035 // Why a Wedding Weekend Beats a Wedding Day
Description
Your wedding day will be unforgettable—but what if you could stretch that joy across an entire weekend? In today’s episode of the Dream Wedding Maui Podcast, Ashley shares how planning multi-day celebrations can transform your destination wedding into a full guest experience.
Fresh off a three-day birthday celebration packed with unforgettable activities, Ashley shows how the same ideas can be reimagined for wedding weekends. From private luaus and canoe regattas to sandcastle competitions and sunset sails, discover creative ways to connect your guests, honor Hawaiian culture, and make memories that last a lifetime.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
Why wedding weekends create deeper connections with your guests
How extra events allow us as planners to deliver even better service
Unique activity ideas from a recent 3-day celebration, including:
Private luau with music, hula, and cocktail competitions
Canoe regatta with Hawaiian cultural experiences
Garden lunch with a live art class and music
Semi-private dinner at Nobu—perfect for a rehearsal dinner
Sandcastle building competition on the beach
BBQ lunch + sunset sail to wrap up the weekend
How multi-day celebrations help guests from all over the world feel like family by the wedding day
Options for full planning or à la carte event planning with A Dream Wedding Maui
Links & Resources:
🌺 Learn more at @adreamweddingmaui