Boracay, Palawan, Cebu & the Visayan Islands, and Siargao have been recognized among Asia’s top islands in the 2024 Condé Nast Traveler’s (CNT) Readers’ Choice Awards.

Based on over 575,000 votes from the luxury travel magazine’s readers, the results were published on CNT’s website on October 1.

Boracay secured third place with a score of 91.94, earning it a spot in the global top ten, ranking ninth worldwide. Palawan, Cebu & the Visayan Islands, and Siargao followed closely, taking sixth, eighth, and tenth places, respectively.

Here is the full list of Asia's top 10 islands according to the awards:

1. Koh Samui, Thailand - 93.54
2. Langkawi, Malaysia - 92.14
3. Boracay, Philippines - 91.94
4. Sri Lanka - 91.28
5. Phú Quốc, Vietnam - 91.01
6. Palawan, Philippines - 90.68
7. Phuket, Thailand - 90.44
8. Cebu & Visayan Islands, Philippines - 90.29
9. Bali, Indonesia - 90.15
10. Siargao, Philippines - 89.2

Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco expressed her gratitude to international travelers, acknowledging their role in elevating the Philippines to a premier island destination in Asia.

“These awards highlight not only the stunning beauty of our islands but also the rich and diverse experiences they offer—from our cultural blend to our world-class culinary scene,” she said.

Frasco also encouraged tourists to embrace responsible tourism to help preserve the natural beauty and integrity of these destinations.

“We invite all travelers to practice responsible tourism—by reducing waste and respecting our ecosystems—to ensure that these pristine islands remain protected for future generations to enjoy,” she added.

Source: Philippine News Agency