Joy & Doug

On our romantic escape we will discover the highlights of our honeymoon destination with your generous wedding gift. Expedia offers an array of tours, activities and excursions. Thank you for allowing us to plan our dream honeymoon by contributing to any and all of our adventures as a newly married couple.

This full day of adventure has it all! We will enjoy fantastic scenery as we kayak a leisurely two miles on the Hule'ia River. We will learn about the ecology, natural history, culture, folklore, and legends of Kauai while hiking the private footpaths through Kauai's pristine tropical paradise. We will climb aboard a one-of-a-kind farm wagon and take in the spectacular views of Kipu Ranch - made famous in films like Jurassic Park and Raiders of the Lost Ark. We will enjoy a sumptuous picnic lunch, and then comes the highlight, ziplining through the wild forest canopy! We will fly past the breathtaking Haupu Mountains and over towering trees on a thrilling 800' Zipline. We will take in the sights as we traverse a lush rain forest valley on an exciting suspension bridge. We will share a shriek with each other on a new 1800' tandem zipline that are the ultimate rush! The center dismount allows for 90 seconds of air time so we will be "in-flight" for over a quarter mile! Next, we will cool off at the beautiful, secluded, wet and wild Blue Pool. We can try the new T-Bar Water Zipline; we just hold on, step off and zip over the refreshing waters, let go, and SPLASH! We will take a short walk through the rainforest back to riverside where we will kick back and relax as Hawaiian-style canoe motors us home. It's the perfect day for adventurers of all ages, and one we will remember always!

Our unique tubing adventure will take us back in time to the sugar plantation era. We will relive old traditions and tube the flumes and ditches of the old Lihue Plantation. The Tubing Adventure is an exclusive tubing experience that occurs on private lands that have never before been open to the public. There's something for everyone and every fitness level! We should get ready to have some fun and get wet!

We'll watch as the evening dims and then relights with poi ball twirlers and fire knife dancers. A lavish buffet will await us in an evening that captures the gambit - from the quiet intimacy to the stunning display of sight and sounds. Nestled in a 35-acre (14-ha) manicured pasture, Gaylord's Restaurant Kilohana sits at the end of a winding driveway. When we enter we will see the paintings of Ethel and Gaylord Parke Wilcox that line the walls. The luau celebrates the triumphs and struggles of the Hawaiian people - culminating in word, music and the hypnotic light trails of a fire dance.

The Bike Downhill Canyon to Coast is an exhilarating bike ride from the rim of the famed Waimea Canyon (el. 3500') down 13 miles of smooth winding blacktop all of the way to the shore of the blue Pacific. We will enjoy the beautiful early morning light over Waimea Canyon, which is just spectacular! We won't be snoozing, we will be cruising! We will be served steaming Kauai Coffee and fresh blueberry muffins as we ride up in a van. If we decide to take the afternoon tour, we will see the sun dip low over Ni'ihau, the Forbidden Island. We will be served cold soft drinks, spring water and Kauai cookies. Comfortable helmets and operating procedures make for a ride that's safe and controlled, yet still invigorating. We will be riding through one of the most beautiful and interesting places on the planet, so of course, we will stop along the way for photos and narrative on history, culture, folklore, and legends. We will get hands-on and identify native plants, trees and birds. As well as having an enjoyable ride in a beautiful place, we will learn about what makes Kauai so special!

There's no better introduction to the reef in Hawaii than a glass bottom boat cruise. We will tour the coral gardens of the coast, teeming with brightly colored reef fish, endangered sea turtles and other marine life without getting wet!

We will enjoy a relaxing day seeing the wonderful sights of the many botanical gardens on Kauai! While exploring the gardens, we will come across fragrant tropical flowers and lush plants and learning about the impact they have on the precious ecosystems.

We don't want to settle for a standard room especially on this special time. With your gift, we can plan ahead and upgrade to a romantic suite on our once in a lifetime trip!

What better way to enhance our fine dining experience than with our chosen bottle of exceptional wine. Cheers!

It's casual, fun and perfect for an afternoon lunch. With so many restaurants in town, we'll choose the most perfect, casual restaurant where we'll take delight in the juiciest burgers, fresh sandwiches, chicken and fries!

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!

On our Hawaiian honeymoon, we will enjoy many evenings dining on native food prepared using traditional cooking methods! With island blends of cross-cultural innovations and enticing spices, we will savor the fresh flavors of paradise!

Thai food is dazzling and exotic. We will reserve a table to enjoy tantalizing dishes that will awake our taste buds as we dine on cuisine born out of artistry and ingenuity at our favorite restaurant!

Wonder who will feed who grapes in bed? We'll order a nice basket of fruit that should keep our energy high.

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

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!

It won't be like driving at home. Exploring on our honeymoon will be an adventure.

A scooter is a fun and casual way to see the sights of our honeymoon destination. No need to fix our hair for this trip!

Any help to get to and from our destination is a wonderful gift. We will be thanking you long after take off.

With your lovely wedding gift, we will experience a romantic and special honeymoon! We will begin our new lives together and enjoy each other's company while creating unforgettable honeymoon memories. It's our happily ever after and we thank you for making our honeymoon extraordinary!

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

With your thoughtful wedding gift, we’ll enjoy Kauai's beautiful charm and spectacular beaches on our romantic honeymoon! we'll shop at an array of small local boutiques with crafts, We will 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 a reflection of the cultures living on the islands and many unique dining experiences leaving us with fond honeymoon memories! We cant wait!

As aspiring oenophiles, or people who just like wine, we'll spend a day at our desired winery enjoying the entertaining and knowledgeable explanation of the winemaking process, followed by a tasting of some of the finest wines!