CORON ISLAND IN PALAWAN

 HISTORY:

The Calamianes Islands were originally inhabited by the Tagbanuas, Calmiananen and Cuyonon tribes. Oral history tells that the Datu Macanas ruled the entire Busuanga Island where present day Coron town lies. Early on Spanish exploration of the islands, Fray de la Conception took note of the friendliness of the people of Busuanga Island and the ferocity of the Tagbanua tribe living in Coron Island.

Coron is a tropical island in the province of Palawan in the Philippines. Coron is best knwon for world-class World War II-era wreck diving, the island also offers limestone karst landscapes, beautiful beaches, crystal-clear freshwater lakes, and shallow-water coral reefs.

KAYANGAN LAKE

What most travelers call Coron is Coron Town which is located on the largest island in the archipelago, Busuanga Island. What can be confusing is there is also a Coron Island, which is a stunning undeveloped island which most Coron day trips visit.

BLUE LAGOON

HOW DO YOU GET TO CORON PALAWAN?

You have to fly from Manila to Busuanga airport, Palawan. You can take Cebu Pacific Air, PAL Express or Zest Air. From Busuanga airport, you can take a jeep for 1hour to reach Coron Town. It will cost P100 per person.

HOW MUCH WILL IT COST TO GO TO CORON PALAWAN?

You should plan to spend around P1,500 per day on your vacation in Palawan. Past travelers have spent, on average P500 on meals for one day and P700 on local transportation.

WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO GO TO CORON PALAWAN?

Palawan's dry season starts in October and ends in May. For the best combination of agreeable temperatures of around 27 Degrees Celsius and a little rain as possible, the best time to visit Palawan is February to May.

WHAT IS GOOD IN CORON PALAWAN?

1. Island hop on an expedition trip
2. Snorked on a WWII Japanese shipwreck
3. Hike at Mt. Tapyas
4. Soak in Maquinit Springs
5. Swim in the hidden lagoon at Twin Lagoon
6. See the most beautiful view in Coron and swim in Lake Kayangan.
7. Dive to see the underwater mountains in Barracuda Lake

MAQUINIT HOTSPRING AT BUSUANGA ISLAND

BORACAY BEACH OR BORACAY ISLAND

 Boracay is a small island in the Philippines, 7 km long and 1km wide, located in the western Visayas approxiamately 315 km south of Manila and about 0.8 km off the northwest tip of Pinay island. Boracay was awarded as the 2012 Best Island in the World by the international travel magazine Travel+Leisure. In 2014, the resort island was at the top of the "Best Islands in the World" list published by the international magazine Conde Nast Traveler. In 2016, Boracay headed the magazine's list of "Top 10 destinations to watch".

Boracay Island, one of the top beaches in the Philippines, is blessed with a long stretch of powdery white sand beach, crystal clear and azure waters, a stunning sunset and more. The island doesn't fall short on adventures and activities for people of all ages.

You can enjoy Boracay all year round, but the best season to experience the island and its beaches are from December to May, the dry season in the Philippines. You can go there by Air, Ferry, Kalibo Airport, Batangas Pier, Direct RoRo Vessel, Bus from Manila and Board a RoRo, Private Car from Manila and Board a RoRo.

BORACAY HOTELS:

LA CARMELA DE BORACAY HOTEL

HENNAN REGENCY RESORT AND SPA

HENNAN PRIME BEACH RESORT

BELMONT HOTEL

BAMBOO BEACH RESORT

ALOHA BORACAY RESORT

WEST COVE RESORT

EL NIDO PALAWAN

 El Nido, oficially the Municipality of El Nido, is a 1st class municipality in the province of Palawan, Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 41,606 people. It is about 420 km south-west of Manila and about 238 km north-east of Puerto Princesa, Palawan's capital. A managed resource protected area. It is known for its white-sand beaches, coral reefs, limestone cliffs and as the gateway to the Bacuit archipelago.

El Nido the gateway to the awe-inspiring Bacuit Archipelago which houses 45 islands and islets, each with its unique geological formations. It's no wonder that El Nido has been ranked consistently as one of the best island destinations not just in the Philippines, but in the world.

EL NIDO RESORTS

        El Nido resorts is a group of eco-resorts located in the El Nido-Taytay municipalities in northern Palawan, Philippines. The resorts offer genuine, local hospitality and unique and enriching experiences amidst the beautiful natural landscape.

Resort Activities:

Snorkelling, scub-diving, kayaking and hiking

Standard Tours:

Visit fascinating caves like Cudugnon and Cathedral caves, emerald lagoons including the famous Big and Small Lagoons, and pristine white sand beaches. Lunch barbecues and romantic dinners may be arranged on private islands, and relaxing spa and massage service are available upon request. Guests can also simply relax on the beach or enjoy cocktails at the bar while enjoying fabulous views of the sunset.