Aloha ka kou!
I recently went on a trip to Moloka’i to perform a very private wedding elopement ceremony on one of Molokai’s pristine beaches named Papohaku Beach. I then spent the day going around the island to relax and meetup with friends along the way. Here are a few shots I took with my cell phone. While driving we saw a mini horse and buggy and I met up with a wild turkey that stopped by my condo for a quick bite to eat!
Ka Hale La’a O Ierusalema Hou
This little Hawaiian church is just outside of Kaunakakai, the only busy town on Moloka’i. There are several Catholic churches on Moloka’i and most of them offer services.
Saint Damien Church
Saint Damien Church, formerly known as Saint Joseph’s Church or Father Damien Church, is located in Kamalo on Molokai’s south shore. St. Damien was a Belgian Catholic missionary priest who served the people of Moloka’i and those that were infected with Hansen’s disease.
Father Damien built four churches on Moloka’i, two of which are still standing today. In 1874, he built Our Lady of Seven Sorrows Church in Kalua’aha. In 1876, he built St. Joseph Church in Kamalo, the second oldest church on the island. When visiting you may enter the church anytime for prayer.
Kapuaiwa Coconut Grove
Named for King Kamehameha V (Lot Kapuāiwa), this nearly 10-acre beachfront grove was first planted in the 1860s with 1,000 coconut trees, one for each warrior in his army. It’s one of the last royal coconut groves and considered by many to be sacred, filled with hundreds of trees and some freshwater springs. More than half of the grove has been replanted at least three times, but some of the original trees are still standing. Coconut palms usually live for 60 to 80 years!
Kumimi Beach, aka Murphy’s Beach
This beach is located on Molokai’s southeast shore and is a narrow white-sand beach shaded by a few beach side palms. Beaches on this side of the island are shallow and good for a refreshing dip and for relaxing on the sand or fishing. We saw a whale breach with Maui in the background! You can also see Lana’i and Kaho’olawe from this vantage point.
Mana’e Goods and Grindz
And what’s a day out without stopping at a local drive in for an ono plate lunch with your friends! Mana’e store is the only place on the east end of Molokai to eat, but it’s so good you would stop anyway!
Kepuhi Beach, Maunaloa
My day ended with a beautiful Sunset at the Kepuhi Resort where the sunsets right into the ocean. What a great way to end your elopement! These are just a few of the sites you can experience on Moloka’i.
Contact me for information on our intimate Molokai wedding and photo packages and you will be glad you did!
Mahalo, Kalona
