With two Philippine beaches ranked among the “World’s 50 Best Beaches,” President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s administration reaffirmed its commitment to promoting sustainable tourism that supports communities and preserves national heritage.
Malacanang said the inclusion of two Philippine beaches—Entalula Beach in El Nido, Palawan, and Bon Bon Beach of Romblon Island—in the “World’s 50 Best Beaches” list reflects the progress of the Marcos administration’s National Tourism Development Plan (NDTP) 2023–2028.
The Department of Tourism (DOT) will lead the implementation of the NTDP 2023–2028, the government’s blueprint for tourism development, through strategic programs and partnerships with key national agencies.
“Ang pagkilalang ito ay patunay sa kahanga-hangang ganda ng Pilipinas at sa ating global standing bilang isa sa mga pangunahing beach destinations sa buong mundo,” Presidential Communications Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said in a briefing in Malacañang.
Entalula Beach climbed to second place in the 2025 World’s 50 Best Beaches list, up from fourth in 2024. With its dramatic limestone cliffs and white sand, it is praised as “Palawan’s overlooked slice of heaven.”
Bon Bon Beach also rose to 38th from 48th, described as a “laid-back paradise” known for its striking sandbar connecting to Bangug Island.
Castro said the Marcos administration, through the NTDP 2023-2028 and the DOT’s “Love the Philippines” campaign, is pushing for sustainable tourism while attracting more tourists.
“Patuloy ang DOT sa pagsusulong ng sustainable tourism, hindi lang para sa ating coastal destinations, kundi para rin sa pag-unlad ng ating mga komunidad at pagtaguyod ng ating national heritage,” Castro said.
About 1,000 travel professionals and influencers chose the World’s 50 Best Beaches for 2025. | PND
