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The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 40 for Tuesday October 8th 2013.  On this episode we’ll talk about alternative Hawaii activities in light of the Government shutdown and the closure of the National Parks.  We’ll also talk about skydiving over the North Shore.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN ALTERNATIVES

There is no doubt that the government shutdown has affected thousands of vacationers headed toward Hawaii.  With the National Parks closed, so goes the chances to visit Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, Haleakala National Park, and Pearl Harbor sites including the  Battleship Missouri, Pacific Aviation Museum.

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 39 for Tuesday October 1st 2013.  On this episode we’ll talk about Tiki Culture, and we’ll be giving away another chance to win passes to Germaine’s Luau.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

TIKI CULTURE

Dan and Jennifer discuss Tiki Culture and explore the history of some classic Tropical Drinks.  Dan reviews the “Freeze and Squeeze” tropical drinks that come in Mylar pouches at the grocery store.  Spoiler alert – They are not good. Continue reading “Tiki Culture And Dan Reviews Freeze And Squeeze Tropical Drinks: Show 39” »

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 38 for Tuesday September 24th 2013.  On this episode we’ll talk about Oahu Photography Tours, and we’ll play an interesting voicemail question that came in . Plus we’ll discuss our fun new contest.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

HAWAII NUDE BEACHES

Listener Cy called our voicemail with the following question:

Hey guys, this is Cy in Levittown, New York and I will love listening to your show every week, and I and a bunch of my buddies are all planning a visit to go to Maui and the Big Island sometime next year, maybe February or March, and we’re going “au natural” as you would say, and we would really love to get a list from you of your ranking of the best nude beaches on both of those islands.  My friends and I have a saying “no prudes, just nudes”.  Any suggestions you have there Dan would be helpful. And also, while you’re at it, Dan we saw that you’ve done this really neat thing with the water jet pack. And we’re just wondering if they have anything like that down and on the big time. So, thanks from side of it sounded your work and hopefully we’ll, get the here you here ourselves on your podcast. Thanks. Bye. Continue reading “Oahu Photography Tours And Nude Beaches On Hawaii: Show 38” »

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 37 for Tuesday September 17th 2013.  On this episode we’ll talk about a fun Hawaiian Island Cruising adventure, and a super cool place where Hawaiian culture, history, and astronomy overlap.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

Bonnie wrote in…

I just discovered and love listening to your Hawaiian podcasts.

 My husband and I will be celebrating our 31st wedding anniversary with a Hawaiian Island Hopping Cruise.    Continue reading “Hawaiian Island Cruise Tips And An Incredibly Fun Thing To See In Hilo: Show 37” »

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 36 for Tuesday September 10th 2013.  On this episode we’ll talk about Big Island Honeymoon ideas, and Nina wrote back with an update on her excellent Oahu water adventures.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

OAHU SNORKELING

Listener Nina wrote in with an update on her trip…

Hey guys I just got back from my trip and I had a great time! What ended up happening is we went to Kailua for 3 nights then 3 nights in Laie then 4 nights in diamond head. Thank you for giving me advice and I took it! I went snorkeling at Hanauma bay and that was so awesome and almost Continue reading “Big Island Honeymoon Ideas: Show 36” »

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 35 for Tuesday August 27th 2013.  On this episode we’ll yak it up while we uke it up.  That’s right, its all about the ukulele.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

Joanne wrote in with a question about ukuleles. She wrote…

Thanks for a great podcast. I will be visiting Oahu and the Big Island in November. I’m looking to upgrade my starter Ukulele. Do you have any recommendations on where to go for my next ukulele?

Thanks,

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 34 for Tuesday August 20th 2013.  On this episode we’ll kick off a new segment about staying connected to Hawaii from your home, and, we’ll discuss some fun water activities to do while visiting Oahu.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

OAHU WATER ACTIVITIES

Nina wrote in looking for advice on her upcoming Oahu vacation.  She writes..

Hey Dan and Jennifer! I am 13 years old and absolutely love the show!! I listen to the podcast every night when I go to bed. I have probably listened to all of them at least twice.Anyways I am going to Oahu for 10 days and I was wondering if there is any good snorkeling by the New Otani Hotel in Diamond Head? If not what are some good water activities to do there? I know u guys aren’t the watersports type but if u had any suggestions I would appreciate it!

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 33 for Tuesday August 13th 2013.  On this episode we’ll talk about the best restaurants with a view and we’ll tell you how to find all of the fun trails we talk about while exploring Hawaii.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

BEST SCENIC VIEW RESTAURANTS

Two Hawaiian restaurants were chosen by the foodies and the foodie customers at OpenTable in their list of the best scenic view restaurants.  There was stiff competition from the list of winners based on over 5 million restaurant reviews submitted by OpenTable users for more than 15,000 restaurants in America.

Sarento’s Top of the “I” Continue reading “Hawaii Trails, And Restaurants With A View: Show 33” »

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 32 for Tuesday August 6th 2013.  Our Hawaii Bucket List series continues with a special Big Island Edition!  We pick the things we want to do on the Big Island before we die.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

WE HATE UNBUNDLING

Unbundling is that annoying thing airlines have been doing for the past few years.  There was a time when you could just buy a ticket, and that would be that.  You would get on the plane, get a pillow to use, a blanket, snakes, a movie, drinks, anything you could think of, within reason,was just included in your the price of your ticket.  But then along came the practice of unbundling .

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 31 for Tuesday July 30th 2013.  This week’s show we’ll talk about the origin of the classic Hawaiian shirt, including bargain hunting tips, and we’ll discuss private diving excursions on Maui. All that and more on this episode of The  Hawaii Travel Podcast.

HISTORY OF THE HAWAIIAN SHIRT

Janet from Atlanta emailed us.  She wrote…

Dear Jennifer and Dan,

I love the podcast.  My question is about Hawaiian shirts.  I am visiting Oahu in September and am thinking of bringing vintage Hawaiian clothing back home for everyone on my Christmas gift list.  Pretty much all of my family and friends know I am crazy about Hawaii, and I thought it would be a fitting gift to bring Hawaiian shirts back. Any tips on here to buy Hawaiian shirts on a budget?  And, do you have any info on how Hawaiian shirts became so popular?

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