Tag: Boracay
Bistro Des Amis is Boracay’s Belgian-Mediterranean Haven
Whenever I’m at the beach, I like dining in spots where I can (over)stay a while—meaning it isn’t too crowded, so I won’t feel pressured to immediately leave after I’ve devoured the last morsel off my plate. Maybe I’ll casually chat with the locals or my fellow backpackers. Maybe I’ll read the magazine or book […]
Is The Boracay Crystal Kayak Photo Shoot Worth It?
I’ve been seeing this in Boracay since 2022, the era of post-pandemic travel: women of all ages, shapes, and sizes in their best swimsuits or sundresses, posing like a Victoria’s Secret model on a clear kayak in the clear waters of Boracay. The photographer: one of the island’s “Kuya” boatmen or tour guides, happily guiding […]
Little Taj: Bollywood in Boracay
When you think of Indian restaurants in the Philippines, do you envision opulent decors, vintage vibes, and a traditional menu? A new Boracay hotspot wants you to experience the more modern and trendy side of India. Fun Activities To Try In Boracay 🌅 Parasailing ⛵️ Paraw Sailing 🏝 Boracay Island Hopping 🌊 Jet-skiing Little Taj […]
Boracay’s Secret Beaches
There’s more to Boracay than Stations 1-3, a.k.a. White Beach, the long strip of powdery sand that put Boracay atop many best beach listicles around the world. This year I went on a mission: To find as many of Boracay’s secret beaches as I could. Sorry, White Beach! I still love you, but I needed […]
Feliz Hotel: Little Europe in Boracay
Who would have thought that right smack in the middle of D’Mall in Boracay would rise a Spanish hotel, complete with a plaza that plays nightly live music and serves tapa-style food and drinks? If you’ve been to Boracay one too many times like I have, you’d expect to see the usual suspects in D’Mall—all […]
Bulabog Beach: The Other Side of Boracay
If, like me, you’ve been to Boracay one too many times and you feel like you’ve seen it all and done it all, then you may find yourself asking the next time you get invited to a Boracay wedding or vacation: “What else can I do to see Boracay in a fresh perspective, just like […]
Muchos, Boracay’s New Latin American Resto
The Philippines’ most famous white-sand island is back to regular programming. The establishments that survived Boracay’s 2018 closure and the pandemic’s zigzagging travel rules are now operating at high capacity—with some pandemic restrictions still in place. Another sign of Boracay’s thriving tourism is the opening of new businesses. One of the newest restaurants to dot […]
Work From Paradise in Banana Bay Boracay
Here’s a little Boracay tidbit: Bulabog Beach is where you’ll find a lot of long-staying tourists and remote workers. Also called “back beach” and “the other side of Boracay,” Bulabog has a few resorts, hotels, and apartments for those who looking for a peaceful slumber away from Stations 1 to 3, a.k.a. White Beach. The […]
How to Pack an Oversized Hat
Hats make great beach accessories. They serve as extra SPF and they add flair to your photos. But how do you pack an oversized hat into your check-in luggage or carry on? Let me show you my packing tips and how I managed to bring my mother of all hats to Boracay. Who’s a mad […]