Hawaii Vacation Connection

Aloha Bruce offers some Hawaii vacation news, tips for booking Hawaii activities, and notes some available deals and recent bookings on this Sunday, July 25, 2021 episode of the Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast. Bruce mentions a man on social media who bragged that he had successfully cheated Hawaii’s COVID Passport and testing system. The post […]

On the Sunday, July 11, 2021, Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast, Aloha Bruce starts by discussing implementing the Hawaii Safe Travels “vaccine passport” for visitors and how it will affect vacation plans, particularly for families traveling with young children. Bruce also explains that some Hawaii restaurants and venues are now returning to 100% capacity. Bruce Goes […]

Yaling Fisher is along with Aloha Bruce for this latest episode of the Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast and they are talking about Hawaii’s real estate market, Malama Hawaii volunteer opportunities for visitors, and run down some recently booked deals for a Hawaii vacation. Bruce notes several famous celebrity Hawaii Vacation sightings of late in Hawaii […]

On this special Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast, Aloha Bruce welcomes acclaimed photographer Joe Phillipson into the studio to talk share some Hawaii Vacation photo tips. Bruce and Joe recall how they connected over social media more than a decade ago, and marvel at the growth of the online community. Joe first came to Hawaii as […]

Aloha Bruce dives right into talking about where to stay and what to do on the beautiful Kauai the Garden Island. Bruce also offers the latest in Hawaii vacation news and shares some of the deals he’s been able to track down for Hawaii’s visitors. Beginning Tuesday, June 15, 2021, travelers will no longer be […]

Aloha Bruce shares the latest developments on the lifting of Hawaii travel restrictions on our newest Hawaii Vacations Connections Podcast, Sunday, June 6, 2021. The podcast breaks down the numbers of visitor arrivals during the past year, noting the incredible spike that happened in April and May 2021. It has resulted in massive demand for […]

On this special May 31, 2021 Memorial Day Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast, Aloha Bruce is talking about the Hawaii Car Rental shortage and exorbitant pricing throughout the Hawaiian Islands, and possible alternatives for transportation during your Hawaii vacation. Bruce notes the lifting of Hawaii’s outdoor mask mandate, and he expects other restrictions to be lifted […]

In our newest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast Aloha Bruce shares the latest changes to Hawaii’s statewide outdoor masking rules, as well as the challenges people trying to book rental cars and luaus are experiencing. Bruce says that on May 25, 2021, Governor David Ige has lifted Hawaii’s outdoor masking requirement, while encouraging residents and visitors […]

Aloha Bruce looks into some recent news about Hawaii tourism, and the soaring demand for travel to Hawaii. Bruce notes that the huge demand caused the data system at Hawaiian Airlines to crash a couple of days ago, rendering the airline unable to book any travelers and forcing the airline to issue a public apology […]

Aloha Bruce gets into the specifics of creating your day by day Hawaii vacation itinerary on our May 10, 2021 Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast, and he starts off by sharing some important information about COVID-19 vaccination status for Hawaii travelers, mainly that vaccination does not yet exempt trans-Pacific travelers from Hawaii’s COVID testing requirements. Bruce […]

On our latest Hawaii Vacation Podcast, Aloha Bruce discusses the question: “When is the best time to plan a Hawaii vacation?” Bruce talks about some of Hawaii Aloha Travel’s recent bookings to give listeners an idea of what pricing is like right now. Bruce says that now is an excellent time to vacation in Hawaii, […]

Aloha Bruce urges visitors book their Hawaii vacations now on the newest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast. Bruce talks briefly about an interisland travel “vaccine passport” for people who have been fully vaccinated in Hawaii set to launch in May. Bruce notes that he is now fully vaccinated and that “I feel free, in a way.” […]

Aloha Bruce and Lanai dive into a discussion about Hawaii’s food options for vacationers on the latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast. Lanai knows Hawaii’s food culture as well as anyone, and he offers his insight about how best to enjoy dining in the Aloha State. Later, our hosts offer important tips on getting around during […]

Aloha Bruce and Lanai Tabura start off our latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast with a conversation about staying safe in Hawaii when vacationing in the islands. Lanai says, “Get the travel insurance.” Our hosts discuss the “never turn your back on the ocean” advice that sometimes goes unheeded by careless and hapless visitors who end […]

Aloha Bruce discusses the concept of “Malama Hawaii” on the new Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast, taking a look at what it really means. Bruce explores the difference between Malama Hawaii and the “Aloha Spirit”, and he offers seasoned advice for visitors who are interested in finding true aloha. Bruce explains that the “Aloha Spirit” is […]

Aloha Bruce shares his personal best Oahu hotel picks, from budget to luxury for the latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast. He starts off with some of the latest news affecting Hawaii travel, including potential plans for a “vaccine passport” possibly letting travelers with proof of a full COVID-19 vaccination avoid a mandatory quarantine without testing […]

On our latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast, Aloha Bruce is talking about Hawaii weddings and the fact that Honolulu Mayor Blangiardi announced an easing of restrictions to begin soon, to allow up to 100 guests for outdoor weddings. He shares some encouraging news about Hawaii’s recovery and the increase in COVID-19 vaccinations here. Bruce notes […]

Aloha Bruce offers an update on tourism in Hawaii and talks about the possibility of the and quarantine exemptions for Hawaii travelers. Bruce notes straight away that as of Sunday, March 21, having received a COVID vaccination does not exempt Hawaii arrivals from the current mandatory testing and quarantine requirements. Bruce says that possibly by […]

On the latest Hawaii Vacation Podcast, hosts Aloha Bruce and Lanai Tabura offer some important tips on budgeting for your Hawaii Vacation to make the most of savings and special offers. Bruce says the timing of your vacation is key, as demand for flights and accommodations are likely to increase quickly as the COVID vaccine […]

Aloha Bruce has some important travel news and great hawaii hotel deals on this February 28, 2021 Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast. He starts with “something you should definitely not do”, a story about two people who tried to bribe their way into avoiding Hawaii’s travel requirements and ended up in jail. He notes that are […]

Aloha Bruce breaks down the specifics of booking beachside accommodations on our latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast. Bruce says he’s confident in Hawaii’s reopening to tourism as cases trend downward and COVID-19 vaccines become more available. He also notes the success of the state’s Hawaii Safe Travels program and the benefit of vacationing n Hawaii. […]

Aloha Bruce is joined by Volcano Eco Retreat owners Gabby and Tony Aziz for the latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast to talk about their unique Big Island vacation property on the slopes of Kilauea Volcano. Tony and Gabby found out about Bruce and through the Hawaii Vacation connection podcast in 2018, They used tips from […]

On this February 12, 2021, Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast, Aloha Bruce shares news of two great properties reopening, and answers the question; Can you find deals to Hawaii as a result of the pandemic? booking a last-minute Hawaii vacation. Bruce starts off with a story about an email from a podcast listener who is staying […]

The February 4, 2021 Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast features host Aloha Bruce commenting on the remarkably high level of Happy Hawaii visitors and satisfaction according to a recent survey conducted by the Hawaii Tourism Association. 94% percent of people polled said that their Hawaii vacation experience exceeded their expectations, with a vast majority saying their […]

Aloha Bruce is solo for the January 24, 2021 Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast to talk about making smart Hawaii Vacation Decisions or your Hawaii vacation. Bruce starts off by noting the many decisions to be considered when planning your dream vacation. Bruce discusses the importance of planning and decision making when traveling with a family […]