PALAU TRAVELER'S NOTES

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Palau Hotel (Koror, Palau) now has its own generator that will be used to supply power to the whole hotel building in case of blackouts.

Power outages in the island country of Palau are not a common thing, but when it does have blackouts on certain areas, it is a serious problem that needs to be remedied at once. Palau’s power is generated and distributed by Palau Public Utilities Corp. (PPUC) with power generators located in Malakal plant. But, just recently a couple of PPUC’s power engines broke down and problems in the power line from Aimeliik (a state in Palau) to Koror has caused power outages in some areas of Koror.

Since Monday of this week (April 6, 2009), a power rationing schedule is being followed thereby Ikelau Hamlet were Palau Hotel is located is scheduled to have power failure by 5:00pm to 9:00pm until PPUC could fix the problem, which according to them is within 2 weeks. Of course, hotels whether luxurious or economy like Palau Hotel and other businesses cannot let this particular problem hamper current operations. And though the power outage was scheduled at 5pm-9pm everyday (aside from power outages in the mornings, said to be emergencies), just 4 hours actually, you could only imagine what we all have to put up with.

But here’s good news; Palau Hotel (F&B Palau Hotel) recently purchased its own power generator. Not a big one that could fill in one room, but enough to provide temporary power for the whole building. The generator was purchased last Thursday, April 9, 2009 from a local hardware.

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North of Koror- You probably have seen the KB Bridge (stands for Koror Babeldaob). Babeldaob is the biggest island and where others states can be found. I've taken this picture at the left side of the bridge (crossing Babeldaop side). I found the area so picturesque and the combination of white, blue and green is so beautiful that I was like looking into a great painting.

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Palau Hotel 帛琉饭店(F&B Palau Hotel) in Koror, Palau is a diver's hotel. It has been the roof above diver's and traveler's heads for more than 20 years. It's a diver's hotel in Palau located at the center of Koror, with best deals for accommodations, complete amenities, internet connection, friendly staffs and free airport transportation.

Basically, Palau Hotel (帛琉饭店) is highly recommended for divers or for any Palau Traveler looking for a budget hotel when staying in Palau. As a diver's hotel, Palau Hotel (帛琉饭店) offer the lowest hotel rates with the most complete basic amenities a diver needs.

As we all know that this small island country consisting of states have if not one or more of the world's best dive sites. Exploring the abundant marine life is what makes tourists and divers to flock to Palau an island country located in the Pacific, southeast of the Philippines and south of Japan.

Each of this budget hotel's room is equipped with the basic amenities that a Diver and a Palau traveler need from phone lines to cable television to a refrigerator with free mineral water as well as provision for complimentary toiletries and having H&C shower room. All rooms are kept clean and functional and a safety deposit box is available at the Front Desk without any additional costs. A diver or any tourist avails of the 20% discount on all room type if resevations are made through overseas call (Tel No. 680-488-1703/1704 or email at fnbpalauhotel@yahoo.com. A complimentary airport pick and drop service is arranged totally free of charge. Another amenity that this economy hotel provides for their dive/tourist guests is the use of the internet connection at the hotel lobby for free (pls. bring your own laptop).

This diver's hotel, Palau Hotel (帛琉饭店) is located at the downtown area of Koror, where business establishments flourish in every corner. Koror is an island state with the most population in comparison with the rest of the states in Palau; Palau Hotel is right at the heart of it, making business establishments and government offices just a short walk away.

As a diver's hotel with low rates, Palau Hotel (帛琉饭店) is also an economy hotel with budget hotel accommodations offered to those who choose to save on their hotel bills for more dive hours or longer stay and explore the beautiful islands of Palau.

Stay in a diver's hotel. At Palau Hotel, be at the center of Koror and start your island adventure. Start sending your email bookings and get your 20% discount on all hotel rooms.


Feel free to click on the links below to know more about Palau Hotel:

*****Palau Hotel uses Solar Water Heater
*****Information on Palau Hotel's neighboring establishments
*****Long Island Park, soon to be Palau National Park

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Burger House (汉堡店), Palau.
Even in the island country of Palau there are restaurants where you could go and dine or take out some snacks to fill your just about hungry stomach. But, there are times when you just want to choose from a short list of menu, pay at once to a smiling staff, grab your snacks and start enjoying it. That's exactly what Burger House (汉堡店), does. No hassles of repeating your orders twice or thrice. Just pick your choice from the menu posted on their sliding door and voila there you go!

Just in case you come to Palau and you would want to visit this small snack house called the Burger House(汉堡店), , it's actually located just right across WCTC Shopping Center in Koror. To make it a lot more easier, if you are staying at Palau Hotel 帛琉飯店 (F&B Palau Hotel) it's a few steps away from the front door going to the space where taxies occupy for parking. You'll see a snack house painted in yellow, yup in yellow paint with a table and bench also painted in yellow.

Before, the snack bar used to have a sign board that says Chicken with Salt, hence, a lot of customers have begun calling the place as Chicken with Salt! The thing is Chicken with Salt was one of their best selling items especially to tourists who drop by the area. Now, you'll see Burger House on the sign board with a blue lighted big cup with straw.

I particularly like Taro Milk Tea(芋奶茶), its an obvious combination of tea, taro powder flavor and milk mixed with some cubed ice using a shaker, poured into a disposable cup with taro balls (which they prepare and cook), covered and served with a straw. Fried Onion Rings also never fail to to lighten up my mood (its the only way i can have onions into my stomach without my face turning eeeewwww).

You may also opt to order Chicken Chips (cut and fried chicken thighs), one of their bestsellers, Squid Rings and Squid Balls to0 plus, their Burgers are one of the better finds here in Palau.

With the weather here in Palau there's probably not a week without a big rain, but when it's sunny, it can be way too hot and you would want to squench your thirst or go for something cold and sweet. You should also try their Halo-Halo, its a Philippine sweet delicacy of mixed fruits with milk and crushed ice sometimes topped with ice cream.

It's a stop over at the Burger House (汉堡店), Koror Palau to grab your snacks and refreshments.

They also sell PNCC Debusch Cards (电话卡) telephone cards, Airtime and PMC (手機充值卡) cellpone recharge cards, all at a discounted price.

Visit Burger House (汉堡店) when you come to Koror, Palau and discover that fast and light snacks are also enjoyable, the island way!

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Ice Box Park is at the southern end of Koror island. If you are staying in Palau Hotel (F&B Palau Hotel) in Koror, you may take a taxi ride or rent a bicycle and ride all the way from main street (Idid, the street between Palau Hotel and WCTC), passing Ngarachamayong Cultural Center (pronounced as Nga-ra-ma-yong), thorugh Malakal Bridge, passing the Port of Palau and all the way to the south end of Koror island.

Unlike Long Island Park (Koror, Palau) which is also located just after Malakal Bridge (first corner to the left) in Koror where people can visit, swim, snorkel or just enjoy for FREE, Ice Box Park (Palau) may not be a place where people usually go for swimming or snorkeling (at least at the times that I've visited, i didn't see anyone), but it has its own share of marine beauty. I for one have not gone snorkeling in this place, but have spent some time relaxing and watching birds catch fish for food. People flock to this place for fishing or just sit and relax or watch the setting sun.

Ice Box Park got its name from the ice plant found in the area that produces ice for fishermen and the people of Palau., hence the name Ice Box.

It was not so long ago that volunteers have devoted their time in cleaning the surroundings of Ice Box Park especially the waters. The clean up drive was a great idea, praises and thanks to the people who have organized the underwater clean up event, to the divers and people who have voluntered to help. Pounds of wastes like plastics and beer/soda cans, bottles and more odd items were taken out of the water and gave the park a new fresh and clean look.

If you get a chance to visit Ice Box Park (Palau), see this stone & cement arc that is found in one corner overlooking the sea. I don't know the purpose for it but it sure gives you a nice view for pictures and videos.
A number of big trees can be found in this park that give shade and add to ones relaxation. There are a number of tables and chairs and sheds open for everyone to use.

Overlooking Ice Box Park are islands on the eastern part of Koror island.

Now, some of the most memorable picnics and gatherings can be set at the Ice Box Park (Koror, Palau).

Ice Box Park is also graced with bamboo trees. When the wind blows the bamboo trees create their own wish-wosh sound as they sway with the wind. In the future I shall find time to visit the place again in time to take pictures of the sunset. It would surely be a breathtaking one, islands, seas and the setting sun.

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The country of Palau situated at the Pacific islands has one airport, the Palau International Airport. PIA (Palau International Airport) serves airlines with travel destinations to Palau like Continental Airlines, Japan Airlines, China Airlines and Asiana.

Palau International Airport, being the one and only aiport in Palau do have a lot of names, sometimes they call it the Koror Aiport, Airai Airport or Babeldaob Airport. Situated at Babeldaob, the biggest island of Palau in Airai State, the second most populated state of this island country.

Continental airlines has scheduled flights coming to Palau from Manila, Guam and Yap and has an office located in Koror near the Police station, just a walking distance from Palau Hotel (F&B Palau Hotel).

After going through the procedures of arrival at the Palau International Airport and passing the customs area, the Palau traveler goes to the ARRIVAL waiting area where travel agencies, dive shops and hotel staffs are waiting for their guests. This is also where a lady/ladies from Palau tourism (i guess) hands you a copy of ALII Palau booklet,take it please. It's one way of knowing the where, what and how(s) here in the beautiful islands of Palau.

This is also where a Palau traveler takes a quick search among the waiting crowd for a person who holds a piece of paper or board with his name written. If you spot it, it's your cue, that's your pick up.

The Palau Hotel blue Serena van used for pick and drop airport service. When you book your reservations to Palau Hotel via email or overseas local, you can avail of the 20% discount on hotel rooms, free pick and drop airport service and free internet use at the hotel lobby (bring your own laptop, please). Palau Hotel (Koror, Palau) Tel no. (680) 488-1703/1704, Fax no. (680) 488-4883.

Just outside the Palau International Airport entrance you will find a row of Palau flags in blue color with a yellow circle a little off the center. The area in front is the parking lot.

The next picture is a painting. You see this at the ceiling right at the entrance of the Palau International Airport building. Either you came to Palau or going out, try to look up the ceiling and witness the mural painted by Wyland, an American renowned artist of the sea. Wyland also painted the mural a Palau Traveler can find at the Etpison Museum, a must-visit Palau tourist spot located at Koror, the business center of Palau.

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