Philippines

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    80 Senses #75… Bess, the Ariara Island dog

     

    Welcome to the Philippines, 7,100 islands, white sand beaches and unbeatable diving. Yup, this archipelago nation is going to be big news in the coming few years. The wonderful Amanpulo has been the standout place to stay for the past few years, but now there’s competition in the rather alluring private retreat guise of Ariara Island.

    Ariara spans the entirety of a 125-acre tropical island with a 600 yard long white sand beach and protected private reef. In true desert island fashion the centre of the island is a peak, encircled by tropical forest itself fringed by beautiful and varied beaches. The island and the surrounding waters are a sanctuary for Palawan sea eagles, several species of turtles and the endangered dugong.

    Traveller:
    Rosie K
    Experience:
    80 Senses
    Country:
    Philippines