Hawaii Vacation Blog

You may notice the lack of Hawaii billboards, but you won’t miss them!  When driving down Hawaii roadways, there’s no need to worry about those massive advertisements getting in between you and the view of the ocean. Hawaii is one of four states that ban billboards (Alaska, Maine, and Vermont are the other states). So, […]

If you’ve been here on a Hawaii Vacation, then we hope (fingers crossed) that you’ve sampled a Malasada. These Portuguese balls of dough are deep-fried in oil and rolled in granulated sugar, much like a donut, but minus the hole. They are warm, sugary, cinnamon-rolled and fried to perfection, and can be found at many […]

Talking about the weather is usually chit chat but not when you visit Hilo! This windward area gets more than its fair share of rain but is all the more beautiful because of it. My recent visit to the Big Island gave me the opportunity to stay on the Hilo again which was nice because […]

Hawaii Five-0 fans know to ask for the “Five-0 Rainbow” when they go to Waiola Shave Ice. The lilikoi, lychee, and cotton candy combo became an official flavor after Kamekona (Taylor Wily) offered it to the show’s three main characters during a first-season episode. In fact, Waiola became a recurring name in Five-0 that continues […]

As you ascend to the tallest Hawaiian mountain, you’ll actually be climbing the tallest mountain in the world! Let’s talk about Mauna Kea, and other Hawaiian mountains that are technically taller than Everest.  Mauna Kea: Hawaii Island’s Tallest Mountain When we think of the world’s tallest mountain, you’ll likely envision Mount Everest. At 29,035 feet, […]

Because birthday horoscopes usually include a list of famous people born on that date, we wanted to highlight an upcoming one for July 24th. This happens to be J-Lo’s birthday as well as the French author of The Three Musketeers, Alexandre Dumas’. But one name that stands out is that of American aviator Amelia Earhart. […]

We told you what to pack for your Hawaii vacation. But there are several things you probably shouldn’t pack; either because you can easily get them while you’re here or because it will take up too much space in your suitcase. And with the new airline fees for overweight bags or extra checked-in ones, it’s […]

Sometimes packing is the most stressful part of a trip, and you find yourself pulling out your hair before even stepping foot on the plane. When packing for a Hawaii vacation, it’s best to think light. Obviously, there’s no need for bulky jackets or any form of winter wear (unless you go specifically to play […]

With all our talk about beating the competition, you may be asking yourself how exactly we accomplish this. Just how can a small travel company outdo the bigwigs? We’ve told you it’s been our inside connections, our local presence, and our established networks, which is all true. But what we haven’t revealed to you is […]

This may sound silly, but the other day, I had a sudden realization of how amazing Hawaii is. Of course, those of you not from here must be wondering what planet I’ve been living on; the thing is, I’ve been living right here, in” Paradise,” my entire life but only recently have I succumbed to […]

Back then, we called it the “coconut wireless,” when news spread quickly through word-of-mouth and jokingly indicat that Hawaii used coconuts for phones. Today, that concept has taken on a more high-tech approach. It’s what the city of Honolulu has been calling the “Kokua Wireless.” Free wi-fi hotspots in Downtown Honolulu. The service will expand […]

Travel scams are a good way to ruin both your vacation and finances. Some people and companies prey on vacationers by offering travel deals that either take your money with nothing to show for it or practice overall deceitful tactics. The Timeshare Dilemma Many times, you’ll go to a foreign country or resort and find […]