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Top 10 Philippines beaches

Tue, Aug 2 4:32 PM

By Izah Morales

Summer never ends in the 7,107 islands of the Philippines. Beach bumming is an all year-round activity. No rain can quench the thirst of beach lovers for the sea, sand, and the sun inthe Pearl of the Orient. As much as we want to list all of them, Yahoo! Travel Month givesyou the tickets to 10 must-visit beaches in the Philippines.

1. BORACAYDubbed as the most popular beach destination in the Philippines, Boracay in the province ofAklan lures hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. The island caters to every type oftraveler. One can swim in the azure waters in the morning, sunbathe on the talc powder-likewhite sand of the White Beach at noon and parasail at dusk as the sun paints the sky withorange and indigo hues. But in the evening, the whole island transforms into one big partyplace. For some, Boracay may seem overrated but for party people who call it Bora, it is thehappiest place to mingle while drinking a cold beer and dancing to party music.

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2. EL NIDOSail through the blue lagoons enclosed by limestone cliffs or take a dip in the crystal clearwaters with the school of fish as your companions and you know youre in El Nido. The

perfect shangri-la for luxury and adventure is what El Nido is for Gerum Quiming ofSenyorLakwatsero.com. Miniloc and Lagen Islands are the popular destinations in El Nidobut Flipnomad.com discovered pristine twin beaches called Nacpan and Calitang with noresorts but just the coconut trees as your shade.

If youre dreaming of having an island on your own, then head to Ipil Beach. James Betia ofJourneyingJames.com recommended Ipil Beach for those who want to be alone in an island:Camp on Ipil beach with only the moon as your light, monkeys and monitor lizard will beyour visitor and best of all its free. If there is a piece of paradise on earth, its called ElNido."

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3. SIARGAOIf you want to get high on a Cloud 9, then surf on the world-class waves of Siargao Island,the surfing capital of the Philippines. Situated in the east coast of Surigao del Norte,Mindanao, Siargao Island faces the Pacific Ocean, which brings strong waves during theNorthwest Monsoon (October-March).

Because of its first class quality breaks, surfers from all over the world flock to the island tojoin annual international surfing competitions like the Siargao International Surfing Cup.

If surfing is not your thing, you can still enjoy the strong winds by flying a kite or by hoppingfrom one island to another. And you might find yourself allured by the 200 meters stretch ofpowdery white sand of Pansukian / Naked Island just like Valerie Teves ofWeekendHaven.com.

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4. MAHABANG BUHANGIN in Calaguas IslandProtected by strong waves, Mahabang Buhangin in Calaguas Islands is truly an escape fromthe crowd. The crystal clear blue waves and the long stretch of powdery white sand would beyour abode.

Nina Fuentes of Justwandering.org wrote, The powder white sand stretches unmarred by

nothing but the driftwood that sometimes washes from the shore. There's no resort in thebeach -- the only structure here is the caretaker's house and a small hut that they rent out to

tourists. Pitch a tent or sleep underneath the stars. Either way, it's an experience you'll alwayscherish.If you want to have a castaway-like experience, then beach camping in Calaguas would beyour perfect getaway.

5. BLUE LAGOON in Pagudpud, Ilocos NorteUnlike other beaches, the crescent-shaped Blue Lagoon or Maira-Ira Cove in Pagudpud,Ilocos Norte is very accessible by land travel. You dont need to ride a boat just to see itsbeauty. What makes it a must-visit destination is the activities that it offers, be it summer or

rainy season.

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During the Northeast Monsoon (Amihan Season) from October to March, the strong windsand waves make it perfect for surfing. Those who love snorkeling and other water sports likekayaking would enjoy the waters of Blue Lagoon during the Southwest Monsoon (HabagatSeason) from April-September, when the sea is calm.

6. CAMIGUIN ISLANDBeing an island wanderer does not need to be expensive. A luxurious experience at a lower

cost can go together as what travel blogger Glorifer Abalde experienced in the island Bornof Fire called Camiguin Island. Camiguin Island situated in Northern Mindanao was a resultof volcanic eruptions and land movements.

A one-stop shop for nature trippers is how travel blogger Jason Montana describes it. Onecan find hot springs, cold springs, lagoons, falls, seven volcanoes, forest and beach placed inone island.

At the horse shoe-shaped white sand bar called White Island, travel blogger CA de Ramosfinds locals selling sea urchin, an aphrodisiac, for only Php 10 or $0.23.

7. BANTAYAN ISLANDNo matter how long the journey from Cebu City to Bantayan Island, riding buses and ferries,the exhaustion would be rewarded when one sees the long stretch of stunning white sand incontrast with the different hues of blue seas in Sta. Fe, Bantayan Island. This island is aperfect weekend getaway from the hustles and bustles in the Queen City of the South, says,Glorifer Abalde of Phingtravels.com.

People should check out Bantayan Island not only for its beautiful beaches but also for its

historic Church of Saints Peter and Paul Church, the fort ruins of Madridejos and experiencea quaint town setting inhabited by friendly people surrounded by scenic countrysides. -

Marky Ramone Go of Nomadicexperiences.com

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8. MORONG BEACH in Sabtang Island, Batanes

With its unspoiled and rustic charm, Morong Beach in Sabtang Island, Batanes willmesmerize you to take a dip into its deep blue waters surrounded by lush greens and theremarkable rock formation called the Nakabuang Arc. One may find solitude while strollingalong the rough pebbled white sand in this secluded island. If one wants to do some soul-searching, then this is the beach for you.

9. PINK BEACH or Sta. Cruz Island in ZamboangaIf you love pink, then you would surely want to see the Pink Beach or Sta. Cruz Island in theZamboanga Peninsula. Unique in its own way, the beach got its name because of its sparklingpink-colored sand.

What makes it special is the security escort you'll have when you visit the place. It may

sound dangerous but surely it was one for the road kind of experience, said travel blogger

Jerome Baluyut of SuperTikoy.

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10. ROMBLONSeek your adventure in the marble capital of the Philippines, Romblon, if you want to takethe road less traveled. It is where you would find unexploited and virgin beaches. One ofthem is the Talipasak Beach. Because of its mineral rich soil, one can find the undisturbedbeach of Romblon as unique.

Travel blogger Angel Juarez of Lakwatsero.com noted, Going there is quite an adventure

but having a spectacular beach all by yourself is truly rewarding. Go island and beachhopping to best experience the sand, sea and sun of one of the most overlooked destinations

in the country.If these werent enough for beachcombers, there are thousands of beaches left to discover and

explore in the Philippines.

+++People who read her travel blog know her as Trip@dora and adventure becomes her middlename as she explores the unexplored. Izah Morales is one photoholic journalist whoaspires to travel the world.