According to many, the Philippines is a small state lost among the sea, consisting of more than 7,000 islands. It is not yet among the popular tourist destinations, but is in no way inferior to many of them.
In the Philippine islands, there is plenty of exoticism, amazing natural cuisine, well-developed infrastructure, modern architecture, excellent climatic conditions, wonderful natural landscapes, and of course a real paradise for lovers of diving and windsurfing. Of course, it is difficult for tourists to choose which of the 7000 islands is suitable for recreation. According to reviews, the most party of them is the island of Boracay. Hotels with prices ranging from 3.5 thousand to 20 thousand rubles, depending on the class, are an ideal combination of value and quality.
Holidays in the Philippines
All of them are beautiful and everyone has their own tourist features. Some of them have many opportunities for noisy entertainment, while others have excellent conditions for a secluded holiday.
Nevertheless, the Philippine resorts are designed for tourists above average incomes. On some of the islands there are practically no large hotels - only small bungalows, on the other - whole hotel complexes. The island of Boracay, as already noted, is one of the noisiest and most popular resorts for visiting young people. Diving and exotic lovers also come here.
Types of tours
Tour operators often organize combined tours - holidays on several islands at once. Of course, none of them possesses any historical sights, but nevertheless, those guests of the country who want to get in touch with the exotic of these places make hikes to natural riches, while others dream of enjoying underwater walks and exploring the sea bottom.
In the evenings, they can enjoy various types of interesting leisure activities on the territory of the hotel complex or on the promenade. Boracay hotels are fully consistent with international standards. Tourists who come here for a wild vacation are surprised at the degree to which tourism services are organized.
The best time to relax in the Philippines
This country is always summer. However, as on all islands, predicting the weather is not an easy task. Sometimes for several weeks in a row there can be magnificent weather without rains and winds, and it also happens that the sea begins to storm for several days, and there is no way to swim in it.
Just keep in mind that in the off-season (early spring and late autumn) there may be prolonged rainfall. But the winter months are even a very convenient time for a beach holiday.
By the way, the island of Boracay is characterized by an incredibly interesting celebration of the Christmas holidays, which begin here on December 16 and last until January 6. These days you can have a lot of fun, dance in disco bars, hang out in night clubs, in a word, celebrate Catholic Christmas and New Year in a non-standard and original way.
By the way, on the white beaches of the islands, you can also celebrate an extraordinary wedding and then spend a honeymoon. In a word, if you do not like standard solutions and want to spend your holidays in a special way, then you have a direct road to the Philippines.
Boracay
This is a tiny island. It has an oblong shape. Its width (at its widest point) is 2.5 kilometers, while its length is about 7 kilometers. Despite the fact that this island is not a popular tourist destination, its beaches, according to the ratings of reputable tourist publications, occupy 5th place in the world.
Boracay hotels can also compete with the best hotels in Europe, America and mainland Asia. However, as you know, the main wealth of these places are natural beauties. The beach of the island has a length of 4 km, it is completely covered with snow-white, flour-like sand. Palm trees approach the very edge of turquoise water. Why not advertise the Bounty bar ?!
Numerous bars and cafes, restaurants and hotels, clubs and shops are scattered along the coast. As already noted, prices here are not low, but in comparison with European prices are quite acceptable.
How to get to Boracay?
If you are traveling to this island, then you will first need to fly to Manila - the capital of the Philippines, and from there go by domestic flight to Caticlan or El Nido. The flight will take about an hour. Almost all Boracay hotels provide tourists with a transfer from the airport to the hotel grounds, and by motor boat. On the way you will spend another half an hour. By the way, the boat, as a rule, does not approach the pier or shore, but stops in the water. Tourists have to go for a walk through the shallow water to the shore. Things are transferred in the same way.
The best beaches of Boracay
We present to your attention information regarding the best beaches on the island. We really hope that she will help you when choosing a hotel. So, the most comfortable is White Beach - one of the best not only in the Philippine archipelago, but also throughout the world. Nevertheless, it is very calm and not crowded.
It is perfect for those who came to the resort to get complete relaxation, to break away from the daily bustle and relax in the gentle sun. There are no coral reefs directly along the coastline, but they are located 100-150 meters from the coast. Another great beach of the island - Bulabog Beach - is located on the other side. It is windy there, and therefore windsurfing enthusiasts come here mainly.
The best hotels of Boracay
Further in the article we present the rating of hotels on the island, which were called by the vacationers the most comfortable. By the way, it even includes two-star hotels. This means that tourists evaluated not only the quality of services, but also the attitude of the staff, the cuisine, and the location.
So, the five leaders include the following hotels in Boracay:
- “Shangri La Boracay Resort and SPA 5 *”.
- “Seven Stones 3 *”.
- “Boracay Regency Beach Resort 4 *”.
- “Nandana Boracay 3 *”.
- “Arvana Hotel 2 *”.
By the way, “Arvana” is one of the few hotels that have their own beach. All the rest, even five, are located on municipal beaches, which from this do not get worse.
Boracay Hotels with Private Beach
In addition to the above Arwana Hotel & Restaurant Boracay 2 * hotels, this type of hotel includes 357 Boracay 4 * and Boracay Regency Beach Resort 4 *. Their guests have the opportunity to use beach equipment - umbrellas, sun loungers and towels - for free, while on municipal beaches all this is provided for a fee.
The most hit hotel in 2016
So where do Russian tourists on Boracay prefer to relax? Despite the fact that the Dave Straw Hat hotel (Boracay) is not included in the rating of the 5 best hotels on the island, it has become the most popular and sought-after among Russians.
What is its appeal? Firstly, it is very small, with only 6 seats. Located 50 meters from White Beach. The hotel building is surrounded by lush vegetation, nearby is a boat station. However, despite this, it is very quiet and calm.
There is free Wi-Fi in the patio of the restaurant in the hotel, which is very much appreciated by our tourists. The rooms here are very comfortable and nicely decorated. All of them are equipped with excellent bathrooms, air conditioning, fans, safes and minibars, a sitting corner, which offers a panoramic view of the garden.
By the way, the tour desk, which is available at the hotel, can book trips to other islands, as well as boat trips. As for nutrition, the kitchen here is simply excellent. Barbecue facilities are also available upon request (free of charge).