Palawan is Declared the Best Island in the World
Just days after the Philippines was included in the list of Top 10 Countries to Visit in 2015, one of our many islands got an even bigger recognition: world’s best island. In Conde Nast Traveler‘s annual lists for the Reader’s Choice Awards, Palawan was declared as the best island in the world.
The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River is a sight to behold
According to the magazine, “This small island—one of the Philippines’ 7,107—shot to the top of our list this year with a recent claim to fame: It’s now home to one of the new seven natural wonders of the world, Puerto Princesa Subterranean River.” They described the river as “one of the longest underground rivers in the world, traveling five miles through a subterranean cave system. Guided boat tours take visitors down a portion of the waterway, where karsts, natural rock formations created by dissolving limestone, loom in every direction.”
The beaches are the perfect escape from the city life
Palawan beat world-famous islands like Hawaii, the Great Barrier Reef, Santorini, Bermuda, Bali, Maldives, French Polynesia, and Bora Bora. Palawan’s score was 88.750.
Of course, Boracay also made it to the list as the 12th best island. The magazine noted its “gentle coastlines,” “thriving nightlife scene,” “powdery white sand,” and “azule water.”
What do you think of this recognition? Is Palawan really the world’s best island? Share your thoughts in the comments section below!
Palawan is Declared the Best Island in the World
Palawan diverse beaches and sceneries make it unique. From limestone cliffs, different sandy beaches, snorkeling and diving areas plus the exclusivity of different towns. No other island can offer the attractions of Palawan
everything is beautifull in Palawan one place you’il love going back too, the people the island the food just perfect.
That’s where I want to go. Had not done it the time I wS there last April
ive been to Palawan and Batanes the best islands in the WORLd>>. and now im back here in Metro Manila the worst traffic in the world thru NAIA.. the most corrupt airport officials and staffs in the world… lols )
3rd generation Palaweno here… unfortunately this probably won’t be for long if a certain billionaire politician gets his way with his Coal Plants! He’s already destroyed a portion of Palawan…