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One of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the Visayas, located 350 kilometers south of Manila, is the stunning island of Boracay. This location serves as a picturesque retreat for honeymooners, a key destination for kite surfers, and a dream locale for all types of travelers.
The Philippines’ famed island, Boracay, was closed to the public in April 2018 in an attempt to restore the incredible location to its former glory after suffering the effects of overtourism. The picturesque island, previously famous for pristine beaches and a heady party vibe, has reopened with a limit on the daily number of visitors and a set of rules designed to protect the environment. If you want to take the boat less travelled, keep your flippers on and consider these responsible alternatives to Boracay within the island-hopping haven that is the Philippines.
Being a regular tourist, I ventured to the most renowned destination in the Philippines: Boracay. This small island, only 7 kilometers long, often garners attention rivaling that of beaches in the Caribbean and neighboring countries such as Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia.
Carabao Island in Romblon, Philippines, is comparable to its neighbor, the chart-topping Boracay Island, in terms of powdery white sand beach and turquoise blue sea.