Dakbayan sa San Carlos
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LOCATION
Located along the coast of TaƱon Strait, this city of 111 thousand people is strategically located at the crossroads of your major cities in the Visayas, namely: Cebu City, Bacolod City, Iloilo City and Dumaguete City. It has a long coastline that runs to 40 kilometers which is protected by the city's mangrove reforestation program while its seas are closely guarded from abuse by this active Bantay Dagat force. Nature has also endowed San Carlos City with a deep natural harbor that can take in large shipping vessels. This harbor is also protected from inclement weather by Refugio Island (Sipaway). Due to these special attributes, the Philippine Ports Authority has chosen the San Carlos City port from among other ports in the province for its expansion program in 1998 which include the reclamation of four hectares of sea to accommodate various port buildings, facilities and container vans, an extension on the eastside for two roro vessels and the extension of the length of the port to 242.5 meters.
CLIMATE
San Carlos City has (2) pronounced seasons, wet and dry. The rainy season starts from May to January with heavy rains occurring during the months of August and September. Dry season starts from the month of February up to the last week of April. December and January are the coldest months while April is the hottest.
POPULATION
The National Statistics Office (NSO) revealed that City population has reached 118,259
LANGUAGE
Cebuano is the major dialect spoken in San Carlos City. English and Tagalog are also widely spoken and understood especially in the urban areas.
CURRENCY/CREDIT
CARDS Most foreign currencies can be changed in the city's banks. Major credit cards are accepted at hotels, shops and restaurants.
COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
International direct dialing, telex, facsimile, cell phones & radio, e-mail through the Internet, worldwide express delivery, postal services and telegraph service are available.
ELECTRICITY
Most areas in San Carlos are supplied with 220 volts and 110 volts, 60 cycles. A plug with 2 flat prongs is the norm, but pack a universal adaptor to be safe.
WATER
Water is potable. Bottled mineral water is available in most supermarkets, groceries, hotels and restaurants.
DINING
Upscale specialty restaurants as well as modest alfresco setups serve Negrense, Filipino continental and Oriental cuisines. American burger and pizza franchises and other fast food outlets can be found around the city.
NIGHT LIFE
There are a number of bars with live entertainment, video, karaoke, game rooms and discos, many of with are found in Center Mall.
GETTING AROUND
Pedicabs are common mode of transport within the city. Buses and jeepneys provide service for intertown travel.
SHOPPING
Antiques, hand woven cloth like hablon, shellcraft, ceramic ware, woodcraft, leather goods, pottery, baskets and children's garments are among the best buys.