| The Philippines is home to a great number of stunning | | | | diverse marine life, and sightings of pygmy |
| beaches and tropical islands that never fail to attract | | | | seahorses, whitetip sharks and manta rays. |
| tourist from all corners of the globe. Malapascua | | | | Malapascua is the only known diving destination in the |
| Island, for one, is among the best kept secrets of | | | | world that offers almost daily sightings of the |
| Visayas. Situated at the northernmost part of Cebu | | | | famous thresher sharks, which is usually seen |
| City, its pristine white beaches and crystal clear | | | | between sunrise until 9AM. A rare adrenaline pumping |
| waters beckon to world-weary travelers, offering | | | | treat for any diving enthusiast! |
| temporary solace and respite from the hustles and | | | | Getting to Malapascua would take approximately 4-5 |
| bustles of city life. Unlike Boracay Island, which is | | | | hours by bus from Cebu North Bus Terminal. From |
| practically smothered with commercial establishments | | | | Maya Wharf, one has to take a 30-minute boat ride |
| and a large crowd of tourists, the island's charm and | | | | to finally get to the |
| allure lies in its unfettered beauty, relatively | | | | Tourists are advised to bring cash since there are no |
| undeveloped. If you are looking for that sweet | | | | ATM machines or money changers available. There |
| escape, away from the crowd, Malapascua is | | | | is also no transportation around the island, which |
| definitely the place to be. | | | | means you need to walk and enjoy the sugar-fine |
| Hailed as the new Boracay of Cebu, Malaspasuca is | | | | sands under your feet to explore the unkempt |
| slowly gaining international popularity for its | | | | beauty of the place. True to Filipino hospitality, the |
| breathtaking views and underwater scenes. In fact, | | | | locals are invariably friendly and charming, ready to |
| the island is also known as a diver's paradise, with | | | | offer assistance to tourists. |
| promised treat of colorful coral gardens, highly | | | | |