Many lovely couples from around the world have chosen the Philippines as the very place to seal their union, holding beach weddings and intimate ceremonies with the most breathtaking sunsets and partying with loved ones under the clearest night skies.
Bohol is one understand island situated in the very center of the Philippine archipelago. It is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the capital of Manila yet accessible enough even for international guests.
What’s in Bohol that makes it the perfect wedding destination in the Philippines? Here are 5 reasons why:
1. The Venues
Bohol has had its fair share of tourists. So much so that it’s become home to grand 5-star resorts and hotels, exclusive luxury private villas, and historical churches that make for the most romantic wedding ceremony you can imagine.
Image: Hennan Resort Panglao, Bohol
Whether you’re looking for a charming church on top of a hill, or a grand centuries-old Spanish church built by friars, or a private stretch of a white-sand beach, Bohol has it for you. You definitely won’t have any trouble looking for the perfect venue on the island.
2. World-Class Suppliers
You won’t have to import wedding vendors from afar if you have your wedding in Bohol. The island has become home to some of the country’s best suppliers, ranging from fashion designers to make up artists, to florists, photographers, videographers, and just about every kind of wedding vendor you need for an unforgettable wedding day.
Image: Blue Grass Project
While most of these suppliers are based in Tagbilaran City, the capital city of Bohol, it’s actually only a stone’s throw away from the much-beloved Panglao Island, where most of the 5-star resorts are located.
3. Perfect Honeymoon Destination
Being a tropical island and all, Bohol can be your wedding destination and honeymoon all in one pretty package. After the wedding, you and your new spouse can escape to your very own private villa, leaving your loved ones and family behind to have your first romantic getaway as husband and wife.
One of the most romantic things you can do in Bohol is having dinner while on a floating boat on Abatan River, where fireflies light up the mangrove swamps and trees at night. As you are mesmerized by the quiet beauty of the river and the tiny flashes of light emitted from the fireflies, you will get to hear the sounds of migratory birds that inhabit the trees around you.
Image: South Palms Resort, Panglao, Bohol
During the day, you can rent a speedboat and tour the nearby islands that are packed with beautiful dive spots filled with colorful colars, or swim with the turtles at Balicasag Island. Such excursions will make for the most memorable excursions you and your new partner will never forget.
And when you’re done with all the sightseeing and activities, head over to any 5-star resort and enjoy the luxury couple’s massages that they have on offer.
4. Fun Activities for Couples and Guests
Your family and guests will most probably arrive days before your wedding day, so what’s the best thing to do in Bohol? Why tour the island, of course!
There are so many things to do, see, and experience in Bohol that 1 or 2 days simply won’t be enough. Do you want to see the geological monument that put Bohol on the tourist map in the very first place? Then take a countryside tour to the town of Carmen, which is home of the famous Chocolate Hills. See the famous tourist spots of Bohol.
Couple paddle boarding in Loboc River, Bohol
The Chocolate Hills is a collection of over 1,000 charming hills that look like chocolate kisses during the dry summer. The grassless hills turn a chocolate brown color that make them look like small chocolate kisses when viewed from the viewing deck or from the air. It is also touted to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was nominated to be one of the world’s 7 Wonders of Nature.
And while you’re at it, take a trip down to the town of Sikatuna, which is home to the Tarsier Sanctuary. The tarsier is the world’s smallest primate, and they are indigenous to the Philippines.
And lastly, the epic beaches of Bohol are found in Panglao, which offers you stretches of white sand beaches and crystal blue azure waters. You can also visit the town of Anda, which is less touristy than Panglao, or head over to Pamilican Island for a more exclusive beach getaway.
5. The Weather
Bohol enjoys sunny weather for the most part of the year giving you a good range of schedule options for outdoor ceremonies such as beach weddings.
Alona Beach, Panglao Island, Bohol
The months between September to May are the best months for a destination wedding, as there is less risk for rain. The driest month is April, while the hottest month is May. If you want a cooler weather for your big day, then having a Bohol wedding in January is your best bet.
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Bohol isn’t just perfect for a wedding destination, it can be your honeymoon destination, as well as a great location to bring family and friends together.
Equipped with all the necessary vendors that you need to make your wedding dreams come true, and being a tropical island with all the modern amenities, Bohol is your wedding destination fantasy come to life.
This article is a collaboration with Event Planner Philippines by Joyce Bella, a destination wedding planner in Bohol.
Featured image by South Palms Resort, Panglao, Bohol.
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