Turtle Bay Resort

Wedding Day

Turtle Bay Resort Wedding Pavilion

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

It all started with a like. One like on TikTok of a silly viral dance video of three dancers, one who had caught my attention! But just like most content creators you don't think much of it given they have hundreds of thousands of followers and you're just another like. As time went on Tua's videos kept popping up on my FYP (for you page). As I clicked the follow button I never would have guessed what would happen next. A follow back. Due to us being long distance, Tua in Hawaii and myself in Washington there was no doubt we talked A LOT.Even though long distance wasn't our favorite it gave us time to lay the foundation for our relationship. Getting to know each other through late night phone calls and early morning texts it allowed us to talk about the important things. Our relationship with Jesus, beliefs, goals, expectations and what we wanted in a partner. Even after months of FaceTiming it was clear we wanted to meet and see where things could go, which brings us to.. The Meeting. Nerves and anxiety don’t mix well with a 6 hour flight. My heart was racing and I couldnt tell if I was going to throw up or pass out but nonetheless was excited to meet the man I was falling so deeply for.Tua on the other hand, as carefree as could be scared me by popping out from behind the car and laughed at my reaction before we even ever said hello. And now looking back I think we both needed that. A light hearted moment that would be unforgettable. After spending a week in Hawaii together we knew we wanted to pursue a relationship and thats exactly what we did. For a couple more months we continued our long distance endeavor, a few visits here and there both to Spokane and Honolulu but still something was missing so... I moved. I moved to Honolulu in hopes of finding out how serious our relationship was/could be. After months in Hawaii Tua knew he wanted to take our relationship one step further and propose. Much to my surprise him and one of my best friends started planning a proposal and they absolutely nailed it! Now, Tua has crossed the ocean and we both live in Spokane. We hope to start our soon to be married life here while being surrounded by family, friends and our church community. Hawaii still has our heart as we will be back and forth often to be with more aiga! During this journey Tua and I have trusted the Lord from the very beginning. Moving forward into our future marriage we will still depend and lean on God in all things. The Lord really had us in His plans and knew both of us needed one another. As in awe as we are at our story we are in awe that God would love us so deeply He would keep us both for one another and bring us together at the perfect time. We couldn't be more excited to be Mr. and Mrs. Unutoa. xoxo

The Start of The Unutoa’s 

Our Story

Photos

Meet our friends and family

Amy Knowles

Kapono Kakalia

Kiendra Tesmer

Norman Unutoa

Paytn Williamson

Elias Leon

Chelsie Sunde

Anselm Fautanu

Victoria Pau

Fano Pau

Saraiilaii Allen

Misimatoka Unutoa

Soteria Siliga

Oliver Pau

We believe each and everyone of these individuals will help us uphold our commitment to one another and keep us accountable to our vows. We sure do love our people!

Wedding Party

We thank you for planning your trip to Hawaii to celebrate our big day. We do recommend a rental car due to our venue being on the North Shore. From the airport to venue is about an hour.

This code is available until February 15, 2025.Please call to book a room or click the link provided. * All wedding activities will take place here at The Ritz Carlton, Turtle Bay.

The Ritz-Carlton Oahu, Turtle Bay

This code is available until February 13, 2025. Click the link provided or call to make a reservation.

Courtyard Oahu North Shore

We know hotels can be expensive so here are some places to search on AirBnB or VRBO.- Haleiwa-Waialua- Laie- KahukuThese are some of the closest places.

AirBnB

Avis Car Rental

Budget Car Rental

Hertz Car Rental - Honolulu International Airport

There are many other options for hotels and rental cars, these are just a few to get you started!

Travel

* Children 10 years and older are welcome.

Q + A

A MUST! One of our most favorite attractions to take guests. Learn about the Polynesian Islands and enjoy an awesome buffet and end show!

Polynesian Cultural Center

Highly recommend!!

Waikiki Starlight Luau

Pearl Harbor National Memorial

If you're looking to shop til you drop, this mall is for you!

Ala Moana Center

If you're crazy and love hiking this is for you. If you do it, send Tua and I a picture from the top!

Koko Crater Railway Trailhead

If you aren't into hiking but want to do one, this hike would be perfect for you (and children).

Tia & Tua

Tia & Tua

T&T