Cebu Excursions
Boracay beach
Boracay
The tiny butterfly-shaped island of Boracay in the western
Visayas has been 'discovered' by trendy international sun-lovers,
and has become the Philippines' most popular beach destination.
Thousands have sung the praises of the white, talcum-fine powder
sand on a two-mile (4km) stretch of palm-studded beach that is said
to glow at night, while the crystalline sea reflects the colour of
the unblemished blue sky. Despite its popularity Boracay remains
unspoilt, offering a range of about 350 hotels and guesthouses,
nightlife, good restaurants and a huge array of water sports. The
island code is barefoot and informal, and the transitory holiday
population come from all over the globe.
Website: www.boracayisland.org;
Transport: Flight from Manila (one hour) or Cebu to Kalibo or Caticlan
