Aloha from Hawaii! Now Hawaii really does fulfil every dream of paradise, there is no other place on earth like it. Just imagine exchanging your vows barefoot on the sand, with the world famous surf tumbling in behind you – can you feel the rays of the sun on you yet?

Hawaii is the USA’s 50th and southernmost state. It was inaugurated into the US on August 21st 1959, located in the Pacific Ocean 2500 miles South West of California. It is made up of over 100 volcanic islands and islets. There are 8 main islands, which stretch across 600 miles of ocean. The total land mass of the islands is diminutive, making Hawaii the 4th smallest state. Hawaii is simply how you imagine it to be – swathed in palm trees, with pale sand beaches and watched over by volcanoes. Oahu is the main island with its International Airport in Honolulu, many visitors choose to stay here – however the majority of the remaining islands can be reached by one local flight. Of these the most popular are Maui & Kauai.

The Hawaii Islands enjoy a tropical oceanic climate all year round. Certain parts of the island can be very wet and there can be affected by tropical cyclones during May to November. We therefore recommend travelling outside of these times.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average Monthly Temp °C	26c	26c	28c	29c	30c	31c	31c	32c	31c	29c	28c	27c
Average Monthly Rainfall "	3"	3"	2"	2"	4"	7"	4"	4"	6"	7"	3"	2"

 

Time

GMT -5

Money

US Dollars ($). Notes come in 100, 50, 20, 10, 5 denominations.

Health

Generally no requirements, however we always advise you check with your GP for the latest information.

Language

English

Tipping

As with all US destinations, tipping is expected and is almost obligatory. This runs at about 15%-20%. It will be expected in restaurants, bars, hotels, taxi etc.

Rules & regulations for marriage

You must ideally be resident in the USA ideally 3 working days before the ceremony; however in certain circumstances this can be reduced. As a minimum you must provide passport & a birth certificate. Rules differ if you have previously been married, are adopted, changed your name or are under 18. We will always check the latest advice.

Passports

You must hold a machine readable British passport, with at least 6 months validity after your return date.