Oct
25
2010
Pro-Cathedral of Silay City / San Diego del Alcala Pro-Cathedral
It was me who chose to go to Negros on Sunday morning…on a very unholy hour of the first flight. I would rather make the most out of that Sunday, that’s why my Airphil Express flight was the first one bound for Bacolod–and still no signs of Typhoon “Juan” back then…Good! Now at least I’ll get to start my day by going around at “Paris of Negros”…Ciudad Silay.
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Oct
21
2010
It was my first MassKara festival in five years. The last time I went to Bacolod City in the province of Negros Occidental to witness the said celebration was during its silver anniversary—2004! By that time, I was already at the streets, witnessing how Bacolodnons do their revelry about life and resilience. After all, this is Bacolod’s way of celebrating history and commemorating what history has brought to the lives of every Negrense, and a reflection of their culture.
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Jan
28
2010
Bacolod-Silay Airport Lobby
It was 7PM of the 22nd of January when I arrived at Bacolod’s new airport (which is in Silay City, some 20 kilometers away from Bacolod’s downtown). As usual, I opt to go the cheapest way to get out of the airport. Shuttle vans are about P100 and taxis are more expensive. I wrote not so long ago on how to get in or out of the Bacolod-Silay Airport when you’re a tightwad and budget-stricken traveler like moi. But here’s an update on that…
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Jul
23
2009
Cebu-Iloilo Route Map (Image Courtesy of Google)
This was my personal experience crossing the Visayas on that fateful night. It was daring, it was bold and some say it was stupid. But nevertheless, I earned great experience with this trip and will be doing this route over and over again. This article was posted on June 15, 2007 at Habagat.i.ph originally entitled “Bittersweet Escape: Two Queen Cites, One Night, One Sugar Island.”
I’m experiencing problems with my life in Cebu during these times. At times like these, I just wanted to get out of everything, therefore I went home, to Iloilo. The sudden decision that I made affected the schedule of my whole week for I wanted to escape the urban jungle the soonest time possible, under the cover of the night. Crossing the seas and the mountains in the cover of the night and the shade of morning dew. In less than 12 hours. For the faint-hearted and non-risk takers, this is not for you. For cash-strapped and the adventurous, this is one hell of a risking cutting trip to Iloilo from Cebu!
Permanent link to this article: http://habagatcentral.com/2009/07/23/a-night-of-crossing-the-islands-cebu-to-iloilo/
Jul
21
2009
Iloilo's own La Paz Batchoy
Ilonggo cuisine is one of the most famous in the islands. Known for the La Paz Batchoy, Pancit Molo, Chicken Inasal and more, the delicacies of the people of the gentle folks of the Western Visayan region of the Philippines gives a glimpse on its intricate culture and civilization.
But again, Ilonggo cuisine doesn’t end with the institutionalized La Paz Batchoy that many people know about through popular instant noodle brands. There is more to Ilonggo cuisine that meets the eye.
Here’s a short feature documentary produced by the City Government of Iloilo together with ON Creative Productions:
Part 1:
Part 2:
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Sep
06
2008
The New Airports in Iloilo and Bacolod-Silay will be increasing their terminal fees starting September 22 of this year. From the original PhP 30, it will now be increased into PhP200.00.
Here’s an article from Panay News for further information:
Iloilo, Silay airports raise fees this month
Source: Panay News Philippines (06 September 2008)
ILOILO City – Starting September 22, the airports in Iloilo Province and Silay City in Negros Occidental will increase their fees and rates of services, said Engr. Allan Java who manages the two airports of international standards under the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP).
He said they are only waiting for the signature of CAAP Director General Ruben Siron to implement the increase.
“It is but proper that we increase the regular fees. The two airports have been bearing the brunt of high electricity expenses,” Java said.
The electricity bill of the Iloilo airport alone is reaching a minimum of P2.5 million every month.
Power distributor Iloilo Electric Cooperative (ILECO) I has been threatening to cut the electricity at the airport because of management’s failure to pay three month’s worth of electric bill.
“We lag behind in paying our bills because of low income of the airport,” Java said.
The airport management has conducted two public hearings for their concessionaires regarding the increase in fees and services in Iloilo and Silay airports, prior to the final implementation this month.
At present, the two airports are charging a P30 terminal fee for passengers. It will be increased to PhP200. (PNA)
Permanent link to this article: http://habagatcentral.com/2008/09/06/terminal-fees-of-new-iloilo-and-bacolod-airports-increase-this-month/
Sep
04
2008
Barely several months after the opening of the new Iloilo Airport in June 2007, the City of Smiles has also opened the newest gateway to Sugarlandia of the Philippines itself. In January 2008, the old Singcang Airport in Bacolod City has ceased operations and transfered to the new facility about 20 kilometers away from the Bacolod, located in Hacienda Bagtic in the City of Silay. In line with the upcoming Masskara celebrations this October, Taralets would give some tips on how to get in and out of the new airport.
Permanent link to this article: http://habagatcentral.com/2008/09/04/how-to-get-in-and-out-of-the-new-bacolod-silay-airport/
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