Destination Maui Weddings

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Destination weddings are an exciting way to celebrate a nuptial ceremony, and in Hawaii, weddings take on a unique island perspective. Most Maui weddings take place on or near the beach, with a beautiful sunset as the perfect backdrop. Others take place in some of the beautiful houses of worship spread out across the island. Some churches happen to be built near the ocean, offering both church and beach venues.

Maui weddings are usually fragrant with the scent of local flowers. In fact, flowers play an essential role during the wedding ceremony. Both the bride and groom exchange a lei, or flower wreath representing affection. Often times the other members of the wedding party will also receive leis, given by the bride and groom. It is believed that a lei should never be thrown away, as the lei represents love, and to throw one away represents throwing away the love of the giver. Traditionally they are returned to the place were the foliage was gathered. If that is not possible, they should be returned to the earth by ocean, hanging in a tree, burying, or burning.

Hawaii also offers a rich cultural practice of music and dance, so many island weddings incorporate the local entertainment into the wedding reception. Guitar and ukulele players are very popular, as are hula and fire dancers. Many cultures also incorporate mehndi or henna temporary tattoos in to their wedding ceremonies, and happily there some amazing Maui henna artists who provide this beautiful body art for brides and wedding parties.

Maui is also known as a haven for relaxation, health and beauty...the exact same adjectives often used to describe massage and spa treatments. Every bride, groom and wedding planner knows that weddings can be stressful, so relaxation is key. And of course every bride desires to look her best. A trip to the spa may be just what the doctor ordered! There are even mobile spa companies on Maui who will bring massage, spa and beauty services right to you!

The most important key to appreciating any island wedding is accepting the gift of "island time", and relax yourself into a pace and mind frame that will allow you to really appreciate every moment of your wedding and vacation. Take some time to relax lay on the beach, dip in the ocean, and enjoy an unforgettable sunset. Savor the gift of a slowed down and relaxed pace, because every wedding holds a bit of stress, and one of the main reasons for having a destination wedding is to (hopefully) avoid a good portion of that unnecessary stress.


About the Author:
Maui Mobile Spa provides Maui weddings and bridal services. We are also an organic spa in Maui, providing the best massage Maui has to offer, mehndi/henna temporary tattoos, hair and makeup design, and customized fitness classes. Please visit Maui Mobile Spa at http://www.mauimobilespa.com



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