Category: Hawaii Travel & Vacation Info

Even if you’re vacationing during the rainy season in Hawaii, you’ll likely still be able to enjoy a good amount of sunshine. Still, a rainy day is the best time to discover local Hawaii businesses. Here’s what to do if the idealized “day at the beach” isn’t in the forecast during your Hawaii vacation.  When […]

If you’ve been reading my posts for a while, then you know that I’m all about cheap activities in Hawaii. There are lots of free outdoorsy things to do, like swimming, hiking, and chasing waterfalls. Not only are they incredible experiences, but they are usually free or very cheap. To make it easier to enjoy […]

We all know about Oahu’s must-do activities, like Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head, and the Dole Plantation, just to name a few. But if you want to discover something different, there are lots of unique things to do in Hawaii. In fact, some of the activities are distinctively quirky!  We put our heads together and made […]

Whether you had your dream wedding thirty years ago or eloped in a small ceremony two years ago, Hawaii is the perfect place to renew your wedding vows. If you are planning a romantic vacation to Hawaii, why not use the backdrop of the beautiful sunsets and sandy beaches to renew your vows? A  Hawaiian […]

Last week, I wrote all about the best free things to do on Oahu. And when I went to the Big Island a few months ago, I was on a tight budget. So, I was interested in finding the best free things to do in Hawaii Big Island. During the process, I learned that there […]

The best things in life – and in Hawaii – are free. Watching the changing colors as the sun dips below the ocean, swimming in the crystal-clear waters, and having a lazy day on the beach are among my favorite things to do here. And they are all free things to do in Oahu. Unfortunately, […]

One of the most frequently asked questions I get about Hawaii is whether or not the is worth a visit. Honestly, I could never answer. I had never been to the Dole Plantation aside from a quick visit to grab some Dole Whip. But today, I decided to do some research and see for myself. […]

Planning starts in July when you’re thinking about spending Christmas in Hawaii. Trust us. If you dream of a Hawaiian Christmas – with palm trees and Mai Tais instead of busy shopping malls and snow – we can help you make that dream happen. If you wait to book your holiday vacation to Hawaii until […]

Although Oahu is my home and will always hold a special place in my heart, Kauai is my favorite island to visit. The oldest Hawaiian island, its beauty stretches from the depths of Waimea Canyon to the high cliffs of the Na Pali Coast. Today, I want to share with you a few of my […]

Driving along the north shore of Oahu is one of my favorite ways to spend a Saturday. Every time I explore the north shore, I find new places that I haven’t discovered before. And, the only way around is a one-lane highway that hugs the coast, Kamehameha Highway. As the speed limit lowers and the […]

Let’s face it: Hawaiian vacations are expensive. I’ve had many people visit me over the years who want to do Hawaii on a budget. Luckily in Hawaii, all of the beaches are completely free. But where do you go when you’re ready to venture out beyond the beach? I’ve made a list of my favorite […]

When you book your Hawaii vacation, the last thing you probably want to think about is going back home! But, alas, all good things must come to an end — and that goes for tropical vacations, too. This leaves many visitors wondering: how long should you stay in Hawaii? Before you book your flight home, […]