Hawaii

Pros: Good family fun that is affordable
Cons: No cons to these!

Although Hawaii is no longer the remote island paradise it once was, it still is my favorite vacation destination with so much to offer: beautiful beaches, lush tropical forests, loads of outdoor activities including the ever-popular snorkeling and ...

Pros: A magnificent state and you can go on a budget.
Cons: It will be expensive if you aren't careful.

This review of Hawai’i, hopefully, will be one that you will find useful. It will be in two parts. The first part addresses general ways to save money and the second part addresses specific ways. I am not reviewing any place at which we saved money,...

Pros: scenery, snorkeling, beef
Cons: humidity, wind, overbuilding, drivers

As in writing about another intensely popular destination, Ne w Orleans, my celebration of Hawai'i (the island, not the state) is accompanied by recording some frustrations. The somewhat negative emphasis is, probably, ...

Pros: Beautiful scenery, clear water, varied activities. It's Hawaii!
Cons: It takes a while to get there and the food is pretty expensive.

The islands of Hawaii offer many wonderful and varied experiences. Choosing which islands to visit and determining how much time to allow for each is critical in maximizing your vacation enjoyment. The islands are quite different, so carefully ...

Pros: Beauty, shopping, nearby snorkeling
Cons: Too far away from Seattle

Even though Kona doesn't have the pure, unspoiled beauty of other parts of the island, this is by far my favorite place on the Big Island. Even though I love the country and love getting away from 'it all', I guess there is enough of the city girl in me...

Pros: Great for kids
Cons: Expensive

Sea Life Park is a fun place to go if you have your kids with you in Hawaii. It's on the Southeastern tip of the island of Oahu, about a 30 minute drive from Waikiki.

After you've paid your admittance price of about $25 per adult and $12 for...

Pros: pretty, easy, free except for rental charges, available on every island
Cons: none

Snorkeling is one of the most popular activities in Hawaii - for good reason. A lot of people may not understand this if they've tried it before in less .... "appealing" underwater playgrounds but let me entice you to try it here. And yes, I...

Pros: pretty, unigue, light, cool
Cons: can be blindingly loud in the shopping bags of the inexperienced

Ok, ask yourself one question. "Do I want to look like a tourist, or do I want to look like a local on my next trip to the islands?" If the answer was "look like a tourist", then don't read this, I'm sure you'll do fine. If the...

Pros: plenty of non-outdoor activities to do
Cons: you can't turn off the sun

I hate the sand, I'm allergic to the sun and scared of the ocean, what is there in Hawaii for me to do?

Nothing! ... just kidding - even if you don't want to set one foot on the beach, one toe in the ocean or expose one inch of skin to the...

Pros: The Maui Ocean Center has the wonderful sea life of the islands
Cons: None.

The Maui Ocean Center is a wonderful attraction to visit in Maui to experience the beauty of the Hawaiian seas. There are numerous examples of beautiful creatures of the sea, hands on experiences for spectators, and a tremendous 270 degree clear...

Pros: open, beautiful, unique, green, colorful,
Cons: Not much beach access, very country - restaurants and guided tours are few

The Hamakua Coast goes from Hilo to Waipio Valley on Hwy 19 - total driving time is about 50 minutes, if you don't stop and do anything - and could take a day if you do everything. There is a lot of stuff to see along the way - plus the most incredible...

Pros: beautiful scenery, pick of locations, easy wedding process
Cons: if you are not in the islands you will need to trust someone else to work out the details

Want to get married in Hawaii? It's easier and cheaper than you think. My husband and I got married at a beach park for $680 total 4 years ago and last year my husband's brother got married at the Kona Surf Hotel's ocean front gardens for less than...

Pros: many islands, many activities, lots to do,
Cons: none

So what is there really to do in Hawaii? I'm glad you asked!! You will find more fun, exciting, relaxing, invigorating, and awe-inspiring sights, sounds, events and activities here than in most other visitor destinations. What makes Hawaii so unique...

Pros: Once in a lifetime experience, a beautiful Hawaiian Sunset
Cons: Getting wet

Winter is a very special place in Maui! During the months of December through April, the Kohola (humpback whales) return to Hawaii. The return of the Kohola is greatly anticipated by both native Hawaiians and the many visitors who come to the beautiful...

Pros: It's beauty lies in its stark power.
Cons: Not for everyone.

At the north end of the district of Kona, the village, bay, and development area of `Anaeho`omalu (ah-NAH-eh-hoh-oh-MAH-loo) are famed for their petroglyphs, which cover huge portions of the rolling lava fields. Many more petroglyphs are likely hidden ...