Philippines - Palawan, El Nido. Miniloc Big Lagoon Reached by traditional BANCA boat belonging to a local fisherman that can be found at the end of Las Cabanas beach. It is about 420 kilometres south-west of Manila and about 238 kilometres north-east of Puerto Princesa, Palawan’s capital. It’s a managed resource protected area, it is known for its white-sand beaches, coral reefs, limestone cliffs and as the gateway to the Bacuit archipelago. El Nido is one of the 20 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World. It’s ranked the most beautiful Beach and Island destination in the Philippines for its extraordinary natural splendor and ecosystem”.