Dumaguete City Stories


Apo Island in Dumaguete

In Dumaguete City lies a tiny island, called Apo Island, which offers something far more adventurous. Cliffs of limestone circumscribe this Apo Island. These cliffs are towering and have an average height of 20 meters. Since the limestone cliffs are stable, they are perfect spots for climbing. The Apo Island has a land area of 12 hectares. The terrai...


Sta. Monica Beach Resort in Dumaguete

Sta. Monica Beach Resort is the place we stayed at during our entire trip to Dumaguete. The accommodation rate is very reasonable, the place is great and the staff are friendly. They have two restaurants in the resort which offer sumptuous cuisines: the Amihan Restaurant which offers Filipino and international dishes; and the Sugba Restaurant which offe...


Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental

The City of Dumaguete is a city in the Philippine province of Negros Oriental. It is the capital, principal seaport, and largest city of the province. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 102,265 people. A person from Dumaguete is called a "Dumagueteño". The city is nicknamed The City of Gentle People. My friends and I flew to Dumague...