If you’re after the fine, white sand of the country’s poster beach but hates its crowdedness, Bantayan Island is a perfect alternative. Located off the northern tip of Cebu, it may not be as accessible, but every minute of that three-hour bus ride from Cebu City (and another hour on the ferry) is worth it. It’s laid-back, quiet, and absolutely beautiful.
More about this destination here: Bantayan Island, Cebu
More about Cebu here: Places to Visit in Cebu
Batayan is absolutely beautiful! It’s a great alternative to Boracay. Although both have beautiful beaches and fine, white sand, Boracay is very crowded and busy. Bantayan is tranquil and cheap too. It’s the perfect vacation destination!
I actually wrote a travel guide to Boracay. It may be helpful to your readers:
http://tropicalvacationspotsblog.com/bantayan-island-a-hidden-paradise-in-cebu-philippines/