If your honeymoon brief is "water so clear it doesn't look real, cliffs like a fantasy novel, and nobody around for miles", the Philippines is your answer.
The most romantic spots in the Philippines
El Nido, Palawan
The limestone cliffs and hidden lagoons of El Nido are the image every honeymoon brochure wishes it owned. Private island-hopping, a picnic on a secret sandbar, and sunsets that stop conversations. It's the centrepiece of our El Nido & Coron package.
Coron, Palawan
Coron trades El Nido's softness for drama — the famous clear waters of Kayangan Lake and dramatic shipwreck snorkelling. Pair the two and you've got the ultimate two-part Palawan honeymoon.
Boracay
The famous white-sand beach is busier and livelier — perfect if you want sunset cocktails and a bit of buzz alongside the beach. It's been cleaned up and redeveloped in recent years and is looking sharp again.
When to go
December to March is prime honeymoon season — dry, sunny and calm. Avoid August to October, the typhoon window. Check our best time to visit guide before booking.
What it costs
A two-week honeymoon across Palawan with premium resorts and the island-hopping included runs roughly £1,900–£2,500 per person including flights. The Philippines involves longer flights with a stopover, which pushes the flight cost up — but the on-the-ground value is superb. Our Palawan Paradise package starts at £1,995pp.
Five honeymoon touches to book
- A private boat for the lagoons — no sharing, no rushing.
- A sandbar picnic lunch set up just for two.
- A couples' beachfront dinner at your resort.
- A sunrise kayak before the day boats leave.
- An overwater or cliffside villa for at least a few nights.
Quick questions, answered
Philippines or Thailand for a honeymoon?
Thailand for ease and polish; the Philippines for wilder, emptier island scenery. If the beach is the whole point, Palawan often wins. See our Philippines vs Thailand guide.
Is the flight worth it?
It's 16–18 hours with a stopover, and yes — the payoff is lagoons and beaches you simply don't find closer. Most couples say they'd do it again in a heartbeat.
How do we book?
We plan and book the whole thing over the phone, so you get a real person who's actually been. Call 020 7946 0958 and tell us your dates.
