Manila: Luxury travel magazine Conde Nast Traveler (CNT) has recognized Boracay, Palawan, and Siargao as among the world's top islands in its 2025 Readers' Choice Awards. The islands earned high rankings on the Asia list, securing the 4th, 5th, and 7th spots respectively, alongside other renowned beach destinations such as Phº Qu?c in Vietnam and Phuket in Thailand.
According to Philippines News Agency, the survey results were based on votes cast by the magazine's readers in the United Kingdom and were published on CNT's website on October 7. Boracay achieved a score of 90.54, placing it among the 'Top Islands: Readers' Choice Awards 2025'. Palawan surpassed Bali, Indonesia, with a score of 90.23, while Siargao, known for its surfing spots, secured 85.49 points.
The complete list of Asia's top 10 islands, as revealed in the awards, is led by Phº Qu?c in Vietnam with a score of 95.51, followed by Langkawi in Malaysia and Koh Samui in Thailand. Other islands in the list include the Andaman Islands in India and the Phi Phi Islands in Thailand, showcasing the diverse range of beach destinations celebrated in the Readers' Choice Awards.