Frequently Asked Questions
DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO
KAPALUA BAY BEACH:
Go NORTH on Hwy 30 through Ka’anapali,
Kahana,
Napili.
Turn LEFT on OFFICE
RD. (Sign says Kapalua Resort!)
Go to the END of
OFFICE RD. and take a LEFT.
Go approximately 7/10
of a mile and turn RIGHT into KAPALUA
BAY PARKING LOT.
NOTE: This parking lot is just one
lot SOUTH of the MERRIMANS RESTAURANT
PARKING LOT.
If the lot is full then park on the adjacent street.
The most important first step is to
pick the date and time. We perform several hundred weddings
on public beaches and private locations each year, so the
earlier you reserve your date with us, the better.
2.
Do you pick the location or do we get to
do that?
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“If you can dream it, we can
arrange it.” We’re here to help fulfill your dream wedding.
If you have a location in mind, we will discuss the
feasibility of that location. We can also recommend some of
the best locations. We’ve been doing this for over a decade.
3. What do we
need to do about getting our marriage license?
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Dolphin Dream Weddings will set up your marriage license
appointment for you before your arrival on Maui. We will
send you a directional map from your hotel or condo to the
licensing agent’s office. The fee for your marriage license
is $60 (cash) paid to the licensing agent. Photo id (i.e.:
driver’s license or passport) is required and the bride and
groom must both attend the appointment. After the license
has been issued you have up to 30 days to get married
anywhere on the Hawaiian Islands. Following the ceremony, we
will send the completed license to the State Department of
Health. Your certified copy will be mailed to you after you
get home.
Click here
to download a PDF of the license application.
4. Where are the
best beaches for sunset weddings?
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Since the sun sets in the west, the beaches on the west side
of the island are better for sunset weddings (you can’t see
the sun set over the water on the east side). Beaches in the
Kapalua and Kaanapali area of West Maui, and beaches in the
Makena and Wailea area of South Maui usually provide the
best sunset views.
5. What time of
day is the best time to get married?
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We recommend the early mornings (8-9 am) and late afternoons
(usually 1-1.5 hours before sunset) as the best times for
your ceremony. The middle of the day, if on a popular beach,
can be quite crowded with “sun worshippers,” and it is the
warmest part of the day.
6. Do you help
with receptions?
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Yes, whether it is a party of two, or a large reception, we
can help secure the perfect post-wedding celebration sites,
food (catered or restaurant), and entertainment.
7. What happens if it rains?
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If it rains, we can guarantee one thing, someone is going to
get wet! We have close communication with God (prayer), but
we don’t have control over the weather. We usually wait out
a “pineapple” shower, but if the rain persists, we can
relocate to another beach where it is not raining. Some
private sites may have pavilions, or tents can be rented as
a backup. In some cases, there may be an additional charge
to secure a facility for the possibility of rain.
9. Why should we
use your professional photography or videography?
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Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event. Capturing it for
future viewing is very important. Our professional
photographers and videographers can capture the best scenes
and ensure proper lighting and effects. From “Just Maui’d”
photos in the sand, to romantic sunburst video footage, we
can capture the special moments of a wedding day. It can be
very disappointing if a couple relies on a friend or family
member to videotape their ceremony only to discover a
camcorder unable to pick up the audio (we use wireless
microphones), or when the photos don’t turn our because of
poor lighting.
10. Can we buy
the negatives from the photographer?
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For years, professional photographers have been only able to
make prints available. With the rise of digital photography,
more and more photographers are able to share
digital negatives.
The photographers of Dolphin Dream Weddings can either
presale the cost of including the digital negatives, or can
work with you to purchase additional photos after you’ve had
the chance to view all the negatives. Additional photos,
photo enhancements, and canvas portraits are available for
an additional fee.
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