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Palawan
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Travel Information
Palawan is a long stretch of land located in the Southern Tagalog Region. It has some of the country’s best luxury beach resorts, pristine white sand beaches, dive spots and marine sanctuaries.
What to try
If there is one dish that is characteristic of any province, Palawan’s would definitely be chao long, a Vietnamese noodle soup that was brought to the country by Vietnamese nationals who are married to Filipinos in the province and have adopted the Philippines as their new home. Chao long is basically made of flat rice noodles with an aromatic broth (your choice of beef or pork), served with a garnish of calamansi, sprigs of basil and mint.
Palawan’s coral reefs are considered a favorite among many diving enthusiasts. If you have the time and the knack for adventure, rent a local motorbanca to take you to nearby diving spots where you can experience the diverse and colorful marine life that lay beneath the ocean. Ask your hotel for snorkeling or scuba diving options (and if they offer diving lessons, as well).
Attractions
Aside from the pristine white sand beaches of El Nido, Coron and Puerto Princesa, Palawan is also renowned for its protection of the Tubbataha Reefs. The Tubbataha Reefs Natural Marine Park is one of the most well-managed marine parks in the country. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Subterranean River Nature Park is a popular attraction among those who visit Puerto Princesa. Set against the backdrop of a tropical rainforest, this 8.2 kilometer-long underground river park is also home to a wide variety of wildlife. The park is one of Palawan’s more famous ecotourism spots, where the local government and environmental groups emphasize the preservation of the beauty of these natural resources.
Festivals
Pagdiwata Festival
Full moon of December
The Pagdiwata Ritual Festival is celebrated annually December by the Tagbanua people of Palawan, where they offer prayers to the deceased and express their gratitude to the deities for healing the sick. Festival activities include planting, war dances, singing and dancing.
Pagdiwata Arts Festival
Full moon of April
The Pagdiwata Arts Festival, which is inspired by the Pagdiwata Festival, celebrates the Pagdiwata through the use of art such as dancing, singing, theater acting, painting and film-making.
Our Palawan Vacation Packages
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| Club Paradise, Northern Palawan | from $469.00 |
| Includes 2-night accommodation in air-conditioned cottage with full board meals, roundtrip airfare (MNL-Busuanga-MNL), land and boat transfers, use of resort facilities, resort-programmed activities and full-time services of Activity Officers. | |
| Dos Palmas Resort, Arreceffi Island, Palawan | from $619.00 |
| Includes 2-night accommodation in own air-conditioned cottage with full board meals, roundtrip airfare (MNL-Puerto Princesa-MNL), land and boat transfers, lunch at nearby picnic sites, complimentary coffee or tea all day, choice of Discover Scuba or Filipino Massage per person, use of swimming pool, jacuzzi children’s playground, ocean kayaks, snorkeling equipment and recreation centers, speedboat transfers to nearby snorkeling an picnic sites and services of a guest officer and marine sports guide. | |
| Miniloc Island Resort, El Nido | from $869.00 |
| Includes 2-night accommodation in air-conditioned cottage with full board meals, roundtrip airfare (MNL-El Nido-MNL), boat transfers, fruit juices during breakfast, coffe & tea during meals, buri bag in room, services of a guest activity coordinator and marine sports guide, exciting land and water activities, use of non-motorized watersports equipment and complimentary use of mask, snorkel and fins. | |
| Lagen El Nido | from $979.00 |
| Includes 2-night accommodation in air-conditioned cottage with full board meals, roundtrip airfare (MNL-El Nido-MNL), boat transfers, fruit juices during breakfast, coffe & tea during meals, buri bag in room, services of a guest activity coordinator and marine sports guide, exciting land and water activities, use of non-motorized watersports equipment and complimentary use of mask, snorkel and fins. | |
Note: Prices depend on travel dates and are subject to change without prior notice. Rates are applicable for twin occupancy per person. Surcharge applies during peak season. Credit card payments are subject to 5% surcharge. Group rates are available upon request. Valid until March 31, 2011 only.
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