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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
about an hour; call for more information.
Tel: +63 (928) 408 3105, (921) 265 2210
SEE &DO
Coron is all about snorkeling
and diving in many areas of the island,
whether it would be in Kayangan Lake,
Siete Pecados or Twin Lagoon. You can
also try fish feeding and swimming in
Skeleton Wreck and enjoy its blue-green
water. At night, you can relax at the
Maquinit Hot Spring.
SLEEP
Stay at the newly opened,
Spanish-inspired Sophia’s Garden Resort.
EAT
Go to El Comidor Sophia Bar and
Restaurant and try their chili crab, grilled
tanigue and other seafood specialties.
SHOP
You can purchase Palawan’s
famous
lamayo
(
dried fish) at the local
market in Coron.
MUST-TRY
Aside from diving, climbing
the 700-plus steps of Mount Tapyas is a
must. The view from the top is amazing.
SAMUEL DE LEON
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.
SEE &DO
The Underground River in
Sabang, which is a 90-minute drive from
Puerto Princesa, is worth the trip. Also,
rent a tricycle or join a city tour for a visit
to the crocodile farm, Iwahig Prison and
Baker’s Hill. End the day with a seafood
dinner in the middle of Puerto Princesa
Bay facing the Baywalk.
SLEEP
Sheridan Beach Resort is highly
recommended. It’s quite pricey, but worth
it.
EAT
For great seafood and cozy
ambiance, go to KaLui restaurant. For a
more affordable option, go to Kinabuch.
SHOP
Grab some souvenir items like
keychains and other trinkets from the
shops at the airport.
INSIDER TIP
When going to the airport,
walk along Rizal Avenue and check out
the handicrafts while waiting for check-in.
Michelle
Tiotangco
hotelier /
entrepreneur
Jakob
Nielsen
manager
PHILIPPINES
PUERTOPRINCESA
PHILIPPINES
BUSUANGA(CORON)
LESTER EDESMA
AL LINSANGAN
Puerto Princesa's Subterranean
River is 8.2km long.
DIDYOU
KNOW?
