BY NYARIKA DOMANAIS
AKLAN – Boracay Island welcomed a total of 807,184 tourists from January 1 to May 15 this year, according to the Malay tourism Office.
Of these, 601,149 were domestic travelers while 9,754 were overseas Filipinos and 196,226 were foreign visitors.
Data from the first five months of 2024 indicated that Korean nationals led the number of foreign visitors, followed by Chinese and American tourists.
The local government of Malay, which oversees Boracay, aims to exceed its annual target of 2.3 million tourist arrivals.
Boracay is renowned for its pristine white beaches and vibrant nightlife. The island is accessible via flights to Caticlan or Kalibo airports, followed by a brief boat ride.
Just recently, the Regional Development Council…
