Joanna James
Looking for a place to sweep that special someone off their feet? Well, Bintan in Indonesia is the perfect destination for you. Whether you want to say “I do” on the beach, plan a honeymoon, celebrate an anniversary or simply enjoy a blissful getaway, this island paradise has all you need!
First things first… you need to plan your escape to a luxury resort where you can stay at a beachfront villa where it’s just you, your partner, and the endless vistas of the South China Sea. Some properties, including the likes of The Residence Bintan, offer such sublime coastal sanctuaries with stunning sea views, direct beach access, and a private pool to enjoy in complete serenity. You can wake up to the sound of waves, have a meal on your private deck, and take a sunset stroll hand-in-hand along the shore. Suffice it to say, it’s the kind of place where time slows down, and love takes centre stage.
A spa day for couples can be much more than just a pampering session and help bring you closer to each other. Look to stay at one of the luxury resorts in Bintan that have private couple treatment rooms, where you can experience signature wellness rituals together. Look for a package that includes everything from a soothing foot bath and body scrub to a rejuvenating massage and a relaxing Shirodhara therapy where warm oil is poured onto your forehead… pure bliss! Some treatments even include a bracelet exchange to symbolise your journey together. By the time it’s over, you will both be in a state of zen, ready for more romance!
If you have ever dreamed of a barefoot wedding with golden sands beneath your feet and the ocean as your backdrop, this destination is the place to make it happen. Look for a Bintan hotel promotion that offers the services of a wedding coordinator and will help set up a spellbinding sunset wedding with all the essential features; these can include a beach set-up with a floral arch, a one-tier wedding cake, a decorated wedding buggy (because why walk when you can arrive in style?) and even a symbolic tree planting ceremony. Of course, the best part is that your honeymoon starts the moment you say, “I do!” with a stay at a sea-view pool villa, private dinners, spa indulgences and more!
If food is the way to the heart, then private dining in Bintan will make you fall in love all over again! Some resorts will go that extra mile and arrange a candlelit table set up just for the two of you on a secluded beach, in a lush tropical garden, or even on the deck of your private villa under the stars. With a personal chef crafting a bespoke menu and a dedicated server ensuring everything is perfect, this is dining at its most intimate. For something different, you can start your morning with a unique floating breakfast in your villa pool or have a surprise picnic by the shore because romance isn’t just about dinner, it’s about every little moment in between.
For a romantic adventure, take a sunset cruise in Bintan through serene mangroves. As you drift along the Sebung River, you will be surrounded by thick jungle and may spot monkeys on the branches and colourful kingfishers darting through the air. Pro tip: opt for an extended evening tour for the chance to witness something truly magical as fireflies illuminate the riverbanks like nature’s own fairy lights. It’s the kind of moment that, along with the many others here, will make you want to hold hands and whisper, “Let’s never leave!”
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