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Hi,
I'm going to the Philippines the first week of May. I initially was planning on going to Boracay, but I’m discovering there are a ton of great islands/beaches/resorts. My main goal is to relax at the beach and go snorkeling/kayaking. I would prefer to say at hotels around the $100-200 range, but I’m willing to spend more if it’s a great hotel. Any ideas/suggestions.
Thanks.
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Which beach to go in the Philippines?
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Have you looked into Palawan? Lots of hotel options there. Also good snorkeling on Bohol (Balicasag and Pamilacan). I haven't been myself, but did at one point explore the possiblity.
White Beach in Boracay
El Nido in Palawan
Panglao in Bohol
Mactan in Cebu
All eyes are on CARAMOAN ISLANDS in Camarines Sur. It was the venue of Survivor France (Kohlanta). Haven't been there but raves are everywhere.
Bohol is a good choice if you dont want the busy-ness of Boracay.
Palawan is very good too (choices within palawan will be Coron, El Nido or Honda Bay)
Mactan Island in Cebu has great beaches and diving. Bohols about 2 1/2 hours away. Palawan is a great choice but you will be limited may be limited depending on what else you want to here. You can get idea of what these destinations have to offer here. http://hubpages.com/hub/Philippines-Travel-Guide
So, have you settled on what beach to go to? I wouldn't blame jyoung because with 7,100 islands, it's really quite hard to choose. Best I think is to bundle them together since there are ferries that can take you say - from Bohol to Cebu. Or from Cagayan de Oro, Camiguin, Bukidnon, Davao.
Enjoy!
I would cautuion about going to Palawan- its south and that is an area where they have had problems in the past with rebels. It is a very nice area with great resorts and beaches but.....