You need to know how to get from Oahu to Kauai – can you fly, can you take a ferry, or are there any other kinds of boats? The short answer to this question is: You must fly from Oahu to Kauai. I recommend Hawaiian Airlines Honolulu to Lihue Can I Cruise to Kauai? Day [...]

Make a list and start early, but don’t worry too much. Most places in Hawaii have Walmarts and Kmarts and Longs Drugs and ABC stores in case you forget something. Prices are a little higher in Hawaii, but the difference for sundries will be negligible, usually. Swimsuit Sun protection you can wear like comfortable hats, [...]

Do you have a friend or family member going to Hawaii and you need gift ideas? I have several great ideas of presents to get for honeymooners or kids going on spring break, or parents, or just your dearest friends who are taking their first (or 50th) Hawaii vacation. (See the backpack over to the [...]

Let me give you free Hawaii Travel Advice! I have written some books on traveling to Hawaii, basically listing my favorite hotels, my favorite beaches, where I like to stay, and what I like to do, plus how to save money and get around. These are my gift to you, to help in planning your [...]

(this one! click here) and What are the Best Places to Visit in Hawaii? (these are! click here) Or keep reading for the answers to all your questions! Hawaii might be a small state, but there’s still a lot to see and do on a too-short vacation. Let me help you decided which island to [...]

Are you hearing horror stories about Hawaii food prices? Well, you have good reason to be concerned. It really is more expensive to eat in Hawaii than almost anywhere in the U.S. mainland. The good news is that at places like Mcdonald’s and Subway your prices will normally be the same, and you can get [...]

Let’s try to figure an approximate cost for the average one week Hawaiian vacation for two people. This will give you an idea which you can then multiply or divide by people or days to suit your particular situation. My answer is $3,770 – read below for explanation why. Flight to Hawaii This obviously will [...]

Maui is a great place for kayaking – here’s where you can rent kayaks all over maui. South Pacific Kayaks You can sign up for tours here, or if you just want to rent a kayak and take off by yourself they have saily and weekly rates. Located in South Maui – Makena Landing area. [...]

I like to recommend the hawaii entertainment book right off the bat. You have to buy it, but it can save you a lot of money. It’s best for oahu, but it does have a decent amount of coupons for maui – see the maui coupons here Maui Websites that Have Coupons List Maui Flight [...]

Many airlines fly direct to Maui right now. The way to find the cheapest flight is to compare prices! and keep checking prices! I’ve seen flights as low as $284 from the west coast at Hawaiian. Check hawaiian and check the fare compare tool at expedia. If you wanted to get really cut-throat you could [...]

Usually, this is where I would recommend the entertainment book, but it’s not so great for Kauai, so I don’t recommend it for Kauai. If you are going to any other islands also it might be good for you. See the few Kauai Coupons in it here. There aren’t so many opportunities for coupons on [...]

It’s a lot harder to find cheap kauai lodging than it used to be, but you can still find accomodations for under $70 if you look. Most of these will be more than that these days. But many are close …   Kauai Vacation Rentals List Many Locations ~ Comprehensive list of Kauai condos, cottages, resorts, [...]

So, what is the weather in Hawaii like in September, October, and November?  These are considered fall in the mainland U.S., but in Hawaii, there is very little difference between fall, spring, summer, and winter for that matter. In ‘fall’, the weather in Hawaii is generally very nice.  It’s warm, humid (always humid) and can [...]

What is Hawaii’s Weather like in Summer?  June, July, and August?  It’s hot!  On the East and North shores of all the islands it may be a bit cooler (like 80 F) but on the south and West sides it will generally be between 85 degrees and 90 degrees and very humid. You are going [...]

So, is Hawaii Weather perfect even in January and February? Well, yes and no. In all of Hawaii, January and February are some of the coolest months, and February is sometimes the beginning of an incredible rains (which always make it cooler). HOWEVER, every single major island in Hawaii has a dry side and a [...]

What is the weather in Hawaii in March, April, and May?  The winter months are generally thought of as the rainiest times of year in Hawaii, but actually, in my experience, March and April are the rainiest, although I have been through droughts during this time period too, so anything can and does happen. So, [...]

Hawaii Weather in Winter: i originally went on line trying to find out what the weather is like in december. does this vary by the island? we probably would prefer to stay at a resort type hotel, we are not the volcano types. could you present us some thoughts as to locations. would appreciate anyh [...]

Savings from Visitor Guide Coupons, Order One Meal, Feed Two, Buy One Get One Free and More Coupons Visitor Guide Coupons When you get to Maui, you will find some restaurant coupons in the visitors guides that are everywhere. The guides are called things like this week and discover maui, and 101 things to do [...]

All of these cheap maui lodging listings were handpicked by me – good luck! I hope you find the perfect rental for you! Kamaole Beach RentalKihei ~ Used to be Private cottage rental near Kamaole Beach. Now is inexpensive hostel with hut and rooms. Kai’s Bed and BreakfastKihei ~ Bed and breakfast with multiple room [...]

Summary – rent a wreck is not around anymore with the rent-a-wreck name but there are some other discounted car rental places you could try It’s been 9 years since I was on Maui. Does anyone know if “rent-a-wreck” is still operating near the Kahului Airport. If not, what is the best, cheap place to [...]

Oahu Rentals, Maui Rentals, Kauai Rentals, Big Island Rentals You don’t always have to go through Avis or Budget, and heck, you don’t always have to rent a car. There are many choices in the islands that are good to turn to if you find yourself needing a four wheel drive or something different, or [...]

These are cheap big island hotels and rentals that I have hand picked! I hope you find something good! Pomaika’i Lucky Farm Bed and Breakfast South Kona ~ Stay on a working Macadamia Nut farm on the Kona side and get all the macadamia nuts you can eat. Kapoho Vacation Homes Kapoho For your perfect [...]

Summary: Direct Flights to Oahu are easy to get. It is the Hawaii hub. Cheapest prices are during slow vacation times like october and februaury. Prices around holidays and during summer will be higher no matter what. Here’s some recommendations for last minute flying and here’s my general cheap flights strategy . If flying from [...]

The best luaus on Oahu celebrate Polynesian culture with dance, music and great food, with two of these also offering hands-on cultural activities to guests. The luau, meaning “feast,” is a centuries-old tradition in Hawaii – once primarily held to honor milestones, special days and Hawaiian royalty, in modern Hawaiian luau are held for all [...]

Here’s my giant list of free things to do on Oahu, Hawaii Sunset on the Beach Free Movies a 30 foot screen on Waikiki beach shows free movies every weekend. good fun. Go to the beach and relax – an oldie but a goodie. Oahu has some of the most fabulous beaches in Hawaii, and [...]

Although Oahu, Hawaii is not famous for its vast amount of waterfalls, there are some on the island, especially if you are up for a gorgeous hike in order to get to see them. At most waterfall locations, the swimming hole at the bottom of the falls is typically very shallow and rocky. You must [...]

What you want to know about visiting Oahu is on this page, I’m sure of it! So stick around and read it all, ok? Oahu is the most well-known, most-visited of all the Hawaiian Islands. Oahu is the island with Honolulu, Waikiki, and the famous North Shore big wave surfing. About one million people live [...]

Oahu does not have any National Parks you can camp in, but there are county and state parks that will let you pitch a tent. Remember the general Hawaii rules that the windward (east-facing) side of any island will be rainier than the leeward (west-facing) and the south side may be windier. Also remember that [...]

See this rack to the right? These are everywhere in Hawaii, and some have coupons. The visitors magazines at the airport and your hotel also will have coupons and discounts. Typical savings will be 10% off regular rates. If you’d rather save 30% to 50%, keep reading! First, let me recommend the Hawaii entertainment book [...]

These are all hand-picked by me cheap hotels and rentals. Also consider the oahu coupons in the Hawaii entertainment book and the go oahu card to save money on the rest of your trip. Waikiki Grand HotelHonolulu Cheap rates and Kitchenettes (save more money by packing snacks and eating in) and balconys available. Great views [...]

Top 10 Spots to Camp On the Big Island, In My Opinion Spencers Beach In late 2010, the cost was $5 a day per adult to camp here Love, love, love this beach. It’s great for kids and families. There’s plenty of tent camping spots, and there’s even a permanent security tent. On the Big [...]

If you are planning a month or so vacation on the Big Island of Hawaii and need to rent a car for a long time – we don’t have a “rent a wreck” company here but you can get decent used, long-term car rentals in Hilo, with cheaper rates the longer you rent for at [...]

Two Airports on the Big Island The Big Island of Hawaii has two airports: Hilo International Airport (ITO) located in Hilo Kona International Airport (KOA), also called Keahole Airport, and located just North of Kailua-Kona.Stopping in Honolulu The only way (as of early 2011) to get to the Big Island from Honolulu is to fly, [...]

It’s not as easy to find coupons for the Big Island as it is for some of the other islands – but there are a few options. When you get off the airplane you will see tons of coupon books and visitor guides. Look through them – you may find some 10% off booking deals [...]

So you are taking a vacation to Hawaii and need to know how to get from Oahu to Maui or from Maui to Oahu. (short answer: you must fly) Here’s the first fact: there is NO FERRY from Oahu to Maui or back. There was, in 2009, the Hawaii Superferry but because of environmental concerns [...]

Q: Does Hawaii Have an Inter-island Ferry? last update December 2011: Bad News! The ferry has been “thrown out” of Hawaii by the courts! There is no more superferry! Maybe someday it will come back. I never got to utilize it. There is currently NO inter-island ferry that goes between the islands! You can fly, [...]

Summary: In a nutshell, in my opinion, the best way to get between the islands is Hawaiian Airlines Hawaii Inter Island Flights – Flight Times, Prices One of the most frequently asked questions in my forum is “Are there any boat ferries between islands as an alternative to flying” – and the answer is “No [...]

** This is all my opinion on the best hotels on each island based on my own travels (I like affordability, nice pools, good beach locations, lots to do – I don’t care much about decor and maid service) plus my booking and search logs over the last 14 years. Best Oahu Hotels – Best [...]

Oahu Lodging, Big Island Lodging, Kauai Lodging, Maui Lodging If you are in the military and planning on vacationing in Hawaii you are in for the time of your life. The military has great morale, welfare, and recreation facilities here that are actually beneficial to your morale and welfare and provide great recreation. Imagine that. [...]

What is the Custom Oahu Explorer pass and how can it save you money on Oahu? Note! The explorer pass is now a go Select card for Oahu! More savings and more choices are included! See it here The people who brought you the Go Oahu Card are now offering something new called the Custom [...]

Let me tell you how to get the most Hawaii activities at a discount. There are 2 ways I highly recommend, and then three more ways that are decent. The #1 Best way to get Hawaii activities at a discount is the Go Oahu Card and the Custom Oahu Explorer Pass, in my opinion. The [...]

The Go Oahu Card Coupons change frequently. Check back here often and I’ll post the ones that I have access to, and then you can click through to the site and check the prices along the side of the page there because they occasionally will display unannounced money-saving offers of $10 to $20 off (10%) [...]

Now, by cheap Hawaii vacation, I mean an inexpensive vacation – but NOT lacking in any way. Basically, how can you MAXIMIZE how far your dollar goes getting to and vacationing in Hawaii, but still have in incredible time and still see and do everything you want to see and do. Well, there are a [...]

Are you planning to go to the Polynesian Cultural Center while on Oahu? I know of a coupon that will save you 50%! (on village-only admission) The coupon is for buy one ticket, get one ticket free, and has a value of $49.95! The coupon is in the Hawaii Entertainment Book in 2012. If you [...]

The Go Hawaii Cards Pack Each Day with Fun Activities and Spend Only What You Planned The Go Oahu Card: is currently only good for Oahu attractions. There was a Go Maui card too, but it’s been phased out. Click here for more go maui card options (note ** I am super-impressed with the newest [...]

I have lots of recommendations for Hawaii coupons and discount cards. You can look by island for what I think are the best available coupons, and also read this page for a general discussion. As you’ll see below (just under the links to the island coupons), I think the Hawaii entertainment book has the number [...]

Which Hawaiian Island on a Budget Hawaii Flights on a Budget Hawaii Hotels on a Budget Hawaii Vacation Dining on a Budget Hawaii Activities on a Budget Which Hawaiian Island on a Budget Oahu, hands down, is the most budget-friendly island. Oahu is the place where you can find the best public transportation (thebus), the [...]

Ok, so you are planning a vacation to Hawaii, and you want to buy a vacation package deal – probably because it will both save you time, and save you money. On this page what I will do is break down how to tell if you are getting a good package and a good price, [...]

Let me tell you about a super big coupon book that is full of restaurant, activity, and travel coupons for Hawaii: Oahu, Maui, the Big Island, and Kauai. The coupons are best for Oahu and Maui, and not so great for the Big Island and Kauai. Read on for much more information about the book. [...]

Are you flying to Hawaii and looking for cheap airline flights in September or October? Let me give you an idea of what typical flights are during these months and therefore, what a good price would be. Also, be sure to check out my strategy on how to get a cheap flight to Hawaii anytime. [...]

You are looking for cheap flights to Hawaii in August – first I’ll discuss some prices, and then I’ll give you the strategy to ensure you are getting the best price possible. Ok, if you are looking for August flights in August, you can find some decent prices, as travel to Hawaii has started to [...]

So you are flying to Hawaii in July and looking for a cheap flight. Let me show you how to ensure you are getting the very best price possible on your hawaii tickets. – FYI, if you are booking flights to Hawaii for July in July, expect to pay $600 to $900 or more, even [...]

A lot of people have asked me this question, but really the best airport to fly into Hawaii depends on where you plan to visit in Hawaii. Each of the four major islands: Oahu, Maui, Kauai and Hawaii (Big Island) has an international airport – the Big Island has two. Molokai and Lanai are the [...]

short answer: Cheapest time is winter (say november through February) (but not around thanksgiving or christmas). Second best time is spring (but not around spring break) or fall. If you live anywhere near the west coast, check awesome prices at Hawaiian now, or read my strategy on how to get cheap flights to hawaii. If [...]

Who flies to Maui, Kauai, Lanai, Big Island Hawaii, Oahu, and Molokai: ** Check with site for any changes. ** You can fly on almost any airline and get anywhere in Hawaii as most airlines will use partners to get you where they don’t fly. This list shows airlines that have direct flights to any [...]

You are going to Hawaii and you want to find the cheapest airline flight possible – so let me share with you my no-fail strategy for being sure that you are getting the absolute best price available. Regardless, of when you are leaving (tomorrow, or a year from now), you want to find out a [...]

Last Minute Cheap Fights to Hawaii Summary: Check Hotwire first, then compare flights on expedia, then check deals on Hawaiian. Get a baseline price then see if you can beat it with the other options on this page. No matter what if you do all four, you can be pretty sure you’re getting the best [...]

How much does a Plane Ticket to Hawaii Cost Right now? January, February, March 2012 from the west coast: $352 from the east coast: $660 * good price! from the midwest: $574 * good price from texas: $604 ** remember, prices will be higher around spring break (last two weeks of march – book early [...]

There are two parts to your free Hawaii Vacation Travel Planning information: Part 1 is the Hawaii Vacation Mini Guide, this will come in your email. Check in your email for a confirmation message, and as soon as you have clicked the link in that email the first message for your Hawaii Vacation Mini Guide [...]

Note from Lisa – my friend Cindy wrote this. The intention of this article was to share what someone who KNOWS Hawaii would choose to do on her vacation there. I’ll be chiming in here and there with my own opinion. Our opinions will probably be similar but her kids are older and she’s a [...]

Put your name and email in the boxes below. . Sign up HERE for my Hawaii travel Newsletter and get instant free access to my free Hawaii Vacation Planning guides Name: Email: I will never sell or rent your email address – Lisa The first planning guide is a 4-part Hawaii Vacation Mini Guide that [...]