U.S. beaches paint an aesthetically pleasing picture for tourists. Beguiled by the soft sand, refreshing seawater and summer-time activities, no American beach can replicate the picture-perfect beaches the island of the Philippines can offer. Serving as the backdrop for television commercials and movies, these white-sand covered beaches offer plush, cobalt-drawn skies and enough clear, blue water to leave you amazed. From small, private beach resorts to spa resorts, the Philippines has some of the best summer-time getaways for interested travelers. Once you are done looking through this list, check out Best Travel Blogs for more great vacation tips.
Amanpulo, Pamalican
Coconut trees pepper the beach, while white sand blankets the shoreline. The water is painted with a hue of baby-blue colors that stretch on for miles. The sea, sand and surroundings paint an opulent picture for travelers seeking a private getaway. Offering complimentary water sports equipment that ranges from kayaks, boogie boards to windsurfing, Amanpulo has everything a traveler could want.
Each guest will be attended by some of the best hospitality managers around, being served chilled drinks, towels and snacks while enjoying the sunny beaches and clear ocean water. With scheduled barbeques and dances, sunset gazing and starlight dinners, Amanpulo offers the perfect escape from the less-than-stellar American beaches.
Pagudpud
Located off the Pasaleng Bay, Pagudpud is coveted by surfers. Prized for its strong waves and winds, Pagudpud is a surfers' paradise often compared to the equally strong waves found on the beaches of Hawaii. With miles of white sand and clear oceans, Pagudpud offers a great getaway for individuals more interested in water sports equipment such as surfing and boogie boarding than swimming. If you come to Pagudpud, prepare for some adrenaline-filled activities.
Boracay Island
If white sandy beaches, clear oceans and a popular nightlife appeals to your interest, Boracay is the place to be. Considered one of the best travel locations in the Philippines, Boracay offers several opulent choices, from luxury hotel suites to exotic day spas for guests to enjoy.
Travelers can find everything they need on the Island, from gourmet restaurants to water sports equipment rental stations. With plenty of nightlife action, Boracay is the perfect destination to experience the Filipino club scene from the dozens of locations that sprinkle the island.
Eskaya Beach Resort and Spa
Okay, maybe private beaches and popular island destinations is not what you’re looking for. Eskaya Beach Resort and Spa may be able to help quell your desires. Offering a private hideout, Eskaya Beach Resort and Spa aims to pamper its guest with the dozens of spa amenities. From mud baths, spas to pools overlooking the ocean, Eskaya Beach Resort and Spa provides the perfect escape for someone looking to be spoiled.
Nestled among tropical gardens, the resort is just minutes from the beach, providing the perfect location for both a beach and private resort experience. For individuals interested in a smaller resort, Eskaya Beach Resort only offers 15 private villas, making for the perfect intimate location.
Plantation Bay
With private estates overlooking the ocean, guest can dive straight into the water right from their balconies. While beach-goers can enjoy the ottomans that stretch the beach, each paired its own set of coconut hammocks. With the one of the largest privately-owned waterways, Plantation Bay serves as the perfect backdrop for a summer-island escape.
With dozens of private estates, each comes fully furnished with television sets, oil paintings and home amenities that guests can relax and enjoy. With coconut trees scattering the beach and white sand enveloping the shoreline, Plantation Bay delivers some of the best experiences.
Each of these beach-island resorts offers something different for travelers. Whether it be a private escape to a public offering of Filipino tourism, individuals can rest assured that the Philippines has a beach just for them. With so much diversity, picture-perfect beaches and popular tourist destinations, it’s difficult to pass on the Philippines as your destination of choice.
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