When planning a dream vacation to Hawaii, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether to opt for an all-inclusive package or to purchase everything à la carte. While Hawaii isn’t known for traditional all-inclusive resorts where you can eat and drink all day without limits, there are ways to create an…

If you think Hawaii hotels rates are high, think again, because we’re actually CHEAPER when you’re talking about how they compare to other similar destinations. l will  concede that room rates in Hawaii are about double the national average, but there is at least one simple explanation for that disparity. There are a whole lot…

There are a ton of ways for travelers to save on vacations, especially with new companies popping up like Airbnb and VRBO for accommodations, Uber for transportation, and review sites like TripAdvisor and Yelp. This is a great thing because it provides the budget traveler with tools and options. Trust me, for a newly married,…

Hawaii seems to have it all. Year round warm weather, a gorgeous ocean, beautiful beaches, high-end hotels, incredible shopping, tropical fruits, unique eateries… I could go on. It’s hard to think of something that Hawaii DOESN’T has. So for fun, we posted this question on our Facebook page for fans to answer: “What Hawaii DOESN’T…

Wow, what an adventurous last two weeks! If you hadn’t heard, I was away on a trip to Europe with Lanai’s Travel Club from Hawaii. I took a group of people to Italy, Spain and France and we had an incredible time exploring the city streets, the various landmarks (like the Leaning Tower of Pisa,…

Today we do something we haven’t done in a while and that is answer questions from some of our social media friends. Patty is going to be in Kona for a week and is looking for a hiking suggestion to enjoy during her visit. I shared my favorite hike and some ideas about how to…

Our main topic today is a spooky one. Well, if you’re superstitious I guess, because I think the topic is more about respect and less about a curse. Anyways, we’ll tell you all about the lava rock curse that has plagued Hawaii vacationers for years, starting from the very beginning. Get ready for a great…

Podcast listener questions We got several questions this week which we addressed on today’s show. Claire is worried about sharks when she comes here to the islands because of recent shark attacks in the news. Studies show that we’re not on the menu for lunch when it comes to what sharks prefer in their diet.…

Well folks, just when you thought we might be slowing down on our vacation bookings to Hawaii, we have actually now entered into our busy season. And now is the time to start thinking about your upcoming trips (that is, if you want to make sure you book something for a reasonable price). Despite popular…

For some, Christmas in Hawaii just doesn’t feel the same as a white, wintry, cozy-up-by-the-fire type of Christmas. It’s true; we don’t get the snow, or the chilly weather, or the layering of scarves, jackets, and wool mittens. But we’re also not complaining! What’s not to love about a holiday season spent entirely in a…

Today’s topic we’re going to cover something that might prove to be quite helpful during your trip to Hawaii. Vacationers all find different ways to relax; whether with a good book, spa time and massages, laying in the sun, or one of my personal favorites, enjoying a refreshing tropical cocktail. Hawaii has some of the…

One of the most frequent questions people ask us as a Hawaii travel agency is, “which island should I choose?” While this may seem like a tough choice as a first time traveler to the islands, we’re here to reassure you that with Hawaii, you really can’t go wrong. The Hawaiian archipelago is made up…