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Hawaii Honeymoon locations - Hawaii Destination Weddings Advanced Search Africa | Asia | Canada | Caribbean | Central America | Europe | Mexico | South America | South Pacific | United States Romantic Getaways, Destination Weddings and Honeymoon Locations Hawaii Honeymoon Destinations Hawaii Honeymoon | Mexico Honeymoon | Fiji Islands Hawaii Overview Climate & Temperatures in Hawaii Hawaii Weddings Activities and Things to See in Hawaii Hawaiian Islands Oahu Big Island Kauai Maui Lanai Molokai Search for a Hawaii Honeymoon & Wedding Destination Overview of Hawaii For that truly romantic honeymoon vacation or destination wedding, Hawaii - the Aloha State - welcomes and seduces visitors with its plumera-scented sea breezes, the grace and beauty of the hula, and the warm, tropical blue ocean waters. Mark Twain declared Hawaii to be 'the loveliest fleet of islands that lies anchored in any ocean', and not even thirty years of mass tourism have managed to prove him wrong. Hawaii is a destination that can be either relaxing or filled with physical activity. Lounge by the pool of a world-class resort drinking the local fruit drinks, or explore the many wonders of all the Hawaiian Islands. Snorkel in an ocean of total clarity. Put your face to the breeze on a charter sail. If a physical vacation is what you seek, the surfing, diving, windsurfing and hiking doesn't get any better than in Hawaii. Explore the many wonders of the Polynesian culture of Hawaii. Dance the hula and enjoy succulent Island fare at an authentic luau. Listen to the beautiful tradition Hawaiian music, while sipping Mai Tais under a palm tree. It's easy to get lost in this wonderful tropical paradise. Hawaii Currency : U.S. Dollars Hawaii Language : English, pidgin & Hawaiian Hawaii Nationality: : 32% mixed ethnicity, 22% Caucasian, 22% Japanese, 12% Filipino, 5% Chinese, 1% Hawaiian Climate in Hawaii Average temperatures in Hawaii differ very little from winter to summer. Monthly average temperatures range from a high of 87.1 Fahrenheit and lows of 65.3 Fahrenheit. June through October is the hottest period, while rainfall is heaviest between December and March - neither extreme is worth worrying over. Hotel prices in Hawaii are lowest between April and mid-December. Weddings in Hawaii In Hawaii, romance is the very essence of life. From the sweet scents of night-blooming jasmine, to breath-taking sunsets, Hawaii is a perfect destination for your wedding and/or honeymoon vacation. Hawaii is world renown to be the number one destination for lovers. Weddings in Hawaii are frequently held outdoors on the beach, in a tropical garden, or even on a boat sailing off into the sunset. All the beaches in Hawaii are public, and both beaches and public parks are free to use for wedding ceremonies. However, don't expect to have a popular spot all to yourself. Most beaches and parks in Hawaii are not secluded and private. Hawaii has a wide range of musical styles and instruments. The slack key (a regional guitar style), the ukulele and steel guitar are popular musical instruments. The popular "Hawaiian Wedding Song" is usually sung at most wedding ceremonies. Traditional Hawaiian wedding attire consists of the bride wearing a long, white formal version of the muumuu called a 'holoku'. Instead of a veil, a woven garland of island flowers, 'haku lei', is worn around the head. The groom on the other hand, usually wears long sleeve white shirt and white pants a long red, or colored sash, is worn wrapped about his waist. A lei of maile and ilima flowers adorn his neck. Of course, chose whatever wedding style fits both your tastes. In Hawaii couples have gotten married wearing their swimsuits. Hawaii reveals romance, idyllic beaches and gorgeous landscapes. If the honeymoon wasn't invented here, it should have been. Hawaii and romance are practically synonymous. Wedding parties may qualify for a group travel discount. Imagine offering a romantic wedding for your guest, while they vacation in Mexico. Visit www.beverlyclarktravel.com for group specials to Mexico. Activities and Things to See in Hawaii Surfing is the king of sports, and Hawaii is deservedly renowned for its great waves. Beginners can learn the basics at Waikiki, and then watch the professionals on Oahu's North Shore. Maui has become a windsurfing mecca, with the top international windsurfers heading for Hookipa Beach. Diving is good year-round and there are plenty of underwater caves, canyons, lava tubes, vertical walls and sunken ships to explore. Lanai, the sunken volcanic crater of Molokini, and Oahu and Kauai's northern coasts are all great diving areas. The Big Island's Kona Coast offers some of the world's best deep-sea fishing for Pacific blue marlin, yellow fin tuna and spearfish. And for those who want to keep their feet on solid ground, hiking opportunities include trails in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Haleakala National Park and Hawaii's premier hike along Kauai's Na Pali Coast. The Hawaiian Islands Oahu Places worth visiting on Oahu: Waikiki Beach Pearl Harbor North shore Beaches Hanauma Bay Nuuanu Pali Lookout Oahu, nicknamed 'The Gathering Place', is the most populous, most developed and most well known of the Hawaiian Islands. Oahu throbs with energy and elegance. The names and images most commonly conjured up by the mention of Hawaii are all here: Honolulu, Waikiki, Pearl Harbor, Pipeline and Sunset Beach. The state capital, Honolulu, is the major exit/entry point for travelers. For a more back to nature approach, visit the lush windward side. Eons of wind and weather erosion have carved these ranges' sculptured, jagged peaks, deep valleys, sheer green cliffs, and dynamic vistas. At the base of these mountains more than 50 beach parks lie draped like a beautiful lei, each known for a different activity, be it snorkeling, surfing, swimming, or sunbathing. Waikiki continues to serve as home base for endless possibilities for day trips full of cultural and scenic eco-adventures. Visitors can stroll along a new and improved Kuhio Beach and find wider beach expanses and extensive services, and meander along the historic Waikiki walking trail. With Waikiki leading the way, Oahu maintains its status as an exciting destination, with more things to see, more places to eat, and more things to do than on all the other Hawaiian Islands combined. Looking For the Best Hawaii Honeymoon Location or Wedding Destination? To find your Romantic Honeymoon Getaway on Oahu, Hawaii, we recommend: Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel Aston Waikiki Beach Tower Big Island (Hawaii) The island of Hawaii, commonly called the Big Island, is nearly twice the size of all the other Hawaiian Islands combined. Geographically it's the most diverse island of the archipelago, with deserts, rainforests, the world's most active volcano, and surprisingly, snow-capped mountains. Mauna Kea, which measures 32,000 ft beneath the ocean's surface to its 13,796-ft peak, is the world's tallest mountain. The mountains create a huge barrier that blocks the north-easterly trade winds and makes the leeward, western side of the island the driest region in the archipelago. This coast, known as the Kona-Kohala Coast, has the best beaches and water conditions. The windward, eastern coast, with the island's major city, Hilo, is predominantly rugged, with pounding surf, plenty of rain, tropical rainforests, deep ravines and majestic waterfalls. So much rain falls near Hilo, the island's major city, that a botanical garden at Onomea Bay provides umbrellas to enter its tropical jungle. Kona, Waikoloa and Hilo are the main centers for accommodation and restaurants. Worth visiting on the Big Island: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Waipio Valley Mauna Kea Mauna Loa Hapuna Beach Kona Hilo Puuhonua O Honaunau National Park Looking For the Best Hawaii Honeymoon Location or Wedding Destination? To find your Romantic Honeymoon Getaway on the Big Island, Hawaii, we recommend: Aston Waikoloa Colony Villas Fairmont Orchid Kauai If you're looking for lush scenery, Kauai, known as 'The Garden Island', is a great choice. Kauai's central volcanic peak, Mt Waialeale, is allegedly the wettest place on earth. Many movies were filmed on Kauai, such as South Pacific, Raiders of the Lost Ark and Jurassic Park. Most of the island's interior is mountainous forest reserve, which offers great hiking; the southern and western coasts are dry, sunny and fringed with beautiful beaches. Kauai's capital is Lihu'e, the island's commercial center. Its collection of businesses -- a pair of banks, a library, a school, a museum, some family-run restaurants, and hotels -- is small enough to keep the pace unhurried. North of Lihu'e the climate turns cooler and wetter, and everything sparkles green. In Wailua and Kapa'a, resort complexes huddle along a picturesque shoreline called the Royal Coconut Coast for its abundance of palms. As you head farther north to Anahola, Kilauea, Princeville, and Hanalei, vines and flowers flourish. On the south coast the sunny beaches and clear skies around Po'ipu have spawned a crop of condos and hotels. The area has also come into its own as a golf destination, and several fine restaurants have found a home here as well. Accommodation and eateries can be found in the small towns of Lihue, Kapaa, Princeville and Poipu. Worth visiting on Kauai: Na Pali Coast Waimea Canyon - the 'Grand Canyon of the Pacific' Lumahai Beach Polihale Beach Wailua River Looking For the Best Hawaii Honeymoon Location or Wedding Destination? To find your Romantic Honeymoon Getaway on Kauai, Hawaii, we recommend: Aston at Poipu Kai Aston Islander on the Beach Waimea Plantation Cottages Maui Maui is known as 'The Valley Island'. The island is comprised of two large extinct volcanoes (Haleakala and Puu Kukui) divided by a central valley. It's the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands and the most developed of the Neighbor Islands. It's renowned for its abundant supply of beautiful, romantic beaches and some of the world's best windsurfing and surfing spots. The uplands of Maui are comprised of eucalyptus groves and cattle ranches. Check out the historical town of Makawao, with its fine restaurants and cowboy flavor buildings. The east coast of Maui is where you'll find the lush, tropical rainforests. Looking for nightlife on your honeymoon vacation? Then visit Lahaina and Kaanapali Beach. For a more relaxing atmosphere take a slow, dramatic rain-forest drive to the sleepy town of Hana. Worth visiting on Maui: Haleakala Crater Iao Needle Lahaina Kaanapali Beach Hana Highway Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area Looking For the Best Hawaii Honeymoon Location or Wedding Destination? To find your Romantic Honeymoon Getaway on Maui, Hawaii, we recommend: Adventure in Paradise Aston Kaanapali Shores Fairmont Kea Lani Maui Maui Kaanapali Villas The Whaler on Kaanapali Beach Lanai Lanai, known as the 'Pineapple Island', is a sleepy, pineapple-plantation island, which 98% of the island is owned by Dole Corporation. Lanai's old pineapple fields have been transformed into two exquisite resorts-one in the mountains and one by the sea. Lanai is home to many natural wonders. To the northwest lies the Garden of the Gods, where rocks and boulders are scattered across a crimson landscape. Adjacent is a trail leading through the Kanepu'u Preserve, a dryland forest with some 48 native species, including the endangered Hawaiian gardenia. On the southern tip is Hulopo'e Bay, a marine conservation area prized by divers and snorkelers for its vivid tropical reef fish and crystal clear waters. Experience hiking or driving to the summit of Lana'ihale, a 3,370-ft-high windswept perch in the eastern reaches, you'll find a splendid view of nearly every Hawaiian island. Worth visiting on Lanai: Hulopo'e Beach Garden of the Gods Lanai City Lanaihale Shipwreck Beach or Kai Olohia Looking For the Best Hawaii Honeymoon Location or Wedding Destination? To find your Romantic Getaway on the Lanai, Hawaii, click here. Molokai Molokai is often called "The Friendly Island", because of the aloha spirit that flourishes there. Molokai is one of the least visited of all the Hawaiian Islands...which makes it so special. Molokai is a quiet, slow-paced retreat that epitomizes the South Seas paradise that first sparked tourist interest. With a population of roughly 7,000 (compared to Oahu's nearly 1 million), it has the highest percentage of residents with Hawaiian blood - roughly 50%. The island opens its heart to you along its shimmering reef and spectacular sea cliffs. Worth Visiting On Molokai: Kalaupapa Peninsula Papohaku Beach Halawa Valley Kamakou Preserve Looking For the Best Hawaii Honeymoon Location or Wedding Destination? To find your Romantic Getaway on the Molokai, Hawaii, click here. 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Hawaiian Wedding Shop: Hawaiian Wedding Dresses, Beach Wedding Dresses, Informal Wedding Dresses and More! -- HAWAIIAN WEDDING DRESSES GALLERY #1 | NEW! HAWAIIAN WEDDING DRESSES GALLERY #2 | HAWAIIAN WEDDING DRESSES | INFORMAL BEACH WEDDING DRESSES | HAWAIIAN BRIDAL PARTY ATTIRE | HAWAIIAN WEDDING RINGS | HAWAIIAN WEDDING FAVORS & CENTERPIECES | ABOUT OUR WEDDING DRESSES | OUR HAWAIIAN WEDDING DRESSES | TIPS FOR HAWAIIAN STYLE WEDDING PLANNING | LINKS | WIN FREE STUFF A loha! E komo mai... welcome to Hawaiian Wedding Shop. Find Hawaiian wedding dresses and matching Hawaiian wedding shirts, beach wedding dresses , informal wedding dresses... wedding dresses galore! We are one-stop wedding shopping for tropical wedding dresses and planning the perfect beach wedding or Hawaiian theme wedding. We have a large selection of beautiful Hawaiian wedding dresses and holokus, beach wedding dresses, and matching Hawaiian wedding shirts for your very unique and special wedding day. We manufacture the majority of our wedding dresses ourselves, so our designs are always fresh and innovative while incorporating that romantic Hawaiiana. Make sure you bookmark our site so you can come back and visit us often! Grab a cup of hot chocolate or glass of iced tea and get comfortable as our site offers comprehensive Hawaiian and beach wedding items. We know every bride wants to plan the perfect wedding, and we'd like to help you do just that. You'll also find an assortment of stunningly lifelike silk flowers and other beautiful accessories, such as delicate freshwater pearl jewelry, for your special day. We also have Hawaiian wedding favors and centerpieces to tie your theme together. Whether you're planning a Hawaii theme wedding or attending one, we've got wonderful Hawaiian gifts appropriate for bridal party attendants or as wedding gifts to the happy couple. Are you planning a beach wedding and are you frustrated to find that "informal wedding dresses" advertised by other sites are not really that informal? Relax... you found us and we really do have informal wedding dresses, whether you're looking for Hawaiian wedding dresses or non-tropical "beach wedding dresses" . All of our Hawaiian wedding dresses are made here in Hawaii, with aloha! Be sure to keep checking back as we are constantly adding only the best products from Hawaii to our product offering... some of our products are from talented artisans and crafters here in Hawaii, and are not available anywhere else on the web. OUR LATEST WEDDING DRESSES! Introducing our newest Hawaiian wedding dresses : our Queen Liliuokalani Hawaiian Wedding Dress , our Princess Kinau Hawaiian Wedding Dress , and our instant smash with the ladies (and men!), our King Kalakaua Hawaiian Wedding Shirt . TOP SELLING HAWAIIAN WEDDING DRESSES: OUR HOLOKUS Be sure to take a look at our best-selling Hawaiian wedding dresses, the holokus, as they are the stars (or hoku ) of the Hawaiian Wedding Shop: our best-selling Kawehi Hawaiian Wedding Holoku , our elegant Kuuipo Hawaiian Wedding Holoku , and our newest Queen Kaahumanu Hawaiian Wedding Holoku . All are stunning, and you will be stunning in them! INTRODUCING OUR NEW PRINT CATALOG Order our print catalog ! Sometimes it's just easier to shop when you can pore over catalogs and ideas with your gal pals. HAWAIIAN WEDDING FAVORS AND ISLAND STYLE CENTERPIECES From luscious chocolate macadamia nuts to wooden bowls, we have tons of tropical wedding favors and accents to give your wedding an island feel, like Hawaiian print tissue paper, mini favor bags, and even Hawaiian style Chinese takeout containers! Let your personality show with our Hawaiian wedding favors . HAWAIIAN WEDDING VIDEO Check out a video clip of Lorna's Hawaiian wedding in Seattle. If you've been wondering how to throw a Hawaiian style wedding and you're not in Hawaii, this is how! About Us | Shipping & Returns VOTE FOR US AS A TOP WEDDING SITE! Hawaiian Wedding Dresses | Elegant Informal Beach Wedding Dresses | Hawaiian Wedding Dresses Gallery #1 | Hawaiian Wedding Dresses Gallery #2 © 2002 - 2006 Hawaiian Wedding Shop . All rights reserved. NEW! HAWAIIAN WEDDING DRESSES GALLERIES HAWAIIAN WEDDING DRESSES GALLERY #1 NEW! HAWAIIAN WEDDING DRESSES GALLERY #2 We have so many great shots from our photoshoots, we thought it would be a shame if we didn't share more pictures of our Hawaiian wedding dresses and wedding shirts. This way you can see more of our Hawaiian wedding dresses and can get an idea of what getting married on the beach will really be like! HAWAIIAN WEDDING DRESSES Whether you're looking for an elegant yet casual Hawaiian wedding dress or affordable Hawaiian bridesmaids dresses, we've got it all. Our high-quality, extensive selection of cool poly/cotton, 100% rayon, and 100% cotton Hawaiian wedding dresses are not only unique, but you can wear them again, too! We also have Hawaiian wedding shirts for a casual, yet stylish, beach wedding. Find the perfect beach wedding dress in our Pikake Bridal Collection. INFORMAL WEDDING DRESSES We are always developing our line of informal wedding dresses; keep checking back as we are constantly updating this section with new wedding dresses for the beach. We will also be adding new two-piece beach wedding dresses very soon! HAWAIIAN WEDDING RINGS Our elegant Hawaiian wedding rings are made of 14 carat gold and can be engraved at no extra cost for that special touch of aloha. Your unique Hawaiian wedding ring will be a constant reminder of your cherished day. 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molokai landscape Contents | Calendar | Mahalo Mail True Hawaiian Culture Nowhere else in Hawai'i can you expose yourself to so much variety in landscape so quickly - so leisurely. Moloka'i is only 10 miles wide and 38 miles long. Carved sharply from the mountains to the sea, its northern sea cliffs are the highest in the world; its West End plains descend gently across ranchlands and deer hunting preserves to clear waters and the longest, least crowded of the accessible beaches in Hawai'i. Moloka'i's shoreline road on the East End presents surprises around every bend, with ancient Hawaiian fishponds, taro farms, mango patches, and incredible inlets and bays with surf Hawai`i's longest beaches­ Moloka`i's West End spots and fishing. At the end of the road, you reach Halawa with its valley walls, waterfalls, meandering stream and Hawaiian village. In the center of the island on the southern coast, the longest pier in Hawai'i extends past reef to a dock where a ferry travels to and from Maui. The main town of Kaunakakai is nearby, with an historic church row and village life. Highway 470 ascends up the mountain for the spectacular lookout to Kalaupapa, a tongue of land extending into the Pacific below the sea cliffs. The isolated village welcomed Father Damien in the 1870s to help the residents, victims of what was then called leprosy. When leaving Ho'olehua Airport, the a sign reminds you that Moloka'i roads, which have no stoplights, are a place to "Slow Down"- one of the reasons many people come to Moloka'i. At Ho'olehua, visit the Purdy family of Hawaiian homesteaders who grow macadamia nuts, harvesting and cracking them for your enjoyment right before your eyes in the shade of mac trees. At Kualapu'u, see Coffees of Hawai'i, which grows Muleskinner and Malulani Estate Coffees and offers mule wagon rides through the plantation. The place to eat in the area is Meyers Sugar Mill & Museum the Kualapu'u Cookhouse, with its home-style cooking, catering and baking of pies and cakes. Continuing up 470, the Kalae Highway, the diversity of Moloka'i becomes apparent as the green hills turn into forests opening up to spectacular ocean views. The R. W. Meyer Sugar Mill (circa 1878) offers a look at an early pioneer who married into a Hawaiian family and developed agriculture. The old mill is on the National Register of Historic Sites. On the grounds is Moloka'i Museum & Cultural Center, which conducts tours and offers classes. Up Kalae Highway is the barn for Moloka'i Mule Ride, which carries visitors down the 1,700-foot Kalaupapa Trail. Kalaupapa can also be reached by small plane. Daily tours are led by Damien Tours. To see Kalaupapa Peninsula from above, continue to the end of Kalae Highway and walk a short path through Pala'au State Park to Kalaupapa Lookout. Interpretive signs explain the history. Nearby, the Phallic Rock is the subject of many legends about fertility. Halawa Valley on Moloka`i's East End Heading back down Highway 470, visit the R.W. Meyer Ltd., which owns 1,800 acres with hiking, mountain biking, fishing and nature treks by 4-wheel drive. When traveling to Kalae, see the Meyer Gate, 610 mile past mile marker 7. Nearby is the 9-hole Ironwood Hills Golf Club. Where Hwy. 470 makes a 'T' with Hwy 460, take a left and head east for a drive along Church Row as you enter Kaunakakai, the main town on the island. Kaunakakai offers shopping, a variety of dining, and the Kaunakakai Wharf, the major shipping center and transportation link, by ferry, on the Maui Princess. See the Giant Banyan Tree at Pau Hana Inn and drive along Kamehameha V (Hwy. 450) to view Keawanui and other ancient fishponds where Hawaiians practiced aquaculture. Wagon ride to ancient heiau Two churches were built by Father Damien on Moloka'i's East End. They are well marked, as St. Joseph Church and Our Lady of the Sorrows Church. One of the largest heiau (Hawaiian temples) in the state, Ili'ili'opa'e, is located near Puko'o, and a Hawaiian family takes visitors by horse-drawn wagon on an interpretive tour, designed for individuals or groups. Moloka'i Horse & Wagon Ride also offers prearranged activities and an informal Hawaiian picnic on the beach next to the largest mango patch in Hawai'i. At Moloka'i's far East End is the verdant Pu'u O Hoku Ranch, with charming ranch buildings. Known for their interest in preserving Hawaiian culture and endangered species, the ranch offers guest rooms to travelers with reservations. Purdy's Hawaiian Homes macadamia farm As you approach the end of Kamehameha V Highway, the scenic drive becomes more winding and the coast more rugged. The tiny, turtle-shaped isle of Mokuho'oniki is just offshore. As you descend into Halawa Valley there are beautiful lookouts and the mouth of the stream is a wonderful place to rest. The walking trail up the valley is closed to the public. (Left) Father Damien's church at Kalaupapa, (right) Touring coffee fields by mule wagon The highway ends at Halawa, marking the beginning of the inaccessible North Shore and the world's highest sea cliffs. The deep valleys were agricultural centers of old Hawai'i with taro patches and many house sites. Today, the valleys are visited by hunters, fishermen and paddlers of kayak and canoe. It is best to find a guide, as the coast is very rugged. The return road trip from Halawa to the airport is 37 miles, and is most enjoyable driven leisurely, taking several hours for scenic stops. (above) Moloka`i Made: Muleskinner Coffee (right) The famous Moloka`i Mule Ride Moloka'i's West End is a short drive along Hwy. 460. The road climbs the gentle slope of Maunaloa, birthplace of hula, and descends to the sunny side. Take the right fork onto Kaluakoi Road to beaches of Papohaku and Kepuhi. Kaluakoi Resort offers an 18-hole championship golf course, accommodations, tennis, and ocean activities. Adjacent Papohaku Ranchlands is a community of homes and ranches for people who enjoy sun, serenity, trails, wildlife and beaches. Papohaku Beach Park is excellent for strolling on the longest, widest sandy beaches in Hawai'i. At nearby Maunaloa Village, visit Moloka'i Ranch Outfitters Headquarters for a safari through Moloka'i Ranch Wildlife Conservation Park. The ranch offers trail rides for ranch guests and has the best rodeo arena in the state; you learn to be a wrangler. Ask about hiking through the rangelands and places to stay. Maunaloa Village has shops and places to buy snacks. It is a quaint town, with a history dating back to the early cattle industry in Hawai'i. It offers beautiful views of the coast and spectacular sunsets for the end of your day.