Plate
$225
Hotel Avg
$410
Best Month
September
Airport Dist.
10km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in KauaiComplete guide for your wedding in Kauai
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Kauai, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Romantic adventure on the garden island. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 10/10 in romanticism, Kauai offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Kauai has excellent leisure infrastructure (6/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Kauai
Main advantages
- Prehistoric tropical nature of untamed beauty (Na Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon).
- Very exclusive and private destination, ideal for intimate weddings or elopements.
Points to keep in mind
- Extremely expensive accommodation and services.
- It is one of the wettest islands in the archipelago, requiring a backup plan.
The style in Kauai
Dominant Style
Wild Exotic Tropical
Local Tradition
Outdoor ceremony with flower collar exchange (Lei Exchange) and Hawaiian ukulele music
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Kauai
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa
Huge resort in Poipu with spectacular pools, cliffs, and fine Hawaiian dining.
National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG)
Stunning jungle settings like the Limahuli Valley for movie-like weddings.
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
Eco-luxury hotel with panoramic views of Hanalei Bay and Mount Makana.
Wedding traditions in United States
What a local guest expects to see on the wedding day.
Rehearsal Dinner
Informal dinner held the night before the wedding with close family and friends.
First Look
A private moment where the couple sees each other dressed up for the first time before the ceremony.
Legal requirements to marry in United States
Application steps, timing and paperwork for foreigners.
Civil authority
County Clerk's Office
Minimum notice
3 days
Witnesses per spouse
1
Key steps
- Apply for a marriage license at the local County Clerk's office.
- Submit passport, birth certificate, and affidavit of single status.
- Wait the mandatory waiting period (varies between 24 and 72 hours in some states).
- Solemnize the marriage with a certified officiant and register the certificate.
Extra documents for foreigners
If you do not reside in United States- Certified translation of the birth certificate if not in English.
- Apostilled decree of previous divorce (if applicable).
- Valid passport with visa or ESTA.
How to get there from United States
Main airports
Rail
Amtrak
Common departure points
Madrid · Barcelona · London · Paris · Frankfurt
Typical vendors in United States
What American couples ask most
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Alojamiento para tu boda en Kauai
Precio medio: ~380€/noche
Los mejores hoteles para invitados y novios. Compara precios en Booking, Expedia, Agoda y más en una sola búsqueda.
Comparamos precios en +100 webs de reservas
Vuelos a Kauai
Encuentra los mejores vuelos comparando cientos de aerolineas y agencias. Alertas de precio incluidas para que reserves en el mejor momento.
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Que hacer en Kauai
Actividades para invitados que viajan a la boda: tours guiados, experiencias locales y planes para los dias previos o posteriores.
Cancelacion gratuita en la mayoria de actividades
Preparativos esenciales
Seguro de viaje
Imprescindible para viajar tranquilos
- Cobertura medica
- Cancelacion de vuelos
- Equipaje perdido
- Asistencia 24h
eSIM internacional
Internet sin roaming ni sorpresas
- Datos ilimitados
- Sin cambiar de SIM
- Activa al instante
- Cobertura en +190 paises
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a wedding in Kauai cost?
The average menu is 210€ per person. Due to travel costs to Hawaii, an average wedding of 50 guests ranges between 35,000$ and 65,000$, focusing on natural luxury.
Is it easy to get a marriage license in Hawaii?
Yes, it is extremely simple. You fill out the Hawaii state application online, pay a fee, and book a quick appointment with a local registrar on the island.
What is the Lei exchange in a Hawaiian wedding?
It is a beautiful tradition where the couple gives each other fresh flower leis at the start of the ceremony as a symbol of love, respect, and family welcome.
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Estimated Budget
Price converted to USD from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
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