The Island of Boracay has managed to pack its thousand-hectare area with all the elements of a tropical paradise - crystal blue waters, powder white sand, liberal doses of tropical palms and flowering plants, and a healthy marine life underneath the seas.

Boracay would have remained a national secret if not for a few foreign travellers who accidentally stumbled upon the place. Some say it was a movie crew, which spread word about Boracay to other sun worshippers. Other swear it was German traveller Jens Peter's book, which included rare reviews about Boracay that sent tourists on their way. Whichever tale is true, Boracay has become a melting pot for beach lovers.

Visitors can hear English, German and French spoken fluently here. More importantly, visitors respect the serene quality of the place, and pay tribute to native Boracaynons by behaving to local behavioural codes that means no nudity, no fighting, and no loud commotions.

This beautiful island gifted with a nicely preserved coral reef and sun-blessed weather is ideal for scuba diving, snorkelling, sports fishing, windsurfing and other outdoor water sports.

The east coast offers fewer tourist attractions though sand beaches surround it. The water is too shallow especially during low tide making it not alluring for swimmers. The stones and seaweed obstruct people to go to the deeper part. However, at an area called Bulabog, professional windsurfers find it very suitable for their practices and even for their annual international fun board cup championships.

For more leisurely pursuits, many local fishermen and holiday resorts offer all-day around the island trips by motorized bangkas, with stop-offs at the northern caves, near Yapak, home of Boracay's giant fruit bats, locally called "Flying Monsters" and the 'Kar-tir' Sea Shell Museum with Filipino craft displays in Ilig-Iligan.

The island is also well known for its now very rare gleaming white puka shells, said to be the best in the world. For years, puka shells were dug out of the beach of Yapak and then sold.

Eating and drinking places here have increased throughout the years that competition has turned to favour the consumer. Some have chosen to entice customers with inexpensive yet sumptuous buffets, while others continue to maintain their specialties, some of which have managed to become popular among foreigners and locals alike.

The island contains 350 beach resorts with 2000 rooms accommodating visitors. Room styles and accommodation packages vary to suit every visitor's preferences.

As the sea breeze subsides and the warm tropical evening draws to a close, treat yourself and "Taste the Magic of the Orient" - select from the island’s cocktails & fruit-shakes made from sweet yellow mango, green tart mango, to pineapple, coconut milk, cantaloupe and banana. You’ll find in Boracay also a vibrant nightlife!