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“Why have a destination wedding anyway?” was one of the FAQ on Erica & Chris’ wedding website…Here is what they say – One of our favorite things to do as a couple is travel, so for our wedding we wanted to find a beautiful location to celebrate with our closest friends & family.  We know that a journey across the Pacific isn’t an easy feat and we are so grateful to all who are able to make it to the celebration!

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Both Chris and Erica love to be out in nature and are fascinated with wild animals. Erica worked at the San Diego Zoo for 3 years and they never miss an opportunity to make a new animal friend.  How fitting that this lovely creature graced the afternoon with it’s presence just prior to the ceremony?!

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Words can’t really express the feelings of pure joy at this ocean-front wedding celebration.  Erica’s smile literally lit up the day, and that dress, oh that dress!!  It was such an honor to be a part of this event for this amazing couple!

A huge mahalo (thank you) to the Maui dream team that helped to create a perfect Maui wedding for Erica & Chirs:

Private Maui Venue – Honua Kai Lani, Sugarman Estate

Floral & Arch Design – Makena Weddings In-house Design

Reverend – Alapaki Terry

Ceremony Musician – Charles Nahale

Photography – Meew Meew Studios

Rentals, Lighting, Tent  – Rio Event Design

Catering – Three’s Catering

Beverages – Bars Are Us

Cake – Cake Fanatics

Entertainment – Take 3 Events

~Makena Weddings~