Boracay For Less

Boracay cow lives in the graveyard

2006-06-03T17:33:00.000+08:00

A few days ago I was out looking at some property and drove by the Boracay Cemetery. Since I am getting older I decided to take a tour of the local boneyard and see if I would like to be buried there.

It only took two minutes to make my decision and the answer was NO. I could not believe that the only cemetery in Boracay (the worlds best tropical island) was completely run down and covered in garbage. Seems nobody cares about the place and few people visit their departed loved ones.

Even more shocking was seeing a cow eating what little grass that was left.

2006-02-17T20:24:00.000+08:00

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Banana Boat Boracay

2006-02-15T23:24:00.000+08:00

The Boracay weather was great today and many people were sailing, kite boarding, and riding the banana boats.

It's a blast to watch banana boats because most of the riders have no idea that they are going to be dumped in the ocean. About fifteen minutes into the ride the driver of the tow boat makes a sudden swerve and intentionally flips the banana boat over.

Everyone winds up in the ocean screaming and panic struck.

Back to Boracay

2006-02-13T18:20:00.000+08:00

I had to go to Cebu for a couple of days and did not realize how lucky I was to live on Boracay Island, until I returned. Sometimes you can be so close to something you do not see its true value until it is gone. We are in the high season now and there hundreds of visitors arriving daily. Many of the resorts are fully booked. There are four new major resorts under construction, on white beach, and the new Shangri-La villa complex is underway near Puka beach.

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New railway system planned for Boracay!

2006-01-29T15:25:00.000+08:00

The rehabilitation of the Panay railway system, which covers existing tracks between Iloilo and Roxas City in Capiz, could start this year after Congress enacted the National Railways Act last year. Built by the United States, the railway system ceased operating more than 15 years ago due to financial losses.

The project will provide the best alternative to road transportation, with ridership forecasts reaching 42,338 passengers daily. It could also carry 63,992 tons of cargo every day.

The construction period will run from 2006 to 2008, and the railway system is set to start operating in 2009. Construction will be in several phases: the railway from Iloilo to Roxas City will be the first to be laid out, followed by the segment from Roxas City to Kalibo, and then from Kalibo to Caticlan, the gateway to Boracay island.

499,452 visitors to Boracay in 2005

2006-01-27T12:08:00.000+08:00

Aklan tourism is now a P4-billion industry

Kalibo, Aklan (27 January) -- Tourism, said Aklan Governor Carlito S. Marquez in his recently-delivered "State of the Province Address (SOPA), "continuous to be an anchor industry of our province. By the end of last year, we nearly hit the half-a-million mark in terms of number of domestic and foreign visitors."

Marquez said Boracay's tourist arrivals for 2005 were 499,452. Of this number, 155,739 were foreign visitors while the remaining 343,713 were local tourists. The arrivals of these tourists in the world famous paradise island of Boracay generated an estimated P3.8 billion in tourism receipts, money which circulated into Aklan's mainstream economy.

Marquez said that in preparing the province, particularly the resort island of Boracay for the projection of one million tourist by 2010, the province has committed P1 million for the purchase of land ferry service (multicabs) which maybe leased out to a transport cooperative in Malay to cater to the needs for transportation facilities of Boracay residents and workers at comparatively lower fare rate. He also said the province appropriated P1 million to promote and market alternative tourist destinations of the province like the Manggad it Kalibo in the Mangrove Eco Park, the Bugna It Tangalan Jawili Falls and the Hurom-Hurom Cold Springs of the town of Nabas.

The tourism industry in Boracay is also a big in factor in generating jobs in the province. Boracay's existence is instrumental in the direct employment of more than 5,000 skilled and unskilled workers, 56 percent of which are Aklanons, engaged in various services in the island and employed by tourism-related businesses in the prime tourist destination of the country - a ready answer to President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo's call for job generation and livelihood opportunities.

Governor Marquez delivered his State of the Province Address at the Aklan SP Session Hall before Sangguniang Panlalawigan Members, heads and representatives of national and provincial government offices, mayors, non-government organizations, people's organizations and the local media.

No More Trikes on Boracay Island

2005-12-28T17:25:00.000+08:00

I learned today that the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) will be phasing out tricycles on Boracay Island in Malay, Aklan.

Here is a summary of the decision...

"In lieu of the three-wheeled transport, midget passengers vans popularly known as multicabs will be traversing the island haven, LTFRB regional director Porfirio Clavel said yesterday over the radio.

"It is not a safe (mode of transportation) and it is not environment friendly,"Clavel remarked of the tricycle. "There have been many accidents involving tourists."

As he was speaking over DYFM Bombo Radyo Iloilo, Clavel said that he was headed to Boracay island to conduct public hearings over the matter, particularly to check on the reaction of tricycle drivers and operators on the proposed phase out.

Multicabs, Clavel noted, is a safer mode of transportation as compared to tricycles. Initially, 15 units will be granted franchises, Clavel said.

At the present, the principal transport of going around the island is through tricycles. There are also pedal-powered pedicabs for shorter distances, and private establishments renting out motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles for a fee."

Personally the only complaints I have about the trikes is the polution they create and the fact that there are too many of them in Boracay. The clouds of smoke they create is definitely not good for our health and takes away from the natural beauty of the Island.

The clear water danced with the wind in Boracay

2005-09-07T14:01:00.000+08:00

Superman's Journey: "Boracay was an amazing sight. The urban and congested Manila is nothing compared to where I was standing on. Although the sun was directly above me, the white sand felt cool beneath my feet. The clear water was peacefully dancing with the wind. I took a plunge into the emerald sea and felt my spirits rejuvenated. Finally, I knew how it felt to be in paradise."

I love reading these stories about Boracay.....

Leisure Suite: A Blast in Boracay

2005-09-07T13:43:00.000+08:00

Leisure Suite: A Blast in Boracay: "Yesterday we got back from Boracay and the trip was a blast. It is sooo beautiful there. We went snorkeling, sailing, layed out on the beach, and my favorite- went parasailing. I also had the very best mango shake ever."

Boracay - the best white sand

2005-09-07T13:36:00.000+08:00

A little nonesense now and then is relished by the wisest men.: holiday dreaming: "I WANT TO GO TO THE BEACH, i want to go to boracay. i know boracay can be overrated at times, but honestly they've got the best white sand and there's really a lot you can do there...but i'm yearning for all the lazy things i can do there... lounge around, doze off.... RELAX! = )"

I saw three wise men today in Boracay, they were lounging around and dozing off.... shhhhhhhhhhhhh

Boracay Sand Castle

2005-08-24T21:37:00.000+08:00

Here is the castle I built on the beach at Boracay.

Not true.

Actually the castle was built by local teenagers. They build seven or eight castles each day then ask for donations. At the end of the day they destroy all the castles and rebuild them again the next day.

Boracay d'mall ferris wheel

2005-08-24T21:34:00.000+08:00

Here is a night view of the ferris wheel in the new section of d'mall Boracay. I will add more photos of the mall this week.

Boracay - Best Tropical Beach In The World

2005-08-23T13:29:00.000+08:00

When I tell people that Boracay is the best tropical beach in the world they usually do not believe me (the ones that have never been here). Here is the sign that proves it.

The Sun Prefers To Shine On Boracay

2005-08-22T12:43:00.000+08:00

The Sun has been spinning through the universe for many centuries and has learned a thing or two on it's travels. One thing the sun learned is that the human species, on planet Earth, are very lazy and easily influenced by bright objects so he (Mr. Sun) decided to set up a trap to capture the humans.

He called the trap "Boracay" and beamed huge amounts of sunshine on the location. Immediately humans from all over the world migrated to Boracay and fell into a deep trance which caused them to do foolish things like kite boarding, para sailing and riding on banana boats.

Once humans become trapped in Boracay they lose all desire to work and spend their days worshipping "Mr. Sun".

Boracay - one of the best moments of my life

2005-08-16T23:41:00.000+08:00

my blog: I Dream of Bora: "I found this picture taken last May in Boracay. It was one of the best experiences of my life. Four days of doing nothing but sitting by the beach, listening to the waves, and allowing myself to dream about future vacations and a possible retirement home in Boracay. I think the highlight of the trip was when we laid out towels on the sand and watched the stars and breathed the smell of the ocean. That moment lasted about ten minutes because I was out like a light a few moments after I lay down on the sand. But still, as I type this, I can still remember the feeling of the fine powdery sand between my toes, the night wind on my bare arms and the faint noise of the night owls partying several meters behind us. Definitely one of the best moments of my life."

I am semi-retired in Boracay, if you any questions I will try to answer them for you.

New mall opens in Boracay

2005-08-14T14:14:00.000+08:00

Wow! What a great place. Most of the stores, restaraunts, and bars are now now open in the new section of d'mall in Boracay and it is a wonderful site. There are so many interesting and original shops to visit and each one has it's own charm.

I will post some pictures of the shops next week.

Unforgettable Boracay

2005-08-14T14:09:00.000+08:00

normandcindysadventures: "White sand beach as far as the eye can see, sailboats, diving, parasailing, massages, strolling vendors of all sorts. Then there is D’Mall D’Boracay with every tienda imaginable along the top of the beach."

After three weeks of wind and rain the sun returned to Boracay today, August 14th, 2005. Hundreds of new tourists are sailing, swimming, sun tanning and admiring the beauty of this tropical island.

Electric Power Boosted In Boracay

2005-08-13T13:39:00.000+08:00

PIA News Releases: "The SISID or Small Island Submarine Interconnection Development program is a Pl49 Million Panay-Boracay project which will ensure the security of power supply in the country’s premiere tourist destination.

This development was learned by the Philippine Information Agency here from the “Dispatch” newsletter of the National Transmission Corporation or TransCo.

TransCo President Alan Ortiz said that with the project approval by the Energy Regulatory Commission of the 69 kilovolt interconnection project, TransCo’s commitment to meet the increasing power requirements of Boracay island shall be accomplished."

Boracay Writing Salon Opens in October

2005-08-12T12:17:00.000+08:00

Walk This Way: SHAMELESS PLUG! SHAMELESS PLUG!: "The Writing Salon, which is based in Taos, New Mexico and travels around the world, is coming in October to the Philippine island of Boracay. Join us for four impassioned days, a time to slow down and talk, listen, reflect, imagine, create. Experience the magic of stories rising organically from a community of writers. Discover voices in your writing you never knew were there."

Want to meet some famous writers at a workshop in Boracay?

Finally we arrived in Boracay

2005-08-11T00:09:00.000+08:00

...bora: "... a flight on asian spirit from manila to cataclan, followed by a van ride which carried us to a small boat, then a larger boat, and finally a loud tricycle to right here........ boracay.."

Very nice photo of Boracay in this post.

Boracay is a natural high

2005-08-10T23:07:00.000+08:00

whatever: "gosh!! im on this BORACAY high...

the trip was really something.. it was so relaxed and steady.. clean fun and natural high!!

we were just laughing during our trip.."

We have had three weeks of rain here in Boracay but everyone is still having fun.

Dancing in Boracay...

2005-08-04T20:36:00.000+08:00

Sunny Side of the Street: What happens in Boracay...: "What I found most enjoyable in Boracay, is the experience of going out to drink and dance in your shirt and slippers, actually walking home at 4 in the morning and waking up to a glorious sunshine and beautiful beach. Probably because of its tourism-orientation, service in resorts and restaurants was also very remarkable. Just about anything can be found on the island from crepes to Persian food, decadent cake to tequila sunrise, internet cafe to treadmill, which made me wonder how come people call it a get-away or vacation."

I personally go disco dancing a minimum of three nights every week - at Cocomangas

Riding a tricyle in Boracay

2005-08-01T22:16:00.000+08:00

wanderlust and other temptations: diary of an island girl: "on my way home, i rode in a tricyle driven by a father and his 3 year old son who shouted vroom vroom as we sped along the narrow back streets of boracay"

There are hundreds of tricyle's in Boracay and they all have the same characteristics, loud noises and huge clouds of smoke billowing from the back end.

Dreaming about Boracay

2005-07-27T23:07:00.000+08:00

chocnut.: subliminal waves.: "i had a dream the other night. i was in boracay, frolicking in the sand with a really pretty girl. i could hear myself thinking that i really liked her. we were having a great time, until this other guy came along. she ended up going with him. end of scene 1."

Sometimes dreams come true, come to Boracay and see.

A romantic sunrise in Boracay

2005-07-23T21:32:00.000+08:00

Sunrise Session: "We all have certain Boracay sunrise sessions that are close to the heart. This particular pic of Kar and Tris makes me smile because it's so sweet. It was lowtide and the shore was practically devoid of people because it was that early in the morning."

Boracay is many things but romance is the main thing.

The Boracay Doctor

2005-07-23T21:24:00.000+08:00

MONster's Ink: Boracay again: "My eyes are locked to the turquoise waters everytime I get a chance to have a glimpse of it from the main road in boracay. I wonder how can I ever leave this place? And the Philippines for that matter?
"

Did it ever occur to you that doctors in Boracay spend as much time as they can at the beach, between patients.

Parasailing in Boracay

2005-07-16T19:39:00.000+08:00

Parasailing is probably the most expensive water sport in Boracay (at $50.00 US per hour) but the price does not seem to matter becaause the sails are always in the air.

Boracay boat tour around the island

2005-07-15T22:51:00.000+08:00

If your planning to be in Boracay for a few days be sure to hire a boat to take you on a tour around the island. The six hour trip costs P500 per person and includes a free lunch and free drinks. On our tour the boat stopped at three different beaches so we could explore other parts of the island.

Kitesurfers agree Boracay rules

2005-07-14T17:12:00.000+08:00

kitesurfing boracay: "All the kitesurfing is done on the windy side of the island and although there is loads of accomodation on that side of the island, the restaurants and all the action is on the white beach side. The island is only 1 kilometre across so it isnt a far to stay from the wind."

The other day I saw seven kitesurfers near white beach, each surfer had a different color kite. With the crystal blue waters as a background it was a beautiful site to behold. Sure wish I had taken my camera that day.

Boracay Map

2005-07-13T21:01:00.000+08:00

Found a nice map of Boracay Island today which shows the basic layout of the Island and some of the major tourist destinations.

Boracay banana boat ride thrills both young and old!

2005-07-12T13:53:00.000+08:00

Boracay banana boat rides are among the favorite water activities and the bananas rarely sit idle. The current price is P200 per person with a minimum of four riders. Some of the banana boats hold six passengers and some hold eight.

Boracay is that mythical deserted island that people day-dream of!

2005-07-10T17:22:00.000+08:00

Boracay - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Measuring just 7.5km long and 2km wide, Boracay is possibly one of the last best-kept secrets for international travellers and vacationers. It has consistently been on numerous top ten best beaches lists for decades but, with the Philippines being far from the usual Asian vacation hubs, many tourists balk at the further travel needed to reach Boracay. For this reason Boracay has largely avoided the 'tourist trap' feel that plagues many other Asian tourist destinations."

Windsurfing-Boracay

2005-07-10T17:15:00.000+08:00

Adventure-Windsurfing-Boracay
Bulabog-Beach, in the Philippines. Boracay is the ideal destination for an action-packed adventure holiday thanks to the strong, reliable winds.

Under the shade of a coconut tree!

2005-07-10T17:10:00.000+08:00

Boracay: "There is an undeniable easy atmosphere in Boracay where walking barefoot than shod is the rule rather than the exception. White Beach is so, soooo fine, it feels like treading on miles of baby powder! No wonder, even swinging discos have the beach for a floor, giving dance a new twist.
There are no hang-ups either in this island. At daytime, tourists having a soothing massage under the shade of a coconut tree beside the shoreline is a common sight. And from dusk to dawn, Boracay turns into one big party place where everyone is welcome to join in"

Boracay Regency sets the standard!

2005-07-10T17:00:00.000+08:00

Boracay Regency Beach Resort: "Located at the middle of the world famous Boracay Island, Boracay Regency Beach Resort and Convention Center is the first to receive a triple –A rating along the white beach from the Department of Tourism in the Philippines. The hotel has 195 fully air-conditioned rooms, furnished with high quality fixtures and earthy bamboo and rattan pieces with lanais (except for standard rooms) overlooking the spectacular white sand beach. "

Boracay Festival

2005-07-09T12:07:00.000+08:00

:: Welcome to Manila Bulletin Online ::: "Aklan, where the paradise resort of Boracay is found, has plenty of scenic attractions like caves, waterfalls, and natural pools. It is also popular for the world-renowned Ati-Atihan Festival."

Seems like everday is a festival in Boracay.

Listen to the waves in Boracay

2005-07-09T09:14:00.000+08:00

Do You Have Game?: Music Baton.: "Was watching the sun rise in Boracay in front of Willy's with my cousins and friends, drinking strawberry champagne".

Willy's is excellent resort and not far from "Friday's".

First time to Boracay

2005-07-09T09:02:00.000+08:00

ALANstory: BoRacAy: "it was an EXPERIENCE. It was my first time there and hopefully it wont be the last"

For sure it won't be your last visit, once you have been to Boracay the experience keeps you dreaming of the next visit.

Imagine a four kilometer white sand beach - Boracay

2005-07-08T15:55:00.000+08:00

Beachcombing at Boracay: "Nothing compares to the talcum-fine sand of the four-kilometer White Beach. I've been to different beaches with white sand, but still the sand from Boracay, stands the finest of them all."

And the entire four kilometers has unique shops, restaraunts and entertainment. Boracay is the best of the best.

Boracay resort receives International award

2005-07-08T14:55:00.000+08:00

:: Welcome to Manila Bulletin Online ::

357 Boracay is the first Philippine business to receive the Century International Era Award that is given by the group composed of members from 71 countries.

This is an upscale resort and reservations are required.

Boracay off season resort rooms for P400

2005-07-08T08:23:00.000+08:00

Boracay For Less

It's July in Boracay and off season prices are now in effect. Budget resorts like the Orchids have fan rooms available for P400 and cottages for P500 per day.

The low season officially starts on June 31 and ends in late October. If you are on a budget it is a great time to visit the famous white beach. The weather can be tricky this time of year and you might experience some rain but it doesn't last long.

Boracay s a true island paradise

2005-07-08T06:23:00.000+08:00

Memory Snippets: A Series of Real Life Events: "

Boracay Island, Philippines is a true and true island paradise in every sense. But one thing the Boracay has that many other island paradises do not, is a host of activities that would keep even a person that can’t sit still for two minutes, like me, too busy to even imagine being"

This blog has some excellent photos of Boracay.

Professional writers invite you to join them in Boracay

2005-07-07T23:16:00.000+08:00

welcome to the jungle~: The Writing Salon in Boracay

After three successful years in Taos, New Mexico, The Writing Salon has taken to the road. The Boracay Salon will be the third one to be held in Asia this year, Navé said. The first two in Thailand attracted professional writers as well as artists, a scientist, a filmmaker, ad executives and even a private banker.

Wow! Imagine mingling with professional writers and showing them your own creative works while you vacation in Boracay.

The worlds number one tropical beach!

2005-07-07T19:02:00.000+08:00

Asian Vision :: Boracay (Philippines): "As I stepped off the boat and waded through crystal clear waters, my backpack held high above my head, a sign welcomed me to 'The worlds number one tropical beach' and on seeing the gleaming white sands, I knew I had arrived. Firmly established in any travellers' tour of the Philippines, the small island of Boracay attracts more attention than any of the other seven thousand or so islands that make up the archipelago. "

Boracay's reputation as the best tropical beach in the world is well earned, visitors find it difficult to leave paradise.

Save $200.00 on your trip to Boracay

2005-06-03T18:37:00.000+08:00

If you are planning a trip to Boracay we have good news for you. This blog was created to save you time, money, and stress during your visit to the worlds best tropical beach.

We live on Boracay Island and are in the process of creating a free resource known as the "Boracay For Less" package. It is absolutely free and will save you money on transportation, resort rooms, entertainment and food.

If you are new to Boracay and need a friendly face to guide you to your resort we will we personally greet you in Caticlan and point you in the right direction. There is no charge for this service.

Jerry & Mayleen Martin