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Boracay Travel Guide
Considered by many as the prime beach destination in the Philippines, Boracay beckons with its sugar-white sand and cerulean waters, characteristics which have made it one of the most prized possessions of the country. The renowned island paradise is a playground with all the recreational activities to quench the tourists' thirst for both adventure and amusement. A small speck of land off Panay's northern coast, Boracay was initially a closely-guarded secret among the local people. It was in the ‘70s that news of its pristine beaches broke out to the public and investors flocked to the island to establish resorts, restaurants, and nightclubs, transforming the seven sq. km. island from a chaste virgin to a celebrated pageant queen.
The island has four main beaches, and those who do not fancy crowded shores can go to Bulabog Beach. Windsurfers prefer this area of Boracay because of its stronger, wilder squalls. A peaceful trip can be found in the north of the island, in Puka Beach, from where puka shells can be collected. The most prominent beach, however, is the White Beach. Here, the four-kilometer shore teems with resorts, hotels, restaurants, and other establishments. The water body along the White Beach is often ripped by banana-boats and sailors in their vibrant paraws (an outrigger sailboat), while the shore is lined with colorful beach umbrellas, scarcely-clothed people tanning or walking around, and multitudes of vendors selling sunglasses, refreshments, and a hundred other items.
Boracay is famous not only for its pristine beaches, but also for the after-dark parties. Things get a lot more interesting once the magnificent sunset is over. Then the White Beach's nightclubs and parlors are vivified by performing musicians and fire dancers who can liven the night up until the wee hours.
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Manok Manok in Boracay Island by Vic Lactaoen
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skim boarding by lilmisstantrums
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