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Palawan (El Nido · Coron)
- ✓ Offline phrases
- ✓ Emergency contacts
- ✓ Ferry & boat safety
- ✓ Cash & ATM notes
Visayas (Cebu · Bohol · Siquijor)
- ✓ Offline phrases
- ✓ Emergency contacts
- ✓ Inter-island ferries
- ✓ Canyoneering safety
Boracay & Aklan
- ✓ Offline phrases
- ✓ Emergency contacts
- ✓ Beach & water safety
Siargao
- ✓ Offline phrases
- ✓ Emergency contacts
- ✓ Surf & lagoon safety
🗣️ Local phrases
🧭 Survival tips
If the coast guard suspends trips, do not pressure boatmen to sail. Rebook — most operators waive fees for weather cancellations. Keep one buffer day before flights.
Drink bottled or filtered water only. Bring rehydration salts. A basic first-aid kit (antiseptic, plasters, anti-diarrhoea, motion-sickness tablets) covers most island mishaps.
ATMs run dry on small islands (El Nido, Siquijor, Camiguin). Withdraw enough cash on the mainland. Many homestays and tricycles are cash-only.
Buy a Globe/Smart SIM at the airport and load data. Download offline maps before you go. Tell someone your day plan when heading off-grid.
Agree the price before you ride. Wear the helmet if offered. For island hopping, confirm life vests are on the boat.
Reef-safe sunscreen only (some islands ban oxybenzone). A rash guard beats reapplying sunscreen while snorkelling.