This private oceanfront proposal in Maui with a champagne picnic and MARRY ME letters was a dream come true!

THE PLAN:

Adam was full of ideas for his engagement to Michelle. Since privacy was very important to him, our office manager Tiffany discussed all of the private proposal locations on Maui.

Adam also loved the idea of incorporating a picnic and impressive MARRY ME letters into his proposal. These types of props aren’t allowed on the beach in Hawaii, so we had to make sure the proposal venue was a good fit for the set up he was envisioning. Spirit of Aloha Oceanfront Botanical Gardens was perfect! We looped Maui Luxe Picnics in to help us set the scene for Adam and Michelle’s elegant proposal and the plan was coming together!

THE PROPOSAL:

Adam was able to score reservations at Mama’s Fish House, one of our favorite Maui restaurants for celebrating. However, the reservation was for late afternoon and they already had plans in the morning, so we needed to schedule the proposal for early afternoon.

Afternoon is not normally an ideal time frame for proposal photography in Maui. The brighter lighting also meant the lights on the MARRY ME marquee letters would not be visible, but looking at these photos, everything turned out beautifully! We were blessed with a gorgeous day and the full sun made all of the colors pop.

Adam really listened to all of our instructions. He led Michelle to the right place and proposed where we needed him to. He stayed down on one knee for a long time, so our photographer Chantelle was able to follow them and get close ups of Michelle’s reaction as well as wide shots showing off the gorgeous surroundings. Adam even made sure Michelle’s nails were done so we could get photos of her showing off her shiny new engagement ring.

THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION:

Knowing they were going to enjoy an amazing meal after their engagement session, Adam requested the picnic just have a bottle of champagne. It was a fun way to incorporate a picnic without feeling like they were going to get too full, use up a lot of their photo time eating, or waste any food.

After their champagne toast, Michelle and Adam strolled around the property, which has a stunning mix of ocean and greenery – a tropical feel away from the hustle and bustle of resorts.

Adam chose the Simple Proposal package and those thirty minutes flew by, but they definitely left a lasting impression on all of us, especially Michelle!

Adam and Michelle: Thank you for choosing Engaged on Maui to plan and document your gorgeous engagement! Your Maui proposal with MARRY ME letters was certainly one for the books!

Photographed by Chantelle | Simple Proposal Package | Picnic: Maui Luxe Picnics

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A Non-Beach Proposal Location

Although we are experts at beach proposals, that’s not all we do! We often have clients who specifically request proposal locations that aren’t on a beach.

Sometimes, they are apologetic and say the beach is beautiful but they “just aren’t beach people.” Or they want something different and unexpected. Or they know their sweetie won’t want to get sandy.

Whatever the reason, we support you. It’s our goal to help you find the right location that matches what you’re envisioning and is somewhere that your future fiancé will love!

Private Venue on Maui

If you describe your ideal proposal as private, intimate, taking place somewhere that’s not crowded, then private venues immediately jump to the top of our minds as possible options for you.

We are ecstatic to introduce Haiku House as our newest private proposal venue, especially since it adds to our list of non-beach locations.

About Haiku House

Haiku House is tucked away on Maui’s north shore, a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the resorts in south and west Maui. This 20 acre slice of paradise is filled with the beauty of mother nature. The driveway is lined with royal palms. There are fig trees and an orange orchard. Majestic trees throughout the grounds create a canopy overhead so that you feel like you’re in your own world.

The estate boasts a rich history as well. In 1849, King Kamehameha III deeded 530 acres, including the 20 that Haiku House sits on, to missionary Richard Armstrong for a dollar. This was considered payment for Armstrong’s help in writing and implementing the Great Mahele, an act that allowed private ownership of land in Hawaii for the first time.

The property changed hands several times, with each owner making their own enhancements. After Armstrong, it was owned by Henry P. Baldwin, co-founder of local corporate giant Alexander & Baldwin. The Baldwin family built the original part of the house in 1860 and hosted many lavish galas for esteemed guests, including King Kalakaua and Queen Liliuokalani, Hawaii’s last reigning monarchs. Haiku House is currently owned by the Chan family, who live in Vancouver but maintain close ties to Maui as the owner of Wailea Golf Club.

Proposing at Haiku House

The vast outdoor space at Haiku House means there are multiple places where you could get down on one knee. We scouted four unique proposal spots for you to choose from.

The first proposal area you come to is right in front of an impressive banyan tree. This is perfect if you want the jungle feeling without having to venture into the jungle.

Next, we have the platform. This area is also surrounded by trees, but it is a blank canvas. This space is ideal for customizing with romantic floral details.

Imagine strolling along a path, hand in hand with your sweetie, and popping the question under outstretched branches that form a kind of tree tunnel. The light streaming in and enveloping you in a warm glow… it was love at first sight for us when we laid our eyes on this proposal spot.

Lastly, if you want a proposal location that’s classic and traditional, there is a white gazebo on the property that would make such a picturesque proposal moment.

Haiku House Proposal Packages

We have two proposal packages designed for Haiku House.

The Haiku House Classic is made for the couple who vibe with all the greenery and want to stay on property for an hour during their proposal and engagement session to make use of all the ample backdrops Haiku House has to offer.

Haiku House does have a peek of the ocean…

…but if you do want engagement pictures on the beach (or another nearby location) as well, then our Haiku House Deluxe gives you 1.5 hours of photography and an additional location for your engagement session.

Interested in proposing at Haiku House? Reach out to us to chat about this beautiful private venue!

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Mike wanted to do something that we hadn’t done before, which we are all about!  We love doing beach proposals, but it’s awesome to think out of the box, too.  He wanted to propose out on the water. So, he had chartered the boat Shadowfax. And yes, that’s Shadowfax like Gandolf’s horse.  I know, I know, I’m super nerdy for knowing that……but anyway. Here’s how our first Maui chartered boat proposal went down.

THE PLAN:

Mike initially told Dana was his dad had gifted them this chartered cruise out of Ma’alaea Harbor that morning. Actually, Mike had chartered the boat to propose to her at sea.  Marie, our associate photographer, was also on board as well as an assistant.  Dana thought our photographer team was hired by Shadowfax to take some promotional photos, so Dana didn’t suspect anything amiss with having photographers along for the cruise.

THE PROPOSAL:

When the moment was right, Captain Mike turned off the engine.  Mike, the guy proposing, said the keyword so everyone on board knew he was about to propose and everyone scurried to get into place!  Mike led Dana to the bow, dropped to one knee, and asked her to marry him.  Dana was of course blown away!

THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION:

We spent the rest of the time on the boat doing some romantic shots with the newly engaged couple cuddling up on the bow and snuggling up below deck.  Marie was able to get shots with different visual interest on different parts of Shadowfax.  It was a beautiful morning with light wind and calm seas which is what you can typically expect from morning sails out of Ma’alaea.

Mike and Dana:  Congratulations on your exciting Maui chartered boat proposal!  It was a wonderful morning at sea!  Thanks for choosing Engaged on Maui to help plan and capture your incredible proposal.  And a special thank you to Captain Mike and the crew of Shadowfax for helping make this proposal spectacular! |

Photos by Marie  |Ocean Proposal

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This Montage Kapalua Bay Proposal happened early morning.  This proposal was more of a spontaneous proposal.  We’d share a signal to show we were there, and then follow him until he chose just the right spot to pop the question.

THE PLAN:

When Michael contacted me, he knew that he wanted an unscripted proposal.  He needed to be able to call the shots.  So, a spontaneous proposal was just right for him.  They were having brunch at Merriman’s later that morning, so he told Nicole that they were just going to walk to the restaurant.  As soon as the couple left their hotel, we followed them to where he ultimately proposed.

THE PROPOSAL:

They were a touch late getting to the site, but honestly, that was fine.  We’d always rather have them be a little late than a little early.  We don’t want them to beat the photographer there!  Michael and Nicole strolled along the grass until he found just the right spot.  It was a gorgeous scene with the ocean behind them and the coconut trees surrounding them.  He paused for a moment and then dropped to one knee and asked her to marry him.  She said YES!  They shared some smooches and then he pointed out that he hired Engaged on Maui to photograph the engagement and have a photo shoot immediately following the proposal.  She was blown away!

THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION:

Morning is such a great time to do a photo shoot. Of course, morning light always offers up vibrant blues and greens, which is gorgeous.  He led her down on the lava rocks in that area, and we got some shots there.  The wind was blowing her dress just right to add a beautiful element to these images.  This couple was so gorgeous together, we could have had them go anywhere and they would’ve looked fantastic!

Michael and Nicole:  Congratulations on your Montage Kapalua Bay Proposal.  It was such a gorgeous morning, and I’m so excited for your future together!

Photos by Marie | Simple Proposal Package

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It was one of those days where we had a huge backup on the Pali (the road that goes to Lahaina) and the sky threatened to open up and pour at any moment, but by-golly this proposal worked out amazingly well! This gorgeous Kapalua Bay proposal at Merriman’s had everything a proposal should have: lava rock, sand, personalization, and a ton of emotion!

THE PLAN:

Nate had planned a romantic dinner at one of my favorite places in West Maui: Merriman’s in Kapalua. After dinner, the plan was to lead Kim down to the rocks, where she would discover a gorgeous book Nate had made for her. I added in some orchid flowers just to spice it up a bit.

THE PROPOSAL:

Dinner ran a touch behind – but as I always say – better late than early when it comes to proposals! It began to sprinkle and I crossed my fingers. Please, please, please, don’t rain! Luckily, it only rained for two minutes or so – and then Nate and Kim appeared from the bushes. He led her over to the spot with the book. Her laughter was contagious even from a distance! When she got to the last page, Nate got down on one knee. I’m pretty sure she said yes like three times!

THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION:

For the engagement session, we opted to stay close to Merriman’s. We did some photos on the rocks and then headed down to Kapalua Bay to finish out our session. The evening was dark to begin with so we didn’t think we would get much of a sunset. Turns out that the sunset we got was AMAZING! I haven’t seen pinks like that in a really, really long time!

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Since I opened Engaged on Maui in 2015, I have been itching to do a proposal somewhere off the beaten path. The allure of adventure and epic locations isn’t for everyone though (and that’s OK), but I was so incredibly excited for Jay’s proposal to Julia. Their Maui proposal at Nakalele Blowhole had a message in a bottle, beautiful scenery, and two secret friends that were waiting to surprise Julia afterward!

THE PLAN:

I arrived at the blowhole about 30 minutes before Julia and Jay were set to arrive. I met their friends Christina and Jasper and we made a plan. They were wearing matching shirts to commemorate the occasion and had made signs for after the proposal. If there’s something that makes a proposal truly special, it’s your friends or family surprising you there as well!

THE PROPOSAL:

With the help of Jasper and Christina, I was able to pick out Jay and Julia using my zoom lens. They stopped on their way down the cliff to take some photos and we patiently waited. When they approached the heart rock Jay casually plucked the bottle from its spot and handed it to Julia. She read the note and looked up–and Jay was down on one knee. We couldn’t hear the words Jay said to Julia, just her response of “Are you kidding me?!?!” over and over! She said yes! After she said yes, Christina and Jasper jumped out from behind me and surprised her! The look on her face was priceless!

THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION:

We visited several places near the blowhole. This part of Maui has so many beautiful spots with cliffs, jungle, and scenic vistas. We ended our session on the beach just in time for sunset!

Julia and Jay – Your proposal was something that my heart has been aching for. And it was so, so special that your friends could be there to witness the whole thing. Congratulations Jay and Julia!

Photos by Angie | Perfect Proposal Package

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I’ll say this: working with Bespoke Destination Events is always an incredible pleasure. These two ladies put together the most beautiful fully-customized picnic for this romantic picnic proposal in Maui.

THE PLAN:

Kenny reached out to the ladies of Bespoke Destination Events, who then reached out to me, wanting to do something above-and-beyond for his girlfriend Shey. Both of them had moved here from Colorado with their dog Yogi and he felt this was the next step.

So together with Ashley and Natalie, we planned a romantic picnic, complete with Yogi, a musician (Ryan Robinson), and a little bit of magic.

THE PROPOSAL:

Kenny and Shey arrived at the beach and walked toward the picnic. It didn’t take long for Shey to realize this was for her! Of course, it was rather hard to hide Yogi! Moments later, Kenny dropped to his knee and asked her to marry him. There were plenty of tears and a clear yes!

THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION:

Because we had this beautiful set up, we stayed at this beach for the duration of our session. Ryan played some beautiful music for the two of them and they watched the sun fade into the horizon together.

Kenny and Shey: thank you for choosing me to photograph your romantic picnic proposal in Maui! And to the Bespoke ladies: you guys are the best!

Vendors:

Photos by Angie | Picnic Proposal Package | Coordination and Picnic: Bespoke Destination Events | Musician: Ryan Robinson

Would your sweetheart love a romantic picnic proposal?

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