The wedding industry came to a halt in March because of COVID-19, and it has yet to pick back up again. But despite the stress of canceling or postponing their big day, most engaged couples find themselves closer than ever. Whether you were planning a lavish affair or simple wedding before the pandemic started, you can use this time to strengthen your relationship, thereby ensuring a happy marriage. 

How the Pandemic Has Brought Couples Closer

In these uncertain times, it’s natural to stress about virtually every aspect of your life, from your health to your finances. Despite the challenges that most people are facing, though, the majority of engaged couples have reported their relationships have never been better.

Stay-at-home orders have forced couples to spend more quality time together and find new ways to entertain each other. Instead of worrying about seating charts and wedding party drama, those who were in the midst of planning their big day when the pandemic started were reminded of why they fell in love in the first place. Some couples even realized they were more excited for marriage than their ceremony and reception and have decided to host a simple wedding instead. 

How You Can Still Have Your Dream Wedding 

If you were planning a destination wedding and want to proceed despite the pandemic, a fun alternative is to host a virtual ceremony from your own home. While often not legally binding, this allows couples to commit to one another and celebrate their love in an unforgettable way despite the current climate.

You can connect with an officiant in Hawaii, for example, who will host a beautiful service and vow exchange from a breathtaking location on your behalf. Let the officiant transport you to a tropical paradise with a high-quality video camera. And when travel restrictions lift, you can even plan a honeymoon to Hawaii to make it official. 

If you’re still longing for a traditional wedding, many couples are changing their original plans of a large gathering to smaller destination weddings next year. A simple destination wedding still allows you to celebrate with close friends and family while remembering that this day is about you and your love for each other. 

If you want to have a simple wedding or vow renewal with your sweetheart during the pandemic, turn to Simple Kona Beach Weddings. Based in Kailua-Kona, HI, they specialize in intimate ceremonies on the Big Island of Hawaii. Founder, organizer, and officiant Becky Ringler is proud to help couples from all over the world host the destination weddings of their dreams. Until the pandemic has passed, she’s offering virtual ceremonies that couples can participate in from the comfort and safety of home. To learn more about these simple weddings, visit the website or call (888) 582-5775.

Photos in this post taken by Simple Kona Beach Weddings on a cell post service.