Family Travel Ideas in Negros island

Negros Island is made up of 2 main provinces. One of them is the Central Visayas region and the other is Negros Occidental and Negros Oriental. There are many good family travel ideas for Negros Island. Here the family can enjoy the nice weather and  many different activities associated with the sea and the warm sun.

Aquino Freedom Park

Freedom Park was named after the great Ninoy Aquino of the Philippines. The park is situated in the front of the main capitol building of Negros Island. It is common to see performances and festivals that are sponsored by the local government. In the afternoons families flock to the grounds of this park and they have picnics. Children play various games and often school children perform their dance or sports routines in this park. People should note that because Aquino Freedom Park is a family-oriented place alcoholic beverages are not permitted.

Antulang

Now, for those lovers of adventures the southernmost part of Negros Island has lots to offer. Here the family can go deep sea diving. Kids (if they are fond of the water and dolphins, of course) can swim with the dolphins. The older kids and parents can enjoy a great horseback ride. Now, for the very adventurous kayaking is a possibility. It should be noted that while this activities are tons of fun, safety should be the number 1 priority.

Silliman University

Silliman University is a higher education institute of the Philippines. It has 3 museums, the Museum of Anthropology, the Marine Mammal Museum and the Gonzalez Biology Museum. The museum has different exhibits that are used to show the prominence of indigenous tribes in the Philippines. The museums are a way of promoting the cultural identity of the Philippines. Here children can learn about nature, the marine life of the species found in the Philippines and the culture of this country.

Mount Talinis

This place is also referred as being the horns for Negros Island. There are many lakes in the basin of these peaks. There are also 2 twin crater lakes in Balinsasayao. One of the best family travel ideas in Negros Island is visiting Mount Taglines and climbing the nature trails that start in Aplong and Valencia.