Balabac in Palawan was easily one of the biggest highlights of my entire time in the Philippines. The untouched islands, the marine life, the feeling of being somewhere really remote, it’s just something pretty special and definitely a place I’d recommend if you’re looking for something a bit more off the beaten path. One question…
Port Barton in Palawan is a small beach town and honestly, one of my favorite little places in the Philippines. It’s not far from El Nido, but in my experience, it’s way more relaxed, less touristy, and just a nicer place to slow down for a few days. The beaches are beautiful, the town is…
One of my favorite experiences during the three months I spent in the Philippines was, without a doubt, visiting the Balabac Islands in Palawan. If you haven’t heard of Balabac before, it’s a group of remote islands located in the far south of Palawan and home to some of the most untouched beaches and marine…
One of my favorite little beach towns in the Philippines turned out to be Port Barton and honestly, I didn’t see that coming at all. Port Barton is a small beach town in Palawan, located kinda between El Nido and Puerto Princesa. It’s known for its beautiful beaches and super calm, laid-back vibe. I spent…
Port Barton is kind of like El Nido’s quieter, more affordable little brother. And if you’ve read any of my other Port Barton travel guides, then you already know I really liked it here but I also don’t think there’s a ton to do. That’s not necessarily a bad thing. The town itself is honestly…
Port Barton in Palawan is, from my experience, one of those places in the Philippines that still flies a little under the radar. Everyone’s heard of El Nido, but barely anyone talks about Port Barton, which is kind of surprising, because it’s a super chill little beach town just a few hours away from El…
People are always surprised when I tell them I spent nearly an entire summer in Salzburg. The follow-up question is almost always: “Is Salzburg worth visiting?” Most people only know it as the city from The Sound of Music, if they know it at all, and usually have Vienna higher on their list when planning…
When I visited Port Barton, I honestly had zero expectations, mainly because I hadn’t even heard of it before arriving in Palawan. But Port Barton ended up becoming one of my favorite little beach towns in the Philippines. It’s super small and charming, way less touristy than El Nido, and I really loved that. It’s…
Port Barton feels a bit like El Nido’s little brother, just quieter, more laid-back, and without all the hype. It’s a small, sleepy beach town roughly halfway between Puerto Princesa and El Nido. There’s not a whole lot going on, but that’s kind of what I liked about it. Beautiful beaches, a handful of cute…
I can’t believe it’s already time to start planning my 2026 trips. There are so many places I want to visit but with limited time (and let’s be honest, budget), I’ve gotta be a little strategic. Choosing your big holiday for the year can feel like a lot. Do you wanna chill on a beach,…