Planning our first trip to Oah'u this October. Hope it's just as beautiful.

Where do you recommend to stay in Honolulu? It will be 3 families together. 7 adults and 6 children together. We’re going in mid August and where I’ve looked it’s all booked so now I’m at a lost on where to look at. We usually do Airbnb when we travel but I’ve seen that’s not recommended.

1st timers - my husband and I. We are doing Maui for 5 nights and Kauai 4 nights. Really struggling with a resort in Kauai.

Really tempted to do 1 Hotel on the north side but some reviews say the service and staff is not worth the price. We were debating on doing 2 nights there and going to the south shore, but now I’m questioning if it is worth it. I assume we are paying for the views. We will forsure go see it for maybe dinner and drinks, but is it a must stay?

For the other hotel for either the other part of the trip or the whole time in Kauai, we are between koa Kea, Sheraton at Poipu, and Koloa landing (but worried about this one bc not on the beach).

Any advice is appreciated regarding the above or general recs or ideas!

Thank you!!

We recently stayed at Kapalua Bay Villas on Maui and loved the vibe there. Would like to visit Big Island or Kauai next. Wondering if anyone has recommendations for places with a similar vibe. We loved being oceanside with the huge ironwood cliffs, the easy beach access, and the access to walking trails, in particular. Thanks for any recommendations!

My wife and I are now starting day 3 of 10 on our honeymoon in Kauai. Yesterday, we drove around and went up the sleeping giant trail (east trail).

We have a surfing lesson this morning, garden tour Thursday, doors off helicopter tour and zipline activity next week.

I checked reservations for the Ha’ena state park and had no luck getting any kind of reservation (shuttle or parking) they aren’t available until after we are back home.

Any other hiking recommendations or things to do in the meantime that are must sees? We’ll be staying in Princeville another 4 days and will be in Poipu the last 4 days. Driving is no big deal for us, as it’s easy and fun and not too time consuming! 29M and 27F and in good physical shape overall.

Any experience or thoughts on Hotel Malia? I am considering a five night solo stay in October, but a little nervous because it seems too good to be true at $156/night with resort fee waived. I usually stay at Hilton Garden Inn or Hilton Waikiki Beach on points but not doing a point stay this time. My must haves are a lanai and a decent room to hang out in during the evening, plus a room that is adequate for a couple of Zoom calls. Other than that, I just want it to be easy to get to on the bus and an easy walk to the beach. Plane tickets are high right now so trying to save money on the room.

Hi all,

We are taking a cruise in October. I decided to book a rental for our stop in Hilo to drive to the Volcano National Park. I’m stuck on what to do in Kahului. I was reading tripadvisor reviews and the reviews were saying that there was nothing to do there and to stay on the ship. Would love to get everyone’s opinion on: what is there to do for the day, should we stay on ship?, should we rent a vehicle? And if so, where to go? For reference, we are in our 30s and love beach days and rainforests.

Hi everyone! My husband and I are visiting Oʻahu for the very first time from September 5–13 and are considering staying at the ʻAlohilani Resort in Waikīkī.

Since the hotel charges around $60 after taxes per night for parking, we’re trying to figure out how many days we realistically need a rental car.
There is a Sixt location at the hotel, so we are thinking of renting only on the days we plan to explore outside Waikīkī. Would love to hear your pickup / drop off experiences!

We’d also like to rent a Jeep for one day for the experience. What route would you recommend for that day to make the most of it? We’re interested in scenic drives, beaches, local food, the North Shore.

Would 3 driving days out of our 9 day trip be enough for a car or should we increase our car days?

Thanks!

We are going back to Oahu the end of October. When we were there last we went to Germaine's, we were going to do Mauka Warriors this trip, but im extra so it will be nearly $500. Are there any suggestions for a Luau alternator a Thursday night?

I've been looking for a 6 day trip in January, and while outrigger waikiki beach is a little more expensive ($5-600 total difference) and they seem similar, I also saw that they have renovations that are projected to be done by end of 2026, which could be really nice. Does anyone know if that would be done by the time I visit or if that's worthwhile to pursue before it's done? Or should I go with the safer option of the Reef.

Thanks all, any thoughts or other recs outside of these two are greatly appreciated!

Hi! I posted a while back about my honeymoon itinerary, & just wanted to follow up specifically about our Road to Hana day. I would love some feedback on this itinerary!

Are my time estimates accurate based on start time/route/traffic? Any must stops or anything I should cut? Thanks in advance!

5:30 am - grab & go breakfast at Westin Resort & Spa in Kaanapali when it first opens

5:45 am - leave resort

6:45 am - Paia for gas, begin RTH with Shaka Guide (already have a dedicated north shore/paia day elsewhere)

7 am - Twin Falls

8:30 am - Keanae Peninsula

9 am - Aunty Sandy’s banana bread

9:45 am - Upper Waikani falls drive by

10:15 am - Puaa Kaa State Wayside

11 am - lunch at Hana Farms

12:30-3 pm - Waianapanapa State Park (want to maximize time here)

3:15 pm - Hana food trucks if hungry/gas in Hana, or straight to Coconut Glen’s

4:15 pm - Coconut Glen’s/head back

If not too tired on way home, could stop at Honomanu Bay overlook or rainbow eucalyptus trees, otherwise skip

Room service dinner/chill at resort

Visiting Oahu soon, does anyone know what days and time the Hawaiian Royal Honor Guard performs at the Hilton Waikoloa Village?

Hey! We're visiting O'ahu and Kaua'i near end of August, so I've been just looking up various things to do as well as some island history. One thing that caught my eye was spearfishers seem to covet kumu, but it also looks like it's not commercially sold anywhere. Is it possible for a tourist to taste this legendary Hawaii fish?

Hi everyone!

I’m planning a 6 night trip to Hawaii in August for my girlfriend’s birthday and we’re trying to decide between Maui and Oahu.

My girlfriend lived on Oahu for a couple of years, so she’s already familiar with the island, but we’ve never experienced Maui together. We’re looking for a mix of beautiful beaches, shopping, exploring, great food, and relaxing at a nice resort. We enjoy getting out and doing things during the day, but we also want time to slow down and enjoy the hotel and beach.

For those who’ve been to both:
Would you choose Maui or Oahu for a special birthday trip?

Does Maui have enough to do for 6 nights, or does it feel too quiet?

Since she already knows Oahu, would you pick Maui for a new experience or still go back to Oahu?

Would love to hear your opinions and experiences. Thanks!

On Kauai, princeville area for one more day, my brother and I love big spiders, we have a car so can drive. We saw some golden orb weavers at ke’e but can’t go back tmrw, haven’t seen any cane spiders either. Would love some locations that ppl know some big spiders reside!!

We will be at the Mauna Lani in a few months, and would love to do the Sunrise Canoe Paddle with our 12 and 9 yr olds.

Does anyone have experience with taking kids on this? Is it challenging and too difficult for kids to paddle? Or did they find it to be very fun? Both kids both know how to swim, but have very little experience swimming in the ocean.

Thanks!

Flying to Kauai for a week in September and need recommendations on where to stay!

Currently checking out these, any advice or tips:
- Kauai Shores
- Hanalei Bay
- Aston Islander
- Sealodge at Princeville
- Kiahuna Plantation
- other???

Leaning towards Kauai Shores at the moment

Budget is max $4500 for lodging, but the more we save the more fun things we can try and experience - thanks in advance

I've been told that if you work remote in Hawaii you are subject to pay Hawaii state taxes in addition to your own. Hawaii is on of the only, if not the only state, that does not have a de minis rule on this. I'm an exempt, salaried employee in an administrative role, working primarily PST, I was hoping to be able to work & play lol without eating up PTO if I didn't have to.

I want to visit each island. Anyone have a good travel agent to help with this??

Planning a short Hawaii trip and I’m trying to pack light. Should I buy one good lightweight Hawaiian/button-up shirt or take two different shirts for the trip?

I want something comfortable for beaches, exploring, and casual dinners but do not want to overpack.

What would you recommend?