It's already established that Hawaii is a popular honeymoon destination. Hawaii honeymoons are dreamed of by many couples who think of warm weather and enjoying the outdoors under palm trees. Common activities during a Hawaii honeymoon include cruises, resort stays, and self-guided trips. It is a misconception that Hawaii weddings are prohibitively expensive; it's actually very common for couples to visit Hawaii to have their weddings, and cost-effective packages are available.



One need not be a celebrity or independently wealthy to consider a Maui wedding packages. There are plenty of choices, from the grand to the intimate, covering champagne dreams, caviar wishes, and your budget. The actual service might be available at a discount, as part of a Hawaii honeymoon vacation. Conversely, Hawaii weddings on the island could also be rather grand.

If your preference is for an intimate gathering rather than a large ceremony with many guests, it is easy to obtain a license. For residents of the US the process can take as little as twenty minutes if the applicants are single or divorced for at least six months. The license is good for a period of thirty days. It can be a little more difficult to obtain the services of an officiant for the ceremony, as they can sometimes be scheduled a year out, making it necessary to call in advance for their services.

Whatever religious denomination is your preference, you can find a minister of your choice to perform your wedding. Or, if you prefer a non-religious affiliated justice of the peace, Hawaii has those too. Depending on your preferences, the wedding party and attendees can dress in formal wear or something more casual. Regardless of the denomination of your wedding, it's a Hawaiian tradition for the bride and groom to exchange leis and a traditional Hawaiian prayer.

A travel agent, or a representative from a hotel or a Hawaii cruise line can make the process very easy. Many elements of Hawaii weddings can be costly, especially if a couple wants live music and expensive flowers such as hibiscus. A good agent knows the recommended time frame to book various parts of your experience and can keep you on track and on budget. A representative from a Hawaii resort or hotel will have access to some stock items that can make your planning more economical and easier as well.

The most unfortunate aspect of Hawaii weddings is the fact that your guests may have difficulty attending the wedding. Sometimes families will plan a Maui wedding package so that they can all experience the destination and the wedding. Those who are closest to the couple travel to Hawaii to be a part of the ceremony, and then let the couple go their happy way afterward. More often Hawaii weddings consist of a couple having an intimate ceremony on their own, and a celebration of the wedding upon return home.