palawan is a lovely island, i ventured north to el nido.. the drive took 6 hours from puerta princessa in an over crowded mini bus..and the road was not in good shape to say the least, but i believe they are constantly improving the road...
wen i finally arrived i was really impressed with the views and with the appartment id booked .. it was on the beach doorstep and the room was excellent with a sea view and balcony.. there is also cooking facilities available and a small bar and an open eating area.. there is only 3 rooms and now the owners sublet their house which is on higher ground approx 800 steps up ... but still adjecent to the appartments.. 2nd and 3rd floor are the best of the 3 rooms .. the house also is a nice place with every facility u would need and great views..
bancas are available to take you on the daily sight seeing trips around the islands for around 1500pesos which includes a beach bbq on the most lovely of islands.. scuba or snorkling is the best ive seen .. the corals are so amazing and sea life is incredible..the trips vary from 5 hours to 6 .. or if u wish u can pay a lesser price and go with the tourists on a bigger banca.
there are some lovely beach restos and some nice bars their too..
el nido is similar to how boracay was in its very early days ..
makulay lodge is the name of the appartments and is owned by a guy from west ham and his filipino partner a great couple then they have a son too called likha he will keep u entertained once he knows you lol
there is also a high class area i think its called miniloc just a lovely island some distance from el nido but with superb houses on stilts ..these are more so for the high earner brackets or koreans on their honey moon..
el nido ..highly recommended
