If you are tired of the typical Mexican or Dominican sunny destination, try Boracay, an exotic and absolutely beautiful place in the Philippines. Boracay is, without a doubt, one of the hottest tourist destinations in the Philippines. It attracts thousands of visitors, both local and foreign, yearly. This world-famous island is actually located in Aklan, a southern province in the Philippines.
Boracay has been voted the best beach in the world by the Sun Herald and Australia and Harper’s. It is really the perfect getaway. It boasts of white sand, blue waters and palm-tree fringed beaches.
What to See and Do in Boracay
The island is marked by a lot of beaches and our sights that reel in visitors. Probably the most famous destination in Boracay is White Beach. White Beach isn’t only a beautiful stretch of white sand, it is also a commercial center where all your needs are met. However, other beaches like Balinghai Beach and Puka Beach also have their fair share of visitors each year.
Other than the beach combing, other attractions on the island include a visit to the bat caves and the butterfly garden. Other activities here include scuba diving, boat tours, horse riding, kiteboarding, and skimboarding. You can also hire bikes or scooters when touring the island.
Those interested in scuba diving can contact any of the dive centers on the island. The island boasts of some 30 dive sites to suit diving enthusiasts of all levels. If ever you would like to unwind from all that, a great alternative would be an hour in one of the spas in Boracay.
Boracay’s Different Flavors
Since visitors from all over the world come to Boracay each year, local restaurants and bars serve a mix of different cuisine. The D’Mall Plaza houses many of these establishments like Heidiland Deli that showcases European flavors. In front of the plaza is Hey Jude Bar, which is like a bistro that serves great pizza. If you’re craving for something Spanish then Ole, which is also in the plaza, is a fine choice. Then there is Bite Club which serves one of the best burgers you will ever taste. Another area where you can find good food is near the boat stations. Cafes, bars, shake stations, and other restaurants there which offer different delectable flavors.
Boracay nights are made alive by a plethora of bars that flaunts live DJs, cocktails, drinking challenges, different thematic ambiences, and extensive arrays of drinks. If you’re near the boat stations, you may want to check out Juice, Cocomangas, Nigi Nigi’s, and Cocoloco. The bars in and around the D’Mall Plaza include Rumbas, Hey Jude Bar, and Bom Bom Bar.
So what are you waiting for? Pack your bags and have fun, you deserve it!
Source: http://www.boracayboard.com/boracay-festivals.php
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