El Nido is on the north of Palawan Island in the Philippines. A cute little town full of guesthouses and restaurants is bordered by long, clean white sand beaches and surrounded by an archipelago of lush green islands rising out of the azure sea. Several different day-long boat tours leave from the harbour and take you to different sites for snorkelling, kayaking, a picnic lunch and beach time. My three days here were a highlight of my trip to the Philippines and I could easily have stayed longer. #leaveyourmark #urbanexplorer #lightthecity #philippines #beach #sun #sand #tropical

Puerto Princesa is the capital of Palawan province in the Philippines. The island's main airport is here and it's a convenient hub for visiting other places in Palawan like El Nido and the underground river. But Puerto Princesa is a destination in its own right, with diverse attractions. Getting There - Flights from Manila and elsewhere arrive at Puerto Princesa Airport, which is unusually close to the city centre. It's actually possible to walk into town from there, though a rickshaw or taxi is not expensive. Attractions - Puerto Princesa is famous for its beautiful, imposing cathedral. There are also several nice beaches. Hotels - This is a major tourist area and there are many hotels and guesthouses. Food & Restaurants - A range of food is available, particularly along the main street through town and in Chinatown. Its also home to Palawan's first microbrewery, which has a wonderful outdoor bar. Definitely spend an evening chilling there. Money - There are few places to exchange money except for American dollars, and bank machines don't accept all types of cards. Pawn shops may exchange other currencies but the rate is very unfavourable. If you have currency other than USD it's a good idea to change it at Manila Airport. The rate is better than anywhere on Palawan. Although you'll probably come to Palawan for other places, especially El Nido, it's worth spending a few days at the beginning or end of your trip in Puerto Princesa. #leaveyourmark #lightthecity #urbanexplorer #philippines #palawan #beach #cathedral #foodieheaven #tropical

As the north of Palawan has only recently made its debut on the traveler radar, you can find a gem out there.If Coron isn’t already on your Bucket List, then get a pen ready! What used to be a sleepy fishing town is slowly waking up to welcome tourists to explore.Coron has natural wonders that defy logic and make you question reality. Swim through underwater mountains, visit hidden lagoons, snorkel over otherworldly reefs, lounge on baby powder sand beaches- the adventures never stop.Explore the best things to do in Coron like the Barracuda Lake, Lake Kayangan, Twin Lagoons, Siete Pecados, Malcapuya Island, Bulog Island, Banana Island and Mt Tapyas to name a few. #urbanexplorer #lightthecity

Malcapuya Island is a environmental beauty. It's idyllic white sand strip is perfect for a day of tanning and splashing about in the cool water.Rather than reggae bars and guesthouses, you have jungle forests and pre-packed picnics. There are huts for accommodation too.The beach is usually very quiet, which means there is more space for you and your photo opportunities. No matter if you’re working with a smartphone or a professional camera, every shot turns out super Instagram-worthy. The pristine white sand and crystal clear water is the pride of this place. Coconut trees surrounds the island too. This island is a gem. Have it in your travel goals too. #lightthecity #urbanexplorer

Luli Island got its name because its sandbar appears and disappears (lulubog and lilitaw), depending on the tide. This is part of the Honda Bay Island hopping tour you can do from Puerto Princesa city. It has powdery cream-colored sand and clear emerald waters perfect for swimming and beach bumming. The island is small and you can explore it entirely with a ample time. The island have a complex for tourists for eating especially on lunchtime. During our tour, I have a great time relaxing in the hammocks provide. I had a wonderful swimming time there too. Visit Palawan and add this little paradise on your bucket list too. #lightthecity #urbanexplorer

Miniloc Island’s Small Lagoon is just one of the many unbelievably beautiful lagoons in El Nido, Palawan. Small Lagoon is not too intimidating, although it can still overwhelm, and is a welcoming sight for nature revelers.The Small Lagoon is a bit hidden. Unlike the Big Lagoon next door, which has a big open channel, the Small Lagoon can only be entered through a tiny crack in the limestone rock wall. It’s only possible to swim inside or enter with a kayak (make sure to duck your head it really is a tight entrance). This makes the Small Lagoon pretty special and it has a uique atmosphere inside the narrow lagoon.You would definitely enjoy kayaking here. #lightthecity #urbanexplorer

Tour A, B, C & D are all visiting different islands and all tours are stunning. Stunning lagoons, movie-like islands, beautiful wildlife, it’s all in these tours. The two most visited spots in El Nido are the Small Lagoon and Big Lagoon of Miniloc Island, both used to be part of Tour A, which covers Miniloc Island. For the longest time, Tour A was the most popular island tour, attracting more tourists than all the other three by a mile. In effect, these sites are prone to overcrowding. To address the problem, in November 2018, the local government split the two apart and reassigned Small Lagoon to Tour D. Please note too that taking plastic bottles to the islands is not allowed. #lightthecity #urbanexplorer

El Nido houses the most beautiful locations in the world. El Nido is located at the most northern tip of Palawan Island. Hidden lagoons, limestone formations, sandbanks, stunning islands with white beaches and blue water are just the tip of what the islands in the Philippines have in store for you. The El Nido island hopping tours are the most popular reason to visit this little town.El Nido has become one of the most popular locations to visit in the Philippines. Find out about the things to do in El Nido in your visit too. Add it in your travel goals. #lightthecity #urbanexplorer

Starfish Island is a snorkeling location near Puerto Princesa. The island has a small number of stilt huts as accommodation. Named Starfish Island – it doesn’t take long to figure out how this particular island got its name! There are so many Starfish littering the shallow waters surrounding this tiny island! Some Starfish preferred to hang out in the water itself, while others seemed to prefer hanging out on the sand.The island is small and wouldn't take your entire time to roam around. You can join in a tour or may hire a private boat to explore this island. Visit Palawan and add this little paradise on your bucket list too. #lightthecity #urbanexplorer