Hospitality First. Aloha Always.
Hawaiian Hospitality, Beautifully Planned
Hawaii Wedding Planner
As a Hawaii wedding planner offering full-service planning for local and destination weddings, I bring something especially close to my heart to every celebration: a true connection to the islands.
I was born and raised in Hawaii, my family is still there, and members of my team live there today. I return regularly to visit venues, connect with local vendors, and stay rooted in the place that first taught me what hospitality really means.
So whether you’re dreaming of an oceanfront ceremony, an intimate celebration on a private property, or a full wedding weekend surrounded by everyone you love, I’ll help you plan it with intention, ease, and plenty of aloha.
Destination Aloha
Planning a wedding in Hawaii should feel exciting, not overwhelming.
Through Destination Aloha, I offer the same thoughtful, highly organized planning experience glōweddings is known for, with the added local knowledge that comes from calling Hawaii home.
From sourcing venues and trusted local vendors to planning welcome parties, farewell brunches, transportation, hotel room blocks, and meaningful guest experiences, my team can manage the big picture and the smallest details.
Because a destination wedding isn’t just one beautiful day. It’s the entire experience your guests will remember.
the glōweddings experience
Hawaii Wedding Planning With a Local Perspective
I was born and raised in Hawaii, but I’ve also had the incredible opportunity to live, work, and travel around the world.
That means I approach Hawaii weddings with both a local perspective and a broader point of view shaped by years of planning elevated events and experiencing exceptional hospitality in destinations far beyond the islands.
I understand the relaxed rhythm of Hawaii, the importance of family and aloha, and the respect that should be shown to the land, sea, culture, and people who call these islands home. I also understand that working with local venues and vendors can look a little different than it does on the mainland.
My job is to help bridge those worlds for you.
You get professional planning, thoughtful design, calm communication, and an experienced team behind the scenes, while your wedding still feels warm, personal, and completely at home in Hawaii.
Planning Services for Your Hawaii Wedding
Every wedding needs a different level of support, which is why Destination Aloha offers several ways to work together.
Full-Service Planning
For couples who want an experienced Hawaii wedding planner by their side from the very beginning.
We can help with venue sourcing, vendor recommendations, planning and logistics, design guidance, guest experience, transportation, accommodations, wedding weekend events, timelines, and all the details required to bring the celebration together.
Event Management
You’ve done the planning. Now you want to enjoy it.
Our Event Management service allows our team to step in as your wedding approaches, organize the moving pieces, communicate with your vendor team, manage your timeline, and make sure you are present for every beautiful moment.
Wedding Weekend Planning
If your guests are traveling all the way to Hawaii, why stop at one event?
We can help you thoughtfully plan the full weekend, from welcome gatherings and rehearsal dinners to the wedding day itself and farewell events that give everyone one more chance to soak up the sunshine together.
“If you're looking for a planner, I'd highly recommend Sarona!”
“Our wedding wouldn't have been nearly as spectacular, fun, and smooth as it was if we didn't have Sarona! She's extremely warm, thoughtful, organized, and creative. Her fun and caring personality sets her apart. I was very impressed with her ability to connect us to amazing vendors and how she managed all parties involved so well. I also greatly appreciated her attention to detail.”
— Laura V., bride
About Sarona
A Hawaii Girl at Heart, Always
Aloha! I’m Sarona. I was born and raised in Hawaii, with a long family lineage of Native Hawaiian ancestry, and I worked in the hospitality industry there before eventually making my way to the continental U.S.
Hawaii shaped so much of who I am and how I approach weddings today. It taught me that hospitality is about more than making something beautiful. It’s about making people feel welcome, cared for, and comfortable. It’s about paying attention. It’s about family. And it’s about showing up with warmth, generosity, and respect.
Those values followed me everywhere.
Today, I bring years of professional wedding planning experience, a well-traveled perspective, and my island upbringing together to create wedding experiences that are polished without feeling stiff and beautifully executed without losing their sense of joy.
Basically, I’ll keep the details organized, the vendor team moving, the energy calm, and probably make sure you’ve eaten something along the way. Because your peace of mind is priceless.
My Favorite Wedding Venues in Hawaii
One of the best parts of planning a Hawaii wedding is finding a setting that feels completely right for you. From beachfront estates to iconic Waikiki hotels and private residences tucked away from the crowds, Hawaii offers an incredible range of wedding experiences. Here are a few places I especially love!
Loulu Palm, North Shore
Loulu Palm offers that dreamy combination couples often imagine when they picture getting married in Hawaii: lush green space, a direct view of the ocean, and beach access just steps from the ceremony.
The property can accommodate both larger celebrations on the lawn and more intimate gatherings on the porch of its historic Hawaiian plantation home. The home also offers a beautiful bridal suite overlooking the grounds and ocean.
Halekulani Hotel, Waikiki
Halekulani is an iconic Waikiki property with the service and setting to match. Couples can exchange vows overlooking the ocean with palm trees framing the ceremony or choose a garden setting surrounded by lush tropical landscaping.
The property also offers excellent dining, breezy reception spaces, and beautiful backdrops throughout the hotel for portraits.
Private Residences
Some of the most memorable Hawaii weddings happen in private homes. A private residence offers privacy, intimacy, and a setting that feels completely personal, but it also comes with additional planning considerations.
That’s where having an experienced planning team becomes especially valuable. We can help work through the logistics so the experience still feels effortless for you and your guests.
Real Weddings in Hawaii
There is no single way to get married in Hawaii, and that is part of what makes planning here so special.
Take a peek at a few of the celebrations we’ve had the joy of bringing to life in the islands.
Carly + Taylor
Genevieve + Bryan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you plan destination weddings in Hawaii?
Yes! Hawaii is home for me, and Destination Aloha was created specifically for couples planning weddings in the islands. My family is still in Hawaii, members of my team live there, and I travel back regularly to visit venues, work with vendors, and plan celebrations.
Can you help us find a wedding venue in Hawaii?
Absolutely. Venue sourcing is available as part of our planning services. We can help you identify options that fit your guest count, priorities, style, budget, and overall vision for the wedding weekend.
Do you work with local Hawaii wedding vendors?
Yes. Building a talented, trustworthy vendor team is an important part of our planning process. I also understand that relationships and business practices in Hawaii can differ from what couples may be accustomed to on the mainland, so I help guide those collaborations throughout the planning process.
Can you help with hotel room blocks and guest transportation?
Yes. Destination wedding logistics are a major part of creating a smooth guest experience, and we can assist with hotel room blocks, transportation, and other details that help your guests navigate the weekend more easily.
Can you help plan events beyond the wedding day?
Yes! We can help plan the entire wedding weekend, including welcome events, rehearsal dinners, guest experiences, transportation, and farewell gatherings.
Do you plan weddings at private residences in Hawaii?
Absolutely. We have experience with private-residence weddings and understand the additional logistical planning they can require. We can help coordinate the vendors, rentals, transportation, access, setup, and other moving pieces needed to make the celebration run smoothly.
“Incredible doesn’t even begin to describe the work that Sarona and the Glo Team did for my wedding day!!”
“Sarona is incredibly kind and knowledgeable and does not panic under pressure. My wedding had a ton of moving parts and she handled every situation with a calm, problem solving attitude. She was the BEST person for the job, hands down. I can confidently say that I would not have had the amazing, stress-free night I had if it weren’t for Sarona. I cannot recommend her enough!!!!”
— Olivia A., bride
Your Hawaii Wedding Should Feel Like a Celebration From the Start
You’ve chosen an extraordinary place to gather the people you love most.
Now you deserve a planning experience that feels just as special.
I’ll bring the organization, local insight, trusted relationships, and calm guidance. You bring the people you love and the reason we’re all celebrating in the first place.
Together, we’ll plan a Hawaii wedding that feels warm, personal, beautifully considered, and entirely yours.
I can’t wait to hear what you’re dreaming about.
