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What is the best luau in Hawaii?

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What is the best luau in Hawaii?

If it’s your first trip to Hawaii, no doubt, a Hawaiian luau is on your must-do list. Today I am going to talk about the ten best luaus in Hawaii, on all four major islands. From an authentic Hawaiian luau to a luxury luau with celebrity sightings, there’s something for everyone. I always recommend booking in advance, as popular luaus do tend to sell out. For your convenience, I have included links to Viator where you can book your luau. In most cases, it’s fully refundable up to 24 hours prior.

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Where to find sea turtles on the Big Island of Hawaii

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Where to find sea turtles on the Big Island

If you’re looking for the best place to see sea turtles on the Big Island, you’re in the right place. Here are 6 locations to find sea turtles when you’re visiting the Big Island. If you want more Big Island travel tips, maybe sure to read to the bottom of the post where I’ll link more Hawaii Island blog posts.

Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles

There are so many fantastic marine species in Hawaii, including the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle, or Honu. Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles are listed as both a threatened and endangered species. It’s illegal to be closer than 10 feet away from a sea turtle, so make sure to keep your distance. Not only is it illegal, but it’s just wrong to bother or harass these beautiful creatures. It’s their home, and you are a guest, so try to keep that in mind. As long as you know the rules and respect the wildlife, you’ll have a great time viewing sea turtles on the Big Island!

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Best Hawaii island for honeymoons

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What is the best Hawaii island for honeymoons?

Hawaii is home to beautiful mountains, an active volcano, stunning beaches of all colors, and some of the most incredible waterfalls in the world. It’s no wonder that Hawaii is a popular honeymoon destination. When it comes to planning a honeymoon in Hawaii, one of the first decisions is which island to stay on.

There are five islands offering honeymoon accommodations, and they’re all very different. It’s essential to narrow it down to one or two, and that can be a difficult task. If you’re feeling overwhelmed planning your Hawaii honeymoon – I get it! Most of my clients reach out because their task is a lot more daunting than they realized. If that’s you, make sure to contact me. I help couples plan Hawaii destination weddings and honeymoons regularly, and I’d love to help you create a custom Hawaii honeymoon just for you.

I’ve said it before, but there isn’t a “best island in Hawaii.” However, there IS a best island in Hawaii for you. As a Hawaii Travel Agent specializing in weddings and honeymoons, I’m often asked about the best Hawaii island for honeymoons. The truth is, the best island for a honeymoon depends on you!

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100 things to do in Hawaii | Hawaii Bucket List

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Hawaii Bucket List

If you’re looking to create a Hawaii bucket list, this post is for you! I have gathered 100 things to do in Hawaii, including things to do on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Big Island, Molokai, Lanai, and even Niihau. Of course, there are thousands of things to do in Hawaii, but this list will help you get started.

I’ve separated this list but island. If you want more blog posts about things to do in Hawaii, I have plenty of them! Check out the bottom of the post for what to do on Big Island, Maui, Oahu, and Kauai!

Here are 100 things to do in Hawaii:

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7 day Big Island Itinerary

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7 day Big Island Itinerary

One week itineraries have been one of my most requested blog posts. I already have a 7-day itinerary for Kauai and a 4-day itinerary for Maui, so don’t miss those.

Remember that this 7 day Big Island Itinerary is a guide, and you can add or replace anything that you would like. I create custom itineraries for all of my clients, so make sure to contact me if you’d like to work with an expert in Hawaii Travel!

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