tour package. SCUBA DIVING & SNORKELING The deep blue waters of the China Seas in Southern Negros, particularly in the area of Danjugan Island in Sipalay City is a Divers Paradise. Resorts like Artistic Dive, Taka Tuka, Bermuda in Sipalay City offer diving lessons. You may get in touch with Mr. Gerry Ledesma of Philippine Reef and Rainforest Foundation at telephone no. 4411617 or avail of NITI s tour package. MOUNTAIN BIKING Now a growing fad among outdoor enthusiasts in the province, mountain biking also offers an excellent opportunity to see the Negros countryside while at the same time exercising. GOLFING Negros Occidental is home to three world class golf courses. Useful contacts: Negros Occidental Golf and Country Club, Brgy. Bata, Bacolod City Tel. No. (034) 441 1190 72 Par, 18 Holes, 6,000 Yards, Clubhouse, Swimming Pool and Tennis Court VICMICO Golf and Country Club Victorias Milling Complex, Victorias City Tel. No. (034) 3993612 71 Par, 18 Holes, 6,000 Yards, Clubhouse Restaurant, Tennis Court, Bowling Alley Bacolod Golf and Country Club Hacienda Binitin, Murcia Tel. No: 4461794 70 Par, 18 Holes, 6331 Yards, Clubhouse Restaurant, Tennis Court 42 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

USEFUL CONTACTS FOR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Association Contact Person/s Activity Negros Mountaineering Club, Inc. (NMCI) Western Visayas Caving Association (WVCA) Buddy Montinola 09209177344 John Anglo 09228200661/4410232 Genesis Bolauro 09173006616 Bong Gabuan (Vice Pres. Bacolod Chapter)09196930666 Jerry Javier (Spartans) 09198773879 Allan Daniel (Cadiz Firecats) 09209285216/09173170288 Jiji (Kabankalan) 09295078557 Mountaineering Caving NASL Negros Airsoft Juan Guanzon (Pres. Bacolod Chapter)09155424100 Airsoft Negros Occidental Sports and Safety Association (NOMSSA) Negros Occidental Cycling Federation (NOCFED) Gun Club of Negros Occidental Mikee Benedicto (President) 09173002019 Ronald Marhen 09228848472/09273178468/4410266 Mike Ermac 09285584823 Janet Gonzaga (President) 09189020969 Wilfredo Anglo 09228120537 Central Negros Shooters Assn. CNSA office 4339473 Pablo Nava (President) 4332772 Bacolod Off Roaders Club Bobby Orbista (President) 4551724 Jojo Fuentes 09173003357 ACCREDITED ACCOMMODATION ESTABLISHMENTS (As of December 2008) Motocross Bikers Target Shooting 4x4 Club L FISHER HOTEL (First Class) LUXUR PLACE (First Class) 14 th 15 th Lacson St., Bacolod City Magsaysay Ave., Lacson Ext. St., Bacolod City Tel. Nos.: (034) 433 3730 to39 Tel. No.: (034) 434 4551 Fax: (034) 433 0951 Fax No.: (034) 433 3757 Reservation: Sherryl Pascua Reservation: Joji Lacson No. of Rooms: 100 No. of Rooms: 106 Royal Suite 12,200.00 Imperial Suite 10,200.00 DELUXE (Senior/Double) 2,200.00 Senior Executive Suite 9,200.00 SUITE (Junior) 3,300.00 Executive Suite 8,200.00 (Executive) 4,200.00 Junior Suite 7,200.00 Extra Bed 300.00 Matrimonial Superior Deluxe 5,000.00 SUPER DELUXE Single (Occupancy) 3,700.00 Double (Occupancy) 4,400.00 DELUXE Single ( Occupancy) 3,000.00 Double (Occupancy) 3,500.00 Extra Person/Bed 730.00 Note: 30% discount CASH 20% discount CREDIT CARD 43 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009 SUGARLAND HOTEL (Standard Class) Araneta St., Singcang, Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 435 2690 Fax No.: (034) 435 2644 Reservation: Bhona Ernal No. of Rooms 88

Standard Room (Twin) 1,400.00 Executive (Twin) 1,600.00 Junior Suite 2,500.00 Suite Room 2,900.00 Extra Bed 400.00 HOTEL PAGCOR BACOLOD (First Class) Goldenfields Commercial Complex Brgy. Singcang, Bacolod City Tel. Nos.: (034) 434 8901 to 10 to local 145 Fax No.: (034) 434 8913 Reservation: Ms. Divine Grace Total Rooms: 68 Deluxe Twin Room 1,980.00 2 Single beds Deluxe Double Room 2,420.00 1 single bed & 1 matrimonial bed Ambassador Suite with 4,950.00 adjoining living room Presidential Suite 6,600.00 GOLDENFIELD KUNDUTEL (Standard Class) Goldenfield Commercial Complex Singcang, Bacolod City, 6100 Tel No.: (034) 433 7211 to 16 / 457 1830 Fax No.: (034) 433 7202 Reservation: Donna Frias Rosales No. of Rooms: 83 Standard Room 1,100.00 Deluxe Room 1,200.00 Superior Room 1,300.00 Family (for 3) 1,400.00 Family (for 4) 1,500.00 Executive Suite 1,900.00 Ambassador 2,300.00 Presidential Suite 2,500.00 Royal Suite 2,500.00 Extra Foam Bed 300.00 O HOTEL Formerly Bacolod Executive Inn # 52 San Sebastian St., Bacolod City Tel No.: (034) 433 7401 to 04 Fax No.: (034) 433 7442 Reservation: Fritzie Malacaman No of Rooms: 55 DELUXE ROOMS Single Occupancy 1,065.00 Double Occupancy 1,175.00 EXECUTIVE ROOMS Single Occupancy 1,175.00 Double Occupancy 1,290.00 Matrimonial 1,455.00 SUPERIOR ROOMS (4 th Floor all new rooms) SUPERIOR SINGLE / 1,500.00 DOUBLE SUITE ROOM Junior Executive 1,565.00 Matthew Suite 3,500.00 O Suite 3,800.00 Extra Person per head 150.00 Extra Bed 300.00 BUSINESS INN HOTEL (Standard Class) Lacson St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 433 8877 Fax No.: (034) 434 2114 Reservation: Jess Dalisay No. of Rooms: 73 DELUXE Regular 1,090.00 Junior Executive 1,190.00 Senior Executive 1,390.00 Corporate 1,650.00 Superior AVP 1,590.00 CEO 1,690.00 Presidential 1,890.00 Chairman s 2,790.00 44 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

PROMINENCE INN (Standard) 158 C SRA Road, Singcang, Bacolod City Tel. no.: (034) 707 8080 FaxNo.: (034) 435 0021 Reservation: Ms. Ruth Cruz Total No.of Rooms: 23 Standard Single 1,200.00 Standard Double/Twin 1,500.00 Family Room ( 4 pax) 2,300.00 Suite 2,500.00 Extra Person Charge 400.00 ROYAL AM REI HOTEL ( Standard Class) 13 th Lacson Street, Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 433 8881 to 84 Fax No.: (034) 433 0222 Reservation: Michelle Arevalo/Bernadette Junio No. of Rooms: 32 DELUXE ROOM Double 1,458.00 Single 1,405.00 STANDARD ROOM Double 998.00 Single 950.00 EXTRA PERSON 351.00 OTHER ACCOMMODATION ESTABLISHMENTS BASCON HOTEL Gonzaga Locsin St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 433 1393 Reservation: Nelia No. of Rooms: Suite ( 2 ) 1,100.00 Family (4 persons) 970.00 Double (Twin) 750.00 Matrimonial ( 2 pax) 750.00 Single Aircon 650.00 Single Non aircon 500.00 CARIBBEAN WATER PARK & RESOTEL Goldenfield Commercial Complex Singcang, Bacolod City Tel. No. 709 6059 /433 6683 Fax No. 433 7202 Ground Floor ( 1 bed room ) 6 pax free entrance good for 2 adults & 2 kids (either matrimonial bed or 2 single beds) 1,800.00 Up & down:( 1 bedroom w/ dining area) 8 pax free entrance good for 3 adults & 2 kids ( 1 matrimonial & 1 single bed) 3,500.00 Extra foam 500.00 Griller for rent 100.00 Locker for rent 50.00 Cottages: Nipa Hut Big 400.00 Nipa Hut (Small) 300.00 Cottage w/ aircon 750.00 Entrance fee: 4 years old up 100.00 1 year to 3 years old 50.00 NORTHWEST INN JB Centre, Rizal Mabini Sts. Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 434 8881 / (034) 434 4077 Telefax No.: (034) 708 1500 Cel. Nos.: 09155192777 / 09228281477 09209188978 Standard (Twin Sharing) 1,140.00 Deluxe (Twin Sharing) 1,340.00 Junior Suite(Queen Size) 1,540.00 Executive Suite (Queen Size) 1,740.00 Family Room (Queen Size & Single) 1,840.00 Roof Deck (5 Single Beds) 2,500.00 Presidential Suite (Queen, Single, & Ante Room) 2,740.00 Extra Mattress 300.00 Extra Bed 500.00 45 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

CASA AMPARO # 90 Lacson Street, Mandalagan, Bacolod City Tel. No.: 433 3592 Reservation: Catherine Cañete Total No. of Rooms: 15 DELUXE (Double) 1,000.00 LUXURY (Double) 800.00 BUDGET (Double) 700.00 FAMILY RM (AC 1hp) 1,200.00 FAMILY RM (AC 2hp) 1,500.00 LUXURY (Single) 700.00 BUDGET ( Single) 550.00 Additional bed 200.00 Additional person 100.00 BACOLOD KINGS HOTEL Gatuslao Cor. San Sebastian Sts., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 434 4500 / 434 4600 Fax No.: (034) 433 0576 Reservation: Rudy Jenier Total No. of Rooms: 45 Standard Room 725.00 Junior Suite 905.00 Suite Room 1,005.00 Executive Suite 1,405.00 Extra Bed / Person 200.00 STAR PLUS PENSION HOUSE Lacson Cor. Rosario Sts., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 433 2949 / 433 3592 Aircon w/ TV/Bathroom 500.00 Aircon w/ TV/Common 485.00 Bathroom Aircon w/ Common 450.00 Bathroom Single/Aircon w/ 355.00 Common Bathroom Fan w/ Common 345.00 Bathroom PALMAS DEL MAR CONFERENCE RESORT HOTEL JR Torres Ave., Bacolod City Tel. Nos.: (034) 435 3527/434 8987/434 7971 Fax No.: (034) 434 7972 Email: palmasdelmar_bcd07@yahoo.com.ph Reservation: Maricel Antiporda Total No. of Rooms: 37 Island Pool w/ Deck for 2 2,350.00 persons Island Suites for 2 persons 1,900.00 Garden / Lagoon Room for 2 1,750.00 persons Villa Cabanas for 4 persons 3,250.00 Poolside Bedroom Suite for 4 2,500.00 persons Poolside Junior Suite for 3 2,200.00 persons Mediterranean Bedroom Suite 3,185.00 for 4 persons Mediterranean Junior Suite for 2,755.00 3 persons Marbella Suite/Malaga Suite 4,095.00 for 6 persons Lagoon Suite 3,400.00 REGENCY PLAZA Lacson Cor. Moran Sts., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034)443 1458 Reservation: Peter Soliman Total No. of Rooms: 43 Single 695.00 Economy ( 2 pax) 795.00 Standard ( 2 pax) 895.00 Deluxe ( 3pax) 995.00 Suite (3 pax) 1,600.00 Extra bed/person 250.00 46 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

BACOLOD PENSION PLAZA Cuadra St. Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 433 4547 Fax No.: (034) 433 2203 Reservation: Armida Villamor Total No. of Rooms: 66 FAMILY SUITE 1,390.00 SUPERIOR QUEEN OR 888.00 TWIN BEDS DELUXE QUEEN OR 990.00 TWIN BEDS STANDARD QUEEN OR 800.00 TWIN BEDS ESTER PENSION Araneta Libertad Sts., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 433 4879 Reservation: Roberto Nonato Total No.of Rooms: 39 Double (Aircon) 500.00 Doube ( Fan ) 350.00 Twin bed ( Fan ) 400.00 Single bed ( Fan ) 300.00 Extra person w/ AC 100.00 PEARL MANOR HOTEL Ramos Lacson Sts., BS Aquino Drive B.C. Tel. No.: (034) 433 5091 to 93 Fax No.: (034) 433 5099 Reservation: Luis Bendol Total No. of Rooms: 22 Standard Single 550.00 Standard Double 650.00 Deluxe Single 750.00 Deluxe Double 850.00 Family Suite Room 1,250.00 Extra bed 250.00 Dormitory Room 150.00 5 Persons in a Room 200.00 w/ 2 matrimonial beds & 1 extra foam 3 Persons in a Room 250.00 w/ 2 Single beds & 1 extra foam bed G & V PENSIONNE ROYALE Burgos North Drive, Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 433 5234 Reservation: Anna Rosalbes Total No. of Rooms: 17 SINGLE (Queen size bed) 800.00 SINGLE ( 1 bed ) 600.00 TWIN SHARING (2 single bed) 750.00 FAMILY ROOM 1,350.00 1 Queen size bed/2 Single bed KIMAS PENSION HOUSE Mandalagan Lacson Sts., Bacolod City Tel. Nos.: (034) 435 4293 / 441 3640 Fax No.: (034) 709 8527 Presidential Room (4 pax) 1,650.00 Executive Room (4 pax) 1,200.00 Suite Room (4 or 2 pax) 1,000.00 Deluxe Room (4,3, 2 pax) 950.00 Family Room (3 pax) 800.00 Double Standard (2 pax) 750.00 Standard Room aircon 650.00 Standard Room Fan 400.00 Extra Mattress ( 2pax) Single Mattress 360.00 180.00 Extra person 80.00 CHECK INN Ponce Bldg., Luzuriaga Street, Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 432 3755 Fax No.: (034) 707 7770 Reservation: Dexter Fernandez Total No. of Rooms: 92 Deluxe Rooms 850.00 Matrimonial 850.00 Business Deluxe 1,000.00 Business Matrimonial 1,000.00 Suite Rooms 1,500.00 Family Suite Rooms 1,750.00 Deluxe (3 beds) 1,150.00 Extra Bed 250.00 Extra Mattress 150.00 Extra Person 100.00 47 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

SALTIMBOCA TOURIST INN & RESTAURANT 15 TH Lacson St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 432 3617 / 433 3179 Reservation: Suzette Valeriano Total No. of Rooms: 51 Standard Room A 970.00 Standard Room B 850.00 Standard Room C 730.00 Standard Room D 1,030.00 Deluxe 1 1,210.00 Deluxe 2 1,210.00 Single Room 1 670.00 Single Room 2 605.00 Blue Room 1,090.00 Green Room 1,575.00 Peach Room 1,210.00 Yellow Room 1,335.00 Presidential Room 1,940.00 Family Room 1,575.00 Single Room Non A/C 365.00 Extra Person 150.00 Extra Mattress 200.00 GRAND REGAL HOTEL Singcang, Araneta St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 708 5888 / 708 5588 Reservation: Total No. of Rooms: Presidential 10,000.00 Ambassador 8,888.00 Senior Suite 4,100.00 Junior Suite 3,500.00 Standard 2,000.00 BACOLOD PAVILLON HOTEL Reclamation Area, Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 434 6391 to 94/434 1824 Reservation: Total No. of Rooms: Suite 1,350.00 Family 1,100.00 Standard 900.00 CIRCLE INN Lopez Jaena Malaspina Sts., Capitol Shopping Center, Bacolod City Tel. Nos.: (034) 709 9111 Fax No.: (034) 433 2538 Reservation: Total No of Rooms: Standard 1,100.00 Deluxe (w/ mini bar / 1,240.00 ref) Deluxe Plus ( w/ 1,350.00 internet access) Circle Inn Suite ( w/ 2,400.00 ante room) Family Room (Small / 1,400.00/1,600.00 Big) Executive Wing Zen 2,400.00 Room Executive Room 2,400.00 Executive Suite 2,900.00 Extra bed/person 250.00 PLANTA CENTRO BACOLOD HOTEL & RESIDENCES Cor. Araneta & Roxas Sts., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 468 0400 Fax No.: (034) 468 0408 Reservation: No. of Rooms: Standard 1,650.00 Deluxe 1,850.00 Family Standard 2,450.00 Family Deluxe 2,950.00 Superior 2,450.00 Bridal Suite 4,000.00 Superior Suite 4,500.00 Residence Suite 5,500.00 The Loft Suite 7,200.00 48 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

THE SYLVIA MANOR San Juan St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 434 9801/709 0927 Fax No.: (034) 434 9833 STANDARD TWIN (two single beds) 1,990.00 SUPERIOR A ( 1 single & 1 double ) 2,350.00 SUPERIOR B (1 single & 1 double) 2,950.00 DELUXE TWIN (2 double beds) 3,200.00 DELUXE QUEEN 1 Queen sized bed 3,200.00 JUNIOR SUITE 5,000.00 1 Queen sized bed DELUXE STUDIO SUITE 5,000.00 1 King sized bed PRESIDENTIAL SUITE 8,000.00 1 King sized bed Triple occupancy (additional) 650.00 PENSION BACOLOD /PENSION ELEVEN 11 th St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 434 7065 Reservation: Fe Remetio No. of Rooms: 76 Aircon Single 490.00 Double AC w/ TV 600.00 Double AC 500.00 FAN Room (Single) 250.00 FAN Room (Double) 295.00 Aircon w/o TV 410.00 Extra bed 60.00 Budget Rooms Single Double Triple 185.00 245.00 225.00 JACQUELINE S PENSION 13 th Gatuslao St., Bacolod City No. of Rooms: 40 Family Double 650.00 (4 pax) Triple Room 650.00 Family Double (3 pax) 600.00 Double 550.00 Single 450.00 Non aircon 200.00 LD PENSION San Juan St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: 434 6920 Reservation: Benjie Lim No. of Rooms: 31 Aircon ( good for 2 beds) 750.00 Aircon Twin 700.00 Aircon Standard 650.00 Budget 600.00 Economy 550.00 Extra 150.00 G & J HORIZON PENSION Locsin Libertad St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 433 3098 Reservation: Bernadette Vergara No. of Rooms: 12 Family Rooms 1,000.00 Super Deluxe 800.00 Deluxe 650.00 Standard 500.00 Extra 100.00 SEA BREEZE HOTEL San Juan St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 433 7370 / 433 3907 Fax No.: (034) 433 2258 Reservation: Marigold Besa No. of Rooms: 16 Single 858.00 Standard Double 945.00 Double Deluxe 1,095.00 Executive Suite 1,750.00 49 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

PENSION ELEVEN 13 th Lacson St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 434 7065 Single (w/ AC) 410.00 Double (w/ AC) 340.00 Double (Non AC) 238.00 Single (Non AC) 195.00 BALDEVIA PENSION HOUSE San Juan San Sebastian Sts., B.C. Tel. No.: (034) 433 8107 Executive 1,210.00 Junior 792.00 Deluxe 638.00 Deluxe (Non A/C) 418.00 PALM INN APARTELLE Locsin St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 708 0070 Single (Non A/C) 250.00 Double (Non A/C) 300.00 Single/Double A/C 450.00 Single/Double A/C 550.00 ROSITA S HOMETEL Mabini St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 434 5136 Double AC 500.00 Matrimonial AC 450.00 Double (Non A/C) 350.00 Single (Non A/C) 350.00 Single bed (FAN) 350.00 Fan ( good for 4 ) 500.00 TINDALO PENSION Tindalo St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 709 0006 Single A/C (Med) 425.00 Single A/C (Large) 475.00 Matrimonial (Fan) 325.00 HALILI INN Lacson St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 433 3342 Aircon (for 2 pax) 400.00 Single (Non A/C) 200.00 Family (Fan for 3) 400.00 BELLE S PENSION HOUSE 17 th Lacson St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 434 5575 Suite Room 1,500.00 Family Room 1,050.00 Double A/C 900.00 Single A/C 700.00 Matrimonial A/C 850.00 JACQUELIN S APARTELLE 13 th Corner Aguinaldo Sts., B.C. Tel. No.: (034) 709 8580 Single A/C 450.00 Single (Non A/C) 200.00 WHITEHOUSE PENSION Villarosa St., Sum ag, Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 444 1350 Double A/C 500.00 Single A/C 450.00 Single (Non A/C) 300.00 MERCENARY BAR INN Liroville Subdivision, Singcang Bacolod City Tel. Nos. 4336181 to 82 All aircon rooms with TV Executive 700 Matrimonial 500 Family Room 1,300 Good for 5 50 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

HECITA S PENSION Bangga Cory, Circumferential Road Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 446 0193 Family A/C 1,000.00 Single A/C 800.00 Deluxe 500.00 Executive 800.00 Single (FAN for 2) 400.00 PENSION PHOENIX Rosario St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 432 0397 Double A/C 400.00 Single A/C 320.00 Single (Non A/C) 300.00 Ordinary (for 2) 200.00 Single (w/ CR) 200.00 Single (w/ common 150.00 CR) RAINBOW PENSION Mabini St., Bacolod City Tel. No.: (034) 707 7931 Aircon (24 hrs.) 450.00 Single (O/N stay) 320.00 Single (24 hrs. FAN) 250.00 Short Time 180.00 Single O/N 190.00 ACCOMMODATION ESTABLISHMENTS OUTSIDE BACOLOD CITY SAN CARLOS CITY HOTELS/PENSION HOUSES COCO GROVE PENSION HOUSE Ylagan St., San Carlos City Tel. No. (034) 312 5619 Cell Nos.: 09162019402/09177895642 Reservation: Jose Martin Gustilo Total No. of Rooms: 12 Aircon Rm (for 4) 700.00 Standard Rm A/C 500.00 Economy 250.00 Extra 100.00 SKYLAND HOTEL & RESTAURANT Broce Cor. Endrina St., San Carlos City Tel. No.: (034) 312 5645 Fax No.: (034) 312 5589 Cell No. 09173703672 Reservation: Janet Mateo Total No. of Rooms: 18 AC w/ hot shower 825.00 AC w/o hot shower 750.00 AC w/ TV 625.00 AC w/o TV 575.00 NAC 475.00 Extra person 200.00 A & C PENSION HOUSE Araneta St., San Carlos City Tel. No.: (034) 312 5563 Fax No.: (034) 312 6531 Cell No.: 09163988224 Reservation: Angelito Cosas Total No. of Rooms: 8 Standard w/o hot shower 600.00 Standard w/ hot shower 650.00 Deluxe 950.00 Extra person 100.00 Extra Foam 150.00 CARMEL S INN National Highway, San Carlos City Tel. No.: (034) 312 5976 Fax No.: (034) 312 5326 Cell No.: 09192904326 Reservation: Mila Santillan Total No. of Rooms: 7 Double Rooms 690.00 Family Room 1,290.00 Extra bed 100.00 51 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

AMA TIYA S PENSION Cor. Carmona & Rizal Sts. San Carlos City Tel. No.: (034) 312 5456 Standard (2 single beds good for 2, AC, w/ cable TV, CR) Standard (AC, cable TV, CR & Hot Shower) 595.00 695.00 Fan Room w/ CR 150.00 Fan Room w/o CR 100.00 CONSUELO COMMUNITY CENTER Medina Rd., Brgy. Rizal San Carlos City Tel. No.: (034) 312 5769 Fax No.: (034) 312 5769 Cell No.: 09164202600 Reservation: Erlinda Canoy Total No. of Rooms: 3 Dorm Type (good for 100.00/pax 35 40 pax/room Executive Type AC 500.00 BIB S LODGING HOUSE 4 th St., Margareta Village, San Carlos City Tel. No.: (034) 312 6429 Cell No.: 091687008983 Reservation: Domingo Chua Total No. of Rooms: 22 Aircon Room (good for 2, w/ CR, Cable TV, 2 beds) 450.00 Private Room Single bed Double bed 150.00 200.00 Economy Single/Double 75.00 LOLA NITANG S INN Locsin Street, San Carlos City Tel. No.: (034) 312 5366 Cell No.: 0917325583 Reservation: Laila Mansueto Total No. of Rooms: 10 Deluxe (2 single bed w/ hot shower) 755.00 Deluxe (2 single bed w/ hot shower,w/ ref) 855.00 Family Room AC 1,015.00 Extra bed 100.00 CALATRAVA HOTELS/PENSION HOUSES DIONINGS HIDEAWAY CASSANDRA RESORTS PALAU BEACH RESORT Tel. No. (034) 727 8888 PUERTO DEL MAR LOLY BEACH RESORT ESCALANTE CITY RESORTS JOMABO PARADISE ISLAND BEACH RESORT Bagumbayan Is., Brgy. Old Poblacion Escalante City Tel. Nos.: (034) 434 3971 / 434 3972 BONISTA BEACH RESORT AND HOTEL Brgy. Buenavista, Escalante City Tel. No.: (034) 454 0069 Cell Nos.: 09186713710 / 09186731798 52 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

SAGAY CITY HOTELS/PENSION HOUSES BALAY KAUSWAGAN Sitio Chloe, Brgy. Rizal, Sagay City Tel. No.: (034) 722 5994 ZOTA GRANDE PENSION National Highway, Sagay City Tel. No.: (034) 448 0365 FEL JINS LODGING Casilda Bldg., Quezon Avenue Corner Roxas St., Sagay City EC PENSION HOUSE Villena St., Cadiz City Tel. No.: (034) 493 1711 No. of Rooms 7 AC, 6 NAC AC Room 500.00 Non Aircon 200.00 Standard NAC 350.00 RL APARTELE PENSION HOUSE Villena St., Cadiz City Tel. No.: (034) 493 0253 No. of Rooms: 9 AC Rooms, 16 NAC TRAVELLER S LODGE BERNELLE S RESTAURANT & LODGE Double AC (w/ TV) 400.00 Non Aircon 100.00 SITES/ATTRACTION SAGAY MARINE RESERVE CADIZ CITY HOTELS/PENSION HOUSES LAURA S BEACH RESORT Brgy. Daga, Cadiz City Tel. Nos.: (034) 493 0071 / 493 0565 493 1552 Fax No.: (034) 493 0072 No. of Rooms: 8 Duplex, 1 Bungalow, 6 Beach Houses Family Room (Bungalow) 1,500.00 Family Room (2 nd Floor) 1,000.00 Deluxe NAC (1 to 3) 300.00 Standard Room AC 500.00 Standard Room NAC 200.00 Standard Room NAC (2 nd Flr.) 100.00 Beach Houses AC 800.00 CADIZ HOTEL Villena St., Cadiz City Tel. Nos.: (034) 493 1784 to 85 Fax No.: (034) 493 0702 No. of Rooms: 16 Executive 726.00 Non Aircon 423.00 Extra Person 65.00 Single bed (3 pax) 544.00 Matrimonial AC ( 2 pax) 544.00 Matrimonial Single 605.00 BALANDON PENSION HOUSE ROWELA PENSION MANAPLA RESORTS MANAPLA SEASIDE RESORT Brgy. Punta Salong, Manapla Tel. Nos.: (034) 434 6779 / 433 4486 Cell Nos.: 09104927088 / 09195519772 53 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

BALULAN BEACH RESORT Tel. Nos.: (034) 491 0125 / 491 0165 CEFERINA BEACH RESORT Brgy. Tortosa, Manapla Tel. No.: (034) 399 2818 MURCIA MAMBUKAL RESORT Murcia, Negros Occidental Tel. Nos.: 433 8516 / 709 0990 LGU COTTAGE 2 single beds 4 single beds 2 single beds & 2 double decks 900.00 1,200.00 1,500.00 FAMILY COTTAGE 2 beds 4,000.00 TOURIST LODGE Ordinary Deluxe Suite 600.00 750.00 1,000.00 DORMITORY 2,000.00 CAMPING 30.00 Additional Foam 100.00 PANDANON VALLEY RESORT Brgy. Pandanon, Murcia, Negros Occidental Tel. No: (034) 4318620, (034) 4335527 Telefax No: (034) 4350550 Bacolod Booking Office: (034) 4349463 Contact Person: Arnold or Tata Entrance P 15.00/head (Children below 12 yrs. Old FREE) Free Parking Swimming Pool Adult P 20.00 Children 15.00 Picnic Huts Large P 500.00 Medium 350.00 Small 300.00 Accommodations Cottages 600.00 (Overnight) 400.00 (Day rate) Family rooms 1,500.00 (A/C 6 pax) Add l. 100.00 per head Conference Hall 1,000.00 ( Day rate ) 1,500.00 (Overnight) HDA. KAFTREES RETREAT HOUSE Brgy. Caliban, Murcia, Negros Occidental Tel. No: (034) 7100369 Contact Person: Mrs. Cecilia A. Gonzaga VICTORIAS CITY Seminars Weddings Retreats HOTELS/PENSION HOUSES RESORTS STARLIGHT LODGE SAINT CLAIRE S HOUSE (VMC) BIANCA S PENSION GAWAHON ECO PARK Victorias City, Negros Occidental Tel. No.: (034) 399 3141 SILAY CITY HOTELS/PENSION HOUSES BALDEVIA PENSION HOUSE Rizal Burgos St., Silay City Tel. No.: (034) 495 0272 / 495 0280 Executive Suite 1,100.00 Junior Suite 660.00 Deluxe Room 550.00 Standard Room 495.00 Non Aircon 330.00 54 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

SILAY PENSION Dacutan Gamay, Silay City Tel. No.: (034) 495 2272 RESORTS SUNBURST BAY RESORT Brgy. Mambulac, Silay City Tel. No.: (034) 495 6611 ANG PALAMUNITAN RESORT AND RESTAURANT Brgy. Guinhalaran, Silay City Tel. No.: (034) 495 2804 YUKO RESORT Brgy. Guinhalaran, Silay City Tel. No.: (034) 495 0061 SITES/ATTRACTION PATAG MOUNTAIN RESORT Brgy. Patag, Silay City Tel. No.: (034) 495 0061 / 495 4600 Fax No.: (034) 495 0587 TALISAY CITY HOTELS/PENSION HOUSES NATURE S VILLAGE RESORT & RESTAURANT Talisay Highway, Talisay City Tel. No.: (034) 495 3368 Accommodation Facilities Marapara rooms ( Standard East Side) Single 2,000.00 Double 2,400.00 Sagay Rooms (Superior North Side) Single 2,200.00 Double 2,600.00 Hinigaran Rooms (Deluxe South Side) Single 2,400.00 Double 2,800.00 Mayor s Room (Suite Room) 4,500.00 Governor s Room (Suite Room) 4,500.00 Extra Bed / Person 400.00 Inclusive of 12% VAT With Complimentary Breakfast Reservations will be held until 6:00 pm Free use of resort pool from 7 am to 7 pm Village Hall Country Cottage Double/Triple 3,000.00 Family Rooms Room # 3 ( 5 pax) 3,000.00 Room # 4 & 7 (5 pax) 2,500.00 Room # 5 ( 6 pax) 1,800.00 Extra Bed / Person 400.00 Rates are Inclusive of Government Tax & service charge Reservations will be held until 6:00 pm Free use of resort pool from 7 am to 7 pm CAMPUESTUHAN SUMMER RESORT Tel. No.: (034) 495 3401 / 495 6278 SUN VALLEY RESORT Brgy. Efigenio Lizares Talisay City, Negros Occidental Tel. No.: (034) 476 0621 Cell No.: 09194051132 55 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

BAGO CITY RESORTS BUENOS AIRES MOUNTAIN RESORT Brgy. Ilijan, Bago City Tel. No.: (034) 4610 540 / (034) 732 8362 Facilities Rates in Pesos Hostel Rooms (aircon) 8 rooms available Matrimonial Be ( max 4 persons) Twin Bed (max 4 persons) Extra Bed Closed Cottages 8 cottages Family Cottage 1 (max 4 persons) Family Cottage 2 (max 4 persons) Family Cottage 3 (max 8 persons) Family Cottage 4 (max 8 persons) Dormitory 6 rooms w/ 94 beds Pavilion 1 (max 20 persons) Pavilion 2 (max 45 persons) Pavilion 3 (max 25 persons) Pavilion 4 (max 30 persons) Pavilion 5 (max 25 persons) Barangay Booths(max 20 persons) Alianza Pacol Bagroy Taloc Tabuanan Binubuhan Shed House (max 15 persons) In the Garden (5 shed house available) Along the pool (6 shed houses available) Along the river (10 shed houses available) Function Rooms Farmers Training Center (max 60 pax) Maragandang Hall (max 40 persons Don Jorge Araneta Hall (aircon 30 pax Asaw asaw Hall (max 40 persons) Multipurpose Covered Court ( 500 pax) Food and Beverage Outlets Jia Restaurant Mike s Café Resort Canteen 1,000.00 / day 1,000.00 / day 150.00 / day Cottages 300.00 / day 800.00 / day 600.00 / day 1,500.00 / day 1,500.00 / day 100.00/pax/day Pavilions 250.00 / day 600.00 / day 400.00 / day 500.00 / day 400.00 / day 100.00 / day 1,500.00 / day 500.00 / day 800.00 / day 500.00 / day 2,000.00 / day Recreational Facilities Swimming Fee 50 meters Olympic size pool 20 meter pool Kiddy pools Entrance Fee Rates in Pesos 20.00 / adult 20.00 / child 10.00 / adult 5.00 / child KIPOT TWIN FALLS SUMMER RESORT Brgy. Mailum,Bago City Tel. No.: (034) 434 0927 Facilities: Rates in Pesos Closed Cottages P 300.00 / day (4cottages) Maximum of 4 person Picnic Huts (5 picnic huts) (max 15 persons) Entrance Fee: 10.00 P 100.00/day THE QUITE PLACE FARM RESORT Brgy. Tabunan,Bago City Tel No. : (034) 435 0021 Cell No.: 0918 9220422 Facilities: Rooms Single Double Garden Room Tree Lane Room Rates in Pesos 2,650.00 2,850.00 2,150.00 2,300.00 Pavilion Room 1,800.00 2,050.00 Extra Person 300.00 Extra Bed 400.00 Rates inclusive of government taxes Inclusive of Continental Breakfast Two children 10 years and below may share room with two adults free of charge but no additional amenity will be provided. Check out time at 12 noon. Check out time at 2pm. 56 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Function Room TQP has an air conditioned meeting room for 30 40 persons in the reception building for small meetings and seminars. Picnic and Function Areas Main Pavilion (50 200 pax) Play Park Pavilion (30 500 pax) Silent woods (30 60m pax) Rates in Pesos 1,750.00 (50 pax) 1,000.00 (30pax) 1,000.00 (30 pax) Gazebo (15 20 pax) 600.00 (15 20 pax) Whisper Corner (8 23 pax) 500.00 (10 pax) Barbeque Pits (10 15 pax) 300.00 (10 pax) Lakeside Huts (6 10 pax) 200.00 (6 pax) Add P35 per person in excess Rental may be waived if food is ordered at he resort JARA BEACH GARDEN RESORT Brgy. Calumangan, Bago City Tel No.: (034) 709 7661 / 732 4505 Email add: jarabeachresort@hotmail.com Facilities PICNIC AREAS Shed (good for 10 pax) 150.00 each Sheds (good for 15 pax) 200.00 each Tree shaded cement tables 150.00 each COTTAGES by the SEA Cottages 1 and 4 (2 4 persons) 900.00 24 hour stay (max. capacity 10 persons) 1,000.00 Cottages 2 and 3 (2 4 persons) 800.00 24 hour stay (max. capacity 4 persons) 900.00 ROOMS Rates in Pesos Rex 1 to 3 (2 in a room) 500.00 / room 24 hour stay (max. 4 in a room) 600.00 / room Rex 4A & B (joint rooms) 800.00 / room 24 hour stay (max. 5 persons) 900.00 / room Alicia 1,3 5 7 10 (2 in a room) 500.00 / room 24 hour stay (max. 4 6 in a room) 600.00 / room Extra charges for occupancies in excess of 4 pax for cottages and rooms: Without cot and beddings 50.00 / head With cot, without beddings 75.00 / head With cot and beddings 100.00 / head FUNCTION HALLS Rates in Pesos Daytime Night time ALICIA HALL 3,000.00 3,500.00 Max: 200 pax RICARDO HALL 1,500.00 2,500.00 Max: 200 pax ROSITA HALL 1,500.00 2,000.00 Max: 50 pax AMELIA HALL 300.00 600.00 HUMBERTO S FARM RESORT Had. Laura, Brgy. Pacol, Bago City Tel No.: (034) 433 9769 / (034) 709 2332 Facilities FUNCTION HALLS Daytime Nighttime Crecenciano Hall 1,500.00 2,000.00 (50 persons) Multipurpose Hall 1,000.00 1,200.00 (60 persons) 1 Conference Hall 2,000.00 2,500.00 (100 persons) Pavilion (30 persons) 1,500.00 2,000.00 Pagoda (30 persons) 1,200.00 1,500.00 Bahay Kubo (20 persona) 1,000.00 1,200.00 *with stand fans Non Aircon Rooms ( free entrance) Cavanna 1 (2 persons) 500.00 600.00 Cavanna 2 (2 persons) 400.00 500.00 Riverside 1 w/ terrace 700.00 1,000.00 (3 persons) *addt l charge P50/person in excess of room capacity Aircon Rooms (free entrance & pool fees) Room 1 with terrace (4 persons) 2,000.00 Room 2 with terrace 2,500.00 (4 persons) Room 3 & 4 2 persons / room) 1,500.00 *person in excess 100.00/pax *Extra Beddings 100.00/pax Rates in Pesos River Boat 500.00 Capacity 6 person 57 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

Entrance fee: Adults 20.00 30.00 Children (5 11 yrs) 10.00 15.00 Below 5 yrs old free Motor cycles tricycles 5.00 Cars & pick up 10.00 Elf & Trucks 15.00 Swimming Pool Fee Adult (12 yrs above) 40.00 50.00 Children (11yrs below) 30.00 40.00 Open Cottages Single Cottage (15 persons) 250.00 500.00 2 Storey Nipa Cottage (20 400.00 persons) 600.00 RAFAEL SALAS PARK & NATURE CENTER RESORT Guintubdan, Brgy. Ilihan, Bago City Tel. Nos: (034) 461 0540 / (034) 732 8362 Email add: tourismbago@yahoo.com Facilities Rates in Pesos Function Rooms Narra Hall (70 100 pax) 800.00 Dao Room ( 20 30 pax) 400.00 *Inclusive of TV, VHS, Karaoke & overhead projector with screen Private Rooms Rates in Pesos Molave Room ( 2 pax) 500.00 Lawa an Room (2 pax) 500.00 Dormitory Rates in Pesos Almasiga Room (!4 pax) 100.00/persons Acacia Room (22 pax) 100.00/persons Kalantas Room (17 pax) 100.00/persons Don Ramon Lacson House(25 1,000.00/day others: Beddings 80.00/set Mattress 50.00/piece Pillow w/ case 10.00 Blankets 10.00 Use of Freezer space 100.00 Use of stove 100.00 Picnic Huts: Rates in Pesos Kamagong (30 35 persons) 300.00 Tuog (10 15 persons) 150.00 Kube (10 15 persons) 150.00 Akli (10 15 persons) 150.00 Bangkal (10 15 persons) 150.00 Apitong (10 15 persons) 150.00 Bagtikang (10 15 persons) 150.00 Tabgile (10 15 persons) 150.00 OTHERS: L.E. COMPLEX AND PENSIONNE CORPORATION 2 ND St., Marhil subd., Bago City Cell No.: 09162284050 Contact Person: Mimi Bucay Facilities Rates in Pesos Family Room 750.00 Single/Double Room 500.00 Transient 3 Single Bed(nonaircon) 75.00 Extra Bed 100.00 CORA BEACH RESORT Brgy, Samininit, Bago City Tel. No. :(034) 435 4391 SEAFRONT BEACH AND GARDEN RESORT Brgy. Calumangan, Bago City Tel No.: (034) 731 3015 COASTAL BEACH RESORT Brgy. Sampinit, Bago City Tel. No.; (034) 434 7694 PATAAN VALLEY RESORT Bago City 58 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

VALLADOLID WAYANG FARM RESORT Brgy. Ayungon Mr. Gualberto Portillo Manager/Owner Mobile No. 09186391768 Amenities: Swimming pool for kids and adults 15 picnic cottages Canteen Landscape garden 1 traditional nipa hut for group and family Entrance Fee : Adult P15.00 Children P 5.00 (below 7 years old) Swimming Pool Adult P30.00 Children P20.00 Cottages (P50 to P200) Nipa Hut: (P350/day, P450 overnight) NEW PACIFIC BEACH RESORT BEACH RESORT AND PICNIC GROVE Brgy. Tabao Proper Mr. Pacifico Genobis Manager/owner Mobile No. 09187192203 Amenities 8 Picnic cottages 2 Native Rest House Pavilion Restaurant Children s Park Entrance Fee: Adult P10.00 Children P 5.00 (7 yrs. Below) Cottages: (P100 to 300) Rest Houses (P300 to P550) Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, native and seafood. SAN ENRIQUE LAS OLAS BEACH RESORT Brgy. Tabao Baybay Contact No. 09205286868 Entrance Fee P 5.00 Elevated Bamboo Cottage P 500/day Open Cottage P 200/day Overnight (2 bedroom, receiving and dining area) P 1,200/24 hours Function Hall P 500/day Bath House 24 hour restaurant with videoke Game fishing SOLEO BEACH RESORT Barangay Poblacion Contact No. 09197129408 Open Cottages Overnight Accommodation Function Hall Swimming Pool Beach Swimming Area Restaurant GREGORY BEACH RESORT Brgy. Tibsoc Contact No. 09176415622 Open Day Cottages Overnight Accommodation Cottages Restaurant Bird watching Area Function Hall ANG KAMALIG SA TINOBAGAN Home Stay Bamboo Cottage Candelaria St. Poblacion Contact No. 09176415622 Bed and Breakfast 2 bedroom cottage with receiving area, kitchen, porch and garden 59 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

PONTEVEDRA ANCHORVILLE BEACH RESORT Sitio Balngigay, Brgy. Miranda, Pontevedra Cell.No. 09270077262 Operator/Manager: Ms. Cora Gelsanao 6 Non aircon rooms 800.00 1 Aircon Room 1,000.00 10 Open Cottages 300.00/each Function House 1,500.00/day Entrance Fee 5.00/person *Foods are available upon order GALVE BEACH RESORT Sitio Balangigay, Brgy, Miranda, Pontevedra Cell. No: 0926479013 Operator/Manager: Mrs. Felicitas Galve 6 Close Cottages 1,000.00/day Pavillion 2,500.00/day Open Cottages 150.00/day Entrance Fee 5.00/each Fresh Catch Seafoods Videoke Parlor TUVILLA BEACH RESORT Sitio Balangigay, Brgy, Miranda, Pontevedra Operator/Manager: Josemarie Tuvilla Open Cottages Entrance Fee 100.00 150.00/each 5.00/each BIANE S BEACH RESORT Sitio Balangigay, Brgy, Miranda, Pontevedra Operator/Manager: Mr. Julian Bianes 49 BEACH RESORT, BRGY. MIRANDA Manager: Ms. Diotay Montalban ORO DEL MAR BEACH RESORT Brgy. Receo, Pontevedra Open Cottages Entrance Fee 100.00 150.00/each 5.00/each KAINGIN BEACH RESORT Brgy. III (Poblacion) Tel. No: 377 7302 Operator/Manager: Ms. Elisa Chua Open Cottages Entrance Fee 100.00 150.00/each 5.00/each MARLY S BEACH FARM RESORT Brgy. Recreo Operator/Manager: Ms. Luz Superticioso LA CARLOTA CITY RESORTS GUINTUBDAN MOUNTAIN RESORT Guintubdan, La Carlota City Tel. No: (034) 7350185 Facilities Rates in Pesos Executive Room (max 6 pax) 1,000.00 Annex Room (10 pax) 600.00 Small Room (max 3 pax) 400.00 Tent Rental Small Tent (max 8 pax) 150.00 Big Tent (10 pax) 200.00 Open Cottages Entrance Fee 100.00 150.00/each 5.00/each Entrance Fee Rates in Pesos Adult 20.00 Children/Students w/id 10.00 60 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

BALAY OPSI TRAINING CENTER Facilities Whole Function Room A & B (Aircon) 200 seating capacity with tables or 200 seating capacity with tables or (classroom type) Function Room A (Aircon) 150 160 seating capacity w/tables 200 seating capacity (classroom type) Cafeteria (Aircon) 50 60 seating capacity w/tables 80 seating capacity (classroom type) Kitchen Cafeteria and Kitchen Rates in Pesos P5,000(8hrs) +P300/hr excess +P1,000 aircon lobby P4,000 (8hrs) & P200/hr excess P1,000 (8 hrs) & P100/hr. excess P500 (8) hrs & P100/hr. excess P1,500 (8Hrs) & P200/hr excess PARADISE LODGING HOUSE Visto St., La Carlota City Tel. No.: (034) 4602404 KDFI Rizal St., La Carlota City Tel. No: (034) 460257 CT COMFORT INN Burgos St., La Carlota City MT. KANLAON NATURAL PARK Tel. No: (034) 312 5113 LA CASTELLANA MT. KANLAON NATURAL PARK DORMITORY Sitio Calapnagan, Brgy. Biak na Bato, La Castellana Dormitory Private Rooms (C1, C2, C3) (aircon + private bath) Good for 2 pax Private Room C4 ( aircon + private bath) Good for 3 pax Group Room (aircon + common bath) 10 persons minimum to 24 persons maximum extra bed SACRED HEART LODGING Burgos St., La Carlota City Tel No: (034) 4602359 KRISTEL S LODGE Locsin Ledesma Sts. La Carlota City Tel. No.: (034) 4602439 Rates in Pesos P600 P800 P150 MIRMED PENSION HOUSE VILLA INDO RESORTS BAJI BAJI RESORT Brgy. Cabacungan, La Castellana Tel. No. 4850209/4850208 CADUHADA SPRING RESORT Brgy. Cabacungan, La Castellana Tel. Nos 4850209 MANDAYAO TWIN FALLS Sitio Mandayao, Brgy. Mansalop La Castellana Tel. Nos. : (034) 485 0209 / 485 0279 MAMBANGON SPRING RESORT Tel. no.: 9034) 485 0208 Mayor s Office 61 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

MOISES PADILLA RESORTS TUBURAN SA BALANGIGAN KAITULARI RESORT HINIGARAN RESORTS KABANKALAN CITY HOTEL S/PENSION HOUSES PLAZA LODGE EMMANUEL PLAZA HOTEL JUSTINE GUEST HOUSE GEMM S SQUARE PENSION VFCE SQUARE PENSION HOUSE R.B GICANA BEACH RESORT Brgy. Miranda, Hinigaran Cell No.: 09197597946 CANONOY BEACH RESORT Sitio Canonoy, Hinigaran Tel. no.: (034) 391 7841 Cell No.: 09197597946 BULUBITU ON BEACH RESORT PRESAS BEACH PARADISO BEACH RESORT WIRO BEACH RESORT MA AY BEACH RESORT GARGATO BEACH RESORT MAKIKILING BEACH RESORT PAPIS POOL HIMAMAYLAN CITY HOTELS/PENSION HOUSES HARRY S TRAVELLERS INN RESORTS ACAPULCO SPRING RESORT Tel. No.: (034) 744 7595 Cell No.: 09173907087 RESORTS BALICAOCAO HIGHLAND RESORT Brgy. Orong, Kabankalan City Tel. no.: 9034) 471 2291 / 471 2185 LA BAMBA MOUNTAIN SPRING RESORT Tel. No.: (034) 471 2291 / 471 2185 ZAYCO LAND RESORT Don Emilio Village Tel. No. 4712880 CAUAYAN RESORTS PUNTA BULATA BEACH RESORT Brgy. Ilijan,Cauayan Tel. No.: (034) 435 2748 / 433 5160 MAJESTIC BEACH RESORT LINA ON BEACH RESORT SANTORI BEACH RESORT SEA MYSTYQUE RESORT DANJUGAN ISLAND PLAYA DEL SUR MAGBANUA S BEACH RESORT BLUE WATER BEACH RESORT PASALAN FALLS GOLDEN SUNSET BEACH RESORT BRENDA STAR BEACH RESORT 62 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

SIPALAY CITY RESORTS TAKA TUKA LODGE & DIVE RESORT Cell No.: 09202309174 LANGUB BEACH RESORT Brgy. Nauhang, Sipalay Tel. No.: (034) 432 1409 BERMUDA BEACH RESORT Cell No.: 09194856141 refrigerator Blue house (across the street) 4 AC bedrooms and 4 bath, 3 twin beds/room, veranda, living and dining rooms, kitchen w/ stove and refrigerator 4,000.00/day White House (across the street) 2,000.00 2 AC bedrooms and 2 bath, 3 twin beds/room, airy living and dining rooms, kitchen w/ stove and refrigerator YellowHouse (across the street) 1 AC bedroom w/ bath, 3 twin beds, living and dining rooms 1,000.00/day MUSTAVIT S BEACH RESORT Tel. No.: (034) 432 1409 DRIFTWOOD RESORT Cell No.: 09202840552 SULU SUNSET Cell No.: 09197167182 ARTISTIC DIVING SCHOOL Punta Ballo, Sipalay Tel. No.: (034) 433 2853 Cell No.: 09194095594 HINOBA AN RESORTS HAPPY VALLEY BEACH HOUSE National Road, Hinoba an Tel. Nos.: (034) 329 2671 / 329 3285 Brick House 5,000.00/day Beachfront, 4 AC bedrooms and 4 bath, 3 twin beds/room, huge living and dining rooms, bar and kitchen w/ stove and refrigerator Windsurf House Beachfront, 4AC bedrooms and 4 bath, 3 twin beds/room, living and dining room, kitchen w/ stove and 4,000.00/day 63 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009 Tradewind House Beachfront, 3 AC bedrooms and 3 bath,1 den w/ daybeds (fan), 3 beds/bedroom,veranda, living and dining rooms, kitchen w/ stove and refrigerator Southwind Cottage Beachfront (brand new), 2 AC bedroom, 2 bath, 1 full and 1 bed/room,veranda Northwind Cottage Beachfront (2 twin beds), 1 AC bedroom w/ bath, screened terrace w/ kitchen Christy Cottage (across the street) 1 bedroom w/ bath, terrace (w/ 2 twin beds), fan room Kelly/Kate Cottage (across the street) 2 bedrooms (fan) w/ bath, 2 beds/room Neni s Cottage (across the street) 1 bedroom w/ bath, 2 twin beds, terrace EDEN SOUTH RESORT Tel. Nos.: (034) 434 6268 / 434 0161 BRAZAVILLE BEACH HOUSE Brgy. Pook, Hinoba an Tel/Fax 4339890 4,000.00/day 3,000.00/day 1,000.00/day 500.00/day 500.00/day 500.00/day

GOOD BUYS, SOUVENIR S, HANDICRAFTS GOOD FOOD & FINE ENTERTAINMENT GAISANO BACOLOD Gatuslao St., Bacolod City Tel. No. 4350211 GAISANO SUPERMALL Singcang, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4350212 LOPUES ARANETA Araneta St., Bacolod City Tel. No. 4346904 LOPUES SAN SEBASTIAN Araneta San Sebastian Sts. Bacolod City Tel. No. 4333171 to 75 21 BAR & RESTAURANT 21 st Lacson Street, Bacolod City TIME OUT RESTAURANT Galo Lacson Streets., Bacolod City Tel. No. 4348455 EMPIRE LOUNGE RESTAURANT 2 nd Floor Mayfair Plaza, Bacolod City AZUL SANCTUARY 21 st San Agustin St., Bacolod City CAFÉ IN RESTAURANT Ground Floor, Lopue s East Centre Hilado Street, Bacolod City LOPUES EAST CENTER Burgos St., Bacolod City Tel. No. 4352561 THE NEGROS SHOWROOM (ANP) 9 th Lacson Street, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4333152/4341000/4350717 ROBINSON S PLACE BACOLOD Mandalagan, Bacolod City Tel. Nos. 4411386/4410458 PLAZA MART Gonzaga San Juan Sts., Bacolod City APOLLO RESTAURANT Hilado Malaspina Streets, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4354732 CARLO RESTAURANTE ITALIANO Goldenfields Commercial Complex Bacolod City Tel. No. 4349475 ABOY S KAMALIG Goldenfields Commercial Complex Bacolod City Tel. No. 4352340 SM CITY BACOLOD Reclamation Area, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4680168/4680169 BOB S BIG BOY RESTAURANT North Drive, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4342409 NOBLE S RESTAURANT Lacson Libertad Sts., Bacolod City 64 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

NATTY G S RESTAURANT 13 th St. Hilado Extension, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4352652 MO2 BAR & RESTAURANT Goldenfields Commercial Complex Tel. No. (034) 4336062 IMBISS (GERMAN) RESTAURANT 5 th Road Burgos Street, Bacolod City INAKA (JAPANESE) RESTAURANT 21 st Lacson Street., Bacolod City Tel. No. 4344045 KRISTIN S STEAKHOUSE Goldenfields Commercial Complex Bacolod City Tel. No. 4337225/4342537 SALTIMBOCA BAR & RESTAURANT Fronting L Fisher Hotel, Lacson St., Bacolod City Tel. No. 4338310 BACOLOD PAVILION & RESTAURANT Reclamation Area, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4346391/4346392 RESTO GRILL SA BAYBAY Bredco Port, Bacolod City CHICKEN DELI 7 th Lacson Street, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4333506 NATURE S RESTAURANT North Drive, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4352133/4351961 QUAN North Drive, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4339987 SEAFOODS MARKET Goldenfields Commercial Complex Tel. No. 4331000/4333606 SWEET GREENS GARDEN CAFÉ Lacson Street, Bacolod City Tel. No. 7090958 CHICKEN ETC. Goldenfields Commercial Complex Bacolod City FELECIA S DOLL Bldg.m 6 th Street, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4336586 CHICKEN HOUSE 25 th Lacson Street, Bacolod City Tel. No. 4349405/4411891 CAFE BREIZH DE BORACAY Lacson Street, Bacolod City ENTERTAINMENT DEPOT AU & Sons Bldg. Lacson St., Bacolod City KOREAN GRILL BAR & RESTAURANT 23 rd Lacson Street, Bacolod City 65 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES BARB RENT A CAR MECA J RENT A CAR Gardenville Subd., Bacolod City Gardenville, Tangub Tel. No. 4441439/091730115617 Tel. No. 4336954 NYALA RENT A CAR MK 1045 RENT A CAR Door #3 MC Building, Brgy. Villamonte, Bacolod City Cor. Lacson Magsaysay Streets Brgy. Singcang, Bacolod City RR RENT A CAR Tel.Nos.4344589/4331049/09189158073 Brgy. Bata, Bacolod City EXPRESS SEVEN RENT A CAR TOPSTAR RENT A CAR Sugarland Hotel, Goldenfields Araneta St.,Bacolod City Tel. No. 4332427 Tel. No. 4334119/09102206097 DAN S RENT A CAR Blk. 7, Lot 5, PHHC, Bacolod City KATHEER RENT A CAR Goldenfields, Bacolod City Tel. 4346358/4324854 HOSPITALS DR. PABLO O. TORRE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Riverside Medical Center, Inc. B.S. Aquino Drive, Bacolod City Tel: 433 7331 Fax: 434 5532 THE DOCTOR S HOSPITAL, INC. B.S. Aquino Drive, Bacolod City Tel: 433 2741 Fax: 433 1256 OUR LADY OF MERCY HOSPITAL Eroreco, Bacolod City Tel: 434 1032 KHRIZA S RENT A CAR Blk. 9, Lot 27, Homesite BACOLOD ADVENTIST MEDICAL CENTER Taculing, Bacolod City Tel: 433 4831 to 36 Fax: 433 2255 CORAZON LOCSIN MONTELIBANO MEMORIAL 66 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

REGIONAL HOSPITAL Burgos Lacson Streets, Bacolod City Tel: 435 1951, 433 2697 TERESITA L. JALANDONI PROV L HOSPITAL Silay City Tel. No. 4950753/7148485 CADIZ DISTRICT HOSPITAL Cadiz City Tel. No. 7190042/7190135 CALATRAVA DISTRICT HOSPITAL Calatrava Tel. No. 7277770/7277779 DON SALVADOR BENEDICTO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL La Carlota City Tel. No. 4603360/4603121 ELEUTERIO T. DECENA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Hinobaan Tel. No. 09192763308 Radio VHF Freq. 138.50 IGNACIO L. ARROYO MEMORIAL DISTRICT HOSPITAL Isabela Tel. No. 3872691/3872361 local 16911 LORENZO D. ZAYCO DISTRICT HOSPITAL Kabankalan City Tel. No. 4712357 VALERIANO M. GATUSLAO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Himamaylan City Tel. No. 3883594/3883783 VALLADOLID DISTRICT HOSPITAL Valladolid Tel. No. 4610360 Radio VHF Freq. 152.275 VICENTE GUSTILO DISTRICT HOSPITAL Tel. No. 4540263 Radio Freq. 13.385 EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE CENTERS POLICE BACOLOD POLICE HEADQUARTERS Lacson Ext. Magsaysay Ave., Bacolod City Tel. Nos. 166/ 4333636/4335218/4341472 FIRE AMITY VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE & FIRST AID MEDICAL TEAM Hilado Street, Capitol Shopping Center Bacolod City Tel. Nos. 4333244 to 45/7031522/164 FIRE DEPARTMENT San Juan Street, Bacolod City Tel. Nos. 434 5022 to 23/16000 CHAMBER VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE Hernaez Street, Bacolod City Tel. Nos. 4333626/21111/1648/82311 FIRE DEPARTMENT Lopez Jaena Street, Bacolod City Tel. Nos. 4335021 67 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009

o0o For more information, visit or call: NEGROS OCCIDENTAL TOURISM CENTER G/F North Wing, Provincial Capitol Building Bacolod City, Negros Occidental Telefax (034) 4332515 Tel. No. 7098775 68 Negros Occidental Tourism Situationer 2008 2009