Amanpulo

Amanpulo occupies Pamalican Island in the Cuyo Archipelago, in northern Palawan in the Philippines. It is a private island resort, and getting there is part of the story.

There are two kinds of home here. Casitas sit on the beach, the hillside or in the treetops, and the villas have up to four bedrooms each, with a private pool, a private chef and a butler. The resort says celebrations can be intimate or grand. Between the vows and the farewell there is scuba diving, a kite and surf centre, boat trips with snorkelling stops, nature walks and the Aman Spa. It suits couples who want a small, secluded wedding with guests who are happy to commit to the journey.

Amanpulo offers a signature Wedding Blessing, a ceremony led by a Filipino wedding officer. Aman's fact sheet describes it as non-binding, so complete the legal marriage at home first. Settings include the white sand shore, the ocean pier and the reflective central pool, and the resort also hosts vow renewals and more private commitments. Dedicated hosts look after the detail. The Kawayan Bar floats on the water under a thatched roof, which suits a sunset drink after the blessing. For the reception, the beachfront seats up to 100 and the Picnic Grove up to 60. Ask about the music curfew.

Casitas and villas make up the accommodation, and a villa suits a family or close friends with up to four bedrooms. There are 42 casitas plus the villas, and taking every one counts as a full resort buyout. Dining spans the Lagoon Club, the Beach Club, the Picnic Grove, the Clubhouse and Destination Dining. From Clark International Airport there is a complimentary car transfer, then a 12 seat twin engine turboprop flies guests to the island in about 90 minutes each way. Boat excursions and private cruises are available, and the Aman Spa has massage rooms, a cold plunge pool, a gym and visiting wellness specialists.