Discover Boracay, Explore the Visayas

Boracay- A trip to Boracay can be the beginning of a bigger island adventure, with more destinations, cultures, and experiences waiting to be discovered throughout the Visayas.

Through Discover the Visayas, #FlyViaCebu, the Department of Tourism (DOT), Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA), and the Visayas Island-Chambers Tourism Alliance (VITA) are working together to promote the Visayas as one connected destination, with Cebu serving as a gateway to more island experiences.

Built around the promise “One Gateway. More Islands.”, the campaign initially brings together Lapu-Lapu, Panglao, Boracay, Siquijor, Guimaras, and Biliran, encouraging travelers to go beyond a single destination and discover more of the region in one journey.

With Cebu’s air connectivity and onward sea and land travel options linking destinations throughout the region, travelers can explore more of the Visayas, extend their stays, and discover new experiences along the way.

Boracay: More Than a Beach Destination

Recognized for its powdery white sand, crystal-clear waters, and exceptional hospitality, Boracay Island in Malay, Aklan remains one of the Philippines’ most celebrated destinations. Beyond its iconic shoreline, however, the island offers a diverse mix of outdoor adventures, culinary discoveries, wellness experiences, and local community encounters.

At the heart of the island is White Beach, where visitors can enjoy long walks along the shore, swim in clear waters, explore beachfront establishments, and witness the famous Boracay sunset.

For travelers seeking adventure, Bulabog Beach offers opportunities for kitesurfing and windsurfing, particularly during the Amihan season. Visitors can also experience sunset paraw sailing, a signature Boracay activity that offers a memorable way to appreciate the island’s coastline.

Another way to explore the island is through island hopping, with opportunities to discover scenic coastal areas, snorkeling spots, and nearby beaches. As evening arrives, Boracay’s diverse food scene and nightlife invite travelers to experience everything from Filipino specialties and fresh seafood to cafés, international restaurants, live music, and beachfront entertainment.

Beyond these well-known attractions, visitors can explore quieter neighborhoods, local markets, wellness retreats, and experiences that support the island’s small businesses and communities.

Whether traveling for relaxation, adventure, romance, family holidays, or a longer workcation by the sea, Boracay offers reasons to slow down, explore further, and stay a little longer.

Boracay’s iconic White Beach welcomes travelers with powdery white sand, clear waters, and unforgettable island sunsets.

From traditional paraw sailing at sunset to kitesurfing at Bulabog Beach, Boracay offers adventures for travelers seeking more than a beach escape.

From Boracay to the Natural and Cultural Wonders of Western

For travelers with more time, Boracay can serve as a starting point for discovering the wider landscapes and communities of Western Visayas.

On mainland Malay, visitors can experience the Nabaoy River, discover local traditions at the Motag Living Museum, and explore the character of communities beyond the island’s resort areas. These experiences provide opportunities to appreciate local heritage, nature, and everyday life in Aklan.

Adventure seekers can head toward Buruanga for coastal scenery and outdoor experiences, including Ariel’s Point, known for its dramatic coastal setting and cliff-diving experience. Nature lovers can also explore the Northwest Panay Peninsula Natural Park or visit Jawili Falls in Tangalan, Aklan.

For those looking for another island escape, Carabao Island offers clear waters, striking coastlines, caves, and a more laid-back atmosphere.

Travelers extending their stay into Antique can discover Pandan and Malumpati Cold Spring, where freshwater experiences meet lush natural surroundings. Further along the coast, Tibiao offers adventure and wellness experiences, including river activities and the well-known kawa hot bath. Libertad also presents opportunities to explore coastal communities and emerging marine tourism experiences.

These destinations offer complementary experiences for visitors who wish to turn a Boracay holiday into a broader journey through the natural landscapes, local cultures, and flavors of Western Visayas.

Come for Boracay. Stay longer. Explore Western Visayas.

BEYOND BORACAY: Motag Living Museum, Nabaoy River, Jawili Falls, or Carabao Island. ]Beyond Boracay’s famous beaches, Aklan and neighboring Antique invite travelers to discover waterfalls, rivers, cultural heritage, coastal communities, and nature-based adventures.

Reaching Boracay Through Cebu

As part of the Discover the Visayas campaign, Cebu provides an important gateway for travelers exploring multiple destinations throughout the region.

For visitors arriving at Mactan-Cebu International Airport, a flight to Caticlan Airport offers a convenient route to Boracay. From Caticlan, travelers continue by land to the jetty port and take a short boat transfer to Boracay Island.

This route makes it possible to include Boracay in a wider Visayas itinerary, with opportunities to combine a beach holiday with additional destinations and experiences, depending on available flight schedules and onward transport connections.

By showcasing destinations together and highlighting available connections, Discover the Visayas encourages travelers to look beyond a single stop and consider the region as a collection of connected island experiences.

Through collaboration among tourism stakeholders, airports, and business chambers, the campaign also aims to support regional tourism development, strengthen destination visibility, and create broader opportunities for local businesses and communities.

“Through Discover the Visayas, we want travelers to see Boracay not only as a destination in itself, but also as a gateway to the wider experiences of Aklan, Antique, and the Visayas. By encouraging visitors to explore beyond one destination, we can create more opportunities for local businesses, communities, and the regional tourism sector.”

~ Djila Winebrenner, President, PCCI-Boracay

Plan Your Next Island Adventure

To help travelers make the most of their Visayas journey, discoverthevisayas.com brings together destination guides, travel information, and an interactive itinerary builder in one place.

Visitors can discover attractions and experiences across participating destinations and build a suggested itinerary based on the number of days available, whether planning a short island getaway or a longer, multi-destination journey.

The campaign has also partnered with Trip.com and Klook, giving travelers access to flights, accommodations, tours, and activities, including available deals and offers. Through the website, visitors can explore travel options, find bookable experiences, and plan more of their journey in one place.

From the iconic shores of Boracay to the rivers, waterfalls, cultural heritage, and coastal communities of Western Visayas, there is always more to discover.

Where will your trip take you next?

Explore more destinations and build your Visayas itinerary at discoverthevisayas.com.