Marriage Requirements
For couples planning a Hawaiian wedding in Waikiki, 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
Waikiki experiences fairly consistent weather, though local micro-climates are wide-varying. During summer (May to October), the average temperature is 85 degrees Fahrenheit, while the average winter temperature is 78 degrees F.
Beaches
Thanks to its small but long-lasting wave break, Waikiki is one of the best places to learn to surf or paddle a canoe. Waikiki is actually made of a few beaches including Fort DeRussy Beach to the west, Waikiki Beach, Kuhio Beach (along Kalakaua Avenue) and Queen Surf Beach.
Activities & Attractions
Activities
The highlight of Waikiki is undoubtedly its golden sand beaches and perfect surf. Whether you want to spend the day sunbathing under a coconut palm or try your hand surfing or canoeing, the beaches near Waikiki are some of Hawaii’s best. In town, the Kalakaua Avenue is home to a number of great shops and restaurants to browse after a day on the beach.
Nightlife
At night, there are plenty of lively Tahitian dances, luaus and seaside dinners to enjoy.