Why I recommend this place to visitors — 2 years ago
Well, there are two places of interest in Palawan.. On the north side of the island is El Nido. This is where the rich and famous hop off to when they want to get away from urban life hussle and bussle. Except for the truly exclusive Amanpulo, commercial plane ferry passengers twice a week only from Manila.
If you have four days to spare visit this island. It is really an island paradise. If you want to dive, there are also good diving spots.
see pictures
http://community.webshots.com/album/62229876vNOasf
http://www.frommers.com/destinations/elnido/
On the south side of Palawan Island, the capital Puerto Princesa City is located. It is more accessible by commercial plane. There are daily flights going to and from Manila. There are a lot more to see here. The beaches are also spectacular, but you have to drive or rent a car/jeepney going to Honda Bay. In Honda Bay, you can island hop, snorkel, see different white sand beaches. Island hopping usually have to be whole day or whole morning at least.
There is also the St. Paul’s Subtareanean River. Its a sort of underground river/cave. Caution: there are smelly bat dung, but once you got over the smell, you can enjoy the stalactites and stalagmites formation. The boatman will usually weave a tale around the stalactite/stalagmite formations.
On the other side of Puerto Princesa, there is the Vietnamese City, the crocodile farm, and the market place, where you can buy pasalubong (gifts for loved ones or friends after going on a trip) at more reasonable prices.
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