Dumaguete was coined from the Visayan word daggit which means to snatch. Legend says that because of the frequent marauding attacks of the Muslim pirates on the coastal town, and the power to attract and keep her visitors for good, hence, the word dumaguet meaning to swoop was christened to the village of Dumaguete. This Dumaguete budget hotel is situated 15-20 mins from the airport.
View MoreDumaguete was coined from the Visayan word daggit which means to snatch. Legend says that because of the frequent marauding attacks of the Muslim pirates on the coastal town, and the power to attract and keep her visitors for good, hence, the word dumaguet meaning to swoop was christened to the village of Dumaguete. This Dumaguete budget hotel is situated 15-20 mins from the airport.