Boracay Beach Resort - Tropical Paradise in the Philippines

Summer season means beaches, white sands and blue skies with many fun activities either shared with friends or families. Philippines is a tropical country and is endowed with many beach resorts perfect for summer vacations and pleasures. One of the famous beach resorts is the Boracay Island which naturally attracts tourists from all over the world. Just last year the Paradise Island, as it is called, has recorded 650,000 visitors. The island has become an extra boost to the country's tourism. Needless to say, it gets a huge positive response from the people regardless of culture and personal background.

you are the waves, i am the ocean

I have always loved the beach. The smell of the salty water, the wind in my face, the gentle roar of the waves all combine to create a sense of peace and calm. At the beach, life is different. Time doesn't move hour to hour but mood to moment. We live by the currents, plan by the tides and follow the sun.

Boracay Beach, Philippines. taken with my sister's point and shoot on 10-second timer. she was sleeping in her beach towel and i was shooting and didn't mind people staring at me dashing to the beach from the tripod. heehee :))

There are many means to reach the island. From Manila the boat travel will last for 3 hours or you can book for a flight from Manila to Kalibo Airport, ride on a bus for two hours and then another 35 minutes by boat in order to reach the white-sand beach resort. On your first step in the island you will be captivated with the nature's beauty in forming perfect landscapes. The hotels and other establishments with world class facilities and amenities have added to the beauty of the island especially on night time where lights come from flickering bulbs and torches along the coast.

You can do a lot of things to enjoy your summer vacation in Boracay beach resort. Aside from the activities and services provided by the hotels like spa and yogas, you can also enjoy scuba diving with a scenic underwater adventure, kite boarding with the beautiful island's contour underneath and island cruising with the breathtaking clear water encounter and experience. The night life in Boracay has also been admired with live bands and performers all over the place and food services open all day long. Apart from all of these, it is the residents of Boracay who are known for their sweet-tone voice and warm accommodation that make visitors come back. The experience here is never complete that you keep on coming back for more.

long lost summer

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Anyone can enjoy the extraordinary thrill and excitement while in the island of Boracay. You get to mingle with new friends and you will be even surprised to see people coming from your own place too. Indeed, it has absolutely become a paradise of beautiful landscape and wonderful people. If you are planning your summer vacation now, go and visit Boracay beach resort and you will never regret the experience of being close to the nature while enjoying the same comfort from home.

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Boracay Beach Resort Reviews

What usually one thinks of when one is planning an overseas vacation? Going shopping for discounts or grabbing mementos to bring back home would be foremost for some; while some see themselves relaxing or sun bathing at a nearby beach on glistening white sands and dazzling blue seas. Others still will be imagining themselves bushwalking in the luscious backwoods, or even making new friends within an incredibly distinctive local community.

Well, you're not incorrect, and you are not alone. They are merely a few of the explanations why Boracay Island Philippines is rated one of the world's most stunning and sought after destinations. As a matter of truth, Boracay Island Philippines, the most popular seaside resort and journey destination in the Philippines, was ranked #9 in the Top 10 Beach & Sun Destinations in the World through TripAdvisor's Travelers' Option 2010, The Best Destinations.

Not only has Boracay Island Philippines one of the most calming ambience for "winding downInch -- in the event that all you want is actually "to get away from everything" -- but it also has a variety of fun-filled actions to keep you and your loves ones entertained during your vacations. While in Boracay, you can:

one) go on a journey trip to Ariel's Point in Buruanga;

2) go isle hopping and sightseeing on a local paraw sailboat;

3) kitesurf or kiteboard in perfect blowing wind conditions;

4) snorkel in crystal--clear and sea-life wealthy blue waters;

5) scuba dive within some of the most famous dive spots on the planet;

6) go horseback riding by yourself or with the whole family;

seven) play golf with an 18-hole par 72 professional golf course;

eight) relax on the beach while enjoying a therapeutic massage;

9) attend a local fiesta (annual feast) as well as savor local delicacies;

10) go windsurfing on the eastern side of the Isle;

11) enjoy floating around in the blue waters of the world-famous White Beach;

12) go kayaking which, for the experienced, can be heaps of fun;

13) go fishing which can be both exciting and productive;

14) explore the area on a chartered helicopter;

15) experience the exhilarating view at the top of the highest point;

16) sail on the blazing sunset on a forty-foot luxury boat;

17) enjoy a game of beach volleyball using the locals;

18) see the excitement of the international Boracay Funboard Cup;

19) take part in the activities from the Ati-Atihan Festival;

20) end up being thrilled by the fierce competition of the blueberry boat race;

twenty one) ride the zorb, and get the thrill of a lifetime;

twenty two) learn to play the actual "ultimate" Frisbee;

23) attempt your skill from skimboarding;

24) discover the bat caves -- house of the almost extinct fruit bats; and

25) go to the Red Helen butterfly at the Boracay Butterfly Garden.

Once you have experienced a vacation within Boracay Island Philippines, you just want to carry on back. Every year differs, and depending on the period of the year, you get to uncover other memorable highlights, like for example, the staging of worldwide beauty pageants or other famous sports activities competitions, or even see or meet well-known celebrities and movie stars who are there on location shooting.

Going to Boracay is not a problem. You will get access to the Island via the international airport either in Manila or Cebu and flying either to Kalibo - an hour's ride overland by bus, or to Caticlan, a few minutes' walk to the Caticlan jetty port. Next you board an outrigger boat, known locally as a banca, for a 20-minute day at Boracay Island.

Upon arriving, you can charter a tricycle (motorcycle with a protected sidecar) to take you to your hotel or resort. Even if you haven't booked 1 yet when you get there, it won't be hard to find suitable accommodation, other than perhaps during the busy Christmas and Easter seasons. There are many places to stay that you could choose from depending on your budget --- from the top of the range accommodation where you can expect to pay at least US$200 a night for a room to some priced at less than All of us$50 an evening.

A newcomer to the myriads of hotels in Boracay is the Boracay Beach Club, recently listed in Travel Leisure magazine's InchTop 25 Secret Seaside Getaways.Inch The Boracay Seaside Club is an upscale 30-room resort featuring a never-ending array of contemporary amenities such as stroll-in showers, Wireless Internet, electronic closet safes, and flat-screen TVs. Whether you choose to chill-away at their beachfront lounge, swim within their lap pool, party at Ariel's House, sleep late in their spacious rooms, or enjoy the Natural Best trip to Ariel's Point in Buruanga, the Boracay Beach Club will provide you with the ideal blend of family hospitality and first-class comfort and ease at reasonable prices.

Not only does Boracay Beach Club have this enjoyable Ariel's Point Trip provide of a fifty percent-day trip to a stunning corner of character in Buruanga -- a thirty-minute vessel ride from Boracay Island's White Beach, famous cliff jumping, snorkeling, swimming, scrumptious BBQ buffet lunch time, and unlimited beverages, they also have Promotional Holiday Packages which give visitors excellent value for money. For the frequent visitor to Boracay, the Boracay Beach Club offers another valuable offer: a Time Sharing Offer of seventy nights anytime within 10 years at PhP150,000 or ~ US $3,260 (depending on current exchange rates).

whatever's meant to be, will work out perfectly

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Keep in mind that, at the end of the day, you just have to keep everything in perspective. If you're holidaying on a budget, don't go for the cheapest accommodation that you can discover and sacrifice your own comfort or safety, nor should you go for unnecessary luxury and costly extras in the expense of reducing your stay. Discover an affordable stability which will make your vacation within Boracay not only pleasant, but more importantly secure and trouble-free.

Beaches on Boracay

Die Bucht am Shangri-La Hotel auf der Insel Boracay, Philippines

The bay at the Shangri-La Hotel on the island of Boracay, Philippines

Beaches on Boracay

Die Bucht am Shangri-La Hotel auf der Insel Boracay, Philippines

The bay at the Shangri-La Hotel on the island of Boracay, Philippines

Boracay

Korean girls taking pictures of themselves at the beach

Boracay, Aklan province, Philippines

Beaches on Boracay

Die Bucht am Shangri-La Hotel auf der Insel Boracay, Philippines

The bay at the Shangri-La Hotel on the island of Boracay, Philippines

Beaches on Boracay

Die Bucht am Shangri-La Hotel auf der Insel Boracay, Philippines

The bay at the Shangri-La Hotel on the island of Boracay, Philippines

Beaches on Boracay

Die Bucht am Shangri-La Hotel auf der Insel Boracay, Philippines

The bay at the Shangri-La Hotel on the island of Boracay, Philippines

Boracay Sunset

The sun was painting the sky with wild colors, we scrambled to capture it, I had no other light modifier so I used a piece of unused and I say again unused sheet of Tissue, to soften up the light from my flash which I was holding as high as I could...

Taken in White Beach, Boracay Island Philippines.

Strobist Info: one Canon 580EX handheld with a white tissue paper in front of the flash, triggered by FlashWave shot manually.

Beaches on Boracay

Die Bucht am Shangri-La Hotel auf der Insel Boracay, Philippines

The bay at the Shangri-La Hotel on the island of Boracay, Philippine

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Boracay Beach...

Boracay Beach Resort - Tropical Paradise in the Philippines

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Travel to Paradise - sexy boracay beach babes

By Alex Nosal
Travel Editor/Writer
White Beach

When people ask me "Where can I go that has a great beach, sun, a good night life, lots of activities, and is safe, but not too far from Korea?" My one word answer is immediately... Boracay!

This was a candid moment taken few months back.... accidentally found it when I was searching through my hardrive. Thought I'd post this since the colors are quite nice.Location: Boracay Beach, Philippines

Boracay is a tropical island that is only a one-hour flight from Manila. The island has more than 30 beaches, foremost of which is a four-kilometer stretch of pure white sand called White Beach. White Beach is widely considered by international travel publications to be among the world's best beaches.

But this is only part of the story. Boracay has a special appeal for a foreigner's idea of relaxation. No cars, no fast food chains, no high rises and no crime.

Despite it's rapid expansion of the last decade, Boracay is still primarily made up of nipa huts. "Nipa" refers to the style of thatched roof endemic to The Philippines. These cozy cottages are scattered about the island’s beaches amid a decorative lineup of simple paraws, the Filipino outrigger, anchored along its shore. Wind sailing, para-sailing, scuba diving and daily boat rides to dozens of picturesque nooks, provide the adventurous with many options to fill their days.

For the avid golfer, Boracay also has a very beautiful 18-hole Par 72 World-Class Golf Course which inspires another kind of challenge, assuring players of a stimulating golf experience as well as a tough test to one's skills. Master golfer and designer Graham V. Marsh himself designed the course.

Boracay's 'paraws'
But there's more. An impressive array of international cuisine at rock bottom prices lures European, Australian, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese vacationers here annually. Take for example the "Mongolian Buffet" in which the customer chooses from a collection of noodles, meat, seafood, fresh fruits and vegetables, and dozens of sauces, places their choice in a bowl and hands it to the chef who stir fries your original mish mash creation and serves it up a few minutes later. Cost? 350 pesos or about 6,000 won. No sales tax either in Boracay, but a small tip is considered to be good manners.

Accommodations range in price from 20,000 won to 200,000 won per day depending on your needs. I stayed at the "Paradise Garden," which is located on 2.5 acres on landscaped tropical jungle. Each cottage has bug free, air-conditioned rooms with cable TV, mini bar, King-size beds and a nice decorum. The resort boasts two swimming pools, an excellent restaurant and is situated next to Boracay's inexpensive and delightful market place. However, at 120 dollar per night (about 140,000 won), it was hardly attractive to the budget minded traveler.

On the other end of the spectrum though, I found lovely motels for only 900 pesos a night (about W 20,000) complete with air-conditioning, a quaint poolside bar; nice, modern rooms and a convenient shuttle bus service to the beach (about 1 km walk) included in the price. The only problem with the budget places are they usually don't have phones, websites or any serious advertising to speak of. So if you need that sense of security of booking well in advance, then the price will climb considerably for that luxury.

Getting there is the fun part. A land, sea, and air adventure is required to finally reach your cozy hideaway. Regular flights from Korea to Manila are operated by Korean Air, Asiana, Cebu Pacific Air (CEB), and Philippine Airlines. The advantages of Korean Air or Asiana are that you have morning departures which allow you enough time to transfer to the domestic carrier and arrive in Boracay on the same day.

Location of Boracay
Otherwise, an evening departure will require you to spend a night in Manila. Philippine carriers though are usually cheaper in cost and on Philippine Airlines I have consistently upgraded to business class (round-trip) for the last seven years for a measly extra 200,000 won max! You’re on vacation! Why not travel in style?

Once the traveler has boarded their domestic flight, they must make their way to the port of Caticlan on the main island of Aklan. From Caticlan you must pay a small fee of 1,000 won for your "port terminal tax" and another 500 won for your 20-minute boat ride to Boracay. Your domestic flight will either entail a trip to Kalibo (Philippine Airlines), a city two hours from Caticlan in which you must hire a bus or car to drive you to Caticlan along a scenic mountain road, or else you can fly directly on a smaller plane (Asian Spirit or Seair) to Caticlan airport directly, located about 500 meters from the sea port. Generally the flights are around 60,000 won each way.

Whatever route you choose, the whole trip is an adventure. The beach has never disappointed anyone and for someone who doesn't want to fly too far to find a good beach, Boracay is the best you can do. The friendly island will always welcome you with open arms and a smile as warm as the Boracay sun.