Melo Villareal
Discover why Sabang Beach in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, is the top destination for wedding celebrations.
Puerto Princesa – Raise your hand if you’ve ever dreamed of saying “I do” with the sea breeze tousling your hair and the sound of waves in the background. Nowadays, many couples. prefer a destination wedding over a traditional hometown ceremony. What makes these weddings so special? They tend to be smaller, allowing the couple and chosen guests to forge beyond just the wedding day. Some opt for a destination that aligns with their interests, transforming the celebration into a multi-day event with carefully curated activities and tours. Plus, there’s often the opportunity to save money due to a smaller guest list.
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In the Philippines, couples are spoiled for choice with numerous beautiful beach destinations to choose from for their weddings. Michelle Solomo Valdez, an architect behind some of Palawan’s most memorable wedding celebrations through her company MS Events Management, specializes in finding the most idyllic and romantic locations, such as San Vicente, El Nido, and Coron. She believes that the next major trend in destination weddings will be Sabang Beach, a pristine paradise close to Puerto Princesa City.
Michelle pointed out that Sabang Beach’s raw natural beauty and feeling of exclusivity make it ideal for intimate weddings. It’s less commercialized than other beaches, and its untouched shore with dramatic mountain backdrops make a beautiful setting for photos. The Underground River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as fun activities like a mangrove tour, ziplining, nature trekking, visiting the Sabang Waterfall, or island hopping to the private Isla Rita will ensure a wedding that will be talked about for years by anyone who attends.
Wedding parties have several accommodation options at Sabang Beach, with the Four Points by Sheraton Palawan, Puerto Princesa being the most premium choice. Its beachfront location, stunning sunset views, and spacious layout make it a popular venue for ceremonies. Additionally, couples can consider scenic spots such as the Sabang Mangrove Paddle Tour photoshoot area and picturesque viewpoints overlooking the dramatic limestone cliffs.
Palawan is not only known for its breathtaking natural wonders but also for its rich cultural heritage and traditions, which couples can incorporate into their wedding plans. Michelle has successfully executed weddings that feature indigenous Cuyonon musical traditions and often includes native elements, such as woven banig accents and shell-based souvenirs. To add a unique culinary touch, she recommends serving local delicacies like lato (sea grapes) and the adventurous tamilok (woodworm), in addition to fresh seafood.
The Four Points by Sheraton Palawan, Puerto Princesa is one of Michelle’s top choices for a wedding venue. “It offers a rare combination of modern luxury and natural beauty,” she shared. “Couples truly appreciate the blend of comfort and an authentic tropical island feel.”
The hotel has wedding packages that offer value for money and can ease a couple’s anxiety about organizing a destination wedding. Their wedding venues include the beachfront for a maximum of 100 guests, the Lawn and Gazebo, which can accommodate up to 150 guests, and the Ballroom, which has a capacity of 300 guests and boasts a hi-tech built-in LED wall.
For a limited period, discounts from Php10,000 to Php30,000 are being offered on their Balayong Intimate Package, Pawikan Wedding Package (good for 50 persons), and Pearl Wedding Package (good for 100 persons). The Pearl Wedding Package is the hotel’s premium offering. It includes 2-nights stay in a Suite room for the bride, an overnight stay in a Deluxe Pool View room for the groom, the choice of an indoor or outdoor ceremony and reception, a basic lights and sound system, the use of the LED wall, among others. The couple can choose between a Filipino or an International buffet menu. The hotel adds a 2-layered wedding cake, one round of the signature tarragon iced tea, and a bottle of champagne to use for toasting. Cocktail hour is included in the package as well, with a mobile bar set-up, a 1-hour open bar set-up for non-alcoholic beverages, coffee and tea, plus some hors d’ oeuvres. And there’s more! The hotel has also included a complimentary one hour signature couple’s massage, and the use of the hotel grounds for an engagement or pre-wedding photoshoot.
There’s also a honeymoon package worth Php 45,000++ that includes 2 nights of accommodation in a Suite Room, buffet breakfast for 2 at Evolution, a welcome drink, a four-course dinner for 2 plus a bottle of prosecco, and a romantic outdoor dinner setup, hotel credits worth Php 5,000, 20% off on spa services, and late check-out (subject to availability).
Couples who hold a qualified BDO credit card can take advantage of the Celebrate Now, Pay Later promotion, allowing them to pay for wedding expenses in installments. With a minimum spend of P500,000 on a wedding package, couples can enjoy a 0% interest rate over a 3-month term. Additional perks include 20% off the best available room rates and 10% off in-room dining and spa services, provided a minimum spend is met. This offer is valid until December 15, 2025.
The Four Points by Sheraton Palawan, Puerto Princesa has a dedicated events team. “They’re professional, responsive, and hospitality-driven,” Michelle shares. “They understand the unique needs of wedding guests and work collaboratively with our planning team. It’s the kind of support that allows couples to enjoy a stress-free, beautiful wedding day.”
With a team that is willing to go the extra mile from customizing menus to making special requests possible, and provides efficient and heartfelt service, it’s no wonder that the Four Points by Sheraton Palawan, Puerto Princesa is a top choice for couples and wedding organizers. Guests can be sure that any challenges that suddenly appear will be handled.
“Yes,” Michelle laughs, “there are always challenges to overcome when it comes to destination weddings. Unpredictable weather, limited access to specialty suppliers, coordinating logistics for guests who come from all over the world. It helps to have a wedding planner based in Palawan, and an efficient team at a venue like the Four Points, because we will both ensure that every detail is covered so that the couple can focus on enjoying the moment.”
For couples planning a destination wedding in Palawan, the first and easiest step is to choose the Four Points by Sheraton Palawan. Their wedding packages and promotional offers, combined with a capable team, provide reassurance that all key components for a successful destination wedding are already in place. From there, couples can focus on enjoying the moment and creating beautiful memories on their most important day.
For more information on wedding packages or to schedule a tour, contact the resort’s Event Management Team at +63 48-550-9000 or email reservations.palawan@fourpoints.com
Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa is also present on social media platforms – Facebook and Instagram via @fourpointspalawan.
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