Travel Philippines, Season 2, Ep28. Dipolog, third class city and capital of Zamboanga del Norte province, Mindanao Island. The city is surrounded by rolling hills to the southeast and the Sulu Sea to the north. Dipolog is known for its wild orchids and its sardine industry from its rich fishing areas. It is known as the "Gateway to Western Mindanao" through the Western Nautical Highway, and has also been called the "Bottled Sardines Capital of the Philippines. Please subscribe to B Adventures. https://www.youtube.com/c/badventures B Adventures Facebook Page for latest updates. https://www.facebook.com/BAdventuresAU The foreshore Dipolog Boulevard. There was a huge charcoal BBQ market with many vendors and different foods. BBQ marinated meats and deserts. It is also the site for various celebrations and festivals in the city. The length of the boulevard will be extended to reach the seaport in Barangay Galas. The ferry/barge back to Dumaguete, Negros Oriental. We upgraded to air-conditioned quarters with bunk beds for PHP100. Highly recommended for a more comfortable journey and get some rest. Gabby's Bed and Breakfast. Cimafranca Subdivision, Clay Town, Daro, Dumaguete City. Good quality food, many great breakfast dishes (pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, hash brown, spam, ham, toasted bread) and refreshing signature cucumber lemonade. They also have accommodation as a budget hotel. WARNING! I do NOT recommend Mindanao region for inexperienced, or solo foreign travellers. If you do go to Mindanao, travel with local Filipino's and stay in safe and well researched areas. Security has improved in recent years, but can change very quickly. There are active criminal and terrorist groups in Mindanao, that target foreigners for kidnappings and attacks. Travel Tips: Everyone spoke English and generally very friendly. It is important to have photo ID for flights, hotels, and if police ask. It is common for taxi drivers in Manila, and every other city, to try rip off or overcharge foreigners and tourists. This includes motorbikes, or pedicabs / trike taxi. Ask them nicely to put the meter on, or negotiate the price from the start. Ask local security and your hotel what it costs for transport to your destination. If you are not comfortable, don't use that taxi. Don't be afraid to move on and find another taxi! Shopping mall culture, locals love the mall for the aircon and to get out of the heat. Generally you will notice ash and dust particles in the air as burning trash and charcoal BBQ cooking is quite common. Also if there is a lot of vehicle traffic in that city from jeepney buses, motorbikes, trucks and cars. Locals often inflate prices for foreigners and tourists. Haggle and negotiate nicely. Be firm and confident, but always be respectful and polite. Shop around, you can often get a better price. Ask around about local fair pricing for things you want to do. "Tip" can also mean bribe, so don't be afraid to ask what you're paying for upfront. Locals often do things to try help you, but then expect a tip. The average basic worker earns PHP200 - 300 a day. So tipping PHP 20 - 50 is fine. I have permission to use this music by the following artist, and credited below: Del Sound - Lost Island https://soundcloud.com/del-sound/lost-island https://soundcloud.com/del-sound https://www.youtube.com/user/TheDelsound https://instagram.com/del_sound/ https://twitter.com/Del_Sound http://delsound.tumblr.com/ Travel Philippines series, Filipino culture, Filipina, Pinoy, Pinay, travel guide, documentary, vlog, video blog, video blogger, vlogging, blogging, hotels, accommodation, explorer, exploring, travel experience, travel tips, travel advice, food, comedy, wanderlust, things to do, tourist attractions, activities, islands, sea.

• published: 27 Aug 2015
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