Honeymooners and pre-nuptial guests can expect sun, sand and superb service across this pair of resorts.
Words by Craig Sterriker
Certainly living up to its namesake, the Shangri-La duo of resorts open their doors to guests seeking an amorous excursion to a bona-fide utopian paradise. Both destinations offer honeymooners a wide variety of amenities and experiences whilst remaining submerged in peerless luxury. Step into paradise with your partner and enjoy a honeymoon that sure to feel like heaven on Earth.
Standing proud as Singapore’s singular beachfront resort, Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa is truly a one-of-a-kind destination for any paramours searching for the perfect place to celebrate their union. The 425 suite crescent behemoth eclipses expanses of shoreline, pools and vibrant gardens on one side, with its exterior surrounded by lush tropical treetops, ensuring visitors are engulfed by Singaporean serenity at every turn.
A myriad of opportunities await those just married at Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa. The resorts on-site “Fun Team” curates a series of excellent preorganised activities for any couples looking for a paradisiac poolside party. If a day of swimming races and glow in the dark art sounds a bit too hectic for your honeymoon, the resort also offers an adult wellness activity programme, including a guided nature walk, aquatic aerobics and much, much more. Finish each day feeling rejuvenated at Rasa Sentosa, a relaxing retreat no matter the choice in activity.
The Shangri-La Singapore is no different in its majesty and distinctive nature. Nestled deep amidst acres of tropical foliage, the hotel is home to 3 astoundingly unique wings and several delectable bars and restaurants. This diversification in services smattered across the Shangri-La Singapore ensures that visiting lovebirds can stretch their wings and fly, without ever leaving the hotel. With top of the range, bespoke spa treatments and incredibly luxurious suites available across the location, the hotel is an excellent landing spot for any couples searching for a sensual Singaporean sanctuary.
The Shangri-La’s series of on-site, Origin bars and restaurants aim to provide guests with a gastronomic experiences found nowhere else. Recruiting global talent and allowing them to contribute their personal touches to the menus, coupled with the usage of incredible, locally sourced produce, has allowed the Shangri-La to cultivate food and beverage selections like no other. Enjoy a wide array of toothsome treats and banging beverages with your beau, before absorbing the culture of the sultry surrounding area.
The lush tropical backdrop isn’t the only way to get in touch with nature during your stay with the Shangri-La, either. Located a stones throw from the hotel are both the Singapore Botanic and Zoological Gardens. Any green thumbed gallivants can expect over 3,000 glorious tropical plant species on display at the zoological gardens, with the park being recognised as a must see by Trip Advisor. Alternatively, animal loving adventurers can take a trip to the Zoological Gardens to experience their world-famous Orang-utan enclosure and take a nighttime excursion via the zoos Night Safari, allowing a nocturnal animal viewing experience found nowhere else on the planet.
The Shangri-La duo of resorts also provide bespoke wedding services – this includes planning, proposal and celebration services, all provided by their in-house wedding planning team. This excellent service, coupled with the already sky-high quality of their on-site eateries and activities, as well as the top-notch local excursions available makes the Shangri-La the ultimate romantic destination, whether you’re tying the knot or enjoying the aftermath.
If a utopian celebration of your union seems to be in order, please visit www.shangri-la.com/singapore/shangrila for more information.
