Fascinating Philippine BeachesFrom the renowned beaches to the unexplored ones, the potentials are countless for the 7,107 Philippine island beaches. There are white sands, golden sands, black sands, and even pink sand beaches all over the archipelago. Let us explore the well known and not so well known but amazing Philippine beaches. Please note that this list is just a fraction of the total number of beach destinations in the Philippines. Among the Popular Philippine beaches are: Pagudpud - is in Ilocos Norte. It is a coastal resort town with long white sand beach, crystal blue waters, and strong winds with ideal waves for surfing. Learn about TARTARUGA’S IN PAGUDPUD – ILOCOS PHILIPPINES and all you need to know about Asia’s best rated beach, come see it before the tourists find out and commercialism spoils it. Santa Ana, Cagayan - northeastern tip of Cagayan Valley. Among the Philippine beaches, this one is relatively an undiscovered paradise that will captivate your heart. White sand beaches, crystal clear water, and rich marine life that is excellent for snorkeling, and game fishing. Also has great and affordable seafoods! Sabang Beach, Baler - Aurora provinces' surfer destination. The waves here will not disappoint surfers during the later months of the year. Dinadiawan Beach - just north of Baler also in Aurora province. Golden white sand beaches excellent for backpacking, camping and swimming. Subic Bay - was once the location of the United States Naval Base. Various beach resorts have sprouted in the area and the Subic Bay Freeport Zone was also created. It is now a popular tourist destination as well as a favorite among the Philippine beaches.
Bagasbas Beach, Camarines Norte - a popular destination for water sport lovers. Kiteboarding and surfing are among the popular water sport activities here because of it's strong waves.
Boracay, Aklan - is perhaps the most popular destination among the Philippine beaches, due largely to it's commercialization. Beach adventure and night life wrap into one is really ideal for the party goers. Filled with marine activities and a huge selection of bars and hotels, Boracay is one of the best family vacation spots in the Philippines. Calicoan, Eastern Samar - has white sand beaches that stretches for miles. A surfers' paradise because of it's great waves rolling from the Pacific Ocean. This island sits beside a 30,000 ft trench in the pacific called the Philippine Deep. Malapascua Island - off the main island province of Cebu, this island beach is famous for it's coral reefs where thresher sharks and manta rays can be sighted regularly. The island is also surrounded by white sand beaches. Panglao Island, Bohol - coral white sand beaches great for swimming, relaxing and enjoying the barbecues along the coast. Several dive spots within the area to check it's coral reefs. Honda Bay, Palawan - a few minutes northeast of Palawan City. Has over a dozen islands to hop around. White sand beaches, sandbars and reefs ideal for snorkeling and swimming. El Nido, Palawan - being here is like being in a dream. It is like a setting for a fantasy movie. Bring your best camera, the sceneries are unbelievable! Pearl Farm Beach Resort, Davao - was once a pearl farm where oysters were cultured and harvested for it's pearl. Now a beach resort with several water sport activities, it also has a very relaxing atmosphere.
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