Hawaii Vacation Connection

When you’re vacationing on Oahu, make sure to plan a day exploring the north shore because it depicts a totally different personality of this bustling island. The drive alone is worthwhile in itself, but aside from the natural beauty, there are plenty of fun and different things to see while traveling to and from the north shore. If you’re staying in Waikiki, there are two ways you can...

Many travelers visit Hawaii for the beaches, tropical weather, and beautiful landscapes but few come for the history. Richly steeped in long standing culture and tradition, the islands of Hawaii have maintained timelessness while still leaving room for...

Many travelers visit Hawaii for the beaches, tropical weather, and beautiful landscapes but few come for the history. Richly steeped in long standing culture and tradition, the islands of Hawaii have maintained timelessness while still leaving room for development. The first people settled on Hawaiian soil between 400 and 900 A.D., who are believed to have sailed from the Marquesas Islands. The 18...

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 diffe...

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 to travel to? Especially if you’ve never been to Hawaii or are...

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,

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 private rental, they still have to brave the outside w...

When you’re on vacation, a bit of live music always helps add to the ambiance of a good time. Listening to some fun cover songs at a beach side restaurant during cocktails, some mellow jazz for dinner, or even a band or DJ for a night on the town can m...

When you’re on vacation, a bit of live music always helps add to the ambiance of a good time. Listening to some fun cover songs at a beach side restaurant during cocktails, some mellow jazz for dinner, or even a band or DJ for a night on the town can make your Hawaii vacation exciting and adventurous. Here are a list of the top spots you can find some live music around Oahu. Unwind and enjoy...

When people come to Hawaii, they always want to bring a little aloha back with them. We’ve done a monologue on how you can bring Hawaii home with you, but we’ve never talked about how you can make your own home Hawaiian (meaning tropical).

When people come to Hawaii, they always want to bring a little aloha back with them. We’ve done a monologue on how you can bring Hawaii home with you, but we’ve never talked about how you can make your own home Hawaiian (meaning tropical). Doing small things to your hale (Hawaiian word for “house”) to create reminders of the relaxation, enjoyment, and good times you’v...

Nothing screams “summer vacation” like a trip to Hawaii, and if you’re dying for some ideal summertime weather and beach fun, then the islands are just the place for you. The summer months in Hawaii are sunny with warmer ocean temperatures and trade wi...

Nothing screams “summer vacation” like a trip to Hawaii, and if you’re dying for some ideal summertime weather and beach fun, then the islands are just the place for you. The summer months in Hawaii are sunny with warmer ocean temperatures and trade winds blowing for just the right amount of coolness. With such consistent weather in Hawaii year round, there are really only two se...

There is a saying that many Hawaii locals will recognize, and even more might even admit to using (quite frequently). It’s a saying that many vacationers and travelers to Hawaii wish they could announce with truth,

There is a saying that many Hawaii locals will recognize, and even more might even admit to using (quite frequently). It’s a saying that many vacationers and travelers to Hawaii wish they could announce with truth, yet it’s a saying that instills a certain sense of blessing in both island locals and tourists. It’s a saying that’s become increasingly popular. Perhaps you&rsq...

Some say there are ways to enhance a flight, either with a first class seat, purchased amenities, or simply an aisle versus a window spot. Some may disagree however, believing that a seat is a seat and a six-hour flight in the exit row is more or less ...

Some say there are ways to enhance a flight, either with a first class seat, purchased amenities, or simply an aisle versus a window spot. Some may disagree however, believing that a seat is a seat and a six-hour flight in the exit row is more or less the same as a six-hour flight in the back of the plane. But according to Skyscanner, an online flight comparison site, there seems to be one lucky s...

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.

We often hear of the “outer islands” in relation to the major islands, which may give travelers the impression that they are unchartered territory or no-mans land.  Lanai and Molokai may be small and much less populated than any of the other islands, but that doesn’t mean they are not vacation destinations!  In fact, Lanai is known to be the best island destination for...

Today we start the show answering questions from our podcast and Facebook friends. I offer some tips and advice to these listeners and hope they will be of some help. Big Mahalo’s to Juale Winas, Monika, Betinna Tores, Carol Silversteinm Jan Blocker,

One thing folks love to reminisce about from their trip to Hawaii is how driving around the island was vastly different from driving on the mainland. While we will agree it’s different, we won’t say that it is vastly different. After all, when us islanders travel back to the mainland, all we can think about is how crazy those drivers are in LA and San Francisco! Seriously, is 80mph rea...

On today’s podcast we answer a few e-mails I’ve received from podcast listeners and friends on our Facebook page. The first one is from Wade who’s planning a trip in April or May to Maui and wanted some advice on the itinerary he has created and resear...

On today's podcast we discuss a few e-mails I've been getting from podcast listeners and friends on our Facebook page. The first one is from Wade is planning a trip in April or May to Maui and wanted some advice on the itinerary he has . I break down his questions and offer advice about some of the ideas he has about his Hawaii vacation plans. I discuss his condo choice, pricing, and activity idea...

Veggie Hawaiian Choices Are you a vegetarian traveling to Hawaii and still want to enjoy some Hawaiian cuisine? That’s exactly the question one of our listeners proposed which we answer on today’s show. The fact is traditional Hawaiian food does contai...

Hawaii is notorious for its confusing, hard-to-pronounce landmarks, street names, and towns.  With only 12 letters in the Hawaiian alphabet, many visitors come to the islands and never really learn how to correctly pronounce or identify names, which makes vacationing a little bit harder than normal.  If you’re trying to get to the ocean, but you confuse makai with mauka, then you&r...