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Boracay General. The small island of Boracay is a real piece of paradise on earth and one of the most well known touristic hotspots in the Philippines: white sandy beaches, palm trees, crystal water combined with a tropical climate. Equipment for water sports which is sometimes hard to find in many places in the Philippines or which is in limited supply, is available here: jetskiing, parasailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing,... At daylight the beach is a dream location for getting that nice tan you always wanted or for water sports, but at night the island transforms into a party island with nice beach bars, disco's and all kinds of entertainment, most of which can be found alongside the promenade. Boracay is also known as a destination for honeymoons.
Shopping. Shopaholics can feed their addiction along the beach promenade where there are plenty of little shops and sellers. There are also a few "local" markets where you can purchase cheap textiles, bags, souvenirs,... If you are a bit handy in haggling, then you can easily save a few pesos. The biggest shopping center (D'Mall) is located in the middle of the island (more or less in the middle of White Beach). Next to shops you can also find some restaurants there. Mount Luho. This mountain is the highest point on the island. From the top you have a great view on the entire island.
Culture and monuments. There are no real monuments or cultural sights on the island of Boracay itself. If you fancy that, you can visit the neighboring island of Panay.
Food. No need to worry about the variety in food. Since the island is quite touristic, there is a wide range of restaurants: italian, chinese, local,...from fast food to haute cuisine. Of course there are also quite a few fish restaurants. A spot on the beach underneath the palm trees with the sound of the waves on the background and fresh lobster, seafood, lapu lapu or the "catch of the day" on your plate? Doesn't that sound appealing? It's possible on Boracay. Warning with regard to the tap water: it is not drinkable. You best use water from bottles (take care that the seal has not been broken). Spending the night. You will encounter both backpackers and luxury tourists on Boracay. The facilities for spending the night vary from cheap hostels and cabins (often in nipa) to luxurious 5-star resorts. Take into account the seasonal fluctuations at the moment of booking.
Picture 1: the beach of White Beach
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