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PHILIPPINES
BUSUANGA(CORON)
PHILIPPINES
PUERTOPRINCESA
Clarinda
Bella
Bisenio
kindergarten
teacher
Monica
Pelayo
resort chef
BEST RESTAURANT
Make sure
to have a meal at the Asia Grand View
Hotel’s bar and restaurant.
MUST-TRY
Head out to sea and go
diving to see World War II wrecks or
watch
dugongs
.
BEST FESTIVAL
Have fun and
party, dance on the streets and join the
parades at the Kasadyaan Festival. It's
held during the month of August.
AREACODE
(48)
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
Climb Ugong Rock then brave the 800m
zipline. After the rush, trek along the trails of
Sabang on the way to the Underground River.
Back in the city, feast on fresh grilled seafood and
refreshing fruit shakes at Ka Lui’s.
BYNIGHT
Be soothed by the live musical
performance while dining in the artsy caravans of
Gypsy’s Lair at Mercado San Miguel. You can also
sample their Asian and European cuisines. If you’re
looking for a funkier vibe, head to Tiki Resto Bar.
SLEEP
Palo Alto Bed and Breakfast at Brgy
San Pedro is an eco-friendly inn. Relax in cozy
wooden structures and savor the amazing view of
the city forest.
BEST BREAKFAST
A selection
of coffee-based beverages and freshly
baked pastries at Itoy’s Coffee Haus.
BEST SOUVENIRS
Native
handicrafts, freshwater pearls and
cashew brittle.
BEST BUYS
Exit the airport for a
ride to the city center. You only have
to pay PHP8 compared to PHP50 for
airport tricycles.
AREA CODE
(48)
CURRENCY
Philippine Peso (PHP1 = US$0.02)
TOUCHDOWN
From the airport, take a shuttle
to Coron town, 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
Take the Coron Island Tour and visit
Kayangan Lake, Barracuda Lake, Twin Peaks,
Siete Pecados and CYC Beach. It’s an experience
you shouldn’t miss. Plus, the view of the sunset at
the top of Mount Tapyas is well worth the hike.
BY NIGHT
Maquinit Hotspring is a beautiful place
to hang out in the evening. It is great for relaxing
after the day-long tour of Coron Island or after
hiking in Mount Tapyas. You can also party all
night at Subasco Bar.
SLEEP
El Rio Y Mar in Coron, Busuanga is
an exclusive resort offering a perfect blend of
luxury and nature.
roo
ms@
elrioymar.com
DIDYOU
KNOW?
The Ugong Rock zipline is 330
meters long.
