Boracay is a small island in the central Philippines, in the Western Visayas region, just off the northwest coast of Panay Island and south of Manila.

Where exactly is Boracay?

  • Country: Philippines, in Southeast Asia.
  • Region: Western Visayas (Region VI), part of the province of Aklan and the municipality of Malay.
  • Position: About 0.8–2 km off the northwest tip of Panay Island, roughly 300–350 km south of Manila.
  • Coordinates: Around 11.97° N, 121.92° E.

What kind of place is it?

  • It’s a resort island known worldwide for its long White Beach, fine white sand, and clear blue water.
  • The island is small (about 7 km long, around 10 km²) and divided into three barangays: Manoc-Manoc, Balabag, and Yapak.

How do people usually get there?

  • Common route is to fly to Manila, then take a domestic flight to airports near Boracay (on Panay), then a short boat ride across to the island.

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