http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/chris This blog is for those who are planning a Hawaii Vacation. I am here to help you plan a worry free affordable vacation. Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:59:01 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en With the new improvements to Waikiki comes a lot more nightlife added to the scene in famed Waikiki on Oahu.Senor Frogs is a newer nightclub located on the second floor of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel.  Don't let the long line fool you some nights it does usually move rather quickly.  ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/chris/2008/07/15/nightlife-in-famed-waikiki/ One of the popular cruises for Hawaii is Norwegian Cruiseline's 7 day hawaii sail.  It is the best way to visit many islands in a shorter period of time.I had gone on the Pride of Hawaii in December of 2007.  This ship is no longer sailing but her sister ship ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/chris/2008/05/16/cruising-hawaii-with-ncl/ The Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach hotel was really a very pleasant experience for me.  The employees of this hotel really make you feel welcome from the very start.As we arrive at the hotel early for check in I ask if they would hold my bags for me while I ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/chris/2008/03/07/outrigger-waikiki-on-the-beach/ A friend of mine had a great suggestion one night to go to dinner in Waikiki to a restaurant called Mac 24/7.  This restaurant is located in the downstairs area of the hilton prince kuhio.It's almost like a little gem hidden away in this hotel.  It is open , well ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/chris/2008/02/04/a-great-find-to-eat-in-waikiki/ I recently had the pleasure of staying at the Resort Quest Waikiki Beach Hotel on Oahu.  I really enjoyed this hotel.  Location is great, close to shops and restaurants and also the beach is right across the street.Front desk staff was awesome.  They gave my son his resortquest back pack ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/chris/2008/01/31/resort-quest-waikiki-beach-hotel/ On My travels back home to Hawaii I stayed twice at the hyatt regency waikiki, which I did stay at before.  I however have many pictures to share with you this time as well.Open air lobby with shops at the hyatt regency waikikiI had another wonderful stay at this property ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/chris/2007/12/16/2-more-stays-at-the-hyatt-regency-waikiki/ I recently had the pleasure of doing a site inspection of the Sheraton Waikiki and would like to share my thoughts of the property with all of you thinking about traveling to Oahu for your next vacation.  This property is a great property for all travelers.  It's good for couples, ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/chris/2007/12/01/review-of-the-sheraton-waikiki/ Well it would only be fitting to blog in pink about the Royal Hawaiian Hotel otherwise known as "The Pink Palace" Again like the Moana Surfrider the Royal Hawaiian has the feel of old hawaii, yet elegant and beautiful.  Most people know this hotel by it's signature pink color.  It ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/chris/2007/11/26/royal-hawaiian-hotel-the-pink-lady/ Today I got a chance to go and see the Moana Surfrider which is branded Westin property in Waikiki.The experience was great.  The staff was so friendly and very welcoming.  The Moana hotel originally took over the Surfrider and combined them into one creating the Moana Surfrider Hotel.  This hotel ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/chris/2007/11/26/the-moana-surfrider-in-oahu/ Now that you have booked your trip, gotten all the details worked out and it's getting close to your departure date, there is still more preparing for you to do pre travel.Flights schedules and carry-ons.The day before you are traveling don't forget to call and check with the airline or ... http://www.hawaii-aloha.com/chris/2007/11/14/how-do-i-prepare-for-my-hawaii-trip/