Rizal took a trip from Dapitan back to Manila in 1896 before his intended departure for Spain. During stops in places like Dumaguete, Cebu, and Iloilo, he met with friends and was fascinated by sites like Mactan island. However, upon arriving in Manila he missed the boat for Spain. While waiting for the next boat, the Philippine Revolution began. Rizal departed for Spain but was arrested in Barcelona after being betrayed by Spanish officials. He was then transported back to Manila, realizing his last trip abroad would end in imprisonment and death.