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PALAWAN. The limestone rocks and the clear blue waters are the highlights of Kayangan Lake, a high-end tourist attraction in Coron, Palawan. Photo by Amanda Lago / Rappler
MANILA, Philippines – Palawan and Cebu were counted among the best islands in the world by [+49] in 2018. The annual ranking of the New York-based magazine lists the 15 best islands. Destinations around the world based on reader surveys.
Palawan dropped a few spots from his number rank in 2017 and 2016, taking sixth place this year. He was closely followed by Cebu, who rejoined the list at number 8, after the last standings in 2016.
The Indonesian Islands topped the list this year, with Lombok third, Bali second and Java taking the first place
Palawan in the south of Luzon is known to be home to the main tourist destinations Puerto Princesa, El Nido and Coron. Puerto Princesa, the capital, is the starting point for tours of the famous underground river, while El Nido is popular for its islands and limestone lagoons. Coron, meanwhile, is the favorite of divers where many wrecks from the era of World War II can be found. (READ OUT: Planning Your Vacation in Palawan: El Nido or Coron?)
Cebu, in the central Visayas, is popular for both outdoor activities and cultural activities. Southern Cebu is known for its waterfalls and canyoning. The capital, Cebu City, allows travelers to explore Cebu's famous cuisine. It is also the center of the Sinulog festival, which annually attracts groups of tourists for its religious importance and its famous street festivals.
Boracay – who took third place in 2017 and is a pillar on the rankings – was not on the list this year. The island, once a favorite of tourists, was called a cesspool by President Rodrigo Duterte in February, and was then closed on his orders in April. – Rappler.com
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