Boracay

Featured Island:

Boracay

Country:

Philippines

Island Capitals:

Boracay

Population:

12,003

Major Airports:

Caticlan Airport
Manila International Airport

Major Airlines:

South East Asia Airlines
Zest Airways

Description:

Boracay is located south of the Manila, at the northwest tip of Panay Island, in the Western Visayas of the Philippines.

The island is only 7 kilometers in length and covers a total of 10.32 square kilometers. The island has two main beach one on with side of the island as well as an 18 hole golf course to the north.

The climate of Boracay is humid subtropical with moderate temperatures and very little rainfall, followed by hot and humid summers with frequent heavy rainfall.

The island was originally inhabited by a local tribe called the 'Ati'. It wasn't till the 1970s that tourism began to develop in Boracay, with the island becoming more popular with backpackers in the 1980's. Years ago, Boracay Island was a well-guarded secret, almost possessively so that only a few knew of its existence.

Due to the geographical location of the island as well as the wind and weather patterns Boracay's tourist beaches become more popular in the winter season. The shelter from the mountains and coral arch makes the western white beach very smooth and calm while the north and south are rather windy and make it an ideal destination for windsurfers and kite borders.

Highlights

Kite Boarding
Boat tours
Scuba diving
Puka beach
Golf

Landmarks / To Dos:

Boracay is renowned for being one of the most popular and undeveloped islands in the Philippines. It has won countless awards for its beaches and is one of the most spectacular sights.

Whether you are looking to get out on the water and try some windsurfing or take some scuba lessons you will find it here. The island is very small and easy to get around so your never far away from you next adventure.

Puka Beach isolated on the north of the island and is home of the rare Puka shells. This is a beautiful and quiet stretch of white sandy beach and is what most people expect of a tropical island.

It's very easy to get around the island as is rather small. One of the most popular ways is probably a motorbike or scooter. These are cheap and allow you to see more of the amazing island paradise.