{"id":4536,"date":"2021-08-03T22:39:17","date_gmt":"2021-08-03T22:39:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dreamweddingshawaii.com\/?p=4536"},"modified":"2021-08-03T23:59:43","modified_gmt":"2021-08-03T23:59:43","slug":"the-delta-variant-covid-and-your-hawaii-wedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dreamweddingshawaii.com\/the-delta-variant-covid-and-your-hawaii-wedding\/","title":{"rendered":"The Delta Variant, Covid, and Your Hawaii Wedding"},"content":{"rendered":"
<\/a><\/p>\n They met during the lockdowns and got married :)<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Things were just getting back to normal, states were opening up, mask mandates were dropping – THEN BAM!\u00a0 This stupid Delta variant hits, politicians start panicking, people start pointing fingers at everyone; friends, family, you name it.\u00a0 Conspiracy theories start flooding the internet, the sky feels like it’s going to fall, and you’re left wondering if you should plan your wedding in Hawaii<\/strong>.<\/a>\u00a0 Here’s my opinion…<\/p>\n As of now, there is no threat of lockdowns by the federal or state government.\u00a0 \u00a0There’s just a threat of a vaccine mandate (which I don’t think is fair).\u00a0 Our government leaders have asked us to keep our parties small, to not attend church, and to wear a mask in crowded areas.\u00a0 They’ve also asked us to get vaccinated if we’re not.\u00a0 \u00a0But so far, the government has just “asked.”\u00a0 They haven’t created another “emergency mandate.”<\/p>\n And let’s be clear.\u00a0 Our local government is broke.\u00a0 They can’t afford another lockdown themselves, so I think this most likely won’t happen.\u00a0 So, I really do think you can plan your wedding with zero fear of our state locking down, even the face of the rise in cases.<\/p>\n As far as COVID goes in Hawaii, the Delta variant is what’s spreading down here.\u00a0 \u00a0Positive cases are definitely going up, but deaths have separated from positive cases, so that’s the good news.\u00a0 Hospitals are operating at full capacity, but that’s because all types of patients are being accepted.\u00a0 \u00a0Remember, hospitals have to operate at near or full capacity to turn a profit.\u00a0 Through nurses I know, they said there are patients coming in for COVID, but their symptoms are not nearly as bad the first time around.<\/p>\n Our governor has promised that when 70% of our population is vaccinated, all mandates will disappear.\u00a0 I’m hoping he sticks to that because as of now, we are currently around 66%.\u00a0 \u00a0As of now, over 70% of those eligible for vaccination, has taken the shot, including myself and my staff.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Deaths have detached itself from positive cases<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Okay, if you want to get married in Hawaii during COVID, make sure it’s outdoor, as that’s the closest you’ll get to normal.\u00a0 There are a lot fewer restrictions if you tie the knot outdoors, plus it just looks nicer.<\/p>\n Here’s a copy and paste from our county website regarding COVID and your wedding.\u00a0 Yeah, it’s a bit over-the-top, try not to laugh:<\/p>\n Wedding event operators.<\/strong>\u00a0 This section applies to weddings under the supervision of professional event planners, venues, or catering and convention service managers (\u201cWeddings\u201d<\/strong>).\u00a0 Weddings may take place under the following conditions:<\/p>\n a. Outdoor venues only (e.g. permitted private venues, hotels, beaches and\/or churches). The property utilized must follow all permitting\/zoning regulations for such events, and must obtain or have proper authorization before conducting such event.<\/p>\n b.\u00a0Maximum 200 persons, including staff.\u00a0 This is an exception to the general gatherings limitations.<\/p>\n c.\u00a0At least one employee\/owner of the professional event planning company, venue, catering, and\/or convention service manager must be present at the wedding and ensure it is adequately staffed and compliant with this section.<\/p>\n d.\u00a0Table seating required as follows:<\/p>\n i.\u00a0Maximum of 75 persons per table.<\/p>\n ii.\u00a0It is recommended that each table be reserved for members of the same household\/living unit.<\/p>\n iii.\u00a0Dining tables can be pre-set with tableware (dinner and salad plates, cutlery and glassware) so long as dining area is roped off prior to guest seating; linens, chargers, stationary goods, flowers and miscellaneous d\u00e9cor (e.g. table numbers, etc.) can be pre-set.<\/p>\n iv.\u00a0Food and beverage service must comply with the requirements for Restaurants\/Bars.<\/p>\n e.\u00a0Musicians, entertainment, operators, and guests are encouraged to follow the guidance in Order 8 of the Order.<\/p>\n g.\u00a0Dancing is allowed.\u00a0 Two dancers permitted every 36 square feet (6 x 6 ft.). \u00a0Up to 32 dancers will be allowed as follows:<\/p>\n i.\u00a08 dancers for a 12 x 12 dance floor<\/p>\n ii.\u00a012 dancers for a 12 x 18 dance floor<\/p>\n iii.\u00a018 dancers for an 18 x 18 dance floor<\/p>\n iv.\u00a032 dancers for a 24 x 24 dance floor<\/p>\n h.\u00a0Safety protocols are required as follows, no exceptions:<\/p>\n i.\u00a0Staff and guests, including bridal party, bride and groom, will require a temperature check upon arrival. Any person with a temperature over 100.4 will not be allowed to remain.<\/p>\n ii.\u00a0Sign-in Data must be collected for all guests.<\/p>\n Now, I would like to see a table that seats 75 people.\u00a0 I don’t think the tables in Harry Potter seated that many people.\u00a0 And I’m sure drunk guests who want to dance, will abide by all of these distancing rules….riiiight.\u00a0 \u00a0And what adult will have a 100.4 degree temperature and still feel good?\u00a0 Come on now.\u00a0 By the way, the parties that our local politicians attend, don’t follow these rules.\u00a0 I would say about every gala wedding that I’ve worked at, didn’t follow any of these rules.<\/p>\nPLEASE DON’T PANIC…<\/span><\/h1>\n
LOCKDOWNS AND YOUR HAWAII WEDDING PACKAGE<\/h2>\n
THE CURRENT COVID-19 RULES FOR YOUR OUTDOOR HAWAII WEDDING<\/h2>\n