Some love stories feel like they were written years in advance, waiting for the right place and the right time to unfold. For Gamal and Kristina, that place was Maui, a destination they had always dreamed of visiting together.
They came from New York to celebrate their anniversary, but Gamal had been quietly planning something much bigger: a Maui proposal that would honor Kristina’s love of the beach and warm weather, while also surprising her with a moment that felt both intentional and intimate. Having grown up spending summers in Puerto Rico, Kristina’s happiest memories are tied to the ocean, so a quiet Maui beach felt like the perfect way to begin their new chapter. And he chose to hire a Maui surprise proposal photographer to capture it all.
Planning the Surprise
When Gamal first reached out, he mentioned how hard it was to plan without raising Kristina’s suspicions. That’s where we came in. He had one request: flowers on the sand to set the stage. Together, we designed a semi-circle floral arrangement in Kristina’s favorite colors—yellow, pink, and coral—for a look that felt joyful yet refined.
Andrea, our trusted florist partner, arrived at Oneloa Beach early to prepare the space, while I coordinated the timeline so everything flowed seamlessly. We kept a low profile, blending in as tourists until the couple arrived.
The Big Moment
As the waves rolled in and the sun began to soften, Gamal guided Kristina toward the flowers. Then he dropped to one knee. The moment was pure magic; Kristina gasped, tears streaming, before saying yes with the kind of joy that can only come from a love almost a decade in the making.
From there, the celebration continued with an engagement session. With the cliffs of Kapalua as their backdrop, we captured the mix of laughter, tears, and relief that followed such a long-planned surprise.
Why Maui
For Gamal and Kristina, this trip was more than a vacation; it was the fulfillment of a promise. Years ago, they had talked about visiting Hawaii, but it wasn’t possible then. Now, after nine years together, the island became the setting for the beginning of their next adventure.
Stories like this remind me why Maui proposals are so much more than taking pictures. It’s about creating an experience where the planning and details fade into the background, leaving only space for the couple to be fully present with each other.
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If you’re dreaming about proposing in Hawaii, whether on a quiet beach in Kapalua or during an adventurous helicopter tour over the cliffs, let’s make it happen. Together, we’ll plan something personal, beautiful, and unforgettable.