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Boracay travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-11

White Beach, Boracay
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Common scams in Boracay

8 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Boracay, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in Boracay — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in Boracay

6 places worth your time in Boracay, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in Boracay →

Top food to try in Boracay

6 dishes to eat in Boracay, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in Boracay →

Traditions and customs in Boracay

5 customs and traditions in Boracay — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in Boracay →

Getting around Boracay

How to travel around Boracay — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around Boracay: transport and taxi apps →

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