Palawan named ‘World’s Best Island to visit for 2025’

According to a recent list released by “US News & World Report,” Palawan is “#1 in World’s Best Islands to Visit for 2025.” According to the report, the ranking was based on numerous island-hopping options to explore, serene beaches for lounging around, and the marine life you can spot when on a snorkeling tour.

Palawan beat 23 other top-notch island destinations, including global favorites like Greece’s Santorini (ranked fourth), Tahiti (ranked seventh), and the Bahamas (17^th). Among our Southeast Asian neighbors, Bali managed to make the list as well, ranked 19^th place.

Key destinations listed in the report that make Palawan worth visiting are Kayangan Lake in Coron, El Nido’s Bacuit Bay, and the Puerto Princesa Subterranean National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Last year, Palawan was also recognized 13^th Best Island in the World out of 25, and ranked fifth in Asia based on a list by “Travel + Leisure.” Another publication, “Wanderlust Travel Magazine,” also has Palawan among its list of “Most Desirable Islands in the World,” placing 10^th after going through three million votes cast by 168,000 readers.

The sustainable tourism practices help keep Palawan a top vacation spot. A common factor among these ranking lists praises how seemingly untouched the island’s natural beauty is. Pairing this with our well-known hospitality, it comes as no surprise that tourists continue to flock to the island.