I've always known that my country, the Philippines, is endowed with so many natural beauty. From the lush tropical forest, beautiful mountain ranges, lakes, volcanoes, world-class coral reefs, unspoiled white sand beaches, surfing spots and so much more. But it was only a few years ago when I started earning my own money (and was legally allowed by my parents to travel) that I get to explore my home country. The more I travel, the more I realized that my country is indeed a piece of paradise on earth.
With that said.. If there is one destination in the Philippines that I would be proud to recommend to my foreign friends.. Coron will probably be one of my top list. Like El Nido, Coron absolutely lived up waaaayyy more than our expectation. This beautiful Island stole our hearts instantly. And seriously,my pictures doesn't give any justice to how beautiful Coron is. It is 10x more beautiful in real life!
With that said.. If there is one destination in the Philippines that I would be proud to recommend to my foreign friends.. Coron will probably be one of my top list. Like El Nido, Coron absolutely lived up waaaayyy more than our expectation. This beautiful Island stole our hearts instantly. And seriously,my pictures doesn't give any justice to how beautiful Coron is. It is 10x more beautiful in real life!
DAY 1: Arrival in Coron ❤
Inside the plane! Excited for another beach adventure!
First time to fly with Skyjet! Our honorable mayor Dino Reyes Chua of Municipal of Noveleta is the President of this boutique airline.
Our spacious room in Haven 1916 Bed & Breakfast. We were upgraded to a family room which has 3 beds (1 king, 1 queen & 1 double bed) and we have it all for just the two of us. š This lovely bed & breakfast is one of the best accommodations you could probably find in the laid-back & sleepy town of Coron. It may not have the best amenities but what makes them apart from other hotels is their very attentive & helpful staff. As a Side story: When we were already at the airport for our return flight to Manila.. I realized that I left my watch at our room & informed the hotel staff right away. Good thing, my boyfriend's mom was also in Coron that time for a business trip & our flight was one day ahead of her. I really appreciate that the hotel staff went an extra mile to deliver my watch to my boyfriend's mom hotel (which is around 30 mins scooter ride) without charging us an extra cost! I would really feel guilty if ever I lose that watch because it is Jan's christmas gift to me sooo thank you, thank you Haven 1916 B&B for being my savior! š
We capped off our 1st day in Coron by soaking in the therapeutic hot spring of Maquinit.
This is a natural salt water by the way. Perfect way to relax after a loonng and tiring day!
I have been wanting to dip in a hot spring for so long. Finally I made it!:)
DAY 2: Start of our First Island Hopping Tour ❤
For our first island hopping adventure in Coron..We chose an island hopping package tour called "Coron Island Tour" . Our hotel arranged our 2-days tour thru their affiliated Tour operator, Calamian Travel & Tours. This tour is said to be the best Island Hopping Package because it covers the 7 highlight & must-see Islands in Coron which includes: Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Siete Pecados, Beach 91, Skeleton Wreck, Malwawey Reef & Coral Garden & CYC Beach. The cost of this tour is PHP1,600 which includes buffet lunch.
The crystal-clear water of Kayangan Lake which is dubbed to be the cleanest lake in Asia.
See how clear the water is!
Beach 91 where we had lunch
Lunch was served buffet-style.
My love already sun-burned! :P
DAY 2: Second day Island Hopping Tour ❤
For our second day Island hopping tour.. we chose "Island Escapade Tour" which comprise of visiting 3 beautiful white sand beaches that are so picture-perfect namely: Malcapuya, Banana & Bulog Dos Island. Cost of this tour is PHP1700 which also include lunch.
Malcapuya Island
Under the shade of tree with this gorgeous view
And I tell myself.. "This is the life!" š
Banana Island. This is where we had our lunch.
Lunch time!
In case you're wondering.. I bought my one-piece swimwear online at Cesa PH
And finally Bulog Dos Island
With a view like this.. I cant help but to pretend to be a model. LOL This view could be a perfect spot for filming a mermaid role :P
Breathtaking view!
Sorry for my fats! Hahaha. As you can see.. I enjoyed my time in Coron so much!
There is really no need to go far to see a paradise.. it's right here in our islands!
Given the short time we spent in Coron.. we were already dead tired and sunburned with all the water activities we did.. and even if it has been 2 months since then.. my tan lines are still very much visible 
Hayyy.. while blogging this trip I really wish I'm at the beach at this moment. We look forward to visit more of the Philippines' paradise Islands.. My list are: Siargao Island, Amanpulo in Palawan, Bantayan Island in Cebu, Caramoan in Camarines Sur & Calaguas in Camarines Norte.. I cant wait to go for another beach vacay!!! Where to go next?
Hayyy.. while blogging this trip I really wish I'm at the beach at this moment. We look forward to visit more of the Philippines' paradise Islands.. My list are: Siargao Island, Amanpulo in Palawan, Bantayan Island in Cebu, Caramoan in Camarines Sur & Calaguas in Camarines Norte.. I cant wait to go for another beach vacay!!! Where to go next?
Always,
Rica ♡
