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Boracay Island has the world's top beach

Boracay Island

Boracay is an island of the Philippines located approximately 315km (200 miles) south of Manila and 2km off the northwest tip of the island of Panay in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines.

It is anisland roughly 5 miles long and is less han a mile wide at it's most narrow point. In 1990, it was voted by the BMW Tropical Beach Handbook as one of the best beaches in the world.

In 1996, the British publication TV Quick voted Boracay the world's number one tropical beach. In 2007, Boracay island topped the list of the World’s Most Popular Beaches.

There is a resident population of approximately 5500 in Boracay.

lots of different activities in Boracay

Activities

From glass-bottomed boats and scuba diving to renting a ATV or motor bike to walking around the island or sampling the fabulously cheap restaurants. Always something to do.
White sand beaches and clear waters

Beaches

Widely known as one of the finest swimming destinations in the world, Boracay is blessed with unsullied fine talcum powder-sand beaches. Its tranquil crystal clear waters are perfect for swimming, sailing, fishing and sunbathing. Boracay also boasts of sapphire seas and spectacular sunsets. Countless hidden coves dot the island and tall coconut trees line up along the beaches.

Travelers' Choice

Reviews of Boracay

General impression 9.3
Child friendly 9.8
Nightlife 8.6
Culture 7.8
Surroundings 9.5
Beaches 10.0

Overall 9.2 out of 10
(Source: Zoover holiday reviews)