FAQs

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Are the ceremony and reception at the same location?

Answer

Yes, both are located at the same venue, The Private Gardens Aloha Ke Akua in Kaneohe, Hawaiʻi. However, the ceremony will be held in the chapel, and the reception will take place in the pavilion. The two locations are approximately a 5-minute drive apart. Guests are encouraged to drive between the chapel and the pavilion, though walking is also an option. If you need assistance with transportation, please feel free to contact us in advance.

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What time should i arrive?

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The preferred arrival time is 3:00 p.m. The ceremony will begin at 3:30 p.m., and we kindly encourage guests to arrive a bit earlier. An air-conditioned waiting room will be available for guests while they wait.

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What is the dress code?

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Aloha attire is encouraged for this event. Bright, tropical colors are welcome and preferred. While we are in Hawaiʻ', there’s no need to worry about the weather: both the ceremony and reception will be held indoors.

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Are there any colors we should avoid?

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Although we don’t have strict dress code restrictions, we kindly ask guests to avoid black and other dark colors. Ladies, please leave plain white dresses for the bride. Above all, we value your presence more than what you wear! Wear something you feel confident in and that glorifies God.

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How does our registry work?

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Our registry is hosted on Zola and includes a mix of items from the Zola store as well as items from other retailers. If you select a gift from the Zola store, it can be purchased directly through Zola. For gifts from other stores, you will be redirected to the retailer’s website to complete the purchase there. Once a gift from the Zola store is purchased, it will automatically be marked as purchased on our registry. If you select a gift from another store, please return to our Zola registry and complete the online gift form. This helps us keep track of purchases and avoid duplicates.