Hawaii travel news: July 27, 2021
Sheila Beal – If you’re looking for some spacious digs for your next Hawaii vacation, there’s a half-off sale on suites at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotal…
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What’s happening for July 4th 2021 in Hawaii?
Prior to COVID-19, Hawaii was bustling with exciting Independence Day events. In 2020, all the festivities came to a halt. Now, in 2021, a few celebrations are coming back, but…
Hawaii vacation news: rental car shortage continues, volcano on pause & Big Island drops second COVID test
– The Hawaii rental car shortage continues to be a problem. Hawaii Tourism Authority reports that many vehicles are already reserved at most major rental companies through August. See our…
Hawaii travel news: Mask mandates still in effect, Hawaiian Airlines sweepstakes & more
* We look forward to the day when masks are no longer required, but in the meantime, they still remain a point of contention. Perhaps it’s a slow news period,…
Hawaii travel news: January 13, 2021
– Costco has some special vacation packages at the two Fairmont properties in Hawaii. We love these two luxury resorts. You can see our review of Maui’s Fairmont Kea Lani…
Hawaii volcano erupts after more than two-year pause!
Kilauea Volcano erupted at about 9:30pm Hawaii Time on Sunday, December 20th! The eruption occurred at Halema’uma’u Crater at the Kilauea summit inside Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. For more than…
Holidays in Hawaii 2020
Hawaii is gearing up for the 2020 holiday season. Of course this season will be much more low-key due to COVID-19. Even so, the Hawaiian Islands will be a beautiful…
Hawaii vacation news and deals: July 21, 2020
Wow, it’s been nearly five months, February 25th to be exact, since we wrote our last edition of Hawaii vacation news and deals. This ever-changing coronavirus era has been everyone’s…
Take me there Tuesday: Pololu Valley on Hawaii, the Big Island
As you drive around the edge of the Kohala volcanic mountain on Highway 270, you’ll pass through multiple climates and scenic terrain. The most spectacular view of this drive is…
Hawaii vacation news & deals: February 25, 2020
– There’s great news out of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park that Thurston Lava Tube is open! The trail and tube had been closed for nearly two years after the major…
Hiking through the captivating Kona Cloud Forest
On the slopes of the Haulalai Volcano, you can find an amazing forest that almost seems to appear out of nowhere. On your way there, you may pass by fields…
Hawaii Vacation Deals & News: January 21, 2020
Usually our news editions are filled with pleasant news. This edition is a mix of both good and bad news that we feel you should know. We’ll start with the…
Hawaii cultural festivals and special events: January – April 2020
As you’re planning your Hawaii vacation itinerary, perhaps you can make plans to enjoy a festival. Culture and holidays inspire many Hawaii festivities throughout the year. Food, music, dance, art…
Hawaii Christmas & New Year’s Eve Event & Dining Guides
Hawaii is all set for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays! It’s a magical time to be in Hawaii with festive decorations, special events and dazzling fireworks displays. We’ve been…
Aloha Black Friday 2019: Great Hawaii travel deals & photo!
Mahalo to James Grenz from Hawaii Island who shared this peaceful photo with us for Aloha Friday Photos. — Okay, now, as promised earlier in the week, let’s talk about…
