BORACAY, Malay, Aklan — The Costa Serena cruise ship made its maiden call to Boracay on October 26, 2026, bringing approximately 3,000 guests to the island, the Malay-Boracay Tourism Office said.
The arrival was the first cruise ship visit to Boracay this October, with three more cruise ship arrivals expected before the end of the year, according to the tourism office.
A plaque exchange ceremony was held on board the vessel to mark the occasion, attended by representatives from the local government, national agencies, and other tourism stakeholders.
Representing the Municipality of Malay were Jery Mae Fernando, Tourism Operations Officer I, on behalf of Mayor Frolibar S. Bautista, and Kimberly Pineda, Tourist Operations Assistant, on behalf of Dr. Felix G. Delos Santos Jr., Chief Tourism Operations Officer.
Also present were Nieven Maquirang, Assistant Executive to the Governor, representing the Provincial Government of Aklan under Governor Jose Enrique "Joen" Miraflores; Gabriel Cahilig, representing the Department of Tourism Region VI under Regional Director Crisanta Marlene P. Rodriguez; and Engr. Jerry Abello of the Philippine Ports Authority, together with other tourism stakeholders.
The tourism office said the arrival highlights the continued role of cruise tourism in bringing international visitors to Boracay, and reflects the collaboration among government agencies and industry partners in welcoming cruise passengers to the island.
Source and photos: Malay-Boracay Tourism Office.