Destination wedding in Hawaii

As a travel agent who specializes in destination weddings I hear lots of great ideas regarding weddings.

This information comes from past wedding couples, wedding vendors such as photographers, wedding coordinators, and more.
The first and foremost important thing to keep in mind is “it is your special day!”

Try to not let your guests determine your wedding date or location. If they are not able to attend your destination wedding due to finances or health reasons let them know you will miss them. Then do your best to include them later by sharing your wedding video and photos.

Many wedding couples have a small function when they return home. This is a great way to include all the guests in your special day who were not able to attend your wedding.

The first step when planning your destination wedding is to set a date and location.
It may be a good idea to have some flexibility with this to lock in the best prices.

For example many private locations offer a discount if you do a day of event verses a nightly function. This may not be available 365 days of the year.

The next step would be to secure a wedding planner or coordinator. They will be able to save you time and money in addition to hiring with the best vendors in the business.

After you have locked in your wedding date, location and venue the next phase would be your travel planning.  You will be able to lock in your airfare 330-300 days prior to departure. Because most wedding sites become available a year in advance this will be perfect timing.

Travel to Maui averages 50+ destination weddings per year for the last 11 years. During this time we have arranged travel packages from 2-120 people.

The bride and groom normally secure their travel reservations first. This is followed closely by the wedding party, including close family members. Guests tend to wait until the last minute. That is why it is a good idea to set your RSVP date 45 days or more prior to the wedding.

I have heard of wedding parties where the guests never RSVP and just showed up at the destination wedding. Or worse they did RSVP and then no showed. In either event this added extra stress at the day of wedding, not to mention the expense.

When you book your wedding with Travel to Maui we advise you of each and every guest once they have confirmed their travel plans.

It is a good idea to send out your save the date information 6-12 months in advance. This allows your guests time to request the time off, and to arrange their travel.

One cute idea I have seen when doing a destination wedding to Hawaii is to send out a Hawaiian post card with the wedding information on it.

This would be followed by a formal invitation closer to the wedding date.

Another great tip when planning your destination wedding is to set up a wedding website. Here you can list your travel agents contact information, wedding details and any other information necessary.

Once you have completed all the above information you can sit back, relax and count the days until your upcoming wedding in paradise!

For more information check out our FAQ page at Travel to Maui.

To schedule a consulting appointment with one of our destination specialist contact us at Travel to Maui

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Written by Marie Glodt
Certified Hawaii Specialist and Maui Master with the Hawaii Visitor Bureau.
Tiare Tahiti Specialist with the Tahiti Visitor Bureau and Pearl Partner with Paul Gauguin Cruises.

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Travel to Maui is Named to the 2012 Wedding Professional Hot List by Momentville

11 Jan, 2012 - MomentVille.com one of the worlds leading wedding websites, is pleased to announced that Travel to Maui has been selected for the 2012 Wedding Professional Hot List.

The annual Wedding Professional Hot List recognizes excellence within the wedding industry, as determined by reviews from tens of thousands of brides and grooms. Travel to Maui was among the best reviewed vendors in the past year.

"The Wedding Professional Hot List recognizes best of class wedding professionals." said Geoff Evason, MomentVille's CEO. "Highlighting the success of the top wedding professionals is an exciting way to spread the word and help newly engaged couples find the right professionals for their own weddings."

                                           About Travel to Maui

Travel to Maui is a Hawaii travel agency. We are located on the island of Maui, Hawaii. We specialize in spa and romance packages, honeymoons to Hawaii and Tahiti, and destination wedding travel packages to Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand and Australia. We work with the top wedding vendors from around the world to make your dreams come true! Contact us to plan your vacation of a life time! http://www.traveltomaui.net/

Travel to Maui is a Hawaiian Destination Specialist and a Maui Master with the Hawaii Visitor Bureau.



We are also a certified Tahiti Specialist with the Tahiti Visitor Bureau.

About MomentVille

MomentVille.com offers engaged couples and wedding enthusiasts a one stop place for planning and sharing a wedding. Offering free wedding websites, wedding planning tools, a gorgeous gallery of wedding pictures a searchable list of reviewed wedding vendors, and lots of helpful and inspiring wedding content, MomentVille helps newlyweds with all aspects of their wedding.

Travel tips for honeymooners to Tahiti

Written and photos by Marie Glodt Certified Tahiti Specialist.

The mere mention of the word Tahiti makes people smile! What is not to love about the islands of Tahiti with their turquoise water, fresh flower leis, world class spas and a laid back life style only the Polynesians know how to master!

Dreaming of an over the water bungalow in Tahiti?

Unlike any other hotel room you've stayed in before, these traditional thatched-roof bungalows are perched above tranquil lagoon waters. In many of the over water bungalows, tropical fish swim below as you look through the glass floor or coffee table.

With all the amenities of a first-class hotel room, here on your private balcony surrounded only by water and sky, you can enjoy both breakfast, often delivered by canoe.

Looking for oceanfront view without being directly over the water? A beach bungalow allows you to walk directly from your bungalow to the sandy beach. Some of the finer properties also include your own pool or jacuzzi.

Trying to keep your costs down on your Tahiti vacation? A garden view is less expensive option while still offering all the amenities the resorts have to offer. Because the Tahitian islands are small and most aren’t densely populated, the garden bungalows offer privacy without the ocean view price.


We also offer an exotic 7-10 day cruise around the islands of Tahiti as an all inclusive option. 

Think you can’t afford a honeymoon to Tahiti? Check out these great specials currently available!

Moderate priced Tahiti Getaway
A great break! From USD $1749 per person, based on double occupancy.
Includes:
• Round trip airfare from Los Angeles with Air Tahiti Nui, the award winning international airline of Tahiti
• Meet and greet upon arrival in Papeete with fresh flower lei
• All airport/hotel transfers and baggage handling
• 5 nights in Tahiti in the least expensive room
• Departure assistance with shell lei
• Prices subject to specific travel dates and may change without notice.

Tahiti Best Seller Honeymoon special in Deluxe resorts on 3 Tahitian islands.
Prices from USD $3899 per person, based on double occupancy.
Includes:
• Round trip air from Los Angeles to Tahiti
• Buffet Breakfast daily in all islands
• Inter island Air Pass from Tahiti to Moorea to Bora Bora
• Round trip airport transfers and lei greeting in all islands
• 1 night Tahiti Resort in a Garden View Room
• 4 nights Moorea Resort and Spa in a Lanai Room
• 4 nights Bora Bora in a Overwater Lagoon Junior Suite Bungalow
• Buffet breakfast Daily in all Islands
• Price is valid for travel Jan15-March 31, 2012
• Add $100 per person if you travel April or May 2012
• Add $750 per person if you travel in high season from June 1-Oct 31, 2012
• Rates subject to change without notice.
Ask for honeymoon special 3 islands!

Not sure of what to do when you arrive in Tahiti? Ask our Tahiti Specialist. We can arrange various tours and excursions to complete your honeymoon package.

Explore the island interiors on a 4x4 safari, guided nature hike, or horseback ride. Skim across the lagoons on a jet ski, sailboat, or powerboat. For dramatic views above the islands, take a helicopter tour.

Divers and snorkelers are amazed by how clear the waters are and how close they can swim to the marine life, such as the gigantic manta rays. With hundreds of dive sites throughout the islands of Tahiti, divers can choose from the amazing drift dives, oceanic drop-offs, sunken ships, and lagoon dives with colorful marine life.

Are you ready to start planning your vacation of a lifetime? We are here to help make your dreams come true! Contact the certified Tahiti Specialists at http://www.traveltomaui.net/ to set up a consulting appointment.

We here at Travel to Maui look forward to serving all of your travel needs to Tahiti, Hawaii and the South Pacific!

Travel to Maui is a Maui-based Hawaiian travel agency whose specialty is custom vacation packages to the Hawaiian Islands, Tahiti.

Planning a destination wedding?

Many little girls dream of their “big day” and what that will entail! As they grow older they may fine tune ideas that when you are 7 years old just don’t work when you are 27. Such as a horse drawn carriage in the snow may sound romantic but timing the weather can be a little tricky to say the least.

Another dream is being married with your “toes in the sand.” This vision is easy to have come true.
Especially in Hawaiian Islands where are average weather is 75 degrees year round.

Granted some islands in Hawaii can have a bit more rain than others. This all depends on the time of year and location of your beach wedding.

Travel to Maui is a Hawaiian travel agency located on the island of Maui. Our specialty is honeymoons and destination wedding travel packages to Hawaii.

We are also a Maui Master and Hawaiian Destination Specialist with the Hawaii Visitor Bureau. We know the best places to stay, fun things to see and do, and great places to eat, drink and shop! We will also save you time and money on your Hawaiian vacation!

When planning your destination wedding or honeymoon to Hawaii contact the travel experts at Travel to Maui for a quote or to schedule a consulting appointment. http://www.traveltomaui.net


Marie Glodt Maui Master and travel agent at Travel to Maui

Travel to Maui

When planning the vacation of your lifetime, or perhaps your honeymoon and you wanted to go to Maui, Hawaii, wouldn’t you want to work with an experienced travel professional who has have been there first? Wouldn’t you feel more confident with a travel agent who knew the best places to stay, wonderful places to eat, and what tours to not miss! Of course you would!

That’s why travel agent Marie Glodt of Travel to Maui in Maui, Hawaii took the time and effort to become a Maui Master with the Hawaiian Visitor and Convention Bureau.



The Maui Master program is an intensive training program that the Hawaiian Visitor Bureau office offers to travel agents. Agents don’t get certified until they attend a 6 day workshop to learn about the destination and vacation options. They must also take a trip to the islands of Maui County and experience the islands first-hand. This includes the islands of Maui, Lanai and Molokai.





A lot of people have a life long dream of visiting Hawaii. Glodt says that being a Maui Master’s Agent has given her the ability to make people’s dreams come true!
“There is no more romantic place than Hawaii for a honeymoon or anniversary. But that’s not all. There are wonderful cruises throughout the islands. There’s also world-class scuba diving and yachting.”

For a price quote or to schedule your personalized consulting appointment with Maui Master and Hawaiian Destination Specialist Marie Glodt at Travel to Maui contact http://www.traveltomaui.net
Travel to Maui is a Hawaiian travel agency located on the island of Maui, Hawaii.






Photo credit to the Hawaiian Visitor Bureau and Marie Glodt travel agent on Maui at Travel to Maui

Which island in Hawaii is the best to visit?

When people are thinking about visiting Hawaii they start asking friends, family and coworkers the question "which island should I visit when I go to Hawaii?" I also see this question all the time at Yahoo answers, trip advisor, lonely planet, fodors, and in chat rooms.

My answer as a Maui travel agent and Hawaii destination specialist is always the same. “It depends on the traveler!

For example what are your interests? How much are you allowing for your travel budget? Are you planning your honeymoon or is this a family vacation?

There really isn’t a bad choice when deciding which island to visit in Hawaii. There just may one island that is better suited to your life style and requirements in a Hawaiian vacation.

All of the islands in Hawaii will have our wonderful “Aloha Spirit,” water sports, hiking trails, zip line tours, and snorkeling regardless of which island you pick in the state.

Are you looking for nightlife, shopping, and lots of dining options? Does your vacation social calendar need lots of entries to keep you happy? You would be the type of traveler who would enjoy the high rises in Waikiki, the city lights of Honolulu, located on the island of Oahu.


Will you be spending your honeymoon with us in Hawaii? Then you will probably want to be on a more secluded island. Or limit your stay in Oahu to 2 or 3 days prior to traveling to the second island in Hawaii.

The island of Lanai has 2 luxury properties operated by the Four Season Resort chain. This island is perfect if you idea of a honeymoon or vacation to Hawaii is to be pampered in their world class spa, and wrapped in the finest in amenities. Don’t be expecting a Costco or McDonalds during your stay as they don’t exist on the island of Lanai (or Molokai).

Want to see an active volcano? The big island of Hawaii has been “growing” since 1983. I have actually flown over the lava in a helicopter, and cruised by on a cruise ship, plus walked to the rift. By far this is one of the most spectacular things I have done in my lifetime.

When dreaming of your Hawaiian vacation do you imagine sitting on a lounge chair having someone bring you fruity tropical drinks, and relaxing watching the whales cruise by? Maui is my favorite island to see whales and so much more. That is why I call Maui home!

Kauai is known for its lush green valleys, spectacular rainbows and cascading waterfalls. In order to have rainbows and waterfalls a little rain must fall. Of the all the islands in the Hawaiian island chain, Kauai does tend to be the wettest island. The wettest months are generally December-April.


This is a brief over view of the Hawaiian Islands. If you are would like more information about a Hawaiian vacation or to set up a consulting appointment with one of our Hawaii destination specialist please contact us at http://www.traveltomaui.net

Travel to Maui is a Hawaiian Destination Specialist with the Hawaii Visitor Bureau and a Maui Master with the Maui Visitor Bureau


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Travel to Maui is now WeddingWire Rated for 2011

Maui, Hawaii July 5, 2011 -WeddingWire, the nation's leading wedding technology company, is pleased to announce that Travel to Maui is WeddingWire Rated 2011 for honeymoons and destination wedding travel packages to Hawaii and Tahiti!



WeddingWire Rated is an annual award program that distinguishes wedding vendors across the country for their excellence. Based on hundreds of thousands of recent wedding reviews, WeddingWire Rated is the most recognized and trusted brand among engaged couples looking to find the best local businesses for their wedding.

Travel to Maui has 3 reviews on WeddingWire. Reviews by our newlywed clients include detailed ratings and insightful descriptions about their experiences working with our business and staff. Our reviews provide transparency for potential clients, assisting them in making the most informed decisions for their big day.

"We are delighted to unveil the 5th annual WeddingWire Rated program," said Timothy Chi, CEO, WeddingWire, Inc. “Travel to Maui has made a commitment to capturing their client’s experiences on the nation's leading wedding review site."

As the largest site for wedding reviews, WeddingWire empowers engaged couples with the most comprehensive and trusted review system available. The WeddingWire Rated program provides Travel to Maui with a simple platform to capture customer feedback from their wedding planning experience. Newly engaged couples can easily access all of the reviews for Travel to Maui on WeddingWire.com We would like to thank our newlyweds for our WeddingWire Rated 2011 recognition.



For more information including our wonderful reviews, a price quote or to schedule a consulting appointment with our destination specialist at Travel to Maui contact us at http://www.traveltomaui.net
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