In this post we venture out of the box onto the largely unbeaten path of traveling around one of the lesser known islands in the Philippines. Negros Occidental and Oriental - all part of Negros island have a lot to offer, in many case without the touristy buzz (like Boracay, El Nido, and Coron) but with the great food, beer, and astonishing art. So sit back, and start to learn about Negros - sugar capital of the Philippines and about Bacolod City and Dumaguete City. Just Been There Art Look at or buy art inspired by this trip. If you like this trip, but can't go, or you too have just been there, this unique art may rekindle fond memories of your own trip. Click the image for a link to the online store. Note: you will be leaving this site and connect to the artists site.   Early Morning at the Market   All art copyright by: Christine Ong-Dijcks  Bacolod City - City of Smiles The most common place to arrive is likely going to be Bacolod City. It is the capital and has a...