Married In Maui: The Best Places For Wedding Ceremonies

By Ella Hemmings


Maui is a romantic, mystical destination with warm sea breezes, vivid sunsets and spectacular scenery. The beauty of Maui draws many couples to its shores each year for romantic destination weddings, and if you are searching for the perfect spot for your nuptials, there are few places on earth that can compete with Maui. This special island offers an abundance of idyllic locations for your wedding, whether it is big or small. Here is a sample of some of the most romantic spots.

For brides who intend to have a large wedding party, you might consider reserving a wedding site such as a resort, a plantation or another venue that can accommodate a large party. One popular wedding site is the Maui Tropical Plantation which includes lush grounds with a lagoon and mountain views. The Garden Gazebo is a perfect site for photos or for the ceremony, and the staff can handle both the wedding itself as well as the reception.

Another fun venue is the Kula Botanical Garden which encompasses six acres of lush plant life, koi ponds, gazebos and more. You can opt for a small, intimate ceremony in one of the two gazebos or enjoy the ceremony on the garden lawn, which can accommodate as many as 150 guests. The Kapalua Cliff House is yet another venue to consider, and this is both historic and oceanfront with spectacular views of Namalu Bay. The Cliff House can accommodate about 25 to 30 guests, so it is especially suitable for a smaller wedding party.

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.

The biggest obstacle you have to overcome is choosing on which amazing beach you wish to hold the ceremony. For a private, intimate vow ceremony, consider the secluded Makena Cove or perhaps opt for a sunset ceremony at Po'olenalena Beach. Napili Bay is yet another option that is typically quiet and less crowded than many Maui beaches. Other choices include Honomanu Bay or Ironwoods Beach, both of which have their own unique scenery. Honomanu Bay is surrounded by a variety of lush greenery, while Ironwoods offers a long quarter-mile pristine beach with sparkling waters.

To make the whole process easier, it can be a good idea to contact an experienced Maui wedding planner. At LoveMauiWeddings.com, for example, the owners and staff have been planning all sizes and types of Maui weddings for more than 20 years and can help plan out every detail of your special day. They offer a variety of interesting Maui wedding packages or you can create something from scratch. They can help with everything from finding a venue to scheduling the officiant, finding a florist, arranging transportation and much more.




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