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18/08/2026

🎉 CUYO IS READY TO CELEBRATE! PURONGITAN FESTIVAL 2026 IS COMING! 🌴💃

If there’s one thing Cuyo knows how to do, it’s celebrate its culture with color, music, tradition—and plenty of community spirit. ❤️

The Purongitan Festival 2026 is already underway with its Sports Fest, but the celebration shifts into high gear on August 23 with the Grand Opening and “Parada y ang mga Cuyonon” starting at 1:00 PM.

And that’s only the beginning!

From August 23 to 28, Cuyo will come alive with traditional games, bangkarera, cultural performances, school presentations, Ati-Ati sa Cuyo, thanksgiving celebrations and other activities bringing together communities from across the municipality.

The celebration culminates on August 28, with masses and a procession honoring Saint Augustine, followed by Purongitan sa Dalan and Saraotan sa Plaza in the evening. 🎶✨

More than just a festival, Purongitan is a colorful reminder of what makes Cuyo special—its history, faith, traditions and the unmistakable warmth of the Cuyonon people.

If you’ve been looking for another reason to discover Cuyo, perhaps this is it. 😉

📍 Cuyo, Palawan
📅 August 23–28, 2026

Culture, colors, music and a little island fiesta energy. Cuyo is calling! 🌊🌴

📸 Municipal Government of Cuyo / Tourism Cuyo

18/08/2026

🏝️ HIDDEN BEACH: PARANG AYAW TALAGANG MAGPAHANAP. 😄

Tucked behind El Nido’s towering limestone cliffs is a little surprise worth swimming for — Hidden Beach.

From the open sea, you might wonder, “Nasaan ang beach?” And that’s exactly the point. 😄

You make your way through the turquoise water and dramatic rock formations before this quiet pocket of sand finally reveals itself.

No grand entrance. No big sign saying “Welcome.” Just limestone walls, clear water, a strip of sand, and that wonderful feeling that you’ve stumbled upon somewhere you weren’t supposed to find.

And maybe that’s why Hidden Beach remains one of El Nido’s most memorable stops.

Sometimes, the best places in Palawan make you work a little before showing you the good stuff. 🌊🌴

📍 Hidden Beach, El Nido, Palawan
🎥 YourPalawan

17/08/2026

SANA DITO NA MATAPOS ANG “SWIMMING POOL” SA MGA KALSADA NG PUERTO PRINCESA 😄🌧️

Every time the rain gets serious in Puerto Princesa, there is one question many residents quietly ask: “Baha na naman kaya?”

Hopefully, that question becomes less common in the years ahead.

Mayor Lucilo “Cecil” Bayron, together with City Engineer Aries Grande, recently inspected several ongoing drainage projects around the city, including works along Jacana-Gabinete Road in Bancao-Bancao, Wescom Road in San Miguel, Delos Reyes Road 2 and Peneyra Road in San Pedro, and Buhanginan and Sea Road 1 in San Manuel.

And we genuinely wish these projects succeed.

Because drainage projects are not exactly the most glamorous infrastructure. Walang dramatic ribbon-cutting view, walang magandang selfie spot, at malamang hindi ito magiging tourist attraction. 😄 But when several hours of heavy rain come and the water actually flows where it is supposed to go, that is when people appreciate what is underneath the road.

We support the Mayor, the City Engineering Office, project engineers, contractors and especially the workers doing the difficult job on the ground. At the same time, we hope the emphasis on quality materials, proper construction and strict monitoring continues until every project is completed.

Puerto Princesa is growing. More houses, businesses, roads and developments also mean more concrete—and more water that has to go somewhere.

So yes, build the drainage. Build it properly. Connect it properly. Maintain it properly.

And perhaps residents can help too: the best drainage system in the world will still have a hard time if canals become alternative trash bins. 😅

We may not be able to stop the rain.

But hopefully, someday soon, when the clouds turn dark over Puerto Princesa, we can simply enjoy the weather instead of wondering which street will become a temporary river.

Here’s hoping for a drier, safer and flood-resilient Puerto Princesa. 🌧️🌴

📷 City Mayor’s Office – Puerto Princesa City

17/08/2026

🏗️ PUERTO PRINCESA IS GOING UP: THE BELLAGIO PALAWAN BREAKS GROUND

Palawan is famous for limestone cliffs, beaches and endless shades of blue. But in Puerto Princesa, something decidedly more urban is beginning to rise.

Megaworld has officially broken ground for The Bellagio Palawan, a 12-story upscale residential condominium inside the Baytown Palawan township in Puerto Princesa City.

And yes, Palawan is slowly getting a little BGC flavor. 😄

Inspired by Megaworld’s Forbes Town township in Bonifacio Global City, The Bellagio Palawan is planned to have 188 smart-home units, each with a balcony—perhaps a reminder that even when you live in a modern condominium, you're still in Palawan and stepping outside for some fresh air is part of the lifestyle.

Among the planned amenities are a heated infinity pool, fitness center and co-working spaces. Sustainability features will also include bicycle parking and a rainwater harvesting system.

The groundbreaking is more than just another construction milestone. It offers a glimpse of how Puerto Princesa is changing.

For decades, the city has been known mainly as the gateway to Palawan's natural attractions. Today, larger mixed-use developments, modern residences and new commercial spaces are becoming part of its landscape.

The interesting challenge is making sure that as Puerto Princesa grows upward and outward, it keeps the things that make living here different in the first place—space, greenery, cleaner surroundings and that unmistakably laid-back Palawan pace.
Because development is welcome.

Traffic from BGC? Maybe we can leave that part in Manila. 😄🌴

📍 Baytown Palawan, Puerto Princesa City

17/08/2026

🕊️ NINE NICOBAR PIGEONS IN ONE TREE? URSULA ISLAND SAID: WHY NOT? 🌿

Here’s a rare little Palawan moment worth looking up for.
Nine Nicobar Pigeons (Caloenas nicobarica) were recently spotted resting together on a single tree at the Wet Season Biodiversity Monitoring activity at Ursula Island Game Refuge and Bird Sanctuary in Palawan.

And these aren’t your everyday city pigeons. 😄

With their shimmering green and blue feathers, the Nicobar Pigeon looks almost like nature decided the ordinary pigeon needed a tropical Palawan upgrade. Seeing one is already interesting.

Seeing nine together in the wild? That’s quite a sight.

According to DENR MIMAROPA, the observation highlights the sanctuary’s importance as a safe and thriving habitat for Palawan’s wildlife.

It’s also a nice reminder that some of Palawan’s most impressive attractions don’t have entrance gates, souvenir shops or tour schedules.

Sometimes, they’re simply sitting quietly on a tree. 🌳🕊️

So when exploring Palawan, remember to occasionally look up. You never know what’s watching you from the branches.

📍 Ursula Island Game Refuge and Bird Sanctuary, Palawan
📷 DENR MIMAROPA

17/08/2026

🧮 MATH TALENT FROM PUERTO PRINCESA SHINES IN VIETNAM! 🇵🇭🥉

Who says numbers can’t take you places? For young Puerto Princesan Raymund Kristobal Acosta, they took him all the way to Hanoi, Vietnam—and home with a Bronze Medal! 👏

Acosta, a student of Salve Regina School, represented the Philippines at the Asia International Mathematical Olympiad (AIMO) 2026 Final, competing alongside around 1,300 students from 26 countries.

And this was no ordinary math test. The final reportedly featured 30 challenging questions worth 150 points, with fill-in-the-blank answers instead of multiple choice. In other words: walang “letter C na lang, baka sakali.” 😄 You really had to solve it.

His Bronze Medal in Vietnam adds to an already impressive young record. Acosta previously earned a Gold Medal at the International Talent Mathematics Games (ITMG) in Bangkok, Thailand, as well as a Bronze Medal in the Living Math Olympiad in South Africa through an online competition.

For Puerto Princesa, it’s another reminder that Palawan’s young talents can compete far beyond our shores—not only in sports, arts, and culture, but also in the world of mathematics.

Congratulations, Raymund! Keep solving those equations—and perhaps inspiring another young Palaweño to discover that math can actually be an adventure. 🧠✨

📷 City Information Department of Puerto Princesa

17/08/2026

WHEN ONE NIGHT IN SABANG TURNS INTO EIGHT… 🌴🌊

There are places you visit because they’re on the itinerary. Then there are places that quietly convince you to forget the itinerary altogether.

Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort in Sabang, Puerto Princesa seems to have that effect.

One guest shared that they originally planned to stay for just one night after visiting the Puerto Princesa Underground River before continuing to El Nido. Instead, they stayed for eight nights.

Now that’s what you call a change of plans. 😄

And looking at the surroundings, it isn’t difficult to understand why.

Daluyon sits along beautiful Sabang Beach, where mornings can begin with coconut trees, sea breeze and the sound of waves. Rooms open toward tropical greenery and the sea, while cocktails can literally be enjoyed with your feet almost touching the sand.

Then there’s Sabang itself.

Beyond being the gateway to the world-famous Underground River, there are mangroves to explore, quiet stretches of beach, limestone landscapes and plenty of opportunities to simply slow down.

Maybe that’s the real luxury here—not rushing.

Wake up. Look at the sea. Have breakfast. Explore a little. Sit under a coconut tree. Order something cold. Decide El Nido can wait another day. 😂

Sometimes the best Palawan itinerary is the one that doesn’t go according to plan.

📍 Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort
Sabang, Barangay Cabayugan, Puerto Princesa City

📷 Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort

17/08/2026

IS EL NIDO WAKING UP AGAIN? 🌴🍽️

After what reportedly felt like a very quiet month, there’s a little reason for optimism in El Nido.

Art Café El Nido shared this lively scene of tables filling up again, with many of the guests reportedly being foreign visitors. For businesses that depend heavily on tourism, a busy dining room can be more than just a good evening—it can be a welcome sign that travelers are coming back.

And you can almost feel the change from the photo: conversations around the tables, dinner being served, drinks poured, and that familiar vacation mood slowly returning.

Tourism has its highs and lows, especially during the quieter months. But sometimes all it takes is one crowded evening to remind local businesses why they keep going.

Hopefully, this isn’t just a good night.

Hopefully, it’s the beginning of a busier season for El Nido. 🌊🌴

Welcome back, travelers. Palawan has been waiting. 😊

📷 Distal Judith / Art Café El Nido

17/08/2026

🎭 THE STAGE IS ALIVE AGAIN IN PUERTO PRINCESA!

After 16 years, local theater is back in Puerto Princesa—and what better way to return than by telling stories that are unmistakably Palawan?

As part of National History Month 2026, the Palawan State University Amphitheater comes alive with two productions: “Ang Baruto-Baruto” and “Kiaruwa’: A Life Force.”

🌊 Ang Baruto-Baruto follows the story of a fisherman venturing into the West Philippine Sea, with parts of the play presented in the Cuyonon language.

🌿 Kiaruwa’: A Life Force, meanwhile, brings audiences into the world of a Batak family, their traditions, struggles, and the story surrounding the tribe’s Babaylan.

The costumes, music, movement and performances make history feel less like something found only in books—and more like something alive right in front of you.

And perhaps that’s what makes local theater special: Palawan gets to tell Palawan’s own stories, in its own voices.

The productions are presented by the City Government of Puerto Princesa through the City Tourism – Culture and Arts Program, in collaboration with Ilig Palaweño Creative Community and Palawan State University through the Communication Society of the College of Arts and Humanities.

Missed today’s performances? You still have a chance!

📅 August 18, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM
📍 Palawan State University Amphitheater
🎟️ Admission is FREE!

Sometimes the best way to appreciate where we’re going is to watch the stories of where we came from—performed right here on a Palawan stage. 🎭🌿

📷 Puerto Princesa Tourism

17/08/2026

♟️ SMALL PLAYER, BIG MOVES! 🥉🇵🇭

Puerto Princesa has another young talent making moves—literally—on the international stage.

Young chess player Carmelo Yanong brought home a bronze medal in the Under-14 Boys Blitz Team event at the 24th ASEAN Chess Championships, held August 7–17, 2026 in Singapore.

What makes the achievement even more interesting? Carmelo is a National Champion in the Under-12 category, but this time he was fielded in the Under-14 division, facing players older and more experienced than him.

Apparently, age is just another piece on the board. ♟️

With patience, concentration and some seriously careful moves, Carmelo helped the Philippine team secure a place on the podium—and gave Puerto Princesa another reason to celebrate its young talents.

From local chessboards in Palawan to an ASEAN competition in Singapore, Carmelo’s journey shows that sometimes big dreams begin with something as simple as moving a pawn forward.

Congratulations, Carmelo Yanong! 🥉

Keep thinking ahead, keep making your moves, and who knows? The next destination might be an even bigger chessboard. 🌏♟️

📷 City Information Department of Puerto Princesa

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