First-time visitors often overlook fees, taxes, and everyday costs that quickly pile up. From mandatory resort charges to surprise parking rates and even the cost of sunscreen, Hawaii has a way of nickel-and-diming travelers if they’re not prepared. Here’s what you need to know to avoid sticker shock when your credit card bill arrives after…

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When people visit Oʻahu and stay in Waikiki, most just look for whatever’s nearby and end up at chain spots or hotel restaurants. They’re everywhere—and they’re often overpriced. What’s more, many visitors assume that anything affordable or truly local is far away. But Waikiki is just three miles long. You don’t need to leave the…

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For over two decades, I’ve worked in the heart of Hawaii’s tourism industry, not from a boardroom or behind a podium, but face-to-face with the people who come here and the community that calls this place home. And after 23 years of building custom Hawaii vacations with a team of only local travel advisors, I’m…

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Today I’m talking about mistakes people make when planning Hawaii Vacations. And why you should think twice before doing this all online. Through my years of experience, I’ve learned that travelers naturally come from distinct travel types. Here’s how I carefully tune into their preferences to create memorable, personalized vacations rather than standard one-click Hawaii vacations. …

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If you’ve been to Hawaii recently, you might’ve noticed something surprising. Despite their rising popularity, the islands are not seeing many new hotel constructions. So what gives? Today, we’ll dive into why you’re not seeing more new hotels In Hawaii. The market demonstrates strong demand through high occupancy rates during peak seasons and stable room rates. Building…

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I haven’t been to Kauai since they started the new shuttle service so I wanted to see first hand how getting around Kauai works using the service up on the North side of the island. . I became interested in testing out the new shuttle system, which was introduced to handle the growing number of…

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In today’s podcast, I’m taking a deep dive into the truth about 5 Star Hotels in Hawaii hotels in Hawaii and giving you my personal take on the realities of spending big bucks on your next Hawaii vacation. This episode will help you anticipate which resorts to choose and how to maximize your luxury Hawaiian…

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Humpbacks start appearing as early as mid-fall, but daily sightings don’t happen until mid-December. We’re practically in the middle of the season so I thought I’d do a podcast about when is whale watching season in Hawaii. The optimal whale watching period in Hawaii extends from mid-February to March when the whales display their most…

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Aloha and welcome to another episode of the Hawaii Vacation Connection! I’m Bruce Fisher—though many know me as Aloha Bruce—and I’m thrilled you’re tuning in today. In this episode, we dive into one of the most frequently asked questions: When is the best time to visit Hawaii? A Perspective Born of Experience After 23 years…

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Aloha and welcome, everyone! Thank you for joining me today as we explore how to make the most of a romantic getaway in Hawaii. On this podcast we’ll dive into some must-see romantic Hawaiian destinations, discuss practical couples travel tips, and explore the endless possibilities for a honeymoon in Hawaii, an unforgettable Hawaii anniversary trip,…

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