Home is not where you are from, it's where you belong.
Some of us travel the whole world to find it.
Others find it in a person.
BEAU TAPLIN
with the spirit of aloha
WE INVITE YOU TO CELEBRATE OUR WEDDING DAY
MONDAY, MARCH 18 2024
ON THE ISLAND OF OAHU
we do!
THE CEREMONY
PALIKU GARDENS
at KUALOA RANCH
2:45 PM
49-560 Kamehameha Highway
Kaneohe, Hawaii 96744
cheers!
AFTER PARTY
LOULU PALM FARM ESTATE
Dinner & Dancing
4:30 PM
58-057 Kamehameha Highway
Haleiwa, Hawaii 96712
Getting There
A wedding day shuttle will leave the 'Alohilani at 1:45 PM and return at about 10:00 PM. If you plan to leave the party early, please arrange to drive yourself or schedule a ride in advance — our ceremony and reception venues are somewhat remote, so it's unlikely you'll be able to find an available Uber or Lyft once you're on site.
'til death do us party
WEDDING WEEKEND
We encourage you to arrive in Honolulu by
FRIDAY MARCH 15
for a long weekend full of love, laughter, family, friends, merriment, memories, and a little mischief.
e hale kaua
FRIDAY 3.15
COCKTAIL KICK-OFF
5:00-8:00 PM • Hideout • The Laylow
Meet us at one of Waikiki’s favorite rooftop bars for sips, snacks, and some great vibes.
THE NITTY GRITTY: This is a hosted event courtesy of the groom's parents Cindy and Tod Palm ♡ We'll have reserved seating for our guests — if you can't find us, just ask a Hideout staff member. The Laylow is a 9 minute walk or 3 minute drive from the ‘Alohilani.
adventure
SATURDAY 3.16
OCEAN KAYAKING
9:20 AM • Kailua Beach Adventures • Kailua
We'll be paddling out to Popoi'a Island, a seabird sanctuary half a mile from the coast. Waters are gentle and sea turtles are plentiful! Reserve your kayak for 9:20 AM and don't forget to add a landing permit for Popoi'a Island.
THE NITTY GRITTY: This is not a hosted event and participation is totally optional. If you do plan to join us you'll need to arrange your own transportation to and from Kailua. You can carpool, rent a car at the 'Alohilani, take an Uber or Lyft, or grab the 67 bus from Honolulu to Kailua.
play
SATURDAY 3.16
BEACH HANG
1:00(ish) PM • Kailua Beach Park • Kailua
What's a trip to Hawaii without a beach day? Meet us in Kailua for an afternoon of sand, surf, and sun.
THE NITTY GRITTY: This is not a hosted event and participation is totally optional. If you do plan to join us you'll need to arrange your own transportation to and from Kailua (peep Ocean Kayaking for suggestions). There are restrooms at Kailua Beach Park and plenty of options for lunch within walking distance. You can rent beach gear at the 'Alohilani, where you get 3 daily credits for rentals, or at Kailua Beach Adventures.
chill
SUNDAY 3.17
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
We'll be spending today getting final details in place (and hopefully stealing some quality time together before the chaos). We've got suggestions on great things to do around the island below, but we won't judge if you want to spend all day sunning yourself on Waikiki Beach or ensconced in a cabana at the hotel pool.
aloha
TUESDAY 3.19
ALOHA BRUNCH
11:15 AM • Voyager 47 Club • The Outrigger Waikiki
Aloha means more than hello or goodbye — aloha also means kindness, love, and affection. To do something with aloha means to do it with your soul. And so we invite you to end your time with us with a send-off brunch with all the aloha we've got.
THE NITTY GRITTY: This is a hosted event courtesy of the groom's parents Cindy and Tod Palm ♡ The Outrigger Waikiki is a 9 minute walk or 7 minute drive from the 'Alohilani — please don't confuse it with the Outrigger Reef, which is further away.
stay & play
We've got you covered with hotel blocks.
Keep scrolling for recs on things to do.
stay with us
THE ‘ALOHILANI
If you want to stay at the center of the action
please join us at the ‘Alohilani Resort
steps from Waikiki Beach.
20% OFF RETAIL FOR ANY ROOM
HALF OFF RESORT & SELF-PARK FEES
USE BOOKING CODE WEDWKD
Our booking code is valid until
February 10, 2024.
THE SURFJACK
This boutique hotel is another great option,
just a 10 minute walk to the beach and 15 to the ‘Alohilani.
We don’t have a special rate at the Surfjack,
but you can get 20% off your stay when you book
at least 60 days in advance. Make sure to select the Early Jack offer!
snorkel
HANAUMA BAY
NATURE PRESERVE
Get your Ariel on flipping your fins with your new fish friends through crystal clear waters — shell bra strongly encouraged, handsome prince/ss not guaranteed. Reservations are required to enter the preserve and can be made up to two days in advance starting 7AM HST. Keep in mind the bay is closed to the public on Mondays and Tuesdays to give the reef a break!
surf
FAITH SURF SCHOOL
WAIKIKI BEACH
What better way to spend your vacation than by embarrassing yourself in front of an entire beach full of strangers? At least these folks are well reviewed! Faith also offers SUP lessons and outrigger canoe surfing — an activity with a long history on the islands.
tour
KUALOA RANCH
HOLD ON TO YOUR BUTTS
Don your best khakis and hop in a Jeep for a guided tour through everyone’s favorite 90s adventure film – Jurassic Park was shot at Kualoa, along with Lost and tons of other movies and TV shows. You’ll also get a sneak peek of the ceremony site because this is where we’re getting married!
explore
HIKES FOR ALL
FROM EASY-PEASY TO ASS-KICKING
Listen, we’re not saying you *must* hike while you’re here, but seriously, look at these freaking views! We’re linking to a list of some of the island’s best hikes, all with distance, elevation, and difficulty ratings.
reflect
IOLANI PALACE
A PIECE OF HAWAIIAN HISTORY
Iolani Palace was home to Hawaii’s last ruling monarchs before a coup by American and British plantation owners led to the US’s annexation of the islands in 1898. Today you can learn about the islands’ history as a sovereign nation and the little-known realities and repercussions of the tumultuous years before and after annexation.
relax
MOANA LANI SPA
TREAT YO' SELF
We will most certainly be sneaking away to this luxurious ocean-front spa for a little pre-wedding self-care, and we *strongly* suggest you do the same. The Moana Lani is located in the historic Moana Surfrider hotel, a short walk from the 'Alohilani.
one more thing
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
DON’T BE A SHITTY TOURIST
Hawaii has actually banned the sale of sunscreens containing reef-harming chemicals, but they can’t stop visitors from bringing them in. Please only bring reef-safe sunscreens with you, or buy yours once you’re on the island.
get there in one peace
A few travel tips to make your journey easier.
WINGS
We recommend flying into
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
just a 30 minute drive from Waikiki.
Book early for the best fares.
WHEELS
While the Waikiki area is very walkable, we strongly encourage you to rent a car if you plan to explore other parts of the island.
You can also rent a car right at the ‘Alohilani through SIXT rentals — a great option if you only want a rental for a day or two. Speak with concierge when you check in or book in advance below.
A word on the wildfires in Maui…
The Hawaiian government has officially reopened western Maui to visitors and is encouraging tourism to help revive the economy there — as such, we don’t expect any issues (logistical or ethical) in traveling to the islands for our wedding next March.
However, the loss of life, homes, and businesses on Maui is absolutely heartbreaking, and we are asking all of our guests to please consider making a donation to the continuing relief efforts there. Beginning August 12th the ‘Alohilani is donating $10 from every booking to their partner Hawaii Highgate’s Love Maui campaign at no additional cost to guests. We have also personally donated to the Hawai’i Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund. If all of our guests were to donate just $25, that would be almost $1000 for Maui nonprofits providing essential services to families and facilitating the recovery effort.
please note
This information is up-to-date as of November 1st, 2023.
your presence is the present
Seriously, gifting is 100% optional.
We know a Hawaiian vacation is a splurge, and the only thing we want on our wedding day is the pleasure of your company. But if gifting is your love language head over to our universal registry on Zola — you can pitch in for a pre-wedding treat (read: couples massage), a honeymoon experience, or treat us to some grown-up dinner and stemware.
Cheers!
any questions?
We've got answers below.
Why Hawaii?
So glad you asked. Hawaii holds a special place in both our hearts – we took our first trip as a couple there and fell in love with the islands' natural beauty, slower pace of living, and spirit of aloha. So instead of hosting a larger wedding back home, we decided to have a small, intimate wedding with just our closest friends and family in this special place. We hope you can join us!
got it
But why Hawaii on a Monday?
Another great question. Because our wedding is so small, it would have been much more difficult to book the venue and vendors we wanted on a weekend, when we'd be competing with larger weddings who will be paying more for their services. By holding our wedding on a Monday we're able to get those great vendors for all of us to enjoy. Thanks for understanding!
speaking of venues...
Is this thing outside?
Yes! Our ceremony and reception will be held outdoors, and it will be a short walk to the ceremony site once we arrive at the venue. Temperatures on Oahu in March range from highs in the mid 70s/mid 80s to lows in the mid/high 60s. March is technically the tail-end of the rainy season, but showers are not expected — and our coordinator will be standing by with umbrellas for all, just in case. Though we will be near the ocean, the ceremony will not take place directly on the beach.
awesome!
So what's the dress code?
The wedding day dress code is BEACH FORMAL – think chic meets comfy. Here are some recommendations:
IF YOU’RE WEARING A DRESS OR JUMPSUIT
• Think light and bright colors and easy-going prints (florals are especially encouraged). If you want to rock a darker tone, that’s fine too, but avoid black – you’ll likely be uncomfortable in the Hawaiian sun.
• Opt for breathable fabrics like silks, lightweight satins, and linens.
• Stick with floor or tea length dresses and jumpsuits, avoiding cocktail length and shorter.
• Since we’ll be outside, choose a chunky heel, wedge, or formal sandal or flat.
IF YOU’RE WEARING A SUIT
• A two-piece suit, polo with blazer, or long-sleeved dress shirt with slacks are all great options – ties are optional, as are jackets if you’re rocking long sleeves. Shorts are no-nos.
• As with dresses and jumpsuits, opt for lighter tones (bright colors welcome) and subtle patterns and avoid black. Feel free to get funky with your ties, pocket squares, and any other accessories, too.
• Choose breathable fabrics like linen, khaki, or seersucker.
• Dress shoes or a dressy loafer or boat shoe are all great options — sandals and sneakers are strongly discouraged, unless you find them necessary to your comfort.
FOR ALL OTHER WEDDING-WEEKEND EVENTS
You do you ♡
oh, that is chic!
Can I take pictures?
We're asking that guests not use their phones or cameras during the ceremony itself – our photographer will be there to capture the moment and we'll share photos with you when they're available so you can stay fully present during the ceremony. Otherwise, snap away!
that reminds me...
Can I bring a Plus One?
We are hosting a *very* small wedding, so only the people to whom your save-the-date and invite are directly addressed are invited to attend the wedding day festivities – that includes both our ceremony and reception. We made a carefully considered decision to keep our wedding small and intimate to allow us to spend quality time with each and every one of you. Thank you so much for understanding!
one more thing...
Are kids invited?
Absolutely! We have very important kiddos in our lives who will be joining us for the festivities.
okay cool
But what if I have more questions?
Check this site again when you receive your formal invitation – we'll be updating it with more details as we get closer to the day. If you still don't have the answers you need or need answers sooner, feel free to reach out to Rachel or Coleman directly.
