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Given the warm, humid, and tropical climate, pack light and breathable clothing. Here's a suggested list:
Clothing: Swimsuits, beach shorts, comfortable t-shirts/tops, sundresses, light skirts, breathable pants (linen is great), and a light jacket or cover-up for evenings. For the wedding events, please refer to the dress code details provided separately.
Footwear: Sandals, flip-flops, and comfortable walking shoes for exploring. Water shoes are also highly recommended for island hopping to protect your feet.
Sun Protection: High-SPF reef-safe sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses
Essentials: Insect repellent, basic toiletries, any personal medications.
Travel Gear: A small backpack for day trips, and an underwater camera or phone protector if you plan to snorkel or kayak.
There are no direct flights from the U.S. to El Nido (ENI). You'll typically fly into a major international airport in the Philippines, such as Manila (MNL) or Cebu (CEB), and then take a domestic flight to El Nido's Lio Airport (ENI). Cebu Pacific operates direct flights to El Nido from major Philippine cities. Booking your international and domestic flights in advance is highly recommended.
Tickets from Manila to El Nido are currently $200-$250 and can go up to $350 a months before flight time.
If you are spending more than a night in Manila, we recommend staying in Bonifacio Global City (BGC), a modern, vibrant urban center.
If you have a long layover in Manila, we recommend booking a hotel/Airbnb just outside the airport in Newport City (there are several for under $100 a night or even cheaper for half days). You can walk to these via a bridge from the airport terminal. Belmont Hotel is right at the end of the terminal bridge and is a 10 minute walk from baggage claim. Marriott is across the street from Belmont. There is also a shopping mall in the area.