Expert-Designed Hawaii Honeymoon Packages
Customized Itineraries for Maui, Kauai, Oahu & The Big Island
From Value-Driven Escapes to Ultra-Luxury Retreats
At Unforgettable Honeymoons®, we specialize in handpicked Hawaii island-hopping journeys across Maui, Kauai, Oahu, and the Big Island. Our experts have personally vetted every resort to ensure your itinerary maximizes both romance and value. Whether you are looking for a seamless pre-designed package or a fully bespoke luxury experience, our specialists provide expert guidance from start to finish.
Hawaii Honeymoon Planning: Expert Tips & Budgeting Guide
Planning a honeymoon involves careful budgeting. Our 30+ years of expertise help us provide clear, realistic financial guidance for your dream Hawaiian escape.
Determining Your Hawaii Honeymoon Budget
The first step is establishing your “investment level.” The cost depends heavily on your departure city, time of year, and island choice. Summer and holiday travel are typically priced higher.
Suggested Minimum Starting Budgets (for two people, including airfare):
- West Coast Departures: Plan a minimum starting budget of $3,500 – $4,500 for a one-island stay at a moderate hotel.
- East Coast Departures: Expect a starting minimum of $4,000 – $5,000+.
- For a seamless two-island honeymoon, budgets typically start around $5,000+ for a week or more.
Budgeting for Meals, Drinks & Activities
In addition to your package price, you’ll need daily spending money. Airfare can often be the most expensive single component of your trip, but on-island spending adds up quickly.
Our Experts Suggest:
Daily Spending: Budget at least $300-500 per day for two people. We always recommend budgeting on the higher end to avoid stress.
Activities: Just three average excursions in Hawaii can cost approximately $700 for two people.
Weekly Total: For a week-long honeymoon, plan to spend around $2,500 – $3,500 total, depending on your dining choices, drinks, and activities.
Save Money With Us:
We provide our clients with invaluable money-saving tips, exclusive coupons, and insider dining recommendations to help defer costs without sacrificing the luxury experience. Hawaii offers dining options for every price range, from casual food trucks to high-end 5-star oceanfront dining.
Quick Facts for Hawaii
Language – Hawai’i is also the only American state to have two official languages, Hawaiian and English.
Currency – Hawaii uses the United States Dollar as its currency.
Time Zone – Hawaii follows Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HAST), which is 10 hours behind the Coordinated Universal Time (UCT-10). It is five hours behind Eastern Standard Time and two hours behind Pacific Standard Time. Hawaii does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so add one extra hour to the time difference during this period (March through November).
Electricity – Electricity in the U.S. is 115/120 volts at 60 cycles (60 Hz) per second. (110 volt/60 cycle, suitable for U.S. appliances)
Climate – The average temperature in Hawaii is between 75˚–85˚ F (24˚-29˚ C). Summer, between April and November, is warmer and drier, while winter, between December and March, is a bit cooler. Trade winds keep things comfortable year-round.
Clothing – We recommend comfortable shoes for walking, shorts, sun dresses, and t- shirts. In the evening most people switch over to dressy casual – slightly dressier than their daytime attire – khaki shorts or trousers, polo shirts, aloha shirts, skirts, sundresses, etc.
The Hawaiian Islands
Which Island is best for our Hawaiian Honeymoon?
Maui, one of the most loved Hawaiian Islands has it all
A honeymoon in Maui is a safe bet always. Maui has the best swimmable beaches, the widest variety of resorts, some terrific hiking, spectacular waterfalls, excellent snorkeling, fun day trips to Lanai, the famous Road to Hana, and the Halekelea crater!
Couples can do it all on their Maui honeymoon… biking, zip-lining, parasailing, paddle boarding, kitesurfing, surfing, fishing. Day trips to a snorkeling trip Molokini Crater where you can see giant Sea Turtles ( which also that hang out at Napili Bay)
Couples can enjoy their nights in Maui in the quaint town of Lahaina, the Bohemian laid back town of Kihei, Upscale Wailea and The upcoming town of Paia, check out Anthony’s Coffee, and grab lunch on your way to explore the Road to Hana. ( tons of shops, bars, music, art, and more) a week is great if you have the time or even 5 nights.
Choose Kaanapali, Kapalua or Wailea Area of Hawaii
Lahaina town is the heartbeat of Maui, it’s a charming town with shops, galleries, and entertainment. Great restaurants as well! Kaanapali is a stretch of white sandy beach 5 minutes from Lahaina town, so this area is very popular especially with couples who want to be out at night and enjoy the town! Kapalua is a luxury playground of 5-star hotels such as Ritz Carlton and Montage – with the PGA tour first stop on the Ritz Plantation course.
Kapalua offers more room to breathe than anywhere else on Maui as you are surrounded by nature, not concrete. There are hiking trails, secluded coastline & beaches, with wide-open spaces- plus sea turtles off the beaches and inlets. Kapalua is only 15 minutes from Lahaina town.
Wailea is the area closer to the airport, and has more family-friendly hotels due to the very shallow calmer seas ( although it is not rough in Kaanapali or Kapalua, except for DT Fleming beach is a good boogie boarding/surfing beach) Wailea offers luxury properties we love such as the Andaz Wailea, the Fairmont Kea Lani, Four Seasons Wailea, and Grand Wailea. Beaches are smaller, and it is a further drive from Lahaina town (45 minutes on average) You are closer to Road to Hana from Wailea.
Kaanapali Beach Area of Maui
Want an amazing beach near a town that won’t’ break the bank? Couples on a limited budget who want to be near town choose the Royal Lahaina resort, the Royal Lahaina ( on one of the best beaches in Maui, near Lahaina town, and one of the most “Hawaiian” feeling hotels in Maui, simple- pool area, no slides or waterfalls. We have an amazing romance package at the Royal Lahaina that includes daily breakfast, dinner Luau show with cocktails and Sunset dinner cruise for two, seriously one of the best values in Hawaii
The island of paradise untouched by tourism: Lanai
One of the most secluded and beautiful islands in the Hawaiian chain is Lanai. Lanai island in Hawaii is a bit of a forgotten island. Dole once owned the entire island and it produced much of the world’s Pineapples. It is easy to get to Lanai, catch a ferry from Lahaina town, Sweetheart rock is a 20-minute walk or so from the ferry dock, the Four Seasons Lanai beach is nearby as well, and beautiful. We have been here and love this island paradise.
Splurge in Hawaii, book the Four Seasons Lanai
A secluded paradise bordering a marine preserve, located on the unspoiled island of Lanai, which is directly across from Maui yet worlds apart in every way. One of the most spectacular beaches in Hawaii where guests spot dolphins offshore. Romantic Sanctuaries for two nestled near an adults-only pool area. Private dining under the stars at prime private oceanfront locations are unforgettable
- Only 201 guest rooms make this resort feel more like an intimate hideaway
- Premiere 18 hole golf course just above Hulopoe Bay, a stunning setting
- Self-guided fascinating hiking routes take you to secluded romantic spots perfect for magical moments on your honeymoon in Hawaii.
The Island of Oahu
Diamond Head & Pearl Harbor are Main Attractions
The main area of Oahu is very busy/crowded, ”Waikiki Beach”- perfect for couples who want great nightlife, tons of great shopping, plus Pearl Harbor and Diamond Head! Waikiki Beach is a hip cool beach area, it is a line up of one hotel after another – very much like Miami beach. Some couples like/want that type of beach area with tons of activity, shopping, nightlife. There are not a lot of hotels RIGHT on the beach, most are off the beach!
Kauai, one of the most beautiful islands on earth
Kauai is probably known best for being the location of many famous movies, such as Jurassic Park, Six Days, Seven nights ( Harrison Ford) and Waterworld ( Kevin Costner) and the George Clooney film “The Descendants”
Couples go to Kauai for the magnificent scenery- nothing beats the scenery of Kauai.
Some of the most dramatic scenery is only accessible by boat and helicopter tour – the Napali coastline has some of the most beautiful coastlines in all of Hawaii, and a must-see in Kauai. In Kauai, you can hike, see waterfalls, beautiful gardens, beaches, and watch dolphins (Na Pali Coast). There is very little nightlife in Kauai, so be prepared to have quiet evenings. Also, there are no big towns or touristy areas for shopping like in Waikiki, or Lahaina Maui. Its smaller pockets of shopping/ dining areas around the island.
We call Kauai the “beach picnic island”
because there are so many neat beaches and secluded spots you can drive to with a picnic for two, and then let the magic begin. There are great hikes from some of these beaches, and there are some great snorkel spots and places to see sea turtles. You can drive your car and explore this amazing island.
Custom-tailored Hawaiian Honeymoons: we can assist you with your dreams
We offer a complimentary Hawaii Honeymoon custom package service. We can custom tailor a multi-island Hawaiian Honeymoon just for you. It can include tours, Luaus, dinners, rental cars, and airfare from any city. Call us for details (888)343-6413
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