The calm crystal clear waters and powdery white sands of Boracay make it one of the top vacation destinations in the country. Now that Boracay Island is officially closed, tourists are searching for alternative beach destinations in the Philippines. The good news is one can never run out of beautiful beaches in a country with 7,641 islands. But if its white sand that you want, then check out some of these gorgeous beaches.
Bantayan Island. This island in Cebu is perfect for those who a looking for a nice laid back vacation without the glitz. There are several gorgeous beaches and islands to explore along with nature and wildlife parks in Bantayan. However, the best way to experience the island is to simply enjoy the beach. Simply dive into the waters, go snorkeling, island hopping, or swim in their natural caves to make the most of your experience. You can also visit some of the historical and religious sites in the island to get a feel of their culture. If its adventure you seek, then there’s windsurfing, skydiving, and kite surfing activities for you to try.
Caramoan Island. Camarines Sur is another good destination for beach lovers. That is if you love the beach more than partying on the beach. Caramoan Island boasts of beautiful white sand beaches, a 4,000 hectare limestone forest, and tranquil lakes for you to explore. The island is simply gorgeous that it has been chosen as one of the locations for a season of the Survivor TV series. Its rustic and unexplored feel which makes it a perfect getaway from the city buzz. Aside from water adventures you can also enjoy rock climbing, camping, and trekking in the Caramoan. All these make the Caramoan one of the best beach destinations in the country today.
El Nido Palawan. Located at the northern tip of Palawan, El Nido is also one of the top beach destinations in the Philippines. This is because of the gorgeous waters and landscape in the region. Aside from gorgeous beaches and limestone rock formations, El Nido also has lagoons, waterfalls, and hot springs to offer. Plus, you’ll never run out of fun things to do like snorkeling, scuba diving, and island hopping activities are available in El Nido. These may be typical island attraction but you can be sure that each island and diving site offers its own unique beauty for visitors to enjoy.
