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4 Must-visit Caving Sites in the Philippines

4 Must-visit Caving Sites in the Philippines

One will never run out of travel ideas when in the Philippines. When done with island-hopping, trekking in mountains or just beach bumming by the sea, the caves are the once worth checking for.
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    • Where to Stay in Coron, Palawan: A Travel Guide

    Where to Stay in Coron, Palawan: A Travel Guide

    To get you started, we list down some of the best accommodations where you can stay in Coron, whether you’re there to save or splurge.
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    • Top 5 Luxurious Island Resorts in the Philippines

    Top 5 Luxurious Island Resorts in the Philippines

    If you’re one who has always dreamt of being treated like a royalty while staying in some of the most beautiful islands in the country, then here’s a rundown of the top luxurious island resorts in the country.
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    • Huma Island: A luxurious paradise in Palawan

    Huma Island: A luxurious paradise in Palawan

    Perfect for those seeking thrill, adventure, relaxation, and a peaceful vacation, this resort also boasts of an abundant marine life, pristine white sand beach, and crystal clear waters anyone would just love to dip their toes in.
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    • Ariara Island: A Private Paradise in Palawan

    Ariara Island: A Private Paradise in Palawan

    Escape the hustle and bustle of the city, and experience serenity and luxury combined in what is tagged by TIME Magazine as the “Best Private Island” – Ariara Island. The island, located north of Palawan, is accessible by a helicopter or a boat transfer from a domestic flight.
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    • El Nido Resorts: Bringing in a luxurious holiday experience in Palawan

    El Nido Resorts: Bringing in a luxurious holiday experience in Palawan

    El Nido Resorts take pride in bringing in genuine, local hospitality to make the guests’ experiences one that’s unique, something they will remember while enjoying the beautiful landscapes of the area.
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    • 5 Glamping Spots in PH that You Need to Visit this Summer

    5 Glamping Spots in PH that You Need to Visit this Summer

    If you’re wondering where you could try glamping and see what everyone is raving about, worry not as we give you 5 glamping spots you could visit this summer.
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    • Purple Fountain Courtyard Inn in Puerto Princesa, Palawan

    Purple Fountain Courtyard Inn in Puerto Princesa, Palawan

    Looking for a place to stay on your planned visit at Puerto Princesa? Why not try the Purple Fountain Courtyard Inn, conveniently located just 500 meters from Puerto Princesa International Airport.
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    • Canvas Boutique Hotel

    Canvas Boutique Hotel

    If you’re looking for a good place to stay in Puerto Princesa, then Canvas Boutique Hotel is the way to go!
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    • Experience nature at its best: Astoria Palawan

    Experience nature at its best: Astoria Palawan

    There are lots of resorts to choose from in Palawan with all of them boasting different facilities and amenities that cater to almost every guest. A new resort, however, has made its way into Palawan’s best: Astoria Palawan Resort.
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    • Palawan’s Luxury Paradise: Huma Island Resort and Spa

    Palawan’s Luxury Paradise: Huma Island Resort and Spa

    The great island of Palawan   If you’ve always wanted the best vacation you can get without having to go out of the country, this is our suggestion: travel to Huma Island Resort and Spa in Palawan.   Sunbathe and love the view it gives you   Huma Island Resort and Spa is a famous resort located at a tropical paradise in Palawan, Philippines. This exclusive resort is known for its scenic island beauty, one you will truly want to spend your vacation with for a magnificent hideaway from the metro. Blessed with an abundant marine life and beautiful sceneries, Huma Island Resort and Spa is totally the place to […]
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    • Club Paradise

    Club Paradise

    Palawan is known as the Philippines’ Final Frontier. Coron is seen as the gateway to Palawan, and its island resorts are considered as some of Palawan’s best. One resort might just be worthy of being the best of the best: Club Paradise.   WELCOME TO PARADISE. Club Paradise may just be your ticket to finding paradise within paradise.   Club Paradise is a 19-hectare island resort nestled in Dimakya Island. It’s located along the protected UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, close to some of Coron’s world-class reef and wreck dive sites. Sea turtles and dugongs call it home, along with other colorful flora and fauna, adding to the allure of this exclusive […]
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    • La Natura Resort

    La Natura Resort

    Vacations are meant for disconnecting from your daily life. Coron is the perfect place to do that, but with so many people visiting the islands, it’s hard to find a place that’s conveniently located yet is still away from all the noise. La Natura Resort combines these two into one beautiful package. La Natura Resort is a 10-room resort located roughly 15 minutes away from town. This makes it ideal for anyone who’s looking to stay close to the town without sacrificing any of your well-deserved vacation. Transportation won’t be a problem here, as the hotel can arrange for a tricycle to pick you up from the hotel. Getting to […]
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    • Sophia’s Garden Resort

    Sophia’s Garden Resort

    A boutique hotel with a serene vibe: that is Sophia’s Garden Hotel in a nutshell. Sophia’s Garden is like an oasis within an oasis, a patch of green amidst the blue sea.   PARADISE WITHIN PARADISE   The hotel’s selling point is its garden. You’ll get a glimpse of it as soon as you walk through the gates. It’s very relaxing, especially in combination with the blue of the sea and sky. Being one of two garden hotels in Coron, Sophia’s takes pride in being the one with the more prominent garden. The hotel’s Spanish-inspired rooms can accommodate either two or three guests at a time. The rooms look good: […]
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    • The Funny Lion

    The Funny Lion

    In a quiet hideaway spot from the town, you will see a relaxing place with an overlooking view of the Coron bay in the name of The Funny Lion.   THE FUNNY LION. The great hideaway place for a quiet vacation.   The Funny Lion is a hotel established in November 2014 that welcomes guests who want to have the best spot to relax in Coron. Just 15 minutes away from the town proper, The Funny Lion gives its guest a peaceful place to be in, especially that most tourists would like to have an accommodation that will give them time to be stress free after adventure trips by the […]
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    • Discovery Island Resort and Dive Center

    Discovery Island Resort and Dive Center

    Island resorts draw a lot of expats to Coron. The lush scenery and separation from the town means you’ll get a relaxing vacation, no matter how stressed you were before you got to Coron. However, most of these island resorts restrict you to within the island itself. Trips to town are usually out of the question, with a lot of these resorts at least an hour away from town by boat. Wouldn’t it be nice to stay in an island resort yet still be able to enjoy the town of Coron?   DISCOVERY ISLAND RESORT AND DIVE CENTER. Closest island resort to town.   Discovery Island Resort and Dive Center […]
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    • Maquinit Hot Springs

    Maquinit Hot Springs

    Hot springs aren’t usually associated with an island visit, but Coron is one of the few exceptions. There’s one hot spring in Coron town that everyone goes to, local or tourist: Maquinit Hot Springs.   HOT SPRING WITH A VIEW OF THE SEA   Maquinit Hot Springs is composed of three pools: a main pool that can accommodate at least 100 people, and two smaller pools that can hold at least 10. The best thing about the hot spring, however, is the fact that it is a natural saltwater hot spring. “Experts have told me it’s one of the very few natural saltwater springs in the world”, says Lia Ramos, […]
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    • CYC Beach

    CYC Beach

    The Coron Youth Club beach   Coron, Palawan is one of the places in the Philippines blessed with an exceptional marine life adorned with vast underwater creatures, stunning rock formations, and clear blue waters. With its amazing biodiversity, Coron continues to emerge as one of the best spots when it comes to the beauty of nature, most especially because of its captivating landscape of what life has to offer.   ROCK FORMATIONS. You’ll see interesting rock formations around the beach   Being the third largest island in the Calamian Group of Islands, Coron takes pride of its crystalline bodies of water loved by many tourists, divers, and especially their locals. […]
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    • Smith Coral Garden

    Smith Coral Garden

    After the tour in Kayangan, the second spot in the island tour was the Smith Coral Garden. Just 10-15 minutes away from the Kayangan Lake, the tour guides will let you swim and explore the corals underwater. The undersea will make you feel like you are in a world of corals, as its beautiful structures will make you love the spot more. For 15-20 minutes, you may swim in the middle of the sea to explore stunning corals you have never seen before. Make sure to wear your snorkeling gears so you would have a better experience.   Smith Coral Garden, a haven of stunning corals   Float away! Swim […]
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    • Kayangan Lake

    Kayangan Lake

    One of the most popular spots in the island hopping tour when in Coron, Palawan is the Kayangan Lake. It’s a must-see, most especially because of its crystal turquoise water which is why it was dubbed as the cleanest lake in Asia.  To get to the Kayangan Lake, it will take a 30-45 minute boat ride from the pier. As you arrive in the lake, you will be able to see steep limestone cliffs that surround the area. You will need to go through a 10-minute climb to reach the docking area to Kayangan Lake.   THE KAYANGAN VIEW. At the peak of the trek, capture postcard-perfect shots of the […]
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    • Coron Westown Resort

    Coron Westown Resort

    Just about five minutes away from the town proper, you will see a premier resort hotel that exudes a “home away from home” vibe that is Coron Westown Resort.     Coron Westown Resort is situated at the hush part of Coron, which is a great place to stay in if you would want a comfortable and peaceful stay in your vacation. Its location makes it one of the best choices for accommodation, as it is accessible from the town proper and also, it has the perfect scenic view of the lush greeneries that Coron has.   THE OUTDOORS. These seats would be the perfect place to have your breakfast […]
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    • Amanpulo: Paradise within Paradise

    Amanpulo: Paradise within Paradise

    The Philippines is home to some of the best islands to visit in the world. With over 7,500 islands, there is no shortage of places to visit within the country. From party capitals to tranquil walks, there’s something for everyone in the Philippines. This includes luxury, and there are few places as luxurious as Amanpulo.   YOUR PATCH OF PARADISE. Amanpulo as seen from the skies above the Sulu Sea.   Amanpulo is the height of luxury in beach resorts. Located on Pamilican Island in Cuyo, Palawan, it is the epitome of luxurious island living, set on its own private island. Luxury starts as soon as you get to the […]
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    • HOW TO GET TO EL NIDO

    HOW TO GET TO EL NIDO

    El Nido’s highest peak is the island of Cadlao, towering up to 640 metres (2,100 ft) above sea level. – Visit the Philippines’ last frontier fret-free! El Nido, Palawan is known to be one of the best islands in the Philippines, if not the in the world (as chosen by Condé Nast Traveler in 2014). Visiting El Nido can be very strenuous, but it is definitely worth it. Located in in the northernmost part of Palawan, about 430 kilometers southwest of Manila, El Nido consists of 45 islands and islets, with each island owning a unique geological formation. The municipality is a first class municipality and managed resource protected area, […]
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    • EL NIDO: WHERE TO STAY

    EL NIDO: WHERE TO STAY

    Summer is over, but the heat is still on! Use this chance to visit one of the best beaches in the Philippines! – A typical afternoon view along the beach of Bacuit Bay   We’ve given you an overview of what it’s like to visit the pride of the Philippines’ Last Frontier. Now, let’s go into detail and talk about the best places to stay during your visit to paradise! Contrary to the common notion that El Nido is an expensive destination, El Nido is in fact another backpacker’s haven. Budget accommodations lined up the narrow streets of this homey town and can be easily researched on the internet or […]
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    • El Nido, Palawan: That Beach at the Last Frontier

    El Nido, Palawan: That Beach at the Last Frontier

    Photo from El Nido Resorts – You’ve gone to Puerto Princesa. You’ve gone to Coron. Now, complete the stretch by traveling to El Nido! Getting there. El Nido is 6 hours away from Puerto Princesa. If you are on a budget, planning the trip with a bunch of your favorite friends can help you cut costs. Hiring vans and boats might be a challenge if you’re going on your own. Accommodation. Reaching El Nido can already be a bit pricey, so don’t go for the fancy hotels and resorts. Just choose a resort with the nicest beach front in Nacpan or Maremegmeg and voila! You’re all set! Island hopping. This […]
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