Your Questions, Answered
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Kona offers more than beautiful scenery. It provides the space to step away from daily routines, distractions, and stress. The peaceful surroundings create an environment where couples can slow down, have meaningful conversations, and focus entirely on one another. While Hawaii is a wonderful place to visit, the destination isn't the purpose of the retreat. It's simply the setting for the important work of strengthening your marriage.
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We understand that a five-day marriage retreat is a significant investment of both time and money. It's a question every couple should thoughtfully consider.
The reality is that every marriage is an investment. Healthy marriages require intentional time, honest conversations, and a willingness to grow together. Unfortunately, many couples spend thousands of dollars on weddings, vacations, homes, and hobbies, but very little on strengthening the relationship that those things are meant to support.
Our retreats aren't simply a vacation or a weekend seminar. They are a personalized experience designed specifically for your marriage. You'll receive one-on-one coaching, practical tools, biblical guidance, and dedicated time away from the distractions of everyday life to focus completely on one another.
For couples in crisis, this investment can be the turning point that begins the process of healing and restoration. For healthy couples, it can strengthen communication, deepen intimacy, and help prevent future problems before they become larger issues.
The cost of investing in your marriage is often far less than the emotional, relational, and financial cost of neglecting it.
Our hope is that you'll leave Kona with something far more valuable than memories of a beautiful place—you'll leave with renewed hope, practical tools, and a stronger marriage that will impact your family for years to come.
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Getting started is simple.
Choose the retreat that best fits your marriage—Marriage Rescue or Marriage Refresher.
Select your preferred retreat package, with or without accommodations.
Complete the online inquiry and registration form. This helps us learn more about your relationship and ensure we're the right fit for your needs.
Reserve your retreat dates by submitting your deposit. Once your reservation is confirmed, you'll receive a welcome packet with travel information, a suggested itinerary, and everything you need to prepare for your week in Kona.
From the moment you contact us until you return home, we'll be available to help make your experience as smooth and meaningful as possible. Our goal is for you to arrive ready to focus on what matters most—your marriage.
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Unlike traditional marriage conferences or large group retreats, our focus is entirely on your marriage.
Every couple has a unique story, unique strengths, and unique challenges. That's why we don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach.
Our retreats are intentionally personal. Throughout your week, you'll receive one-on-one coaching tailored specifically to your relationship. Together, we'll explore the areas where you're thriving, identify the obstacles holding you back, and create practical steps toward lasting change.
Our retreats also provide something that's increasingly rare, time. Time away from work, schedules, phones, and daily responsibilities. Time to have meaningful conversations. Time to laugh together again. Time to heal. Time to dream about the future.
Set against the peaceful beauty of Kona, Hawaii, our retreats combine personalized coaching with an environment that encourages rest, reflection, and renewal. The breathtaking surroundings are not the focus, they simply create the perfect setting for couples to slow down and reconnect.
Most importantly, our approach is grounded in biblical principles. We believe lasting transformation comes when couples grow not only closer to one another, but also closer to God.
Our desire isn't simply that you enjoy a week in Hawaii. Our goal is for you to leave with renewed hope, practical tools, healthier patterns of communication, and a stronger foundation for the years ahead.
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You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly, usually within one business day.
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Not at all. Some couples come because they're in crisis, while others recognize they're drifting apart and want help before problems become more serious. If you're unsure which retreat is right for you, we're happy to help you decide during your consultation.
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If your marriage is experiencing significant conflict, broken trust, or ongoing communication challenges, the Marriage Rescue is likely the best fit. If your relationship is healthy and you simply want to reconnect, strengthen your marriage, and invest in your future together, the Marriage Refresher is designed for you.
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Each retreat includes personalized coaching sessions, guided conversations, practical biblical teaching, and plenty of free time to relax and enjoy Kona together. Every retreat is tailored to your unique relationship, so no two experiences are exactly alike.
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Absolutely. Everything shared during your retreat is treated with the highest level of confidentiality. We want you to feel safe to be honest, vulnerable, and open throughout the week.
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Yes. Our retreats are built on biblical principles and a Christian worldview. We welcome couples from a variety of church backgrounds and encourage honest conversations in a gracious, respectful environment.
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Absolutely! Many couples choose to arrive early or stay a few extra days to enjoy the Big Island. You're welcome to extend your vacation before or after your retreat.
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That's actually quite common. It's not unusual for one spouse to be more enthusiastic than the other. We simply ask that both husband and wife come with an open mind and a willingness to engage in the process.
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We know that life happens and things come up. It would be most beneficial if you can reschedule for the sake of your marriage. However, if you need to cancel please let us know as soon as possible.