Activity Tips

  Often called “The Grand Canyon of the Pacific,” Waimea Canyon on the island of Kauai is one of Hawaii’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Stretching approximately 14 miles long, one mile wide, and over 3,600 feet deep, it is a living canvas of crimson cliffs, emerald valleys, and tumbling waterfalls. The word Waimea means “reddish…

  One of the most common questions for visitors to Oʻahu is: Do I need to rent a car? While having your own wheels offers flexibility, it’s not a requirement to enjoy the best of the island. With guided tours, hotel shuttles, and walkable neighborhoods like Waikiki, you can explore stress-free. No parking hassles, no…

  Dreaming of a trip to Hawaiʻi but not sure where to start? You’re not alone. With multiple islands, countless tours, and a seemingly endless list of must-see attractions, planning your first Hawaiian vacation can feel overwhelming. The good news is that with the right guidance—and a few insider tips—you can craft a trip that…

Whether you’re celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, or simply carving out time together, Maui sets the perfect stage for romance. Known as the Valley Isle, Maui blends lush landscapes, stunning coastlines, and unforgettable activities that make every moment feel extraordinary. With the right tours and thoughtful planning, you can elevate your getaway from memorable to magical….

  Hawaiʻi may be famous for its sunny beaches and daytime adventures, but the islands truly come alive after dark. Whether it’s feasting at a traditional luau, cruising into the sunset, or gazing into the infinite night sky, evening activities in Hawaiʻi transform an already magical trip into something unforgettable. This guide highlights the best…

For travelers who crave volcanoes, waterfalls, and cosmic views, Hawaiʻi’s Big Island delivers a rare chance to see both Earth and sky in unforgettable ways. Larger than all the other Hawaiian Islands combined, the Big Island is a land of contrasts: fiery volcanoes, lush rainforests, coffee-covered hillsides, and the clearest night skies you’ll ever witness….

Planning a trip to Oʻahu that keeps both parents and keiki (children) happy can feel like a balancing act. Fortunately, the island offers a wealth of experiences that combine education, adventure, and relaxation all in one destination. From aquariums and zoos to snorkeling lagoons and cultural villages, this three-day guide ensures fun for the whole…

When most people think of Hawaii, they imagine turquoise waters, swaying palm trees, and endless beaches. But beyond the postcard-perfect views lies a deeper, richer experience: one rooted in culture, tradition, and storytelling. If you’re looking to go beyond the beach, Hawaii offers a wealth of opportunities to connect with its vibrant heritage through authentic…

  Whether you’re traveling with toddlers, teens, grandparents, or a mix of all ages, Hawaii offers a wide range of experiences that delight both kids and adults. From soft-sand beaches and cultural shows to nature adventures and educational encounters, there’s no shortage of ways to keep the whole family engaged and make memories that will…

If your idea of a perfect vacation includes heart-pounding thrills and unforgettable outdoor experiences, Hawaii delivers in every way. Across the islands, you’ll find a variety of high-energy activities set against some of the world’s most stunning natural backdrops. From soaring above treetops to carving waves at iconic beaches, these adventures are designed to get…

  Eco-Conscious Travel Tips + Companies Making a Difference Hawaii is a paradise unlike any other: towering waterfalls, lush jungles, and vibrant coral reefs teeming with life. But this beauty is fragile. As travelers, we have the power to help preserve Hawaii’s environment through the choices we make. Thankfully, many tour operators across the islands…

Experience hidden waterfalls, steep sea cliffs, and volcanic landscapes only accessible by air. When you think of a trip to Hawaii, you probably picture beaches, surf, and volcanoes. But some of the most unforgettable sights in the islands aren’t visible from the ground at all. They’re tucked deep in valleys, behind mountain ridges, or within…

  If you haven’t been to Hawaii before, the first time you come to the islands it won’t be long before you realise that only Hawaii could be home to surfing, thanks to one of the islands sporting legends, Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku, or Duke as he was more commonly known (we wonder…

  Between December and April each year, Hawaii is rewarded with the sight of thousands of humpback whales that migrate to the islands’ warmer waters to breed. If you have a bucket list and this isn’t on it, then put the West Oahu Whale Watch Cruise on it straight away, then call us to book…

  When you’re visiting the Big Island of Hawaii on a cruise ship, there is only one slight problem, and that is you can be almost too far to the fabulous and beautiful countryside and dominant volcanoes. You just can’t get a full appreciation of the stunning surroundings. However, from the shore, everything changes, and…

  When you begin your vacation on the biggest island in the Hawaiian archipelago, commonly known as “Big Island”, it is all too easy to be distracted by the two predominant eye-catching features. First, there is the sparkling blue waters of the far-reaching Pacific Ocean which surround the Big Island. There is so much to…

  Actually, we don’t mean to disappoint you, but there is a better way to enjoy a Hawai’ian sunset, and that’s aboard the triple-deck Calypso Catamaran while eating a fabulous meal with a few drinks to help wash it down. It has to be the ultimate dinner experience.   The Maui dinner cruise sets out…

  Haleakalā (“House of the Sun”), also known as East Maui Volcano is a massive shield volcano which makes up approximately 75% of the Hawai’ian Island of Maui. The volcano also rises up to an altitude of around 10,023 feet (3,055m)   A guided Haleakalā bike tour is nowhere near as daunting as it sounds…

  The Hawai’ian Islands are steeped in history and there’s no better place to immerse yourself in the Islands’ historic past than on Oahu and, specifically, travelling round Waikiki courtesy of Waikiki Trolley.   If you ask anyone what the best way to get around not just Waikiki but most of Oahu is, then chances…

  In traditional Hawaiian, the correct spelling for a luau is lūʻau, and for centuries it has been a traditional party or feast, usually accompanied by entertainment. The lūʻau can specifically be dated back to 1819 and is not, as many assume, a part of (very) ancient Polynesian culture.   You can thank King Kamehameha…

Who can resist a bit of culture when there’s entertainment included in a stunning outdoor setting? The history and culture of the Hawaiian Islands are unique, and it is perhaps for this reason that the Islands are such a popular vacation destination whether you are coming from the U.S., Europe, or Japan. So, if you…

Q: What do you get when you cross Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley with Hawaii? A: Rock-A-Hula! Who doesn’t love a good show? There’s something very special about live entertainment, which is perhaps why it is always so popular on cruise ships. While here in Oahu you may also share the fact with a cruise…

  You might as well look at Kualoa Ranch on Oahu as your chance to behave like a kid in a candy store. There’s just so much to choose from! However, we would never say you were spoiled for choice but more blessed with it. And why? Well, if you have come to Hawaii as…

  With Hawai’i being one of the states of the United States of America, it is easy to lose sight of the fact that the islands are the northernmost part of the group of over 1,000 islands scattered across the central and southern Pacific Ocean known as Polynesia, a subregion of Oceania.   Learn loads,…

  With so much to see and do in and around Waikiki, it is no surprise that Waikiki Trolley has become the best and most convenient way to get around and visit all the best ‘hot spots’. Up until recently there have been three routes covered by Waikiki Trolley: The Red Line which focuses on…

  You can’t miss it if you come to Oahu: The impressive and imposing Diamond Head Crater. However, as it has a 5,520-foot diameter, when you multiply the diameter by  (if you remember your math from high school), you can work out that the circular crater has a 1.73 km circumference. This should give you…

One of the problems with some tours is that they focus on only one thing, and if you are a family with different interests, then it can be a challenge to find a tour that has a little bit of something for everyone. Well, maybe we have a solution for you with what we call…

  Let’s face it, none of the Hawai’ian Islands are exactly flat, and especially Maui. So, to explore any parts of the island above sea level, you either need to be super-fit or have a vehicle. However, the islands of Hawai’i are also covered with lush undergrowth interwoven with rainforests, so your average sedan or…

  It’s hard to hide the fact that Hawai’i’s origins are volcanic. Everywhere you look there’s a volcano. And that’s the problem. You tend to be looking up at the results of volcanic activity, not at it. This is not helped by the fact the island is covered in rich, tropical vegetation and an abundance…

According to the Travel Channel, going on a night-time swim with manta rays is “one of the top-ten things to do in your lifetime”. That is a pretty weighty comment to make when you consider everything that is on offer. But you know what, we think you’ll find that the Travel Channel is absolutely right,…

  There are so many stunning views of the Hawaiian islands, but other than those which involve the sea, there is a problem. Because the islands are volcanic and volcanoes resemble mountains with their peaks chopped off, the views on the islands only reach so far. In addition, if you are driving round the islands,…

  The island of Hawai’i, also known as Big Island, is the largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago and is both stunning to explore, while having a fascinating historical backdrop – the perfect ingredients for a holiday tour of Hawai’i.   A great way to spend a day on Big Island The Historic Kona and…

  Hawai’i is famous for so much – it’s fiery volcanic history, breath-taking scenery, stunningly beautiful coastline, crystal clear waters, pineapples and yes, Pearl Harbor. It is hard to imagine that it is now over 80 years since one of the most dramatic events of the history of World War II occurred, an event that…

  If you’ve ever watched a film where the main location is onboard a submarine, but you have never been onboard one yourself, chances are you will have failed to appreciate just how cramped life for the crew of submariners is. More than that, because space is at a premium, luxury and comfort are two…

  Before we tell you more about this exciting trip, we just want to let you know that there isn’t a typo or misprint in the heading of this post. Yes, there really is such a thing as snuba diving, even though spellcheck doesn’t like the word either! You see scuba, originally SCUBA is an…

  This may or may not be your first trip to the volcanic island of Maui, but chances are that when it comes to choosing the best places to visit, it could be a bit of a ‘hit and miss’ affair, and if you are only on the island for a limited period of time,…

Any trip to Hawai’i means you will be faced with an amazing array of memorable trips and tours to all parts of the islands, and the beautiful, crystal-clear waters that surround them. So, doesn’t it make perfect sense to choose a tour that combines many of the most popular holiday pastimes? A Kaneohe Bay watersports…

  Do you love horses, like trees, and enjoy connecting with nature? If you come to Hawaii whether on a long vacation or just for a quick break, you want to be guaranteed memorable experiences. Where these volcanic islands are concerned, there is a wealth of unique experiences available from your hotel’s doorstep, and we…

  Maui is pretty unique in that it is an island which it is rich in terms of its geology, geography, botany and biology, and also zoology. One of the problems when on Maui is that there is just so much to take in, to understand about its fascinating ecosystem and to learn about the…

  The beautiful, sun filled sky of Hawai’i will bring the lights, doubtless your smartphone has a digital camera so you will have the same opportunity as cameramen in the past will have had to capture the backdrop of some of the islands’ most stunning scenery. Your tour guide, of course, will be responsible for…

  On virtually every list of things you associate with Hawai’i, within the top five items surfing will always appear (along with pineapples!) With an abundance of sandy beaches and irresistible crystal-clear water everywhere, it is not surprising that so many visitors to the island (as well as the oh-so-lucky residents of course) are drawn…

  Most of you will have heard the expression “It’s like being a kid in a candy store” when faced with an array of options, each of which looks equally as enticing. Welcome to Hawai’i’s version of that candy store, Kualoa Ranch! So where do we begin when we tell you about what’s on offer…

  What sort of holiday experience ticks all your boxes? Do you like to challenge yourself to do something new and something which takes you out of your comfort zone? Do you like a bit of an adrenaline rush, something to really make you feel alive? For many of you, we bet that the thought…

  We all take what’s up in the sky for granted. In the daytime there’s the sun and at night, there’s the moon and the stars, with the occasional combination of the two and a rare eclipse thrown into the mix just for something a bit different. Of course, while we can all usually see…

Islands have a unique attraction, and the Hawaiian Islands are no exception. When you are on the island, you can easily explore the terrain, yet there is always the lure of the sea, almost like an itch you just have to scratch. There is something quite magical when you feel the sand between your toes…

  Getting up especially early in the morning is usually associated with a major event taking place later in the day. Memories of Christmas when you were a child, setting off for the airport when jetting off on holiday, or simply because you couldn’t sleep the night before your wedding. Well, now you can add…

They say that if you go round in circles, it means you are getting nowhere and achieving nothing. Here on Oahu, we totally disagree with that! On the contrary, if you do go round in circles here, then you are definitely going somewhere and most certainly achieving a great deal. If you go round in…

Halemaumau Crater will bring some genuine excitement to your social media pages! Of the five principal volcanoes which make up the main island of Hawai’i, only two remain active – Mauna Loa which is partly within the Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, and Kīlauea which is entirely within the Park. On Wednesday September 29, Kīlauea’s Helemaumau…

Mention Pearl Harbor and it is impossible not to think of one of the most defining events of the Second World War. But do you really know why? Do you know the full story, or are you simply aware that Pearl Harbor is the place where the U.S. Navy suffered a devastating surprise attack which…

  Love eco-tours? Then you need to see the exciting eco-tours offered on the Big Island. These eco-tours are designed to exhilarate the mind and soul. It will be an adventure you’ll remember for years to come. What is an Eco-Tour? But first – what exactly is an eco-tour? Simply put, an eco-tour is essentially…

  Kona is one of the most popular towns located on the Big Island’s west side, also known as the Kona side. And although its official name is Kailua-Kona, it’s known simply as “Kona” to locals – not to be confused with Kailua, another popular town on the island of Oahu.   Kona started as…

  If you’re heading out on a Hawaiian vacation, you don’t want to miss the Big Island. Also known as the Island of Hawaii, this area is home to two active volcanoes – Kilauea and Mauna Loa. The Big Island is by far the biggest island in the Hawaiian Archipelago, hence the name.   But…

  Typical visitor experiences are great if you want to check out the natural aspects of Maui, but to take your journey to new depths and capture the lifestyle of the island, the best thing to do is visit the towns. Each town has its own unique contribution to the overall magical experience of Maui…

  Along with a visit to Haleakala National Park, a tour covering the road to Hana is perhaps one of the most popular land activities in Maui. Saying that there’s a lot to see and do is basically an understatement; between sleepy towns, majestic waterfalls, and picturesque beaches, you’ll definitely need a day to fully…

To a lot of people, Maui is an enchanting place. Some even consider it as Oahu’s antithesis: Waikiki is all about fast-paced (or as fast-paced as Hawaii goes) excitement and experiences, but Maui is all about being laid back and taking time. And while the island is considerably smaller than Oahu, there is actually quite…

  Picture this: You’re in Waikiki Beach, laying on your beach towel soaking in the sun and scenery. There’s a light breeze that’s making the palm trees lazily sway to and fro, and the pleasant sound of small waves crashing on sand blends perfectly with the sound of Hawaiian music from a beach bar nearby….

Getting from point A to point B is part of daily living, and it’s certainly a part of any vacation. From getting to your hotel to the airport to enjoying every day of your stay, you’ll need some form of transportation to fully experience everything that Oahu has to offer. And while renting a car…

Let’s cut to the chase: There’s a lot of Hawaii activities that are definitely worth the money and provide value-added perks. These activities are worth the price of admission because they’re memorable, unique and in more ways than one, really fun. Just take a look at some of our offerings, from luaus to ATV rides…

  A memorable Hawaii vacation isn’t complete if food isn’t a conversation topic. It has to be, especially when you think about the fact that Hawaii’s cuisine—modern Hawaiian cuisine—is a rich mixture of Asian, Polynesian and continental influences, all leaving their mark on the island at some point in the past and continues to do…

Hey, congrats! You’ve finally taken that Hawaii vacation that you had to put off because of Covid. You’re in Waikiki soaking up the sun and just thankful that the quarantine days are over. Yes, there’s a lot to see and do while you’re here, but one MUST-DO activity that should be on your list is…