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Top 14 Things To Do On Your Romantic Hawaii Honeymoon For Couples

You can't buy happiness but you can go to Hawaii for your honeymoon, and that's pretty much the same thing.
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Things to do on Your Romantic Hawaii Honeymoon include 

  1. Couples Massage
  2. Visit A Hawaiian Winery 
  3. Watch Nocturnal Adventures Hawaii & many more

Overcoming an obstacle is a great way to bring a couple closer and the honeymoon is also a good time to find out how the two of you work as a team and handle problems.

Some vacation ideas might include hiking, mountain climbing, camping and deep sea diving but today we are taking the honeymoon trek to the next level.

For sure it includes hiking and water activities because it is a Hawaii trip. So if you are a newly married or engaged couple looking forward to having a dream honeymoon, this article is for you.

Today, we have prepared a list of 14 things you might love to do on your post-nuptial travels.

1. Check Out A Hawaiian Sunrise

The Summit Visitor Centre in Maui is a contentious yet popular hike. It is quite a challenging trail and comes with the risk of being ticketed. But once you reach its peak, the early morning view of the vibrant sky will blow your mind away.

Soak in the mountain, city, and ocean views along the way and experience Maui from above the clouds. The sunrise view from up there is magical and is definitely one of Maui's beautiful places which should be on everyone's bucket list. 

Sunrise View From The Top Of Haleakala National Park
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The best Hawaii honeymoon island Maui is known for its sunrise view. Make a reservation at Haleakala National Park Summit for your sunrise experience in Maui.

Couple in general talk about watching the sunset. Most couples also love sunset dinners on a cruise but the case is just the opposite in Hawaii. Here, it is all about watching the sunrise.

You can watch the sunset and enjoy the evening with your spouse but the energy and thrill you receive in the morning is on another level.

It doesn't matter if you are not an early riser, but once you make up your mind to accompany your spouse to watch the sunrise in Maui, you will be hooked to watch the colourful rays pierce through the clouds.

2. Visit Boutiques In Downtown Honolulu

Spontaneity is the key to a happy marriage. One of the best parts of being in a happy relationship or marriage is being spontaneous and novelty. It is obvious to have a spark in the earlier state of your marriage but keeping that alive for the rest of your life is the key!

Part of the excitement of being with a new person can sometimes be overwhelming. Just because you’re together or have been married to each other for a decade is no excuse to throw the spark out the door. 

Take your newly wedded wife to a nearest boutique to buy some exquisite clothes for a spicy gateway
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Do things you normally wouldn’t. especially on your honeymoon. One of the best examples of being impulsive is shopping.

Take your partner on a shopping spree at boutiques like Kealopiko and Hound & Quail and buy her things that can spice up your mutual admiration.

As you are already on your honeymoon, there is no harm in being a little impulsive and buying the best possible dresses and clothing items to amp up your affinity.

3. Couples Massage Near The Ocean

Recharge your inner battery with a massage on your vacation
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Are you wondering what to do for a honeymoon?

Have a couples massage by the ocean on your honeymoon. Couples massage helps to enhance your relationship with your partner. The fragrance of the scented candles and essential oils will take you to another level.

When the masseuse rubs the oils on your body, it stimulates the senses which leads to a better mood and relaxed body. For example, our sense of smell plays a vital role in romance and intimacy.

Then there is the real massage which introduces a safe way to intensify the mood and making an intimate experience more sensual.

4. Order the Omakase At Sushi Sasabune

Life isn’t perfect and neither will your honeymoon will be so laugh it off and move on to the next chapter. You are on your honeymoon, doesn't mean you have to be outdoors 24/7.

On one of those hot summer days, it can get stressful and neither of you will be as likely to actually step out of your hotel room and do things together. Hence, don't obsess over the complimentary breakfast or some coupons and remain cosy inside your room.

Curl up and cuddle all day but do not forget order a takeout from Sushi Sasabune
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Enjoy each other's company and order the famous Omakase from Sushi Sasabune. Are you wondering what Omakase is??

Well, Omakase is a Japanese phrase, used when ordering food in restaurants, that means 'I'll leave it up to you'.

Hence, you will save yourselves from fussing over small things like who wants to order what. But instead, you will receive a full-course meal, especially handpicked by the chef for you.

Now you can just sleep in, cuddle and watch bad TV. Or have many mimosas and cap it off by taking a hot bath together.

5. Try Honolulu's Street Food

Eating in a fancy restaurant is fun but after two or three visits, those dinners turn cold. This is why you need to balance out things in your relationship and try local places and hole-in-the-wall joints.

The perfect date exists if you eat street food
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Everything is unbelievably more fun when you’re on a couples gateway. It is easy and you can turn small tasks like going to an ice cream, or wine shop, or eating street food can also be a date when you love your partners' company.

Not to mention, these stalls in Honolulu might look small, but the authenticity of the dish makes it exquisite. The fun begins when you hunt those local places together and trying a new dish together will be a memory you will cherish all your life.

6. Enjoy A Romantic Honeymoon Dinner At Roy's Waikiki

Upscale romantic dinner is a nice way to express your love for one another. Dinner at fancy restaurants will make you look like a classy adult which for sure aids in your overall personality.

Nowhere is better than Roy's Waikiki to have an amazing fusion fare in a contemporary setting. At Roy's, you get to taste the amazing food curated by chef Roy Yamaguchi.

You will love everything from his kitchen, but the most famous cuisine from his menu is definitely his seafood with European sauces.

7. Take A Stroll Along One Of Waikiki's Famous Beaches

There are more ways to bond with your lover than you think it is. It doesn't necessarily have to be an old fashion way but yes there are countless better, legal, and far less messy thing to increase your intimacy during your vacation.

The best thing you already did is by choosing Hawaii as your dream destination. Not only Hawaii provides solace but it also gives you plenty of opportunity to build a rapport with your partner.

Simple things like walking on the sandy beaches with your fingers locked with each other is a small but fine gestures to show that you love them. And when it's Hawaii, there is no shortage of beaches and opportunities.

Seas the day, love the night, and cherish every moment
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Walk along the Queen's Beach and set a picnic with pina colada and lots of sweet tropical fruits. To top it up, dance for each other and dip your legs in the pool or the ocean and experience the Hawaiian bliss.

In fact, when you travel as a couple, the goal of the trip doesn't have to clear out your bucket list. It is your honeymoon, the sole purpose of this trip is to have fun and share some laughter and a lot of intimate moments.

Best of all, it is all about creating memories.

8. Visit A Hawaiian Winery

Visit a Hawaiian vineyard during your vacation for a serene view. Take your partner on a surprise tour of your chosen winery and taste the tropical fruits (pineapple, grape & raspberry) and dessert wines.

Often, wine is associated with romance. It is because your brain produces the “love hormone” oxytocin when you drink wine. Oxytocin is a chemical compound that is prevalent in loving emotions and reproduction, hence drinking wine with your spouse is clearly a shoutout to romance.

They say- Wine prepares the heart for love, unless you take too much
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Romantic places in Hawaii, wineries bring the couple together. When your partner sees the effort you are putting into your marriage, he/she will reciprocate your love and your vacation will yet again take another memorable turn.

If you are wondering where to take them, here is the list of wineries in Hawaii

  • OENO Winemaking- Kailua, Hi
  • Volcano Winery- Volcano
  • MauiWine-Kula
  • Nani Moon Meadery-Kapaʻa, HI
  • Hawaii Wine

9. Go On A Private Helicopter Tour

Hawaii is a chain of islands rich in natural beauty. Its rugged topography makes it a hassle to explore the area on foot. Therefore, a helicopter ride is one of the best ways to explore the innermost beauty of Hawaii.

Take A Helicopter Ride Over Honolulu Hawaii on your honeymoon
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One of the things to do in Hawaii honeymoon is watching the mesmerizing view of the landscape and blue water of the islands. These tours are available for $473 per person. 

For example, if you choose  Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, it will take you on a complete Island ride of Maui for one hour.

Above all, experiencing a helicopter ride also gives you the thrill you were looking for in your life. You get to watch the bird's view of Waikiki Beach, Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial, and the hidden gems of Ka’a’awa Valley and Sacred Falls.

10. Eat Shave Ice On The North Shore At Matsumoto's

Sharing a cup of Hawaii's famous ice desert will capture both your playful and romantic sides. Though you can find stalls of this flavourful dish everywhere in Hawaii but, the Matsumoto's on the north shore of Oahu is a deal.

Go to this family-owned shop to shave ice and enjoy the icy cold deliciousness.

Taste the icy deliciousness at Matsumoto's
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Or, to spice things up between you two, you can attempt making the snow cones at your hotel or your home. Though it looks like a tedious job, it is actually a quite simple process.

To make this fun Hawaiian dessert, all you need is ice cubes crushed into powder, some sugar, fruit, or chocolate syrups of your choice.

When you collect all the ingredients, it's time to shape the ice into your desired shape. While your husband gives the powder ice its shape, you can drench it in your favourite syrup and toppings.

You can eat it right away or take it to the next level by adding a scoop of ice cream, toasted coconut, condensed milk, or Li Hing Mui powder and voila your shaved ice is ready to be served!!!

11. Go To An Authentic Seaside Luau At Paradise Cove

Traditional Paradise Cove Luau is a must to experience Hawaiian culture on your post-nuptial vacation. It is worth every penny, to watch the cultural event as one gets to experience the cultural diversity, food, dance, live shows, and many more.

Watch an authentic Seaside Luau At Paradise Cove with your spouse
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As you sip on the authentic Hawaiian cocktail and dance with the artists, it will open up your heart and leads you one step closer to your partner. But if you drag your partner to dance with you, this romantic moment will create a lifetime of memories to cherish upon.

Located at the beautiful Ko Olina Resort on Oahu, Paradise Cove Luau features a brilliant seaside ambience. They put on a show with hula & fire dancers which is a treat for an eye.

12. View Sea Caves, Dolphins, And Manta Rays

There are hundreds of things to do in Honolulu which include viewing sea caves, snorkelling with sea turtles, swimming with dolphins and many more.

It is well known that the Islands in Hawaii are known for their crystal clear water and water-related activities. And for sure, water sports are romantic and give the opportunity for the newlyweds to break the ice between themselves.

Hoenymooning in Hawaii is like creating memories to cherish forever
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From feeding manta rays on big island to snorkelling with turtles in Oahu, you can do beautiful things with your spouse during your Hawaii Honeymoon.

It doesn't matter which beach you choose, you will easily find a plethora of places to watch your favourite marine animal in their natural habitat. Then, you can snorkel along them or watch them in the comfort of your cruise.

13. The Gazebo Restaurant At Napili Bay Beach

Famous among sunbathers, The Gazebo Restaurant is among the Maui places to visit for the exquisite breakfast menu. It is a lively place at the Napili Shores condo complex that features macadamia nut pancakes with gourmet coconut syrup.

But the best part about the eatery is that it has some tastiest and best breakfast options in Maui. As the place is very affordable and offers a pool view and beach view, people do not mind standing in a long queue while watching the calm Napoli waters.

 Napili Bay Beach provides a quiet, laid-back ambience with views of Molokai and Lana'i,
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People love to eat their menu and it's worth waiting in line to eat the famous macadamia pancakes. Not only for Hawaiian breakfast, but Gazebo is also famous for its water view. 

People chose to start their day in that particular location for swimming, paddle boarding and boogie boarding.

14. Watch Nocturnal Adventures Hawaii

Feel the profound connection with each other and nature with Nocturnal Adventures Hawaii, which is amongst the best nighttime attraction in Honolulu Hawaii.

Nocturnal Adventures is a newly started company that has introduced a unique nighttime water activity in the area. When people were only enjoying the daytime water activities in Hawaii, they took a new step by introducing a brand new night/evening water sport which includes a lot of fireworks.

Go nighttime boating to watch the fireworks on your date night with your spouse
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The best places in Hawaii to honeymoon, Nocturnal Adventures will provide memorable outdoor experiences for people of all ages and skill levels.

Watching fireworks in the comfort of your boat or paddleboard is both lovey dobey and therapeutic. Not only do you get to experience the colourful aura of firecrackers but you can also snuggle on the narrow paddle board to express your love for one another.

But the fun doesn't have to end there, you can also try evening swim, snorkelling, surfing, and beach workouts with each other. As a newly wedded couple, spending quality time, dipping in water will only bring you closer.