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This Spotlight is sponsored by Sabah Tourism Board.
Planning a wedding often comes with a long checklist that includes booking the venue, food, decorations, guest list, and more
But what if the destination itself could take care of some of the visual magic?
With its cool highlands, lush greenery, dramatic mountain views, tropical beaches, and scenic hilltops, Sabah offers you plenty of ways to celebrate your big day beyond the traditional ballroom.
Here are five places in Sabah worth considering for your wedding ceremony:
1. Sabah Tea Resort (Ranau)
If you're after a romantic countryside setting, Sabah Tea Resort offers a wedding backdrop that is difficult to recreate indoors.
Set in the cool highlands, the resort is surrounded by rolling tea fields, fresh mountain air, and rows of lush tea plants.
The setting brings a rustic yet elegant feel to an intimate celebration, while your guests can also enjoy Sabah's iconic tea experience as they celebrate your big day together.
2.Perkasa Hotel Mount Kinabalu (Kundasang)
At Perkasa Hotel Mount Kinabalu, you can hold a garden-style celebration surrounded by lush greenery, cool highland weather, and a beautiful view of Mount Kinabalu.
With flowers lining the aisle and the mountain rising behind the ceremony, the setting offers a romantic atmosphere reminiscent of an English countryside wedding.
3. Langkah Syabas Beach Resort (Kinarut)
At Langkah Syabas Beach Resort, you can celebrate by the sea, with sandy shores, swaying coconut trees, and the sound of waves creating a relaxed tropical atmosphere.
As the day winds down, your guests can gather around a cosy bonfire and celebrate beneath the stars.
4. Shangri-La Rasa Ria (Tuaran)
At Shangri-La Rasa Ria, you can choose between elegant garden ceremonies and romantic beachfront receptions, surrounded by lush greenery and a private beach.
With five-star hospitality on top of the tropical setting, your guests can make a holiday out of their trip to Sabah too, giving them more to enjoy besides the wedding.
5. Kokol Haven Resort (Kota Kinabalu)
If you want a scenic outdoor wedding while staying close to the city, Kokol Haven Resort offers a hilltop setting surrounded by greenery.
The area is known for its cool mountain air and panoramic views stretching across the city and towards the coastal islands in the distance.
The peaceful surroundings make it suitable for intimate celebrations, sunset ceremonies, and outdoor receptions, with plenty of natural scenery for the best wedding photos.
So if you're planning your wedding, consider Sabah if you want a memorable one
Visit Sabah Tourism Board's official website to discover exciting local attractions you and your guests can explore during your dream wedding in Sabah.
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