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  1. lrbrugby avatar

    2 months in The Philippines

    by lrbrugby 15 May 2012

    Hi everyone, This post is a little bit early as I won't be travelling to The Philippines until about March 2013 but I want to get as…

  2. Herbie47 avatar

    RE: cultural philippines

    by Herbie47 15 May 2012

    Not many temples or ancient cities, for those you are better off going to Cambodia and Laos. Boracay is one of the top beach resort in…

  3. ozdocos avatar

    RE: El Nido Snorkeling and Lagoon Tour, Palawan, Philippines

    by ozdocos 04 May 2012

    Hi Ashley Ive just been there, here is some info on accommodation choices https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmVPWo_RyHA port barton had…

  4. surfboy avatar

    RE: Palawan / El Nido during August - September

    by surfboy 01 May 2012

    Very difficult to predict the weather but August is not normally the time for peak rainfall in Palawan so you should get some sunny days.…

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    RE: Palawan in May, advice........

    by Herbie47 27 April 2012

    I would not leave money/valuables in your room, there have been thefts from rooms in Sabang. Sabang is OK but 3 days would be too long,…

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    RE: Puerto Princesa to El Nido, Roxas, Sabang - recommend Roro Bus

    by Herbie47 18 April 2012

    For Palawan, PP, Sabang, Port Barton, El Nido and then ferry to Coron. For diving I think Coron area is best bet. I would say PP 1 day,…

  7. surfboy avatar

    RE: Palawan

    by surfboy 17 April 2012

    For Palawan I would say do Honda Bay Day trip from PP then Sabang or Port Barton for few days and the rest in El Nido doing Island Hopping!…

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    RE: Palawan

    by surfboy 15 April 2012

    If you intend to fly to Puerto Princesa in Palawan you will need to do so from Cebu. That would make a trip to Sipalay and back to Cebu…

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    RE: Palawan Vs. Visayas. First time in the Philippines.

    by Herbie47 12 April 2012

    Did not see any in El Nido but the sea was prob. too rough when I went. I was quite impressed with the the guys at Port Barton who were…

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    RE: Palawan Vs. Visayas. First time in the Philippines.

    by PIkayaker 12 April 2012

    There's a good kayaking operation based in Bohol, using real sit-in touring kayaks. Also quite good diving, snorkeling, and beaches in…

  11. Herbie47 avatar

    RE: Palawan Vs. Visayas. First time in the Philippines.

    by Herbie47 12 April 2012

    You can do kayaking at Port Barton and the sea is usually calmer there, nice beach also unlike El Nido which is not great. PI is not cheap…

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    RE: how long in El Nido and Puerto Princesa?

    by Herbie47 10 April 2012

    Spent 1 night in PP, 3 in EN, 2 in Port Barton and 1 in Sabang. With 6 I would prob. skip PB. Port Barton is nice but not the easiest…

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    RE: Palawan Suggestions for 2 weeks in May

    by Herbie47 09 April 2012

    Port Barton is good, wide choice of Hotels and guesthouses along the beach which is much better than El Nido's, Sabang is worth a visit…

  14. surfboy avatar

    RE: Palawan Suggestions for 2 weeks in May

    by surfboy 09 April 2012

    Sounds good for 2 weeks, but just make sure of the ferry connection timings between Coron and El Ndo. The wrecks in Coron are superb and…

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    RE: Palawan Suggestions for 2 weeks in May

    by michaelr0 09 April 2012

    Port Barton is a nice quiet area, less touristy and cheaper. You can get there by boat from El Nido which apparently is very scenic. …

  16. Jagman avatar

    RE: visiting Palawan

    by Jagman 08 April 2012

    I was agreeing with you about the beach at PB. In Sabang I stayed at Tribal cottages for 1 night (near Mary's cottages) and Roberts for…

  17. Herbie47 avatar

    RE: visiting Palawan

    by Herbie47 08 April 2012

    Shuttle van (Fort Wally) take 6 hours inc. lunch break. Sabang is not the best place to stop, Port Barton I much preferred. El Nido of…

  18. tools4fools avatar

    RE: visiting Palawan

    by tools4fools 08 April 2012

    The 3 standard stops, Sabang, Port Barton and El Nido are all worth visiting, each have their own attractions. Allocate 10-12 days if…

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    RE: 24 Days in Philippines - Where to Go?

    by loubbylou 03 April 2012

    michaelr0, I agree with PIkayaker, it would probably be worth paying more to avoid backtracking. and I just have to say to the OP who…

  20. Invincible_Gamera avatar

    RE: Vietnam or Philippines for first SE Asia trip?

    by Invincible_Gamera 29 March 2012

    For a two week holiday, I'd pick the Philippines for sure. Money won't be a problem for you, so the higher prices for accommodation in…

  21. dutchpickle avatar

    RE: 1 month - done thailand to death, looking for beach life

    by dutchpickle 19 March 2012

    ditto Palawan... El Nido http://www.dutchpickle.com/philippines/palawan/around-town-el-nido-palawan.html Port Barton http://www.dutc…

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    RE: Working Vacation

    by defenestrator 11 March 2012

    >What would be a nice location in Palawan with reliable internet? I haven't been there before. Would El Nido or Port Barton be feasible?…

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    RE: Working Vacation

    by egjeg 11 March 2012

    Thanks NG. What would be a nice location in Palawan with reliable internet? I haven't been there before. Would El Nido or Port Barton…

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    RE: Robinson Crusoe-style camping around Palawan/Busuanga

    by madmadi 09 March 2012

    We are going 24th April - 18th May. The best weather, cheap flights, holidays booked at work, but as you said, many tourists in that period.…

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    RE: Robinson Crusoe-style camping around Palawan/Busuanga

    by stevejoh 09 March 2012

    I can't help you much on this, but there are quite a few islands around the Port Barton area. Some are visited by tourists on day trips,…

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