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ISLAND HOPPING

Island hopping in different islands is a must-do activities when visiting Philippines.🌊

Here are the island hopping of Siargao, Boracay, and Puerto Princesa.🏖️.

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ISLAND HOPPING IN SIARGAO🐚

1. DAKU ISLAND – is the grandest island in Siargao. Its wide white-sand beach with crystal clear blue water will surely give you a superb swimming experience. Aside from being the biggest in landmass, this island is also large in terms of seafood serving. Enjoy a delightful lunch here by gorging on large fishes, squids, crabs, and more—that are freshly caught from thesource.https://www.wonderingwanderer.com/daku-island-siargao-surigao-del-norte-blog/

2. GUYAM ISLAND –It is an islet that has a small stretch of powdery-white sand and dotted with coconut trees. It also has interesting coral rock formations that are perfect for snorkeling.https://www.vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles/Guyam-Island-The-Miniature-Tropical-Paradise-of-Siargao 

ISLAND HOPPING IN BORACAY🐚

1. CRYSTAL COVE ISLAND -Crystal Cove Island Resort is a private beach island near Boracay. The main attractions of the island are its 2 coves and white sand beaches, which offer great opportunities for swimming and snorkelling in the clear blue waters just off the shore.https://ph.hotels.com/go/philippines/crystal-cove-island

2. MAGIC ISLAND –Magic Island is surrounded by crystal clear waters, white sand, a rich marine life beneath its shores. It is a popular cliff-jumping spot, famous for its unique diving platforms that feature varying heights depending on your preference.https://guidetothephilippines.ph/trips-and-experiences/tours-by-destination/boracay-magic-island-half-day-tour-with-lunch-hotel-pick-up

ISLAND HOPPING IN PUERTO PRINCESA🐚

1. HONDA BAY ISLAND -Honda Bay is one of the most popular tourist attraction in Puerto Princesa well known for its white sand beaches, wonderful landscapes and coral reef, home to abundant marine life.https://www.travel-palawan.com/honda-bay-travel-guide/honda-bay-attractions/

2. COWRIE ISLAND -Cowrie Island lays off the coast close to the growing city of Puerto Princesa. It is part of the famous Honda Bay coastline which is North of the city. Known for its crystal clear blue water and white sandy beaches, it is the perfect place to visit whilst staying in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Cowrie Island forms part of the famous Island Hopping Tours that Palawan is known for.https://unexploredfootsteps.com/2020/08/12/cowrie-island-puerto-princesa/

DELICACIES

These are the delicacies from different islands that you must try!🤩

•SIARGAO

Sayongsong. This famous Surigao delicacy is a “kakanin” wrapped in banana leaves with the color and consistency of a “puto” or rice cake. It’s made up of glutinous rice, brown sugar, calamansi juice, roasted peanut, and coconut milk. Sayongsong comes out wrapped in banana leaves. Some people say it tastes like “puto” but with coconut milk. This can be easily found in public markets, food stalls, and “pasalubong” shops. http://www.surigaotoday.com/2012/07/top-5-delicacies-from-surigao.html?m=1

•BORACAY

Crab rice is a prime example of the Filipinos inventiveness in the kitchen as well as their love for rice. In fact, no meal is complete unless rice is part of it. Hence, it is the regular of companion of a viand during mealtimes. https://www.top10todolist.com/local-cuisine-of-philippines-boracay.html

•PUERTO PRINCESA

Lechon kawali is all the about the crunch and the tender meat. Although Palawan is famous for its seafood platters, the island’s lechon kawali is also a must-try dish. This pork belly dish is best enjoyed as a viand (an especially tasty, savory dish) or pulutan(simply referred to a bar food). Whichever way you wish to try this local delicacy, it will be scrumptious.https://tasteoftheplace.com/8-local-delicacies-to-try-when-visiting-puerto-princesa-palawan/

PLACES

•SIARGAO

Siargao is an island of nine municipalities in the province of Surigao del Norte. Known as the “Surfing Capital of the Philippines”, Siargao is mainly responsible for introducing surfing to the country. Apart from surfing, Siargao is also open to other activities such as cave explorations and rock climbing.https://www.pwc.com/ph/en/gems/siargao.html

•BORACAY

Boracay is a tropical island surrounded by stunning white sand beaches and clear blue waters located about an hour’s flight from Cebu or Manila just off the larger Philippines island of Panay.https://wikitravel.org/en/Boracay

•PUERTO PRINSESA

Puerto Princesa is the 2nd most popular holiday destination in the province, behind El Nido. Recognised as the cleanest and greenest city in the Philippines, the capital of Palawan offers a pleasant urban environment nestled in splendid natural surroundings that include great beaches and pristine forested hills.https://ph.hotels.com/go/philippines/mini-guide-puerto-princesa