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Boracay
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Boracay is an island of the Philippines located approximately 315 km (200 miles) south of Manila. In 1990, it was voted by the BMW Tropical Beach Handbook as one of the best beaches in the world and in 1996 by British publication TV Quick as the world’s number one tropical beach. Decades ago, Boracay Island was a possessively guarded secret so only a few knew of its existence. Tourism only began to develop in the 1970s. One story claims that a foreign movie crew accidentally “discovered” this island paradise. Others maintain that it was the German traveler, Jens Peters whose book turned a quiet secret to one of the best beach destinations in the world.
Life’s A Beach
Boracay Island has more than a dozen unique beaches and many coves. Most of these beaches have the same powdery white sand for which the island is famous for around the world. Boracay’s two PREMIER tourist beaches are White Beach and Bulabog Beach.
White Beach is a famous stretch of white sand where it all happens.The major attractions here are sunbathing under swaying palm trees or on the sparkling white sand. Wading and snorkeling are popular here, as the waters are shallow. For the more adventurous, skim boarding, banana boat rides, and sailing are excellent options.
Bulabog Beach comes alive during the early months of each year when windsurfers, and kite surfers skim across its waters. Amateurs and professionals take advantage of the strong winds as they race from one end to the other. The strong winds last until June or July, when the southwest monsoon begins. A paradise for those who love playing on the azure waters, Bulabog Beach offers a quiet alternative to White Beach.
Dive In, The Water’s Great
There are over 20 dive sites within a 30 minute boat ride of the island. And they cater to both beginner and experienced divers. From easy beach dives to deep drop-offs, from wreck dives to fast drift-dives and even night dives. Regardless of your experience, you’ll have excellent opportunities to encounter sharks as well as manta rays and turtles. You can enjoy close-up views of soft and hard coral, sponges, nudibranches, sea stars and other denizens of the sea. For the more passionate, dive safaris, from one day to one week, are also available for exploring more distant sites aboard comfortable, fully equipped dive boats.
These are just some highlights of Boracay. The island like its sea is teeming with life. The question you have to ask yourself is what kind of island holiday you desire.
Do’s:
• If you are diving, ensure that you’re properly qualified.
• Always dive with a buddy.
• Sun protection is a must.
• Take time to relax, and enjoy doing nothing.
• Explore the many beautiful beaches.
Don’ts:
• Never do a dive beyond your capability.
• Beware of rip tides, even in calm waters.
• Monsoon winds can be very strong, play it safe.
• Stay out of the water when under the influence of alcohol.
• Refrain from sea food that isn’t properly cooked.
HOW TO GET THERE
The quickest way to travel to Boracay Island, is via Manila’s domestic terminal. The two flight options you have, are to fly directly to either the cities of Kalibo or Caticlan on Panay Island.
The flight time to either city is 1 hour.
The airlines that travel to either Kalibo or Caticlan are Philippine Airlines, Asian Spirit, Cebu Pacific or Air Philippines.
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