Boracay is closing on Apr. 26, President Rodrigo Duterte announced yesterday. He approved the recommendation of Departments of Environment and Natural Resources, Interior and Local Government, and Tourism to shut the island down for six months for rehabilitation.

And we’re emotional about it.

Along with the world-class tourist spot’s closedown is the half a year-suspension of businesses in the island and loss of livelihood for almost 40,000 workers.

And that’s one less gem for us, one less summer destination.

But luckily for us, our archipelago offers many other beaches to visit especially this season. They may or may not be on par with Boracay. Be the judge.

 

Dumaguete Beach, Negros Oriental

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Samal Island, Davao City

Love the view? Why not take the plunge and start planning your stay at Pearl Farm! #BeautifulPearlFarm _ Photo by @ninjarod _ www.pearlfarmresort.com

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Sila Island, Northern Samar

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Anawangin Cove, Zambales

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Britania Islands, Surigao del Sur

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Banul Beach, Coron

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Mahaba Island, Leyte

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Bonbon Beach, Romblon

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Pinagbuyutan Island, El Nido

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Islas de Gigantes, Iloilo

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Featured images courtesy of The Philippines and The PH Archipelago

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