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For vacation rental companies around the globe, Airbnb has become an integral part of how we do business. Airbnb is just one of numerous vacation rental platforms like Vrbo and Booking.com, yet somehow the name “Airbnb” has become synonymous with “vacation rental,” and its popularity is only growing. Rather than going through the hassle of […]
One of the most common questions people find themselves asking when planning their island vacation is should I soak up the experience of one island for a full week, or should I visit multiple islands to see as much as possible? Like anything, the answer depends on what you’re looking for. We’ll get into the […]
If you’ve ever celebrated Christmas on the islands, you know it’s a totally different affair. Kanakaloka, affectionately called Shaka Claus, arrives on an outrigger canoe instead of a sleigh, palm trees get decorated in lieu of traditional evergreens, and Christmas is often a day for family cookouts on the beach. Before the Christian holiday and […]
Spoiler alert: Hawai’i is in the tropics, so a completely bug free vacation won’t be possible, but with a little bit of due diligence you can keep unwanted creepy crawlies out of sight and out of mind! Here we’re going to go over common pests you may encounter on island, and ways to keep them […]
The nation of Hawai’i has had many famous monarchs throughout its history, from the long lines of the Kamehameha Dynasty, to the Renaissance King Kalākaua. Almost as powerful as the ali’i (royalty) on the throne, however, were the wives at their side. One such woman, Queen Emma Kaleleonālani, the wife of Kamehameha IV, rose to […]
State Parks on the Garden Isle: What to See, What to Do, What’s the Deal with the Kalalau Trail On an island known for its incredible natural landscape – lush mountains, sheer cliffs, giant canyons – it’s no surprise that there are 5 state parks on our little island! Although many tourists come to […]
Among coffee aficionados the Kona coffee name has become ubiquitous, especially when talking about high quality beans. But how did the Kona region of the Big Island become associated with coffee cultivation, and how did Kauai come to have the largest coffee plantation in the United States? Read on to delve into the history of […]
The Hawaiian islands are home to some of the most beautiful, and unique, flora and fauna on the planet. Whether you’re a first time visitor or a seasoned traveler, seeing the wild nene crossing the street, or the monk seals lounging on the beach never loses its allure. Here we run through some of the […]
Summer season is in full swing on the islands, and while summer typically sees occupancy rates that rival the winter high season, recent visitor statistics reflect a definite and unusual decline in arrivals to Hawai’i, a trend that is mirrored on Kauai. We’ve been monitoring this so-called “summer slump” and what it means, and while […]
Life in the travel industry is constantly fluctuating. Running a vacation rental business requires keeping up to date on evolving guest travel and spending patterns, but in Hawai’i there are some extra challenges – like remaining mindful of how this $17 billion industry can sometimes overshadow the needs of native Hawaiians, and make affordable housing […]
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