http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/abby Helping you plan your vacation in Paradise Thu, 26 Jun 2008 19:41:42 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Dorthy, Christina, and Eric Beckwith, from Idaho Falls, Idaho, recently returned from a 9-night vacation in May to the Big Island and Kaua'i.  Dorthy was kind enough to share some of the many wonderful pictures from their trip and memories that will last a lifetime. On the Big Island, they ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/abby/2008/06/09/big-island-kauai-vacation-memories/ "Working with Abby for our family vacation was a blessing. We did not require to change the package she suggested at all.  With the wonderful accommodations at the Resort Quest Waikiki Beach Tower, we were in heaven. We had an awesome view from our terrace balcony right ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/abby/2008/06/02/a-wonderful-waikiki-vacation/ The Stutzman family, from Redmond, Oregon, recently returned from a multi-island vacation to the Big Island and Maui.  On the Big Island, they stayed in a 2-bedroom/3-bath townhouse condo with views of Mauna Kea and the ocean.  On Maui, they ended their vacation in luxury at the Hyatt Regency ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/abby/2008/05/08/an-unforgettable-vacation-at-the-hyatt-regency-maui-resort-spa/ Traveling all the way from Ohio, Mary Hrib, Leslie Sullivan, and Kristi Jaschek recently returned from a fun-filled multi-island vacation to Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island.  Here's what Mary had to say about their trip:"My friends and I really enjoyed working with Abby on our multi-island trip.  She coordinated ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/abby/2008/04/10/a-memorable-hawaii-vacation/ Maui, the "Magic Isle," has been voted the "Best Pacific Island" by readers of the Conde Nast Traveler magazine for 16 years in a row, and it's easy to see why.  Maui has something for everyone - whether you're looking to sip Mai Tais on a beautiful white sand ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/abby/2008/03/11/the-best-things-to-do-on-maui/ June 6th - 8th, 2008 The Pan Pacific Festival Matsuri is an annual festival which demonstrates and promotes cultural exchanges in the songs, dances and traditions of people living in Japan, Hawaii, and the Pacific Basin .  This yearly event is a "must-see" if you'll be in Hawaii or ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/abby/2008/03/03/spotlight-on-oahu-the-29th-annual-pan-pacific-festival-matsuri/ If you're going to be in Hawaii, or need another excuse to come visit, be sure to check out some of the following upcoming cultural events and activities to make your visit even more memorable: Maui International Festival of Canoes: May 10th - 31st Maui Film ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/abby/2008/02/24/upcoming-hawaii-cultural-festivals-events-in-the-islands/ Just last month, Norwegian Cruise Line had three ships offering cruises throughout Hawaii.  This month there are two, and as of May, there will only be one: the Pride of America.The Norwegian Cruise Line ships are the only ships with home ports in Hawaii - the cruises depart Honolulu Harbor ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/abby/2008/02/12/cruising-in-hawaii-the-withdrawal-of-two-norwegian-cruise-line-ships-opens-up-a-whole-world-of-great-cruise-alternatives/ June and Wayne Farmer came to Hawaii in July to cruise on the NCL Pride of America.  Instead of lounging on the beach sipping Mai Tais, the Farmers opted for more adventure on their Hawaii trip and went fishing while in Kona.   The Blue Marlin they caught was 9 ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/abby/2008/01/28/fishing-adventures-on-the-big-island/ What can be better than spending the holidays in Paradise?  Not too much.  Just ask the Wilkins Family, from Palmdale California, who recently spoiled themselves for ten days in a Deluxe Oceanview room at the Westin Maui Resort & Spa. "We had an absolutely fabulous trip.  It could not ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/abby/2008/01/02/a-perfect-holiday-at-the-westin-maui-resort-spa/