Today is March 1 and it's official summer of 2013 is on. And when we talk about summer it is always related with beaches. So, when traveling the world this summer, you must make a stop in the Philippines. You can affordably stay at any of the best Philippine beach resorts that are available. Here are my Top 10 beaches to choose from that will surely suit to your budget. Besides the prices being of good value, the beaches alone are some of the worlds finest. With white sand, green palm trees and clear blue water theres not a lot of other Island nations in the world that provide this kind of holiday vacation.
1. Boracay Island
Considered as the beach capital of the Philippines. White sand beaches (4-kilometer long), sparkling turquoise waters, mesmerizing sunsets, and a party vibe that caps it all off makes Boracay an unforgettable destination of any beach pilgrim. Boracay has everything that a beach lover could possibly dream of, so be sure to tick it off your bucket list first.
2. Palawan
The word ‘beach’ conjures a tropical Eden that deserves a spot in the movies and in super-glossy magazines. It takes a traveler to set their foot in Palawan to believe that Eden is for real, too. Palawan is the last frontier of the Philippines, and it is abundantly blessed not only with an almost virgin canopy of forest in its interior, but also by limestone karst outcrops that rise from sparkling emerald-turquoise waters and festoon blindingly white beaches. El Nido and Coron are known for their achingly beautiful beach scenery, but in terms of length, nothing beats Long Beach in San Vicente for its 14-kilometer stretch of white sand, outdoing Boracay’s White Beach by 10 kilometers. For those who are willing to part with their precious dollars, Amanpulo in Pamalican Island is nirvana even for the aquaphobic.
3. Island Garden City of Samal
South Sea pearls used to come from one pearl farm-turned-resort found in the island of Samal south of Davao del Norte in Mindanao. But the island’s jewel is not only found underwater; the island is fringed with it. White beaches are a staple of this destination’s growing tourist economy, but they are not as well-trodden as mature destinations, so they still retain that nature-endowed charm.
4. Pagudpod
Pagudpud in Ilocos Norte is an established coastal resort town with a touch of rawness that tourism has not yet totally tarnished. The white sand beaches and sparkling crystal blue waters of Pagudpud could melt any beach lover’s heart at first sight. Blue Lagoon, so named because of its waters, is a secluded spot that is gradually getting attention from investors.
5. Panampangan Island, Tawi-Tawi
Sitting on the edge of southwestern Mindanao off the coast of the municipality of Bongao, Panampangan Island is as unspoiled as any traveler would want their beaches to be. The white shore is largely footprint-free, even though it is only 90 minutes away from civilization. It is surrounded by political hot zones, so it would be wise to tag along a boatload of tourists with military escorts.
6. Panglao Island, Bohol
Panglao Island sits southwest of Bohol Island and east of Cebu in the Philippines. As early as 1803, Chinese, Malaysian and Indonesian visitors came here for sightseeing, the wealth of marine life and trade. As one of the Philippines top tourist destinations, Panglao Island remains famous for its world class dive spots, snorkeling, luscious coral reef and inlets for beach bathing.
7. Caramoan Island, Camarines Sur
CamSur, as the province is more widely known, is a hotspot for surfers, Filipino and foreigners alike. Far off its coast is a place of gentler waves, white sand beaches, towering limestone cliffs, islets and lagoons that make it a paradise for all sorts of water adventures. That place is Caramoan, which is thankfully, still beyond the radar of commercial tourism.
8. Malapascua Island, Cebu
A recent newcomer to the beach scene, Malapascua was only ‘discovered’ in the 1990s so it still has a lot of raw nature appeal that would delight a passionate beach lover. The island’s requisite white beach, coral gardens and teeming shoals beckon water adventurers of all colors and stripes.
9. Camiguin Island
Off the coast of Misamis Oriental is another gem of an island that is getting mainstream attention among beach lovers. Camiguin Island was formed from volcanic activity, and Mt. Hibok-Hibok that towers above the seascape is still an active volcano. White Island is one of the major attractions in the area, a sandbar that changes shapes with the changing tides. Beyond White Island, there is the 10-hectare Jicduf Shoal that is the playground of intrepid underwater adventurers.\
10. Santa Cruz Island, Zamboanga
Little Santa Cruz Island has a beautiful white sand beach instead, & is a military installation. Snorkeling and scuba diving are excellent diversions for the sun worshipers with lots of colorful marine life to experience in excellent water visibility, depending on weather climate. In the Great Santa Cruz Island, there are some covered huts used for picnicking (food & water can be brought in), and adequate bathroom facilities. The Great Santa Cruz Island has a big mangrove-laden lagoon inside where its water level rises & falls with the tide, along with a small Badjao village & their increasingly larger burial ground nearby the mouth opening of the lagoon. The island interior is lushly covered with natural island vegetation and grass, w/ some flowering trees, allowing a welcome shade from the near equatorial sunshine. It is also home to some red mangrove crabs & other sea creatures that seek shelter within its protective lagoon.
So, enjoy the sun now with these beautiful beaches from the Philippines! You'll surely have the great summer adventure that you'll never forget.
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