The Magical Coron

The Magical Coron

One of my most memorable trips was my first time traveling with my brother - in Coron, Palawan. Tagging cool friends along doubled the fun and excitement.

The Coron Island in Palawan is probably one of the most beautiful places I have visited. Like different parts of a dream, you wouldn't know what each chapter will bring.

Mystical. Magical. It's like Enya's music on a Sunday morning.


45 minutes away from Manila via plane to Francisco B. Reyes Airport in Busanga, Coron, a relatively recent discovery as a beautiful tourist spot, is in the province of Palawan. It covers part of Busuanga and the nearby Coron Island. Both islands are part of the Calamian Group of Islands in northern Palawan.

Places to See


The Kayangan Lake, sometimes referred to as the Blue Lagoon, is said to be the cleanest lake in the Philippines. The freshwater lagoon is amidst sheer limestone cliffs. The best way to view this picture-perfect scenery is by taking a walk up a mountain trail.




The Banana Island, more popularly known as Dicalabuan Island is the farthest island in Coron. It takes a 2-hour boat ride to get to the place, and it’s probably one of the scariest boat ride I have experienced because of the strong waves. But it all didn’t matter when I got to the place. It’s like I have gone to paradise.



The Pagi Island, another beautiful spot, named after the marine creature pagi (stingray), is a must-see. Coincidentally, one of Palawan's native delicacies is kinunot na pagi, which I didn't get to try.

Coron, a magical place, for a wonderful adventure.