Thinking of a beach wedding – exchanging vows over stunning stretch of white sand and crystal clear waters or enjoying a wonderful sunset over dinner on the beach? Philippines is known for having breathtaking coastlines, wondrous natural resources, unspoiled islands and virgin beaches. You could definitely have your dream beach wedding here in the Philippines.
Some popular beaches inlcude Boracay, El Nido in Palawan, Mactan in Cebu and Panglao Beach in Bohol. But, if you’re coming from the Metro and you dread the long flight, not to worry. Metro Manila is surrounded with provinces that are blessed with miles of gorgeous beaches! Here are our top picks for a beach wedding destination (or for an engagement pictorial) you’d want to check out, that don’t require you to fly and are all within 5 hours from Metro Manila.
1. San Antonio, Zambales
Suggested Beach Venues: Nagsasa Cove, Silanguin Cove, Anawangin Cove, Talisayin Cove
2. Calatagan, Batangas
Suggested Beach Venues: Cape Santiago Beach, Burot Beach
3. Lobo, Batangas
Suggested Beach Venues: Malabrigo Point
4. Nasugbu-Lian, Batangas
Suggested Beach Venues: Bamboo Beach, Tali Beach
5. Laiya, San Juan, Batangas
Suggested Beach Venues: Laiya Aplaya
6. Anilao, Mabini, Batangas
Suggested Beach Venues: Anilao Beach
7. Subic, Zambales
Suggested Beach Venues: Subic Bay
8. Morong, Bataan
Suggested Beach Venues: Nagbalayong Beach
9. Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro
Suggested Beach Venues: White Beach, Sabang Beach, Haligi Beach, Bulabod Beach