When I finally got a slot to renew my passport at their Dumaguete office, I instantly considered all the travel options I have. Well, when the opportunity to travel presents itself, who am I to say no?
From Cebu City, Dumaguete is approximately 6 hours away. I am not very sure of the reason why but it seems no ferry ferries passengers from Cebu City's port to Dumaguete. Air trips are available, but they can cost an arm and a leg.
For those who are saving on money, a land trip is the best option. But of course, it will be a long one.
Travelers need to ride a bus from Cebu South Bus Terminal to Liloan, Santander. The trip costs P210 for air-conditioned buses. The journey from the terminal to Santander is about 5 hours during the most forgiving of traffic situations. It could take longer if they travel during rush hour. I left home about 7:00 AM and got to Santander past 12:00. Wow, long bus ride indeed.
From Santander, one can ride the ferry to Sibulan which costs P65 for a full-paying adult. Discounted rates are available for children, students, and senior citizens. There are trips every 30 minutes or so.
There are alternative bancas serving clients as well, and the journey costs P50 one-way. These also dock at Sibulan port.
Fair warning: For people with motion sickness, taking pre-travel medication is a good idea. The seas in Liloan, Santander is a little bit rough. “Liloan” literally means a place of “lilo” or whirlpool. Expect a wavy trip.
Once you get to Sibulan port, you can ride a multicab that takes passengers to Robinson’s Dumaguete. It costs P20 per person. Once you get to the city proper, there will be plenty of tricycles that can take you to your destination. Don't expect the tricycles to have their own routes as they can take commuters anywhere around town.
Since I am not very familiar with the city, I had to take a special trip from Robinson’s Dumaguete to my accommodation and to the bus terminal.
My first mission for that day was to go to Bais City. It is an hour away from Dumaguete. The primary way to get there is by riding a bus which costs P52. I saw some multicabs at Robinson’s Dumaguete, but I am not sure about how frequent the trips are.
Central Azucarera de Bais’ Old Baldwin Automotive
The main reason I decided to take the trip to Bais is this wonder of a train. It has become a landmark for those who want to learn about Bais’ glory days as a sugar plantation hacienda. It would be impossible to miss the train because it is inside a little park by the road.
Everyone’s free to come, and there are no entrance fees to be paid.
This train was used by CAB for transporting sugar cane for milling. Central Azucarera de Bais is a testament to the glory days of Bais and Negros’ sugar industry. I am not very sure about the mechanical aspects of the train, but as a museum piece, I would say that it is in pretty good shape.
As much as I love the pretty train, I would have to say that my experience here wasn’t the best. A couple of guys who were staying by the waiting shed saw me visiting the train alone. They were catcalling me, but I thought that I just won’t let them bother me.
I checked the train out, and a few of them followed me inside. Thankfully it was open and was just beside the road. I went down and took pictures outside until they left me alone. I know it was risky and scary and I hope that a day would come when men would think that they can't and SHOULDN'T abuse any woman they see.
Mojon Chapel
Just a few steps away from the Baldwin Automotive is the Mojon Chapel. When I saw it in posts related to the CAB, all I knew was that I HAVE TO SEE IT. Love at first sight, it was.
And who wouldn’t fall for this lovely chapel?
When I stepped inside, I saw three guys working inside. Unlike those in the Baldwin Automotive though, the guys in the chapel were really approachable and helpful. They are working on the restoration and maintenance of the chapel as some years back, it was damaged by a flood.
I was left to wander inside the chapel, climb up the choir chamber to see it from above. It was beautiful from every angle.
A local told me that a few minutes away from CAB's train is a railway. I would have loved to see it but with my experience with the few men in there, I wouldn't gamble on it. That experience aside though, I think Bais has more to offer aside from the famous dolphin watching and Manjuyod Sandbar adventure.
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