(SPOT.ph) Our favorite island destination (declared one of the best worldwide many times over, too!) is open to tourists again and we’re psyched to feel that fine, white sand beneath our feet once more.
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But before you do, there are a few more steps you have to take to make sure your vacation will be enjoyable and safe for everyone:
- Book your travel transportation and Department of Tourism-accredited accommodations.
- After gathering all your requirements, sign up four days prior to your arrival date for an online Health Declaration Card. (QR codes are automatically generated.)
- Aside from personal information, you will need to provide the following: your flight details, accommodation confirmation, itinerary; as well as upload copies of your valid ID, roundtrip flight and booking details, and vaccination card (DOH’s VaxCert or your city/municipality’s vaccination card with QR code).
- If you are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated, you need to (as of this writing) provide a negative RT-PCR result certificate from a maximum of 72 hours before your flight—this applies to those 12 years old and above.
Boracay still has amazing recreation, relaxation, dining, and accommodation options for a wide range of people. Many places offer discounted rates as tourism starts to pick up again.
Check out these resorts in Boracay whatever your budget:
Shangri-La's Boracay Resort and Spa
Barangay Yapak, Malay, Aklan
Contact: (36) 288-4988
E-mail: slbo@shangri-la.com
www.shangri-la.com/boracay/boracayresort
Rates start at P17,500/night
Exclusive with a capital "E," you can indulge all your escape-to-paradise dreams here. You may even feel like you have the resort to yourself so you can sunbathe, swim, snooze, schmooze, and sign up for adventures like scuba diving in their cozy cabanas, relaxing rooms, and delectable dining establishments. Cap your stay with truly indulgent treatments at Chi, The Spa.
Discovery Shores Boracay
Station 1, Barangay Balabag, Malay, Aklan
Contact: (02) 7720-8888
E-mail: reservations@dsb.discovery.com.ph
www.discoveryshoresboracay.com
Rates start at P15,300/night
Enjoy deep slumber and wake up refreshed in one of the homey, spacious suites at Discovery Shores Boracay. You can also sample a wide variety of gastronomic delights—some even available vacuum-packed and well-sealed for you to take back home. Choose from among various experiences (or maybe do them all!): water or land-based activities, lounging at their different nooks, or just laying back to be pampered.
Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay
Station Zero, Barangay Yapak, Malay, Aklan
Contact: (036) 8286-2700
E-mail: boracay.mice@crimsonhotel.com
crimsonhotel.com/boracay
Rates start at: P12,460/night
Set in a very secluded part of the island with its own private beach, the resort can be accessed by land or by sea. Various restaurants offer a wide array of dishes to keep your meals exciting. If you tire of the sea, you can take a dip in any of the three swimming pools. The fitness center and spa provide other activities for adults; and an entertainment center for the kids.
Coast Boracay
Station 2, Barangay Balabag, Malay, Aklan
Contact: (036) 288-2634
E-mail: reservations@coastboracay.com
www.coastboracay.com/resort
Rates start at P7,930/night
Their spacious rooms feature style and comfort: accents of locally made weaves from Mindanao and extremely comfortable mattresses and pillows. The in-house Ta’la Spa has a range of treatments from nail art to traditional Filipino hilot. Coast Boracay also prides itself in stellar service and in making fun activities available for every guest—even the smallest and most precious ones.
Henann Crystal Sands
Station 1, Barangay Balabag, Malay, Aklan
Contact: (036) 288-9222 to 26
E-mail: reservations.hcs@henann.com
www.henann.com/henanncrystalsands
Rates start at P5,656
This sprawling resort opens up into Station 1’s white sand beach. Within the resort, there are three swimming pools for those days when you don't want to deal with waves. Everything you could need is within the property—even a health club!—so you would be forgiven for not bothering to wander outside its gates.
Aqua Boracay
Bulabog Beach, Barangay Balabag, Malay, Aklan
Contact: (036) 288-1999
E-mail: reservations@aquaboracay.com.ph
aquaboracay.com
Rates start at P4,200/night
Located along Bulabog Beach, Aqua Boracay lets you dip your toes in the crystalline waters or engage in some adrenaline-pumping sports like kiteboarding and windsurfing right outside their doorstep. For some shopping and eating, bustling D'Mall is a hop and a skip away. You can also relax with a drink poolside. For some relaxation, book a treatment at their in-house spa, Mist.
Serene La Playa Boracay
Zone 4, Station 1, Barangay Balabag, Malay, Aklan
Contact: (036) 288-4888
E-mail: laplaya.reservations@serenehotels.com
serenehotels.com
Rates start at P3,500/night
The moment you step into one of Serene’s rooms, you'll understand that it is aptly named. It’s far enough from all the hustle and bustle to be a sanctuary for those who value the “Rest” half of R&R, while still being affordable. The entire resort prides itself in practicing sustainability, including using solar energy and prioritizing reusable instead of single-use plastic.
Luxx Boutique Boracay
Station 2, Barangay Balabag, Malay, Aklan
Contact: (036) 288-9250
E-mail: luxxboracay@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/LuxxBoutiqueBoracay
Rates start at P2,995/night
Though located away from the shore and nearer the roads, this 11-room boutique hotel is a mere stone's throw away from the closest beach. The modern architecture and sunny rooms will give you living-in-paradise vibes, especially when you're staying on one of the higher floors. End each day with a drink at the rooftop with Boracay's famed sunsets as a backdrop.
Levantin
Bulabog Beach, Barangay Balabag, Malay, Aklan
Contact: (036) 288-2763
E-mail: info@levantinboracay.com
levantinboracay.com
Rates start at P1,600/night
Levantin is right along Bulabog beach—a.k.a. kiteboarding central—and conveniently located a short walking distance from Boracay’s stretch of white beach and D'Mall. This tourist hub’s restaurant is also a favorite among loyal guests for its massive menu that will take you from breakfast all the way to cocktails.
Hotel Soffia
Sitio Hagdan, Barangay Yapak, Malay, Aklan
Contact: (036) 288-1828
E-mail: info@hotelsoffia.com
hotelsoffia.com
Rates start at P1,290/night
Get ready for some unique sunsets from this hilltop hotel with the colorful sky reflected on the still surface of their swimming pool. You can also enjoy everything Boracay's beachfront offers by hitching a ride on the free shuttle between D'Mall and the hotel that's available every other hour—just sign up at the reception desk at least half an hour in advance.
