Marriage Requirements
For couples wishing to marry in Hawaii, photo IDs and marriage license applications are required. Divorce and death decrees are also required if applicable. For additional details, check with your Certified Destination Wedding Specialist.
Travel Information
Travel Documents
Visitors to Hawaii from the US do not need a passport but should have a photo ID. Travelers from other countries need a passport to enter into Hawaii. If you are a citizen of the US, visit travel.state.gov for more information on travel documents needed. For Canadian travelers, visit travel.gc.ca for relevant travel information.
Language
The official language of Hawaii is English, though Hawaiian is also spoken.
Currency and Tipping
The US dollar is the official currency of Hawaii.
Climate & Beaches
Climate
The Big Island of Hawaii experiences fairly consistent weather, though local micro-climates are wide-varying. During summer (May to October), the average temperature is 85 degrees F, while the average winter temperature is 78 degrees F.
Beaches
There are hundreds of beaches on the Big Island of Hawaii, ranging from secluded and remote jungle beaches with black sand to snorkeling havens and family-friendly oceanfronts. Punaluu is one of the most iconic beaches on the Big Island and a great place to see Hawaiian green sea turtles. Kona beaches are known for their great snorkeling and body surfing, or try Kolekole Beach Park for smooth lava rocks and waterfalls.
Activities & Attractions
Activities
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a must-see on the island, so explore Crater Rim Drive or the Kilauea Summit for a surreal, otherworldly landscape. The Mauna Kea Summit offers sweeping views of lava fields, deserts and valleys at its 13,796 ft. peak. On the water, manta ray diving gets you up close to these mysterious (and friendly) giants, or explore one of the hundreds of great beaches for swimming, surfing, scuba diving, and bodysurfing. If you plan to rent a car, try driving the Hamakua Heritage Corridor, a spectacular coastline valley with waterfalls, lush rainforests and stunning seaside views.
Nightlife