Mary & Jared

Ko’a Kea is located on Poipu Beach, one of Kauai’s beach beaches for snorkeling. Equipped with our fins, mask and snorkel, we’re bound to see colorful fish, monk seals, sea turtles and other tropical sea life.

The complete beauty and essence of Kauai can only be recognized from a bird’s eye view. A helicopter tour will allow us to view some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere on earth, including Waimea Canyon, the Na Pali coast, and the waterfalls made famous in movies such as Jurassic Park and Fantasy Island.

We’ll embark on a series of zip line crossings, soaring over Kauai’s breathtaking valleys and streams. An idyllic waterfall and swimming hole where we can “take the plunge” again awaits at the end!

For high-speed thrills, this three-hour tour will put us behind the wheel and take us through 23 miles of off-road trails, stopping at famous movie filming locations, panoramic views and cultural sites key to Hawaiian history.

Donate to the honeymoon alcohol fund! Will be used on delicious island cocktails (maybe even in a coconut!) and Jared’s favorite hoppy IPAs. We will definitely have a good time. All contributors to the alcohol fund get a special toast said in their honor on our honeymoon!

Tropical island weather allows for baring backs year round. Give this often neglected, hard to reach area the care it deserves. This wonderfully relaxing treatment uses powerful antioxidant rich products to cleanse and purify. A gentle cleanse and steam, exfoliation, extractions if needed, purifying mask and luxurious massage restore skin to a soft, smooth, clearer condition.

Sharing Songs and Legends of the Wailua River Valley is a Family Tradition. In 1946, Walter Smith, Sr. and his wife, Emily, started our family business with a small rowboat and a borrowed outboard motor. Four generations later, we continue Grandpa’s tradition of sharing our love of Kauai and its rich cultural heritage. During the two mile river journey, you’ll hear songs and stories of ancient Hawaii — like the King’s Highway, sacred Mount Kapu, and the First Hau Tree. In addition, guests enjoy learning the hula during a lesson provided by one of our cousins. Everyone gets into the act during the river cruise! Smith’s famous Wailua River cruise boats are powered by an ingenious rear-engine system invented by Walter Smith, Sr. The spacious, open-air boats provide excellent views from either side during the trip upstream. The Wailua River is known as “the only navigable river” in all Hawaii. The river’s fresh water pours down from Mt. Wai‘ale‘ale, one of the wettest spots on the planet. Lands along the river were the sacred capital of ancient Kauai and the birthplace of the island’s ali‘i, or royalty. At the Fern Grotto landing, you’ll enjoy a short nature walk through the rainforest to the lush Fern Grotto. The Fern Grotto is a geological wonder of Kauai. Ferns grow upside down from the roof of the grotto, which was formed millions of years ago. Native Hawaiian plants and colorful exotic tropical plants provide a rain-forest atmosphere. The entire tour takes one hour and 20 minutes round-trip.

Let us discover the flavors of the island on our own... this wishlist item is for Dinner at a local restaurant!

Let us discover the flavors of the island on our own... this wishlist item is for lunch at a local restaurant!

Let us explore the shops of Kauai on our own and bring back some great souvenirs... and maybe something pretty for Mary ;).

First time (non-certified) divers will experience the PADI Discover Scuba Diving program, which covers the fundamental rules and guidelines of safe scuba diving. This experience can also be applied toward your PADI Open Water Certification. After a detailed, hands-on orientation, divers will enter shallow water and practice four basic scuba-related skills. These skills are designed to build confidence and to show you just how easy scuba diving really is. After satisfactorily completing the skills portion of your lesson, you are qualified to dive to a maximum depth of 40 feet under the direct supervision of our PADI instructors. The entire process for a 2 tank introductory dive experience from arrival to departure takes approximately 4 ½ hours. Should you choose to only do only a 1 tank dive, the approximate time will be 3 hours from arrival to departure.

The Kilauea Volcano from Kauai is a unique way to spend you day. You will visit the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and learn about the seismic activity and culture built around it. Explore Mauna Loa, the world’s largest volcano, and Kilauea,the world’s most active volcano. Big Island’s culture & legends are closely tied with the natural phenomena of the volcanoes, steam vents, and lava beds. You are not guaranteed to see red-hot lava flow, you may experience a smoldering crater or a steam vent. Along with the volcano, you take in some beautiful & unique scenery. On this tour, you’ll visit the town of Hilo, Rainbow Falls, Queen Lydia Liliuokalani Gardens, and see amazing natural formations, including the Kilauea Iki Steam Vents and the Thurston Lava Tube. Learn about the chronological life of the volcano at the Jaggar Museum, and view the overlook of the Halema’uma’u Crater.

This pairing of our most popular services will have you feeling like island royalty. A 50-minute lomi lomi massage is accompanied by a 50-minute customized facial and warm coconut scalp massage to send your body, mind and spirit into a state of deep relaxation.

For centuries, Hawaiians have enjoyed this cleansing and moisturizing ritual. Sugar is infused with essential oils to perfectly polish the skin. The ritual continues with a delicately scented Hawaiian botanical body massage and scalp massage.

In this class you will make your very own flower lei with sweet fragrant plumeria flowers. This is a wonderful class for the whole family to take together, as you pick out your flowers, colors and design and learn to properly string them to preserve their beauty. Leave the class wearing your beautiful flower lei. This is a must-do on Kauai!

Arrrr you ready to discover Kauaiʻs finest treasure? Our raft does it all and more. Fast, exciting, safe and fun, Na Pali Pirates is the perfect adventure for anyone willing to get on their wild side. Our raft specializes in entering and exploring all of Na Paliʻs sea caves. Join us for a 5 hour experience you will remember forever!

Help us care for our pets while we’re away! This wishlist item covers the cost of pet sitting/boarding per night while we are away.

A pampering treatment in the comfort of your pool chaise. Indulge in an exfoliating foot scrub, cool towel wrap and essential oil massage soften from heel to toe.

Princeville Botanical Gardens is a family owned and operated garden paradise located in the Princeville area on the magnificent north shore of Kauai. The Robertson Family, with the help of their close gardening friend Michael, have transformed their 9-acre retirement home into a breathtaking garden with dramatic landscaping in two steep valleys. The tour includes homegrown honey and fruit samples, as well as a chocolate tasting that teaches you the history of chocolate making. You'll have fun learning about the uses and folklore of native Hawaiian plants and exotic species from around the world. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Visitors can experience the garden on pre-scheduled tours on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Allow us to toast to our love and new life together with a romantic private dinner on the beach. Champagne included.

Sun, salt water, and wind-blown adventures can leave hair craving attention. Warmed exotic oils are drizzled onto the hair and scalp, and a luxurious scalp massage provides deep relaxation while the oil rejuvenates hair with healthy nourishment. Hair is then wrapped in a warmed towel for maximum benefit. A face, neck and shoulder massage is the perfect ending to this revitalizing treatment.

Rose petals, candles, hot bath, soft music, champagne... help us toast to our first night on the island.

Experience the love of the ‘aina (land) with ingredients found on Kauai. A dry brush exfoliation increases circulation and provides lymphatic detoxification. Clay infused with aloe and coconut oil makes for a soothing body wrap and is followed by a gentle scalp massage. The body ritual also includes a cleansing with rich coconut lather and a kukui coconut creme massage to lull you into deep relaxation.

Let Mary relax in one if her favorite ways... a decadent facial!

Can’t go to Hawaii without doing a Luau! Aloha! Over 50 years ago, Grandpa started our family business in this sacred Wailua River Valley. We created our tropical paradise to celebrate the Hawaiian spirit of aloha that he loved and lived by. Today, four generations of my family continue to honor that tradition with the most famous of Hawaiian celebrations, the luau. Come share the traditions of our island home and become part of our ‘ohana. Of course, the heart of any luau is the pa‘ina, the feast, and we’ll make sure you don’t go hungry. Kalua pig roasted in the earthen imu oven. Cousin Gary’s secret recipe for teriyaki beef. Ono mahimahi and tasty chicken adobo. Our family bowl of poi (which Grandma insists you try). We’ll even get some of you up on stage to try some hula moves as dinner winds down. Food may be the heart of a luau, but music is the soul. Our Hawaiian ancestors preserved their history by passing down songs and chants called mele. At our luau, we celebrate these traditions, as well as the songs and dances from other cultures that live in our tropical paradise. The lyrical sway of the Hawaiian hula, the colorful precision of the Tahitian drum dances and the fiery emotion of the Samoan fire knife dance all speak deeply of the people who have come to call Hawaii home. We proudly share this rhythm of aloha with you.

Afternoon light is amazing on Na Pali. See rich hues of green, red and black as the setting sun highlights the many sharp ridge lines and valleys that make this coastline unique. After heading North up Na Pali we’ll enjoy a relaxing downwind cruise and sunset at sea. More Includes: 65 ' Star Yacht, Na Pali, dinner, sail, sunset, whales in season. Dinner: Snacks, salads, main course, dessert, cocktails, beverages.

Too much sun? A traditional skin healing blend of aloe vera, lavender oil and vitamin E provides a super charged infusion of nutrients to sun-kissed skin. Face and body are treated to soothing relief, cool towels and a comforting wrap. Includes a face and scalp massage with revitalizing oil treatment to nourish sun and wind-swept hair.

Welcome us to Hawaii and keep us happily nourished with a welcome fruit basket or tray in our room.

Mary is the spa junkie, but Jared needs something to do while she’s getting blissed out. This wishlist item is to pay for the solo activity of Jared’s choice while Mary is in the spa. Can’t leave him out!

Ko’a Kea has some of the island’s closest hotel accommodations to the water, so we will go to sleep to the sounds of the Pacific Ocean.

Something pretty to brighten up the room. Maybe an exotic orchid-based arrangement or some traditional red roses? You decide!

Feeling generous? This wishlist item covers the cost of the room for the entire night! Five nights total. Suite upgrade extra.

No good hotel these days is without an additional “resort fee” per day. This wishlist item covers the entire resort fee for the duration of the trip.

Upgrade our room to a suite! Let us bask in the lap of luxury.

Help us celebrate our wedding night in style by booking us the Blossom suite at the Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park. Total cost includes champagne and rose petals, as well as a delicious breakfast.

Treat us to a romantic dinner for two at the hotel’s signature restaurant, Red Salt. Named the best restaurant on Kauai by Honolulu Magazine, Red Salt serves contemporary Hawaiian cuisine in a sophisticated and intimate atmosphere.

Taking a break from snorkeling or sunning poolside, we’ll enjoy tropical beverages and snacks served alongside stunning views of the ocean.

Help us fuel up for a day of exploring the island with a romantic breakfast for two in the comfort of our guestroom.

Send us romantic room service breakfast on our first morning as a married couple! We will be staying at the Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park.

We’ll be sure to bring back some special mementos of our honeymoon - and maybe even send you a postcard!

Help us get ready for our big trip! This wishlist item is for sunscreen (SPF 10,000), swimwear, big floppy hats, sandals, gauzy island clothing, Hawaiian shirts, and much more! Outfit us for our journey.

With so much to see and do on the island of Kauai, we’ll need a rental car to get us to and from our adventures.

Contribute to the airfare fund!

Prefer to give us something super practical? Consider this the toaster equivalent in our registry. This wishlist item covers the cost of a day of parking at the airport.

Let us relax and spread out on the long flight from Denver to Hawaii. This wishlist item covers the cost of the upgrade only (base ticket cost not included) for one of us to first class.

This wishlist item covers the cost of travel from the airport to the hotel, one way, for one of the two of us. A very practical gift option!

Feeling generous? This wishlist item covers the cost of one plane ticket from Denver to Hawaii in coach class.

We will celebrate our honeymoon at Ko'a Kea Resort on Poipu Beach, voted one of the most romantic hotels in the U.S. by TripAdvisor! Located on the Hawaiian island of Kauai on the sunny south shore, this boutique hotel has luxurious amenities and award-winning service.

Known as the Hawaii’s “Garden Island”, Kauai abounds with natural beauty, year-round sunshine and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure. Contribute to our general honeymoon fund to make this dream trip a reality for us.

Known as the Hawaii’s “Garden Island”, Kauai abounds with natural beauty, year-round sunshine and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure. Contribute to our general honeymoon fund to make this dream trip a reality for us.

Known as the Hawaii’s “Garden Island”, Kauai abounds with natural beauty, year-round sunshine and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure. Contribute to our general honeymoon fund to make this dream trip a reality for us.

Known as the Hawaii’s “Garden Island”, Kauai abounds with natural beauty, year-round sunshine and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure. Contribute to our general honeymoon fund to make this dream trip a reality for us.

Known as the Hawaii’s “Garden Island”, Kauai abounds with natural beauty, year-round sunshine and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure. Contribute to our general honeymoon fund to make this dream trip a reality for us.

Known as the Hawaii’s “Garden Island”, Kauai abounds with natural beauty, year-round sunshine and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure. Contribute to our general honeymoon fund to make this dream trip a reality for us.

Known as the Hawaii’s “Garden Island”, Kauai abounds with natural beauty, year-round sunshine and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure. Contribute to our general honeymoon fund to make this dream trip a reality for us.

Provide us with a warm welcome to Kauai in the form of a cold bottle of champagne to enjoy on our private lanai patio.

We’ll unwind from wedding stress with side-by-side massages, an exfoliating hand and foot polish, and warm scalp treatment in The Spa at Ko’a Kea’s cozy couples’ treatment suite.

Give us the gift of total relaxation with a 50-minute massage in the seaside cabana mere feet from the sand. We will choose from a Hawaiian lomi lomi, relaxing Swedish, deep therapy, or neck, back & shoulders massage.