Hawaii

If there is a Garden of Eden, it has to be Hawaii.  What could be more romantic than walking along miles of sandy beaches, catching a rainbow, dining at an outdoor cafe, exploring hidden coves or watching the sunset!  There's no language barrier yet you get a taste of a different culture steeped in tradition and folklore.  It's easy to rent a car and take in the sights on your own, and the variety among the islands can't be rivaled anywhere else in the world -- and best of all -- Hawaii is not as expensive as you may think.  Because Hawaii offers a full range of accommodations from world-class resorts to family-style condominiums to bed and breakfasts, the cost of a vacation is comparable to the Caribbean or Mexico.  If you have 6 nights or less to spend, you might  want to concentrate on 1 island.  If you have 10 nights, why not try 2 or 3.   With any reservation, we will provide the 25 most visited sites on each island as well as some restaurant recommendations.

Now comes the hard part - which island(s) to visit.  Each of the four major islands, Oahu (home of Honolulu and Waikiki), Maui, Kauai, and Hawaii (referred to as the Big Island) have their own distinct flavor.  Below is a  brief description of each island and a sampling of our packages.  You can call or e-mail us to assist you in selecting the right island and activities to suit your taste.  

Oahu - Known as the home of Honolulu, Waikiki Beach, Pearl Harbor,  USS Missouri battleship,  Polynesian Cultural Center,  Diamond Head, and the International Market Place, Oahu is one of Hawaii's most popular destinations.  If  you're looking for nightlife, Waikiki is just the place.  There are more nightclubs in Waikiki than at all of the other Hawaiian islands combined.   Waikiki is also the best place to learn how to surf,  and  Sunset Beach on the North Shore is home to one of the world's championship surfing beaches. For those looking for softer adventures, the snorkeling at nearby Haunauma Bay is fantastic..Rainbows are plentiful on Oahu as the tradewinds move across the island.  Maybe you'll be lucky enough to spot a rare moonbow.

Even if your schedule does not permit a stay on Oahu, you may be able to schedule some time on the day of your arrival or the day of your departure, since for many airlines, Honolulu is the gateway to the other three islands.  Contact us to assist with your itinerary.  We can also furnish you with a listing of the 25 most visited spots on Oahu, and we know that we can suggest some activities most tourists are unaware exist.. 

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Maui - Maui is what many lovers come to Hawaii for - relaxation and pampering at the ocean's edge.  Maui boasts the best swimming beaches on Hawaii.  Snorkeling can be done right from the beaches, and equipment can be rented from local shops relatively inexpensively.  Black Rock beach, which fronts the Sheraton, is one of the most popular spots and offers a wide variety of fish, coral, and the Hawaiian sea turtle.  Other public beaches in Wailea and Kapalua offer great snorkeling in calm beach areas.  If you are traveling from December through March, catch a whale watching cruise as this is where the humpback whales come to mate.

You can't go to Hawaii without experiencing a luau.  You will be served buffet style with drinks, food, and entertainment included.  The guest of honor is usually a roasted pig.  There are several to choose from, but some of the more popular, such as the Old Lahaina Luau sell out in advance.  Check out the art galleries, shops, and a wide variety of restaurants in Lahaina, a renovated whaling village.  A trip to Maui would not be complete without viewing the sunrise at Haleakala Crater.  Watching the sun come up through the moonscape clouds make the trip worthwhile.  You'll want to allow about 3 hours from the Kaanapali area to make sure you get to Haleakala in time to view the sunrise.  The adventurous can join a bike tour down the mountain.  Another must see is a trip along the road to Hana, a full day excursion that takes you down winding roads past waterfalls, black sand beaches, sea caves, and the seven pools of Hana.  It's great for exploring.  Take along a picnic and enjoy a swim at one of the black sand beaches.

While providing every imaginable luxury you might want, Maui still offers areas which have not been touched by time.    Choices of accommodations are varied, from budget properties located a few blocks from the beach to deluxe properties offering every possible amenity.  Contact us to assist with your itinerary.  We can also furnish you with a listing of the 25 most visited spots on Maui.

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Kauai - Known as the "Garden Isle", If there is a paradise, Kauai is it.  If your idea of romance is a secluded beach inhabited only by the two of you, look no further.  A rental car is a great way to explore the island where you will find waterfalls, exotic flowers, and lush foilage.  Poipu, the sunny side of Kauai, is known for its beaches.  Not far from Poipu Beach, is the Spouting Horn, a lava tube which spouts water to the sky, somewhat like "Old Faithful".  A short drive away is Waimea Canyon, Hawaii's version of the Grand Canyon, and just as breathtaking.   

Another suggested day trip takes you to the north shores past Waliua Falls and the Fern Grotto. One of the most photographed lighthouses, Kilauea Lighthouse, is a great stopping point on your way to Hanalei, made famous in the movie South Pacific and the song Puff the Magic Dragon.  Other movies filmed in Kauai include  Jurassic Park, Seven Days Six nights, and Blue Hawaii.  Scenes from Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Thorn Birds  were also shot in Kauai.  If you are a movie buff,  you can take a tour of some of these movie locations.  At the end of the road is Ke e Beach, one of the best places to enjoy snorkeling.

Over 90% of Kauai is inaccessible by car, so plan on adding a  helicopter tour or cruise so you don't miss the Na Pali coast. If you want to get away from it all, Kauai is the place.  Contact us to assist with your itinerary.  We can also furnish you with a listing of the 25 most visited spots on Kauai, as well as recommend restaurants and sightseeing excursions.

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Hawaii - Known as the "Big Island", Hawaii is twice the size of the other Hawaiian islands combined.  Hawaii is known as the golf capital of Hawaii.  It is also known for Kona coffee and macadamia nuts. The Big Island boasts being able to ski a dormant volcano and swim in the ocean on the same day.  It is the only island where you can experience a rainforest, desert, and snow capped mountains within 200 miles.   Kona, on the west side, offers some of Hawaii's most luxurious resorts and golf courses, and great deep sea fishing.  At Hilton Waikoloa Village, a monorail or boat takes you from the lobby to your room.  You can spend your time swimming with the dolphins in their salt water lagoon, snorkeling, sampling one of their gourmet restaurants or lounging in hammocks overlooking the ocean.  At the Kona Village, you find yourself secluded in a Tahitian style hut with admidst all the amenities of a luxury resort.  

 A 3 hour drive from Kona takes you to Hawaii's #1 visited attraction, Volcano National Park.  The drive takes you past Paniola Country (cowboy country), home of Parker Ranch, Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, and and many orchid farms and tropical nurseries.  Kilauea Volcano is Hawaii's most active volcano, and you may be able to see lava as it flows to the ocean.  Hilo, on the east side of Hawaii, makes a good home base if you are planning on visiting the volcano or we can set you up in a condo or hotel less than 10 minutes from the National Park.

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