List of Rules and Regulations to Observe in Boracay

With the Island of Boracay being named as a top summer and beach destination, there are many tourists now flocking to get a taste of the white sandy beaches and wickedly amazing parties that Boracay has to offer. One thing that many do tend to over look though are the ordinances that have been placed and are being enforced in the Island of Boracay to help keep the place clean, safe and well preserved. Below is the list of the those particular ordinances/rules that both locals and tourists should abide by:

Malay Municipal Ordinance for Boracay Island Beach

* Municipal Ordinance No. 100, series of 1996 (anti-smoking) - There are designated smoking areas that you should go to if ever you have the need to smoke. 

* Municipal Ordinance No. 272, series of 2009 (no smoking by the beach)

* Municipal Ordinance No. 2001-141 (anti-extraction of sand and pebbles) - There is a Php 2,500 fine for first time offenders. 

* Municipal Ordinance No. 98-116 (no urinating and defecating on the beach)

* Municipal Ordinance Nos. 182-2003 and 92-1996 (no pets are allowed by the beachfront)

* Municipal Ordinance No. 132-2000 (no eating and drinking of liquor by the beach) 

Failure to follow any of these ordinances will have its equivalent penalties which can vary from a fine of around Php 2,500 for first time offenders to mandatory jail time. 

It are these things that if followed strictly by everyone, shall ensure that the beauty of Boracay is well preserved for generations to come. I personally believe that it is very important that we abide by these rules and help enforce them as the the Island of Boracay is definitely something that we can truly say is proudly Pinoy. 

Other things that you can do to also help out in preserving this pristine tourist destination:

• Use fewer disposable and non-biodegradable products. This could be as simple as drinking tap water instead of bottled water. Remember—the plastic bottle that you use for just a short while will be around for a very long time.
  
• Dispose of your trash in the right way. Do not litter. It might end up in our oceans.
  
• Recycle. It helps keep garbage such as glass, plastic and metal out of our beaches

Boracay has been getting international awards and is continuously recognized as a top tourist destination globally. It is important that we take measures to ensure that it stays that way for a very long time.

Till Next Time...

-Metz-