Still the best beaches in the world
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- Published on Friday, 20 January 2012 02:47
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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.
Some popular beaches in the Philippines:
Boracay, Aklan
Located approximately 315 km (196 miles) south of Manila and 2 km off the northwest tip of Panay Island in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines, Boracay is renowned for its white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. A favourite destination of beach goers, both foreign and local, Boracay has been a consistent Top 10 destination for beach goers and is even considered as one of the finest beaches in the world.
Some useful online guides to Boracay:
Boracay Island
My Boracay Guide
Boracay Online
Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte
Pagudpud is a coastal resort town in the province of Ilocos Norte some 560 kilometers (350 miles) north of Manila. Aside from being known for white sand beaches and inviting beach waters, Pagudpud has strong winds and waves conducive for surfing or windsurfing activities. It is also fairly secluded compared to other beach resorts in the Philippines.
Guides to Pagudpud:
Pagudpud Shore
Tourism Philippines: Focus on Pagudpud
Virtual Tourist: Pagudpud
Mactan Island, Cebu
Mactan Island is located in the province of Cebu across the Mactan Channel, opposite Cebu City. A tropical island resort features lovely sandy beaches and good diving spots. The island has modern amenities yet retains much of its greenness.
More on Mactan Island
Mactan Travel
Mactan Online
Virtual Tourist: Mactan Island
Panglao Island, Bohol
Located in the Central Visayas, Panglao is located southwest of the island of Bohol and east of Cebu. A popular tourist destination in the Philippines, Panglao Island not only offers beautiful beaches and dive spots but also has one of the richest biodiversity areas in the Philippines featuring sun-kissed hills to underwater wonders to exotic wildlife making it a tropical sanctuary of natural beauty.
Learn more about Panglao:
Bohol Online
Panglao Island, Where to Stay
Virtual Tourist: Panglao Island
Camiguin Island, Camiguin
An island province of the Philippines located in the Bohol Sea 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) off the northern coast of Misamis Oriental in Mindanao. Camiguin’s natural beauty boasts of white beaches, rich diving sites, volcanoes, waterfalls, and hot and cold springs.
Camiguin online guides:
Camiguin Guide
Camiguin Island Guide
Island Camiguin
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