FAQ's

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Will the ceremony and dinner be indoors or outdoors?

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As for the ceremony, it is outdoors. As for the dinner, it will be held indoors.

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You are having an unplugged ceremony. What does that mean?

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Great question! We want you to be able to really enjoy our wedding day, feeling truly present and in the moment with us. We've hired an amazing wedding photographer who will be capturing the way the wedding looks — and we're inviting each of you to sit back, relax, and just enjoy how the wedding feels. We're respectfully asking that everyone consider leaving all cameras and cell phones off during the ceremony, making it an unplugged ceremony. Of course we will be happy to share our wedding photos with you afterwards!

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Should I bring a gift to your destination wedding?

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Since you’re traveling for our wedding, making the trip is a gift in itself — physical gifts are absolutely not necessary! If you do choose to browse our wedding registry; however, any items on the list can be shipped directly to our home address.

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Can I bring a plus one?

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Unfortunately, we have a strict guest list. Our celebration is strictly RSVP only. We will only be able to accommodate those listed on your wedding invitation.

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What's the Attire?

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Color restrictions: As long as you are not wearing anything white or blue, you are all good to go! For men: Please wear a suit or a tuxedo. Men can wear a white undershirt if they wish, which would be the only exception to the white rule. We do ask that you all refrain from wearing light pastel colors because sometimes it can be perceived as a color similar to white, depending on the lighting. Also, please do not wear patterns/prints that showcase white or blue, even if it has small pieces of white or blue. For women: As for the ladies' attire, they can wear short, midi, or floor length dresses. However, we noticed most of our guests are wearing floor length dresses, but it is up to you! We do ask that you all refrain from wearing light pastel colors because sometimes it can be perceived as a color similar to white, depending on the lighting. Also, please do not wear patterns/prints that showcase white or blue, even if it has small pieces of white or blue. If you are uncertain what to wear or need more assistance, please do not hesitate to text Taisha (786) 589-0991!

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Which airport should I go to?

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The one we recommend going to is going to the one in Honolulu (HNL).

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Can we Uber to Noelani Gardens instead of Carpool?

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Unfortunately, Noelani Gardens will not allow you to use Rideshare applications to the venue and to leave from the venue. However, if you'd like to drive to and back from the venue, you can do this with a personal vehicle. If you are interested in this, we will notify you 2 weeks prior of the address of the venue. If you decide to drive to the venue as opposed to be shuttled there, please be at Hy's Steakhouse by 5:15 PM (HST).

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What is being served for Dinner?

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First Course – One Choice of: French Onion Soup Caesar Salad Crab Cake Entrée Course – One Choice of: Filet Mignon – 7 ounce New York Strip–12 ounce Slow Roasted Prime Rib – 10 ounce Delmonico – 16 ounce Pan-Seared Sea Bass Accompaniments – Two Choices of: Broccolini, truffle fries, asparagus, or Macaroni and Cheese If you are not able to eat the aforementioned meals (1st course - 2nd course) due to a meal restriction, please let Taisha know as soon as possible when you RSVP. Also, if you have any questions pertaining to ingredient(s) and/or the meal(s) itself, please do not hesitate to text Taisha. Her phone number is: (786) 589-0991.

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I am driving to the venue as opposed to being shuttled to the venue. Do you have a recommended Wedding Itinerary?

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Yes, absolutely! 1. We ask you to drive to your hotel from Waikiki at 12:40 PM (HST). Please drive earlier to the venue to avoid being tardy. 2. At 2 PM (HST), we will start the Wedding Ceremony. 3. Derik and Taisha will have a photoshoot afterwards. We are hoping you can join in some of the photos as well! In the meantime, while we are taking pictures, we encourage you to take photos of yourself and with other family members in the beautiful garden! The Photoshoot should end by 4:30 PM (HST). 4. If you leave earlier, please arrive to Hy's Steakhouse, our reception venue, by 5:10 PM (HST).