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Serene Maui Sunrise Elopement
If I had to choose a favorite for time of day for a Maui beach wedding, it would be sunrise. There is just something so special about witnessing the island wake up. Not to mention, there are two major benefits to a sunrise ceremony:
Fewer people on the beach
Generally less wind (depending on the location, Maui beaches can get quite windy as the day goes on)
![Joyous Palauea Beach Elopement](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/627361272bfa1865a1109000/1652141910208-VT2ZU3O1L8LBY3F2NNF3/Joyous+Palauea+Beach+Elopement_0065.jpg)
Joyous Palauea Beach Elopement
If I had to choose one word to describe L and G’s elopement, it would be “joyous”. This couple was grinning from ear-to-ear practically the entire time that I was photographing their special day (minus some happy tears during the ceremony). They were clearly enthralled with each other, and just so stoked to be getting married!