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A Hawaii Beach Wedding Story

Sandy Beach Oahu

There are many options for a Hawaii Beach Wedding and several different islands to consider. One never knows what to expect or how to prepare when planning for a Beach Wedding on the island of Oahu. During the summer months Oahu picks up large swells generated from storms in the Southern Hemisphere. What could possibly be better than a small intimate beach wedding in Hawaii, right? Well what about a beach wedding with beautiful weather and high surf dancing off the sands for creating some fun and gorgeous photos? One couple decided to choose Sandy Beach for their Oahu wedding and it turned out to be the perfect spot.

Adam & Megan’s Hawaii Beach Wedding

With a wedding date set for July, everything was absolutely wonderful; with blue seas, bright sands, and amazing family to celebrate with them, Adam and Megan were ready to celebrate one of the most important days of their lives! The sun’s rays illuminated the warmth and happiness radiating from the newly married couple. In fact, not only was the sun perfect, but one of the most exciting elements of the wedding had to do with the big surf breaking offshore.

For Adam and Megan, their beach wedding in Hawaii just happened to fall on the same day as the arrival as the largest swell of the year! How exciting is that?! For the most part the breaking waves never posed a big threat. But they sure did make this couple just a little wet when a big set washed through.

Wedding Photo Shoot

There is no doubt that anyone could be happy with such an outcome for their perfect day, and we can confidently say Adam and Megan felt that way when they saw the results of their wedding. Choosing Sandy Beach for their Oahu wedding venue turned out to be the perfect spot. From Megan’s beautiful bouquet complete with red ribbon, to Adam’s awesome Hawaiian patterned shirt and straw hat, the details totally complimented the laid back and romantic feel of the simple Hawaii wedding ceremony. Megan even had lace detailing in the shape of shells on her dress!

Not only were the wedding photos breathtaking, but they’ll have an amazing story to highlight their already wonderful day. Whether they ride the waves or enjoy the sun, this couple is truly in for the journey of a lifetime. And remember…be sure to consider sandals instead of shoes when going to Sandy Beach!

Beach Wedding Venue: Sandy Beach

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Big swell at Sandy Beach

Sunset colors

Tropical Bouquet of Red Ginger, Birds of Paradise, and Heleconias

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Oahu Wedding Venues | Waimanalo Bay

Oahu’s Favorite East Side Beach

Waimanalo Bay Beach is without a doubt one of the top Oahu beach wedding venues. It should also be noted that back in 2015 it was voted the #1 beach in the USA. This beach is the longest stretch of white sand beach on Oahu, at about 3 miles. This beach is also a favorite choice for many couples desiring a totally natural beach setting for their Oahu beach wedding venue. The beach is a totally wide open area with only a few homes nearby. It’s located at 41-1062 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Waimanalo, HI 96795. Also, it is part of the State Recreation Area where people come to camp on the weekends and holiday. Hands down Oahu beach location is an easy choice when planning a beach wedding in Hawaii. Weekdays are always best because there are so few people at the beach.

Sherwoods Beach

Rarely visited by tourists, this beach is an uncrowded and uncommercialized tropical beach setting. The turquoise blue ocean, white sand, and majestic mountain range in the background is simply stunning. Additionally, there’s the wooded area known as Sherwoods. It adds a nice contrast to the beach and ocean with it’s many Ironwood trees creating a forest.

For fantastic, stunning beach wedding photography, look no more. Our Oahu wedding photographers are top notch professionals and will make your wedding photo session fun and memorable. Capturing those joyful, fun, and romantic moments between you and the one you love is the goal.

Waimanalo Bay State Recreation Area is a 45 minute drive from Waikiki. Located on the southeast countryside of Oahu, the drive is beautiful. You will pass Koko Head Crater, Hanauma Bay, Blow Hole, Sandy Beach, Makapuu Lookout, and Sea Life Park. As soon as you make your way past Makapu’u the full view of the huge bay comes into view and that’s when you start to get really excited for what’s about to happen.

You’re about take off on a lifetime together. Choosing this beach venue is a great idea for one of the top beach wedding venues on Oahu.

Majestic cliffs of Makapuu in the background

Sharing a special moment with good friends

Waimanalo Bay

Sharing a laugh by Sherwoods Beach

Hawaii Wedding Photographer: Michelle Scotti

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How to Get Married in Hawaii

Getting married in Hawaii

How to Get Married in Hawaii: A simple process

Knowing how to get married in Hawaii it is a fairly simple and straight forward process. Whether it’s your first time to get married or second, to obtain a legal marriage license with the State of Hawaii is easy and stress free. It’s also made quite simple, just start the process by filling out an application online with the State Of Hawaii, Department of Health.

Follow these steps:

1) Fill out the Hawaii Online Marriage License Application

Begin by filling out a marriage license worksheet within one year of your wedding date. Pay $65 to the State of Hawaii. Keep in mind, your application is good for one full year from the date you submit it online. So, to begin the application, you will need to apply online with the State of Hawaii Dept of Health Marriage License Office.

2) Meet a License Agent

Then, the next step to get married in Hawaii, you have to meet with a Licensing Agent. No appointment is necessary, just show up during normal business hours. Location: State of Hawaii Department of Health Marriage License Office, 1250 Punchbowl St. Honolulu. Bride and Groom need to be present and have photo identification like a passport or driver license. Hours of Operation are 8:00am-3:30pm Monday thru Friday. Perhaps time is short or you need to meet with a marriage license agent on the weekend or after normal business hours. Then, please contact the License Office at 808-586-4544 to schedule a meeting at a different location. For couples planning to stay on the North Shore of Oahu call this number: 808-293-6020. For couples at Ko’olina Resort, call 808-679-3270.

3) Sign your name on the Marriage License!

So, on your wedding day, before leaving your hotel, don’t forget to bring your Marriage License Worksheet (and your wedding rings too!) with you to your ceremony. You both will have to sign it together with your wedding officiant. The officiant will take it after the ceremony and efile it later that day online. Once your license is filed, thats it! If you need a copy of your license soon, you can receive a temporary copy from the State of Hawaii online. Just remember your license locator ID number. If in Hawaii for any length of time, just go back to the License Office and pick up it up. Or, wait 4-6 weeks to receive it by US Postal Service. For specific questions, call 808-586-4544.

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Hawaii Elopement

Hawaii Elopement: What a great idea!

Finding the right Hawaii Elopement Packages has never been easier. You’ll find there are many package deals out there. Hawaii is the perfect romantic getaway location for an elopement wedding for two. The Island of Oahu affords some the most picturesque natural beauty found anywhere in the world. So, book your trip to paradise today! It’s close enough to home but far away enough to know you are in an enchanting land. Not to mention you won’t have to travel anywhere else once your wedding is complete! You can have your wedding ceremony and honeymoon at the same place. In this age of information, the internet has made it easy and stress free to plan. Hawaii affords some the most picturesque natural beauty found anywhere in the world.

Find the right Hawaii Elopement Package

The cost for hotel stays and airfare to Hawaii adds up quickly. That’s why a Hawaii Elopement Package will help you stick to your budget for your wedding in Hawaii. There are simple elopement packages as well as more extravagant ones. It all depends on just what you want and what is within your budget. But for the best wedding package value, definitely consider one that includes professional photography. Getting good, professional photos of your special day will make for a lifetime memory.

There are many easy to get to beach wedding locations as well as tropical parks and gardens. Avoid the high cost of a big wedding and start planning your dream Hawaii elopement wedding. What makes Hawaii a great location for a destination wedding is that you can have your honeymoon on Oahu or any of the other Hawaiian islands. Is there a more romantic place to start your new life together than this tropical paradise? Book your affordable package and come stick your feet in the warm Hawaiian sand. Paradise waits!

Elopement in Hawaii

Eloping at Waimanalo Bay

Sunset Wedding on North Shore of Oahu

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Bridal Haku Lei Floral Crown

Bridal Haku Lei

Bridal Haku Lei Floral Crown

Having a wedding in Hawaii and choosing to wear a Bridal Haku Lei Floral Crown goes hand in hand. It will add some cultural tradition to wear a lei of this kind. Every bride dreams of feeling special, like a princess on their wedding day in Hawaii. This headpiece style of lei is worn for special occasions such as graduation ceremonies, or wedding ceremonies. The name refers to a style of lei-making where the flowers and green leaves are braided and face outward.

Most of these headpiece leis are made with white orchid flowers but also mix orchid colors too. They are easily fitted with a few pins and then tied in the back. This lei will definitely accentuate a bride’s beauty while feeling like royalty on the most important day of her life. In addition to the lei, adding Hawaiian music by a ukulele player that sings is so romantic. That’s why it would be a good idea to have a musician add live music at your wedding ceremony. The ukulele is unique to Hawaii. It is the regional instrument that makes the music of Hawaii so nice to hear during your wedding ceremony. To learn more, visit us and learn more about ordering a Hake Lei for your Wedding in Hawaii.

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MAKAPUU_BEACH_PARK Best Oahu Beach Wedding Locations

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Top 5 Wedding Venues Oahu

Oahu’s Top 5 Wedding Venues

One of the most common questions we get asked is: So, where are the top 5 wedding venues on Oahu? Well, with so many options, we’d like to help everyone out by narrowing things down a bit in this blog: Here are our Top 5 Beach Wedding Venues on Oahu.

1) Top Venue in Waikiki: Fort DeRussy Park

Located in Waikiki, Fort DeRussy beach park is a very convenient, hidden gem that is walking distance from most hotels. It also very colorful and romantic sunsets. Fort DeRussy Park is a beautiful park with tropical plants, different kinds of palm trees, and Hawaiian architecture. The park area is a perfect spot for easy to get to ceremonies, and the nearby beach is ideal photography and festivities.

oahu top 5 wedding venue Fort DeRussy Park

2) Top Venue in Town: Magic Island

Located in Honolulu, just outside of Waikiki, this Oahu beach wedding venue is a huge beach park. It is characterized by Hawaiian grasses, plants and palm trees. Magic Island is surrounded by a water backdrop frequented by sailboats, canoes, and surfers. The focal point of this top wedding venue is Diamond Head Mountain rising in the distance, an iconic symbol of Hawaii. Just minutes from Waikiki in Honolulu, the gorgeous sunsets make this southern Oahu location one of our favorite evening wedding venues.

3) Top Honolulu Beach: Waialae Beach in Kahala

4) Makapuu Beach on Oahu

Further along down along the southeast side, this Oahu Beach Wedding Venue is perfect for a small intimate wedding. It is defined by rugged beautiful mountains and cliffs surrounding the beach at this oceanfront cove venue. The unique shoreline has many small tide pools of lava rock. Because of this, it’s a popular site. Makapuu Lighthouse also has a small island just off the coast which makes for a spectacular and stunning backdrop. So, it’s just 30 minutes from Waikiki, definitely consider Makapuu.

5) Top East Side Beach: Waimanalo Bay, Oahu

So, we hope you enjoyed this “Best Of” list. So, if you like the photos, Please know that more than 100 professional wedding photos like these are part of our Islander Extra Plan. Click here to learn more information on our wedding packages. Also check here to learn more about the other Beach Wedding Venues On Oahu. Aloha~

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Blog Archives

Hawaii Beach Wedding

A Hawaii Beach Wedding Story

Sandy Beach Oahu

Adam & Megan’s Hawaii Beach Wedding

Wedding Photo Shoot

Oahu Wedding Venues | Waimanalo Bay

Oahu Wedding Venues | Waimanalo Bay

Oahu’s Favorite East Side Beach

Sherwoods Beach

How to Get Married in Hawaii

How to Get Married in Hawaii: A simple process

Follow these steps:

1) Fill out the Hawaii Online Marriage License Application

2) Meet a License Agent

3) Sign your name on the Marriage License!

Hawaii Elopement

Hawaii Elopement: What a great idea!

Find the right Hawaii Elopement Package

Bridal Haku Lei Floral Crown

Bridal Haku Lei Floral Crown

Top 5 Wedding Venues Oahu

Oahu’s Top 5 Wedding Venues

1) Top Venue in Waikiki: Fort DeRussy Park

2) Top Venue in Town: Magic Island

3) Top Honolulu Beach: Waialae Beach in Kahala

4) Makapuu Beach on Oahu

5) Top East Side Beach: Waimanalo Bay, Oahu

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