Hannah & Josh

We will enjoy an unforgettable evening featuring a unique Polynesian hukilau (a communal net-fishing technique), delicious island cuisine and spectacular entertainment. Accompanied by soft sea breezes, the Paradise Cove Luau waits to show us a glimpse of Hawaii past.

This tour is moving in more ways than one. Explore and honor three historic sites that shaped the outcome of World War II in this. You will visit the USS Arizona Memorial where the United States was catapulted into WWII and its fight in the Pacific began. Next, enjoy a tour of the Battleship Missouri. Knowledgeable guides provide colorful stories about the ship’s history and life at sea during a 35-minute guided tour. Later, honor the freedoms bestowed upon us by all those who bravely served our country since WWI at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl. Before heading back into Waikiki, you will drive through historic Honolulu to see Hawaii State Capitol and Honolulu City Hall, Iolani Palace and King Kamehameha Statue, and Kawaiaha`o Church.

From Waikiki, our professional nature guide will shuttle us by van to a tropical rain forest on our own private 75 acre property in Manoa Valley. We'll be issued trail snacks of dried fruits and nuts and a water bottle with optional rubber boots and rain jacket. Then we will take a narrated nature hike 2-miles r/t along a jungle stream with ancient rock terraces and mountain pools to view a hidden 200 foot waterfall. We'll hike back over a bamboo trail viewing the many tropical plants, flowers and trees. Then we will be shuttled to the top of Pu'u 'Ohia (Tantalus) where we'll be outfitted with a KHS cruiser bike and Bell helmet and given safety instructions and practice laps before descending the 5-mile paved jungle road. We'll stop half-way down at Manoa lookout for pictures, narrative and a delicious deli-style lunch (turkey, ham, roast beef or veggie sandwich, chips, cookies and cold beverages). Once we reach the grassy park at the bottom, we'll then return to Waikiki by van.

There's no better introduction to the reef in Hawaii than a glass bottom boat cruise. We will tour the coral gardens teeming with brightly colored reef fish, endangered sea turtles and other marine life.

We will charter a boat and enjoy a honeymoon day of sports fishing at the best fishing spot on the Oahu Coast. Hopefully we'll catch some Mahi Mahi, Pacific Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Wahoo or Rainbow Runners!

We will walk along the trails while admiring the surroundings of this tropical paradise! We will witness the lush jungle trails, taro patches, magnificent waterfalls and historical spiritual sites. On this historic cliff-side trail, we will also see towering mountains, spectacular emerald green valleys and we will encounter beautiful waterfalls with breathtaking views!

The catch of the day awaits us! As seafood lovers it will be hard to choose from the different types of seafood restaurants and the variety of fresh fish, all complemented by delectable side dishes, fresh vegetables, and an incredible selection of wines. A delicious treat!

We will start with our favorite delicacies at the sushi bar in our chosen Japanese restaurant. Then, enjoy the authentic Japanese dining room, where award-winning chefs skillfully twirl their knives through the air during the teppanyaki cooking show. We may even try a glass or two of hot sake.

We’ll love a night just to ourselves! Indulging in the romantic ambiance, we’ll enjoy tantalizing cuisine at our favorite restaurant and make a toast to our lives together!

We look forward to reserving an intimate candlelit dinner. We'll choose a quiet restaurant with a warm atmosphere, outstanding cuisine and impeccable service.

At our favorite Steak House, we'll reserve a table so we can tantalize our tastebuds! We'll choose from an array of prime aged steaks, chops, bone-In New York, filet mignon, double pork chops and racks of lamb. All choices are grilled the classic way juicy, tender, with the flavors developed fully. This is a sanctuary for us steak aficionados. Our mouths are watering just thinking about it.

With so many ice cream parlors in town, we'll try everything from hot fudge sundaes to soft serve ice cream and thick milkshakes. Who cares about the diet on our fantastic getaway!

Thank you for allowing us to pre-plan our trip. It all goes towards having the ultimate getaway made possible by your generous registry gift.

We'll need a spa day just to ourselves! We will sit back, relax and indulge in a rejuvenating and revitalizing spa treatment or massage to help soothe our tense muscles and to help us get back in the groove.

We will experience the special indulgence of a couple's massage lying side-by-side being pampered with exotic oils that hydrate the skin, rejuvenate senses, and leave us refreshed and revitalized. We want to reserve our spa treatments early for this ultimate spa experience!

With your thoughtful wedding gift, we’ll enjoy Oahu’s beautiful charm and spectacular beaches on our romantic honeymoon! We'll shop at an array of small local boutiques with crafts and slip off our shoes and kick back Hawaiian-style as we watch the changing colors of another incredible Hawaiian sunset. We'll taste the flavors of regional cuisine reflecting the cultures living on the islands and many unique dining experiences leaving us with fond honeymoon memories! We can't wait!