Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 30 for Tuesday July 23rd 2013.  On this week’s show we’ll talk about where to cool off on the Big Island, we’ll explore your shipping and shopping options while visiting Hawaii, and we’ll talk about things to do with kids on Kauai.  All that and more on this episode of The  Hawaii Travel Podcast.

SHIPPING FROM HAWAII

Agnes emailed us and asked the following:

My husband and and 2 girl friends are visiting Hawaii. As we are arriving on Thanksgiving eve, we are prepared for some serious Black Friday shopping. The thing is, we do not want to lug our shopping through subsequent jaunts to Maui and Big Island. Appreciate your advice! Thanks.

When shopping on Oahu, make sure to visit the swap meets.  This is where many of the stores in Waikiki shop.  Visit the swap meet and get great deals direct from the suppliers.

One place we recommend is the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace.

We feel the best option for shipping packages is via the United States Postal Service.  They are everywhere and surprisingly reasonable.  The only potential downside is the length of time it takes to get mail from Hawaii to the main land.

KAUAI WITH KIDS

Our second email came from the absolute best grandma in the world, Lori, she wrote…

Hi guys!
I am really enjoying your podcasts….especially the tidbits of Hawaiian history. I haven’t been to Kauai for 40 years, and in July I will be traveling there with my 5 year old granddaughter. Are there any “must-see’s” that I don’t want her to miss? I would really appreciate your input and look forward to future editions of your podcast.
Thanks so much…
Lori from Grants Pass, Oregon
Continue reading “Cooling Off On The Big Island, Kauai With Kids And Shipping From Hawaii: Show 30” »

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

The Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 29 for Tuesday July 16th 2013.  This week’s show we’ll talk about an utterly fun trek to Goat Island. All that and more on this episode of The  Hawaii Travel Podcast.

GOAT ISLAND HIKE

Goat Island is about 700 feet off the shore of Malaekahana Beach. Continue reading “Trek To Goat Island And The Kukaniloko Birthstones Site: Show 29” »

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

This week’s show features a listener question bonanza as we share a few ideas for Hawaii honeymoons and educational family fun activities. All that and more on this episode of The  Hawaii Travel Podcast.  Show 28

OAHU AND MAUI HONEYMOON

Sandra from Portland sent us a message through our Facebook page.  She wrote…

Hi Dan and Jennifer! Love the podcast, keep em coming. I still have 2.5 months to learn before I go to Maui and Oahu! Continue reading “Hawaii Honeymoon And Family Fun, Educational Activities : Show 28” »

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Today we’ll tell you about a great alternative to Waikiki and Honolulu, and we’ll flip the tables, and we’ll read some listener emails that came in with answers to questions WE had. All that and more on this episode of The  Hawaii Travel Podcast.

Last week we showcased David, Georgia and Richard’s incredible 4 islands in 8 days vacation, and we had a few questions.  Dave was nice enough to write in with some answers…

Thanks for featuring us on this week’s podcast!  It was great to hear your input and suggestions for next time.  Here are answers to a couple of questions that came up during the podcast. Continue reading “A Great Alternative To Waikiki And Honolulu : Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 27” »

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

The Hawaii Travel Podcast, show number 26 for Tuesday June 4th, 2013.  Today we’ll discuss a holiday fit for a king, King Kamehameha and King Kamehameha Day.  And, can you explore four islands in just eight days?  You bet, find out how on this episode of The Hawaii Travel Podcast.

FOUR ISLANDS IN EIGHT DAYS

We received a great email from David, Georgia and Richard…

Just got back from our Hawaii vacation and wanted to thank you for your informative program.  In case anyone else asks a similar question (or you do a show about how to manage mad scrambles around multiple islands – in this case four islands in eight days), here is what we ended up doing:

Continue reading “How To Explore Four Islands In Eight Days And Celebrate King Kamehameha Day: Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 26” »

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

Our Hawaii Bucket List series kicks off with a special Kauai Edition!  We pick the things we want to do on Kauai before we die.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast, show number 25.

HAWAII BUCKET LIST SERIES – KAUAI

We’re excited to kick off the first part of our Hawaii Bucket List series.  Today we will focus on the island of Kauai.  Of the main Hawaiian islands, Kauai is the oldest at over six million years old.  So, we each picked our top three things we want to do on Kauai before we die. Continue reading “Hawaii Bucket List: Kauai Edition : Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 25” »

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

We answer listener questions about the best places on Oahu to take spectacular pictures, and our favorite Botanical Gardens on Oahu.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast, show number 24.

BEST PLACES TO TAKE PICTURES ON OAHU

We are going to start today’s episode with an email from John from Eugene, OR.  He writes…

Dear Jennifer and Dan.  My daughter and I just built a home darkroom.  She is getting to be a fine photographer.  I was hoping we could get a list of your favorite places to take pictures on the island of Oahu.

-John from Eugene, OR

Waikiki beach

One of the most iconic photo opps in Hawaii.  Simply beautiful.  Diamond Head on one side.

View of Honolulu from Mount Tantalus

This is a great location.  You’ll have beautiful views of Diamond Head, Punchbowl Crater, Waikiki, and downtown Honolulu.

Continue reading “Best Picture Spots On Oahu And Oahu’s Botanical Gardens: Show 24” »

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

On this episode,  we’ll try to help a couple of college students figure out which island to visit, and we’ll also talk about two taste treats to sample while visiting Hawaii.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast. The Hawaii Travel Podcast, show number 23 for Tuesday, May 14th 2013.

 MANAPUA AND MALASADAS 

Listener Frank emailed in with a food topic suggestion.  He writes…

Maybe sometime you can cover unique local treats that you can get on Oahu. Two that jump to mind are Manapua and Malasadas.

If there are two things we love talking about, it’s food, and more food.  

Manapua Continue reading “Manapua And Malasadas Meet Volcanoes, Girls, Beaches, And Bars : Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 23” »

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

The Hawaii Travel Podcast, show number 22 for Tuesday, May 7th 2013.  On this episode, we’ll explore the beaches on a side of Oahu that many visitors never see.  All that and more, on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

EXPLORING THE BEACHES ON THE LEEWARD (WEST) SIDE OF OAHU

When people think of beaches on Oahu, they usually think of Waikiki beach with it’s teeming nightlife,  fantastic restaurants and tropical drink-filled bars.  Perhaps  they think of the majestic North Shore, with crashing waves and sunsets that will stick with you for the rest of your life.

What they probably don’t think of however are any of the beaches on the west side of the island.  This is also known as the leeward side of the island.  So  we thought we would talk about some of fun places to explore on this part of Oahu. Continue reading “Exploring The Beaches On The Leeward Side Of Oahu : Hawaii Travel Podcast Show 22” »

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: RSS

The Hawaii Travel Podcast, show number 21 for Tuesday, April 30, 2013.  In this episode, we’ll talk about visiting the island of Lanai. We’ll also discuss our favorite and least favorite hotel breakfasts.  All this, and more, on this episode of The Hawaii Travel Podcast.

LEI DAY

May 1 is Lei Day.  It is a state-wide celebration which is celebrated on each island.  The first Lei Day took place in 1927 and has grown each year.  There is even a song called  May Day Is Lei Day.

If you would like to make your own lei and share with someone you love, here are some instructions on how to make your own flower lei: http://www.alohafriends.com/leimaking.html

LANAI TRAVEL TIPS

Here’s an email question from Greg in Seattle.  He writes:

I’m going to Maui and was wondering if I should plan a day trip to Lanai or go for a few days?

Visiting Lanai:

Continue reading “Lanai Travel Tips And Ideas : Show 21” »