PALAWAN
 An
elongated island-province southwest of Mindoro, it is a 55 minute flight from Manila. It is rich in natural resources and boasts of exotic wildlife, white
sand beaches, world class snorkeling and scuba diving. Also known as "the
last frontier", it is a haven for adventure seekers and nature lovers. Calauit
Island in Northern Palawan is a national park and teeming with Palawan's
rare and endangered species of flora and fauna. The Tabon Caves in
Southern Palawan is a 29-cave complex of archaeological artifacts and
fossilized bones of the Tabon man. The skull is carbon dated to be 22,000
years old. Dive spots in Palawan are plentiful, with each site offering a
unique array of marine life. The Tubbataha Reefs are the best dive spots in
the area.
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