Brianna & Jonathan

We will join in on one of the best celebrations in Hawaii at the beautiful Royal Kona Resort for a traditional Hawaiian luau. Between the fading sun and the breeze off the Kona coast, we’ll dance and dine the night away. When the sun fades, the tropical breeze will sway the trees to the beat of the drums, to create an easy rhythm to start our luau the right way. With a breathtaking backdrop of glittering waters of the Kona Coast, our oceanfront setting encompasses Polynesian culture.

We'll dive beneath the waves of the Big Island for an unforgettable journey aboard an Atlantis submarine. We will explore 25 acres of natural coral reef and its marine inhabitants as we head more than 100 feet (30.5 m) underwater!

We will night snorkel with the Manta Rays! This experience will definitely amaze us as we watch manta rays come inches from our body. Seeing them during the day is great, but as we see them at night they are feeding on all the plankton that has been drawn to lights. The trip is approximately three and a half hours long and departs from the Honokohou Marina at 5:00 p.m. We will arrive at the site about 45 minutes after departure where we can snorkel a bit before we watch an amazing sunset from the boat. Snacks, fresh island fruit, soda, juice, beer, and wine are all included. Once dark, we will begin our journey with these amazing creatures!

Soon enough, we will be taking a horseback riding adventure on the Big Island! Along the way, we will witness spectacular panoramic views of the mountains and coastline, cinder cones, ancient Hawaiian ruins and lush pastures. This unforgettable honeymoon experience will take us on a journey where the breathtaking beauty of Hawaii will unfold before our eyes!

On our Hawaiian honeymoon we will discover both the Big Island's beauty and its volcanic fury. We will tour the most geologically active environment on earth - the famous Kilauea volcano, which has been continuously erupting since 1983. On this helicopter adventure we will view lava flows and black sand beaches. We will experience all the awesome spectacle of Madame Pele's lava and volcanic badlands, and then explore the lush rainforests of the Hamakua Coast. The towering sea cliffs open into the dramatically deep and meandering valleys of the Kohala Mountains. Beautiful waterfalls cascade thousands of feet into the rainforest below and remnants of ancient Hawaiian settlements are still visible. This is the perfect finish to the ultimate Big Island adventure. This tour was voted #1 by The Travel Channel as the "World's Best Helicopter Thrill."

We'll trade smiles with man's best aquatic friend above or below the water's surface during this shallow-water dolphin interaction. We'll swim with the sea's friendliest and most intelligent species at Dolphin Quest, which for more than two decades, has been a model habitat for marine mammals where dolphins live, play and reproduce free from the threats they face in the wild. Dolphin Quest's Learning Center Lagoon was the first of its kind and inspired a new generation of large, natural habitats for marine mammals.

We don’t want to miss the opportunity to experience this award winning snorkel cruise to historic Kealakekua Bay. This 4-1/2 hour cruise departs daily from Keauhou Bay and includes 2-1/2 hours of snorkeling at pristine Kealakekua Bay, snorkel gear, instruction, and TWO 15’ water slides. We will be served a tropical continental breakfast of bagels and cream cheese, muffins, egg frittatas, croissants, fresh island fruit, 100% Kona coffee grown on an estate farm, herbal tea, and juice. Lunch includes BBQ cheeseburgers, garden burgers, hot dogs, complete condiments, pasta salad, fresh pineapple, chips, cookies, soft drinks, and tropical fruit juice. A no-host bar is open during the last hour of the cruise.

We will get our hike on with a Park Service certified guide on our Kilauea Hike 'n Glow tour. This is a specialized tour designed for adventurous guests looking to get off the beaten path and head off to unique areas of the Park not normally visited on organized tours. Starting at our resort in Kona, our guide will pick us up and drive us through the "saddle" between Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea volcanoes. We will make a quick stop at a store in Hilo for provisions before heading off to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Here we will discover what makes this unique place a UNSESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Preserve. We will start with a visit to the Kilauea Visitor's Center and a picnic-style lunch. Next we will visit the Jaggar Museum, and then on to the Thurston Lava Tube, hike down into the Kilauea Iki crater through the rainforest and across the still-steaming crater floor. This 4-mile hike culminates in a walk through the Thurston Lava Tube. Next we will visit the famous Volcano House. The Volcano House is a landmark which inspired the likes of Mark Twain and Jack London. Then we will enjoy a delicious dinner with Kilauea Volcano safely erupting in the distance through the picture windows. Our adventure will end with a stop at the Halemaumau Crater to view the glow up close before returning to our hotel.

We will take our need for speed to new heights on this thrilling zipline and Akaka Falls adventure. We will enjoy a relaxing drive through Saddle Road with views of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa on our way to the most beautiful falls on Hawaii. Covering nearly two miles of gorgeous tropical river gorges, this 8-line zip course promises views of different waterfalls as we soar over 160 feet above them. Certified staff will guide us over one of the longest lines on Hawaii Island at more than 2,400 feet in length. We will ride the only all side-by-side dual track zipline on Hawaii. Afterwards we will enjoy a picnic deli style lunch. Next, we will take a scenic drive along the Hamakua Coast to Akaka Falls. We will explore Akaka Falls before returning to Kona

We will fly over the magnificent valleys and waterfalls before landing at a private beach for a champagne picnic at the base of a 400 foot waterfall. How romantic!

We'll toast to our lives together as we uncork the effervescence of a bottle of champagne. Cheers!

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 the Big Island'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 that reflects the cultures living on the islands and have many unique dining experiences that will leave us with fond honeymoon memories! We can't wait!

We can plan to start our trip with a romantic flair! What better way than with the decadence of this unbeatable combination?