By Scott Taylor · June 5, 2026
Where to Stay in El Nido: Best Areas & Hotels (2026)
The best hotels in El Nido by area — town, Corong-Corong, Las Cabanas and Lio Beach — plus budget and beachfront picks, and how to choose where to stay.
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By Scott Taylor · June 5, 2026
How to Get to El Nido from Manila: Flights, Vans & Ferries (2026)
Every realistic way to get from Manila to El Nido — the direct AirSWIFT flight, the cheaper Puerto Princesa van route, costs, times, and which to pick.
By Scott Taylor · June 5, 2026
Where to Stay in Siargao: Best Areas & Hotels (2026)
The best areas and hotels in Siargao — General Luna, Cloud 9, Malinao and Pacifico — with specific places to stay for surfers, couples, families and budget travellers.
By Scott Taylor · June 5, 2026
Where to Stay in Coron, Palawan: Best Areas & Hotels (2026)
The best areas and hotels in Coron — town proper, the hillside resorts just outside, and secluded island resorts — with picks for every budget and how to choose.
By Scott Taylor · June 5, 2026
How to Get to Coron from Manila: Flights & Ferries (2026)
Every way to get from Manila to Coron — the fast flight to Busuanga, the overnight ferry, the 2026 routing changes via Clark and Cebu, costs and which to pick.
By Scott Taylor · June 5, 2026
El Nido vs Coron: Which Palawan Base Should You Choose? (2026)
El Nido vs Coron compared — beaches, lagoons, diving, nightlife, cost and getting there — so you can pick the right Palawan base, or do both.
By Scott Taylor · May 22, 2026
How to Get to Siargao from Manila: A 2026 Guide
Every way to get from Manila to Siargao — flights, ferries, costs, and which option is best for your trip.
By Scott Taylor · May 15, 2026
7-Day Philippines Itinerary for First-Time Visitors (2026)
A tested 7-day route covering Manila, Cebu, and either Boracay or El Nido — with where to stay, what to skip, and realistic costs.
By Scott Taylor · May 8, 2026
The Best Time to Visit the Philippines: A Month-by-Month Guide
When to go (and when to avoid) the Philippines based on weather, crowds, and prices. Includes typhoon season warnings and shoulder-season tips.
By Scott Taylor · May 1, 2026
Boracay vs El Nido: Which Should You Visit in 2026?
A side-by-side comparison of the Philippines' two most famous beach destinations — beaches, cost, vibe, and who each one is for.