We are delighted to invite you to our wedding in the Philippines on the
beautiful island of Bohol. We recently had a holiday on a beach in the
Philippines and we thought it would be the perfect place to get married
- surrounded by palm trees, white sands, turquoise waters and our loving
friends and family, there to celebrate with us.
You have all been a special part of our lifes' journey and so we would
love for you to come and join us to celebrate, relax and have fun!
Our wedding will be held on the 28th of May 2025 at the Oceanica Resort
in Bohol. We have also arranged a Welcome Soirée on the 26th of May.
Please scroll down for more details. We hope you can make it!
We have included some costs of things like day-trips and accommodation
below. To convert these into your local currency, please select:
Ensuring your safety and comfort is our highest priority! Unlike busier
parts of the Philippines, the island of Bohol is tranquil and uncrowded.
There are 142 resorts spaced out across the island and it is a popular
holiday destination with people from all around the world, although most
tourists to the Philippines go to more famous destinations like Boracay,
Palawan or Siargao. Bohol is a safe tourist destination and has a
small-town, quiet vibe.
Aside from its natural beauty and safety, another reason we chose Bohol
as our wedding destination is that it is very easy to get there. Bohol
is located in the central Visayas region of the Philippines and is
accessible by both plane and boat. There is an airport on the island.
For detailed information on how to get there please
click here.
May is summer time in the Philippines. Daytime temperatures in May are
around 33°C (91°F) and at night it is a pleasant 24°C (75°F). We've
chosen May to avoid the rainy season, which comes later in the year.
This will be perfect for our ceremony and reception on the beach.
Things to do in Bohol
Bohol is a tropical paradise with a lot of activities on offer. Here are
some of the things you can do while you are in Bohol:
Visit the Chocolate Hills - the most famous attraction in Bohol. The
Chocolate Hills are a geological formation of over 1200 hills over an
area of more than 50 square kilometers. The hills are covered in green
grass that turns brown during the dry season, hence the name. The trip
is a 1.5 hour drive from Oceanica resort. Be ready to
climb 220 steps
when you arrive, to get the best view.
The Tarsier Sanctuary. The Philippine tarsier is the smallest and
cutest primate in the world. These tiny creatures have large eyes and
are very sensitive to light. They are nocturnal and primarily found in
the forests of Bohol. There are 2 sanctuaries you can visit - the
Tarsier and Wildlife Sanctuary in Corella which is 50 minutes drive
from Oceanica resort and the Tarsier Conservation Area near Loboc
which is 1.5 hours drive from Oceanica.
This blog
has lots of good information about tarsiers and their sanctuaries.
A cruise on the Loboc River. The Loboc river is famous for its
beautiful cruises. Guests can enjoy a buffet meal on a floating
restaurant while being serenaded by local musicians. The cruise passes
through lush greenery and stops off at a folk-dance where you can
participate if you want to. Overall its a very happy way to spend a
few hours around lunch. The river is 1 hour drive from Oceanica and
the cruise costs less than
PHP 1,115 per
person.
Here are some reviews.
Dolphin watching. Take a boat cruise out to 3 different islands to
view the dolphins. The trip lasts for 6 hours and costs less than
PHP 1,858.
Click here for more information and bookings.
Oceanica Resort is on the southern tip of Bohol. Technically it is on
the island of Panglao. However Panglao is connected to the main island
of Bohol by a bridge, so driving there is easy if coming by boat.
Hot tip: Avoid flying with Cebu Pacific. They are always late.
Hot tip: For international guests we recommend that you fly from Manila
to Bohol, rather than Cebu. This way you can avoid transferring from the
Airport in Cebu to the Seaport in Cebu.
Manila to Bohol by plane
If you arrive in the Philippines by plane then travel from Ninoy Aquino
International Airport in Manila to Panglao International Airport in
Bohol takes 1.5 hours by plane.
Cebu to Bohol by plane
Cebu is the neighbouring island to Bohol so it is not really worth
flying. In fact all the flights we could see appear to go via Manila,
which is at least a 3 hour round trip!
Cebu to Bohol by boat
If you are not bringing your car on the boat to Bohol then the Oceanjet
Fastcraft is the fastest option. The trip takes 2 hours and costs less
than PHP 1,115.
Please see here for more information.
If you need to bring your car then the Lite Shipping Ferry (roll-on,
roll-off) is the best option.
Leyte to Bohol by boat
If you need to bring your car then the Lite Shipping Ferry (roll-on,
roll-off) is the best option.
Bohol Airport to Oceanica Resort
Bohol Panglao International Airport is only 5km or 10 minutes drive from
Oceanica Resort. An airport transfer must be booked via the Oceanica
Resort in advance. The following rates are available for exclusive
airport transfers:
(Rates might change without prior notice)
1-2 persons:
PHP 750/trip
3 persons:
PHP 300/person
4-8 persons:
PHP 230/person
9-12 persons:
PHP 230/person
13-22 persons:
PHP 230/person
23-45 persons:
PHP 200/person
Taxis are also available.
Tagbilaran Sea Port to Oceanica Resort
Tagbilaran Sea Port is 16km or 40 minutes drive to Oceanica Resort.
(Rates might change without prior notice)
1-2 person:
PHP 1,000/trip
3 persons:
PHP 400/person
4-8 persons:
PHP 300/person
9-12 persons:
PHP 270/person
13-22 persons:
PHP 250/person
23-45 persons:
PHP 230/person
We know that happiness is best when shared with the people you love, so
we are looking forward to you joining us for a memorable 2 days of
celebration, excitement and joy!
We have especially prepared events before and during our wedding for you
to enjoy and make the travel worthwhile.
26 May - Welcome Soirée
Join us at dusk (5PM) for a couple of hours under the palm trees and
twinkling fairy lights by the sea at Oceanica Resort. This will be the
perfect chance for you to meet and mingle with the other wedding guests
in a fun and laid-back tropical atmosphere.
We'll be serving up delicious Filipino-style street food and drinks
along with exciting local entertainment! Be sure to bring your sense of
adventure (and rhythm!) for an unforgettable evening.
27 May - Downtime
On this day you can take the opporunity to relax and de-stress from your
travel to Bohol. If you're feeling energetic you can explore the island
or go on a tour - we can also help you arrange activities if you need.
Or if you simply want to re-energise then we recommend relaxing by the
pool or the beach and enjoying the beautiful surroundings.
28 May - Ceremony
Our wedding ceremony will take place on the beach at Oceanica Resort.
Please check back here closer to the date for full details on the
timings for the ceremony. The dress code is "beach formal". Ladies, we
suggest that you wear wedges here, rather than stilettos, to avoid
getting stuck in the sand.
28 May - Reception
The reception will also be held on the beach at Oceanica Resort. We will
have a delicious dinner, drinks, and a dance floor, so come prepared to
dance the night away! Please check back here closer to the date for
timings.
Bohol has accommodation options to suit all budgets and star-ratings.
Being in the Philippines, some really nice places are available at very
low prices. We have prepared a handy list of options for you here and
many more can also be found on
booking.com
and
airbnb.
Please note: If you choose not to stay at Oceanica, you can
still enjoy the resort facilities by paying a day-use rate of
PHP 588 per
person. Please
click here for details.
We have singled out Oceanica since it is where we are getting married.
It is a very nice resort but not so budget friendly as some of the other
options below. However they are offering discounted rates to our wedding
guests.
Please note: these rates is available only for bookings
made before 10 Jan 2025.
Room Type
Published Rate
Wedding Guest Rate
Deluxe Garden View
PHP 12,000
PHP 9,488
per night for 2
Deluxe Pool View
PHP 13,000
PHP 10,488
per night for 2
Deluxe Beach Front
PHP 14,000
PHP 11,488
per night for 2
Premium Beach Front
PHP 19,500
PHP 16,988
per night for 2
Beach Villa
PHP 21,500
PHP 19,988
per night for 2
Panglao Villa
PHP 42,000
PHP 37,988
per night for 4
Extra Person
PHP 3,000
PHP 2,500
per night
Inclusions:
Welcome drinks upon arrival
Welcome ammenities
Wifi
Complimentary Breakfast
Nightly turndown service
Gym, tennis court and pool
Use of bam bikes for 3 hours
Use of kayaks and paddle boards for 30 minutes
Note:
Availability may change without prior notice
Rates are not applicable on identified holidays
Kids 11 years old & below are free in the room, though meals are not
included
The most valuable gift you can give us for our wedding is your presence!
We will be overjoyed if you are able to make it all the way to the
Philippines to celebrate with us!
We understand that international travel is expensive so please do not
feel obligated to give us any gifts. Time spent together is a gift in
and of itself.
If you do feel you absolutely have to give us a gift then of course it
will be greatly appreciated! We have set up an international account
with Wise.com. Please either
click here
to view the account details or scan the following QR code:
Please RSVP by 28 December 2024
We have a limited number of guests, so attendance is only for guests
whose names are written on the invitation. We appreciate your
understanding!
