Travelling is one of the best experience a man can have. This blog does not only feature my travel and adventure but also making short films about people and society. It also includes married life, spiritual inspiration and more. Life is good if we know that we don't need to limit ourselves to the standard of the society but we step out of the box and see the greater side of life.
The best oyster places/seafood of Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental
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Himamaylan City is on of the flourishing cities in the central part of the province of Negros Occidental, Philippines. It is rich in aquatic resources that gives jobs to fishermen and local people. Aside from that, they have abundant seafood to feast, fresh and at its best. Since it is mainly compost of sugarcane farms and coastal areas, occupants here are mainly farmers in Haciendas or fishermen. A little number are mainly business owners.
Talaba or oysters are one of the most common seafood here in Himamaylan. There are best season to harvest the said product. The city celebrates the Himaya-an Festival every April 14–25. People gather and eat talaba with friends and other tourists. Talaba is not so expensive, you can have the, "pakapin" or added oyster in your order even you paid the right amount. They are giver and generous in this place.
Talabahan can be found not only in Himamaylan but also in nearby cities. Most of the talabahan stores and eatery are just along the road and the prices are quite reasonable and cheap for a delicious feast.
Prices may differ according to season. Rainy season are not the best to eat talaba, because according to the locals, the talaba are quite small and not to tasty. But, during summer time, talaba sizes are big and tasty. What are you waiting for? Come and visit Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental, Philippines.
1 bucket of talaba PHP200
1/2 bucket PHP100
small bowl PHP 30
You can also buy their special vinigar,"Sinamak", for PHP100.
They will give you more that what you order, they call it "pakapin", so you will add more talaba in your order. The best part of eating talaba is the sauce. Mainly, the sauce here are made of spices and vinegar, mixed together, that gives that amazing flavor of sourness. Believe me or not, it was awesome.
Due to Covid19, we advised you to choose the store best, there are so many talabahan eatery along the road, and check if there are so many customers then choose place with less customers. It is important to wash your hands before and after eating. You can use your bare hands if you want. They have clean water where you can wash your hands later.
If it is your first time to eat talaba, you can ask the server to open the talaba shells for you. It is difficult to open it, you might cut your finger or it will eat up your time just opening its shell. You can also pair it with rice and soda/cola. It is advisable not to drink water right away or it may cause stomachache for those first timers. When yo are not used eating such seafood, better pair it with soda or cola, if you experience stomachache, better see a doctor. Just eat the right amount for you.
Fishermen in Himamaylan City also growing milkfish and other seafood like crabs, milkfish and green shells. There products are harvested and brought to nearby wet market, fresh from the sea. Life is simple here in Himamaylan, yet people are happy with what they are doing. Though life is tough in the time of pandemic, peoples still set their minds to be positive about things. Not even a pandemic can wash out how hard working they are. Salute to the fishermen and the governance of people in this city.
Himamaylan is also a good place to take pictures of the perfect sunset. It was such a beauty and promise you will go back to this place again and again, not only that the people are friendly and smiling, they will also welcome you with warm greeting. Ilonggo people are known to greet strangers whenever they meet one. They will greet you this way, "Mayong hapon," with a smile. This means, they give you respect. Though it was strange for me because we seldom do that to the place where I grew up, never talk to people who you don't know. But here, people greet almost every one. Wow, that is awesome.
The photos are taken in Himamaylan City nearby barangays namely, Barangay Saraet, Barangay Aguisan, Barangay Talaban.
Aside from that, if you want to go chillin', there are nearby resorts where you can swim and enjoy the rest of the day. You can have picnics and talk with people who are fishing at the beach. The water is warm and very nice for the body when it is afternoon. Some beaches are just free, so no need to pay entrance fee here. Other resort has the entrance fee off P10.00/person to P20.00/person. Very cheap but 100% you will enjoy the place. Just don't expect too much, few beaches have restaurants and rest rooms, so if you want to have the complete amenities, you can go to other beach resorts, they have the fee up to P80.00/person. You can travel around the place here in Himamaylan City, it depends upon your location. You can bring your friends and family here. Local are friendly and accommodating. They will surely help you whenever you need some help. They are generous and helpful.
These are the famouse beach resorts in the nearby barangays of Saraet, Talaban and Aguisan.
1. Private car 2. Double tire- P10-P15/person 3. Tricycle - P10-P15/person 4. Public Ceres Bus P10-15 person
Fare may vary according to the distance of your destination. If you want to travel here, don't forget to bring your sweetest smiles and your warm greetings. Have a good day and enjoy reading. This is happi picture21 official saying, "travel and engage."
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BUHAY DAGAT is a short film inspired with the life of the fishermen in the city of Himamaylan City Negros Occidental. Life is very difficult and life becomes tougher during the pandemic, the Covid19.
Life is like loosing hope but people's positivity about life is always on top of their list. Their families need them, so they have to fish and take home some money for the needs of the family. Other people may look down about the life of the fishermen, but we have to remember that without them, we have no blessings from the sea on our tables. We have to value their hard work, even in the most difficult moment in pandemic, they still have the chance to put smiles on their faces. Salute to all fishermen.
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COURAGE IN PANDEMIC is about the story of Lolo Willie, who lives along the shade of a building in libertad market, Bacolod City. He faces a lot of challenges in life as well as the Covid19. He has a family in Kabankalan City but he chose to stay in Bacolod City and look for work. He found a job in a bicycle shop just beside where he sleeps. Life every day is a struggle until he is used to it and find ways and means for hid needs. To support himself, he assembles bikes for the customers, each penny he receives is a product of hard work and dedication. Be inspired with his story, and if you want to help him, you can just see him in Libertad market, Bacolod City, near BDO building.
Filipinos are known for being family oriented people, who loves the presence of each member of families in one roof. This short film will give you an inspiration on how families in the Philippines survived in all circumstances and how we connect faith to God to keep the family together. Even how poor life is, even how difficult life is, still the Filipino families help and inspire each other. Having a complete family is the main goal. Teaching good values to the children is the top priority.
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PAGSUBOK. Filipinos are known as happy people, who loves to talk and share heart warming stories to others, easy to go with and happy to be with, until COVID19 arises. This pandemic brings a lot of challenges if the Filipino families and for the whole nation. The happy ways we had were changed into social distancing which prohibits us from gathering, this way we can help decrease the spread of the disease but creates a lot of chaos in the society. Aside from that, all of us are affected by this pandemic especially for the financial side. Many lost their jobs, people avoid each other, crimes arises due to lack of sources for food, many lost their jobs and death increases. Fear covers the life of the many. Students' life changed from classroom to online setting. It is like the survival period of human life Christmas is coming, few Filipino families decorate Christmas tree or put colorful lights, because people happiness turned into grief, anger, sadness, depressed feelings and more. We have to remember that God will not leave us, and we will surpass this challenge we face. Watch this video because it might give you hope.
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ANTS are one of the most organized species on earth when it comes to ways of life and survival. This video focuses on things that we need to know and learn from ants. Most of us Filipinos have different attitude towards situations, some are positive and some are negative. But in times of crisis, like pandemic, we never forget to help others.
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Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest and can interfere with your daily functions in the family and society. During the pandemic and lockdown, people lost their jobs, many businesses closed, happiness in the outside world becomes limited. For those lives spent on busy streets become empty and people covered with fear, doubt and worries about the future. I am one of those who experienced depression during the lockdown, and it was not an easy journey. When having this situation, judging should be out of the list, but support system from the families should be established. Caring and telling them how you care is one way to relieve the uncertainties of one's feeling towards the hardest situation. Ensure that God's love is there and the main source of happiness is God and the world is just secondary. Always pray for the one undergoing depression, talk to them, make them feel loved and cared.
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If you are looking for a quiet place to stay for the weekend this is the perfect place for you, your family and friends! You can celebrate any occasions here It is located in Granada Alangilan Road, Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental. It is about 7-hectare just at the East part of Bacolod City.
HOW TO GET THERE?
1. BY MOTORCYCLE
Riding a motorcycle from Bacolod City is the easiest way to go to the place. From Bacolod City, you can have a map on your mobile phone or MAPS ME app, or any google map you want to use.
You can enjoy the scenery of doing it.
2. BY TAXI
Hiring a taxi cost a lot, they me charge you P500 if you are the only passenger. If you have friends with you, You can just divide the fare among you. This is fast and at the same time convenient, but a little expensive.
3. BY BIKE
If you like adventure and hard work going there, riding a bicycle is the best for you. Riding a bicycle going there is a little tough but rewarding once you get there, but no expenses at all.
4. BY TRICYCLE
Riding a tricycle is also a lot of fun. You can hire a tricycle to bring you from the place, but is it also a little bit expensive, they may charge you 200 pesos for the ride of 300 pesos if you are from a far distance. But if you are already in Alangilan Road, in Granada which is very near the place, you may just pay 20 pesos each person.
BANTUG LAKE RANCH MAP:
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COVID 19 REMINDER:
Since this videos were taken during the GCQ period, have the following reminders.
1. Check their website before going there, ask for some information you need before going there.
2. Bring your own hand sanitizer or alcohol.
3. Follow their safety health protocols, once you arrive, you have to wash your hands, write your full information in their contact tracing information sheet, and they will get your temperature check.
In our videos, we were the only visitors that they so we have no problem of wearing facemask and social distancing, The videos were during the time were covid19 cases in Bacolod city was not serious as of today.
We do not encourage others to go out today.
4. If you worry about food, they have a restaurant that offers their best menu for the day, not so expensive but super tasty.
5. If you are a biker, you can have cycling activity hear for free in the morning up to 10 o'clock in the morning.
6. Always bring extra cash with you. YOu don't want to miss some of their best offer especially food.
POSSIBLE EXPENSES:
Source: Bantug lake ranch Facebook page
Entrance fee: 75.00
Wanderseason promo 250.00
(entrance, swimming,horseback,boating)
Foodlovers promo 200.00
(entrance, P200 consumable at cocina remedios)
Separate activities: Ask information before going their for promos and other amenities for reservation, their prices sometimes varies if they have promos
Money used here is in Peso bill:
Swimming (weekdays) PHP 100
swimming (weekends) PHP 120
horseback (15 minutes) PHP 150
horseback (2 rounds) PHP 75
Kalesa (2 rounds) PHP 50
boating PHP 50
Fish, rod and Bait PHP 30
(fish cauht per kilogram) PHP 250/kg
photoshoot fee PHP 1800
(free entrance for 5 pax plus free picnic shed)
Picnic Amenities: always call them for inquiry, maybe they have promos where you can pay less
Garden Table (4 pax) PHP150
small picnic table ( 4 pax) PHP150
big picnic table ( 8 pax) PHP 300
small canopy (15 pax) PHP 1000
big canopy (15 pax) PHP 1200
small picnic shed (15 pax) PHP 1200
medium picnic shed (25 pax) PHP 2000
pool house (25 pax) PHP 2500
big shed (40 pax) PHP 3000
quad cabana (10 pax) PHP 1000
quad cabana and garden (100 pax) PHP 5000
floating cabana (10 pax) PHP 1200
* no corkage for picnic / free use of grill
* They also have the bikers' breakfast new schedule
FREE ENTRANCE Weekends 7:00 am to 9:00 am FOR BIKERS AND RUNNER.
For reservations and inquiries, please call them @ (034) 213-1916 or PM theme on Facebook.
here is the link of their page. https://www.facebook.com/bantuglakeranch/
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This beautiful falls is located at Eco-Tourism Highway, Don
Salvador Benedicto, Negros Occidental, just go to Malatan-og Falls Viewing Deck
for inquiry about fees and tour guide.For specific location, it is located at Barangay Kumaliskis, Don
Salvador Benedicto, Negros Occidental. It is just along the highway. You can
enjoy the best scenery after 40 minutes walk. You can relax and enjoy nature
with one of a kind falls.
What should you know before going there?
Here's how:
1. CERES BUS
If you are from Bacolod City, you can ride a bus from South
Ceres Terminal. The fare is around 100 pesos - 150 pesos. You can also wait for
the bus along the rode and fees for fare also varies.
2. JEEPNEYS
Riding a jeepney is the best experience we had, the
jeepney's going to Don Salvador is located near BDO, Libertad market in Bacolod
City. The fair is about 80 to 100 pesos and up. It depends on your location
where you want to drop by. If you have extra baggage with you that occupies a
lot of space in jeepneys, the drivers will also ask for additional payment.
3. CYCLING
Bacolod city is a place where many bikers love to go to Don
Salvador, we highly recommend to use mountain bikes when going there. You need
perseverance and courage to do it. But it is free.
You can also ride the jeepney and take your bicycle with
you, but they will charge you an additional pay for it. Always remember that
there is a difficult area going to Don Salvador and biking is literary not
advisable, where in fact, only motorcycles and 4 wheels can only run on this
side. Better take public transportation.
What to bring:
1. It depends on your preferences.
- Snacks would be great but there are many snack houses
around the place. No need to worry about packing of food, since fresh cooked
food are available in all nearby restaurants. If you want to save money, then
you can have your own cooked meal with you. But that would be an additional
baggage.
Snacks on the deck are not expensive and vendors offer
different "pasalubong" delicacies.
Bring extra clothes if you want to swim.
2. Mosquito repellants
- During the rainy season, expected that there are bugs
there. Most likely you don't want to be fighting with the mosquitos. Apply off
lotions to avoid being bitten my mosquitos. Giants mosquitos are all over the
place. Just kidding, they are not so big as Godzilla.
- Wear leggings or any pants with soft fabric so that you
can move easily. Jackets or soft fabric shirts are good for hot weather o any
weather will do. If you want to avoid bugs and pointed leaves that causes cuts
on your legs. It depends upon you.
HOW MUCH?
Once you arrive at the place, you have you write your
information in a local information desk and pay 50.00 for the entrance fee on
the DECK only and for the environmental fee. If you plan to hike and proceed to
your adventure, then you have to prepare P 300.00 for the tour guide.
Note: You are not allowed to go there by yourself as
community guidelines should be followed.
MAP FROM BACOLOD:
Always tell the driver to drop you at Malata-og view deck.
From Bacolod to the View deck
drop point- View Deck
Malatan-og View Deck
Itinerary to Malatan-og Falls:
BY JEEPNEY:
8:00 A.M arrival at
the jeepney station ( 100 pesos), if you bring a bike (100 pesos) fare.
9:30 A.M arrival at
the deck, tell the conductor to drop you at the Malantan-og falls deck
(50 pesos environmental fee)
10:00 AM. trekking, around 40 minutes if you are fast hikers
(300 pesos for the tour guide)
10:40 or 11:00 A.M arrival at the beautiful falls.You can take photos or swimming if you want.
take your time to enjoy after a long walk. You can go back
at any time at the deck except if there is rain. Not good for hiking.
NOTE: ALWAYS BRING EXTRA CASH for unexpected expenses.
Reminders: If you are only taking a public transportation,
better be early to go back at the deck. Few transportation passes by especially
jeepneys, sometimes the last trip is at 3 o'clock p.m at the town proper of Don
Salvador. If you want to ride a bus, it will take 30 minutes or an hour to
wait.
You can also watch our YouTube vlog: happi picture21. Just
click the videos above.
We have three episodes that completed our journey. I also
have with me my friend, Yam Recopuerto, who is always on the go to visit places
with me. She is also my travel buddy and also took videos in some our our
videos.
a very fulfilling moment
Dominador is our tour guide, he is so kind
That was rainy afternoon, tired, but we enjoyed a lot
A view from a distance
Yam's encounter
the falls are just behind us
If you want to tour around, a bicycle is indeed a big help
Please use a mountain bike, we had a struggle because of using another kind of bicycle
but we are thankful for the people who let us borrow bicycles
a beautiful view of the mountains
COVID19 reminders:
When we went there 4 months ago, the cases of covid19 was
not as serious as of today. So, we were able to just take off our mask and no
face shield required. Because of the current situation, better do the
following:
1. Try to search for tourism office contact information to
know more details on what to do when travelling to Don Salvador. You can check
the tourism website in Facebook.
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