Amanpulo

Accessible only by private plane, tropical Pamalican Island is around an hour from Manila, yet feels a world away from anywhere. Amanpulo is the only property on this Philippine island, its airy Casitas and Villas opening to the 5.5-kilometres of coral sand that encircle a jungled centre. With a convivial poolside Clubhouse, an Aman Spa, Dive Centre and a laidback Beach Club, guests can be as active as they choose; a snorkel on your private beachfront might be all the exertion required to complete a day of restorative lounging. Other diversions include tennis courts, island hikes, turtle spotting and exploring the kaleidoscopic reefs just offshore. Its West Villa Clubhouse is exclusively reserved for private functions, and has a conference room, banquet lobby, spacious poolside, and dining room and bar. Celebrations and corporate events find memorable venues under the stars on the beach, or beneath the bougainvillea trellis on the main Clubhouse poolside.