3. Coron comes very close
Coron seats the northern part of Palawan. Beach hopping, snorkeling, shipwreck diving, lake traversing, and hot spring bathing are the activities to look forward to in Coron. You must include Malcapuya, Banana, Bulog, and Bahul islands in your adventure. Cayangan (Kayangan) Lake, the most marketed scenery in Coron, is a must-visit. It is a lot more stunning than the post card photos.
You can reach Coron from Manila via Busuanga Airport.
Great summary of some of the best beaches the Phils has to offer. And I can’t say which is my fave. I loved Bora, but it’s ultra touristy feeling takes away from it a bit compared with, say, Panglao Island off Bohol. You should also check out Malapascua Island. It was gorgeous before Yolanda — not sure how they’re doing there now, but I’m sure the beauty is unchanged. And it’s tough to get to, so it keeps the package tourists away, which is always a bonus. And you’ve reminded me that I still need to get my butt up to Ilocos Norte to Pagudpud. So thanks for that!
Thanks, Sir Mike! I believe Malapascua was partly devastated during the typhoon. Hope they’re doing well now. I suggest you to see Calaguas at least once while it is still not highly commercialized – that if, you’re fine with sleeping in a camp (tent).
for me El Nido is the MOST BEAUTIFUL of them all ! ;D