I have to smile every time I’m asked which island I call home in Hawaii. The funny thing is I don’t live in Hawaii and I never have. I’m just…
Secret [Former] Tip for Cheap Airfare to Hawaii
July 8, 2008 Update: Points of Light has suspended operation of their ebay store for travel. For more information see this Q&A. —————- A Go Visit Hawaii reader, Lindsay, recently…
Pahoehoe and A’a Lava
There are two distinct types of hardened lava you’ll likely see in Hawaii – pahoehoe and a’a. These are Hawaiian names that have been adopted universally for describing the two…
What to see on Hawaii’s Big Island in One Day – Part One from the Kona Side
Today, we continue the series of what to see on each Hawaiian island in one day. The Big Island is big indeed and there is so much to see. This…
Hawaii Travel Deals – More and More Enticing
Excellent Hawaii travel deals are popping out all over the place. Some deals that were advertised a month or so ago, have become even better. For example, the ResortQuest Waikiki…
Mmm! Mmm! Mama’s Fish House
We always make plans to go to Mama’s Fish House when we’re on Maui. The Hawaiian regional cuisine is excellent and the beach front open air-atmosphere is a pure delight.…
July 4th Fireworks and Celebrations in Hawaii
2013 UPDATES: July 4th Fireworks Oahu 2013 ——————————————————————————————————————————————— The islands of Hawaii have some fantastic fourth of July events planned for 2008. Here’s some of what’s going on: On Oahu…
Hawaii Vacation News Roundup for June 18th
Kiplinger has listed the 30 best travel sites for finding travel bargains and good values. Are you planning a vacation to Maui’s Kaanapali area? Then you’ll enjoy Kris’ Kaanapali Dreamin’…
Economy rental cars are in demand!
I happened to catch a great consumer travel segment with Susan Koeppen on the CBS Early Show. Koeppen reported that economy rental cars are very much in demand due to…
Alaska Airlines Discount Code to Maui and Kauai
If you live near Seattle, you can get a one-way fare as low as $239 to Maui or Kauai on Alaska Airlines. Other cities from Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Canada…
What to see and do with one day on Maui
Let’s continue the series of one day Hawaii itineraries with a visit to Maui. So, what would I plan to see with only one day on Maui? I’d most definitely…
Free Maui Hula Show
A reader recently asked if there were any free luaus on Maui. Unless you’re lucky enough to be invited to a resident’s luau, there is no such thing as a…



