Rev. Kuya

A Maui destination wedding that starts with a cake-topped proposal and ends with ocean-kissed vows is already winning, but Ashly and Shawn somehow made it even sweeter.

These two Tennessee lovebirds first met thanks to well-meaning friends and a setup that didn’t quite go as planned. A year later, they reconnected and never looked back. Timing really is everything. Shawn sealed it with a birthday surprise that turned into a proposal. Ashly came home expecting cake, then spotted a ring on top that read “Marry Shawny,” a sweet nod from her daughter that makes the whole story feel like a rom-com you never want to end.

Set at the Beach House in Makena, Maui, their ceremony felt like a sunlit dream. Towering floral arrangements framed the aisle just steps from the ocean. Palm trees swayed overhead as if they were part of the celebration.

Ashly looked radiant in her flowing gown, and Shawn was all smiles in his light suit. Surrounded by their closest family and friends, they exchanged vows with waves rolling in behind them. It was joyful, intimate, and full of heart.

Wishing Ashly and Shawn a lifetime of love, laughter, and perfectly timed surprises.

MAUI DESTINATION WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time of day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographers: Angelica of Karma Hill Photography

Maui Wedding Package: The Beach House in Makena ceremony package

Onsite Coordinator: Diana of Simple Maui Wedding

Florals: White sands bouquet, maile lei, white flower lei, boutonniere, asymmetrical flower towers by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Acoustic Musician: Kalo

A wedding in Maui like Amber and Quinn’s feels like stepping into a story that was always meant to unfold this way. From the start, their connection felt easy and natural.

They met through friends and when the world slowed down, they finally spent time together in person. Quinn rode his bike to Amber’s house, and everything clicked. That same feeling carried them to Merriman’s Kapalua. Ocean views and soft greenery created a calm, beautiful setting.

Amber wore a lace, sheer illusion gown that flowed with every step. Quinn chose a tan linen suit that felt relaxed and refined. Blue and white baby’s breath wove through Amber’s braid and added a soft, romantic touch. They stood beneath the arch and exchanged vows and rings. You could feel the quiet joy between them in every moment.

Then Maui added its own blessing. A rainbow stretched across the sky behind them and made the moment feel even more special.

As golden hour arrived, the light softened. They walked along the shoreline, laughing and holding each other close. Every moment felt warm, calm, and full of love. Their photos reflect that same energy with a hint of celebration woven throughout. Amber and Quinn created something truly special, and their story is only just beginning.

Amber and Quinn, thank you so much for choosing us to capture your beautiful wedding in Maui and for letting us be part of such a meaningful chapter in your story.

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Package: Merriman’s Lawn Ceremony Package by Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Angelica of Karma Hill Photography

Hair and Makeup: Love & Beauty

Florals: Maui Elegance Bouquet, Maile lei, White flower lei, Floral Arrangements on a Driftwood Arch, Boutonniere, Petals, Child’s Flower Crown, Loose Petals by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Maui Wedding Venue: Merriman’s Kapalua

Discover the magic of Maui Elopement through Jenn and David’s heartfelt vows exchanged on the beautiful shores of Maui. After years of building a life together in Seattle, they decided it was time, and honestly, it was the best decision.

With the ocean stretching endlessly behind them and soft waves rolling onto the shore, they exchanged vows in a way that felt grounded and full of meaning. Their connection was easy and playful, the kind shaped by shared mornings, mountain biking adventures, and quiet moments at home with their dog and David’s two children.

As the light shifted, their Maui Elopement felt even more magical. Then they wandered along the shoreline. They laughed often and paused for quiet embraces. Meanwhile, they soaked in every second. Maui has been part of their story since 2018. Now it holds this chapter too. As a result, it is a place they will return to again and again. Finally, the golden sunset wrapped around them. They held each other close, creating images that feel both timeless and full of life.

Jenn and David, your day was warm, intentional, and beautifully reflective of everything you have built together. It was such a joy to capture your story in a place that clearly feels like home.

MAUI ELOPEMENT – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Elopement Photographers: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Maluaka Beach

Maui Elopement: Just the Two of Us by Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Kuya

Wedding Florals: Provided by Clients

Enida and Shane’s Maui Venue Wedding felt like the kind of love story that was always meant to find its way back. They first met in high school and stayed friends. Enida and Shane’s Maui Venue Wedding felt like the kind of love story that was always meant to find its way back. From the very beginning, their story carried a sense of timing and intention that made every moment feel even more meaningful.

Their day at Wailea Beach Resort’s Lanai Point was the sweetest continuation of that journey, with ocean views stretching endlessly behind them and soft light wrapping around every moment in the most effortless way.

Their ceremony was heartfelt and beautiful. Beneath a driftwood arch with lush greenery and white florals, they exchanged leis and vows by the ocean. Meanwhile, waves rolled in like a gentle applause. You could feel their connection in every glance and laugh. Their life already feels full with gym dates, fantasy marathons, and their sweet golden retriever waiting at home. Overall, it was intimate, genuine, and completely them.

As the sun dipped lower, their Maui Venue Wedding shifted into golden hour magic. Barefoot along the shoreline, wrapped up in each other with the sky painted in soft pastels, Enida and Shane looked like they had stepped right into the next chapter of their story. The joy, the calm, the undeniable love between them made every moment feel timeless.

Enida and Shane, thank you for trusting us to capture such a meaningful day.

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Package: Wailea Beach Resort – Lanai Point Package

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Samantha of Karma Hill Photography

Ceremony Audio Tech: Mike (Take 3 Events)

Florals: Custom Bouquet, Boutonnieres, Petals, Driftwood Arch Arrangements, Maile and White flower leis by Dellables

Hair & Makeup: Love Art Beauty

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Maui Wedding Venue: Wailea Beach Resort – Lanai Point

There is something undeniably special about a wedding in Maui, and Carol and Cody’s day felt like the perfect reflection of that magic. Set along the golden shores with the ocean stretching endlessly behind them, their celebration was equal parts elegant and deeply personal.

Dressed in all white, they created a timeless look that felt effortlessly elevated against the soft blues of the sea. Carol’s gown featured delicate lace detailing along the waist and bodice, catching the light in the most beautiful way, while her white flower crown added a soft, romantic finish. Beside her, Cody looked just as striking in his crisp white suit, made even more meaningful by the Ti Maile lei adorned with white orchids that had been gifted by friends who couldn’t be there in person.

What made this wedding in Maui truly unforgettable was the feeling woven into every moment. There was a quiet intimacy as they stood together, hands intertwined, their gold rings glinting in the sunlight as if marking the start of something both grounded and extraordinary.

The shoreline seemed to echo their joy, waves rolling in gently as laughter and love filled the air. It was the kind of day that didn’t need anything extra, just the two of them, the ocean, and the people who mattered most. Every detail came together so naturally, creating a celebration that felt as effortless as it was meaningful.

Carol and Cody, your wedding in Maui was a beautiful reminder of how powerful simple, heartfelt moments can be, and it was such an honor to capture the beginning of your next chapter together.

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographers: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Po’olenalena Beach

Maui Elopement: Simply Beautiful Maui Beach Wedding Package #2

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa from Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

Wedding Florals: Maui Elegance Bouquet, Ti Maile lei wrapped with white orchids, White flower lei, and Flower Crown by Dellables

There is something extra meaningful about a Maui Vow Renewal that happens right after a heavy storm clears. Jackie and Andy arrived at Polo Beach with their three sweet girls and fifteen years of love behind them, and somehow the island decided to gift them the softest pocket of sunshine after the storm. The sky stayed gently overcast, the ocean calm but alive, and the whole morning felt like a quiet exhale after chaos.

Jackie looked radiant in white, Andy couldn’t stop smiling at her, and their daughters, dressed in the dreamiest neutral tones, hovered close like little witnesses to something really special. It was not just a ceremony, it was a celebration of everything they have built together.

Their Maui Vow Renewal unfolded with laughter, sandy toes, and the kind of joy that only comes from a family that truly loves being together. The girls twirled around their parents, raced along the shoreline, and filled the morning with playful energy, creating memories that felt just as meaningful as the vows themselves. It was not only a celebration of Jackie and Andy’s love, but of the beautiful life they have built together as a family.

Waves rolled in softly behind them, the breeze caught just enough movement in Jackie’s dress, and every moment felt effortless and real. It was sweet and emotional and just a little bit playful, which is exactly how twenty five years of love should feel. Jackie and Andy, thank you for letting us be part of such a beautiful chapter.

MAUI VOW RENEWAL – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographers: Vanessa from Karma Hill Photography

Beach Location: Polo Beach

Vow Renewal in Maui: Just the Two of Us Package by Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

Florals: Brought by Jackie & Andy

If you’re searching for the perfect Maui venue wedding, Meeka and Drake’s day at Sugar Beach Events might just be it. Set right along the ocean with swaying palms and wide open skies, this Maui venue wedding felt effortlessly romantic from the very beginning.

Their ceremony unfolded on a manicured lawn just steps from the shoreline, with the softest ocean breeze and the kind of light that makes everything glow. The clean, coastal setting paired with the lush greenery gave their day a feeling that was both elevated and completely relaxed, like it was always meant to happen right there.

After they said I do, the celebration flowed seamlessly into portraits that showed off everything this Maui venue wedding has to offer. From the tropical landscaping and modern beachfront building to the sandy shoreline just beyond, every corner felt like a new backdrop waiting to happen

Stepping into their first moments as a married couple, Meeka’s gown moved beautifully against the ocean tones while Drake couldn’t stop smiling at her, and together they brought so much warmth to an already stunning setting. Sugar Beach Events truly delivered a space that feels equal parts scenic and intimate, and it was such a joy capturing their day here.

Meeka and Drake, congratulations. It was an honor to capture your beautiful day, and we wish you a lifetime of love and happiness!

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Package: Sugar Beach Events Ceremony by Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Kylie of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Samantha of Karma Hill Photography

Ceremony Audio Tech: Mike (Take 3 Events)

Florals: Maui Elegance Bouquet, Maile and White flower leis by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Maui Wedding Venue: Sugar Beach Events

There is something quietly magical about a Maui beach wedding, especially in the early morning when the light is soft and the ocean looks impossibly blue. Kyle and Megan traveled all the way from Wisconsin to begin their next chapter at Baldwin Beach Park, and the setting could not have been more perfect.

The shoreline stretched out behind them in shades of blue and white, the breeze carried that unmistakable salty air, and the entire morning felt calm, joyful, and full of anticipation as they stood together ready to say “I do.”

After the ceremony, they wandered into the lush greenery, where the vibrant tropical plants created a beautiful, peaceful backdrop for Kyle and Megan to share a few quiet moments together. Surrounded by rich greens and soft morning light, the setting felt intimate and calm before they made their way back toward the shoreline.

There, the bright sand and brilliant blue ocean framed them perfectly as they finished their portraits along the beach. Their Maui beach wedding felt simple in the very best way. Just love, laughter, and the kind of morning that feels like the beginning of something wonderful.

Congratulations, Kyle and Megan! We are so honored to have been part of your beautiful wedding and wish you both a lifetime of love, adventure, and happiness together!

Time Of Day: Morning

Maui Wedding Photographers: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Baldwin Beach Park

Maui Elopement: Just The Two of Us Package Package #1

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

Wedding Florals: Bridal bouquet provided by bride

Some love stories start with a swipe and end with a Maui destination wedding overlooking one of the most beautiful stretches of ocean in the world. Rena and Masashi traveled all the way from Tokyo, Japan, but their story began much more simply through a dating app and four years of growing closer together.

Masashi’s proposal already sounded like something straight out of a movie, literally. He reserved a private theater and surprised Rena with a video filled with their favorite memories before asking her to marry him. So it felt perfectly fitting that their wedding day at the Seaside Chapel at Grand Wailea was just as cinematic.

Bright stained glass windows framed the chapel, soft tropical light filled the space, and as they stood together at the altar surrounded by loved ones, the moment felt quietly magical.

One of the most striking details from their Maui destination wedding was their timeless all white style. Masashi looked incredibly sharp in his white suit while Rena’s gown felt elegant and refined, especially with her delicate gloves and the beautiful accessories that perfectly matched the lace details of her dress. Even her earrings echoed the intricate patterns of the gown, tying everything together in the most thoughtful way. After the ceremony, the celebration moved outside where the palm trees, sparkling pools, and bright blue ocean created the dreamiest backdrop for portraits. Every photo felt joyful, romantic, and effortlessly stylish, which felt exactly like Rena and Masashi themselves.

Rena and Masashi, thank you for letting us capture such a beautiful chapter of your story and for choosing us to be part of your Maui destination wedding.

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Morning

Maui Wedding Package: Grand Wailea Seaside Chapel Ceremony by Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Rebecca of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography

Ceremony Audio Tech: Mike (Take 3 Events)

Florals: White Sands Bouquet Bouquet, Maile lei, White flower lei by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Maui Wedding Venue: Grand Wailea Seaside Chapel

A Maui beach wedding at Po’olenalena Beach feels a little bit like stepping into a screensaver, except it is real and you can feel the sand between your toes. Kasey and Joshua flew all the way from Fort Wayne, Indiana to stand in that golden light, and we could see immediately that this was exactly where they were meant to be. Two microbiologists who met on the same hospital shift, who fell in love somewhere between lab reports and long nights, choosing sunshine and salt air as the backdrop to forever.

The ocean stretched endlessly behind them, the waves rolling in soft and steady, and Kasey looked at Josh like he had just handed her another note tied to one of their beloved dogs asking her to marry him all over again. Only this time there were no backyard decorations, just Maui doing what Maui does best and showing off.

They have always joked about honeymooning in Hawaii one day, and then they did something very on brand for two smart, decisive scientists. They turned the honeymoon into the wedding. Barefoot in the sand, wrapped in that warm island breeze, they promised forever in the place they both dreamed about. There is something wildly romantic about choosing joy on purpose, about loving sunshine and the beach and your two fur babies so much that you build a life that reflects it.

Kasey and Joshua, your day was bright and heartfelt and completely you. Congratulations on your beautiful Maui beach wedding and on starting this next chapter with sandy toes and full hearts.

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographers: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Po’olenalena Beach

Maui Elopement: Simply Beautiful Maui Beach Wedding Package #2

Wedding Content Creator: Kescily

Onsite Coordinator: Kylie from Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

Wedding Florals: Wailea Sunset Bouquet by Dellables

Destination wedding in Maui feels almost too small a phrase for what Tiffany and Tosh created at Polo Beach. The ocean was that impossible shade of blue that makes you question every other beach you have ever seen, and the palms swayed like they were personally invested in this love story. Tiffany walked across the sand, glowing, her lace dress catching the light, a white plumeria lei resting against her sun-kissed skin. Tosh waited for her with the softest smile and a thick green maile lei draped over his shoulders, looking equal parts proud and completely in awe. It felt intimate and effortless, like Maui itself was wrapping them up and whispering yes, this is exactly right.

What made it even sweeter was knowing their family story is already beautifully woven together. Tiffany’s daughter Austyn, ten years old and full of quiet observant magic, stood as living proof that this love is not just about two people, but about the life they are building as a team.

After heartfelt vows at Polo Beach, everyone celebrated at Ko Restaurant at the Fairmont Kea Lani, where laughter, clinking glasses, and that warm Maui evening air wrapped around them like a blessing. Between rounds of golf, sports, hiking trails, and all the outdoor adventures they love, this Destination wedding in Maui now gets to live at the very top of their highlight reel.

Tiffany and Tosh, your love feels playful, grounded, and ready for anything, and we are so honored you chose this island and us to capture the start of your next chapter.

DESTINATION WEDDING IN MAUI – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographers: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Beach Wedding Locations: Polo Beach

Wedding in Maui: Maui Elopement Package #1 by Simple Maui Wedding + 1 hour of Additional Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Diana from Simple Maui Wedding

Hair & Makeup: Maui Makeup Artistry

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

Wedding Florals: Flower Crown, Custom Bouquet, Leis & Table Decor by Dellables

Bruce & Brenda’s Maui Elopement at Poʻolenalena Beach was a heartfelt celebration set against one of Maui’s most stunning backdrops. With gentle waves, soft ocean breezes, and warm sunlight wrapping the shoreline, their day felt peaceful, intimate, and effortlessly romantic. They shared meaningful vows with the West Maui Mountains and the endless blue horizon framing every moment, creating a ceremony that was both simple and deeply personal.

Bruce & Brenda met in the most charmingly ordinary way, neighbors crossing paths in a shared parking lot back in Nashville, Tennessee, and somehow that simple beginning led them all the way to Maui. The beach delivered soft sand, glowing light, and an ocean backdrop that felt expansive and calm, mirroring the grounded joy between them. Brenda’s bouquet and lace dress caught the light beautifully, while Bruce looked completely at ease, the kind of groom who knows he is exactly where he is meant to be.

Mahalo Brenda & Bruce for choosing Simple Maui Wedding for your Elopement in Maui! Wishing you a wonderful marriage!!

MAUI ELOPEMENT – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographers: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Po’olenalena Beach

Maui Elopement: Elopement Package #1 by Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Mira from Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

Wedding Florals: Maui Elegance Bouquet by Dellables