Hawaii Trip Planning 2023 | 9 Things To Know Before You Book Your Hawaii Vacation

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Hawaii Trip Planning 2023 Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:32 1. What Hawaiian Island?
02:45 2. When to Go
04:20 3. Cost of a Hawaii Trip
06:13 4. Luau Worth It?
07:29 5. Legal Sunscreen
08:27 6. Stay Alive
09:22 7. When to Book Your Trip
10:25 8. Things to Do
13:07 9. Future of Tourism
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[@hankb27]

If you’re on a budget: rent a car with Turo, spend as much time at the beach as possible, hike, cheap eats, Air BNB. It doesn’t have to be expensive, plan accordingly. I recommend traveling in April

[@meegal4]

I have a tip for anyone who is traveling to Hawaii from the east coast of the USA. Plan to lose an entire day just for traveling. For example if you leave on a Friday you will not be in Hawaii until Sunday, possibly not even until Sunday night. We had to fly into LAX for a layover, had to wait a few hours, then fly into Maui. In total this was probably about 20 hours. Same thing coming back too. Expect to lose an entire day of just traveling, possibly 2 days. We landed at 4pm but were so tired we passed out in our room until the next day due to jet lag. Another tip is don't over plan. We had a few days where we had A LOT of activities crammed into one day and we were rushing around the island not fully enjoying the environment. Like we'd go to a beach and be like "ok but we can only stay 1 hour because at 3pm we have to be here". Spread out your activities! Relax on the beach without needing to rush things. Enjoy the beautiful beaches.

[@EpicAdventureCouple]

We’re here now 2023 in Ko’Olina and Kona. All on there recommendations. This is the LEADING channel for Hawaii. 🏝️🤙🏻

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a wonderful trip! thanks for the compliment, that means a lot from fellow KZbinrs!

[@AngelOlivo]

Ko Olina is the best! Great base for Oahu vacation, we loved it.

[@ThelostMirage]

🤔🤔🤔 hmmmm make sure you no share any of the good spots.

[@popitscorner777]

​@@TheHawaiiVacationGuidein your video you guys are going down some tubes down a narrow waterway where is that exactly I want to go on that I can't find it

[@BasicBodThor]

As someone who goes to Hawaii a fair bit (and just got back from the Big Island and Maui last month) this was great, and I just wanted to add a few small things based on my own experiences. 1) With regards to food, even groceries are more expensive than you may think. A loaf of bread (nothing fancy) at the supermarket in Napili (Maui) was around $7.50 USD on average...as someone coming from Canada that made one heck of an expensive loaf haha. Fruits and Veggies can still be had for reasonable prices though if you head over to the local farmers markets. If you are eating out, food trucks are the way to go, but are still not "cheap", just cheaper haha. 2) With safety, the best pieces of advice I got from a local were: Spend 10-15min watching the water before you go in so that you can get a sense of what the water is doing (currents etc.). If you don't see anyone in the water, there's probably a good reason for that. And lastly, if you get in trouble in the water, call out for help when you have the energy to do so, don't be proud and think "I got this"

[@ThelostMirage]

Bruh....where you buy bread from? Cuz thats rip off man. Go foodland or Tamura, buy the loves or store brand, its just as good cost like 4-5 dollars tho. If you know you gonna eat a lot of bread, Costco sells 2 loaves for $11 ,get the hawaiian style one, its the best

[@BasicBodThor]

@@ThelostMirage Up in Napili from the Napili Market, or Safeway (and the price I listed was for the store brand haha) but thanks for the tips :)

[@ThelostMirage]

@@BasicBodThor bruh, of youre not buying the store brand from the actual store its definitely a rip off, cause its like 2-3 dollars more expensive, becareful out there cuz, life is expensive in paradise

[@tsarina24honolulu87]

I'm from ohio so I am used to high food prices. It was the same as Hawaii in my opinion. Canada must be cheap.

[@recreationallifting]

Budget tip: Rent a car with camping gear and just camp around the island. We got an Xterra and stayed on Wai’ānapanapa, Kīpahulu, Hosmer Grove and various shores up and down South/West Maui with a cheap county permit. National park camping only costs $4, and some spots are even free. Camping also allowed my wife and I to explore all around Hāna Highway for several days and be alone since we’d be at the waterfalls earlier than other tourists. Farmers markets were also the way to go for affordable eating. Just grab what you need and have a cookout on the black sand beach! Edit: This is also how you meet and get to know people who live in Hawai’i. Taking time to have a relaxing conversation with employees of state parks and farmers markets gets you in touch with Aloha.

[@sylviachacon4152]

LOVE THIS!!!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for sharing! It is so good to have the campgrounds all open again!

[@szaky7399]

How much the car rental cost per day on average factoring gas etc .. ?

[@lisacrowe1773]

Where are the farmers markets and how to find them? Are they open only on certain days? How to plan?

[@randallraines1]

Tips: 1. Watch as many The Hawaii Vacation Guide youtube videos as possible for homework 2.Leave the last couple of days of your trip open to redo the spot or activity you loved most doing 3.While there is sticker shock, comparatively we have learned if you break the cost down per day it is equivalent to a Disneyland/Disneyworld trip and IMHO Hawaii is a way better experience (even our kids agree).

[@kaiwildly3938]

Great advice! Mahalo. We 're heading for two weeks this spring to Big Island and Kaua'i. Can't wait. Safe travels and Aloha.

[@saikrishnagangavalli8477]

Yeah I leave one day to repeat fav beach / activity ❤️

[@jf1890]

Funnest thing to do on MAUI - Hang Gliding with Armin @ Hang Gliding Maui - He also has new Gyroplane to fly. Total BLAST!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing!

[@cdub4693]

This couple has the best advice, information and smiles on KZbin .

[@zachshuffield578]

I’ve never been to Hawaii, but I’m getting married at the Hyatt regency Maui september 2023. My biggest tip is use chase points to book at a Hyatt. Usually points are only worth 1 cent, but Hyatt they’re worth 3 cents. I got 12 days for 200,000 points which is absolutely crazy for a $600/night hotel room! The biggest expense covered with points is a huge help

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for sharing the tip! Enjoy the Hyatt and congrats on the nuptials!

[@dabig25]

Just booked a return trip and only paid $11 for roundtrip for airfare using airline miles

[@daniellalopez3521]

love the self-promotion😂 I will most definitely check out your website!!!! keep up the promotion!

[@MadMax31577]

I booked in early November for the big island next June-July. Alaska Airlines 2 round trip tix from Seattle. $965. Air bnb $1500. I’m planning on doing a ton of scuba diving and volcano exploring. Can’t wait

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a wonderful trip!!

[@ThelostMirage]

Ehhhh video was small kine not bad cuz. Tip from an island boy. 1. Foodland has decent prices and a good poke and seafood area check it out, if you need a makai'i discount you can enter a number to get the discount. 2. Be respectful and people will be respectful to you. 3. If you get lost or wanna try something local, Ask people, most are friendly and open and will give you great suggestions, just pay attention to directions those aren't always clear. 4. Theres the "i visited hawaii" experience and then the "I experienced Hawaii" experience, sometimes you gotta explore , make friends and Have fun, The islands are only Half the trip, Its the people that make everything else beautiful. Whelp those are my tips, Aloha from a bruddah and hana hou, Welcome to the Islands, Come enjoy your selves, Be Happy, Be merry, and Share the Aloha

[@TheJodo2010]

I can’t wait to get back to Hawaii. If you go to Oahu make sure you go to the swap meet at the old football stadium. It’s a great place to get souvenirs

[@EpicAdventureCouple]

Love the swap meet up.👍

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for sharing! They have a lot of plans for Aloha Stadium in the coming years with the new Governor.

[@ahhitskatie9094]

I regularly visit the Southern California coast and am familiar with the ocean there. I was very surprised at just how much stronger the ocean is in Hawaii! I am so glad I watched your videos and bought your guide (hint hint to every reader, buy their guides!!) before visiting Maui for my first time in 2022. Thank you for strongly encouraging ocean safety precautions!!💙

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing your experience with the ocean. It doesn’t look dangerous in Hawaii but it can get you. Thanks for grabbing our itinerary!!

[@infinitytricks3716]

I like this family and their videos about Hawaii. Aloha and energy are always there…..vibe is enjoying the islands logically with keikis.

[@brendamclean8447]

Hi guys, I know I’ve said this before but you honestly have the cutest baby girl ever! She is the happiest baby, her little smiling face in every moment❤

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks so much Brenda!

[@jerradmariscal7987]

i do appreciate your guys effort ! thank you guys again

[@AE-oc4bg]

Thanks so much for this informative video, and I did not feel overwhelmed at all! I will be in Hawaii this year and this video was super helpful, and I have also purchased your Maui itinerary as that is where we will be staying and spending most of our trip. You guys are the best. By FAR the best Hawaii channel I have found!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks so much for the lovely comment! Thanks for grabbing our itinerary! Have a wonderful trip to maui.

[@randomrachel1480]

You two are lovely! Your channel is so helpful! My family of 6 went May 2021 when Covid restrictions were relatively high. Your very clear explanations and guides helped me so much. We sure enjoyed Maui and we thank you! Hugs and loves to you and your family! XOXO

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks so much for the great comment! We put a lot of care into those covid videos as it was confusing to get out to Hawaii. I'm glad the guides helped too! hope you can come back soon!

[@yojs17_]

I went to Oahu for the second time in 2022, this time took our kids and my mom. Every time I watch a video of Hawaii, I miss it so very much ❤❤❤. I used the Itinerary from Hawaii Vacation guide and it was great!

[@franlisamusicrecord2114]

We want to visit as a Couple.... When, what's the cost and what can you do for us..... It's a Family Vacation 4kids and A Couple

[@tammipalumbo8102]

Thank you!! Planning a trip 2025.

[@tracydrury6739]

I watched many You Tube Videos in preparation for our trip to Hawaii and yours were the best ☺️. We just returned from our 10 day trip (Mid Jan) to The Big Island and Oahu. Our weather could not have been better (although we went prepared for rain and wind). Every single day was beautiful so don’t shy away from January visits. The Volcano National Park is a must and try to allow a full day for this park. TAKE BINOCULARS! Kilauea was erupting and at night we could actually see the movement of the lava waving and exploding with binoculars. We absolutely loved the Big Island because it allows you to get out and explore and be in a rural setting. In Oahu we enjoyed visiting a Buddhist Temple. Thanks for all your videos. They are extremely helpful in planning your Hawaiian Vacation.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Aloha Tracy, thanks for sharing your trip. It is great to hear Kilauea is flowing so well, making for good views. I hope we get that lucky on our next trip! Our next trip is going to be a Big Island and Oahu combo also. Thanks for watching and I'm glad you felt well prepared!

[@pacset2]

great info... thank you

[@annette3488]

Ok I’m on the count down!! 25 days and we will be there! I bought your Oahu & Maui guides it definitely helped with planning our first time there! Thank you!!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

It will be here in no time!! Thanks for grabbing our guides and glad to hear it helped!

[@nicholasmurcia1258]

It’s my first time going to Hawaii next week and this helps out a lot

[@ricksundberg6406]

Great job guys!

[@gerilorensen5410]

Love, love, LOVE your channel. Last visit to Hawaii was in February '20, just as the pandemic started.... We FINALLY pulled the trigger on one thing we always thought was a good idea. Our return trips to the east coast mainland have always left the islands at night. We'd have to check out of our hotels/condos in the morning and then find something to do the rest of the day. The last time. we booked our hotel for an extra night and just relaxed and enjoyed the facilities for the day. Totally worth the extra money to not have to lug our stuff around and worry about a place to clean up and change before heading to the airport. Made that last day much more relaxing. Better than even when we'd stow our things at the hotel after checkout!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks so much for the lovely comment! I hope you can come back soon. Good for you to pay for an extra night to get the amenities. I know a lot of folks have that problem when they book red eye flights.

[@tednottodd]

Your videos are really great. I think people would be well served with your itineraries. There are so many things to do on the islands that it gets overwhelming. We have been going to Maui annually for over a decade and still find something new every trip to do. I agree with booking flights, car and restaurants early. One area I may disagree somewhat is booking your stay (Maui). The company that manages our rental condo on Maui will run specials if our unit has some open dates about a month out. Recently we had someone book our place only a few weeks in advance for $199 a night. You will be able to find a nice place to stay, guaranteed. There are literally thousands of short term rental condo's on Maui. I would always opt for a condo over a hotel, if only because you can save a ton of money on food. Eating breakfast in every day saves at least $50 a day. Also, you can pack your lunches for beach trips, then stop for a Shave Ice on the way home. The other thing about renting a condo, most owners provide many extra's for the guests. Beach chairs, Umbrella coolers that sort of thing, makes for a much more comfortable stay at the beach. If you are booking your own unit on ABNB or similar, take the time to see who is managing the condo. Most of the professional managers have their own website that you can book through. Most of the time this will save you $$. They won't have a link to their website on Air BnB, but it's pretty easy to figure out if you look closely at the listing.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Great tip to find a local property manager’s website. More are making their own and giving deals. We get similar emails, especially in the shoulder seasons.

[@leahxlittle]

How do you find these individual websites? I want to book so badly but can't do the $1000 a night!

[@BillHaynal]

I'm planning to make my second trip to Maui this October. I enjoy watching all of your videos!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Enjoy your second trip! Our newsletter has a lot of great content too to help you plan your trip! thanks for subscribing.

[@Samus7000]

I’m so thankful for this channel! I’m going to Hawaii for my 32nd birthday in January and your videos are so informative! It’s going to me and my siblings first time there and I just can’t wait. 😅

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a great birthday trip with the family!

[@AJDulik]

We went to Maui last year with our 4 kids (ages 11, 8, 7 and 2). Opted to not go to a luau, but we were staying at the Sheraton so we were able to watch the hotel’s luau for 15 or 20 minutes from the lobby without worrying about the kids getting too restless. Plus we had pies from Leoda’s that we were able to enjoy!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Not a bad way to get a taste of the luau experience! The Sheraton Poipu has a luau you can catch from the beach!

[@ds5651]

We took our kids to the old Hawaiian luau. It was fantastic

[@joeovip]

Hey guys! Here to watch the video from the newsletter! And yes, my wife and I are planning to go to Hawaii hopefully in October 2023! 🙏And of course, your itineraries will be a super valuable resource.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for subscribing to our newsletter! Enjoy the planning for October 2023. October is one of our favorite months to visit!

[@billhobartclairvoyantmedium]

This video was the BEST! You are both amazing hosts..the kids are beautiful. Hope to see you soon

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks Bill. Good luck with the move!

[@juliepoolie5494]

Your kids are so cute! Your daughter’s swim suit /rash guard looks so cute and she seems very comfortable in it. Looks like momma had a matching suit on the boat. Adorable! Henry is growing like a weed! Thanks for your videos on my favorite place on earth!

[@aloha-ohana]

Thankyou!!

[@VincentVision]

What a fantastically edited video. I'm leaving for Oahu in a few days (for the first time ever) and this video has got me so excited!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a great time Vincent! Thanks for noticing the editing. A lot of b-roll in this one!

[@jeffback3901]

My wife and I are going in early February and we bought your travel guides for Hawaii and Maui. They were so very helpful, so thank you!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks so much for grabbing our guides ! Have a wonderful visit during peak whale season!

[@Yourpookie_Lena]

omg my ancestor👁👄👁💅

[@Liafram]

My family is planning a 2024 visit, primarily at Aulani, but your videos have given me a broader perspective and appreciation of Oahu and the other islands. I'm hoping to pull some family out of the Disney bubble a bit to experience more of what Oahu has to offer!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for subscribing! Did you catch our updated Ko Olina Guide, released a few weeks ago? Please do get the family outside of Disney to explore Oahu!!

[@andreahawkins5890]

Thanks for your videos' just booked roundtrip 2 months in advance, we are super excited 🎉

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a great trip!!

[@slc-yb4zf]

Perfect timing on this video as we enter final preparion for our early March trip to Oahu -- and fully grateful for the information as well as vast amount of "extra" tips throughout your video!. You both have great presence and demeanor on camera making your videos a pleasure to re-watch! A couple of requests for future videos/information: 1) "behind the scenes" video on how you shoot, gear used (cameras, drones, canned shots, etc), video editing, etc. (bloopers make it even more fun! 2) Generate a "preferred" gear / equipment list. You offer several unsolicited/unpaid recommendations on some things (sandals, sunscreen, & sunglasses come to mind) but viewers are left to wonder what brand you are wearing or which swim mask, gear bag, etc.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for watching and the lovely recommendations. I'm not a film maker, you will find me around the islands with a GoPro or an iPhone so it isn't anything fancy. We put our film gear in the description and we have a travel gear section here: thehawaiivacationguide.com/hawaii-travel-gear/ I know that isn't what you mean. Perhaps someday but for now, we have a big list of Hawaii info videos to make! we will add bloopers as they come!

[@frankviterise7333]

Sounds like you live here in Hawaii I can tell because you can pronounce all the Hawaiian names perfectly don't have the money to travel the other islands like any other people do but I'm glad you're instructing our visitors the best way to enjoy our Islands thank you very much tourist in Industry supports our local population thank you very much enjoy the video

[@adventureescape1929]

I'll be back in Maui In about 34 days. Thanks for the tips! You guys are the best.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for always watching. Glad to hear you will be back on Maui soon!

[@michaelwhitt4068]

My number one advice is watch move HVG videos. Our first trip was in 2022 and I watched pretty much all their videos and planner our trip around the advice given. We plan to go back in 2024 and I have come back to watching their stuff. Plus, who can't like this adorable little family?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks so much Michael for the comment! Glad to hear we helped for you 2022 trip. Come back to Hawaii soon!

[@michaelwhitt4068]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide We are coming back for three weeks in 2024, one week for each island we want to visit!

[@virtualtour4u85]

that snorkeling was fabulous

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Check out our new maui snorkeling video or the molokini crater video. Such great stuff.

[@wnmech6495]

Headed to Oahu and Maui starting this Friday the13th thru the 20th. Can’t wait it’s been 3 years since we been there

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

finally here! safe travels Richard!

[@scottc4christ]

We're going to the big island in April 2023. We're super excited! Thanks for all of your videos.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for watching! have a great trip to the Big Island.

[@markcummings3146]

Really pleased to have found this channel as an English man who is visiting Hawaii for the first time this June! I've subscribed to the channel🙂

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

I’m glad you found our channel! Thanks for subscribing and enjoy your trip in June!!

[@monicascott4273]

Finally rebooked my trip we cancelled in 2020. Can’t wait to go back. Maui in June can’t wait

[@joshgarcia1951]

Us too! Oahu and Maui mid June

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Book everything now, like the rental car. December was busier than 2021 which may mean another busy summer season!

[@AguaTamz88_27]

same cancelled my april 2020 trip to feb 2023❤

[@ernestjackson6639]

This by far the best video of Hawaii trip video. The other ones I been seeing is really bad. I’m from North Carolina I be going to Hawaii every year due by my sister is stationed in Schofield barracks. Then I finally moved to Hawaii I been living here almost 3 years I live it so far. And yes Waikiki beach be crowded but to me I think mermaid beach has less Crowds

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching and the comment. Congrats on making the move over. The islands aren’t right for most but for some they are just right

[@tracydrury6739]

Byodo-In Temple

[@alicetelford9027]

Located in Kaneohe, on the Windward side of Oahu.

[@elizabethhowe7670]

My whole family enjoyed a luau for the food experience as well as entertainment, presuming a luau with food/entertainment consistent to culture.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for sharing!

[@stargazer5073]

Yes, go to a luau once.

[@kaiwildly3938]

Aloha Guys. Hope you and the family are well. Wife and I and a couple of in-laws are heading to the Big Island for one week and then off to Kaua'i for week two. We've been to Maui twice and love it there. I'm looking forward to this trip to the islands this spring. I heard the big Island has some wonderful things to do. I am an avid snorkeler and my brother in law said he knows some great spots, very exciting for sure. Always look forward to your videos and, once again, you never disappoint. I have my screen safe tan lotion and my Hawai'i Vacation Guide playlist on Spotify, shorts and flips and ready to go. Aloha and Mahalo!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

You are all set with the playlist on Spotify. I just removed the Hawaii Christmas songs so back to the classics. Have fun and enjoy those snorkel spots!

[@Rick-tt6yq]

We are heading to the Big Island in 4 days from Calgary, Canada. This is our big retirement celebration trip that has been deferred for a couple of years due to pandemic. We are there for a whole month in a VRBO and a Turo car rental. Should be a great time and as long as I am not freezing my buns off shovelling snow, I will be a happy camper. The exchange rate is terrible right now so we'll be doing lots of no-cost/low cost things. We enjoyed your video and thank you for posting it. Cheers!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a wonderful trip staying warm on the Big Island! You picked a good island to save on food. Enjoy the local haunts.

[@nicolewin4180]

Moving to hawaii this month via the military and I'm soooooo excited 😊

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

good luck on the move!

[@joelbackemeyer6763]

Aloha,can’t wait be there soon.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

have a great trip!

[@joelbackemeyer6763]

Thank we will !

[@Kjfsparky]

I’m taking my wife and two step daughters in September can’t wait thanks

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

have a wonderful trip with the family!

[@TropicalDestinationsChannel]

No, it was not overwhelming. Love your vlogs. 😎🌴👍

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

I'm glad you can keep up! we like videos to be short and informative. Thanks for the watching!

[@fishonlinecanada]

Awesome information! I hope you keep creating videos and introducing people to the wonderful world of Hawaii. What is the best island for fishing from the shore and snorkeling?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

that's a tough one as we aren't lawai'a. But for snorkeling, Maui is the best. See our Maui video for a taste: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mneWk6dpn6eXeJY

[@fishonlinecanada]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Thank you so much! Stay awesome!

[@schamber1000]

Great video! Glad you’re self promoting! We are doing our usual trip to Maui in May. But I did grab $125 flights to Kauai on Black Friday for March! Then, like you said, I started looking at places to stay! Wow! The prices are crazy and my husband is picky! I ended up going with Hilton Vacation Popui through the Hawaiian Air site. I’ll get lots of Hawaiian points! 😀 i think I’ll get your guide for Kauai because we haven’t been there in probably 20 years! We don’t usually do much but lay by the pool or on the beach but who knows, maybe we’ll do an excursion or hike this time! Mahalo!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

The airfare sucks you in and the accommodations are the shock. Good job finding a good deal on Kauai. Grab our guide and you won't regret it! Kauai is easy to explore from Poipu. Our Kauai Guide 2023 video is coming out soon-ish.

[@Pokemonfan_]

Everything is so beautiful in the video from the waterfall to the beaches and plants my favorite places on earth and most expensive but worth it is very laid back spot and nice folks , it's just before I travel I look up what predators live in the area I like to just know what to look out for I'm a little paranoid 😅 plenty great tips 👍

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching! Hawaii is a safe place! No snakes, no dangerous spiders, and nothing crazy.

[@D.E._Sarcarean]

I've snagged several of the Southwest "flash sales" for the $99 one way fares. Great option if you live near an airport that has Southwest.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We’ll done! We always miss those great deals b

[@fredricmarquez1733]

I’m in Hawaii rn from Jan 9 to 19th hehehe been a blast in Maui

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Enjoy the trip. Stay safe with the big swell

[@davidwarburton8890]

Don't be in a hurry. Whatever doesn't get done; well, you'll just have to go back again!

[@tamarasheue6515]

Great video!! Oh Mamas fish house on Maui is a wonderful experience and the food is so delicious! Shout out to the waiter with a great smile! Ross 😊!! I wish that I can go there when I visit. It’s hard to get reservations.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Book five mo the in advance or try to sit at the bar. That waiter’s smile lit up our lunch.

[@Mommyingthis]

Please do a video on food allergies in Hawaii. My daughter has an egg and nut allergy and I feel like Hawaii would be difficult in finding foods with toddlers with allergies, which has made me hesitant to go. I’ve looked at resorts that have a kitchen so I can try making her meals myself and it’s super expensive in Hawaii… looking at Maui and Oahu.

[@samanthaadams1038]

I'd def add on Maui doing the Maui Humane Society Beach Buddy program. Take a dog out for the day. It's a great experience

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for sharing!!

[@ptaber7588]

Thanks for your good videos! We try to shop local and eat local as well. I have tried finding lists of Hawaiian owned restaurants, shops. Its not easy and grocery stores. I would love that for our Maui trip in February, but I'm sure I am not alone wanting to support local and finding it hard to find a comprehensive list.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Lists are hard as defining local can be tough. Look for the smaller restaurants and shops. No the chains like Duke's (a good restaurant but no longer local). Tour operators are usually all local as they need to be there to run the operation. Hotels and vacation rentals are hardly ever locally owned. Just a few tips.

[@eprohoda]

Supeer~ perfect sharing! take care.The-;)

[@myriamlaprise7674]

Do you have information about camping in your Maui guide? Thank you in advance, I love your content:)

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

I’m afraid we don’t. We have an Olowalu camping video. If you have questions on camping, shoot us an email. Most legal camping is at the state and national parks.

[@tracydrury6739]

What I would come back for would be to hike in the Volcano crater….even if even just a portion of it. I envied those doing so as we watched from above.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

it is very cool, either do red hill or a longer hike on a portion of sliding sands. It is like being on Mars (I assume).

[@ds5651]

Find a way to stay in Hana 2 days. Airbb or Hyatt. Slow down and enjoy.

[@user-kh5fw7hn5q]

Guys! I love your channel! Thank you I’ve already gained so much information… my partner and I are traveling to Hawaii for the first time from New Zealand in May. My partner’s Māori and he would love to experience as much native Hawaiian culture as possible! We are going to do a typical touristy things like visiting the Polynesian cultural center (his grandfather carved the Marae for Aotearoa there) but is there anything else you could recommend we wouldn’t know?? Much appreciated in advance!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching! For cultural experiences, Oahu has a lot of great options. Head to Bishop Museum for Polynesian history, try an outrigger canoe ride as they talk story on Polynesian voyaging, there are free hula shows in Waikiki like at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, and do a walking tour of historic Honolulu. Here is a historic bike tour: thehawaiivacationguide.com/activities/honolulu-history-bike-tour/

[@mrslibra0471]

Hawaii ocean like. Blue waves and a volcano made by the lord Hawaii a long way like that people live there and get in the water ❤

[@bernardhanlon1204]

You’ve got to do the mana kea summit! Awesome sunset views!

[@bernardhanlon1204]

On the Big Island!

[@bethanysworld6789]

I just booked our condo for Maui for May 24. Ha. it felt necessary.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

good idea! check the cancellation policy and book early! thanks for subscribing

[@michellequiroz5899]

We are going for 10 days for our honeymoon in May 2023. We are going to Kauai. Kind of nervous and slowly planning. Got my sunscreen ☺️ Should have watched more videos before booking!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Enjoy the adventure! You can’t go wrong on Kaua’i in May. See our Kaua’i playlist or our website for planning help.

[@michellequiroz5899]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide i am so happy to hear that! Thank you so much!! I will check it out.

[@tognep1]

Mahalo! I purchased the Hawaii Vacation Guide for Oahu & Maui & just got back from Oahu a week ago after about 2 months of planning and also watching your helpful videos! I will be sharing link to your channel coz everyone was amazed at how perfect our 5 days itinerary went😂 They kept asking, “Who’s Jordan & Erica?”😅 Looking forward to using the Maui itinerary this October!🤙🏾❤

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Haha, I’m glad the Oahu trip went well! Thanks for sharing our content. Enjoy maui in October, a great month to visit!

[@tognep1]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide I made a link for you guys in my descriptions! Thanks again!

[@tognep1]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Will be awesome to see your comments. I have gotten so much material I made 5 daily episodes lol

[@charlesreed6524]

Wow this was overwhelming but also eye opening and exciting. My wife graduates with her masters in May 2024. We are both in our forties and have been married over 25 years. Also we are from South GA 😀 you said plan early, but not even sure how to start. What island do you recommend for first timers? It will just be two of us and will probably come mid May. Looking forward to diving more into your website. Thanks!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for asking and congrats on your trip in 2024. check out this video for first timers: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGHahYRnl52nm6c check out our website for a lot more info and sign up for newsletter to get prepared!

[@TaylorLincoln401]

I love on Maui (rev analyst) and work in the luxury vacation rental market for anyone trying to get a good deal right now. May is crazy low prices like the lowest we’ve seen since pre COVID times so just throwing it out there for anyone trying to snag a deal on rentals 😁

[@TheWomensMosaic]

I was planning on going in May…Do you have any links to share?

[@dahheelerboy]

With crazy rental car prices and even worse traffic on Oahu, Da Bus is a fantastic option! You can go to anywhere on the island using da bus and you won't have to worry about your car getting broken into if your planning on doing some great hikes!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for sharing. The Bus is a good option on Oahu. The other islands, it doesn't run as often

[@alohapoppet6107]

I will be there in October staying for a month

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

September and October, our two favorite months to visit. have fun!

[@cammieburek7088]

I love your videos! We are trying to decide on staying on Maui or trying the cruise to hit all the Islands since this is out first time. What is your opinion on the Island cruise?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

we have never done an island cruise. We prefer to have more time on each island to explore and it gives us more flexibility. do what sounds good to you!

[@stephanieschmidt3987]

Went to the Old Lahaina Luau in 2018 and it was totally worth the cost. Went to rebook during my last trip there in November and it has gone up so much in price and is no longer buffet style due to covid

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

And hard to get into still! Yes, luaus are expensive. That's why we like to recommend other cultural activities. Thanks for sharing!

[@kaiwildly3938]

We were at the Old Lahaina Luau in 2018 too; it was awesome and your right, last year we went and we couldn't even get it. It truly is a great Luau but has gotten expensive.

[@barbaramallon4318]

Never been but going in may

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a wonderful trip. You found the right channel

[@barbaramallon4318]

Disney Aulani resort

[@CNsAdventures]

Thank you for yet another amazing video! Question tho: we will be heading to big island in March. We are deciding if we should take the summit tour to Mauna Kea. Is it worth it to go to the summit vs the visitor center (which is free)? What about Mauna Loa? Is it drivable? Are these in the volcanoes National park? Or is it totally separate? Thank you for your time! I wouldn’t wanna ask anybody else ☺️

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

the summit is good for stargazing tour but during the day, you will just be closer to the observatories. Mauna Loa may still be closed due to the eruption but the summit was never a visitor destination, just a hike. Mauna Loa and Kilauea are in the park but Kilauea is what you visit in the park, the main attraction. this might help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZvNdKSkoqqhkJY and see our Big Island playlist

[@angelabailey9156]

My husband, me and our four granddaughters (aged 14 to 25) planning to go to Maui in June 2023. When planning our hotel, I saw several videos of severe erosion near the Kaanapali Beach Hotel where we were planning to stay. Can anyone recommend an area on this island where you can have oceanfront views and accessible beaches. I haven't made reservations anywhere yet, and I know time is winding down quickly. Thank you.

[@tjandthebear]

Hello... looking to spend a few months working remotely in Hawaii. Can you provide recommendations for furnished monthly rental resources beyond the usual (AirBNB, VRBO, etc.)? Been looking mostly at Oahu but open to other islands.

[@alexisnuculaj4632]

Hey Guys, thank you so much for the helpful tips! your videos help tremendously. I have recently visited Oahu and Maui last May and am planning a trip back in April. When we were on Oahu I saw that they had Hui car rental and I was thinking of doing that for my trip In April while on Oahu as it seems like it will be best with parking since we are staying in Waikiki, do you recommend Hui?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We haven’t used them but others we know have and had a good experience. They look like a great option for Waikiki. Another company is also starting to do the same thing but I don’t remember their name.

[@alexisnuculaj4632]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Awesome thank you so much ! I appreciate your response and will definitely look around and try to find the other company for options :)

[@usedconn41]

Hey, do you guys believe in buying through the “packages” options on travel sites like Expedia and Kayak etc ? Or best to find deals on flights and lodgings separately? Family of 4 w/ ages 2 and 9

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

In the past Expedia packages were a good deal but you have to price check them now. Same with Costco packages. People love them but read the fine print and usually flight, hotel, and car is the only cost savings. We book individually as usually the best price and gives us flexibility

[@adamdevries8121]

Aloha ,great videos and fun family .I'm finding your channel very helpful, curious why didn't Napili shores make the list for places to stay on maui on your thehawaiivacationguide website on places to stay? hope to hear back,

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

It will! It made our best value hotels list that we haven’t published. Stayed there twice. We are adding to our where to stay directory daily. Thanks for noticing

[@adamdevries8121]

thanks so much, were trying to find a great spot for our family to stay. we have 2 young daughters age 7 and 11. love snorkeling and hiking and stand up paddle, were trying to find budget friendly place since our Canadian dollar doesn't go far, hehehe. plus don't think napili shores will fit a family of 4 comfortably, but we absolutely love the grounds etc, reminds me of kauai.any tips or suggestions welcomed, thanks again,

[@thibaultroux-spitz7248]

Hi, i come to hawaii for 1 month, (August) what do you recommend, like the hostel, the activités. It's a solo trip, low budget Thank you

[@paulreuter7763]

thanks guys for the helpful videos. planning trip to Oahu in summer of 2023. I going solo. You might want to do a video on how to protect your wallet., car keys ect during time snorkeling . I am thinking waterproof snorkel bag and take with me. I dont see anyone else doing this video. Maybe a general video on car and beach thief protect would be very helpful. thanks again

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching! we share tips in our newsletter and we have a section on keeping your stuff safe at the beach in this article: thehawaiivacationguide.com/what-to-pack-for-hawaii-vacation/ We don't feel like theft is that much of an issue to warrant a video, based on the crime statistics and our experience living on the islands.

[@paulreuter7763]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide thanks for helful reply . have a safe sunny day

[@saikrishnagangavalli8477]

I’ve watched all your videos multiple times in planning my Hawaii trips. We made it a point to visit every April. Flights so far were dirt cheap on south west. Cheapest flight was last April when round trip to Kauai from dal was like $300 unheard off. As far as tips We always stayed at Airbnbs. Helps with more space with two toddlers. They aren’t old enough to enjoy resort pools etc as long there is a pool they are happy. Airbnbs give you beach supplies snorkel gear which always helps. Less stuff for us to carry. I will never book a resort in Hawaii as the beauty is in the nature and the culture that won’t get appreciated in a resort. I know there are folks that enjoy the resort amenities but when in Hawaii we spend most of our times outside and just need a place to take naps, crash ,cook breakfast (that will save $100 each day) and free parking space. Look for deals online or Groupon some tours like the mantaray snorkel offer 40-50% off most of the time. Rental cars even during shoulder season can be pricy sometimes they cost the same as daily airbnb rate 😂 We usually stick to food trucks they are awesome in all the Hawaiian islands. Best way to to help support the locals. We don’t really hit up Costco as much now as there are other grocery stores also and don’t need as much bulk stuff that went to waste. If you are traveling this far to Hawaii make it a point to spend atleast 7 full days on each island. Don’t try to cram two islands for a week long trip. Especially with kids Driving around the bigsland is a lot so we split our trip Up into two airbnbs else kids will be stuck on car seats for a lot of time.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for taking the time to write up those tips! and for watching all our videos!

[@justairexperts4121]

Have you done any videos on star gazing on any island? We saw so many stars while waiting for sunrise on Heleakala.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Afraid not, I need to learn to photograph at night to make it interesting. We list a stargazing tour on the Big Island but yes, all over the islands! thehawaiivacationguide.com/activities/best-stargazing-tour-big-island-hawaii/

[@michaelkuo3825]

I wonder if you are able to do everything without buying a tour? like if I want to visit the volcano in big island can I just drive up and hike by myself😃? I love your video by the way! I have been researching information for Hawaii and your website is so helpful ☀

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Yes, you can visit Volcanoes National Park and Haleakala National Park without a guide. The parks have apps to help show you around too.

[@karic6347]

Where else can you find Dole Whip if you don't want to go to the Plantation? Vacationing in April, bought the Guide but couldn't find any answer. Thanks for all your tips/help :)

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Dole Whip is sold all over now, not just the plantation. Lawson Station is a popular chain (like ABC) and they have. ABC has it too sometimes.

[@Jimzilla7]

Skydiving on Oahu in the North Shore with Pacific Skydiving team was amazing and a wonderful lifetime experience to free fall and see the entirely island in the sky 16,000 feet with breath taking views and epic feeling!

[@alicetelford9027]

I used to watch the skydives from my hammock over my Mokuleia home!

[@Tylerbolen]

notification gang

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

you're the best.

[@jasonsmith5609]

4:06 have a trip planned for Oahu in Mid March, please give me any positive feedback on the weather and overall conditions of that island around that time ? I greatly appreciate it because this will be the first vacation for me and my new fiancé so I want it to be as great as possible as she is strongly more of a warmer weather fan, thanks and love the channel ❤️🤙🏻

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Check out this article for a lot of data on clouds, crowds, and costs for March.