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5 Interesting Facts About Coron vs El Nido for

🏝️ El Nido is composed of 45 islands and islets
🇯🇵 Coron is known for Japanese shipwrecks from WWII
🐚 El Nido is home to over 50 white sand beaches
🪷 Coron is El Nido’s more laid back sibling
🦋 There are 200+ endemic species in Palawan

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🆚 El Nido vs Coron: Which Filipino Island Should You Visit?

El Nido vs Coron: Which Filipino Island Should You Visit? Have to choose between El Nido vs Coron? We outline the two destinations such as outdoor adventure, budget, nightlife, beaches, and more.

5 Interesting Facts About the Philippines for

🏝️ The Philippines is made up of over 7,000 islands
✝️ The Philippines is the only predominantly Christian Asian country
🗣 There are 170+ dialects in the Philippines
⚕️ The country is the largest supplier of nurses to the world
🥥 The Philippines is the 2nd largest producer of coconuts

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🇵🇭 2 Weeks in the Philippines: Short Itinerary for Social Travelers

2 Weeks in the Philippines: Short Itinerary for Social Travelers Explore a short itinerary for 2 weeks in the Philippines. This guide includes where to go, see, and stay for an unforgettable trip.

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🌇 12 Hours in Manila: Planning a Layover in the Philippines' Capital

12 Hours in Manila: Planning a Layover in the Philippines' Capital Have a long layover and 12 hours in Manila to kill? Check out our guide on things to do and see in the capital of the Philippines.

5 Interesting Facts About Manila for

🌃 Manila is the most densely populated city in the world
🎓 The University of Santo Tomas is Asia’s oldest university (founded in 1611)
🚌 Locals commonly take Jeepneys as a preferred method of transportation
🏮 Manila’s Chinatown (Binondo) is the oldest in the world
🌊 After Tokyo, Manila is the 2nd city most affected by natural disasters

5 Things to Know About Coron, The Philippines for

🛶 Lake Kayangan is the cleanest lake in the Philippines
💥 Coron is home to various WWII ship wrecks
🦒 The Calauit Wildlife Sanctuary in Coron has giraffes!
⛰️ Coron is made up of limestone cliffs formed 260 million years ago
🐟 Swim in Lake Barracuda for a chance to see a barracuda!

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⛵ The Best Time to Go to Coron, Palawan: An Unforgettable Island Weekend

The Best Time to Go to Coron, Palawan: An Unforgettable Island Weekend Coron is a wonderful paradise in Palawan, the Philippines. Explore the best time to go to Coron and explore the island on a weekend.

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⛵ The Best Time to Go to Coron, Palawan: An Unforgettable Island Weekend

What are the 3 most popular boat tours?

🐠 CORON ISLAND ULTIMATE TOUR (we did this one and loved it)
➤ Kayangan Lake
➤ Twin Lagoon
➤ Siete Pecados Marine Park
➤ Banol Beach Skeleton Wreck
➤ C*C Beach

🐠 CORON ISLAND ESCAPADE TOUR
➤ Malcapuya Island
➤ Banana Island
➤ Bulog Dos Island

🐠 REEF AND WRECKS TOUR
➤ East Tangat Wreck
➤ Lusong Gunboat Wreck
➤ Coral Garden
➤ Pass Island

📍 El Nido, Palawan, The Philippines

Here are some frequently asked questions about visiting El Nido!

📅 How many days should you stay in El Nido?
2 days in El Nido is the perfect amount of time to spend in the town as you can dedicate one day to relaxation and one day to a boat tour. If you go during the weekend, it allows you to explore some of the nightlife options, with great bars near the beach area and very lively hostels.

🆚 Which is better, Coron or El Nido?
Coron and El Nido are both fantastic islands in the Philippines, but they definitely have different vibes. Both areas have wonderful island hopping and full-day boat tours.

El Nido has a younger crowd with more nightlife and a lot of beautiful beaches along the shoreline. Most hostels and accommodations will have a beachfront property.

On the other hand, Coron is more laid back and quieter, although their center area has fantastic restaurants to try.

Coron has no inland beaches, and a boat is needed to get to all of the sandy beaches!

🔒 Is El Nido safe?
Yes, El Nido feels incredibly safe! My friend and I (two young females) went to the Philippines last year and thought that El Nido was very safe. Not only are there a bunch of other young travelers, but the locals are incredibly nice.

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5 Things to Know About El Nido, The Philippines for

🪺 El Nido means “the nest” thanks to the nest made of cliffs in the area
🏝️ El Nido is comprised of over 45 different islands
𓆉 El Nido is a turtle sanctuary, a marine reserve, & a resource protected area
🦜 El Nido is home to over 100 species of birds and marine animals
🎥 El Nido was a filming location for Bourne Legacy

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🪸 2 Days in El Nido, Palawan: Island Hopping Paradise in the Philippines

2 Days in El Nido, Palawan: Island Hopping Paradise in the Philippines Explore the perfect itinerary for 2 days in El Nido, complete with sun tanning, beaches, and the best island hopping experience of your life.