Thursday, October 9, 2008

On Top of a Hill or at the Beachfront?

My current dilemma is having to choose between two equally wonderful locales for my Philippine wedding reception. This ain't the final two yet but for now, my mind is set on these two venues. I'd like my reception to make my guests feel closer to nature. So I've always wanted an outdoor venue. My original choice is at the beachfront. I know this shouldn't be a difficult choice since Cebu has a lot of very wonderful beaches. But I also have certain conditions. I wouldn't want it to be right on the sandy shores. I want my guests to admire nature at the same time feel comfortable without having to worry about sands getting on their feet. Another thing that I consider is the price of the package. Reception venue rates can be pretty ridiculous nowadays. I want it to be within our budget. And I think VistaMar Beach Resort in Mactan is the right choice for us. I have here two pictures of the place that I grabbed from my friend Hazel's Multiply site. She also had her renewal of vows at VistaMar and she recommended this place to me. It's a perfect venue for small and intimate weddings.

VistaMar Boardwalk

VistaMar Boardwalk

VistaMar Boardwalk


But after searching for more wedding inputs online, I came across with a forum that talks about Cebu weddings and there I saw another perfect venue for a simple and romantic setting. The place is Chateau de Busay, a haven that is nestled on top of a hill with a breathtaking view of lush green mountains and overlooking the magnificent city of Cebu. Ok, I must admit, I am a sucker for a great, romantic view. By looking at my choices, you probably realized it by now.


Chateau de Busay (City Garden View)

Chateau de Busay at night

12 replies:

Anonymous said...

dont forget to invite me ha... lol.. hire a wedding.. "Here's the link coordinator.http://www.rightconnect-weddings.com/ mao ni among wedding coordinator and i did not regret having them.. wa jud hassle.. then included na MC.. very professional.

LODS said...

hi jen,nindot ang location,very picturesque ang view.naa ko question,i thought dli puede mag church wedding sa beach or anything else aside from the church itself.

Pangit said...

Hi Jenn!

Such a nice place this is. I like it!

How are things for you? Haven't been here for quite awhile now. I hope you're ok. Just to let you know I was here visiting you.

Add my other blog naman, if you don't mind: http://sharzishoefetish.wordpress.com/

Ingat lagi, Jenn.
-Sharz

Pangit said...

Hi Jenn!

Such a nice place this is. I like it!

How are things for you? Haven't been here for quite awhile now. I hope you're ok. Just to let you know I was here visiting you.

Add my other blog naman, if you don't mind: http://sharzishoefetish.wordpress.com/

Ingat lagi, Jenn.
-Sharz

Dhemz said...

hello tejenn!..thanks for the friend request..na add tana ka te...tuod I will add your link to my list ha...wow! renewal vow! how long have you been married? congrats a gain..balik balik rako dre!

Grandy said...

Oh they are both lovely! If the 2nd one is within your budget...I'd go with that as it seems PERFECT with your nature wishes. Just my vote from California though. :)

Michelle said...

Wow, I love the Chateau de Busay at night photo. It looks very romantic and magical with all the lights and nature around it. Very pretty! :)

Anonymous said...

hello ate jenn!

i love the both venues view wise. i have been to a couple of weddings that was held in Chateau de Busay. it was romantic but the food is not that great.

iceah said...

hey jen, whens your wedding ? c: so sorry i haven't visited that often catching up here c:

hey the beach would be wonderful c: knowing Cebu is one thing and i like beaches really it's a wonderful place to be wed at. anyway, consider the time of the year and the weather at choosing the place because it matters when the weather is good right c: hope i had a helpful suggestion c:

God bless your wedding c:

DebbieDana said...

Hi Jenn!

Both places are beautiful!!! Really can't tell which one to choose, hehe!

Btw, thanks alot for your visit...Same thing here, can't EC drop too since yesterday...

ann's world said...

wow ka nice sa mga venue jenn, my wedding in cebu is held at white sand in mactan, wala mi nag pa beach wedding jud kay sa imong gi ingon magka bas nya ang tiil sa mga besita, hehehe...didto rami sa garden pero kita lang gihapon ang beach nice jud ang outside venue jenn kaysa close nga venue kay at least ang mga bisita maka kita sa mga nice views. we are planning to renew our vows too in cebu in a few years time and i like outside reception gihapon para hayahay, hehehe...goodluck sa inyong wedding plan jenn, im sure nice jud na imong wedding, picture nalay amoa ani, hehehe..tc

Dean and Lee Schroeder said...

hello Jenn, ang ganda ng place! I love to be there too just to relax and feel the nature! wish we have another vows in the PI too hehehe