Private island wedding in Palawan, Philippines

A place like no other, a couple with vision and a ceremony you’ll never forget.
Samantha and Stephen did it: they turned their love into an unforgettable island fairytale – with a wedding that was not only romantic, but absolutely spectacular.

The setting: A private island in Palawan

A tropical breeze, the gentle sound of the sea, barefoot on an exclusive island – surrounded by nothing but turquoise waters and your favorite people. This is exactly how Samantha & Stephen’s wedding on Discovery Coron, a private island in Palawan, Philippines, began. The island was reserved just for them and their 160 guests – a dream come true!

A weekend full of magic

This wedding was not just a day, but an entire experience. From prenuptial festivities, a stylish sunset welcome party, to a breathtaking wedding ceremony, lavish after parties and relaxed post-wedding celebrations: every detail was thought through with love, creativity and personality.

Particularly impressive were the details such as:

Personalized welcome packages
Music playlists tailored to every mood
TV displays with specially created content
A light show that tells stories
Even the staff wore shirts with “Samantha & Stephen”

The ceremony: a blaze of color by the sea

However, the heart of the celebration was the wedding ceremony by the sea with an unforgettable backdrop.

A curved, bright blue aisle led the guests to an elaborately decorated wedding arch with a sea view. And this was a true explosion of color:

On the one hand: rosé, coral, apricot – soft, romantic and warm.
On the other side: royal blue, lavender, violet – powerful, extraordinary and creative.

A high-contrast work of art of nature, created by star florist Gideon Hermosa, who set new standards with his floral staging.

Two cultures, one heart

One of the most moving aspects: The marriage of two cultures.
Samantha, Filipina and Catholic, and Stephen, Jewish-American, found loving ways to honor their roots.
The ceremony and the entire weekend reflected this diversity – from traditional elements of both religions to:

Tinikling dance competitions
Cultural performances
Balut tastings for the adventurous
And symbolic moments of togetherness

Proof that dreams are possible

This wedding was not only a celebration of love, but also a tribute to Filipino and Asian talent.
From planning to execution, a “dream team” of local and international professionals was at work. This special celebration was photographed by Mayad Studios. Special mention should also be made of fashion designer Francis Libiran, whose couture creations provided wow moments.

Samantha & Stephen wanted to show what is possible when you trust your vision, dream boldly and rely on local expertise – and they proved it impressively.

Pure inspiration for all those who want more than 08/15.
Samantha & Stephen have not only said yes to each other – they have shown how to merge love, heritage and personality into a single, breathtaking experience.