Boracay Beach Vacations

Boracay is a tiny Philippine tropical island located off the northwestern tip of Panay Island in the Western Visayas. It ranks highly as one of The Philippines' top tourist spots, but thankfully, it doesn't feel like one.

The chief reason for Boracay beach vacations is to laze on its excellent white sand beaches. Virtually unknown and isolated until the 70's, the secret got out and Boracay now regularly gets a nod in the vote for the world's top beach destinations.

The demands of tourism have brought electricity, telephones and the internet to this previously undeveloped gem. Tourism has grown rapidly over the last few years and unfortunately it may not be long before development destroys Boracay's beautiful environment and carefree charm.

Boracay Island Vacation

Boracay Island makes an ideal holiday destination for sun-worshippers who just want to hang out and relax. There's very little to do or see here, but that doesn't seem to bother anybody. Visitors to this lovely little island are always sorry to leave.

Boracay Beaches

The major draw of the island is White Beach, a beautiful 4-km stretch of gently sloping white sand. The powdery sand and serene, clear blue waters are hard to match anywhere else in the country. The beachfront is semi-screened by coconut trees and windbreaks and lined with casual beach bars and restaurants. White Beach comprises virtually all of the island's action and nightlife but still retains its relaxed beach bum appeal.

Boracay Hotels

Boracay Hotels and other accommodation standards vary, with top of the line hotels and resorts to a simple bed rented from a resident. As such, whatever your budget, you could easily find a suitable place to stay.

Boracay Beach Resorts

Staying along White Beach gets you closer to the bars, lounging and food, while staying closer to Bulabog beach gives you better access to the popular wind and kite-boarding areas.

Boracay Scuba Diving

Although there are around 25 dive shops, Boracay diving sites are fair at best and incomparable to other superb Filipino destinations. Courses on Boracay however are quite cheap. Yapak 1, a wall dive a few minutes from White Beach, is considered the best site. Bel-At Beach provides the best chance to see larger marine life such as turtles and sharks but strong currents make this suitable only for more experienced divers.

Boracay Action Activities - Watersports

Boracay offers a broad range of watersports. The popular banana boat rides and paddleboats are on offer pretty much everywhere with jetskiing and waterskiing easy to find.

Things to do in Boracay

Leisure activities available on Boracay include scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, kiteboarding and beach relaxation. Boracay is the site of a world-class 18-hole par 72 golf course designed by Graham Marsh.

Boracay Food and Dining

This little island offers an extensive choice of great Boracay food and cuisine that rivals many large cities in the country. You can select among 150 multinational restaurants that offer a fine diversity culinary fare - Indian, Caribbean, Japanese, French and Italian to name a few.

Boracay Bars

If you like to party, there are plenty of Boracay Bars to choose from. The livelier bars are situated near boat stations 1 and 2. There are plenty of places to party all night! Boat station 3 has a more laid back and relaxed atmosphere, with small native bars and restaurants - popular with backpackers. Expect to check your handgun with the security guard!

Boracay Nightlife

The Boracay nightlife scene is lively and there is a wide variety of beach bars to choose - from small, friendly places where you can relax, meet other travellers and chat to the popular late night venues where you can dance the night away under the stars.

Getting to Boracay Island

Getting to Boracay, whether by plane or by boat, will always pass through the port of Caticlan town on the mainland.

Inside Boracay - Going Around

Part of Boracay's appeal is that there are no buses, jeepneys, cars, taxis or planes on the island. None are really required as the whole island is only 7km long. White Sand Beach provides for most needs with facilities within easy walking distance.

Excursions from Boracay

Boracay island is near enough to Panay Island for short excursions. There are several other islands in the vicinity that you can visit.

Boracay Attractions

Boracay Island combines crystal clear waters, sugary beaches and lush landscapes into an idyllic tourist haven that is guaranteed to fascinate and lull visitors into tranquil harmony with its simplistic beauty.

Boracay Travel Info

The demands of Boracay tourism have brought electricity, telephones and the internet to this previously undeveloped gem. Tourism has grown rapidly over the last few years and unfortunately it may not be long before development destroys Boracay's beautiful environment and carefree charm.

Boracay Map

A Map of Boracay Island which is seven kilometers long and one kilometer wide at its narrowest point and is located just off the northern tip of Panay Island. The northern and southern parts of the island rise with elevations of 100 meters above sea level. The Island has numerous scattered villages interconnected by a maze of intriguing jungle pathways.

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