Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Wedding Day

To our friends and family, we cannot wait to celebrate with you. Thank you for being a part of our lives.

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Veil and Cord Ceremony

The Veil and Cord ceremony is&nbsp;a Catholic Filipino wedding tradition where wedding sponsors (ninong and ninang) drape a ceremonial veil over the couple and wrap a decorative cord around them in a figure-eight pattern, symbolizing oneness, eternal unity, divine protection, and an unbreakable bond of love within the marriage.&nbsp;The veil signifies being clothed as one in Christ, while the cord represents an eternal, infinite bond that brings the couple's hearts and souls together and provides strength in the face of adversity.&nbsp;

Sabitan Ng Pera: The Filipino Money Dance

The Filipino Money Dance is&nbsp;a wedding reception tradition where guests pin money onto the bride and groom while dancing with them, symbolizing community support, well wishes, and a prosperous future for the newlyweds.

Traditions

KONA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (KOA)

For your convenience, we recommend flying into the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole (KOA). <a href="https://airports.hawaii.gov/koa/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://airports.hawaii.gov/koa/</a>

TRANSPORTATION

Waikoloa Village is approximately a 30 minute drive from Kona International Airport (KOA). Shuttle services are available from Kona International Airport to Waikoloa Village through major providers like Speedi Shuttle and Prime Time Shuttle. Uber is also available on the island. If you are planning on staying for an extended period, we recommend renting a 4WD vehicle. (P.S. a 4WD is required to summit the Mauna Kea!)

Travel Info

<a href="https://book.passkey.com/go/GanApagaWedding2026" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://book.passkey.com/go/GanApagaWedding2026</a> We have reserved a block of rooms at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort &amp; Spa for guests attending the wedding. The above rate will be made available from September 29th, 2026 through October 7th, 2026. If you choose to arrive earlier or extend your stay, the discounted rate will not apply to dates outside of this range. When booking through our link, please specify in the comment section if you would prefer one king or two queen beds. Deadline to book is September 2nd, 2026.

Hilton Waikoloa Village

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa

The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection

Accommodations

Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park protects two of the world's most active volcanoes, Kīlauea and Mauna Loa, on the island of Hawaii's Big Island.&nbsp;Established in 1916, it preserves diverse ecosystems and&nbsp;Native Hawaiian culture. Visitors can explore volcanic features like calderas and lava tubes, unique plant and animal life, and sacred cultural sites.

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

Mauna Kea is a dormant volcano that is famous for being the tallest mountain on Earth when measured from its oceanic base to its summit. It is also culturally significant to Native Hawaiians and is a globally recognized site for astronomical observation. Please wear warm clothing and be prepared for extreme altitude changes, cold and dry weather. Please note that a 4WD vehicle is required to summit the Mauna Kea Volcano.

Mauna Kea Observatory

A Manta Ray snorkel tour in Hawaii involves&nbsp;a boat ride to a dark ocean location at night, where participants hold onto a floating board with lights to attract plankton, luring manta rays to the surface to feed and swim gracefully, allowing snorkelers to observe these gentle giants up close.&nbsp;The experience uses lights to create a feeding zone, bringing mantas to the surface for a mesmerizing, up-close encounter with their feeding behaviors. The bride has personally gone on a night Manta Ray Snorkel Tour through Sea Paradise and had a wonderful experience!

Manta Ray Snorkel Tour

Rainbow Falls (Waiānuenue) in Hilo is known for&nbsp;the vibrant rainbows that appear in its mist, especially on sunny mornings, and its connection to Hawaiian legend, including the cave behind the falls being the home of the moon goddess Hina.

Rainbow Falls

Akaka Falls is known for&nbsp;its impressive 442-foot plunge into a deep gorge, its easy accessibility via a paved rainforest loop trail, and the surrounding lush, tropical ecosystem filled with plants like wild orchids and bamboo.&nbsp;It's also home to two waterfalls, the free-falling Akaka Falls and the smaller Kahuna Falls, both visible from the scenic trail through the Akaka Falls Sate Park&nbsp;on the Big Island of Hawaii.&nbsp;&nbsp;

ʻAkaka Falls State Park

Punaluʻu Beach is known for&nbsp;its striking black sand, a result of ancient volcanic lava flows, and is a popular spot to see protected Hawaiian green sea turtles (Honu) basking on the shore.

Punaluu Black Sand Beach

Pololū Valley on Hawaii's Big Island is known for its&nbsp;stunning views, a hike down to a remote black sand beach, dramatic cliffs, and dense tropical landscapes.&nbsp;It features a black sand beach formed by volcanic rock and large boulders. Pololū Valley features a lookout perfect for pictures. However, for our adventurous guests, you may also hike down to the black sand beach. It is approximately a 20-30 minute hike that is considered moderately challenging due to steep, rocky often slippery terrain. Swimming at the beach is highly discouraged due to strong currents.

Pololū Valley Lookout

The Waipiʻo Valley Lookout is known for its&nbsp;breathtaking panoramic views of the lush Waipiʻo Valley, including its dramatic sea cliffs, black sand beach, and waterfalls like Hiʻilawe.&nbsp;It is also significant as the historic boyhood home of King Kamehameha the Great and a sacred, culturally important site for Hawaiians.&nbsp;

Aein & Gino

Aein & Gino

A&G

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