In 2016, Nicole and Ruobin first visited Hawaii! Although they were here for a Nursing Conference, they immediately fell in love with the island. This trip was when our charming duo decided to have an Oahu destination wedding! Their sunset occasion was full of personality and elegance — perfect for our passionate pair. Keep scrolling to see their special day for yourself.

Kualoa Secret Island was the location for Nicole and Ruobin’s wedding — this venue created a breathtaking scene! We adore this private spot because it’s tranquil, picturesque, and dreamy. Dramatic mountains, lush greenery, and cerulean water created an enchanting background! Then the heavy cloud coverage and soft blue sky enhanced the romantic and intimate ambiance. Above all, you can see how this occasion looks like a tropical fairytale in every shot!

Why We Love Oahu Destination Wedding

Ever since Nicole and Ruobin first visited Oahu, they knew it’d be the perfect place to get married! We adore how this sunset occasion was bohemian, carefree, and fun. The shoreline has beautiful decorations! Standing at the front of the ceremony was a two-post wooden arch from O’ahu Wedding Altars. Then our bride and her bridesmaid’s bouquets are whimsical and elegant — they pair flawlessly with the flower arrangements on the archway!

Our Couple’s Story

Nicole and Ruobin’s story began when they first met at the movies. At the time, they attended different schools but had mutual friends. Ruobin asked Nicole to be his girlfriend after they watched Pearl Harbor on May 27, 2001. Then on New Year’s Day in 2021, Ruobin popped the question! Our groom had a plan with Nicole’s sister and friends for this significant moment. Unfortunately, Nicole hurt her back, so his proposal got derailed!

Congratulations, Nicole and Ruobin! Thank you for sharing your Oahu destination wedding with us! We wish you a future full of love, abundance, and happiness!

Oahu Destination Wedding – Session Details

Time of Day: Sunset

Wedding Venue in Oahu: ​​Kualoa Secret Island

Oahu Wedding Photographers: Megan from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Oli from Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Minister: Kahu Kelehua Kawai

Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Videographer: NA Films

Wedding Arch: O’ahu Wedding Altars

Hair & Makeup: Faith & Beauty Hawaii

Bridesmaids Dresses – Birdy Grey

Groomsmen Attire: J. Crew

Check out another wedding in Oahu here!

Paul and Estelle enjoy visiting Hawaii because they get to escape their busy Bay Area lives. Since they first got together, they’ve vacationed in this tropical destination annually. When it was time to tie the knot, Paul and Estelle knew their special place would be the perfect spot to celebrate their love. Their Oahu venue wedding was elegant, intimate, and warm. Continue scrolling to experience this event for yourself.

Paul and the forty-eight guests were the first to get to the lawn area. Then, once Estelle arrived, it was time for the ceremony to begin! The entrances started with our groom and his parents walking down the lush grass. Paul looks handsome in his barong, a traditional Filipino dress shirt for special events, and khakis. Above all, we like how sharp and sophisticated his attire is!

Next, the bridal party, flower girls, and ring bearer made their way down the aisle. Last, our bride made her grand entrance! Estelle walked down the lawn with her parents and 8-month-old daughter by her side. She looks breathtaking in her cream-colored lace gown — it’s sleek and elegant!

The Spiritual Oahu Venue Wedding

Paradise Cove Luau was the location for this ceremony, and this spot is perfect for this event! The lush lawn and lofty palm trees created an enchanting scene. Then the sweeping ocean views and clear weather effortlessly enhanced the romantic ambiance! 

Our Couple’s Story

Paul and Estelle have been friends since 2008. Then, on May 12, 2017, they became a couple. A few days after Valentine’s Day in 2021, Paul popped the question in the middle of a forest in the botanical gardens! Then, eight months ago, our stunning duo became parents to a precious little girl!

Congratulations, Paul and Estelle! Thank you for sharing your special day with us. We wish you a future full of new adventures and delicious cuisine!

Oahu Venue Wedding – Session Details

Time of Day: Morning

Oahu Venue Location: ​​Paradise Cove Luau

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Megan from Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Venues in Oahu: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli from Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Officiant: Kahu Kawena Mechler

Wedding Florals: Boho Dream Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Hair & Makeup: Perfectly Made Hawaii

Check out another wedding in Oahu here!

Ava and Dawson were born and raised in Hawaii. Once they’ve been dating for a while, the conversation about their future came up. The next thing they knew, they were planning their special day! Since this island is their home, they knew a venue wedding in Oahu would be the perfect way to tie the knot! Keep scrolling to experience this intimate event for yourself.

First to arrive was Dawson and the forty-nine wedding guests. While our groom took his place at the front, Ava rode the second boat to the venue. Then, it was time for the ceremony to begin! Our bride walked down the aisle with her daughter by her side. As she made her way to her groom, you could see him shedding tears of joy!

The Romantic Venue Wedding in Maui

Ava and Dawson wanted their wedding to be beautiful, tranquil, and fun — their ceremony was perfect for them! Kualoa Secret Island is a private venue, so this event was intimate. Next, Henry Makua enhanced the peaceful ambiance by effortlessly playing his ukulele!

However, we adore how Karma Hill Photography captured every monumental moment. You can see our stunning couple exchange leis, rings, and vows. Most importantly, you can see Ava and Dawson taking their first kiss as newlyweds!

Kualoa Secret Island never fails to make you feel like you’re in a tropical fairytale! The lush palm trees, long sandy shore, and dramatic mountains create a breathtaking landscape for this Oahu venue wedding. Above all, the sunset at this location was gorgeous — decorating the sky are silky clouds and pastel hues.

Our charming couple met while Dawson was on his trash route in Waikiki. Ava says his cute smile and friendly personality made her want to give him her phone number. From there, the rest is history!

Congratulations, Ava and Dawson! A warm Mahalo for letting us be part of your wedding day. We hope to see you again on the island. Until then, we wish you a future full of new hikes, adventurous travels, and delicious cuisine!

Venue Wedding in Oahu – Session Details

Time of Day: Sunset

Venue Location: ​​Kualoa Secret Island

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Megan from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Wedding Venues: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Kalinda from Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Minister: Reverend Kimo Taylor

Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Musician: Henry Makua

Videographer: Dream FX Media

Wedding Gown: Grace Loves Lace

Check out another wedding in Oahu here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/dalia-adrian-oahu-venue-wedding/

It’s a new year at Simple Oahu Wedding, and we thought we’d welcome it in with a fresh look at our stunning Oahu wedding venues–just in time for Valentine’s Day!

If you’re planning an Oahu ceremony and seeking out the perfect locale for your Big Day, one of our top sites is sure to make your wedding dreams come true. Come take a peek at our most popular venues, complete with beautiful photos of real Oahu weddings!

In addition to these top 3 venues, we also offer an exclusive yacht ceremony aboard the vintage Vida Mia. First built in 1929, this unique vessel has recently been restored to all of its Great Gatsby Charm. Entertain your guests in style, and say “I do” as you sail into the horizon.

With such gorgeous options, you can’t go wrong! And whichever Oahu venue location you choose, we look forward to coordinating your Hawaii wedding!

Is a venue package not for you? Come check out our Oahu beach wedding packages.

Tracy & Mike’s Oahu Venue Wedding was truly spectacular and we were so honored to have been a part of it. The Secret Island Venue at Kualoa Ranch did not disappoint this weekday afternoon. The soft lit skies and calm water provided a peaceful setting for Mike & Tracy!

This sweet pair met when Mike moved to Taiwan for a teaching job. He ended up meeting Tracy on a dating app and the rest is history. The both felt a connection right away and Mike describes his sweet bride as his ‘perfect life partner!’ It doesn’t get much sweeter than that! It’s clear that their love for each other is sweet and true! We love how Mike even shed a quick tear during their ceremony!

Thank you so much Tracy & Mike for including Simple Oahu Wedding on this stop in your journey! We are honored and we wish you two the very best in the years to come!!

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Oahu Wedding Packages: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Megan of Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Officiant: Kimo Taylor

Musician: Jeremy

Oahu Wedding Floral: Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Oahu Wedding Venues: Kualoa Secret Island

Time of Day: Evening

See our recent Oahu wedding here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/marissa-ryan-oahu-venue-wedding/

Living in Hawaii gives you an undeniable sense of our planet’s beauty and the importance of living sustainably. From Hawaii’s lush green mountains and jungles to our tropical blue oceans and lively coral reefs, we cherish our islands natural magnificence. A sustainable wedding is not just eco-friendly but rather an elevated level of wedding planning. As wedding coordinators in Oahu, HI it is our duty to help clients design their wedding experience to be more “green” adding to the overall beauty.

BELOW ARE 6 TIPS FOR HAVING AN EARTH-FRIENDLY SUSTAINABLE WEDDING

Also, check out the styled shoot at the bottom to see just how to accomplish an eco-friendly wedding”.

1. KEEP YOUR GUEST COUNT SMALL

At Simple Oahu Wedding, we specialize in intimate weddings because less can be so much more and we believe Simplicity = Beauty. There are many benefits of a small wedding, from cost savings to the quality time you get to spend with each guest. Keeping wedding guest count small reduces the environmental impact of your wedding. It’s estimated that one round-trip flight between New York and California, generates about 20 percent of the greenhouse gases that your car would emit over an entire year. The fewer people you have flying and driving from far distances to your wedding, the smaller the environmental impact.

2. HAVE YOUR RECEPTION AT A RESTAURANT

A private reception in an epic location looks amazing in photos and has lots of options for decor and design. However the more “Disposable Details” you include in your wedding, the more waste goes into the local landfill. When you are on an island with limited land, it’s very important to reduce the amount of wedding waste to decrease pressure on the local infrastructure.

Restaurants are a great option for an eco-friendly reception. They often already have a great deal of reception dinner decor. Restaurants can usually reuse the flowers from their wedding arch for table centerpieces and almost always have candles. There is a significant cost saving having your reception at a restaurant as well because you don’t have to rent everything down to the forks. You can easily spend $15- $30 dollars per guest renting table settings for a venue style reception dinner and you haven’t even got food on your plate yet.

Many restaurants in Hawaii use locally sourced ingredients reducing the distance your food has to travel. Meanwhile when food is shipped it increases the carbon footprint of your reception dinner or brunch. Most importantly you can find ocean-friendly certified restaurants by the Surfrider Foundation to make your reception even more sustainable! See Ocean Friendly Certified restaurants on Oahu.

3. USE LOCALLY SOURCED FLOWERS

Hawaii is full of beautiful flowers that grow year-round here. If you want something that doesn’t grow here, it has to be flown from somewhere else increasing your carbon footprint. Why insist on Peonies when you can similarly get lush fresh Protea?

Local flowers add a sense of place to your wedding rather than importing flowers. Embracing the local flora and fauna adds to the specialness of a wedding. Our styled shoot below features locally sourced flowers harvested in Oahu. The vibrant colors on the arch set against the striking green mountains are simply gorgeous and complement the location! The floral for the below eco-friendly wedding shoot was designed by the local floral shop Sweet Blossoms Hawaii.

4. RENT YOUR WEDDING DRESS

According to sustainyourstyle.org, clothing has become disposable. As a result, we generate more and more textile waste. A family in the western world throws away an average of 30 kg or 66 lbs of clothing each year. Only 15% is recycled or donated, and the rest goes directly to the landfill or is incinerated. Reduce your wedding’s environmental footprint by renting your clothes so they can be reused. Many people think of renting the Groom’s suit, but there are lots of perfect island wedding dresses available to rent as well! We rented our model’s dress from Rent the Runway a service where you can rent special occasion dresses as well as everyday fashion.

5. RENT AN ELECTRIC CAR

You would be surprised how many cars there are on an island as small as Oahu. The more you can reduce the toxins that gas-powered vehicles produce and put into the environment the more you can feel good about cruising the island with zero emissions! You can rent electric vehicles through most rental agencies and even easier on Turo the car-sharing app. When you use Turo you are also supporting a local family rather than just a big rental car agency. We rented a Tesla model 3 for this shoot from a local resident through Turo click the link above to rent this model 3.

6. USE NATURE AS YOUR DECOR

When thinking of having a sustainable wedding the key is to really get back to nature and enjoy earth’s beauty. By surrounding yourself with nature as your wedding backdrop you don’t need to bring in a lot of stuff to make your wedding beautiful. I know all the wedding blogs and magazines are constantly pushing “More Stuff”, “More Details”!! The truth is it’s just more stuff to have to manage and more stuff to have to throw away.

When you decrease the amount of “wedding stuff” you instantly become closer to a sustainable wedding and are on your way to an eco-friendly marriage experience!

Simple Oahu Wedding – Team

By employing just a few of these sustainable wedding tips you can make your wedding more eco-friendly yet still stress-free. Our whole company philosophy is stress-free wedding planning and our wedding coordinators are happy to help you embrace a more environmentally friendly wedding!

SEE THE ENTIRE ECO-FRIENDLY WEDDING – BELOW

ABOUT THIS SUSTAINABLE WEDDING-STYLED SHOOT IN OAHU, HI

We chose the Royal Hawaiian Golf Club as our venue for this shoot as it shows off the natural epic beauty of Hawaii! We love that you can take an electric golf cart ride about 5 minutes to a LUSH tropical wild jungle. You can see our Oahu Wedding package at this awesome venue on our website here.

We rented the gorgeous Badgley Mischka gown from Rent the Runway and we loved the simplicity of the lines and the romantic swooped back.

The bridal hair and makeup were done by our friends at Reveal, the soft curls and bold lip look was perfect with the vibrant flower crown.

The locally sourced floral was designed by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii, how gorgeous is that cascading white orchid bouquet!

The hexagon arch was rented from Aloha Artisans. We love the sleek yet simple design of it and how well it went with the dark wood chairs. It added to the natural scenery without taking attention away from it.

Of course, our favorite Oahu wedding photography company, Karma Hill Photography, took these epic wedding photos!

Special thanks to our models Megan and Tim. Megan is one of the photographers at Karma Hill Photography so not only is she great behind the camera, she is stunning in front of it! Thanks to her boyfriend Tim for playing along 🙂

One of the most amazing options about having an Oahu Destination Wedding is the option to say “I do” at a Secret Island location! Ashton and Joel made their way to this majestic setting by way of canoe, but not just any canoe, check out how amazing this large double hull wood canoe is! As they approached this world-renowned nature preserve this bride and groom and their wedding guests were in complete awe by the lush greenery and dramatic mountainside. You might recognize this epic terrain from the big screen, as many movies have been filmed here including Jurassic Park. We can’t think of a cooler location to get married!

Ashton and Joel were so darling together as they experienced an intimate ceremony with their closest family and friends. We especially love that Ashton’s father and mother joined her on a second boat so they could escort her onto the sandy beach, for a meaningful and memorable experience. With this being the first moment Joel saw his bride on their wedding day, he was filled with excitement and gratitude to be marrying the love of his life! These two make one fantastic couple and we absolutely loved working with them to make their Oahu Destination Wedding everything they hoped it would be. Thank you, Ashton and Joel, for including Simple Oahu Wedding on this absolutely magical occasion! Congratulations and Warm Aloha!

Oahu Wedding Package & Coordination: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Christine of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Mike of Karma Hill Photography

Officiant: Rev. Kimo Taylor

Floral: Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Musician: David Asing

Oahu Wedding Location: Kualoa Secret Island

Time of Day: Evening

 

Check out our last Oahu wedding here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/dana-terry-simple-oahu-wedding/

We are happy to announce that we are now offering Oahu Wedding Packages at three beautiful Wedding Venues!

An Oahu beach wedding is a great option for those who want the ultimate in simplicity. The downside to beach weddings is that because they are on public beaches we have to follow strict permitting rules enforced by the state. For couples that have more than 30 guests, want their guests to be seated during the ceremony, or a desire to have more decoration such as a wedding arch, a venue wedding ceremony is a great option!

We have selected three amazing Oahu wedding venues and created simple to book packages. An Oahu destination wedding with stunning photography and floral has never been easier to book, thanks to our new packages!

Complete package details and pricing on all of our Oahu Wedding Venues is available on our website at https://simpleoahuwedding.com/oahu-wedding-venues

Venue 1: Secret Island at Kualoa Ranch
About This Venue: Kualoa Ranch is a world-renowned privately owned nature preserve that boasts views of both lush green mountains and sparkling aqua water. Many movies have been filmed at Kualoa Ranch, but the most well known is probably Jurassic park! The ranch has many wedding venues but the one we love the most is their “Secret Island” location. You and your guests will be transported over a calm ancient fish pond on a large double hull wood canoe, setting the stage for your amazing ceremony! Once on the island, you will stroll through a lush tropical forest to get to the private beach where your ceremony will be held. The photo opportunities at this property are endless and you will have the most amazing photo team there to capture it for you!

Venue 2: Paradise Cove Luau
About This Venue: We created a Paradise Cove Luau wedding package because we LOVE the options this venue offers! It has the option to have a ceremony on the grass with stunning ocean views or a sand in the toes beach ceremony that can seat up to 50 guests. A luau is also a great option for a fun and low-stress wedding reception dinner! You can purchase tables in the box seating area which includes table service and a fabulous view of the show. You get your food and entertainment in one easy package! The Luau is also in the Ko’olina resort that boasts some of the best resorts and weather on the island. Just think, you could stay at the nearby Four Seasons, or Disney’s Aulani, have breakfast with Moana in the morning and enjoy your wedding and Luau at night!

Venue 3: Royal Hawaiian Golf Club
About This Venue: The ceremony location at the Royal Hawaiian Golf Club is breathtaking! Lush green mountains surround you and trees so large they look like they came from prehistoric times are in the distance. We love this Oahu wedding venue because it shows off a different side of Hawaii and the amazing mountains that the island of Oahu is known for. The package includes a golf cart ride for the couple to take advantage of the amazing scenery which includes a jungle with a beautiful pond, an old bridge and a gorgeous fairway with a huge water feature and fountains. For those who still want the beach in their photos, adding on photo time to this package and heading to nearby Waimanalo beach is a great option! You will have the best of Hawaii all in one day and captured perfectly by our photo team.

We can’t wait to host your wedding at one of these spectacular Oahu Wedding Venues!