5 New Developments in Boracay to Look Forward to This 2018 and Beyond

As the number of tourists visiting Boracay continues to grow, a bigger airport facility is to be expected in 2018. Caticlan is the major gateway to the world-famous island, being only a ten-minute ferry ride away. Caticlan Airport, officially named the Godofredo P. Ramos Airport, has been undergoing upgrades and is now called Boracay Airport. The improved facilities include a new passenger terminal, which is set to be completed by the third quarter of 2018. The expansion is eyed to cater to the increasing number of tourists flying via Caticlan.

San Miguel Corporation, who owns the airport, has also undertaken runway extension projects. The development is meant to accommodate bigger aircrafts to serve more domestic and international flights. With the expansion, airport management is already looking to accommodate six million passengers a year.

Boracay Newcoast is a 150-ha. mixed-use leisure and resort development in Barangay Yapak. This 2018, more hotels and an Ibiza-inspired commercial and retail strip are set to open at this Megaworld-owned property. Patterned after the township concept of Megaworld, the property is divided into five districts. These include Newcoast Village, Oceanway Residences, Shophouse District, Boutique Hotel District, and Savoy Hotel. Boracay Newcoast also has an exclusive 1-km. beach with three coves.

Oceanway Residences, a cluster of mid-rise condominiums, was among the first establishments to open to the public. Savoy Hotel opened its doors just last April. This year, Boracay Newcoast will be opening two more districts that are ideal for the investor community. The Shophouse District will feature restaurants, souvenir shops, and diving equipment rental stores. The Boutique Hotel District will welcome hotel investors and more tourists. Aside from new developments, a multitude of events, concerts, and other promotional activities are also expected to be held at Boracay Newcoast.

Boracay Belmont Luxury Hotel is the newest addition to the developments in Boracay Newcoast this 2018. The hotel will have its own swimming pool, paved sunbathing lounge, in-pool lounge, pavilion, pool bar, and a fitness center. The hotel will also have a business center with three meeting rooms, its own retail areas, and a direct link to the other hotels at Boracay Newcoast. In addition, Boracay Belmont Luxury Hotel offers individual hotel units for purchase.

Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay is the third property in the Philippines developed by the luxury resort chain Crimson Hotels & Resorts. Located in Barangay Yapak, Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay has been on soft opening since December and will be fully operational in March 2018.

The resort has a combined contemporary architecture, natural landscape, and interior design that complement the Filipino setting. The resort also houses a branch of the multi-awarded Aum Spa. Guests can enjoy three sumptuous dining options at the resort. Saffron Cafe offers all-day dining with an international buffet. Azure Beach Club features gourmet selections and an Asian bar and grill. Lastly, Mosaic Latin American Steakhouse offers a wine-and-dine experience with its authentic Latin American cuisine.

Accommodations and facilities include 192 guest rooms and pool villas, a grand ballroom, an events pavilion, and fitness center. Kids up to age 12 can also enjoy the indoor and outdoor play area. Aside from the spacious beachfront, the resort also has three swimming pools. Discounted room rates start at PhP12,320.

The Rose Pike @ Boracay North is a beachfront property with mixed residential-commercial condominium buildings in a hotel-type environment. The property is located at the less crowded Ilig-Iligan Beach in Barangay Yapak. It is managed by the Property Management Corporation owned by FSB Land Holdings.

The property has two phases. Phase 1 is now under construction and will have eight prime, four-storey low-rise condominiums with roofdecks. Phase 1 of the project is scheduled to be completed by the second quarter of 2019. Phase 2 will be a seven-storey building with 16 one-bedroom fully furnished units per floor.

* Click the establishment names to see their exact addresses and contact numbers.

* Photos/Images are from the official websites and/or Facebook pages of featured establishments and/or service providers.

* Prices may change without prior notice.