- This year, Siargao— a dreamy island in the Philippines— was voted the best island in the world by Conde Nast Traveler readers.
- With a population of roughly 200,000 people and a remote, untouched feel, Siargao lures visitors from far and wide with its beautiful scenery and carefree vibe.
- The tear-shaped island has pristine, white beaches and world-renowned surfing.
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When one thinks of the most beautiful and serene islands in the world, destinations like Tahiti, Bora Bora, Bali, and Hawaii generally come to mind.
But this year, Siargao — a dreamy island in the Philippines — was voted the best island in the world by Conde Nast Traveler readers.
With a population of roughly 200,000 people and a remote, untouched feel, Siargao has been luring visitors from far and wide with its pristine, white beaches, excellent surfing conditions, and peaceful, tropical atmosphere, according to the publication.
Check out 13 stunning photos of Siargao, 2019's best island in the world.
Welcome to Siargao, a stunning, 169-square-mile island in the Philippines.
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Although islands like Tahiti and Bora Bora are better known tourist destinations, Siargao was selected first by Conde Nast Traveler readers in the publication's annual list of best islands in the world.
Source: Conde Nast Traveler
Since Siargao doesn't have an international airport, most travelers fly into Manila before embarking on a roughly 2.5-hour journey to Sayak Airport via propeller plane.
Although it's a long journey to get to the island, it's easy to see why Siargao's pristine, white beaches and crystal blue waters attract visitors from far and wide.
Still, with a population of roughly 200,000 people, Siargao maintains a remote, untouched feel that many similar destinations have lost due to booming tourism.
Source: Tropical Beach Getaways
The island is known as an excellent surfing destination, but also has much more to offer.
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Naked Island is a white sandbar with water so clear it almost looks Photoshopped.
Visitors can also explore the stunning tidal rock pools at Magpupungko, another island in Siargao.
Taktak Falls, located near the northern tip of the island, is a beautiful, tropical site to behold.
And the sunsets on the island truly cannot be beat.
There are multiple excellent resorts for travelers in Siargao, including Kermit Siargao, Harana Surf School, and Buddha’s Surf Resort, according to Conde Nast.
Source: Conde Nast Traveler
And you'll be fed well during your visit, too. The local cuisine consists of dishes like fresh ceviche, kinilaw, and traditional Filipino barbecue.
Source: Conde Nast Traveler
So if you're in the market for a trip to a place where the land meets the sea, Siargao is your best choice, according to Conde Nast Traveler readers.
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