We knew our brides would be drawn to these islands as we were, for obvious reasons. For American citizens, Hawaii provides the excitement of an exotic locale with the practical ease of a domestic marriage, and for international brides, it is most often an ideal meeting point between continents and a relatively inexpensive island getaway compared to other tropical destinations. The islands are balmy and bright all year round, so local vendors and venues are always in the midst of “wedding season”, meaning no matter when you’ve set your date, it’ll be shorts and sandals weather in Hawaii. The vendors and planners in Hawaii really are A-List contenders in the international wedding industry. Because these islands are always buzzing with nuptials ranging from intimate elopements to six figure events, the professionals we interacted with often had decades of experience with hundreds of events tucked neatly under their belts. Many industry professionals reminded us that, in Hawaii, weddings occur every day of the week. It truly is a 24/7 destination wedding hotspot, and brides who travel there will reap the benefits of having an incredible array of options to suit every price point and aesthetic. But what we loved most about Hawaii was the incredible sensation that, even in the midst of all the industry hubbub and flurry, the aloha spirit is always present - reminding both locals and visitors alike that taking the time to welcome and serve each other is what island hospitality is all about. On the craziest big day, we hope our Well Travelled Hawaii brides are able to take a breath and soak in the gracious beauty around them. Afterall, this is the happily-ever-after in paradise you’ve been dreaming about your whole life!