(UPDATES) PALAWAN and Boracay have made it to Times Travel's '8 Most Visited Island Destinations in Asia,' the Department of Tourism (DoT) said Monday.
In the August 9 issue of the Indian publication, Bali, Indonesia, was ranked first, and Phuket, Thailand, was second. Palawan, known as the 'last frontier' of the Philippines because of its beautiful natural surroundings, took third place.
The article highlighted Palawan's beautiful limestone cliffs and blue waters, specifically in El Nido and Coron, as well as the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River, a Unesco World Heritage Site.
Boracay, noted for its pristine white-sand beaches and crystal-clear waters, ranked fourth on the list.
The report centers on the island's White Beach, known for its appealing surroundings and spectacular sunsets, as well as its variety of water sports, lively nightlife, and plenty of dining options.
Other island destinations on the list include the Maldives; Langkawi, Malaysia; Havelock Island, India; and Jeju Island, South Korea.
Times Travel, the travel publication of The Times of India, offers curated insights into prime worldwide destinations, with an emphasis on places that appeal to Indian tourists' cultural and travel preferences.