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CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
From the airport, take a shuttle
to the town proper of Coron, which will cost about
PHP150 per person. The ride takes 45 minutes
to one hour. Call for more information.
Tel: +63
(928) 408 3105, (921) 265 2210
BY DAY
The best attractions include Kayangan
Lake and the Twin Lagoons. There are many
islands and beaches to visit, but try not to miss
Malcapuya. It may be farther to travel to by boat
compared to the other islands, but it is worth it.
BY NIGHT
For a sumptuous dinner, Bistro Coron
is a must. It is a quaint restaurant located in the
city proper, popular for its food and drinks; try
the Bistro Pizza. They also have a very extensive
menu and reasonable prices.
SLEEP
Try Sunz En Coron for a unique resort
experience. They have an amazing swimming
pool that changes colors from blue and green to
purple and pink.
www.sunzencoron.com
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BEST SOUVENIRS
The great
photographs you’ll compile from all
the breathtaking sights.
MUST-TRY
Go diving and see
the remains of the shipwrecked
WWII Japanese warships.
INSIDER TIP
Bring enough
cash. Not many restaurants accept
credit cards and there aren’t many
ATMs around.
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CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
Most hotels in Palawan can
arrange to have you picked up at the airport.
Tricycles to the city center cost about PHP35.
Vans are also available for hire and are not
too costly.
BY DAY
Swim and snorkel in Honda Bay,
and stay overnight in Sabang after visiting the
Underground River. Sabang Beach is stunning and
such a nice place to hang out. There are a lot of
affordable resorts if you want electricity all night.
BY NIGHT
Check out Palawan’s nightlife. There’s
live music at Katabom Bar on Rizal Ave. every
night. It’s especially fun on Wednesday and
Saturday nights when one of Palawan’s best
bands, Mitu’s Tribe, plays.
SLEEP
Hibiscus Garden Inn is a refreshing
change from the usual boxy hotel room. It’s
cozy, affordable and quaint, like Palawan itself.
hibiscusgardeninn@gmail.com
BESTLUNCH
Heavenly Desserts
by Dorothy on Lacao St., in front of
NCC department store.
BESTBUYS
Quality yet affordable
placemats, bags, blinds, baskets and
other woven goods at Binuatan.
MUST-TRY
If you have a car, head
to the beautiful Nagtabon Beach for its
white sand and crystal-clear waters.
You can go island hopping too.
PHILIPPINES
PUERTOPRINCESA
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DIDYOU
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Coron’s Kayangan Lake is one of the
country’s cleanest.
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