As a holiday destination, the island of Boracay is among the Philippines’ most popular. Picture trendy bars, sophisticated restaurants and luxury hotels set on an idyllic island and you begin to scratch the surface of what this elite destination has to offer. Only partially developed, mass commercial tourism is confined to just a single area, meaning opportunities to enjoy peace, tranquillity and solitude, are also available.

Situated approximately 195 miles south of the Philippine capital city of Manila, Boracay is an island in the archipelago’s western Visayas region. People come here for the excellent beaches and water sports, but also for the luxurious resorts and trendy nightspots.