I’m here to help you avoid any hiccups in the wedding planning experience by simply sharing the outline of a previous client’s destination wedding. Along the way, I’ll provide helpful links and of course LOTS of photos to showcase this gorgeous intimate ceremony on Shipwreck Beach on Kauai.
hiring a planner (flowers included)
These two chose to work with Kauai Island Weddings to reserve their officiant and event coordinator. They were very helpful in assisting with the planning process as well as making sure all permits and paperwork were readily available. They also provided flowers for the ceremony which was extremely helpful in creating a seamless experience.
Check out these flowers! Courtesy of Kauai Island Weddings
where to stay
Our whole crew stayed at Marriott’s Kaua‘i Beach Club, in Līhuʻe, Kaua‘i. Overall it was a very pleasant experience. We visited during the last week of March so it wasn’t a surprise that it rained frequently on various parts of the island. In the photo, you can see that there are 5 covered hot tubs surrounding the pool. Although we were bummed out about the rain we were still able to enjoy ourselves outside. There are numerous shops and restaurants in the vicinity of the hotel. If you stay here specifically, I highly recommend going to Duke’s and trying their Hula Pie – just be sure to bring a buddy to share it with…it’s huge.
Photo Credit: Marriott’s Kaua‘i Beach Club
scenic garden
One of the many advantages of staying at Marriott’s Kaua‘i Beach Club is the stunning garden landscapes. We opted to have their first look in the hotel’s main garden area, and the results were absolutely perfect. Additionally, we captured some lovely family photos by the pond, which allowed us to dedicate ample time for the bride and groom portraits during sunset.
A Thought to Consider
Remember, you don’t have to schedule your bride and groom portraits on the same day as your wedding. You can turn this photo session into an adventure. How about a scenic helicopter ride in your wedding attire or a picturesque waterfall hike? Hawaii’s breathtaking scenery deserves more than just one beach for your bridal photos!
endless ceremony locations
The perk of being on an island is that everywhere you go, it’s going to be gorgeous. There are SO many different beaches you can get married at in Kauai alone. I’ll link some of the most accessible ones below.
Photos from Shipwrecks Beach
Activity Inspo: Make the most of your adventure!
scenic helicopter tour
Add to the adventure with scenic helicopter tour overlooking the majestic Hawaiian islands.
waterfall hike & picnic
Add an afternoon of hiking to your itinerary. Wear your bridal attire or take it casual. Make it a date to remember with a scenic picnic!
tattoos
This link takes you to a local tattoo artist that is highly recommended by the couple featured in this blog! Kulture Tattoo Kollective
conclusion
No matter what your wedding ceremony + celebration may look like, make sure your day reflects YOU and has whatever or whoever it needs to make it memorable. Regardless of what anybody else says 😉
-Emma | @emmagrimesphoto
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