COVID-19 is affecting so many people around the world right now. We hope that you are your loved ones are staying safe at this time. We have taken precautions as a business to protect our staff, and have implemented remote working. Our phone lines remain open and we are ready to deal with your bookings. At this time all activities have been suspended, but we are open to take your bookings for all dates after April 30th. If you have any questions, our agents are here to help. Please give us a call. Refunds We offer full refunds, so you can book now with confidence ..read more

Part of the fun of travelling is getting to experience new tastes by trying the local cuisine. And in Hawaii there are plenty of new foods to be falling in love with. We’ve put together some of our favorite desserts and sweet snacks from Hawaii for those who like to indulge their sweet tooth from time to time. If you’re interested in some of the savoury food you can find on the Islands check out our previous blog: 5 Popular Hawaiian Foods Mochi Ice-cream These tasty round balls of goodness consist of an inner orb of ice-cream covered by a layer of pounded sticky rice (that’s the Mochi part, J ..read more

It’s finally happening: You’re visiting Maui for the very first time! We’ve put together 7 of our must-do things that every first-time visitor should try on the valley isle. 1. See the Haleakala sunrise or sunset.  Viewing the sunrise from Haleakala (or ‘House of the Sun’) is one of Maui’s most popular activities, but it does require purchasing a ticket in advance. The sunset is just as beautiful, but doesn’t require a reservation. In either case, there’s nothing quite like watching the light change at 10,000 ft. Read more about the Haleakala Sunrise/Sunset: What to Pack Guide for Viewing the ..read more

You’ve heard about it, you’ve dreamed about it, and now you’re planning your visit to the Hawaiian Islands. The big question: which Hawaiian island (or islands) are you going to visit? All of the larger islands (the Big Island, Maui, Oahu) have plenty of shopping, resorts, restaurants, and outdoor adventures. The question isn’t “which island is good?” because they’re all pretty fantastic. Instead, we’re here to help you figure out which island you’d like to spend your trip (or the bulk of your trip) visiting. We’ve picked out some photos and highlights of each Hawaiian island to help ..read more

If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii, take the time to learn more about its fascinating history and rich culture before you go. We’ll get you started with 5 interesting facts you never knew about Hawaii…or did you? 1. Hawaii is the only state in the USA that grows coffee. The most famous variety is Kona coffee, which grows on the island of Hawai’i (more commonly known as the Big Island — yes, it is also the largest of the Hawaiian islands, and the only one with an active volcano). In addition to Kona coffee, there’s coffee grown on Molokai, Maui, and Oahu. I may be biased, but my favorite Hawa ..read more

Hawaii has a rich cultural history, and the food enjoyed on Hawaii reflects this diversity. I was surprised to discover so many new and exciting dishes to try on visiting Hawaii for the first time. Here are 5 foods that I hadn’t encountered before heading to the Islands, but are now firm favorites! 1. Poke Wow! Poke (Po-keh) is one of those dishes that looks a little dubious before eating but upon tasting for the first time will keep you coming back for more! This dish is made from cubed and salted raw fish. That’s right – raw! But it’s usually served with a seasoning or sauce making ..read more

Simply glance up at the night sky in Maui, and you’re in for a treat. The lack of light pollution on the islands compared to many places elsewhere mean the stars really pop and you can see with immense detail into the depths of the heavens above. Hawaii is quite popular for astronomers as a result, with many of the volcano summits boasting observatories. Whilst you could get a pretty good view in most places on Island, here are our tips for making the most out of the stars whilst on Maui with some top tips and places for stargazing. What can you see stargazing on Maui? A lot! At 21 degrees lat ..read more

So, you’ve decided the destination for your next vacation is Hawaii. Great choice! But now comes the vacation planning, and there is always a lot to organise to get ready for a trip somewhere new. We’ve put together this checklist to help you plan your perfect Hawaii vacation. Choose which island or islands to visit There are 6 main islands within the Hawaiian island chain which are accessible to tourists, so the first step is to pick exactly where in Hawaii you wish to visit. Oahu, followed by Maui are the most visited islands, and the biggest range of flights are available to thes ..read more

If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii you may be wondering how you can fit in a visit to more than one of the islands. There are 6 main islands which are accessible to tourists: O’ahu, Island of Hawai’i (or Big Island), Maui, Lanai, Moloka’i and Kauai. All of the Islands are unique and have their own selection of incredible sights to see, so it’s only natural that you’d want to take in as much as possible by doing some island hopping. But what is the best way to travel between the different Islands of Hawaii? Island Hopping by Plane Unless you have booked a cruise, then the only way to ..read more

If you know you only have a short time to explore a new place, then it’s always worth doing some research ahead of your trip. Island hoppers may only be stopping on Maui for a few nights so we’ve put together this itinerary to help you get the most out of Maui in 3 days. And remember, heading to the Hawaiian Islands is all about relaxation, so don’t overdo it! Day 1 Morning – Snorkel Tour Snorkeling is one of my favorite activities to do in Maui. There are some incredible spots on the Island – with clear visibility underwater and a huge variety of fish to see. We’d recommend booking ..read more