ERHAPS the best thing about a Bohol getaway is that you can combine a family experience with blue-water dives, lip-smacking food, or even a romantic interlude for a honeymoon, a wedding, or a cliff-edge white-knuckle proposal. The "I dos" will pour in. All at one place. One of the best Bohol luxury resorts, Amorita Resort on wonderfully secluded Panglao Island (connected to the main island by bridges) is a luxury playground whose portmanteau appeal lies less in slatherings of marble than in the elegant rustic minimalism, with space for all whims and pursuits. Paddle, kayak, dive, swim in two sun-drenched pools, or simply read a good book.

Managed by the One-Of Collection, this award-winning escape celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2017 with the introduction of 16 Luxury Villas and two fresh Two-Bedroom Pool Villas for candlelit evenings or for families in need of some extra stretch room.

Amorita Resort is sited on a low headland with grand views over the southern stretch of Alona Beach and the azure Bohol Sea. The smorgasbord includes 98 swish Suites and innovative twists on menus with some hard-to-find local Bohol fare or pizza at Saffron, and paella dinners at Tomar Tapas x Bar. There's an inhouse dive centre for those interested in deeper marine explorations. In-room expect cool terrazzo cement floors underfoot, pastel or perky yellow walls, breezy verandahs to settle in with a good book, flat-screen TVs, complimentary WiFi and an unfussy design that will please both cooing lovers and anxious mothers wondering when their typhoon tykes are going to topple that priceless Ming vase.

The Sea Tree Spa is another refreshing escape for some end-of-day spoiling. Pick from a range of beauty treatments and wellness menus. And, everywhere, you'll spot those signature Filipino smiles ensuring you are always at home .