Hawaiian Style Beach Weddings & Simple Kona Weddings
Michaela Lehuanani Larson, Officiate
Simple Kona Beach Weddings & Renewals
Check Availability at 808-896-7955 hawaiianweddings808@gmail.com

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Now You're Ready To Choose
Officiant Only Service or a Simple Ceremony Package
There are four options to choose from as well three midday specials.
Our pricing remains consistent for both weddings and vow renewals.
Add tax and credit card fees to all services.
If you're just seeking an island connection, you can request a consultation for $200 per hour.

Whats Included
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Officiant Michaela Lehuanani Larson to perform your sacred Hawaiian ceremony. (Michaela is a Hawaiian from the islands)
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Initial phone or zoom consultation to get to know each other and your unique love story and vision for your big day.
Weddings Only
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Guidance on obtaining marriage license
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Finalize Marriage with the State of Hawaii
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Email you a copy of the finalized document
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Base price varies depending on time and location of ceremony.
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25 minute ceremony
**Rate $395
Once retainer is received we can schedule a meeting to go over ceremony script.
Includes Everything Above
PLUS:
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Two fresh flower leis
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Assistance with choosing a beach location
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Assistance with choosing the ceremony start time
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Beach permit and required liability insurance.
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Vendor List
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Two weeks out, additional consultation to go over last minute update and to reconnect.
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Use of my tripod.
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Take a few photos on your personal cell phone following your ceremony.
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Tidy up location following your ceremony. Want to leave better than received.
**Rate $550
Once the retainer is received we can schedule a meeting to go over location, ceremony script, start time, dining recommendations and any questions you may have.
Ask for Option #1
"Malama Pono"
Michaela to Perform Your Ceremony
Officiant Only Service
Ask for Option #2
The "Malama Pono" Package
Malama Pono Concept & Understanding:
In Hawaiian means "take care."
The word mālama means to care for, protect, or preserve, while pono signifies righteousness, correctness, or goodness. So, mālama pono encourages someone to do what's right and care for themselves.
Ask for Option #3
"Aloha Mau Loa"
Customized Ceremony Script
What's Included
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Officiant Michaela Lehuanani Larson to perform your sacred ceremony.
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Initial phone or Zoom consultation to get to know each other and your unique love story and vision for your big day.
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Schedule a time to design ceremony script.
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Schedule a time to review final script.
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Copy of script sent for your review.
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Final Script Sent for Final Review and Confirmation
Weddings Only
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Guidance on obtaining marriage license
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Finalize Marriage with the State of Hawaii
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Email you a copy of the finalized document
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Base price varies depending on time and location of ceremony.
-
25 minute ceremony
Rate $595
Once retainer is received we can schedule a meeting to go over location, ceremony script, start time, dining recommendations and any questions you may have.
The difference between #3 & 4 to Options #1 and #2 = We will spend additional time designing and planning your ceremony script, formatting and preparing for your ceremony.
Includes Everything Above
PLUS:
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Two fresh flower leis
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Assistance with choosing a beach location
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Assistance with choosing the ceremony start time
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Beach permit and required liability insurance.
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Vendor List
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Two weeks out, additional consultation to go over last minute update and to reconnect.
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Use of my tripod.
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Take a few photos on your personal cell phone following your ceremony.
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Tidy up location following your ceremony. Want to leave better than received.
Rate $795
Once the retainer is received we can schedule a meeting to go over location, ceremony script, start time, dining recommendations and any questions you may have.
Ask for Option #4
The "Aloha Mau Loa" Package
Aloha Mau Loa Understanding
Aloha: Love, affection, compassion, mercy, sympathy, pity, kindness, sentiment, grace, charity; greeting, salutation, regards; sweetheart, lover, loved one; beloved, loving, kind, compassionate, charitable, lovable; to love, be fond of; to show kindness, mercy, pity, charity, affection; to venerate;
to remember with affection; to greet
Mau loa: Eternal, everlasting, forever, endless.
Aloha mau loa: Everlasting Love


Noontime Specials Between 10 - 12 pm &
Waikoloa & Puako Only
Now You're Ready to Select
a Ceremony Style
Vow renewals are conducted with the same elegance as weddings.
The ceremony script will be emailed to you before our initial phone consultation for review.

Authentic Hawaiian Ceremony
Non-Religious
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Blowing of the Conch to Open Ceremony
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The Hawaiian Chant of Love
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Blessing in Hawaiian
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Words of Aloha
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Koa Paddle - Couple & Lei Blessing - The Journey Begins
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Lei Exchange Ceremony
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Exchange Mana
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Reading
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The Vows
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Declaration of Intent
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Hawaiian Ring Blessing
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The Ring Exchange
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Kukui Lei Ceremony
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Blessing in Hawaiian & English
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Proclamation
(Request Scripts to Review)
*25 to 30 minutes.

Hawaiian & Christian
Ceremony
(Non Denominational)
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Blowing of the Conch to Open Ceremony
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Hawaiian Chant of Love
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Words of Aloha
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Opening Prayer
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Couples Blessing
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Lei Exchange
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Corinthians
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The Vows
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Declaration of Intent
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Blessing of the Rings
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Ring Exchange
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Unity Ceremony.
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Closing Prayer
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Benediction
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Proclamation Of Couple
(Request Scripts to Review)
*20 to 25 minutes.

The Traditional Classic
Short & Sweet Ceremony
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Words of Aloha
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Reading
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Vows
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Declaration of Intent
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Ring Blessing
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Ring Exchange
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Benediction
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Proclamation
*12 minutes without any additional touches.
**This script is often chosen by couples who desire more time for sunset photos or want to personalize their ceremony. Feel free to incorporate the opening conch, a Hawaiian Chant of Love, a lei exchange, and a ring blessing, which will add an extra 6 minutes.**

Christian Ceremony
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Opening Prayer
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Words of Aloha
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Reading by Officiant
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Couples Blessing
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Lei Exchange - Optional
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Corinthians
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The Vows
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Declaration of Intent
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Blessing of the Rings
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Ring Exchange
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Unity Ceremony - Optional
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Closing Prayer
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Benediction
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Proclamation Of Couple
(Request Scripts to Review)
*15 to 20 minutes.

Create A Ceremony Script
Outline for Option #3 or #4
Rate $595.00 or $795.00 for the Package
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration with our personalized and customizable ceremony script! We’ll beautifully weave your unique love story into every ceremony moment. Please choose from our selection of scripts or let your creativity shine by starting from scratch!
Start with the Basic Script Outline or Not
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Opening Words
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Reading
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Vows
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Declaration of Intent
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Ring Blessing
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Ring Exchange
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Proclamation
Popular Requests
Hawaiian Elements, Religious Scriptures, Poems, and Readings, Jewish and Spanish Traditions
Sand Ceremony, Jumping the Broom
Hand-fasting (Tying the Knot), Persian Traditions, Cord/Coin, and Veil. Have your family and friends can take part in the ceremony to share readings, songs, prayers, traditions.


Additional Services & Fees
**Beach Permit $60.00 Required for all public beaches. Limited to the State of Hawaii Wiki Permit List.
**Kukui Keepsake Leis - $10.00 each (use for lei exchange)
**Consultation Rate - $200 per hour.
**TRAVEL & MILEAGE**
Locations beyond the Kohala Coast, Kailua-Kona, Waimea, and activities such as hiking, boat, and helicopter trips, please add $50 per hr and for ground transportation $0.60 per mile. Calculated based on round trip from Waikoloa Village.
**SIGN MARRIAGE LICENSE**
Set up an appointment for her to meet at your hotel lobby, the Kings Shops Waikoloa, or the Shops at Mauna Lani. Rates vary depending on location. Couple who have an officiant: Following your ceremony, we will sign the document and finalize your marriage with the State of Hawaii.
**EARLY MORNING AND SUNRISE**
$100 applies for services between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. Between sunrise and 7:30 am, an additional fee of $200 will be added to your invoice. For locations in Waikoloa or Mauna Lani Resort Beaches. (if ceremony starts at 7:15 am add $200)
**LATE FEE**
You have a 15-minute grace period. After this period, a late fee of $50 will be applied for each additional 15 minutes. A courtesy call will waive the first 15-minute late fee if made an hour or more before prior to scheduled start time. In cases where it is not in your control or cannot be avoided, the late fee will be waved. Officiant is not obligated to wait if couple is more than a half hour late. There will be no refunds or credits to your billing.
**IMPORTANT** Please be aware that if you are more than half hour late to the ceremony start time, the Officiant is not obligated to officiate your ceremony. A total of an hour is reserved for your ceremony, which includes a 15 minute call time for preparations, 15 minute grace period and a half-hour for the ceremony. Timeliness is essential to ensure everything runs smoothly. You will not receive a refund or credit.
**NON-REFFUNDABLE RETAINER**
Retainer pays for the initial consultation time. Time spent prior to your ceremony, by text, emails, phone calls and billing. This helps to cover my time if cancel. The consultation fee is $200 per hr, so in cases where the retainer is higher than $200, we will refund up all but $200. Retainer also blocks the date and is a commitment us. In many cases the your date would have been filled by another couple.
PLEASE TEXT OR CALL MICHAELA A HALF-HOUR BEFORE CEREMONY START TIME, IF YOU ARE RUNNING BEHIND SCHEDULE OR WILL BE LATE. PROVIDE NEW ARRIVAL TIME
Call or text Michaela 3 to 7 days prior to ceremony to confirm ceremony start time and location. In many cases changes have been maid and officiant was not informed. Let's work together.
TAX AND CREDIT CARD FEES WILL BE INCLUDED IN YOUR INVOICE
Check Availability or
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Check availability and book your unforgettable occasion!
Enjoy a simple reservation process tailored to your needs.
Start planning now!
1. CHECK AVAILABILITY
Let's secure your ideal ceremony date! Just send me the date, location, and time along with name via text or email. Even if you only have a rough idea, that’s perfectly fine—let’s get started!
2. SCHEDULE A MEETING OR BOOK NOW
If your preferred date is open, we can schedule a phone meeting! Share your available days and, and I’ll confirm before we discuss options and pricing. Keep mind, dates are only held once the retainer is received. **You can also the meeting and book immediately! Just text or email your event details along with your billing email address. If you're unsure about the exact time and location, an estimate will suffice!
3. READY TO BOOK
Eager to secure your date? Please send your booking request via text or email, including your first names, date, time, location, script style, and any special requests. We’ll go over options during your complimentary consultation!
4. PAYING THE RETAINER AND CONFIRMATION
Let’s make it official! Michaela will send an invoice to your email. Once I receive your 25% retainer, your event is confirmed!
NOTE—Michaela cannot hold a date until it's confirmed by email or text, and the retainer is received. The date may no longer be available if you delay. The remaining balance is due 10 days before your ceremony. RETAINER IS NON-REFUNDABLE.
I can't wait to celebrate your special day with you!
Kahu Michaela Lehuanani Larson, Officiant