The Top Honeymoon Destinations in the Philippines

After saying your respective I dos and finally tying the knot, your honeymoon is the next big thing you and your spouse can look forward to. Once the wedding in Manila is wrapped up, it is time to look forward to spending some quality time with your beau in an exotic destination where you can commemorate your nuptials and just get lost in blissful romance. However, most couples would construe honeymoons to denote as something done overseas—which frankly can be quite an exorbitant expense. If you have just recently thrown a big and lavish wedding, an elaborate honeymoon overseas might further strain your budget and might leave you with fewer options.

Fortunately, the Philippines itself is already a host to a myriad of wonderful, picturesque and idyllic locations perfect for honeymoons. And the best thing about is, you would not need your passports for it and you would be spared the excessive expense (depending on where you go, of course). In any case, if you plan to spend your newly marital bliss in a local destination, here are some of the best places to do just that:

Panglao Island, Bohol

Make Cebu as your jump off point and enjoy the eclectic mix of lush tropical and city life before heading out to Bohol. Once you have had your fill with the Queen City of the South, head on over to Bohol, a relatively unknown beach destination sans the excessive expense. Considered as one of the most gorgeous islands in the Philippines, Panglao Bohol has a little strip that is reminiscent of Boracay but is less raucous and rowdy. As the island is in proximity to some of Bohol’s major tourist spots, it has been regarded as one of the best destinations for honeymoon goers. If you wish to experience a slice of paradise, consider making Panglao Island in Bohol as your honeymoon destination.

Boracay Island

If you and your spouse have not gotten around to hanging up your party flags just yet, make Boracay your honeymoon location and enjoy its tropical beach scene. Known as the beach (and party) capital of the Philippines, it would be understandable why honeymooners would flock to this island. As a tiny island located in the province of Aklan, Boracay has consistently listed as one of the best beach destinations in the world. As the island is a wonderful mix of the beach and nightlife scene, visitors can easily enjoy swimming by day and hitting clubs by night. However, if you and your beau are done with your partying days, the other side of the island is filled with a string of luxurious and private hotels where couples can just bask in the romance.

Mactan Island Cebu

Regarded as the coral island of Cebu, Mactan Island is famous for its world class resorts fronting beaches which make it an attractive location for most newlywed couples. Moreover, the island is adjacent to Cebu City which makes it rather easy for couples to travel to and from the city should they want a little break from the island life. Furthermore, Mactan is known for its range of water adventure sports such as snorkeling, scuba diving, free diving, sailing and the like.

Tagaytay City

Why book an airline trip when you can just simply drive to your destination? If you want a honeymoon location without having to travel far for it, Tagaytay is the perfect place to spend some time together. Apart from being considered as one of the most popular tourist attractions in the Philippines, it has also been a favorite destination of many honeymooners. If you and your beau wish to go somewhere cooler, Tagaytay is perfect as the high altitude makes the place cooler and couples are given an avenue for having intimate moments. Serene and tranquil are just two things to describe Tagaytay and if you wish to have a relaxed moment with your spouse, book this destination as your honeymoon location.