Introducing Puerto Princesa
The bustling capital of Palawan is generally regarded as little more than a jumping-off point for excursions elsewhere on the island. Often overlooked as an attraction in its own right, this underrated town has some decent hotels and good restaurants, and is an excellent base from which to explore central and southern Palawan. 'Puerto', as the locals call it, is certainly clean and relaxed in comparison to Manila, but tricycle jams on Rizal Ave, the main street, go pretty far toward shattering any illusions of a tropical paradise.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Never knew this...
by mrsteve38 13 September 2011
Surfboy..I went to the Dumaguete jail a couple of years back (visiting a distant relative of the mrs). There were 4 of us. We had to leave…
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RE: Palawan Info..
by surfboy 12 September 2011
If your there for New Year then El Nido would be best. Port Barton, although a really nice place will be very very quiet. At least El…
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RE: Palawan Info..
by verargulla 11 September 2011
My suggestion is that you base yourself in Puerto Princesa City, the provincial capital. More info soon. :) We'll be visiting ourselves…
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