Maui Weddings

Maui Weddings are something special. You combine a romantic wedding with a fabulous honeymoon, all while saving some money. In these uncertain economic times, what better excuse for a Maui vacation than: "We're getting married on Maui and taking a honeymoon, so we'll save money"? That's where we come in. As Maui's premier wedding planner, we'll make sure you not only have a memorable event but we'll make sure you have the killer images to go with it. We can also steer clients toward some of the more interesting attractions on Maui such as Hanggliding Maui, described in "Maui Revealed" as the safest and most exciting way to see the Hana coast from the air.

Be sure to call Marry me Maui Wedding Planners before you book your Maui wedding. We are friendly, professional and affordable.

Why a Full Service Maui Wedding Planner?

We all want to save a few bucks when we can, there's nothing wrong with that, but what may seem to be a deal today may turn out to be a burden tomorrow. Take our florals for instance. Our custom Maui floral designer will not only create a brilliant and beautiful full bouquet for your wedding day, we guarantee it will be fresh. Flowers are very perishable; a day or two in the fridge can ruin a bouquet. Why should you care? Because if you ordered it from a retail florist and the event should be delayed due to weather or rough seas, they will charge you to make a fresh bouquet. We will not. There's a common misperception that a wedding planner is more expensive than doing it yourself. If there's a glitch in your plans or some unforeseen circumstance that you can't handle because you are on vacation, it may wind up costing you double. Always work with the professionals who know the island and the vendors. You'll be glad you did.

Maui Wedding Photographers

Imagery is very important to us. At Marry Me Maui Wedding Planners, we take great pains to create fabulous, dynamic wedding images that you'll cherish forever. Our in house Maui wedding photographer has 23 years of experience here on Maui, always brings an assistant/second shooter, and knows how to put the couple at ease for a fun and creative shoot.

Flowers are an integral part of the day. Our custom Maui floral designer, Dellables, creates insane bouquets to your specifications, They can do arches, flower circles, petal aisles, pretty much anything you desire for your day. Della is a breeze to work with and attentive to every detail.

These vendors are just part of the team we use to create beautiful and memorable Maui Weddings. They exemplify the professionalism and creativity we put into every Maui Wedding.

Why a Professional Photographer?

"I have a friend who will be doing the photography..."

We hear this every once in a while when folks contact us to book a professionally produced Maui wedding package. It's always great to get the photography of your once in a lifetime event for free, or is it? There are many challenges to shooting a Maui wedding. Timing is the first that comes to mind. When the sun starts to drop out here by the equator it goes fast. A professional, who has been shooting Maui sunset weddings for decades, knows how to squeeze every second out of that short time frame. A seasoned professional will bring an assistant, lights, diffusers and reflectors, and know how to us them and when. Placement of the couple and minister during the ceremony, formal portraits, staged shots of the couple at sunset, etc. A 6 hour wedding shoot is very demanding and your photographer should know how much work it is. Then there's the issue of your friend wanting to enjoy themselves during the festivities.

My suggestion to the folks who want to have their friend shoot the wedding: Hire a professional Maui wedding photographer for the ceremony, formals and sunset shots. Let your friend do the reception. They can also take shots of the crowd during the wedding, these are shots that are well worth having.

Discount Maui Weddings

Images from June 2009

The Westin Maui, June 2009

Everyone wants a good deal. That's a fact not only in times of economic uncertainty but also when times are good. Balancing quality with price is a difficult game and the best price does not always mean the best wedding. Sure, a beach wedding on Maui is a beach wedding on Maui, or so it may seem, but it pays to ask yourself a few questions before booking the cheapest package you can find.

Has the wedding planner been working in the wedding industry on Maui for 23 years?

Is your planner fully insured? Is their website informative and up to date with killer images from last month's weddings? Are all the fees listed plainly, with no surprises? Does the planner work with professionals only, not car salesmen by day and photographers by night? Has your planner been living on Maui for so long that they are aware of the beaches that work best for your group, at any particular time of year, or when a private venue is more appropriate? Is the planner aware of state regulations concerning beach weddings and in full compliance with the law? Is the photographer represented on the website the photographer who will shoot your wedding?

Marry Me Maui Wedding Planners can answer in the affirmative for all these questions. The images you see on this blog and on our site are taken by the same Maui photographer who will photograph your wedding. Our Maui Florist will custom design your bouquet to your specifications. Our ministers and musicians are the best on the island with years of experience, talent and filled with Aloha.

The cheap guys have to make up for low prices with volume. That means double booking, on site people you've never spoken to, luck of the draw photographers, etc.

If we can't plan your wedding due to a previous booking, we will direct you to real professionals who can. That's just part of our Aloha spirit.

At Marry Me Maui, our pricing is fair and our service and quality extraordinary. We never double book and always give our clients our personalized attention. Give us a call: 1-800-745-0344. You'll be glad you did.

Maui Wedding Planners

Eye contact. That's our tip for couples today. Nothing is more important than eye contact for those memorable wedding photos. Most of our Maui Wedding ceremonies last about 15 minutes; short and sweet. 15 or 20 minutes for your photographer to capture something that happens once in your lifetime. Not to put too much pressure on the wedding couple, but the beauty of your Maui wedding images depend not only on the professionalism of your photographer, but also by your facial expressions, relaxed attitude and eye contact with each other and the camera. During the ceremony, your attention should be on the person you are marrying. Looking into each others eyes during the vows, lei ceremony and ring exchange not only creates incredible images but also bonds the two of you during what is a very intimate moment.

Maui Weddings

Photography coverage for your Maui wedding should include much more than just the ceremony and a few family portraits afterwards. Some of the hotels and most of the condos on Maui allow guests to use the grounds for photography. All of the properties here are beautifully landscaped and offer many opportunities for beautiful, dramatic pre-wedding portraits. A half hour or an hour is all you need to get some great candid shots of the bride and her party getting ready and then some shots around the property. Have your Maui Wedding Photographer call the hotel ahead of time to be sure it's OK to shoot.