Saturday, October 19, 2013

Married In Maui: The Best Places For Wedding Ceremonies

By Ella Hemmings


Weddings are meant to be romantic occasions, and Maui is one of the world's most romantic places, so many brides choose to plan a Maui destination wedding for their special day. While a Maui island wedding is certainly ideal for any couple, there are many different options that you need to consider as far as where your actual ceremony will take place. Consider some of the following ideas if you plan to get married in this tropical paradise.

If you need to accommodate a large party of guests, it might be best to consider hosting a wedding at a plantation, a Maui resort or perhaps at another location that can accommodate a larger number of guests. For instance, the Maui Tropical Plantation is an excellent venue, and the grounds are stunning. The Garden Gazebo is often the site of weddings, and this structure overlooks the emerald lagoon. The plantation is equipped to accommodate very large weddings for both the ceremony and the reception.

One of the wonderful things about a Maui wedding is that even if you head up into the hills, you can still enjoy views of the sea at your event. The Kula Botanical Garden, for instance is located at 3,300 feet near a volcano. There are six acres with plenty of romantic spots for your ceremony, from an intimate gazebo to a large lawn which is large enough for up to 150 guests. If you have 25 guests or less, you also might think about The Cliff House which looks out to Namalu Bay. This is a historic site, built in 1940, and it is an excellent spot for a small wedding and even a small reception.

Obviously the biggest draw in Maui is the ocean and the many picture perfect beaches, and many couples wish to share their vows right on the shore. This is certainly an option, although typically a beach wedding is better suited to couples with a small wedding party. However, just because the wedding party is small, the celebration can be elaborate, complete with flower leis, Hawaiian hula dancers and traditional island music.

There are many beaches to consider, including Kapalua Bay, Napili Bay and Makena Cove. Kapalua Bay was named by Conde Nast Traveler as the "Best Beach in the World." Napili Bay is another scenic spot located in northwest Maui, and this beach is a bit more secluded than Kapalua Bay. Makena Cove is also known as the Secret Cove, so this is an ideal location for an intimate beach wedding. Po'olenalena Beach is another popular spot for weddings, especially at sunset.

A destination wedding is definitely a memorable event, but it can be a bit tricky to plan, especially if you know little about Maui in general. Rather than spend a lot of time trying to figure out how to accomplish all of the planning on your own, it is a great idea to choose a wedding planning company such as LoveMauiWeddings.com. The owners started the company more than two decades ago, so they and the staff are experts at finding locations, reserving the services of an officiant, finding a great florist, planning excursions and helping with all of the details that accompany a wedding of any size.




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