The Bible of ‘Mahina meli’ (Honeymoon) In Hawaii

“It took great courage to ask a beautiful young woman to marry me. Believe me, it is easier to play the whole Petrushka on the piano.”

Arthur Rubinstein

What can be one of the precious moments when she says those most awaited words to you from her charming mouth, “Yes, I will”. Followed by, the wedding, happening with all their loved ones around. Showering their blessings to the newly weds, there is nothing more admirable to see those two in love, see eye to eye keep house as man and wife, confounding their enemies and delighting their friends.

Like in the flick, Father Of The Bride, the happy couple, after a lovely wedding, starts for their honeymoon to Hawaii. Talking about honeymoons, Hawaii is one of the, as is called in Hawaiian language ‘Mahina meli’, the demanded honeymoon destinations for the love birds to coo together. However, if things are not planned properly with care and promised security, your honeymoon can end up being bitter than the bittergourd.

There are certain things which are to be kept in mind while chalking out the whole trip to Hawaii. And, since it is the honeymoon, you’ll have to be extra careful not to turn the occasion into a nightmare.

Remember that happiness is a way of travel, not a destination.

Roy Goodman

The largest chunk as an island of the archipelago, Hawaii is a state in the United States. Its capital is Honolulu on the island of O’ahu. The island formed from the volcanic eruptions has the mountain taller than Mount Everest named Mauna Kea which stands at 33,500 ft from the floor of the Pacific Ocean.

Since surrounded by the sea from all the sides, the climate in summers is around 31°C during the day and around 24 °C at night. Winters remain evident with daytime at around 28 °C and nights fall with seldom dipping at 18 °C. However, apart from the verified prerequisite knowledge of the place, there are certain vital points to keep in mind.Firstly, before deciding for the wedding dates, you should have a proper knowledge of the number of working days and holidays in Hawaii. The Honolulu Marriage License Office is open the rest of the days except the 13 to 14 holidays. Hawaii is such a demanded wedding and a party place all over the world that it really becomes nearly impossible to book venues. Moreover, the island is jam-packed with most of its hotels and flights booked during Valentine’s Day and New Year. With the increasing population and tourist pouring in from all over the world, traffic and parking becomes a real challenge. Therefore, it’s advised that the hotel rooms be booked well in advance. Also, check the whole schedule a day before. On the W day, arrive before time to avoid the traffic, delay and parking problems.

Secondly, Hawaii boasts of a beautiful sunny weather, almost the whole year.  However, at times it can be so humid that it can melt the groom and the bride off, of their tux and long, heavy gown respectively. Better start the whole program during the evening or arrange for a big shady site. During the other seasons like the Spring & Fall, night arrangements are quite cool. Rains may usually be followed by beautiful rainbows adorning the sky.

Thirdly, often the sunset views become a masterpiece of nature assumed to be as a gift to the couple from God himself. Surprisingly, every beach has its own unique sunset view daily. Also, different seasons accompany sunsets viewed at different facing different directions.

Fourthly, what if at the spur of the moment, your lover proposes you to marry you? If you just decide to get marry within a couple of hours how will you find a suitable dress for you? Don’t worry. Here comes to your rescue the local dress designers who can provide you with beautiful print traditional aloha dress.

Fifthly, whether it’s a costly affair or a quickie business, it does require all couples to legalize their marriage. It’s just not possible to be like any other lovelorn careless get married at any other aisle. Please note that homosexual marriages are still not legal here. However, some special services are readily provided to soothe their romantic links and non- binding commitments. Wherever you get married a permit is needed. Even beach weddings too, need a permit. Since the marriage is not considered legal in every country therefore it as for $ 1 Apostil is available along with the copy of the license.

Sixthly, it’s a fact that Hawaii marriage license doesn’t really require witnesses to sign on the papers.

Seventhly, this is for those who are looking for some thrill and adventure on their wedding day. The ministers in Hawaii really make it much easier if you ever thought of your wedding to be in a waterfall, or on a hilltop facing the setting sun into the waters of the Pacific Ocean.

Eighthly, the State of Hawaii only allows to wedding officiates and ministers to perform a religious ceremony. It’s only the prices that these people offer, that you need to take care of.

Ninthly, for hair and make up the local salons can always come in handy. Also, the hotels where you stay, most probably provide with spas and salons. Just remember to fix your appointment before time to avoid congestion and delays.