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Philippines

Boracay island, with its long White Beach and famous sunsets — the Philippines is a tropical destination for relaxation and water sports.

Best time to visit
November–May (typically the dry season)
Currency
Philippine Peso (PHP)
Language
Filipino and English
Timezone
UTC+8
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Philippine PesoPHP
Reference exchange rate
1 PHP ≈
0.0590 SAR
1 PHP ≈
0.0157 USD
Last updated: 23 October 2026 at 00:02Source: ExchangeRate-API (open.er-api.com)

Daily reference rates (not real-time) from a third-party provider — for approximate guidance only.

What it's known for

Tropical warmth and friendly hospitality

  • 01An archipelago of thousands of islands, with Boracay among its best-known beach destinations.
  • 02English is an official language alongside Filipino, so communication is easy for visitors.
  • 03Boracay is known for water sports such as diving and kitesurfing.

Top attractions

01

White Beach

A long white-sand beach lined with resorts and restaurants, known for its sunsets.

Nature
02

Mount Luho

The island's highest point, with panoramic views over the surrounding beaches.

Nature
03

Bulabog Beach

A beach on the island's other side, popular for wind-powered sports like kitesurfing.

Adventure
04

Puka Shell Beach

A quieter beach on the island's north, less crowded than White Beach.

Nature

Essential apps

Google Maps

Navigation

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Google Translate

Translation

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Local insights

Neighborhoods worth visiting

Station 1, 2 & 3

White Beach is divided into numbered “stations”, each with its own character.

Pick the station that suits you: calm or lively.

Local markets

D'Talipapa Market

A fresh seafood market where visitors buy fish and have it cooked at nearby restaurants.

A local way to enjoy fresh seafood.Open in Google Maps ↗

D'Mall Boracay

A shopping-and-dining open-air area in the heart of Station 2 on White Beach.

Shopping and food close to the beach.Open in Google Maps ↗

Restaurants & cafés

Restaurant

The Sunny Side Café

All-day breakfast

A popular all-day-breakfast café-restaurant on White Beach at Station 3 (with a branch at Station 1).

White Beach, BoracayOpen in Google Maps ↗
Café & sweets

Real Coffee & Tea Cafe

Coffee & baked goods

A café founded in 1996 at Station 2 near D'Mall, known for its calamansi muffin and a sea-view balcony.

Station 2, BoracayOpen in Google Maps ↗

An editorial pick by Masar Rahlati. We leave ratings and opening hours to Google Maps so they stay current — please check them before you visit.

Travel tips

  • Boracay is usually reached via Caticlan airport followed by a short boat ride to the island.
  • Tricycles are a common way to get around the island.
  • Getting there includes a boat ride, so plan your arrival and departure times accordingly.
  • The sun is strong — carry sunscreen, a hat and water.

Visa & Entry

Visa and entry requirements can change, and vary by nationality and passport type. Please verify the latest requirements with the relevant official authority (the destination's embassy or consulate) before travel. This page is not an official visa reference.

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