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Thailand Honeymoon on a budget

Part 4 in our Honeymoon Series, we’re exploring a Thailand Honeymoon…

Thailand Honeymoon The pros and cons of Thailand on a budget.

If you are celebrating your wedding on Maui, then Thailand is the perfect honeymoon location! Thailand is only a couple short flights from Hawaii and everything is super affordable! A great way to unwind after a romantic, intimate wedding on Maui!

 

Check out these fun Thailand Honeymoon photos from Maui’s own award winning
Family and Wedding Photographer, Penny Palmer.
Packing Tips…

If you are limited in the number of free suitcases you’re allowed to take, remember that there are amazing laundry services in every town – 2 outfits laundered for less than the cost of a Coke at home. Splurge and pack less.

Food Tips…
what to eat in ThailandThailand offers every major U.S. Brand item you could possibly miss with the exception of chocolate chip cookies. Oreos will have to suffice or go without. Check out their potato chips for about 30 cents – the best are Boat Noodle Flavor!

Enjoy the street food – HOWEVER, remember to bring 1 Pepto Bismol tablet for each day of your trip. Take 1 each morning and your stomach will thank you if you accidentally get a bit of unpurified water or too hot of a chili. This allows you to eat the cheapest foods possible without risking spending days in your room watching local TV.

Thailand dessertAnother top secret – if the flies like the food, you should move on. Never eat from a food cart that has flies – they transfer bacteria and leave larva behind.

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When choosing a place to stay…

Honeymoon travelKeep in mind 1 key element when deciding how much you want to spend on accommodations. Often people who spend very little on accommodations will also keep a small reserve for activities. That means that the very cool pool and gym you see offered at your inexpensive condo complex will also be packed with people throughout your stay. Travelers with a larger budget staying in slightly nicer accommodations will tend to be off on day trips and tours leaving the complex common areas available for you to enjoy at your leisure. A little extra spend gives you a lot more fun in the long run.

Astra ThailandStaying in a brand new complex sounds appealing, doesn’t it? Everything brand new and not broken in yet (read into this very hard beds)… This also means tolerating construction noises, paint thinner smells, and swarms of visitors touring the complex on “vacation freebie tours”.

If you’re looking for relaxing, you might consider the complexes that have been around a few years already or give these new  ones time to fix the little problems.

Follow blogs and YouTube to find cost effective ways of having fun before you select your destination cities. This will help you be aware of any pitfalls that other budget travelers might have fallen into before you. You’re also welcome to email us if you have Honeymoon Planning Questions.

Honeymoon Information

 

Hawaii Safe Travels – What Visitors Need to Know

Hawaii Safe Travel Program – Step By Step

Maui weddingThe majority of your Wedding Team is vaccinated and we look forward to celebrating safely with you!  We appreciate your faith in our Islands and want to welcome you to a little piece of Paradise through our Hawaii Safe Travels Program. To keep Paradise healthy we do seem to ask a lot of visitors… but our testing process IS WORKING and therefore creating a safe oasis for you to come and relax and enjoy your loved ones. Please help us keep our islands safe by choosing to Covid test – both before you arrive and the optional after arrival Hawaii Covid test. Please note that we do not work for the State of Hawaii and are providing this information as a courtesy. These are the steps we have personally used and offer it as a guide only.

**UPDATE 3-31-22** Safe Travels Requirements ENDED; mask wearing is no longer mandatory; however, some shops and private establishments may still request that you wear a mask so keep ine handy.

**UPDATE 3-1-22** Safe Travels Requirements END March 26, 2022; however, mask wearing indoors in public spaces will still be required.

**UPDATE 1-7-22** Beginning January 24th, indoor restaurants, bars and gyms will require proof of a booster shot if eligible (6 months after your second vaccination) or a negative covid test within 48 hours. This does not affect outdoor restaurants or take out.

**UPDATE 12-7-21** Proof of Vaccination or Negative Test is still required to enter Hawaii. Outdoor gathering restrictions have been lifted. Restaurants and Tours are open 100%. Proof of Vaccination or Negative Covid test required for indoor dining establishments (majority of our restaurants are considered “outdoor establishments”). Masks required in stores.

**UPDATE 9-7-21** Beginning September 15th, bars will close at 10:00. Maximum outdoor gathering size for public spaces set to 10 people.

**UPDATE 9-5-21** Beginning September 15th, restaurants may require you to show your vaccination card or equivalent for indoor dining. Please keep in mind that most of our restaurants are outdoors. Also – please make your restaurant reservations through Open Table and Yelp Reservations sooner rather than waiting until you arrive if there is somewhere special you would like to eat.

**UPDATE 6-24-21** Beginning July 8th, vaccinated travelers will NOT need to test before entering Hawaii. You must upload your vaccination card into the Safe Travels program and bring the hard copy with you. Children UNDER 5 DO NOT have to test.

**UPDATE 6-23-21** As of today, the Governor is keeping with the following: Once Hawaii is at 70% vaccinated, testing requirements will be lifted for all individuals coming in.

**UPDATE 6-2-21** As of Friday, June 4th, secondary testing will be stopped. No additional testing will be required upon arrival into Maui. Only the 72 hour test will remain in place.

**UPDATE 5-25-21** The Mayor has announced that beginning today, masks do not have to be worn outside.

**UPDATE 4-29-21** The Mayor has announced that starting May 4, 2021 a second rapid covid test will be administered upon arrival at no charge – this can be skipped if you show proof of vaccination.

Common Questions we get asked about Traveling to Hawaii:

If I am vaccinated will I still need to test to come to Hawaii?

At this time, yes. As of 4/2/21, the Governor has not signed off on the proposed idea of using Clear Passports to enter Hawaii without the Covid19 Testing. We’ll keep updating as we learn more.

Will I need the new enhanced drivers license to fly to Hawaii?

It is our understanding that as of October 2021, all passengers will be required to show an enhanced drivers license (the one with the star on it) or a passport to fly anywhere in the USA.

Where do I get a Covid Test to come to Hawaii?

Hawaii is accepting more and more labs as time goes on. Soon Vaccinations might even supersede the need for testing, In the meantime, the best website to check for your testing options is directly with the Sate of Hawaii.

Travel Partners

VAULT TESTING TIPS: We have had great success with Vault testing laboratories, both personally and for our clients. There are some tricks you need to know.

You must…

  1. Know the nearest UPS location and UPS Overnight pick up time before you test
  2. Scan in ALL PARTIES’ test barcodes BEFORE entering the Waiting Room
  3. Write HAWAII in HUGE letters on BOTH the test plastic sleeve AND the outside of the mailer
  4. Test first thing in the morning and drop in the UPS overnight immediately
  5. Plan your flight to be on any day EXCEPT Tuesday or Wednesday

How to download my Covid test results from Vault from my iPhone?

From vault email – download pdf

… from message, click login

… select the test under ORDERS

… click on blue link next to HAWAII SAFE TRAVELS PROGRAM

…when results open, click the square-with-arrow at bottom of screen

… scroll at bottom of screen to save-to-FILES, select folder called TRAVEL (you will want to be ON MY IPHONE, not in ICLOUD…)

… click on SAVE in the upper right corner

FOR ALL TYPES OF TESTS:
FOR ALL VISITORS TO HAWAII:

How to fill our Safe Hawaii Travels Form and upload my Covid test?

OPEN Hawaii Safe Travel website

… scroll to the bottom

… log in

 

  1. Click on trips

FILL OUT THE TRIP DETAILS, INCLUDING ID INFO

+add trip, complete info

… trip details saved successfully – click on yes

 

  1. Click on Health Questionnaire

SELECT THE TRIP, Fill out the health info within 24 hours of ARRIVING (NOT leaving) in Maui

… fill everything out

Scroll to bottom, sign at bottom

 

  1. Click on APPLY FOR EXEMPTION (for covid test)
  2. Click on COVID PCR Test Exemption (for covid test)
    or COVID VACCINE EXCEPTION (for vaccinated travelers)

Click on upload file

…Select trip

… Select yourself as traveler

… document type – COVID TEST RESULT or Vaccine Card Scans

… Provider – select

… Form Type – STANDARD HAWAII FORM

 

.. .click on CHOOSE FILE

… click on BROWSE

… click on the document VAULT_HAW

… wait a few seconds under SUBMIT at bottom of page turns blue, then click on it

… click ok

Maui waterfallsHow do I get my QR Code to enter Hawaii?

Once you have completed the Hawaii Safe Travels Health Questionnaire within the 24 hour window, you will receive an email containing the QR Code. The Q Code is a little box with black and white patterns in it. This code represents all the information you have put into the Safe Hawaii Travels program. You will show the Hawaii Representative this QR Code upon arriving in Hawaii.

What else do I need to do to travel to Hawaii?

You will also need to activate the Exposure Notifications program in your smart phone. This is found under the Settings section of your phone. You are asked to leave this on while visiting Hawaii so if in fact you do end up in close proximity with another person that tests positive for Covid-19, you will be electronically notified so that you can take proper action to test or isolate if necessary.

 

Hawaii Safe TravelsAgain…

 

We welcome you with open arms and want you to know how much we appreciate your traveling as safely as possible. 

 

See you soon! Mahalo!

Photography by Penny Palmer Photography

Coronavirus in Hawaii

The Coronavirus in Hawaii and our concerns for you…

Coronavirus HawaiiBeing asked to be part of your special day, to play a key role in your special Hawaii wedding is a true honor. I approach each wedding as a privilege. You’ve found the love of your life and you’re ready to marry and walk the same path in life. You’re ready to elope in Maui and feel the sand between your toes…

And then the world goes into a panic. Unlike anything we could have predicted.

Many of you have questions and I encourage you to contact us. We’re happy to help alleviate concerns and help you plan for something special in the future. We believe that we all must have hope and aloha for a brighter future. Looking forward to something will help us all get through this.

Maui weddingWondering when the Coronavirus might hit Hawaii weighs on everyone’s mind here.  Your Maui Wedding Team is diligently washing hands often, antibacterializing the equipment, washing down surfaces every 15 minutes and attempting the 6′ rule between strangers. We are sharing the aloha by watching out for shut-in neighbors, helping the elderly and watching over each others’ families. Our lives are fairly normal notwithstanding those adjustments. The Communities on Maui haven’t gone into a panic mode as it sounds like many places in the World has. Our hearts break as we read the news and hear what you all are going through. We hear your panic and your concerns as we don’t know what governmental changes will be administered next.

Maui WeddingsSo where does that leave your dream of a Maui wedding? Please continue to plan your special day. If you feel more comfortable planning further out, then do that… but please don’t give up your dream out of fear. We will get through this. There will be an “other side”. Let your other side be bright and hopeful and ready for a brilliant future. Don’t wait in sadness and bleakness. You can inspire others with your own hope and optimism.

What can you do while self-isolating?

You can use Pinterest to think about how you’d like your reception set up or your flowers for your ceremony.

https://www.pinterest.com/adreamweddings/

You can follow along with other weddings happening here now on Instagram:

@WeddingsInMaui

You can follow along on Facebook and even join our Community page to ask questions and have discussions with us and other couples like yourselves.

https://www.facebook.com/AlohaMauiDreamWeddings

Spend time looking through our Add-Ons Section to dream of more cool ideas!

Please continue to be safe in the way you go about life but don’t forget about your Ohana. Phone calls and Facetime are huge to people self-isolating. Involve them in your wedding discussions. Talk to them about all the incredible adventures you will have on Maui. Just letting someone else know that you are hopeful can be all that is necessary to keep them from going to a dark place also.

Reach out to us anytime. We thank you for your trust in us. We thank you for your hopefulness. We thank you for sharing our Aloha.

Be well!

Elopement Packages Maui

So you’ve decided to elope! You’re looking for Elopement Packages Maui and you’re ready to begin planning! That’s where we come in! We’ve Coordinated more than 600 elopements in the past 9 years.

elopement packages MauiWe have the expertise, patience and understanding to help you plan everything down to the smallest detail. We’ll make suggestions that maybe you haven’t thought about.

We understand Hawaii Marriage Licenses so you don’t have to. We can help you save valuable time here on Maui by helping you complete the license application before you come. We have professionals experienced with every Country worldwide so you don’t have to worry about what your Country or State may require. We understand apostles, previous divorce decrees and name changing.

We can arrange to have you picked up from the airport with lei greeting services, have your groceries delivered to your door, bring in a personal chef or make restaurant reservations for you, help you create romantic surprises for your fiance… Eloping on Maui couldn’t be easier. Selecting Aloha Maui Dream Weddings for your elopement packages on Maui is your key to a stress-free, professional, exciting experience.

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Don’t feloping on mauieel overwhelmed – we’re here to make that romantic wedding a dream come true while keeping the planning process effortless! You will be able to connect with a Professional Planner any day of the week – when the time is right for YOU, not just during traditional office hours. Creating elopement packages Maui is what we do well!

We offer 20/7 service via LiveChat, Text, Email or Phone and have experts in every area of your Maui celebration. Connecting with a Elopement Packages Maui Specialist is easy and convenient – that makes us unique from any other Maui Wedding Company. We have modern technology in place to meet with your time zone and your life schedules – we believe that planning your elopement paclages Maui should be fun!

Maui elopement packagesHave children? Ask us about our Nanny services. Want a private venue? No problem. We are connected to some of the most elite properties on Maui. Want a wedding for the hearing impaired? We work with sign language experts and hula dancers to let you feel your wedding or vow renewal, not just hear it! Physical limitations? No problem – we’ve got beautiful ocean-side locations for you as well!

 

Maui ElopementComing from another country? We have worked with clients from more than 10 different countries and are fully versed in apostles and foreign requirements. Let us explain how to create your destination wedding abroad and how to make it legal for your country! We offer affordable Personal WIFI  Rentals, Locally Insured Drivers, International Marriage License Specialists and Translators to make your elopement packages Maui easy!

Elopement Packages Maui

We offer many elopement packages Maui and the other islands, but our most popular is the Plumeria17.  With its combination of professional photography, full coordination services, personalized ceremony and Hawaiian traditions, you’re sure to have your personal dream wedding.

Come play with your best friend…
leave the beach as husband and wife…

“The Plumeria23” Beach Wedding Packages on Maui, $1049

elopement packages Maui
  • Coordination of your special Maui Wedding
  • Maui Wedding Concierge Services
  • State of Hawaii Licensed Minister
  • Personalized Hawaiian Ceremony
  • Conch Shell Blow
  • Unity Sand Sculpture Ceremony, Keepsake Vessel
  • Commemorative Wedding Certificate
  • 2 Fresh Tropical Wedding Leis
  • Celebratory Toast on the Beach
  • Beach Permit and State Mandated Liability Insurance
  • Assistance with Marriage License Appointment, Available Add-ons
  • Professional Photography up to 1 hour, ceremony candid coverage & posed portraits after ceremony
  • Full online gallery of all images (edited)
  • Photos Delivered: 20 high resolution digital images of clients’ choosing
  • Deposit required – 50%

For a complete list of Elopement Packages, Click Here – or Customize your own with our Maui Elopement Full Time Planners!

maui vow renewal 2016Typically brides and grooms are seeking elopement packages Maui because you’ve either thought about doing it at home and felt the world begin to spin out of control (both in the number of guests and cost) or you really want an intimate ceremony with just the 2 of you or a few close friends and family.

Either way, Maui is a beautiful place for your new beginning and we are honored to be able to help you.

Eloping in MauiOur elopement packages Maui can be customized to include whichever aspects will make your day perfect. Don’t hesitate to ask our LiveChat Operator questions – that’s an experienced professional on the other end. Right up to and throughout your holiday here on Maui, you’ll have access to staff that can make recommendations or help you locate the best and most convenient of whatever you seek.

elopement packages mauiYour ceremony will be designed based on your input – our experienced Maui celebrants and officiants offer nondenominational ceremonies, spiritual ceremonies or religious ceremonies – all of which can be celebrated in Hawaiian style. You will have final say on beach selection after we present you with the top beaches that meet your dream criteria. Allow our limo service to pick you up or take advantage of a chauffeured SUV.

Need a white stallion?

No problem.

Waterfall WeddingsWant to be married under a waterfall?

Done! Dream big because we love a good challenge. Maui Elopement packages are our specialty and we know exactly how to create that intimate experience you’ll be bragging about to all your friends for years!

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From a Client’s perspective:

Alison said…

Darci and Penny, Where do I start?!

I was never the girl that dreamed about their fairytale wedding growing up. I never imagined my perfect wedding dress, hair style or decor. Not to Imply that I never thought it would happen one day, it was just not something I pictured as a little girl.

When Rob and I got engaged, I had NO IDEA where to even start! I joined all of the bridal email list to hopefully gain some clarity. It didn’t work, lol. Overwhelmed doesn’t even begin to touch on how I was feeling.

After Rob and I decided that we would “elope” in Maui, it got even more overwhelming. How was I supposed to plan our wedding 4,605 miles away. I googled so many companies. I almost chose a different company until they sent me a sample wedding video. It made me cringe.

I started focusing more on the reviews of these companies. I came across Aloha Maui Dream Weddings and loved the reviews I was reading. I reached out one night and the planning began.

We put 100% blind trust in these women solely based on social proof and that is why I hope anyone reading this, that might be on the fence, chooses AMDW!

From the start, Darci put my mind at ease. She was readily available for me whenever I wanted to talk, even with a 6hour time difference and anytime I started to panic, she would bring me back to normal and reassure that everything would be great! She scheduled our marriage license appt, she linked me up with Bea from Classic Elegance Artistry who made me feel like a princess and she made sure every single detail was perfect! We had an awesome unity sand ceremony that included my son, who also got a Lei during the Lei exchange.

These 2 ladies then hiked almost a MILE down a cliff to accommodate a photo shoot that we really, really wanted. It was hot and uncomfortable but once we were down there, Penny was in her zone. She is so professional and so good at what she does. I could not have asked for more from these two!

For the little girl who never dreamed about her wedding day, If I had, I am POSITIVE it was exactly how June 29th 2018 went.

We are glad to have you both as our Ohana now! We love you!
Mahalo!

P.S. Small or large weddings! They will get it done for you!”

(https://www.theknot.com/marketplace/aloha-maui-dream-weddings-kihei-hi-963933)

“I went online to look for a wedding planner in Maui. The variety of packages offered by Aloha Maui Dream Weddings is what first caught my attention. I called the phone number and talked to Darci on the phone. I knew immediately that I had found the right person to help us plan our sunset beach wedding. Darci made our wedding a fun and totally stress-free event. Penny Palmer Photography Team took beautiful pictures of our wedding. Darci and Penny are a great team, and made our wedding a totally comfortable and fun event. And they also helped us with questions we had about things to do while we were in Maui. We plan to go back to celebrate anniversaries in the future, and we will call these gals when we are there. Darci and Penny are friends for life!
-Susan S

TheKnot.com
(https://www.theknot.com/marketplace/aloha-maui-dream-weddings-kihei-hi-963933)

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elopement packages mauiWe, at Aloha Maui Dream Weddings, focus on weddings every day.  That’s all we do.  Darci has personally planned more than 750 weddings… How many other Wedding Planners can say that and add that they still LOVE their careers?  Allow our expertise to help you have a have a hassle free planning experience. With our staff of professionals, you’re sure to rave about your wedding day back home.  We even have the Maui Imagineer on staff to help you coordinate romantic surprise gestures for your beloved. Enjoy incredible professional portraits, personalized ceremonies, customized music, tailored meals…

However we can help, we will.

Chat with us today and begin being excited for your Maui elopement wedding day!

91919 Maui Wedding

Looking for a 91919 Maui wedding location? Here it is!

There really is a gorgeous Maui wedding and reception venue available for September 19, 2019 but it won’t be available much longer. If numerology is your thing or if 9’s are lucky 9’s for you – elope to Maui and let us handle all your planning!

Look at our reviews… We won’t disappoint you!

ALOHA MAUI DREAM WEDDINGS REVIEWS

91919 Maui Wedding

91919 maui wedding elopementWe’ve got a beautiful venue ready for you because of a last minute cancellation! We’re looking for a couple that’s ready for a wonderful ceremony and exquisite reception dinner afterward. One couples’ disappointment can be your good fortune.

What you can expect from us? A professional team full of smiles and hospitality, eager to make your experience perfect!

We have one of the most sought after Maui wedding venues ready for the perfect couple. This is one of the last Maui Wedding venues available for 9/19/19 and it’s affordable! What didn’t work out for another couple is your lucky steal!

91919 maui wedding venuePlease read our reviews. We truly love Maui wedding planning. Get married with a picturesque backdrop of the Pacific Ocean and 2 islands… just minutes from incredible resorts!

Walk down the aisle toward a Pacific Ocean backdrop, surrounded by friends and family. Enter to the sounds of a harp, an ukulele, Tahitian drummers or a guitar. We design your ceremony to be everything you’ve dreamed.

Enjoy your reception dinner afterward under a starlit sky next to a beautiful pond with tropical plants and flowers… A 3 course meal designed by an award winning chef and selected by you.

What could be more perfect than a special night with your family and friends?

Only 1 lucky couple can take this spot.

Maui Wedding VenueThis last minute cancellation could be your dream come true… One last chance for a 9-19-19 Maui wedding and reception.

Will it be yours?

Email us at info@AlohaMauiDreamWeddings.com

 

Eloping in Maui

maui elopingEloping in Maui can be a beautiful decision! Welcome to the first day of the rest of your lives… please allow us to help make it stress-free and exciting.

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From the rolling beaches with soft sand, the grassy knolls overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the beautiful aqua-blue morning water or bright or colorful sunsets… booking your abroad wedding package will be easy with us! We understand your country’s apostles as well as the individual US state requirements for changing your name and completing your marriage license application.

Eloping in Maui can be the most romantic event of your lives!  TripAdvisor ranked Maui as the Number ONE Island in the World for 2016.  This works for you and against you when it comes to planning a destination wedding here.

elope MauiFor You…

There are constantly great airfare opportunities and hotel discounts as there is more interest than ever in coming to Maui. Aloha Maui Dream Weddings also has Maui-specialized Travel Assistance available at no charge to you and your guests.

Against…

The beaches are more crowded and attempting to have that romantic, intimate wedding on the beach now requires that you use a Wedding Planner with experience and keen knowledge of the current state of things.

In the past you could walk down to any beach and have your ceremony. Now it takes careful planning to ensure that you have selected the right beach for the ambiance you desire.

That’s where our knowledgeable Team comes in!

Eloping in Maui.. What to do next

Kuya wedding minister mauiSo you’ve decided that eloping in Maui is right for you. Eloping in MauiWe’re sure you are filled with questions. We offer Live Chat, Email, Text and Phone Support 7 days/week because your questions might not always come up at such convenient times to pick up the phone.

Our Team works on weddings full time, every day. Whether you’re traveling from near or far, whether you’re coming alone or with your friends and family… eloping in Maui can be a hassle-free dream with the right help.

Contact us and let us help you with all the special details. We have Travel Agents, Wedding Designers, Nanny Services, Concierge Services, Translators, Interpreters, WIFI Rentals, International  Marriage License Experts, Imagineer for Romance, and full time Wedding Planners available to you.

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Eloping in Maui Stories…

Eloping in MauiEach of these stories have one thing in common – hassle-free planning with an incredible wedding day. Won’t you be next? (Click on images to enlarge them)

 

Eloping in Maui from Scotland…
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Darci, wow where to start?! Darci is the most caring, attentive and most organised person ever! Words cannot express our gratitude for Darci, Penny and everyone that helped make our day so special. It really was the perfect day and it’s all because of them. eloping in Maui

Darci really is a top notch wedding planner and we were incredibly lucky to have found her! Darci’s attention to detail is second to none along with her organisational skills, she really did take the stress out of our day. Thank you so much and we cannot wait to come back!

 

Eloping in Maui from the Manchester…
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Meet Garry and Elaine from the UK. They were high school sweethearts that decided after 4 years together that they were too young to pursue such a serious relationship and sadly parted ways… maui elopement

That was back in 1981…

In 2012, they “bumped into each other”… and the spark was just as strong as it was 31 years prior.

It was in the Rock Club that amazing night that both their lives made a drastic and romantic turn. maui elopement

Garry says it was like a dream… then he found Aloha Maui Dream Weddings and he said his dream was complete. He had his wife, the beach, and the dream of a lifetime.

 

Eloping in Maui from Tennessee…

eloping on mauiMeet Yelanda & Montell. eloping on maui

This couple warmed our hearts and became instant Ohana! With her gorgeous gown and his matching suit they were the Belles of the Ball! What a gorgeous wedding they had!

Celebrating her first flight across the ocean, Yelanda had one amazing adventure after another. eloping on mauiAt one point, a rogue wave came up the beach and she and Montell ran for higher ground. The laughter than ensued made us all feel blessed and connected like an instant family.

 

Eloping in Maui from New Zealand…

Eloping in Maui

Meet Gaynor and Keri. Culture and tradition mean a lot to this amazing couple. From his traditional Maori Groom’s Sarong to their blessed accessories, they were able to bring a piece of New Zealand to the beaches of Maui.

Eloping in Maui

On their special day in Maui, they celebrated 29 years together! Keri says that Gaynor is a Maori woman with mana of her tupuna.  We asked them for their advice on exactly how to have a lifetime of happiness with the other?  “Hold steadfast to the love we have for one another especially in times of sadness, hurt, and pain.”

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Having a native Hawaiian of Maui to marry them helped them to feel the connection to each other and the land during their ceremony. It didn’t hurt to have the most amazing sunset that evening either…

We wish you a lifetime of new adventures and happiness!

 

Eloping in Maui from Australia…

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Meet Carissa and Julie and their amazing family. They’re living proof of what dedication, compassion, love and laughter can bring to any family. The respect and admiration shown by these children only exemplifies the love they all share for each other. They returned to Australia and had a large, traditional ceremony afterward.

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This family can create adventure anywhere they go and we’re very happy they chose Maui to start this next adventurous chapter! They requested a more private beach on Maui and with a little hiking we were happy to oblige.  We typically would have recommended this area for a morning wedding, but these gals wanted to push the envelope, and in return we were blessed with the run of the beach and an amazing sunset!

Eloping in Maui from Singapore…

Eloping in Maui

Once upon a time, two women had a dream of spending a lifetime together.Eloping in Maui Their Country doesn’t recognize them legally yet, but they wanted to make that romantic, heart-pounding, butterflies-in-the-stomach promise of commitment to each other. Here on Maui we recognize their desire and created a magical ceremony in a virtually private environment.

Eloping in Maui

Working with the couple across the miles, we wrote a personalized ceremony and created an intimate wedding day. We provided them with privacy on the beach and the religious aspects that were so important to them. When we met the couple in person, we all became instant friends. They invited our team to visit them in Singapore and we hope they’ll visit with all of us when they return for their anniversary.

Eloping in Maui from Innsbruck…

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Meet Markus and Gerhardt from Innsbruck. Their laughter will warm your heart and instantly draw you to them. eloping in mauiAfter 10 years together, they gathered their traveling friends and decided to tie the knot by eloping in Maui.

10 years later…

eloping in maui

The chose to add Hawaiian cultural traditions into their ceremony and to include all of their guests in a lei exchange. They say the secret to a long lasting relationship is to respect each other and always to forgive. From Austria to Maui they trekked to elope in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Mahalo!

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We hope that we’ve encouraged you to consider eloping in Maui.  If we have, please click the LIVE CHAT Button in the lower right corner of your screen, or email us below. Congratulations on your engagement and we wish you all a lifetime of love and adventure! We offer VIBER and WHATSAPP for free international text and phone calls.

info@AlohaMauiDreamWeddings.com

text or VIBER (808) 280-1551

Maui Elopement – Made Easy

Considering a Maui Elopement? Congratulations on your engagement! Sometimes running away somewhere beautiful to celebrate your love privately is exactly what you need. We understand! We did it too, many many moons ago!

FYI… October through December is the perfect season to elope in Maui!  The weather is cooler, the whales are playing along the same beach you’ll be married on, the kids aren’t out of school yet… why not grab some of that discount airfare that the new Southwest to Maui route is creating and come over for a Maui Elopement? We have Travel Agents as well as Concierge Services… Let us help you marry your best friend! We’re experts on Maui elopement and we’re here to make it easy for you. Please read our reviews!

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Planning our Maui elopement made us realize that there is a need for a company that handles every detail for you, that provides a personal planner available when you need her, that the experience should be easy! We personalize your Maui elopement – not just the ceremony but the entire experience. From beginning to end you have an  On-Call Wedding Planner to answer all of your Maui elopement and Maui holiday questions.

Thinking of a Vow Renewal? Maui is the place to do it! How can you go wrong but to declare your unending love with the beautiful Pacific Ocean as a backdrop?

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elope on mauiYou are about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. We are experts in this area – we have fantastic Maui Elopement Packages for you and can help with every part of your Maui adventure. We’ve worked with more than 800 couples to create their unique dream day and we can’t wait to work with you!

Maui Elopement – Questions to ask yourself

Maui ElopementThe first question you really need to answer is, “Are you truly okay being married away from family and friends?” Is there anyone that will not be there that you will regret later? Can you celebrate with everyone back home after your Maui elopement?

If you are confident in your decision to have a Maui elopement, then you are ready to begin your adventure. The package listed below has that perfect balance of intimacy, personalized ceremony, elegant flowers and the edited images for you to share with your loved ones when you return home!

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  1. Maui ElopementWork with a team that is experienced in destination weddings so you can be confident that everything is being handled. Confirm that the company is even on Maui by asking up front. You want a Coordinator that will guide you through every step so you can continue your daily life without interruption. Do you feel confident and comfortable with the person you speak with when you book? We are centrally located near Wailea and use our business connections to save you money and provide the best possible locations – from private beaches to private dinners afterward. We’ve won Best of Consumer Services 2 years running and Couples’ Choice Awards Worldwide 3 years running.
  2. Maui ElopementDecide how important photography and videography are to you. Will you use these pictures during a reception back home afterward? Will you want to create an art wall piece on canvas or metal later? Do you want to tell the whole story – from Getting Ready to Trashing the Dress? These decisions will drive your price and your decision of which company to trust. Pictures on a website sometimes are just that – website images that may not reflect the work of the photographer they may assign to you. Ask! Our packages predominantly use Internationally acclaimed, Award Winning Photographer,  Penny Palmer Photography Team, rated 5 stars more than 100 times.
  3. Maui ElopementSelect a package that allows you to add on the components that will make your wedding special and unique to you. Don’t settle for a ceremony that won’t be personalized or a package that won’t let you modify. This is YOUR special day and even though it is a Maui elopement, you do not need to sacrifice any of your dream wedding moments.  Our ministers personalize every ceremony and our packages and add-ons are designed to  guide you. After all, this is our chosen field and we don’t expect you to be an expert. We also understand that you have a life that needs to be attended to – let us worry about everything here on Maui for you.

Our most popular Maui Elopement Package:

“Plumeria17” Beach Wedding Package on Maui, $895

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  • Coordination of your special Maui Wedding
  • Maui Wedding Concierge Services
  • State of Hawaii Licensed Minister
  • Personalized Hawaiian Ceremony
  • Conch Shell Blow
  • Unity Sand Sculpture Ceremony, Keepsake Vessel
  • Commemorative Wedding Certificate
  • 2 Fresh Tropical Wedding Leis
  • Celebratory Toast on the Beach
  • Beach Permit and State Mandated Liability Insurance
  • Assistance with Marriage License Appointment, Available Add-ons
  • Professional Photography up to 1 hour, ceremony candid coverage & posed portraits after ceremony
  • Full online gallery of all images (edited)
  • Photos Delivered: 20 high resolution digital images of clients’ choosing
  • Deposit required – $450
  • Add HD Video, limo service or private dining to this package easily

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“Maui Elopement Add-Ons”

Maui Elopement

That moment when you realize you’re married…

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Wedding Venues

How to select from the vast number of  wedding venues for your destination wedding?  Maui is always a safe bet…

Maui wedding venuesThe Hawaiian Islands lay like jewels scattered on blue velvet cloth. Each one unique. Each one with a story. Why Maui for your wedding? Let’s start with the legends behind this island.

Maui was one of the demigods of Hawaiian folklore. The story of Maui is a story of strength, character, and one that in mythology at least, brings the other islands to life. As told, Maui pulled the other Hawaiian Islands from the bottom of the sea using a huge hook just to prove to his brothers that he was a great fisherman. When his mother complained that the days were neither long enough or warm enough, he lassoed the sun to keep it from moving so fast across the skies, created the incredibly long warm days.

Maui wedding venueHe even used his strength to lift the skies higher away from the tree tops and the high mountains creating the magnificent ocean views that surround this island. Without Maui there would be no Hawaii – and without Hawaii there would be no way to know what paradise truly is. Maui has matured into a welcoming and inviting island, with one foot in the new world and one foot that still trusts the demigod that it is named after to hold up that big blue sky.

Olowalu plantation houseDid you know that Maui has 30 miles of red, white, and black sand beaches – a total of 80 beaches overall and more beaches than any other Hawaiian Island. The largest banyan tree in the world resides on Maui. It was planted in 1873, just 8 feet tall and has since grown to inhabit almost a full acre. And SIXTEEN TIMES Conde Nast Travel magazine has voted Maui the ‘Best Island in the World’. That is quite a distinction.

If you are still not sure that Maui is the island for your destination wedding, then let us introduce you to some of our favorite Maui Wedding Venues.

South Maui Wedding Venue

Maui wedding venue viewJust off the ocean coast lies a beautiful Maui wedding venue with picturesque views of Makena Hill, Kohalawe and Molokini. You can see for miles in all directions as you share a breathtaking wedding followed by a romantic or energetic twilight cocktail hour and formally served dinner. End the evening with a DJ and dance the night away or choose to relax on white leather couches to the Hawaiian sounds of talented local musicians under the twinkling tropical stars. This venue offers the opportunity to enjoy wedding pictures with tropical flowers, lush green lawns, ponds and beaches.

Whether your ceremony is held under the glowing Hawaiian sun or under the swaying coconut palms, any of the South Maui Wedding Venues will be an excellent choices for your special celebration.

South Maui Resort Weddings

Fairmont KeLani ResortWe work with local resorts to use their properties for gorgeous beachside weddings and receptions either under the stars or in grand ballrooms.

Dance the night away with one of our amazing Hula Dance Troupes, talented bands or creative DJs!

Fairmonth Beach“Come with me
while the moon is on the sea
The night is young and so are we
Dreams come true in Blue Hawaii
And mine could all come true
This magic night of nights with you.”
Leo Robin

 

Olowalu Wedding Venues

Olowalu Plantation HouseOld world sugar plantation meets new world elegance. This location is truly stunning. Private and lush with green, Olowalu is the perfect location for large or small weddings. The interiors of this former plantation home are comfortable and luxurious, inviting and stylish. When you step out the door to the covered deck and follow the path to the large brick patio, your eyes are Immediately drawn the blueness of the ocean – and you will have a hard time telling where sky meets water.

Olowalu weddingThe lawn is spacious enough to hold tables and tents, the house offers furnished rooms for bridal preparations, and the beach is easily accessible. With the addition of their newest Olowalu Wedding Venue, the design and ambiance possibilities is endless. Be surrounded by coconut trees along the beautiful Pacific Island. The feeling at Olowalu Plantation House is a welcoming one, open armed to embrace you and your loved ones on your wedding day.

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I’ll weave a lei of stars for you
To wear on nights like this
Each time you wear my lei of stars
I’ll greet you with a kiss

The moon is green with jealousy

And all the planets too

And when you wear my lei of stars

The fairest one is you

R. Alex Anderson & Jack Owens

 

SBE Wedding Venues

Sugar Beach EventsSugar Beach Events offers amazing wedding packages for groups of all sizes. This venue was constructed just for events like weddings and is completely ready to host all aspects of your big day or night. Hale O Aloha (in Hawaiian – the House of Aloha) is exactly that! Beautifully laid out to serve you and your guests, Sugar Beach was designed to incorporate natural Hawaiian elements and culture. A grand ballroom for your reception, gorgeous suites for getting ready, scrumptious food for even the most particular palettes, and of course the white sand beach and ocean views! On site catering, parking, and all the conveniences your guests will need can be found at Sugar Beach Events.

I kēia lā au e mare i ka mea aʻu i aloha, a me ka lani, e maliu oluolu
(Today I will marry the one I love and the sky will smile)

Punakea Farms Wedding Venues

Punakea Farms wedding venuesPunakea FarmsPunakea Farms offers a breathtaking coastal view across the Launiupoko portion of Maui Island. From its strategic use of hidden catering areas to the built in classic rustic dance area, you’ll find many amenities are already supplied by the property management. This allows you the opportunity to focus your budget on the esthetics and culinary delights that will keep your guests talking about your wedding for years to come!

West Maui Wedding Venues

Maui wedding venueWest Maui Offers a few lovely choices…

Maui wedding venueMerriman’s offers  a beautiful cliffside wedding space adjacent to a beautiful outdoor dining gazebo.

The Steeple House offers both indoor and outdoor options – choose to marry in the quaint one room church and celebrate your reception just outside on the lawn…

PacificoPacific’O is another lovely venue. Located right on the water, a full buyout would provide a gorgeous beach wedding and incredible food to follow! Lawn area available for arches and chairs too!

 

ALL of these options offer the chance to have wedding photography on property as well as on the beach.

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Luxurious Maui Private Estates

Maui luxury estateSometimes it’s nice to enjoy the ceremony and reception right there at home. Rent one of these beautiful luxury estates and enjoy a relaxing few days for the price of a venue rental.

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Maui luxury estateHigh end caterers are hired to create mouth-watering cuisine. Our staff takes special care to ensure your rental is treated with respect, cleaned up and returned to its original state before leaving you to enjoy the res of your stay.

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Interested in something a bit different?

We can also create weddings…

  • in the rainforest
  • under the waterfalls
  • up on our volcano
  • in the beautiful lush forests adjacent to the ocean
  • Upcountry at the Hui in Mokawao
  • Kula Botanical Gardens
  • out on the beautiful Pacific Ocean on a sailboat or private catamaran

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Looking for an affordable way to have that beach wedding of your dreams? Wanting to celebrate with all your friends and family and cut your venue fees in half?

Maui wedding venueEnjoy a public beachside wedding complete with chairs, arches, tents, catering and music…

MHCCelebrate in one of Wailea’s hidden gems – bring in the very best catering and dance the evening away! Have a rain backup plan that doesn’t break the bank!

 

Kukahiko Estate Maui Wedding Venue

Kukahiko EstateSouth Maui properties gracefully meander their way to the edge of the ocean through the shaded boughs of aged trees. Located on the southern Makena coasts of the island, these properties combine the Ohana feel of old Hawaii with the conveniences of a modern Maui. A commercial kitchen, restrooms as well as changing rooms make hosting your wedding and reception an all-inclusive event with no need to move your wedding party from one location to another.

Aloha Maui Dream Weddings would be honored to help you plan your wedding.
We invite you to come to this beautiful jewel called Maui and feel the aloha spirit of this island.


This is where we still hold up the sky and lasso the sun.

Makou hoʻokipa ‘oe i Maui
(We welcome you to Maui)

Intimate Maui Wedding Venue

The very best Maui Wedding Venue… for every budget

Kukahiko Estate weddingSmall, intimate but oh so very memorable….

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What is on your wish list for your special day? Gone are the days of having to invite everyone you’ve ever met! Nowadays your special day is all about you and the love of your life with those friends and family close enough to drop everything for your special event.

Most people don’t have a list of invitees that necessitates a massive reception venue and so what to do if your guest list consists of only a few close friends and family but more than the intimate beach wedding concept?

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Maui wedding venuesThe idea of a destination wedding at a Maui wedding venue is becoming not only extremely appealing, but quite often more cost effective than a “traditional” wedding . Just imagine how thrilled your guests will be to combine your magical day with a tropical island vacation? Not only will you and your other half never forget your wedding day but also those guests lucky enough to be with you will also hold your day forever in their treasured memories.

 

maui wedding beachThere are many places in the world that have experts that can create a destination wedding experience… places where you can put your wish list in someone else’s capable hands and just show up on that special day ready to be pampered. For my money though the places that top the list are places with sun, sand and sea. There is nothing like standing in paradise gazing at your love with the sun on your back and the sound of the ocean in your ears.

 

Maui Wedding VenuesSo what destination do you choose?

A place that would suit most any couple (and their guests) is Hawaii. And the pick of places in Hawaii is the wonderful island paradise of Maui. Maui is close enough from wherever in the world you’re traveling from, the weather is near perfect all year round and there are a couple wonderful venues to hold our special dream event.

In fact, choose Maui and a wedding planner like Aloha Maui Dream Weddings and there will really not be a lot more for you to worry about apart from what to pack in your suitcase.

Maui wedding venue viewSugar Beach EventsWe can guide you toward the most perfect Maui wedding venue for your dream day – we’ll take care of all the details so that your day will be absolutely perfect and stress free.

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Your options for a wedding that might cater for perhaps around 25-50 guests, vary from

  • a beach ceremony and reception
  • a chapel followed by a more traditional ‘reception’
  • a garden wedding and an elegant hotel reception
  • a private or semi-private venue wedding & reception all-in-one

Speak to the delightful team at AMDW, explain your dream and let them make it not only come true, but more memorable than you had ever hoped.

Deciding which Maui Wedding Venue is right for you…

Maui wedding venueAnd if your vision is not quite “clear” they will help you find focus. They’ve done it all before and will listen and suggest what might work for you. They are tireless in finding perfection and can even help you understand your thoughts without you having to speak them. Put your trust and your dreams in their hands, you’ll be so glad you did. Of course if you know exactly what you want that’s great too, they will make sure that what you see in your mind translates into real life.

 

Maui wedding venueI can’t think of anything more elegant than pledging your life to your beloved’s and then strolling hand in hand into a flower and candle filled reception joined by only your closest family and friends. As the sun sets on your perfect day you will be over the moon that you chose Maui to start your married life together and I promise you, your guests will never forget your special day.

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married in mauiI also promise that Maui will from henceforth be your favorite island in all the world – it is mine!

… submitted by Kellie J, former bride of Aloha Maui Dream Weddings

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There is such a magical place where the property gracefully meanders its way to the edge of the ocean through the shaded boughs of aged trees. One such property is located on the western  coast of the island. Experience the combined luxury feel of old Hawaii with the conveniences of a modern Maui. A commercial kitchen, restrooms as well as changing rooms make hosting your wedding and reception an all-inclusive event with no need to move your wedding party from one location to another. Soft green lawns and swaying trees are inviting to your guests along with warm ocean breezes.

Wanting a Maui wedding venue with a more intimate feel? Enjoy beautiful island views from atop a hillside or set back with all the amenities of a larger venue but with a more personal feel. Serving staff waiting on your every need and your guests being entertained all night long. You won’t miss out on those romantic, sunset beach pictures either because beautiful beaches are within minutes.

Remarkable Maui sunsets combine to make your wedding day or night a truly memorable occasion. Whether your ceremony is held under the glowing Hawaiian sun or the twinkling tropical stars, Maui is an excellent choice for your wedding event.

Dreaming of Eloping on Maui

Dreaming of eloping on Maui (and ticking off some bucket list additions)?

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eloping on mauiThere is a reason the Hawaiian people say “Maui No Ka Oi!” (Maui is the Best!).  It’s because it just is! It’s the reason why Oprah and many other highly visible individuals choose Maui as the place to escape to paradise. It’s the reason once you visit, you will forever long to return. The spirit of Aloha will remain in your heart long after your feet are back on home soil and will never quite leave you.

What better idea than eloping on Maui…

2016 vow renewalThe term ‘bucket list’ became popular a few years back and there’s a reason we should all make one.

Not only in the way that you need to tick off items before you shuffle off this mortal coil, but in the way of making lasting memories that will make your heart sing every time you remember them. Romance, love, incredible sights, sounds and smells… that timeless elegance of gorgeous sand and gentle waves… Eloping on Maui is the chance of a lifetime to say “I do” in the purest beauty of the Pacific  Ocean…  experience the wonder that delights so many already!

Eloping on Maui and Making Memories

Life is about making memories, not ‘who dies with the most toys wins’.  Go make a bunch of them!

Maui offers much for the ‘ticker of the bucket list’:

… from lazing on a pristine beach
… to peeking into the lives of some amazing sea life
… to thrill-seeking activities to wake up that adrenaline
… to the most stunning drive that you will see in many-a-lifetime.

Things to do in Maui 2016Spend a day on the Road to Hana. Whether you chose to rent the car of your dreams and drive yourself or if you feel your eyes will be too busy taking in all the gorgeousness to stay affixed on the road and you elect to take a guided tour. Whichever way you choose to see it, do! There are more waterfalls than you’ve imagined on one drive and each curve of the road will uncover another lush ‘wow’ moment.

Whatever else is on your list, be sure to include checking out our amazing waterfalls.

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elopement packages mauiGo whale watching if you’re here in the winter!  Humpback whales make Maui their regular home and seeing these gentle giants is a once in a lifetime treat. Their smaller pals, the dolphins, also like to show themselves for your viewing pleasure and I know that watching these crazy clowns frolic definitely ticked off one of my list inclusions.

Likewise, Maui’s beautiful turtles, though not as large, are just as majestic and swimming with these beauties will fill your soul with a sense of calm. Check out a cleaning station or the turtle highway. Float on the surface and watch them feed or play.

Even just swimming through the warm clear waters without the company of any sea creatures is still one of the most delightful things to do. The clouds above reflecting on the surf… breathtaking.

maui vow renewal 2016If getting your heart pumping is more your style, then why not book yourself in for a zipline adventure. Maui offers choices from the kid friendly to soaring 90 ft above a canyon. It’s most definitely a different way to see this beautiful land and though it’s not on my list, for many of you it will be right up there (no pun intended!)

But maybe just slipping that ring on your wife’s finger and declaring your undying love will be adventure enough.

inclsive wedding packagesMake sure you take advantage of one of the many luaus available – please be sure to ask us which ones are worth the money so you’re not disappointed.

You will truly feel like you’ve experienced the Maui hospitality and become Ohana (family.) You will enjoy a beautiful meal whilst being entertained and leave feeling you have experienced the true Hawaii. If time is short for your elopement on Maui, we can bring the luau to you at your ceremony!

Your elopement on Maui is very special. It’s an opportunity to proclaim your love to one another and share new adventures for the first time. Our team can answer all your holiday questions – from planning the perfect personalized ceremony to selecting the best adventures to commemorate your holiday.

Molokai islandsAfter you’ve had your fill of Maui (and perhaps that moment won’t ever come,) it’s just a quick flight to visit some of Hawaii’s other attractions, such as the Pearl Harbor monument on Oahu or an active volcano on the Big Island. It’s flowing right now for the first time in ages and is a gorgeous site at sunset or sunrise.

After your morning elopement on Maui, take a helicopter ride over to Molokai and view incredible cliff walls, waterfalls and land untouched by technology. Buy the video and share with all your friends!

Mau Wedding AlbumSo make your list, grab your partner and get your flights and accommodations. Our travel agents can help with every detail for no charge to you.

Go make Maui your new favorite place. Begin your life’s adventure on one of the most romantic, beautiful Hawaiian islands… What’s better than eloping on Maui – book your package now and open the next chapter of your book.

That’s what I call making memories – you’ll come back with a heart full as well as a new husband or wife! All without the stress of a a big wedding planning. Eloping on Maui – We’ll make it easy for you. Just read about us here!