Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement has Swifties buzzing worldwide. While the world speculates on her gown and guest list, Filipinos can’t help but imagine: What if Taylor chose the Philippines as her wedding venue?

The Philippines is not just a travel destination—it’s a Delightful Philippines, filled with hidden gems and breathtaking venues that reflect the magic often found in Taylor’s songs. From dreamy islands to soulful mountains, here are places where her lyrics could come alive in a wedding theme.

Palawan: Love Story by the Lagoon

Palawan is a natural stage for “Love Story.” Imagine Taylor walking down a sandy aisle in El Nido, framed by limestone cliffs and turquoise waters. With sunsets painting the sky, this would be a real-life fairy-tale backdrop—one worthy of the lyrics “I talked to your dad, go pick out a white dress.” Filipinos would be proud to showcase Palawan as proof that the Philippines is nature’s cathedral.

Batanes: Enchanted Vows

For intimacy and timeless beauty, Batanes matches the dreamy mood of “Enchanted.” With rolling hills, dramatic cliffs, and stone houses, it feels like stepping into a song about a love that is simple yet eternal. A wedding here would echo the quiet line “This night is sparkling, don’t you let it go.” And Filipinos would proudly show the world that Batanes is our crown jewel of authenticity.

Sagada: Begin Again Above the Clouds

In misty Sagada, a wedding could feel like the start of a new chapter—much like Taylor’s “Begin Again.” The pine forests, foggy mornings, and soulful mountains create a setting that is both intimate and spiritual. For Filipinos, Sagada is not just a tourist spot; it’s a place where culture, tradition, and love find harmony.

Siargao: Daylight by the Shore

Siargao’s coconut-lined beaches and secret lagoons capture the hopeful warmth of “Daylight.” A barefoot ceremony at sunset, waves crashing nearby, would reflect the lyric “I once believed love would be burning red, but it’s golden.” For Filipinos, Siargao is more than a surfing capital—it’s a symbol of joy and resilience.

Mt. Camisong Forest Park: New Romantics in the Highlands

For something fresh yet magical, Mt. Camisong Forest Park in Benguet offers a “New Romantics” vibe. With its glass walkway above pine forests, cultural amphitheater, and eco-friendly design, it feels modern but rooted in tradition. Filipinos would proudly showcase this new hidden gem as proof of how we blend nature, culture, and innovation.

Why It’s a “Delightful Philippines” Moment

Every Taylor Swift wedding theme—whether fairy tale, dreamy, or modern—has a perfect venue here in the Philippines. If she ever chose our islands, it wouldn’t just be a celebrity event; it would be a proud national moment. It would prove that our hidden gems, tourist spots, and cultural treasures aren’t just world-class—they are the stage for the greatest love stories.

In Taylor’s words, “This love is ours.” And in the Philippines, we proudly say: this beauty is ours, too.

By Direk Erine