Hawaii (State of) Travel Forum

I will be arriving in Waikoloa tomorrow (May11). I have heard there is a problem with Vog from the volcano. Does anyone know if there will be vog in the Waikoloa area?

Thanks

We are taking (finally) the teenagers for a week-long trip to Kauai at the end of August. Don't want to do much - just sit and watch the clouds roll by. We'd like to rent a house for the six of us near the beach. Will we need a/c? and where do we want to be? Two of the kids surf, two like to hike (I'm a hiker, too).

Thanks!! Linda

My wife and I will be spending a week on Maui in late June / early July, and we're planning to spend a night in the Hana area. We're seeking hotel recommendations for that area.

We like upscale accommodations, but will gladly stay in a nice bed-and-breakfast or boutique hotel. Please share any recommendations. Thanks.

Hi!I am travelling to Oahu this June to take an exam in Prometric near Bishop Street. I am looking for a place to stay preferable a hostel. I will be staying in the island for almost 17 days. Is there anyone who knows affordable place ( less than 20 dollars per day). An area of the place where one can study (a quiet one please:), do the laundry and a kitchen will be very helpful. Your replies are very much apreciated.

We will be going on a cruise out of honolulu and when we get off of the ship we need a place to store our luggage for the day. We get off the ship in the morning and our flight is not until 10pm. We would like to go sightseeing or do something that day. But what do we do with our luggage?

Hello all VTers,
We have the opportunity to go on a trip to one of three places: Maui, Belize, or St. Thomas. I am looking for opinions as to which of the three would be the best all around trip (ie. water activities, land activities)
I would really appreciate anyones opinion on this matter. Thanks in advance to all that share.

How long driving is expected?
Thanks for your input.

This is my first time in Lanai island. I was told that the island is very small and that you don't really neeed a car there. I want to knnow that if I really need a car to get around?
My hotel offered shuttle for $35 per person to go what ever I want to go, on the main street. I don't know which one is better for me. Can you please give me some advice.
Thank you

Hi. We have seven days at Waikiki but thought it might be good to visit the Big Island. Is it worth taking one of those day trip flights with tour? Also, with the Pearl Harbour Memorial; can you book ahead instead of having to line up outside (I've been reading other posts). If not, what's the best way to get there - tour coach, taxi or public transport? Many thanks for your help. :D

HI WOULD YOU RECOMMEND THIS HOTEL FOR OUR HONEYMOON?
WE ARE LOOKING FOR VALUE FOR MONEY BUT OBVIOUSLY WE DONT WANT TO STAY SOMEWHERE DISGUSTING JUST WANT IT TO BE NICE AND COMFORTABLE CLEAN WITH A COUPLE OF NICE ADDED TOUCHES FROM THE STAFF??????

ANY SUGESTIONS WE ARE ON A BUDGET AND WILL NEED 4 NTS BEFORE OUR CRUISE AND 2 NTS AFTER!

THIS IS MY FIRST TIME OUT OF AUSTRALIA

THANKS FOR YOUR TIME

Hi All
Will be going in Jan,Feb or March 09.
Which month would give us the best weather?
What area would also have the best weather.
Thank You

We're looking at hotels in Honolulu. We were thinking of staying at Embassy Suites Waikiki Beach but are concerned about the construction from Trump Towers next door. Our other option is ResortQuest Waikiki Beach Hotel. We're travelling with two older children so I'm thinking the RQ Waikiki Beach might be the better option since it's right on the beach. Any thoughts about either? Thanks!

Hi VTs!

We're going to Honolulu Hawaii and we're so excited. It will be for our 25th wedding anniversary. Another honeymoon, if you will. Hey, we're a young late forty-ish couple that likes to dance, drink, laugh, and just have fun. I've been researching on the WEB reading reviews for the best Luau on Oahu. The reviews are all over the place, good and bad, and it's been difficult to decide.
Price is not a consideration. We want good food and better drinks!
We arrive on the day of our anniversary and thought the best way to get into the island spirit was to attend a Luau that evening. Any ideas, recommendations, or cautions?

Hello! I am Victoria from Manila Philipines and travelling to Hawaii this June. I would like to see Kelauea Volcano. Is there anyone who went there and can I ask how to get there from downtown Honolulu? I am travelling alone and really want to go there. I want to see the actual eruption if possible. Thank you.

Hi everyone :-)

We have an all day stopover in Honolulu on our way to Vancover in September.
(arrive 7.45am Saturday morning & depart 10.10pm Saturday night).

Have just checked out the Honolulu Airport web site and says:

"Due to Security, Locker Storage is not available. We will not answer any e-mail regarding where you can store your luggage. The airport does not have this facility. You must ask the airline you are flying on if they can store it for you".

Anyone have any ideas what we can do for luggage storage in Honolulu so that we can go and sightsee and not have to worry?

Thanks
Col & Sue

We will be in Honolulu for a few days in October and plan to hire a car for a day and drive around Oahu.

We will definately be taking a look at North Shore and are wondering what else on Oahu will be worth a look? Waimea Falls Park? Nuuanu Pali State Park?

Cheers
Col

Anyone have any preferences between the following two hotels in Honolulu:

Moana Surfrider
Sheraton Waikiki

has anyone stayed at the marriott maui ocean club in lahaina or the wailea beach marriott? we are going to maui in may and are using points for the wailea stay or can exchage for the ocean club. the reviews of the ocean club weren't that good so i don't know what to do. i want a relaxing, romantic vacation in a nice place....any suggestions?

Hi VTers, we land in Honolulu at 7.30am on a Sat from Australia and then fly to LA at 2pm. Any suggestions on what to do in between other than sitting in Honolulu airport? Thanks Matt

i have 5-7 days in hawaii on honeymoon, there for the first time. Any itinerary to suggest? would love to stay at a romantic hotel but not too pricey (about US100/night) - any suggestions?

We are going to Maui at the end of May. We are interested in going deep sea fishing, but don't know of a reputable outfitter. Does anyone have any sugestions? Also, my husband wanted to go fly fishing off the beach. Is that possible or is there anywhere in Maui to go fly fishing? Thanks in advance for your responses.

We're going to Maui, Big Island, & Oahu in July and am looking for suggestions for horseback riding. My daughters are good riders but mom & dad are beginners. I've heard riding in Waipio Valley (BI) is very scenic. Are there any specific stables that are better than others for this? Also, are there any places on the 3 islands where they can trot & canter not just follow the leader type rides? Thanks for your help

has anyone had the opportunity to stay at this Hotel?...if so how was it,pros/cons...my wife and I are considering spending 2 months there this winter...thanks in advance

hi everyone! i will be exploring oahu in july and was wondering what sort of HAVE TO DO (!) stuff i should ready myself for! i will be meeting my sis there but i imagine she will be working most of the time so i will be out and about on my own most of the time. i will need advice from y'all! thanks heaps!

PS: will it be super hot in july there too? i can't wait!

Do I have to buy it online?

Hello everyone,

We are planning a trip to waikiki from 5/31/08-6/5/08 is that considered peak season? We've already booked our flight and I'm wondering if I should book my hotel now or wait for better deals later in May. I contacted someone with a timeshare and they responded back saying to book early because May and June is their high season. Does anyone have any advice for me?

Thank you for reading! =)

We need to know if you book a wild dolphin tour how likely are you to swim with the dolphins? And which are the best companies and islands to doso with?

Planning on flying Aloha Airlines? They stop flying April 01, 2008.

Should i rent an SUV or convertible when i'm on the big island and maui?

Hi everyone. Any suggestions on what to do with our luggage between disembarking from our cruise ship and hotel checkin? My wife and I are taking the 7 day Pride of America Cruise. When the ship returns to port in Honolulu, we disembark at 7am, however, our hotel check is not until 3PM that day. I though of renting a car just to have someplace to put our stuff.