Mandy & Jake 
May 17th, 2025

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Welcome Party

Thursday May 15th, 2025 5:00pm-8:00pm
The Makai Pools at the Lodge at Kukui‘ula

Island Cocktail Attire


Welcome to Kauai! Please join us to kick off the wedding weekend! A lūʻau inspired evening with passed pū-pūs, dinner stations, entertainment and island inspired cocktails.

Dinner and drinks will be provided! We can't wait to see you!

(G on Property Map)

Wedding Day

Saturday May 17th, 2025 3:30pm
The Farm at Kukui‘ula (Please Read Details)

Island Formal Attire


Please refer to below link for important ceremony shuttle information and meeting point. The last shuttle departs at 4:00pm. Please arrive on time.

Tented Reception on the Oceanfront Great Lawn at Kukui‘ula to follow
(J on Property Map)

After-Party in the Club House following the Reception until 11:30PM.
(A on Property Map)

Wedding Day Countdown

We kindly ask that there are no attendees under the age of 18 at our events.

Wedding Day Shuttle Info

Please Arrive On Time!

Please arrive to the Lodge by 3:30pm for REQUIRED transportation to The Farm!

There is NO PARKING at The Farm. Mandatory shuttles will be provided to the ceremony starting at 3:45pm from the Golf Clubhouse Parking Lot by the Lodge Entrance (E on Property Map) There will be attendants to direct you to the correct location.


Shuttles will bring all guests back to the reception following the ceremony.

E Komo Mai - Welcome to Kauai!

Kauai's Beautiful South Shore


All events will be taking place in the south shore of Kauai at The Lodge at Kukui‘ula. Please see below for our favorite hotel recommendations in the area. Poipu and Koloa are conveniently located just 25 minutes from the Lihue airport (LIH).

There are several great options for AIRBNB or VRBO as well. Please reach out to us with any questions or want our opinion on specific locations.


A rental car is HIGHLY recommended to get around the island. Ubers are not prevalent and shops / retail close on the earlier side. There are small local grocers in the area. There is also a Costco and Target by the airport for a larger grocery haul if you are planning an extended stay!

The Lodge at Kukuiʻula

Our venue and personal favorite location! The Lodge at Kukui'ula offers world class amenities. Golf Digest has recognized the on site course as one of the best in the world. Other amenities include a serene spa and private 10-acre farm allows guests to harvest your own fresh fruits and vegetables.


Pro Tip - It is much more cost effective to book a 2 or 3 bedroom accommodation if you have a group! Please note you can only golf and use the amenities at Kukui'ula if you are staying on site. If you decide to go in another direction - you will experience the hotel throughout the weekend events :)

Koʻa Kea Resort

Located in Poipu about 10 mintues from the Venue. One of our favorite boutique hotels featuring an oceanfront tiki bar. A great option if the beach is your priority.


Red Salt is a great restaurant located within the hotel!

Kiahuna Plantation Resort

Located next to the Koʻa Kea resort in Poipu. Condo style accommodations. Another incredible option if the beach is your priority! Surfing lessons available right outside your door. Please note that the pool is not on site, and is across the street along with the gym at the Poipu Athletic Center. It is an easy walk or drive! This is a more family friendly option.


Some units are available on AIRBNB as well. Not all units have air conditioning!

Other Hotels in the Area

Please see below for other hotels we can recommend in the area in no particular order. Please note the Grand Hyatt is the furthest from our venue.

Dinner Favorites


Eating House 1849

Tidepools (Grand Hyatt)

Living Foods Market and Café

Merriman's Kauai

Stevenson's Library (Grand Hyatt)

Red Salt

Beach House (Nice spot for sunset drinks)

La Spezia (Koloa)

Koloa Pizza Kitchen

Drift Kauai (A bit of a drive but such a cool spot)

Lunch Favorites

Poipu Poke Shack (The BEST poke in town inside Kukui'ula Market. Closed Saturday!)

Tiki Bar at Koʻa Kea Hotel

The Cabana Bar and Grill

Puka Dog (It's NOT just a hot dog)

Anattas Thai Food (Food Truck near Kukui'ula Market)

Da Crack (Small window for burritos near Kukui'ula)

Brennecke's

Breakfast Favorites

Eden Coffee (Food Truck near Kukui'ula Market)

Anakē's Juice Bar (Our favorite acai bowl in town inside Kukui'ula Market)

Dark Horse Coffee (Koloa)

Kauai Juice Co (Koloa)

When in doubt, the shops at Kukui'ula have several fantastic options for food! Koloa is a cute local town with several options for all meals as well!

Local Beaches

Poipu Beach - In front of Brennecke's and Puka Dog. A great place to snorkel. Rent your snorkeling gear at Nukumoi Surf Co!

Kiahuna Beach - Generally less crowded. Right in front of Kiahuna Plantation.

Shipwreck Beach - Close to the Grand Hyatt. Incredible views and one of our favorite hikes is nearby!

Keiki Cove Beach - A favorite for families

Island Adventures

Captain Andy's Kauai Boat Tours

CJM Country Stables Horseback Riding

Kipu Ranch Adventures (ATV Tours)

Surf Lessons at Hawaiian Style Surfing

Mauna Loa Helicopter Tours

Visit Allerton Gardens (Botanical Gardens)

Visit Spouting Horn

Hiking and National Parks

There are countless incredible hikes on the island. These are just a few. Please note a PERMIT IS REQUIRED for The Napali Coast (Kalalau and Hanakapi'ai Beach trails at Ha'ena State Park). Go early in the day! Best if you have a 4WD vehicle.


Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail - Very close by and one of our favorite hikes on the island

Polihale State Park (Our favorite beach on the Island 4WD HIGHLY recommended)

Canyon Trail to Waipo'o Falls (Koke'e State Park No Permit Required)

Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail (Poipu No Permit Required)

Kalalau Trail to Hanakapi’ai Beach (Ha'ena State Park Permit Required)

Sleeping Giant Trail

Kokee State Park

Waimea Canyon State Park

Ha'ena State Park

The North Shore

We know this will be the first time in Kauai for many of you! While all of our wedding activities are taking place in the South Shore of the island, we wanted to put together a list of some of our favorite places on the North Shore if you decided to venture there for an afternoon! The North Shore is about 1 hour away.

A great place to start your day trip is Tunnels Beach then grabbing lunch in Hanalei / seeing the Hanalei Bay Pier. The North Shore really is a must see for first time visitors.

North Shore Dining

Bar Acuda (Hanalei)

The Dolphin (Hanalei)

Postcards (Hanalei)

Welina Terrace (Princeville at the 1 Hotel - AMAZING views)

Ama (Hanalei - same owner at Bar Acuda)



North Shore To Dos

Tunnels Beach (Our favorite beach up north)

Hanalei Bay Pier

Common Ground Farm Tour

Kilauea Lighthouse

Anini Beach

Shopping in Hanalei

Queen's Bath (Research before you go)

Haena State Park (Permit Required)

Grab a drink at the 1 Hotel Welina Terrace (Incredible Views)

Na 'Aina Kai Botanical Gardens