White Beach Chapel Debuts at Hilton Hawaiian Village

CONTACTS: Cynthia Rankin +1 808 947 7817 [email protected]

Stevie Lynne Kumia Best Bridal Hawaii +1 808 951 5100 [email protected]

Karissma by Best Bridal Hawaii to Operate its Second Chapel at Hilton Hawaiian Village

HONOLULU – March 1, 2013 – Karissma by Best Bridal Hawaii, operator of seven wedding chapels in the state, has opened the White Beach Chapel at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort. The chapel is located on the southwest corner of the 22- acre resort and offers stunning views of the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon and Pacific Ocean through floor-to-ceiling glass walls. The 40-capacity chapel facility also includes bride’s chambers, a waiting area for guests and an exterior patio area. Waikiki sunsets provide a picture-perfect backdrop for late afternoon weddings and couples marrying on Friday nights can include the Hilton Hawaiian Village’s fireworks display as the climax to their ceremony.

The White Beach Chapel is the second at Hilton Hawaiian Village operated by Karissma by Best Bridal Hawaii. The Ocean Crystal Chapel can accommodate up to 80 guests, is nestled amongst lush landscaping and waterfalls within the resort.

The a la carte pricing for ceremonies starts from $2,500 for both chapels and includes a 90-minute reservation at the facility, 60-minute wedding rehearsal, ceremony coordinator, use of the state-of-the-art music system and a keepsake marriage certificate.

At the base of the Ocean Crystal Chapel is the Ocean Crystal Gazebo, which is bordered by a cascading waterfall and tranquil pond offering couples an intimate setting for ceremonies of up to 25 guests. The a la catre pricing for the gazebo starts from $1,000 for a 60-minute reservation of the area. The experienced wedding designers at Karissma can also assist with ceremony packages that include officiates, musicians, photographers, fresh flower lei and more.

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort is Waikiki’s only true destination resort, offering the perfect mix of exceptional resort accommodations and classic hospitality on Waikiki’s widest stretch of beach. The resort features more than 90 shops and services, 16 restaurants, lounges and bars; and every Friday evening, it sets the stage for a celebration of Hawaiian culture and entertainment ending in a spectacular fireworks show. For dining reservations, call the hotel directly at +1 808 949-4321. For room reservations, call toll-free at 1-800-HILTONS +1 800 445 8667, or log on to www.hawaiianvillage.hilton.com. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/hiltonhawaiianvillage.

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