For tropical travellers: Palawan, Philippines
"The Philippines has everything you could ever hope for in a Valentine’s paradise destination; pure white-sand beaches, lush vegetation, mountains and clearest of the clearest blue water! Lie on the beach and cool off in the ocean, or get active with some island hopping, snorkelling, paddle boarding, or even a visit to the longest navigable underground river in the world."
What to do: "In Coron Bay, you can dive into sunken Japanese warships from World War II. We also recommend checking out the longest underground river in the world, which is in St. Paul's Subterranean River National Park, just 50 kms away from Puerto Princesa. we also loved the El Nido Marine Reserve, where you can find limestone cliffs, mangroves, white sand beaches, rainforest and stunning coral reefs all in one place."
Where to stay: "Huma Island Resort and Spa is located on just one of over 1000 islands which make up the Palawan Island chain. The island encapsulates everything that makes this place so special; lush rainforest landscapes, stunning beaches, amazing corals and the bluest water you’ve ever seen!
Where to eat: "Palawan is more about what you eat rather than where. There are many local delicacies to try some more challenging than others – for example Tamilok, a type of woodworm found in mangroves! Some less challenging dishes include crocodile sisig, crispy chicken skin, hoppia cakes, Dangit Lamayo and Lechon Kalawi."