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Showing posts with label Palawan. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Palawan. Show all posts

Things to Do in El Nido

By On July 13, 2022

El Nido is a beautiful destination (simply put). It has cerulean waters and fine, bone white sand. I couldn't get enough of the place, that's why I've been a handful of times. I've seen the changes it has undergone since my first visit (when electricity wasn't even 24 hours yet and there were no ATMs for visitors). There have been many changes since then plus the droves of local and foreign tourists that visit. However, these don't detract from the wonder that El Nido still elicits from people, myself included. 


El Nido The Wandering Juan


These are some of the things to do in El Nido which you can include in your itinerary.


Things to Do in Coron

By On July 08, 2022

I've been to Coron three times and would definitely return. This part of Palawan can rival some of the best beach destinations I've been to. The chill vibe of the town despite tourism development is a nice contrast to the changes that have taken place in El Nido. There are now more dining and affordable accommodation options since my first visit several years ago. 


Coron The Wandering Juan


These are some of the things to do in Coron that can help you plan your trip.


Coron Island Escapade: Malcapuya and Banana Island, and Bulog Dos

By On May 08, 2022

I got the chance to return to one of my favorite destinations in the Philippines, Coron. It was my 3rd time going but I wouldn't mind going again and again. Coron is a beautiful destination. For this trip I decided to do a tour that I wasn't able to do the first 2 times I was here. 


Coron The Wandering Juan


I had a great time just hanging out and swimming.

Coron Tourism Requirements for the New Normal

By On February 21, 2021

Many of us are still wary of traveling because of the potential health consequences created by the pandemic. However, after several months, some provinces are ready to open their doors for tourists as long as they submit certain requirements. Coron is one of those places that are ready to accept visitors.

Coron travel requirements

Here are the requirements for a trip to Coron during the new normal.

Where to Stay in Puerto Princesa

By On April 25, 2020
Puerto Princesa is your most likely stop before exploring other parts of Palawan. It is the most developed city on the island, which makes it a good entry and departure point. Most people stop here to go on a day trip to the UNESCO-listed Underground River. If you're planning to spend a night or so here, these are some of my suggested accommodations.


Where to stay in Puerto Princesa

Where to Stay in El Nido

By On March 08, 2020
El Nido has transformed since my first visit in 2013. This is a good and bad thing, but I wouldn't discourage you from making plans. There are now more accommodation options since my first trip.


Here are my suggestions on where to stay in El Nido.

Best Places to Stay in Coron

By On February 29, 2020
Coron is a favorite destination of many local and foreign tourists. It comes as no surprise because the island has so many beautiful natural attractions such as the famous Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Calauit Safari and Malcapuya Island just to name a few. It has a number of accommodations for those on a budget and for those who are willing to spend.


Here are recommended places to stay in Coron.

Travel Guide Budget and Itinerary for El Nido

By On February 10, 2020
El Nido is one of the most popular destinations in the Philippines. This comes as no surprise because of the many beautiful beaches and lagoons you can visit during your stay. I visited this part of Palawan a few times and I don't mind returning.


This budget and itinerary for El Nido may help you plan your upcoming trip.

Travel Guide Budget and Itinerary for Coron

By On February 01, 2020
Coron is one of my favorite destinations in the Philippines. This island has some of the best views I've seen in Palawan. There are plenty of stunning beaches and lagoons waiting to be explored when you visit.


Read my travel guide budget and itinerary for Coron.

Travel Guide Budget and Itinerary for Puerto Princesa

By On November 05, 2019
Puerto Princesa is your gateway to the UNESCO-listed Underground River and other destinations. The city is the biggest in the province and can serve as a hub for trips to El Nido, San Vicente, Port Barton and other places on the island.



Top Destinations in the Philippines for First Timers

By On June 15, 2017
The Philippines has many destinations from Luzon to Mindanao that will keep visitors coming back for more. Beaches with fine, bone, white sand and glistening cerulean waters, an underwater ecosystem with colorful corals in various shapes, cities with a mix of eastern and western culture and a mountainous region that has verdant, rolling hills. You have several options when you decide to visit and explore the country.

This is a condensed list of the places you can visit and things you can do while in the Philippines.


Top Reasons to Visit Palawan

By On October 24, 2016
Palawan is one of the best islands to visit in the world according to Conde Nast Traveler. There are many reasons this is so, I've been to the island a handful of times already and am planning to return.


Third Time's a Charm: Back in El Nido

By On August 24, 2016
El Nido is one of those places I'd like to keep coming back to because of its idyllic ambiance and beautiful destinations. For this trip, I wanted to visit some of the beaches I have yet to see.


Exploring Honda Bay

By On July 26, 2016
I've been to both El Nido and Coron, but have yet to explore the nearby destinations in Puerto Princesa. For this trip to my favorite island, I finally go to explore Honda Bay. Despite the bad weather, the trip went well and I had a good time.



Chill Spot in El Nido: SPIN Designer Hostel

By On July 19, 2016
El Nido is a backpacker's haven because of the beautiful islands off its coast. However, it's idyllic town is slowly transforming into a tourist hotspot with many establishments on the rise. One such place to chill in is SPIN Designer Hostel; this accommodation is a dream of weary backpackers looking for good value.


Hotel Review: Canvas Boutique Hotel

By On July 12, 2016
Puerto Princesa is transforming into a tourist hub with many developments in place. The tourist boom will not happen immediately but will occur over the years. One place to relax after enjoying a trip to Honda Bay and the UNESCO-listed Underground River is Canvas Boutique Hotel.


Lost at Sea

By On April 06, 2016
It was my second time in Coron, for this trip I wanted to try something else. I decided to go on a tour to visit the safari and (supposedly) Black Island. However, things didn't go as planned, but the adventurous side of me didn't mind.



Coron Revisited: Seeing Something New in Something Old

By On March 23, 2016
I have been to Coron back in 2013, it has been more than two years since my last visit. It may not seem like a long time, but to put things in perspective, I've been to other beaches in Southeast Asia. This allowed me to see something new in something that I have been to before.


El Nido: I Keep Coming Back

By On April 07, 2015
El Nido is a place I wouldn't mind keep coming back to. I got the chance to revisit this paradise in November 2014. I didn't mind doing Tour A again because there was no one else doing Tour D, a tour I was unable to do the first time I visited.


The Longest Beach in the Philippines

By On April 05, 2015
The Philippines has plenty of beaches because of the country's long coastlines. During my return trip to Palawan, it's my third time in the province already, I decided to visit the longest beach in the Philippines in San Vicente.


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