Kauai Travel Planner 2008

setting your fancy? Do you want to say “I do” by a forest pool with a cascading waterfall as a backdrop? Or perhaps you would like to tie the knot in a 19th-century church, with sweet garlands of maile, pikake and ginger leading the way to your horse-drawn carriage. Your dream wedding can become reality. Most wedding packages include options to customize your special day. There are many professional wedding coordinators to help you take advantage of the ceremony options available ELENA YAKUSHEVA Getting Married on Kaua‘i? Congratulations! It’s the perfect place to say “I do.” There is no better place to express your love than Kaua‘i. on Kaua‘i: conch shell blowing, hula dancers, Hawaiian music trios, fresh ﬂower lei, orchid shower and a Hawaiian Keepsake Marriage Certificate, to name a few. Including customs of your heritage, such as a Chinese lion dance or 1001 origami cranes, will add a unique and personalized touch to your day. Catering options can be fancy or casual. Leave the details to a local experienced wedding coordinator. All you and your betrothed must do is arrive at the altar for your special day in paradise. Check out the Wedding Service Providers & Ofﬁciates listed in the directory at the back of this travel planner. You can also ﬁ nd information on the Kaua‘i Wedding Professionals Association’s website at www.kauaiwedpro.com. And when it’s time to leave on your honeymoon, well, why leave? Let the honeymoon begin! On Kaua‘i, love and fantasy rule the day. Come and enjoy all the gifts the island has to offer, and add the warmth of the aloha spirit to your long list of indelible memories. Memories of the cruise you took with racing dolphins as your escorts. Memories of the relaxing beachside massage for two. Memories of the private dinner you savored by the sea as a Kaua‘i sunset ignited the sky with color. Memories of the beach where you embraced and said, “I love you” on Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i’s Island of Romantic Discovery. To marry in the Islands of Aloha, you must obtain a Hawaiʻi marriage license. No blood tests are required, and no paperwork needs to be completed prior to your license appointment. Both the bride and groom must apply in person and be at least 18 years old to obtain a license without parental consent. Thereʼs no waiting period, but you should get the license before the wedding day. The fee is $60 ($65 if an agent is used), cash only, and the license is good for 30 days. Licenses are available statewide, by appointment only. Call the Kauaʻi Governor Liaisonʼs ofﬁce, 274–3100, Monday-Friday, 7:45 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. (closed noon–1 p.m.) or visit www.hawaii.gov/health (Vital Records/ Marriage License) for more information. with memories. With one romantic spot after another, plan to stay at least a week to experience what Kaua‘i has to offer. If it is too late for a Kaua‘i honeymoon, it’s never too late to celebrate a vow renewal or anniversary. Kaua‘i is where Holly wood’s f ilmmakers go when they want fantastic tropical scenery. The backdrop for your fantasy setting will be no less spectacular. Whether you’re thinking of a plantation estate or where Elvis was married in the movie Blue Hawaii, you’ll find the perfect location for your once in a lifetime event. Have you dreamed of exchanging vows on horseback? Is a lovely garden DANA EDMUNDS Hawai‘i’s Island of Discover y tm K AUA'I 53 http://www.hawaii.gov/health http://www.smithskauai.com http://www.kauaiwedpro.com http://www.kauaiwedpro.com http://www.smithskauai.com

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Kauai Travel Planner 2008 Contents Kaua‘i Island Map North: Northern Sights East: Coconut Coast Lı¯hu‘e: Kaua‘i's Gateway South: Sunny Side West: Grand Scale Nature Outdoor Adventures Ocean Activities Horseback Riding Air Tours Land Activities Golf Family Calendar of Events Shopping Romance Rejuvenation Dining Vacation Homes Directory Useful Information

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