We continue the Colors of Hawaii series with this stunning shot of Oahu’s Waikiki Beach.  This amazing pink and purple scene was captured by Dave Zuls.  Mahalo, Dave for sharing your photo.  Read More »

As a wise Go Visit Hawaii reader, you know that it’s important to pack light.  You also know what to pack, but we’ve not yet discussed what not to pack.  Lighten your load and leave these items at home. 1.  Fancy evening wear Unless you want to stick out like a sore thumb, leave all evening gowns, tuxedos, and anything ... Read More »

Itching for a vacation to paradise but too scared to look at airfare?  There’s really nothing to be afraid of at all!  In recent days, American and Delta have promoted airfare sales to Hawaii.  Here’s the low down: American Airlines Sale To/From Hawaii:Fares as low as $614 round trip for travel from August 19 through November 19, 2008.  The best ... Read More »

Isn’t this photo a beauty?  Connie and Tom from Kane, Pennsylvania provided this photo.  They took this photo on the North Shore of Kauai.  If memory serves them right, this photo was taken at Anini Beach. Connie and Tom tell me that when they have shown their Hawaii vacation photos to everyone at home, the first thing everyone asks is, ... Read More »

As you may recall, I don’t live near Hawaii. I live in North Carolina which is about 12 to 15 hours of flight time to Hawaii. Just based on observation, most East Coasters balk at that amount of flying time and opt to find paradise in Florida or the Caribbean. Oh boy! Let me tell you that Hawaii is worth ... Read More »

This photo of the taro fields was taken at the Hanalei Overlook on the North Shore of Kauai.  Be sure that you don’t miss this picturesque view that’s located just off of Highway 56 on the mauka side (mountain side) of the road.  Read More »

When I see photos of Hawaii I always notice the diversity and intensity of the colors.  I hope you’ll take the time to absorb the scenery and take notice of the colors when you take your Hawaii vacation. So, I thought it would be fun to start a series of posts on the colors of Hawaii.  I’ll be kicking off ... Read More »

I just wanted to pass along this alert I just received from Hawaiian Airlines: Hawaiian Airlines today issued a public alert to warn of a fraudulent email being circulated.  The email is labeled “Your airplane ticket.”  It appears as a notice of a new ticketing service and informs the recipient that a new account has been opened in their name ... Read More »

Here’s the newsy tidbits for this Aloha Friday. Where should you stay in Hawaii when money is no object?  Daahling, you must stay at the $15,000 per night Grand Suite at the Grand Wailea on Maui.  If that rate is a tad bit out of your vacation budget then there’s good news for you.  For only $10,300 a night you ... Read More »

Today’s edition includes rare hotel deals, a squabble, and ends with a funny story about being “see sick” in Kauai. Outrigger is offering fifth night free stay with their Maui vacation condominium collection. The participating locations are at the Outrigger Royal Kahana, Outrigger Aina Nalu, Outrigger Maui Eldorado and Outrigger Napili Shores. Seventh night free is offered at the Outrigger ... Read More »