Palawan
Palawan in the Philippines continues to take pride of place in the annual “best” lists of such upscale travel magazines as Conde Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, and National Geographic Traveler. And for the best of reasons: this archipelago of 1,780 islands and islets offers one-of-a-kind tropical adventures and astonishing vistas, including limestone bluffs rising from the sea, secluded sugar-fine white beaches, awesome scuba diving sites, and swathes of coral reefs and virgin forests, among other superlative treats. What’s more, this island-province straddling the South China Sea and the Sulu Sea is not beset by tourist overcrowding…yet. Boasting not just one but two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Palawan is a treasure trove of wildlife and biodiversity—and gentle, friendly people welcoming you to its thrilling seascapes and mountainscapes. Palawan has a lot to offer for adventure seekers out there. From fun water activities such as snorkeling and diving to exciting island hopping and caving, the island has what it takes to keep any outsider want to stay.