Each of the Aloha State's seven inhabited islands offers something a little bit different, from big-city vibe of Honolulu/Waikiki on Oahu to the rustic back country of Molokai and Lanai. Agritourism and Hawaiian cultural tourism are also on the rise.


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14 of the top tours on Maui

    Whether you want to catch the glimpse of awe-inspiring sunrise at Haleakala National Park; take to the water on a whale-watching adventure; snorkel around Molokini; or taste some of the Hawaiian Islands' best pineapples, there's is a tour in this list that fits well with your interests. Analyzing both expert opinion and traveller sentiment, we've determined more than a dozen of the best, which all feature trained veteran guides keen to share their insights about the Valley Isle’s…

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Oahu links cited in '8 Top Golf Destinations for Families'

   Ko Olina Golf Club If dad (and/or mom) want to combine a family vacation with some great golfing, there are a few destinations which offer both top-notch links and a wide menu of other attractions that will appeal to the kids. So everybody's happy - after all, shouldn't that be the whole point of traveling as a family? Here among hundreds of choices across the world I offer you eight of my favorites where family travel dovetails nicely with golf travel - see if you agree, and if you think…

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Oahu's Haiku Stairs to be removed

kalenemsley Well, it turns out that so many people were ignoring the prohibition on climbing these 4,000-step stairs in the Ko’olau mountain range that the Honolulu city council finally has just a couple of weeks ago voted to remove them. Get the details at https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/sep/22/hawaii-stairway-to-heaven-trail-remove?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

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  • I adore Hawaii! But I'm an imperfect traveler--that is, I've got hidden disabilities that make traveling a challenge at times. Here are my first two blog posts about my recent trip to Oahu and Kauai:
    Hawaii With Pain, Part 1: Getting There and Staying There
    Hawaii With Pain, Part 2: Playing in the Water
  • Just saying hello, or rather, aloha. Recently joined Tripatini, but I've written a Hawaii guidebook, was the Hawaii blogger for World Hum, and now have my own Hawaii blog at Holoholo Wale. Also, I'm an enthusiastic but mediocre ukulele player. Nice to "meet" you all.
  • New on the Tripatini blog: destinations that especially showcase the traditional Hawaiian sacr....
  • Please CLICK HERE to help a Tripatini member seeking info on a wedding / honeymoon in Hawaii.
  • We were in Honolulu on the unfortunate day when Linda Lingle vetoed the bill. It is important to note that she is a lame duck, and according to the Hawaii news media, has other political aspirations within the Republican party.
    Hawaii is most welcoming to the gay and lesbian community, as we experienced again on our ten day trip to Honolulu and Kauai. Boycotting Hawaii would serve no purpose other than futher damaging the all ready fragile tourism industry there.
    IGLTA also has not endorsed the boycott.
  • As a damage-control maven, I'm following the uproar over Hawaii's governor, who has vetoed a civil unions bill. Will Hawaii be the next place on the boycott list? If so, would the boycott be effective?
  • Hi.
  • All ready one of the best vacation values this summer, some airlines and hoteliers are allowing travel at Falll rates begining in Mid August. We're findling some nice deals for our clients.
  • A Tripatini member is looking for tips on an upcoming trip to Kauai. Please click here to help.
  • Holy Don Ho, say it ain't so -- not Hawaii, too!

    Hawaii may add gambling to its natural beauty
    Mark Niesse, Associated Press

    HONOLULU (AP) -- Hawaii has always been known for its sun, sand and surf. It may soon add another attraction: slots.

    Hawaii is one of the last two states with no legalized gambling, but lawmakers facing billion-dollar budget deficits and hunting for ways increase revenue are thinking about allowing casinos in tourist-filled Waikiki or on Native Hawaiian lands.

    Proponents say casinos would draw much-needed new money and jobs into the long-troubled, tourism-dependent economy.

    Tourists from the mainland would skip Las Vegas to sun on pristine beaches and take a turn at the roulette tables. Coveted high-rollers from Asia could avoid the long trans-Pacific flight, shortening their trip to the slots while also checking out the hula dancing.

    Entire piece: http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_GAMBLING_IN_PARADISE?SITE...
    http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_GAMBLING_IN_PARADISE?SITE=ILEDW&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEF…
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