Malay(Philippines) Travel 2026: Cheap Flights, Hotels & Top Attractions

Must-try seafood grill stalls serve fresh lobster and jumbo prawns with garlic butter sauce. Inihaw na Manok (grilled chicken legs) with banana ketchup is a Filipino classic. Cool down with Halo-Halo, a dessert mixing purple yam jam, coconut jelly, and condensed milk. Upscale restaurants offer Spanish-influenced paella.

From Kalibo International Airport, take a 1.5-hour ride to Caticlan Jetty Port, then a 20-minute boat to Boracay. Island transport relies on tricycles (PHP 60-150 per ride) as cars are banned. Use the "Grab" app for airport transfers (around PHP 1,500 from Kalibo). Note: Boat schedules are weather-dependent, especially during rainy season (June-October).

The ideal season is November to May (dry season, avg 28°C). Peak crowds occur during Holy Week (March-April) and Christmas (December), with rates 50% higher. Off-season (June-October) sees fewer tourists but possible typhoons.

1. Strict no-smoking/no-littering policy on beaches (PHP 5,000 fine)
2. Cover shoulders/knees when entering churches
3. Tipping isn't mandatory but 10% is appreciated in restaurants
4. Swimwear is restricted to beach areas only
5. Drink only bottled water
6. Purchasing coral products is illegal
7. Stick to well-lit main roads when walking at night

Filipino is the main language but English is widely spoken. Get a Globe Telecom SIM card (PHP 300/5GB). Cash is king - while cards are accepted at resorts, small vendors only take pesos. For emergencies, dial 117 for police or +63 36 288 3066 for tourist police. Medical care available at Boracay German Clinic, with serious cases transferred to Kalibo Hospital. Voltage is 220V, US-style two-prong plugs work.