[Panglao Island Super Practical Guide] Save Half Your Budget After Reading This

💡Why We Recommend Southeast Asia's best value destination! Glass-clear waters rivaling El Nido, island hopping easier than Coron, seafood prices half of Boracay, and importantly - fewer crowds with beautiful scenery! 🌴Must-Visit Attractions 📍Alona Beach ▫️Why visit: Commercial center + departure point for island tours ▫️Transportation: 15 minutes by taxi from airport/80P by tricycle ▫️Activities: Vibrant beach bars at night, recommended Fire Dance show 📍Dumaluan White Sand Beach ▫️Why visit: Most beautiful jelly-like sea on the island ▫️Best time: 8:00-11:00 (beach narrows after low tide) ▫️Hidden activity: Feed tropical fish with bread for a magical underwater experience 🐬Island Hopping Guide 1️⃣Balicasag + Virgin Island Day Tour ▫️Shared boat price: 1000P/person (snorkeling equipment included) ▫️Must experience: Track sea turtles at the underwater cliff, visit the sandbar at Church Island ❗Avoid pitfalls: Confirm in advance if the 250P environmental fee is included 2️⃣Pamilacan Dolphin Watching ▫️Recommended: Charter boat for 3500P (6 people) ▫️Best time: 90% chance of sightings when departing at 6:30 AM ▫️Hidden bonus: See jack fish tornado while snorkeling 🛵Island Transportation ▫️Motorcycle rental: 350P/day (passport required as deposit) ▫️Fuel tip: Roadside bottled gasoline 30P/bottle ▫️Protection tip: Take 360° video of the vehicle before renting as evidence 🏠Accommodation Guide ▫️Luxury choice: South Palms (private white sand beach) ▫️Best value: Guesthouses near Alona (300-500 yuan/night) ▫️Trending spot: Dojio Beach Tree House (perfect for sunset views) 🍴Food Guide ▫️Luxury restaurant: Lobster King (arm-length lobster 2500P) ▫️Local eatery: Gerarda's (beef bone soup with rice 120P) ▫️Night market must-eats: Grilled pork ribs (50P/piece), Halo-halo dessert 💰Money-Saving Tips 1. Negotiate tricycle fares down by half 2. Visit seafood markets at 5 PM for clearance prices 3. Avoid massages at Alona Beach (50% cheaper elsewhere) 4. Book Siquijor ferry tickets on the official website 📸Photo Spots 1. Heart-shaped rock at Dumaluan Beach 2. Siquijor 10-meter diving platform (best in morning light) 3. ATV rides on Chocolate Hills (amazing aerial shots) 4. Loboc River firefly night tour (guide required) ⚠️Important Reminders 1. Bring waterproof bags + coral shoes (many beaches have coral fragments) 2. Exchange enough cash! 90% of stores don't accept cards 3. Use reef-safe sunscreen instead of regular sunscreen (to protect coral) 4. Don't fly within 18 hours after scuba diving Recommended stay: 5 days 4 nights (2 days island hopping + 1 day land tour + 1 day Siquijor) Peak season note: December-April is best, avoid July-September (rainy season with rough seas)