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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 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
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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” »

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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” »

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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.

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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” »

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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:

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast, show number 19 for Tuesday, April 16, 2013.  Today we’ll talk about the amazing island of Oahu–specifically, things to checkout and activities to experience on Oahu for the young and the young at heart.  All that and more on this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

OAHU WITH KIDS

This week, we wanted to talk about the top things for kids to do while visiting the island of Oahu.  We purposely picked things that we feel are fun for kids and adults.

Dole Plantation
64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy.
Wahiawa, HI  96786
Phone: 1-808-621-8408

Pineapple Express Train
Pineapple Garden Maze
The Plantation Grille Continue reading “Oahu With Kids (And The Young At Heart) : Show 19” »

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The Hawaii Travel Podcast, show number 18 for Tuesday, April 9th 2013,  We explore the fantastic Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, We’ll tell you how to have a Memorial Day Weekend To Remember while visiting Oahu, a quick Merrie Monarch Festival update, and beware of the dreaded Box Jellyfish!

HAWAII TRAVEL PODCAST’S HAWAII TRAVEL POLL

Remeber to vote in our new Hawaii Travel Podcast’s Hawaii Travel Poll.  This week’s question is…

After airfare and lodging is factored in, where do you spend the majority of your money while visiting Hawaii?  

And your choices are:  Food, Drinking, Tours, Activities, Rental cars, Transportation, Massages or spas, Shopping or Other

Make your voice heard!  Vote now at http://www.hawaiitravelpodcast.com/poll and we’ll discuss what you and your fellow Hawaii Travel Podcast listeners had to say in an upcoming episode.

MERRIE MONARCH FESTIVAL

This year was a first for the Merrie Monarch Festival. In years past you could stream the festival over the Internet.  This year marked the first time mobile devices, like the iPhone/iPhone etc could stream the event. Continue reading “Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, Oahu Memorial Day Weekend, And Merrie Monarch Festival: Show 18” »

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Inter-island travel tips, a super memorable day trip while visiting Kona on the Big Island, and more tips are featured in this episode of the Hawaii Travel Podcast.

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

Our question of the week deals with inter-island travel.  Have you ever island-hopped the Hawaiian islands?  And, if so, what do  you prefer most?  Do you like to visit one island per trip or hit multiple islands?  We would like to hear from you.  Scroll down to the comments section of this episode’s show notes and let us know your thoughts.

INTER-ISLAND TRAVEL TIPS

If you have the time, visiting an additional island on your Hawaiian vacation doesn’t have to bust your budget.  On our recent trip, we picked up tickets from Oahu to Hilo on the Big Island for about $80 per person. Continue reading “Inter-Island Travel Tips, And A Fun Day Trip While Visiting Kona: Show 17” »