Still the best beaches in the world

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As an archipelago comprised of 7,107 islands, it is inevitable that the Philippines would have an abundance of beaches. With one of the worlds' longest coastlines measuring 36,286 kilometers, the Philippines is gifted with some of the best beaches in the world.

Through the years, Philippine beaches have steadily gained reputations as premier vacation spots for foreign and local tourists, replete with sparkling white sands, clear waters and abundant marine biodiversity.

Together with the famous hospitality of Filipinos, these beaches have become premier tourist destinations. These world-class beaches situated all over the country give credence to the Philippines' monicker as the "Beach Capital of Asia." Four As for Philippine Beaches:

Accessibility

Most Philippine beaches are easily accessible to all. Transportation is readily available.

Affordability

Vacationing at Philippine beaches is an experience that gives value for money. Visitors, from the budget-conscious backpacker to the affluent high-end tourist, have a wide range of options to choose from when selecting a beach destination in the Philippines.

Amenities

There are many tourist resorts and amenities available in Philippine beaches, making them very hospitable and tourist-friendly.

Activities

Visitors vacationing at Philippine beaches can look forward to enjoying a number of recreational activities ranging from traditional watersports like scuba-diving, snorkelling and surfing, to ecotourism activities such as viewing marine biodiversity and nature trekking.

For Tour Operators & Travel Agents

Department of Tourism: Overseas Offices
DOT: List of accredited establishments

Or see our article on this topic for a list of major travel agencies in the Philippines:
For tour operators and travel agencies: Doing business in the Philippines

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