Respecting Monk Seals when visitng Hawaii’s beaches

With Makana, the monk seal who treats Hookipa as her vacation retreat, back on the north shore beach again, marine mammal officials are reminding the public that monk seals are protected under the Endangered Species Act. Endemic to the islands, the Hawaiian monk seals, Monachus schauinslandi, is known in Hawaii as ‘ilio holo i ka…

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Doing a Hawaii Honeymoon “split”

I was recently asked to contribute to an article for a major travel magazine. The assignment sounded simple on paper: recommend a dream honeymoon for couples with an unlimited budget, and also one for couples watching their spending. In real life, that’s where things get interesting. After planning Hawaii honeymoons for more than two decades,…

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Why Booking Hawaii Vacations Needs a Personal Touch!

The title is really to get your attention. After doing the podcast “Over Shopping the Internet,” I felt the need to vent a little bit more about booking Hawaii vacations with our company. People are flooding us with calls and requests, struggling to understand the difference between our services and what online megastores like Travelocity…

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Common Airline Comfort Tips For Hawaii

Making your flight to Hawaii more pleasant involves a few simple steps, many of which are recommended by airlines. Consider chewing gum, yawning, or sucking on hard candies to alleviate ear pressure during take-off and landing. Staying hydrated throughout the journey is crucial, so consume ample water. Additionally, to avoid stiffness, do light stretching exercises…

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Free or Almost Free Things to Do in Hawaii

Looking for cheap and free things to do in Hawaii? You’re in luck! While lots of activities here can be pricey, there is plenty to do on a budget.  Hiking, performances and some attractions and services are free or almost free. These activities are available all year round and can make an otherwise budget-busting vacation…

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Getting married on Oahu

Get going early Do you plan on getting married in Oahu? If so, the is open only during normal business hours but not on the usual 13-14 State holidays. With over 1 million people and over 900,000 vehicles registered on Oahu, traffic and parking can be challenging. Keep holidays in mind when getting married on…

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