Travel+Leisure adds Philippines as one of 2013's hottest destination.
Conde Nast Traveller includes Philippines as a destination to watch for this year 2013. Specifically this includes: Bicol, Siargao, Palawan, Amanpulo and Manila.
http://www.cntraveller.com/recommended/itineraries/hot-destinations-to-watch-2013/philippines
White Beach in Boracay is on top 24 slot in the World and top 1 in Asia on the Top 25 Beaches: http://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Beaches-cTop-g2