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“Not Bora” Please!

Saying “Bora” has become common to people referring to Boracay recently especially by the local tourists. They find convenience by saying "Bora" rather than Boracay. Not quite an issue – some people may think. However if we want to establish distinctness, it disassociates the true identity of the Island. It even gives confusion to foreign visitors. If not few, many are aware that there is this place called Bora Bora in the French Polynesia which showcases similar nature. What lifts Boracay up as one of the world's best aside from its beach is the heart of every Boracaynon – their innate hospitable qualities. Also the love and care to the gift of nature is the utmost concern of everybody. How the sewerage system is being managed, the garbage recycling and processing initiatives, the creation of various groups advocated to deliver eco-tourism sustainability programs are few proofs of its consistent drive. Not necessarily in the order of priority, the desire to...