Bacolod is one of the cities in the Philippines. It is a 1st class highly urbanised city in the region of Western Visayas. It is the most populous city in Western Visayas and the second most populous city in the entire Visayas after Cebu City. People in this city are friendly. Hence this city is known as "The City of Smiles". There are many exciting celebrations in this city, including the MassKara Festival held during the third week of October. There are many unique attractions that you can visit in Bacolod. There are many selections of food around Bacolod that you can try including piaya and chicken inasal. Bacolod provides various accommodations, including Circle Inn Hotel and Suites, Ong Bun Pension House Bacolod, and Seda Capitol Central. Throughout your trip to Bacolod, you could not miss many attractions this city has to offer, including but not limited to Bacolod Public Plaza, Capitol Park and Lagoon, and Negros Museum. Travelling from Clark Pampanga to Bacolod will take approximately 22 hours and via connecting flight. However, the travel time may differ depending on the routes available. 

When is the best time to fly from Flight from Clark Pampanga to Bacolod? 

Generally, the right time to visit Bacolod is unevenly from January to April. Intense rainstorms and cyclones can likely put a damper on your travel plans. Hence, to prevent bad weather avoid visiting this city from June to November. May is the best time to visit this city if you plan to explore this city and do outdoor activities as the weather during this month is hot. The best time to fly to Bacolod would be during the dry season. The flight rates will be slightly higher as this is the peak season to travel. However, it will not be an issue if you make a booking.

Bacolod is rich with tropical weather year-round, but the climate is frequently highly humid due to its proximity to rain. Despite this, the weather is never too hot, and temperatures range from a mild 27.5°C to 34°C average during the year.

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What are the main airports available in Clark Pampanga to Bacolod?

Clark International Airport - Clark International Airport is located within the Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga, the Philippines, around 80 km northwest of Manila. The airport is available through the Subic–Clark–Tarlac Expressway. Clark International Airport serves Northern Luzon, Central Luzon, and to an extent Metro Manila. It was named based on the former American Clark Air Base. It is the main international gateway for travellers to the Philippines. It serves as a hub for Philippine Airlines, Cebgo, Cebu Pacific, PAL Express, and Philippines AirAsia. 

Bacolod–Silay Airport - Bacolod Airport is the primary airport in the Bacolod Metropolitan Area. It is located approximately 16.1 kilometres northeast of Bacolod City. Bacolod Airport has many interesting facilities, stores and diners within the airport. You can do many activities while waiting for the plane to depart or arrive at the terminal. There are many public transportations available in Bacolod Airport for the visitors to use. The airport is the main international gateway for travellers to the Philippines. Many airlines are available in this airport, like AirAsia Philippines, Cebgo, PAL Express, and Philippine Airlines.

Places to stay in Bacolod

Circle Inn Hotel and Suites - Circle Inn Hotel and Suites is located in Lopez Jaena – Malaspina Streets, Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Bacolod, Philippines, 6100. It is a three-star hotel equipped with facilities, including free parking, restaurants and a 24-hour front desk. There are many rooms available with various packages that will suit your budget. Each room is equipped with an air conditioner and Wi-Fi. It is also located near Capitol Park and Lagoon. This hotel is the best choice if you travel in a backpacker or with small groups. 

Ong Bun Pension House Bacolod - Ong Bun Pension House Bacolod is located at Luzuriaga Street, Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Bacolod, Philippines, 6100. It is a hostel equipped with facilities, including free parking and a 24-Hour Front Desk. The rooms are cosy and equipped with an air-conditioner. It is easy to find as it is located near Bacolod Public Plaza and San Sebastian Cathedral.

Seda Capitol Central - Seda Capitol Central is located at Lacson Street Corner North Capitol Road, Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Bacolod, Philippines, 6100. It is a four-star hotel equipped with many facilities, including a 24-Hour Front Desk, restaurant and meeting facilities. It also has airport transfers. The rooms are cosy and equipped with an air-conditioner, Wi-Fi and in-room safe. It is easy to find as it is located near Lacson Street and Paghimud-os.

Highlights in Bacolod

Bacolod Public Plaza – The plaza, also described as the Plaza del 6 de Noviembre, is called after the Spanish surrender of Negros Island to the Negros revolutionaries, is one of the familiar landmarks of Bacolod City, the capital of Negros Occidental, Philippines. It is located in the middle of the downtown area, near the old city hall and around the San Sebastian Cathedral. Four circular fountains are found in the scattered trees. The plaza is a trapezoidal park with a strap of trees around the edge and a gazebo at the centre.

Capitol Park and Lagoon – It is a regional park sited in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, in the Philippines. These monuments are located at the northern and southern ends of the lagoon, and it's a very trendy place to travel. One of the park buildings is identical sculptures portraying a woman standing beside a water buffalo and a man pulling another water buffalo.

Negros Museum – The museum is secretly owned in the Negros Occidental Regional Capitol Complex in Bacolod City, Philippines. The structure was formed in late 1925 as the Provincial Agriculture Building. The museum is the earliest ever to put significant archaeological artefacts but rather was designed to exhibit Negrense culture and lifestyle, including old cabinets and advanced items from ancestral houses.

Travel Tips to Bacolod

Planning is a good way when travelling, either domestically or internationally, but do not disregard the fact that things can and most likely would not go as planned. This could either be due to suddenly the activity you want to do is unavailable or if more logistical issues force you to think of other ways to do things. Keep in mind that plan is a good base, but when you are travelling, and many external factors are involved, it will be a different kind of adventure.

1) Stay protected

Throughout this pandemic situation, always keep hygiene when visiting unique places here. Keep washing your hand, use a hand sanitiser, wear a protective face mask, and dispose of the used mask. This might prevent you from being infected easily. Avoid crowded places too by planning a suitable time before going there.

2) Learn few local words to blend in

To avoid miscommunication, you can communicate by learning few local words. You can learn few local phrases like greeting, asking for direction or food. You will make a lot of friends and discover many new things during your trip. Plus, you can get a discount if you can speak in the local language with the seller in the street market.

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