Palawan Among Top 10 Trending Destinations for 2024
Take this as your sign to go on a Palawan trip soon.
(SPOT.ph) Palawan Island just got another badge of honor: it recently snagged a slot in Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards, ranking fourth in a list of 25 of the world's best destinations this year.
Tripadvisor commends Palawan's suitability for multi-day and extended tours, making it the perfect escape for all types of travelers. Whether you crave adventure, relaxation, or both, the island promises an unforgettable experience.
As the world's largest travel platform puts it, "Palawan is a slice of heaven, a sliver of an island that teems with exotic wildlife, quaint fishing villages, and Unesco World Heritage Sites."
The Palawan writeup also invites travelers to explore the Japanese shipwrecks of Coron Island, regarded as one of the world's best dive sites. It also suggests a boat tour of the majestic Puerto Princesa Underground River.
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What is the Tripadvisor's Traveler's Choice Awards?
The Travelers’ Choice Awards is an annual recognition of destinations, hotels, restaurants, and things to do based on reviews and ratings on Tripadvisor consolidated throughout the year.
The Trending Destinations category highlights up-and-coming locations gaining significant popularity among Tripadvisor's audience. Tokyo topped the list of Trending Destinations in the World, followed by Seoul, then Halong Bay, and then Palawan Island.
Things to do in Palawan
For starters, there are many attractive sights across the island. From its beaches to its underground caves, Palawan has much to offer.
You can go island hopping on El Nido, which is located on the northern tip. Known for its stunning beaches, clear waters, and limestone cliffs, there are plenty of Instagram-worthy spots around the El Nido area. Many island hopping tours are also available, so going around and seeing the rock formations won't be difficult.
You might also want to add Siete Pecados Marine Park to your itinerary, which recently bagged the prestigious Blue Park Award. Marvel at the vast area's blue waters, coral reefs, mangrove forests, and seagrass meadows.