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Boracay island prepares for cruise ship surge in 2025

Boracay island prepares for cruise ship surge in 2025

Boracay is set to welcome a significant increase in cruise ship arrivals this 2025, with 17 vessels scheduled to dock throughout the year. Last year, 9 cruise ships visited the island. The wave of cruise passengers is expected to begin this January with the arrival of prominent vessels like Aidastella, Norwegian Sky, and Seaborne Encore....

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New Year’s Eve fireworks display to light up Boracay skies

New Year’s Eve fireworks display to light up Boracay skies

Boracay is set to ring in 2025 with a massive New Year’s Eve fireworks display, a collaborative effort by eleven of the island’s premier resorts and the local government unit of Malay. The spectacular show will light up the night sky above the famous Boracay beaches, making the New Year’s celebrations extra memorable. Participating establishments...

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Boracay’s Golden Hour; A Glimpse into the Past

Boracay’s Golden Hour; A Glimpse into the Past

This picture taken around circa 1992-1993 isn’t just a photograph; it’s a time capsule. A captivating throwback image, it transports us to a Boracay bathed in the golden light of a breathtaking sunset. The sky explodes with vibrant colors of orange, pink, and a soft, almost ethereal purple, a painter’s masterpiece splashed across the canvas...

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Malay wins 11 tourism awards at PAGDAYAW 2024

Malay wins 11 tourism awards at PAGDAYAW 2024

The municipality of Malay, home to the world-renowned Boracay Island, received 11 awards at the PAGDAYAW 2024 awards ceremony on December 9th. The awards, presented by the Department of Tourism Region VI, recognize outstanding contributions to the tourism sector. Malay was lauded for its top performance in DOT accreditation campaigns, boasting the most accredited community...

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Boracay’s Ciriaco Tirol Hospital expands, upgrades to Level 1

Boracay’s Ciriaco Tirol Hospital expands, upgrades to Level 1

The Ciriaco Tirol Hospital in Boracay recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for its expansion program. This development marks a significant step forward for the hospital, as it has also been approved to become a Level 1 facility. Said expansion will increase the hospital’s bed capacity from 10 to 25 beds. This will allow the hospital...

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Pinay Boracay brings island flavors to Negros food festival

Pinay Boracay brings island flavors to Negros food festival

A Boracay-based group called Pinay Boracay brought the taste of the island to Negros Occidental through their participation at the 17th Negros Island Organic Products and Local Foods Festival. The festival, known for showcasing the region’s rich agricultural bounty and culinary traditions, welcomed the group to showcase Boracay’s distinct menu, adding a welcome layer of...

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Willy’s Rock: A Throwback to the 90’s

Willy’s Rock: A Throwback to the 90’s

This photo takes us back to the 1994, a time when Willy’s Rock, located in Station 1 of Boracay, was just starting to become a popular tourist spot. The photo captures a group of people enjoying the beauty of the grotto and the natural rock formation carved by nature. The photo has a real nostalgic...

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First-ever beach basketball tournament a slam dunk success

First-ever beach basketball tournament a slam dunk success

Boracay Island recently made history by hosting the inauguration of the first-ever beach basketball tournament in the Philippines, marking a groundbreaking event for the sport in the country. The tournament, part of the Boracay White Beach Festival, took place from October 26-28, 2024. It brought together top teams to compete in a unique seaside setting,...