April 2nd, 2009

Wedding planners for hawaiian destination wedding - local or destination planner?

chamlo asked:


My partner and I would like to have a Hawaiian wedding and we have decided to use a wedding planner since we are not based in Hawaii or the U.S. (we live in Toronto, Canada).

We were thinking of hiring a planner based in Hawaii, but a friend recommended hiring a planner here who specializes in destination weddings (she recommended Luxe Destinations).

Has anyone used wedding planners for a destination wedding? If yes, did you use a planner based at your destination or a local planner with experience in destination weddings?

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2 Responses to “Wedding planners for hawaiian destination wedding - local or destination planner?”

  1. CBT Princess Says:
    April 2nd, 2009 at 11:36 pm

    I had a vow renewal years ago in Kauai - I used a wonderful person over there, and I think that’s the way to go. Someone over there knows what’s happening everyday, knows people, places, and where to go, can tell you what the weather is like, describe things to you, advise you on everything, suggest alternatives, know some lower-cost vendors, etc., etc. Some of the resorts even will do this for free if you stay there & get married there
    (By the way I used Pastor Harold Kilborn in Kauai - - he was great and affordable - )

  2. Brenda Says:
    April 4th, 2009 at 9:49 am

    You have lots of great options and it’s completely up to you and your comfort level.

    You can plan it yourself. This does take a lot of planning. If you are going very basic, just the two of you on a beach, all you really need is an officiant and photographer.

    You can go with a resort like the Kahala,. They plan weddings routinely and have planners on staff. Also very pretty locations to wed.

    You can choose a large non Hawaiian company such as Luxe. Even though they aren’t in Hawaii, they do many, many Hawaiian weddings and have vendors they use frequently. They are well respected in the destination wedding community.

    Or you can choose a local wedding planner. They may have contacts that a non local company wouldn’t have. They also may be able to provide packages that aren’t available from non local companies.

    You didn’t say which island so…
    OAHU He can also provide photography.
    MAUI They are located in Maui, but will travel to the other islands.
    KAUAI
    BIG ISLAND They are located in Honolulu, but can also do the other islands. They are also a travel agent and can help book your airfare and hotel.

    You can also get Hawaii Wedding info at

    Hope this helps to make your decision. You will have a wonderful wedding with whatever option you choose. (Some are just less stressful to plan)

    Good luck.