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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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. [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]