Earlier this year Mr Duterte said Boracay was turning into a "cesspool" and threatened to shut it down. The island, known for its white-sand beaches, attracted nearly 2 million visitors last year.
Please always refer to local government health advisories for travel At the peak of the pandemic, silence settled over Boracay, the 10 sq km white sand island some call the Jewel of the Philippines.
Boracay is No Longer the Top Local Travel Destination ... endorsing initiatives to turn Caticlan into an international airport; reintroduce beach amenities such as chairs and tables, improve ...