Pride of America Cruise

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The Ship The NCL Pride of America Cruise is an excellent choice if you’re considering a Hawaii cruise. This ship is unique because it’s permanently docked in the Hawaiian Islands, offering weekly sailings from Honolulu every Saturday. The Pride of America underwent complete renovations in 2015 and was refurbished in 2022. It can accommodate 2,100…

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Quirky, Fun and New things to do In Hawaii

We’ve been getting a lot of requests lately from Podcast listeners to talk about fun things to do in Hawaii so on today’s podcast Yaling and I offer some suggestions. Before you even get on your plane to come to Hawaii, you’ll likely hear A LOT of suggestions from those who have been here before —…

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My Favorite Walking Paths on Oahu

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For some, Hawaii instills a sense of adventure and desire for outdoor activity, such as hiking. A big hiking fan myself, I must say that Oahu has some of Hawaii’s finest hiking trails, but I also have to admit that throughout my time here in the islands, I’ve come across many people that aren’t here…

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Winter Weather in Hawaii

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Our main topic today is on winter (what?) in Hawaii and the highlights of vacationing to the islands during this time of year. If you’re fond of nature and want the experience of a lifetime, we recommend booking a whale watching tour while visiting Hawaii, since it is touted as one of the best places…

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My Must Do Suggestions for Hilo, Hawaii

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Our main topic of the day is about Hilo, Big Island’s largest town and Hawaii’s second largest town. Most people only know one thing about Hilo, and that is that it’s a gateway to get to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. But there is so much more to this verdant Hawaii-style community! Get the highlights of…

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My Picks for Hawaii Vacation Island Combos

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If you’re coming to Hawaii for vacation, consider expanding your trip by planning a multi island package. Traveling to two different islands is the best way to get the most out of Hawaii, especially because each island offers something so totally different from the next. The only problem is, how do you choose which islands…

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Enjoying your Hawaii Vacation like a Hollywood Celebrity

With top notch beaches, year round warm weather, and water front resorts, it’s no wonder Hawaii is a popular destination for celebrities to frequent. And despite Hawaii’s flood of tourism that keeps the beaches busy, celebrities still choose to vacation within the islands. While they may find a slice of seclusion at their resort or…

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My “Must do” Hawaii Waterfall Suggestions

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Waterfalls are a big source of question when it comes to vacationers traveling to Hawaii. For some, these natural water spectacles might seem like a mythical creatures, existing only in dreams and in highly unattainable landscapes. Or maybe you’ve seen waterfalls online and on TV and think the ones in Hawaii could never compare. You…

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The best ways to see the Napali Coast on Kauai

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The Na Pali Coast. Cathedral-like mountain peaks and crevices, verdant and textured like the scales on the back of a chameleon, beaches beyond even the most secluded in Hawaii, and dramatic scenery like no other. Situated along Kauai's west facing shores is one of the most impressive sights in all the islands, and is also…

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My Favorite Maui Beach Picks

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It's no mystery why so many Hawaii vacationers choose Maui over any other island- the crowds are smaller than Oahu, but bigger than Kauai, (offering a varied nightlife), the scenery is unbeatable (living up to it's nickname “The Valley Isle”), and the beaches are diverse and beautiful. And speaking of beaches, today we're highlighting our…

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My Favorite Big Island Beach Picks

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The Big Island, although the youngest of the Hawaiian Islands, has some of the clearest waters in all of Hawaii along its northwest coast. While the stretches of sand may not be as expansive as some of the older islands’, (due to less time for development), they are still some of the most spectacular and…

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Friday Night Fireworks on the Makani Catamaran

Passengers enjoying a cruise on the Makani Catamaran

A few days ago we had the chance to sail on the Makani Catamaran on its Friday night fireworks cruise. The journey starts with a nice cruise out to sea where you experince a classic Hawaiian sunset. We were lucky enough to see the “green flash” because the view plane was so clear across the…

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