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3 Things To Consider When Building A Home In Boracay

 
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Christine Powell

Owning a house in sunny Boracay can be made a reality. If you are given the opportunity to build your home in Boracay, consider yourself lucky because not everybody gets a chance to live in paradise. And when you have an opportunity like this, you want it to be perfect. However, reality can sometimes tweak your dreams a little, causing minor discomforts here and there.

Here are 3 things you should put more thought into when planning, so you could live in Boracay hassle free.

1. Location

Be reminded that not all of Boracay’s livable area is right at the beachfront. One of the best things about living in Boracay is the variety the island provides. The inland offers peace and quiet while the beachfront provides music, parties, and well, the beach. However, both options have their flip side. The deeper into the island you settle, the farther away you are from the beach and the parties. On the other hand, being situated on the beachfront could give you problems sleeping, especially during peak season.

Before settling on a piece of land, make sure you know why you want to live in Boracay. If you seek a balance between parties and quiet time, there are spaces between the town proper and the beachfront that will make living in Boracay both restful and enjoyable for you.

2. Water: Good chi, bad chi

If there’s anything Boracay has a lot of, it’s water. Water is probably one of the major reasons you’re even considering living in Boracay. The sound of crashing waves always makes the travelling worth it. The beachfront view reminds you that there is plenty of good in the world. The sea on your skin inspires a song. And the selection of water sports and the numerous diving opportunities tell you that life is just beautiful.

However, storms do hit Boracay, although not as badly as they affect Batanes. You have to consider that although you might not be in the island during the rainy months, your house will be there regardless of the weather. The best thing to do is to keep rain in mind when constructing your house. Waterproof it as much as you can. A caretaker would be very helpful when the rain comes. Make sure balconies and terraces have drainages.

3. Power

Boracay is a progressive island that offers electricity, water, cable providers, and Internet connection. There are many service providers to choose from, which the city folk might not be too familiar with. The best way to go about choosing services is through recommendations from friends who have been living in Boracay for a while now. Although some companies offer bundled service packages, it could be wiser to spread out your utilities among different companies.

You’re building something you’d like to go back to as often as you can. The island and its people will greatly appreciate your conscious efforts to keep everything nice and clean from the first day of construction until the day you find yourself not wanting to leave. To live in Boracay comes with the responsibility to help preserve the island.

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Christine Powell is a native of Boracay Island, Philippines. She has watched the island transform from a hidden gem into an idyllic retreat for foreigners and locals alike. Besides it's year-round warm tropical water, the powdery white sand continues to mesmerize her. While not exploring, kitesurfing, scuba diving, or sharing her insights about Boracay with travelers, she can be found at http://www.boracaynation.com, her online Boracay home.

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