Destination wedding packages & pricing in hawaii

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Destination weddings are becoming more popular as they allow couples to get married in their ideal location and often cost less than a large, traditional wedding "at home". You can choose to invite everyone you would invite to a local wedding, only your closest friends and relatives, or just the two of you in your own little paradise. Hawaii is a common choice for destination weddings as the weather is good year round, there is an abundance of natural, beautiful landscape and the location doubles as an excellent honeymoon location.

1. Types

   • Hawaii weddings can be as simple and small as you'd like, as formal or casual as you wish, or you may even have a traditional Hawaiian wedding.

     Packages begin at less than $200 for an officiant, witness, a few digital photographs on CDs and a keepsake certificate. You can add flowers, leis, seating for guests, a cake, wedding toast and a video of the ceremony for an increased price.

     Traditional Hawaiian weddings including a conch shell blower, singer/guitarist, hula dancer and exotic leis start at about $2,500.

   Geography

   • Hawaii offers many different geographical locations to host your wedding ceremony. Prices will depend on where you choose to get married. Many of the larger hotels and resorts offer large ballrooms for your wedding as well as the use of other areas of the resort. Beaches, gardens, volcanoes, chapels and private residences are all available for a nominal fee. The least expensive option is a public beach, which requires a $20 permit. Purchasing a package from a wedding planner or coordinator will typically include help in obtaining any legal permits needed.

   Size

   • The size of your wedding will impact the price of your package. For example, some packages, such as the $200 and $300 packages include nothing for your guests. Other packages are available for less than ten guests and add additional fees for more guests.

     Private ceremonies will typically cost much less as you don't have to worry about food, drinks, favors or cake for guests. However, your package will increase in price when you add limousine services, hair accommodations, extra time for photography or videography, or any other extras you wish to add.

     Extravagant ceremony and receptions can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars if you opt for a large event including a seven course meal, ball room, DJ, large wedding cake and everything else that goes into a large, elegant event.

   Time Frame

   • Just as with any other popular destination, Hawaii has its "on" and "off" seasons. If you opt to get married during its tourist season, chances are your package may cost more or you may not be able to include everything exactly as you wish.

     The time of day may also play a role in the cost of your package. Many couples opt to exchange vows on the beach at sunset. Some wedding coordinators charge more for sunset ceremonies because they are in higher demand.

     When using a public beach, there may be other people around which can affect your photos and possibly your ceremony.

   Features

   • Any additional features you wish to incorporate into your Hawaiian wedding will add additional costs to your wedding package. Most coordinators offer base packages and allow you to add a la carte options for additional fees.

     It's best to figure out what exactly is important for you to include in your ceremony and find a package that offers what you want, or add it a la carte. Don't compromise on anything that is important to you because it's not included in a particular package.

   History and Legal Requirements

   • Hawaii became a state in 1959, therefore it is legally easier for Americans to get married in Hawaii. Passports and other special paperwork are not required since it is a part of the U.S.

     Couples must apply for a marriage license in person. There are no blood test requirements and the marriage license is good for thirty days from the date issues. Applicants must show proof of identity and age, such a drivers license and birth certificate. As of July, 2009 marriage license fees are $60.

   Benefits

   • The benefits of choosing to get married in Hawaii include the vast number of options available to you. You can get married for as little as a couple hundred dollars or spend thousands to incorporate special details or host hundreds of guests.

     Other benefits include the natural beauty of the islands including the beaches and ocean front views. Hawaii is also rich with cultural history that you can explore or incorporate into your wedding.

     There is no simple way to list Hawaii wedding packages and prices since there are so many options. Being married on a beach or in a chapel will have different costs and packages available.

     Decide on your budget, then choose which island and location you wish to marry, then find a package that fits your needs as well as your wallet. There is a package for everyone and every budget in Hawaii.

Source: www.ehow.com

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