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Tourists from all over the world love the
Philippines for its beaches that can be deemed as
paradise. The country, with 7,107 islands, and a coastline twice the length of that of the
United States, will surely attract foreigners with a wide variety of islands that are all equally mesmerizing and worthy of visit.
Just recently,
Palawan, an island located in the
Philippines, is awarded as
The Most Beautiful Island in the World by Travel and
Leisure 2016 based on surveys of travelers around the globe.
Each of these islands is unique on its own and tells a story for itself.
#1 Boracay, Aklan
Boracay Island is known for its sugary white sand beaches and azure blue waters. Located on the northwestern tip of Panay, Western Visayas. The best of the island is the 4 km. White Beach, touted as the “finest beach in the world.” The water surrounding the island is shallow and the sand is finer and brighter than most beaches in the archipelago.
How to get there?
By air: Either to Caticlan or Kalibo, Aklan
Almost all domestic airlines now serve flights to Boracay via Caticlan or Kalibo (two airports to Boracay)
By sea: You can find a local ferry
From time to time, there are various budget packages offering low-cost travel to tourist spots including Boracay.
#2 Coron, Palawan
Coron is surrounded by its amazing lagoons and rocky mountains. It is found in the heart of Palawan along with many secret beaches that are pristine and gradually being visited by most tourists and beach lovers.
How to get there?
By air: Just reach Busuanga (about 45 minutes away from Manila by air) and you will find lots of service vehicles that will take you to Coron
By sea: Local ferries with Palawan routes
#3 El Nido, Palawan
Like Coron, El Nido is one of the many beautiful beaches found in Palawan. It is deemed as the "City of Gods" and is known for being a virgin island.
El Nido is recognized as “Best Beach and Island destination in the Philippines” by CNN International on 2012.
How to get there?
By air: There is a direct flight from Manila to El Nido via Seair
By sea: Local ferries also offer rides to and from Palawan that will take you to El Nido
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#4 Panglao Island, Bohol
Known as "little paradise of pure hearts", Panglao is perfect for a great dive and for people looking forward for a beach holiday. It is a small island on the Philippines southwest of the bigger island, Bohol. On the southern beach of Panglao there are several resorts that line up on the beach.
How to get there?
By air: From Manila, choose a flight to Tagbilaran it will take about 1 hour and fifteen minutes
From Cebu, a ferry will take you there
By sea: From Cebu, there are daily ferries that will take you there
#5 Siargao, Surigao Del Norte
Siargao is located in the province of Surigao del Norte and is renowned for its remarkable curling waves that soar from nine to twelve feet high. It is frequented by surfers from all over the world. Besides surfing, the island of Siargao is famous for its unspoiled beaches with its rural charm.
Siargao is also known as the "Surfing Capital of the Philippines". It is where popular surfing events and tournaments occasionally take place. Did you know that its waves can reach up to 20 feet in the peak season of August and September?
How to get there?
By air: There are direct flights from Manila to Surigao via AirPhil Express and Philippine Airlines
By sea: Ferries
#6 Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte
In the Northern part of the Philippines we can find a beach that is reputed to have the longest contiguous white sand with mighty waves and strong winds that can be compared to Hawaii's. Wind and wave surfing are a few of the outstanding activities that Pagudpud beach offers.
In this secluded paradise, tourists are in for a wonderful experience.
How to get there?
By air: Take flights going to Laoag City. Once you’re there there are many vans and service vehicles offering tours all around Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur.
By land: You can also get here by driving and riding Buses if you’re from Luzon
#7 Puerto Galera, Mindoro
This is one of Oriental Mindoro's pride, with its many beach resorts loved by tourists and even Filipinos who takes beach getaways.
Various beach activities can be done in Puerto Galera that's why a lot are choosing to go here for a complete experience.
How to get there?
By land: From Manila, there are public transportation services available at bus terminals. Take those rides going to Calabarzon Expressway and Batangas Pier. Then take the Ro-Ro going to Puerto Galera. Choose the beach that you want.
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#8 Camiguin
Camiguin is referred to as the Philippines’ “Garden of Eden.” The presence of a great number of majestic waterfalls in this island create both hot and cold springs. The topography is unmistakably tropical but the ambience is uniquely occidental. A study in contrast, Camiguin is sure to mesmerize anyone who visits with the itch to be back again soon.
Popular spot here is The Cross at the Sunken Cemetery which is known for its questionable origin of how it got there.
How to get there?
By air: Take flights going to Cagayan de Oro airport (1 hour and 20 minutes flight) then take a bus going to Balingoan, then take a ferry going to Camiguin Isaland.
By sea: From Bohol or from Cagayan de Oro, ferries will take you here
#9 Mactan Island, Cebu
Lying in the heart of Cebu is the historic island of Mactan. This tropical-island getaway endowed with a variety of colors – from its beach, hotels, resorts, nightlife, music, food, drinks – will guarantee to spice up every tourist's preferences.
Just recently, Cebu island was ranked 6th among the "best islands in the world" by Travel + Leisure, an international travel magazine.
There are also numerous water sports activities you can do here: like jet skiing, sailing, para-sailing.
How to get there?
By air or sea: You can fly or take a boat to Mactan. Mactan Island is also connected by two bridges to Cebu city.
#10 Pearl Farm, Davao
Pearl Farm is located in the Samal Island off the coast of Davao City, Southern Philippines. This premier beach resort is lying in the pristine island of Samal, that used to be a pearl farm. There thousands of white-lipped oysters, transported form the Sulu Sea, were once cultivated for their pink, white, and gold pearls.
Today, beach lovers all over the world visit this world-class beach resort for its white sand and panoramic landscape and seascape, bringing with them the memory of a lifetime – a relaxing private retreat in a tropical paradise.
How to get there?
By air or sea: Fly into Davao City. From Davao City, it’s very easy to take a ferry to reach the island.
Truly, the Philippines is rich of its natural beauties and these beaches are perfect living proofs of that.
So, what are you waiting for? Plan your next beach getaway!
