El Nido has a well-established backpacker scene — and despite its growing reputation as a premium destination, budget travel remains entirely viable. From ₱450 dormitory beds to cheap local eateries, shared island-hopping tours at standard rates, and free beach access, […]

Getting to El Nido is one of the Philippines’ more logistically involved journeys — but it’s entirely manageable with the right information, and the journey through Palawan’s dramatic scenery is worth every minute. Whether you’re flying directly to El Nido’s

El Nido’s food scene has evolved dramatically over the past decade — from a handful of basic guesthouses serving rice and fish to a genuinely diverse dining landscape spanning fresh seafood restaurants, international cuisine, wellness cafes, local Filipino eateries, and

June marks El Nido’s transition from the hot, dry tail of the year into monsoon season proper. The southwest habagat wind establishes itself, rainfall increases, and the island begins its annual transformation into a lushly green, dramatically weathered version of

El Nido’s spectacular marine environment isn’t just for passive enjoyment — the calm turquoise waters of the Bacuit Bay offer a playground for an impressive range of water sports and adventure activities. From beginner-friendly kayaking to adrenaline-fuelled cliff jumping, parasailing

A liveaboard trip through the Bacuit Archipelago is one of the most extraordinary travel experiences the Philippines has to offer. Instead of returning to El Nido town each evening, you sleep aboard a traditional bangka or motor yacht, waking each