Boracay Island has several beaches, but the most popular one by far is the so-called White Beach or Front Beach. Stretching for approximately four kilometers, it has the greatest number of resorts and bars/restaurants. White Beach is divided into three sections: Boat Stations 1, 2, and 3. They are so called because ferries from the city of Caticlan used to dock at these stations. However, because of safety and environmental concerns, a jetty port was constructed a few years ago and this is where ferries going to and from the island now go.
The Boat Station 1 area of enjoys the reputation of being the most upscale part of White Beach. Here you will find resorts that charge top dollar: five-star establishments that offer all the amenities, and then some. Moreover, this part of the beach is less crowded and has a finer sand quality. On weekends one can usually see fireworks displays from weddings held in the resorts in this area of White Beach.
Boat Station 2 is known as the party place, the place to be if you're the type who enjoys lively and busy areas with lots of food, booze, and music. Bars and restaurants sit side by side here, as they do in other parts of the beach. The big difference is that almost each bar/restaurant has its own live band, so it can be quite noisy. Plus, this is where D'Mall is located, a sort of boardwalk that houses airline offices, upscale retail stores, delicatessens, and a department store. There are numerous resorts in this area too, cheaper than those in the Station 1 area, but a lot less quiet given its environs' foot traffic. Come sunset and you'll witness its beehive activity, both on the beach and on the water: groups gathering in the bars or on the sand for happy hour - or happy hours, since a number of bars hold happy hour from 2PM to 8PM, people swimming, native boats (called paraws) gliding off to the horizon, tourists parasailing or riding banana boats.
Boat Station 3 isn't upscale like Boat Station 1 The areas in this part of White Beach are usually less expensive. One reason is that many of these accommodations are more basic: no hot water, fan-cooled rooms, though of course there are also companies that offer more comfort. Then check the price of Boat Station 3 for backpackers and is recommended. Moreover, this part of white beach is back and more quiet Boat Station 2, and it is better sand quality.
If you stay in abeachfront property isn't really a priority, if one doesn't mind walking a few minutes to get to the beach, then one can find accommodations that are a lot cheaper than those located a few steps away from the shoreline. In fact, many people prefer these lodgings situated a block or two from Front Beach since they are a lot less busier; they are more tranquil and have a lot more of the local flavor.
White Beach is just one among several beaches on Boracay Island, and resorts, hostels, and guest houses can also be found on most of them. Some high-end hotels and resorts even have their own private stretch of beach, which guests who prefer quiet and some isolation would greatly appreciate.
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