judge Shirely(?) did a great job, I was pleasantly surprised how friendly & warm the judge was…read more She was quick and efficient but also made us feel very comfortable. If you're looking for a quick and easy wedding I'd recommend.

Very simple and straightforward process, which is what we're were looking for. The Judge that…read moremarried us was supper kind, and seemed to genuinely enjoy the privilege of marrying people.

I called to inquire about wedding services for a destination wedding and was immediately denied due…read moreto the fact that my fiance and I are a same-sex couple. Thank you Hawaii Nei Weddings for providing me with humiliation. It really was the first time I felt ashamed for being gay. On to the next...

We wanted a simple April wedding on the beach in Hawaii (Oahu) and found Hawaii Nei Weddings after…read morea brief search online. They may not be the biggest wedding planning company in Hawaii, but they were worth every penny. Communication was a big plus. We called them all the time during the planning phase from California, and were able to reach a live person almost all the time, and received prompt callbacks when we didn't. Jackie was our contact person up front and did a great job helping us right through the day of the wedding. Their wedding packages were very straightforward with no hidden charges, and they were very helpful in explaining all the options and helping us pick the right package for our needs. They also provided links to the necessary government sites to apply for our wedding permit online, so that once we reached Hawaii we were in and out of the government office in 15 minutes. They also helped us choose a wedding location and the subsequent hotel to make everything as simple as possible. They recommended the closest hotels to where we wanted to get married and we ended up staying at a great spot (Marriott Ko Olina Beach Club). As for the wedding itself, Jonathan (who sometimes presides over ceremonies but in this case was the photographer) made my bride and I feel like were we movie stars, and strained and contorted himself into all kinds of angels and positions to get the perfect shots (often taking some waves in the process). The ceremony itself was simple yet very well done (thanks Mark). They've had a wedding business in Las Vegas for around ten years and it shows in their experience and execution. Most importantly, my bride-to-be was a bit of a wreck heading to the beach ceremony (which bride isn't), but once we met up with Jonathan, his calm demeanor and reassuring manner put us totally at ease and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. I'm sure there are some larger companies that might offer a lot more bells and whistles and elite-level packages, but for a couple looking for a simple yet very special beach wedding in Hawaii, we couldn't be happier with Hawaii Nei Weddings and would recommend them to all like-minded couples.

I attended a baby shower at Kaimea Estates and was blown away by how beautiful the property is. The…read moreviews are amazing, the atmosphere is peaceful, and it feels like you're away from everything while still being close to town. The venue is comfortable and welcoming . Everyone was able to relax, enjoy the scenery, and spend quality time together. It was the perfect setting for celebrating with family and friends.

The beauty of this place is indescribable with the beautiful ocean view, green grass and lovely…read moretrees. But what is best about this place are the ones who run the venue. This couple is so accommodating and treat their customers first class! If you are looking for a place to have a wedding, party or other event I highly recommend Kaimea Estates!!!

We feel incredibly lucky to have found Vanessa and her team for our wedding. From the very first…read moreconversation--with her and our wonderful planner Emmarose from TGA--we knew we were in the best hands. Vanessa has this amazing ability to really listen, understand what you're dreaming of, and then somehow elevate it into something even more beautiful. She tuned into our vision so quickly, and what she delivered was beyond anything we could have imagined. The level of detail, care, and artistry she brought to our day was unreal. Every arrangement, every installation, every little touch felt intentional and full of heart. And wow, did she and her team work hard. We had a lot of moving pieces and some pretty large displays, and they handled everything with such professionalism and grace. You could truly feel the passion they put into their work. If you're looking for a floral and design team in Hawaii that not only brings incredible creativity but also genuinely cares about making your day special, look no further. Vanessa and La Flor are the real deal. We can't recommend them highly enough. And honestly... just look at the photos. They speak for themselves. Absolutely AMAZING!

Has been nothing short but amazing throught the proposal process!! Vanessa is extremely…read moreknowledgable about the industry and process - can not recommend enough to future brides/grooms!

Our wedding was everything we could have possibly dreamed of and more…read more Kahu Pomaikai brought a very warm and inviting energy and we were excited that she and her team are LGBTQ friendly. She brought a lot of joy and laughter to our ceremony. We actually also decided to slightly change our wedding location to a spot where the terrain was pretty awkward and weird and Pomai supported the decision and made it work! Her son, blew the Pu, and it was gorgeous! Blowing the Pu is no easy feat! Our musician Henry was so warm and kind. We thought he might only play music during some parts of the wedding but he picked songs throughout which made the ceremony feel more magical. Debbie, our photographer was extremely easy to work with and would coach us on where and how to stand so that we would have flattering photos. We planned the wedding in two months, so we didn't have the year leading up to the wedding to get fit! Debbie still managed to make us look absolutely stunning. We had a few sets of photos that we absolutely wanted and Debbie was really open to making those shots happen. This was an unbelievably affordable option for getting married and I can assure you, the quality was not compromised in any way. I got way more than I expected and would recommend the full ceremony package to anyone! It was so beautiful that my wife and I were back and forth between laughter and tears the entire time. I can only describe the whole experience of working with Kahu Pomaikai and her team as magical. Purely magical.

My aunt and uncle's vow renewal was beyond perfect thanks to Kahu Pomaika'i and her associates…read more After researching many options for a simple vow renewal ceremony in Oahu, we chose Hawaiian Aloha Blessings based on the reviews, photos, and ceremony packages. From the first message on yelp all the way up until the ceremony, Kahu Pomaika'i was extremely helpful, easy to work with, and professional. Kahu Pomaika'i helped me with every question I had and responded promptly to every email I sent. We ended up choosing the Makana package and later added a photographer, musician, and conch blower. Kahu Pomaika'i set up each of these services for us and each of these people were beyond amazing. Even though we only met these people fifteen minutes before the ceremony started, it felt like we were all family. The icing on the cake was when Kahu Pomaika'i included my aunt and uncle's daughter (who could not make it to Oahu) in her blessing. Kahu Pomaika'i took a moment to chat with my aunt and uncle before the ceremony and learned that one of their kids could not make it. In the back of all of our minds, we were sad that she wasn't there so when Kahu Pomaika'i included her in the ceremony we were all extremely touched and thankful for her kind words. Kahu Pomaika'i explained the meaning and purpose behind every detail included in the ceremony, and we could truly feel the aloha with every word spoken. Each word felt fluid and natural, not recited and bland. This wasn't a quick Las Vegas drive-thru ceremony, it was one of the most spiritual and meaningful events that I've ever witnessed and been a part of. Hawaiian Aloha Blessings showed us the true spirit of aloha. There was never any pressure, the pricing was simple and fair, Kahu Pomaika'i and her associates were a pleasure to work with, and the actual ceremony was more than we ever hoped for. If you need an officiant, you won't regret choosing Hawaiian Aloha Blessings. You should also consider hiring: Po'okela, as your conch blower. He assists Kahu Pomaika'i with the ceremony and blows the conch in all four directions to summon family ancestors. He's also Kahu Pomaikai's son! Adorable! Butch O'Sullivan as your musician. His vocals and ukulele create the perfect vibe for an island ceremony. He was so warm and kind and cool at the same time! Debbie as your photographer. She did an amazing job and really took the time to make sure the lighting and positioning was perfect for every photo. She didn't rush it and run off. She stayed after the ceremony to take more photos on the beach and in different areas of the location for both my aunt and uncle and the rest of the family. Mahalo Nui Loa to Hawaiian Aloha Blessings!

Annie & her team are AMAZING! Run, do not walk, BOOK THEM NOW! My husband and I live in Saint Louis…read moreand had never seen the venue nor met the venue event manager nor Annie. Annie made everything perfect! She was accessible and very patient. Annie went above and beyond during the planning process and during the ceremony & reception. She is very detailed oriented, asked all the questions to get my husband & I on track and made very necessary recommendations. We were both in hospitality professionally and just didn't want to think or feel like we were working during the planning process. Annie handled all of the details and gently nudged us when she needed something from us. If we return for a big anniversary event, Annie will be the FIRST person we call!

It's been 22 days and me and my husband are still in AWE of how well our wedding went!! From the…read morebeginning Annie was so supportive and organized that on my wedding day I 100000% trusted her and her team. I wasn't stressed AT ALL. She was very detail oriented and kept up with the due dates in a professional manner. We were juggling family accommodations, moving again (after having JUST moved 2 months prior), school, and work about 1-2 months before the wedding. But Annie was able to pick up where I started to slack in the wedding planning process which was such a HUUUGE relief! She also gives really good advice and guidance when me and my husband were stuck with some decisions, and believe me there were so many small details we never even thought of. On the wedding day, I have to say, I DID NOT WORRY ABOUT A THING! The only thing I had to think about was my bar tab, but that's on my guests lol! Annie was very quick and subtle to where my husband and I can just enjoy the moment with very minimal interruptions. Her and her team made my vision come to life and the wedding just went by so smoothly, it almost gives me confidence that I could do it again LOL. I can't express how thankful we are to have had her as our wedding coordinator. All of our guests were and are still raving about how beautiful and amazing the wedding went! Trust me, she's the one to hire!!

We worked with Sandra for about a year leading up to our wedding at La Pietra, and truly, we don't…read moreknow what we would have done without her. We're both busy professionals based in SF, so we knew we needed someone in Hawaii who could really take the reins. Sandra was a godsend. The biggest thing for us was that NOTHING fell through the cracks. If we mentioned something once, she remembered it. She was also somehow always calm. Even when we were indecisive, changed our minds, or threw something at her last minute (oops), we never once saw her rattled or annoyed. Special shoutout to Kandis too, who helped coordinate so many details throughout the year! We also loved that Sandra wasn't afraid to tell us what she thought. We were initially against having a tent because we thought it would ruin the look of the wedding. She ultimately left the decision to us, but made sure we understood the realities of Hawaii weather. We're so glad we listened! It rained the day before, was insanely windy the day of, and the tent ended up being a great decision. Her vendor network was another huge plus. After so many years planning weddings in Hawaii, she knows who's good. She gave us a handful of trusted options for each vendor, we interviewed and chose who felt right, and we ended up LOVING everyone we hired. They also consistently told us how incredibly "on it" Sandra was. And on the wedding day, we just... enjoyed it. Everything ran so smoothly that we could be fully present. Seeing everything we'd spent a year planning and envisioning finally come to life, even more beautifully than we imagined, was so special. It genuinely felt like the perfect day, and we know it wouldn't have been possible without Sandra and her team. We'd recommend Sandra a million times over.

We were planning a destination wedding coming from the Bay Area and knew that we wanted a planner…read morethat could help us create our dream wedding while we were unable to physically be there in Hawaii. We reached out to Sandra 2 years before our desired wedding date and immediately after our introductory call, we knew that we wanted to work with Sandra. Sandra broke down the wedding planning process in a way that made it really easy to work with . We didn't feel overwhelmed or stressed at any point of the planning process. She provided us with many different proposals for vendors and design that matched our vision and budget and helped us secure all the vendors that we wanted. Even with last minute changes, Sandra was able to address them quickly - a true professional! Our wedding was held at Lanikuhonua and it was the most magical day! We didn't even think for one second about the program as it flowed so effortlessly. We were present the whole night to each other and our guest and truly had the best day of our lives! Our vendors always said "Sandra will know what to do" and also was told she is the Queen of Lanikuhonua weddings and that couldn't be anymore true. We can't thank Sandra and her team enough for bring our dream wedding to life! Weeks after our wedding, our friends and family are still talking about how stunning and how much fun the wedding was. Every penny spent was well worth it and we'd do it all again a thousand times over.

Not sure where to even start? Gentry is absolutely PHENOMENAL!! She planned, coordinated and…read morecarried out the wedding of our dreams. At first, I thought we did not need a wedding coordinator and found out veerrryyy quickly just how much time and effort goes into planning such a memorable event. Gentry was there every step of the way to guide us through the entire process (without ever making it feel like work and making the process fun!). Her organizational skills are simply unmatched. Gentry's passion for her career and compassion for her clients is truly remarkable. She lifted ALL of the stress off our shoulders from keeping in constant contact with all of our vendors to having a VERY detailed wedding day timeline from start to finish. Gentry was the first and last person at our wedding which goes to show just how dedicated she is to her clients. She even made sure that my husband and I had a few minutes alone to take in our special day (something that I never would of thought of but meant so much to us). The list just goes on and on. Having Gentry as our wedding coordinator is hands down the best decision we made. Gentry, we appreciate you and just can't thank you enough for making our wedding day the best day of our lives.

Gentry is a total gem! She made the entire planning process so much fun. From our very first…read moremeeting, she brought such warmth, excitement, and genuine care--it felt like we had a built-in cheerleader from day one. She helped us finalize plans, but also reminded us to take a step back and celebrate why we were doing this in the first place! Gentry has a true gift. She turns checklists into celebrations, decisions into delights, and somehow makes even the most overwhelming moments feel magical. Her attention to detail, calm under pressure, and boundless creativity blew us away. Her energy is infectious, and no task or request is ever too much. On the day of the wedding, she didn't let a single detail go unnoticed. We truly felt like we had a best friend looking out for us--not just on the big day, but in the days leading up to it as well. Gentry is simply amazing. She radiates positivity, lifts everyone around her, and genuinely cares about the people she works with. She leaves a little sparkle wherever she goes. I cannot imagine our wedding without her.