Things You'll Need:
- Sand
- Seashells
- Leis
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Step 1
Research islands as to which one is the cheapest. Studies tend to show that Oahu is the most economical for a variety of reasons: It has one of the most diverse landscapes, as well as a history of better flight deals to the area.
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Step 2
Hire a wedding coordinator that you trust, who responds quickly to email inquiries as well as phone calls. They are your 'reality' check from the Hawaiian perspective.
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Step 3
Eschew the formal church ceremony for a beach ceremony. All beaches in Hawaii are public domain, meaning there is no cost to wed.
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Step 4
Hiring a florist for the bouquet and other arrangements can force many to go above and beyond budgets. In Hawaii, however, there is no need, as the islands abound with markets where a bride can select her bouquet at minimal cost.
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Step 5
For table settings at the reception, use local delights. Fill glass bowls with sand, a smattering of seashells and then wreath the glass with paper leis.
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Step 6
Piggy-back the honeymoon on with the wedding. When the guests have all the gone, newlyweds can continue to save money and enjoy the romantic atmosphere of Hawaii on their own.
Comments
blizz866 said
on 10/27/2008 beaches are not free, you must have a permit to wed on any beach in Hawaii
The idea for sand and shells is nice, but it is illegal to take sand from the beaches and there are no real shells (like what you would find on the east coast), so you may want to consider buying that sand and those shells.