Traveler Information in El Nido

About El Nido

El Nido is a magical tourist destination in the Philippines, offering a variety of attractions and activities for travelers. The area is divided into several main regions:

• Town: The central business district.

• Corong Corong Beach: Extends from the Chabad House towards Lime Hotel.

• Other Beaches: A short drive away.

The Chabad House is strategically located—just a 5-minute walk from the town entrance and a 2-minute walk from the pier and Corong Corong Beach.

WhatsApp Groups for Travelers

Join our WhatsApp groups for updates, events, and important information:

• El Nido Group: Join here

• Philippines Group: Join here

Medical Services

1. 24/7 Clinic
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   Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

2. Adventist Clinic
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   Main clinic, open until 5:00 PM.
   Sometimes has an active emergency center after hours.

3. Emergency Clinic
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   Provides IVs and more. Home visits available.

4. Additional Clinic
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   Well-maintained. It’s recommended to check doctor and equipment availability in advance.

For any medical needs, you can contact the Chabad House in El Nido for assistance and information.

Financial Services

ATM and currency exchange near the Chabad House:

• BPI ATM: Located in the lobby of One El Nido Suite Hotel.

• Currency Exchange: At Palawan Pawnshop.

Another currency exchange:
In the hotel lobby at this location.

Transportation

Getting to El Nido
Cherry Bus offers comfortable and spacious buses compared to vans.
It’s recommended to choose the “Lazy Boy” option with restroom and air conditioning.
Book on the website

Getting to the Chabad House
Upon arrival in El Nido, tell the driver: “Chabad – DEO Hotel”.
A tricycle from the airport to the Chabad House costs 350-400 pesos.

SIM Smart Activation Instructions for El Nido

1. Insert the SIM card into your device.

2. Go to the website: https://simreg.smart.com.ph

3. Enter the SIM phone number (you can find it in your phone settings).

4. You will receive a message with a code. Enter the code.

5. Follow the instructions. Enter your details (name, passport photo, face scan, etc.).

6. You will then need to provide a Philippine address and proof of residence. It’s best to upload a screenshot of your hotel booking.
   (In the address fields, there’s a line called “barangay”. Essentially, this is a numbered division of areas in the Philippines: barangay 1, barangay 2, etc. It’s not really necessary to enter your exact number. The same goes for the ZIP code.)

7. At the bottom, you’ll need to enter either an email or a phone number for contact. This is mandatory.

8. Then, complete the application, and you’ll receive confirmation via message to your phone. You’ll need to wait, and once the application is approved, you’ll receive a message on your phone that the SIM has been activated.

(You may receive a message that details are missing in the application. You’ll need to go back to the link, enter the number again, receive a verification code, and then understand what’s missing. The details you already entered will be saved, and you won’t need to redo everything.)

We look forward to seeing you!
Waiting for you at the Chabad House in the free coffee corner, on the terrace, in the restaurant, at the Shabbat meals, and at our weekly evening events!

Wishing you an enjoyable, safe, and experience-filled trip!