Travel tales and tips for places to go in Boracay (Aklan), Philippines by asiahotels.com

Traveller's Tales: Places to go and see in Boracay (Aklan), Philippines

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A Alipio	06 May 2005
Stayed at Fridays Beach Resort Boracay - Boracay (Aklan), Philippines.
1.Must dine at Gasthoe for their very scrumptuous BABY BACK RIBS. One of the best I have ever tasted. 2.Best to arrange accomodation that includes transfers particularly from Caticlan jetty. The hotel will arrange a porter to pick guests up and lead you to their hotel AND carry your luggages. Believe me this is helpful since walking on sand is harder. 3.Transfers from Kalibo airport to Caticlan is no problem. There's no requirement to pre-book this as there is an abundance of transport companies that will offer you competitive prices to get to Caticlan from Kalibo and vice versa. 4.There is another great way to see Boracay Island. Visit Mt.Lahu which is located in the middle of the mainland. You will be at the top of the mountain and gain panoramic views.
D Francisco	05 December 2004
Stayed at Boracay Terraces Resort - Boracay (Aklan), Philippines.
This was my very first trip to Boracay and I can say that I was really impressed and enchanted by the island that I can't help but look forward to come back again soon. I got to Boracay via a 45-minute flight to Kalibo, Aklan, took an hour and a half bus ride to Caticlan port then a 25-minute boat ride to the island itself. It was a bit tiring but it was all worth it because the moment I sat foot on the shore, I immediately noticed how clear the water was and how fine the sands were. It was fantastic and from then I know I was gonna have an awesome time. I stayed in a resort located at the most northern part of the island and we had to take a 5 to 7-minute tricycle ride to get to the main district where a a lot of stores, coffeeshops and restaurants can be found. But then again, the location of the resort has its advantages. The beach on this part of the island is cleaner, much peaceful, serene and more relaxing because very few people go to this part to swim and wander. Aside from swimming, I spent most of my 3 day vacation eating and wandering around the island. There are tons of places to dine and hang out here. Just go to the place called D MALL which is located somewhat in the middle part of the island and here, you can choose to dine from quite a number of restaurants and coffeeshops. I had the chance to check my emails while on the island as several internet shops are within the area as well. Some restaurants offer al fresco dining and this is very nice especially at night. Shopping souvenir items was never a problem as there were a lot of things to buy for "pasalubong". The most enjoyable part of my trip though was of course swimming and walking through the fine, soft sands of the beach as well as watching the sunrise and sunset. Boracay is a huge island and 3 days is simply not enough to explore and fully enjoy what this marvelous place has to offer. I'd like to thank asiahotels.com for doing a job well done with my reservation as they provided fast and efficient service. I look forward to using your website again very soon. Great job!
A Cayaban	24 September 2004
Stayed at Jony's Beach Resort - Boracay (Aklan), Philippines.
Boracay was the last stop for me me and my girlfriend. We went island hopping (Puerto Galera, Cebu then Boracay.) When I first heard about Boracay, I thought people were exaggerating about White Beach's crystal blue waters and powdery white sand. Having been there however, I can tell you that this is no exaggeration. The one point that struck me (besides the powdery sand) is that there are virtually no stones, driftwood or jagged shells to injure your feet as you wade into the waters. At 20-feet out, you can throw pieces of bread to feed the fish. The water is so crystal clear that you can see the gentle striations in the sand as the fish swim around your feet. Sunset is simply beautiful: The orange glow of the sky is the last thing you'll see before the beach comes alive at night with people strolling around: going to the numerous bars, restaurants and clubs that abound. The staff at Jony's Beach resort were some of the friendliest and most helpful that I've encountered. They arranged parasailing, jetskiing, snorkeling and island hopping for us. They even bought groceries for us and cooked it. Every night, we ate dinner by candlelight out on the beach: Chili crab, steamed lobster, whole roast suckling pig... all cooked expertly by the chef at Jony's. This was one of the funnest vacations I've ever had.
G Magtolis	07 June 2004
Stayed at Boracay Terraces Resort - Boracay (Aklan), Philippines.
Boracay is one place that I will not grow tired of even if I get to visit it year after year. On 3 occasions, I went there with a group of first-timers, and I always enjoy letting them see the other beautiful aspects of Boracay aside from the sand and sea. One must-see is Mt. Luho viewdeck, which can be accessible through renting a tricycle or van. For a fee of only 20 pesos, one can see a magnificent, panoramic, 360 degree view of the island. The terrain before reaching the actual viewdeck is quite steep though, which might pose a challenge to more elderly travellers. But the scenic view on top is truly worth the effort. The ride to Mt. Luho also affords the first-time tourist to see much of the back roads of Boracay, which are not seen in postcards and travel guides. One gets a better appreciation of the lives of the locals living there. From Mt. Luho, a stop to the Puka Beach can be arranged with your tricycle driver. Getting to Puka Beach by land is quite a different experience than getting there by boat. A cheap meal can be prepared at one of the small resaturants there at Puka Beach. A stop at the local market or "talipapa" is also a must to complete your Boracay trip. Different knick knacks and souvenirs can be bought at bargain prices. Don't forget to bargain though, as the sellers are used to slashing down their prices once asked to do so. A boat ride to Crystal Cove is also something I have done in all my trips to Boracay. Even if the two caves inside Crystal Cove remain the same, going inside them each time is still an adventure, depending on the tides of the sea. A welcome development inside Crystal Cove is the addition of several viewing decks. One can also buy several viands at the local market beforehand, as well as rice and sodas, and have the food cooked at Crystal Cove by the boatmen. They are quite adept at this and they will even accompany you to the market to guide you on what to buy, and they can store the food for you until your boating trip. Since Crystal Cove does not provide any substantial food, doing this will be more convenient as the food is cooked while you are touring the whole island. Another activity that can be done is the hiring of a glass-bottom boat. This may be more appropriate for travellers who are not that keen on snorkelling or diving. Of course nothing beats seeing the fishes and corals up close, but viewing them through a glass-bottom boat could be the next best thing. A trip to Boracay will also not be complete without riding a banana boat or flying fish. Other water sports such as jet skiing or parasailing are also available. For budget meals, McSandro at D'Mall is a must. The food is great and prepared well. Nightlife will also not be complete without a visit to Cocomangas or Pier One. And for ultra budget travellers, the best way to spend time in Boracay is simply by walking on the beach. The sand is second to none!
K Jaggard	23 February 2004
Stayed at Lorenzo Resort Main - Boracay (Aklan), Philippines.
I found the island to be just what I was looking for - somewhere nice to relax from the the crystal clear waters and white sands. A must do is to take one of the outrigger boats, for sailing is very very reasonably priced and is a great way to relax. Along the beach we found our favourite to be Lea's Bar which is just back from the beach, an open air bar and great to pull up a chair sipping cocktails and watching the sun set. Which we did every night, a most civilised way to end an evening. We also did a hike to Mt Luhio, I think that is how you spell, it it is the highest point on the island and gives you a great overview of all of Boracay. I think it is a great place to visit and you have the option of doing lots or doing nothing which I think is great for a holiday destination and perfect for everyone. If anyone has any questions feel fee to email me and I will answer them if I can. And if you do decide to go to Boracay, enjoy yourself as much as I did. A great place to eat is at Pier One, yummmy!
D Harris	31 October 2003
Stayed at Boracay Regency Beach Resort - Boracay (Aklan), Philippines.
We stayed at the Boracay Regency Beach Resort from 25-31 October 2003. What a great beach - better than a dream! The best way to get to Boracay is to fly to Caticlan - do not fly to Kalibo because then you will have to endure a 2-hour bus ride to the ferry terminal. We boarded the hotel's own boat at the ferry terminal which dropped us off on the beach in nearly-waist-high water a few yards from shore. (Yep, we waded up to the beach while the porters carried our bags over their heads. Some porters carried children and grown-ups, too!) We spent most of our time wearing T-shirts and swimsuits - no need to dress up to go anywhere here. The island has lots of mom-and-pop shops selling tourist items, pooka-shell necklaces and bracelets, cheap T-shirts and flip-flops, etc. There are many great places to eat casual - we enjoyed Jammers (American-owned) and the Steakhouse, both near boat station 1. There is an ATM in the "Mall d'Boracay" just steps away from Jammers. Vendors walk around selling cheap sunglasses, jewelry, copy-watches, etc. but they are not pushy at all. (The better hotels prohibit vendors from approaching tourists on 'their' section of the beach.) We took a boat tour to Crystal Cove Island to explore some caves. We snorkled, too, with their equipment. You can easily rent mountain bikes, jet-skis, a banana boat, and sailboats. There are very few vehicles on the island, but there are motorized tricycles that can take you to places if you wish. The island has horseback riding and a golf course, but I did not check these out myself. If you get injured, there's at least one medical clinic on the island reportedly on 24-hour call. Be sure to carry lots of PHP 50 and PHP 20 notes (1 USD = 55 PHP) for tips. Have a great time - we did!
S Lister	22 May 2001
Stayed at Fridays Beach Resort Boracay - Boracay (Aklan), Philippines.
Beautiful island, the sand is as white and as fine as they claim. Stay at Friday's end of the beach if you want to be quiet, or stay right in Central Boracay for more activity and social life. Massages on the beach and cocktails at your favourite beach front bar whilst admiring the sunset are a must! True Food Indian restaurant and Nigi Noo's bar should be tried, the market is fun for shoppers.

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