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White Beach – Total Relaxation in the Sun, Sea and Sand

Located in the Pacific Ocean in Southeast Asia, the Republic of Philippines is an archipelago consisting of more than 7,100 islands. The country is home to more than 92 million people and is the world’s most populous Catholic nation.

One of the more popular islands of the Philippines is Boracay situated about 200 miles south of the capital city Manila. The island boasts of some of the world’s premier beaches and has even been acclaimed by many travel related bodies including Yahoo! Travel. In addition to its beaches, the Boracay resort island is also quite a popular location for kite surfing, kite boarding and windsurfing.

The world famous Boracay White Beach is a 6 km stretch of pristine white sand surrounded by the crystal blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. Travellers from all over the world flock to White Beach to enjoy and revel in the sun, surf and sand. The cool ocean breeze, the gentle swaying of the coconut palms and the friendly people makes this an absolute haven for pleasure seekers.

With its usually festive atmosphere, the White Beach also hosts many concerts and festivals throughout the year. The vicinity features many open air pubs and restaurants that cater to a varied clientele. The White Beach area is also the home to many souvenir shops, massage parlours, places to get henna tattoos as well as hair braids and so much more. Many resorts and hotels provide accommodation to the thousands of visitors that arrive here.

The spectacular location combined with its luxurious comforts makes the Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort and Spa one of the most preferred Boracay resorts among leisure travellers to the region. The property offers guests plenty of open spaces, private beaches and a host of other facilities and services to make a visit to this Boracay beach resort a truly memorable one. The Boracay resort also features an exciting entertainment centre and an adventure zone suitable even for kids.

The Red, White and Blue Are Still The Envy Of The World!

The Red, White and Blue Are Still The Envy Of The World!
June 18, 2010 – Summer in our nation is a time for frolicking, friends, and fireworks.

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Explore the White, Sandy Beaches of Paradise in Captivating Maldives

Set on the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean lies the archipelago of islands that is often compared to paradise that is only possible in literature. A collective of nearly 1200 islands surrounded by pristine beaches, it is no surprise that the country is one of the globe’s premier beach holiday destinations. Pure, unspoilt and exotic to the core, the tropical islands that make up the island nation of Maldives is a treasure trove for beach lovers with luxurious beach resorts located in nearly all of the islets.

If one simply wants to laze around in the sun, soaking in the glorious atmosphere islands like Cocoa Island and Kuda Bandos Island are among the finest although almost all of the islands are flanked by idyllic beaches perfect for sunbathing. Being a country of 26 atolls with over a thousand islands, the population of Maldives only inhabit 200 of these breathtaking paradises, leaving innumerable uninhabited islands for the use of tourists and beach lovers worldwide.  One such locale is Veligandu Island which has been tipped to have one of the finest beaches in all of Maldives. With an 80 meter beachfront covered in golden tinged sand, the island also comes complete with a stunning reef full of vibrant fish varieties. Swimming in the lagoon and snorkeling across the inner reef are popular activities here while a variety of beachfront activities such as diving are on offer in the islet  which is also an ideal venue for tanning.

Sun Island or Nalaguraidhoo is also among the nation’s best beaches as this isle comes with a brilliant lagoon within swimming distance of the barrier reef. Brimming with colorful fish, coral and underwater life, this island is ideal for snorkeling and canoeing enthusiasts although the grand reef is visible from the island’s beachfront as well. Just 74km from Male, the beaches of Nika Island are also worth exploring as the venue is a hub for windsurfing, canoeing, and snorkeling, sunset fishing activities. Located on a grand lagoon, this island resort is only second to The Banyan Tree Island where sun soaked beaches are the highlight in an itinerary that include catamaran sailing, water-skiing, scuba diving, deep sea fishing and night-fishing. Other captivating beaches include Kanifinolhu Island and Lohifushi where avid surfers are likely to be found engaged in their favorite past time.

For an unforgettable time in Maldives, depend on the John Keells Hotels Group to provide premier accommodation with contemporary amenities and facilities. With a myriad of luxury Maldives hotels to its name, the hotel chain provides a host of Maldives travel packages to suit your budget.

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