Hawaii wedding costs average $50‑80K and top Kauai beaches highlighted

On Oahu, the average cost of a wedding for about 100 guests ranges from $50,000 to $80,000, excluding airfare, accommodations and attire. Typical expenses include venue fees of $3,000‑$10,000, coordination services $3,000‑$15,000, rentals $14,000‑$22,000 and floral arrangements $6,000‑$10,000.

A separate travel guide lists the five best beaches on Kauaʻi for 2026, as voted by readers: Hanalei Bay on the North Shore, Poʻipū Beach on the South Shore, ʻAnini Beach with its protected reef, Mākua Beach (known as “Tunnels”), and a fifth unnamed location. These beaches are praised for their scenery, family‑friendly conditions, snorkeling opportunities and sunset views.