We're beyond excited to welcome our real life couple, Courtney and Kris, to the show. Blissfully coming off of their wedding high, we convinced them to hang out with us again and recap all things wedding. In this episode, we'll talk about things they loved about their wedding, things they wished they could do differently, and they'll share their tips and advice for all couples getting married.Tune in for a fun wedding  recap of Courtney and Kris's big day!These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

I think we can all agree that choosing the right wedding party (or choosing not to have a wedding party) can really set the tone for your wedding day. We’ve been around so many weddings and have seen AMAZING, SUPER SUPPORTIVE wedding parties, and have also seen some less than amazing ones. In today's episode we're going to talk about wedding parties - bridesmaids, groomsmen, bridesmen, groomswomen, and everything in between.What are their roles and responsibilities?Why have a wedding party?How to choose your wedding party, andWhat happens when you choose the wrong people for your wedding party?We know this is a big deal, so anyone planning a wedding should tune in to this episode for our advice on how to create the perfect wedding day hype squad. These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

Everyone wants to look their very best on their wedding day, and today on our show we have Bernice Delos Reyes from The Mango Tree Fitness Studio talking about how to incorporate fitness and nutrition into your pre-wedding plans. Key takeaways? Find something you LOVE to do, get someone to hold you accountable, and always remember it's a matter of doing everything in moderation. AKA, you CAN still eat cake if you want to. :) Tune in to this week's episode to hear all of Bernice's fitness and nutrition advice and tips.Find Bernice and The Mango Tree Fitness here: The Mango Tree Fitness and Muay Thai and on Instagram: @themangotree_kaimuki and @themangotree_hawaiikai and @themangotreefitness These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

Anyone getting married knows that pre-wedding skincare starts months in advance. From drinking water, to trying to get a decent amount of sleep... it takes work! And even with all the hydration and rest you can get, sometimes you need a little more help. In this week's episode, we have aesthetician Cara Matsuura talking about customized, mobile treatments to enhance your day to day routine. From toxin injection to chemical peels to teeth whitening kits - her goal is to have you glowing and camera ready on your wedding day. Learn more about Cara and Nursethetics here: https://nursetheticswellnessandbeauty.com/ and on Instagram @nursethetics_npThese are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

Wanna know the biggest trend for 2024? Having a wedding content creator for your special day. What is a wedding content creator? It's having someone capturing photos and short videos on their IPHONE... so you, your family and friends can enjoy the day. What do you do with all of these short videos? You can create social media clips, share them with family and friends, and relive your big day while waiting for your professional photos and videos. In this episode, Iniki from Leialoha Socials shares her thoughts and insights regarding why everyone needs a "wedding day bestie" to capture these special moments. Tune in to hear what we've been missing all our lives, and why everyone needs to book her right now! Find Leialoha Socials HERE.These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

Everyone knows your wedding ceremony is the creme de la creme of the entire day. From the logistics - who sits where and is it wrong to switch it up? To the vows - how long should they be? Should they be serious or funny? Your wedding ceremony is the official union of two people in love. In this episode, we take a deep dive into each part of a wedding ceremony - from who walks down the aisle and in what order, exploring modern ways to update your processional, what does "unplugged ceremony" mean, all the way to the kiss at the end of the aisle. If you are planning your wedding ceremony, this is the episode for you! These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

We're back with season 5, and we're starting off strong by talking about wedding cake + all types of yummy, delicious desserts. If you're planning to have a wedding cake, dessert bar, ice cream station or any type of sweet treat to end the night, this episode is for you. These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

It's the last episode of Season 4, and we're back with listener questions. Tune in to hear Joe and I share our thoughts and advice on the following:Do we need wedding insurance? What is that and are there different types?Does it make sense to do hair and makeup at the wedding venue, or a hotel?Who normally takes all of our stuff at the end of the night? What about the cake??What is a realistic amount of time to have photography for my wedding day?Are there better days/times to get married to save money?What are some easy ways to cut our budget?Do we need to feed our vendors?Do we need to tip our vendors? What are some alternatives to doing table pics - we want to talk with everyone.Do you think it’s better to write our own vows or repeat the normal ones?What piece of advice would you give to couples getting married? These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

FACT: The details of your wedding reception really can make or break your wedding. Do you have too many speeches? Are you trying too hard to play games that no one wants to play? Do you have grand ideas of smashing cake in your partner's face?? (HINT: DO NOT SMASH THE CAKE). In this episode, Wes Nakano, owner of From Above Entertainment, sits down with us as we break down each part of a reception and shares his thoughts on what works, and ways to make it even better. Reception details covered in this episode:Grand entrance (what if they don’t want to do one)The Shoelywed Game (or any other game during a wedding)The garter toss (and what other fun options have you seen/done before)The bouquet toss (and what other fun options have you seen/done before)Smashing the wedding cake in someone’s face (HARD NO IN TESSA'S OPINION)The first dance (and what if they’re not dancers)Parent dances (and what if they don’t have parents in attendance)Toasts/speeches - any advice to keep the crowd attentively listening? Money dance - yay or nay?Last dance - yay or nay?Find Wes Nakano here: https://www.fromaboveentertainment.com/ or on Instagram HERE.These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

FACT: A good wedding is actually not just one event, or even one day. A good wedding allows your guests to fully embrace their time together with you and your significant other, and what better time is there to lean into all that QT then at the rehearsal dinner? A couple things to note: A rehearsal is NOT the same as a rehearsal dinner. You don't need to do the rehearsal at the same time (or right before) the rehearsal. In fact, many couples are choosing to do their rehearsals in the morning the day before their wedding, take a break, then gather again with loved ones for the rehearsal dinner.In this episode, Joe and I are going to talk about the following key topics:What exactly is a rehearsal dinner?What happens at the rehearsal dinner?Who pays?Who attends?In addition to these high level questions, we'll dive into our own personal tips to make  your rehearsal dinner (and wedding weekend) as fun, memorable and stress free as possible. Tune in to learn more!These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

Planning a wedding is hard, but trying to decode all of the wedding day lingo is almost possible! From BEO to scullery, plus plus to bar back, and every other acronym under the sun... we're here to help. Together with Michele Ganiko, Associate Director of Catering at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki, we discuss and decode some of the most common acronyms and phrases used during wedding planning.If you're feeling overwhelmed by all of your wedding day options, this episode is a must for you! Michele, Joe and I deep dive into hotel wedding phrases and acronyms, outdoor venue lingo, and general wedding terms that you might not know (yet). Our special guest for this episode:Michele Ganiko, Associate Director of Catering Hyatt Regency WaikikiDo you have any other wedding terms or acronyms you think we should share? Email us at unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.com and we'll answer your questions on an upcoming episode.These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

This is personally one of my favorite episodes - everything you need to know when interviewing wedding planners. When I have initial meetings with clients, they're often in the "deer-in-headlights-too-overwhelmed-to-know-what-to-ask" stage of wedding planning. Hiring a planner can be a huge relief, and a huge first step, but finding a good fit is crucial. How do you find that perfect fit? By asking the right questions! Prepare some information in advance (budget, guest count, preferred wedding date, and ideal vision), and be prepared to ask them your questions (if they don't answer them automatically for you).Tune in to hear our full list of must-ask questions for all your wedding planner interviews. We're here to set you up for wedding planning success!  These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

It's the never ending wedding question - live band or a DJ? In this episode, we have Brian Webb, cellist and singer extraordinaire, from  LoveJack. While he's a one-man show, his looping skills (listen to the episode to find out what looping is all about) are legendary. We go into depth with him and really make him answer some tough questions:- How does a live musician fit into your wedding day?- What costs more - a DJ or live music?- Is a DJ or live band better?- Can live musicians and DJs coexist at your wedding? Not gonna lie... we asked him A LOT of questions. Tune in to hear Brian's answers, as well as our thoughts! Brian Webb, aka LoveJackFind him on Instagram: @lovejackmusicFind him on his website: lovejack.usThese are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

This week's episode combines the best of both of our worlds - wedding day timelines and photography. In a good timeline,  the photography plays a key role in the day. As Joe mentions, there are  4 main parts of the day that can affect your timeline:1. Getting ready/prep2. Ceremony3. Portraits/Formal Photos4. ReceptionTessa looks at timelines from another angle - what do you want captured on your wedding day? Are you doing a first look? How large is your wedding party? What time is sunset and does this matter to you?How do we take two very different planning perspectives and pull them together into a comprehensive wedding day timeline? Tune in to hear all about it!  These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

Listen... As much as you communicate with your guests and think you've given them all the info they'll ever need for your wedding, there will ALWAYS be the barrage of questions on your wedding day. What time is the wedding? How do we get there? Is there a dress code? Can I bring my new friend I just met last night? OMG, IT'S A LOT. So how do you best prepare your guests to allow you to have a relaxing, calm wedding day? Tune in to this week's episode as we acknowledge (and answer) some of the most frequently asked questions that your guests will have. If you prepare these answers in advance, it will set you and your wedding day up for blissful success! These are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

If you're debating whether or not you need videography for your wedding - tune in to this week's episode. Joe and I have some BIG FEELINGS about this topic, and you're gonna want to hear our thoughts.Tessa's key takeaways:Everyone tells me "I'll never watch my video again" or "I don't want to watch myself - it's so cringey" BUT, what if we tell you this video isn't about you?I watch my video to see my grandma laughing at my wedding (she passed away about 3 years after my wedding).My daughter watches my video (not me!!) to see my and my husband on our wedding day.Joe's key takeaways:Working with a company that can do both photo and video is a major WIN-WIN. They work together seamlessly like a well oiled machine.If you're hiring 2 separate companies, find a photographer and videographer who have a mutual respect for each other and understand the value they both add to the client's wedding day.You may not want a video of you for YOU to watch, but we promise that one day in the future, you'll wish you could see someone's raw emotions - parents, grandparents, friends or another loved one. That's what a wedding video gives you.At the end of the day, the only takeaways you'll have from your wedding are: your photos, your videos, your podcast BFFs, and the lifetime friendship you have with your wedding planner! :) Support us: patreon.com/unveilingparadiseThese are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

If you're deep in the midst of your wedding planning, we're positive that you've seen a preferred vendor list - this could be either from your wedding planner, your venue, or even one of your other many vendors. Caterers partner with staffing and bar companies, photographers will refer videographers that they work collaboratively with, and venues will often require you to work with specific tried and true vendors that have been thoroughly vetted through them. Is this a good thing, or not? We personally think having a select list of vendors to choose from who have worked together, understand the rules, and play nicely together is 100% a good thing. In today's episode, we have Stuart Kotake, the Director of Catering and Sales for the Waikiki Collection, talking about why selecting your vendors from a Preferred (or in his words - Partner) vendor list is truly a win for your wedding! Tune in to hear his expertise on this often polarizing topic. Support us: patreon.com/unveilingparadiseStuart Kotake, Director of Catering and Sales at the Waikiki Collection (hotels and resorts listed below):Royal Hawaiian Resort WaikikiMoana Surfrider HotelSheraton WaikikiSheraton Princess Kaiulani Hotel Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesser Tessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.comThese are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

The Electric Slide, Macarena and Mr. Brightside - are these on your MUST PLAY or DO NOT PLAY song list for your wedding day? In this episode, DJ Kevo chats with us about songs to create your perfect wedding day playlist - from the ceremony, through cocktail hour, to the very last song of the night - we're here to help you find the right tunes to fit your vibe! So whether you're into 90s gangster rap like Tessa, or a polka party like Joe, a good wedding DJ will make sure your weddings songs are the right fit for you. If you're working on your wedding day playlist, this is an episode you don't want to miss! Support us: patreon.com/unveilingparadiseFind Bliss DJs Hawaii (aka, DJ Kevo) here: @blissdjshawaiiFind Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesser Tessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.comThese are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

DIY, or D-I-Why?? Everyone who has ever gotten married, is getting married, or has thought about a budget knows that this *somewhat dangerous* thought will pop into your head at least once during your wedding planning... Can I DIY elements of my wedding and save money? (For those wedding planning newbies... DIY = Do It Yourself) If you've ever considered DIY-ing parts (or all) of your wedding, this episode is for you!Support us: patreon.com/unveilingparadiseWhat should you consider before DIY-ing your wedding?Time - How much time do you actually have? Are you enlisting friends/family to help? How much time do they have?Talent - How crafty are you, really? Treasure - At the end of everything, how much money are you actually saving?Are there specific areas that make more sense to DIY vs others?  Listen in to hear Joe and Tessa's thoughts about each wedding category, including wedding planning, making your own food, and using disposable cameras instead of hiring a pro!Are there easier items to DIY than others? We share a list of items that make sense to DIY vs our big time NO WAYs. :) Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesser Tessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.comThese are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com

Choosing the right venue for your destination wedding is a BIG DEAL, but how do you even know where to begin? We're thrilled to have Christiana Okada, the Director of Catering at the Halekulani join us this week as we talk about the process of working with a hotel venue as you plan your destination. Having a team of professionals helping you make these decisions is so important (especially if you're not planning to visit before your wedding), so finding a venue and a team of vendors that you trust is critical. If you're thinking about getting married away from home, this episode is for you!Support us: patreon.com/unveilingparadise6 Things to Consider When Choosing a Venue for a Hotel WeddingsIn this episode, Cristiana Okaka, the Director of Catering at the Halekulani, shares her advice about selecting the perfect hotel venue for your destination wedding. Tune in as we explore these 6 main points:Bridging the gap between a venue at a destination and a couple planning from afar - how can a hotel and its team help?What questions should I be asking venues that I won’t be able to see in person before my wedding? What are common must haves or non-negotiables that clients will ask about?For food and beverage - how do I select my menu if I’m not there to do a tasting? What are some commonly forgotten food items that I should consider when looking at venues?How important are food tastings? Should I take a trip just to do my food tasting?Exploring bar options and how having a wedding at a hotel can actually save you money on your bar! Wedding amenities - what’s included for a wedding at a hotel vs an outdoor venue? And what upgrades/amenities can you get if you book at a hotel?OUR GUEST FOR THIS EPISODE:Cristiana Okada, Director of Catering at the HalekulaniInstagram: @halekulanihotelFind Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesser Tessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.comThese are our top 3 episodes to start with if you are about to have your summer wedding. We'd love to hear from you. Hit us up and mention our show to learn more about our Unveiling Paradise Promo.  Please support this episode's show sponsor - Fine Time Shave Ice - Learn more at https://www.finetimeshaveice.comSupport the Show.Find Us on Instagram:Unveiling Paradise @unveilingparadiseJoe @josephesserTessa @fredandkateeventsEmail us unveilingparadisepodcast@gmail.comWeb unveilingparadise.com