Siquijor is the magical and mystical island of the Philippines used to be part of Negros Oriental and it was at that time called Island of Fire. Mostly because there are a lot of fire flies that can be seen along the shore lines during night time. This gives an impression of dancing fires. Very convenient as it was able to protect the island from invasion during colonial times.
Siquijor is said to have magic potions, shamans, sorcerers and witches - and a lot of Filipinos will not stay overnight on this island because of this superstition. For me it just makes the trip more exiting and I enjoyed my overnight stay in Siquijor.
Siquijor is only about an hours boatride from Dumaguete City, so it is easy to include Siquijor as a day trip from Dumaguete. Once you arrive on the island I suggest you talk to one of the local multicab drivers and arrange for him to take you around the island and show you all the sights worth seeing here or you could arrange a tour of the island from the resort you are staying in.
Check-out the view of dumaguete pier at sunrise.
A view overlooking the island, shows clean and lush vegetations...
Take a dip in the sulfur spring and cleanse your body of all those germs and microbes. Dr. Kauffman and Dr. Wong. eat your heart out...
Beat the heat swim or wade in the clean and clear water of their falls...
No jumping or washing of clothes here...
Admire the white sand beach of Sinag-Dong...
Take a swim in its clear blue water or go diving and discover the mysteries of the deep. Most resorts here rent out diving equipment and give diving lessons for a nominal fee. Don't worry, if you don't know how to swim you'll be escorted by licensed and trained divers. You will also get to choose the dept of your dive, from 6 ft to 20 ft, it's up to you. Each dive will be chronicled and documented for you and could be used whenever you decide to get your own diving license.
Enjoy your vacation and please leave all your work and gadgets at home, so you could enjoy the beauty of nature at its best.
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