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Just updated. Creating memories that last a lifetime. What works for you?
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Loved this list, esp. #2 and #6!
As you are the best at what’s happening right NOW, any word on how the runway repairs at SFO’s 28L is affecting HAL? Any news is helpful.
Keep up the Good Work and Mahalo!
Hi Val.
Thanks. We have not heard a word about the SFO runway impacting Hawaiian Air flights.
Aloha.
I enjoyed this article very much, thank you for providing such helpful reminders and tips, as always. 🙂
Thanks Erin.
Aloha.
Loved reading over your reminders again. Timely! We will be on Kauai and Maui again in a few weeks. (will shoot you an email)
We try to slow down “from the get go” now. HA! At our age – that comes naturally :0) We try to DO one excursion – but the rest of the time we just go with the flow and enjoy each day. Of course, sunshine always helps. So, please order lots of that for December, ok?
We love sunrises and sunsets. I have so many sunset photos! My hubs says they all look alike but I know where each one was taken! I must put them all into a photo book one of these days. Great idea, Colleen!
We love just being in Hawaii, the slower pace, the beauty of the islands, the lull of the waves. This will be our 8th trip. Hope it isn’t our last.
Hi Colleen.
You always get our attention. 😉 Not sure what your travel dates are, so will send you an email right after this.
Thanks for all of your comments and friendship.
Aloha, R/J
Here’s a tip that really works for those who are open to trying it.
Bridging the cultural and geographical gap: As we often find, we end up hauling back far more when coming home from a trip compared to when we leave home to travel.
Try bringing a very small unwrapped gift item to give to a local you meet while on vacation. It doesn’t have to cost a lot either- just something that represents the area you live. You’d be surprised as what this small goodwill gesture can do when you give it to a local that was nice to you!
Some friends of mine recently visited the North Shore and stayed at a private vacation cottage. A neighbor asked them where they were from, and they explained that they brought jam and jelly they made at home, and wanted to share it.
The local family opened up the doors! They invited my friends to an old school hukilau (fishing harvest) and a family fish cookout on the beach. Now both families have the gift of shared friendships and promises to visit each other! This is the TRUE spirit of Aloha. Local people really appreciate it when visitors show Aloha. It shows warmth and cultural respect.
You never know what can happen when you have an open heart, a warm smile, and the gesture of a small gift!
Aloha and happy travels!!
Hi Rick.
We try to do the same when traveling elsewhere. Good idea.
Aloha.
Such a lovely thought, thank you for sharing 🙂
HI! We will be traveling to the Big Island in November, Kona area. Any ideas as to where we can go shopping for some nice Hawaiian Shirts? We have a late flight out on our last day, any thoughts as to spending the time between check-out at hotel, 12ish, and the flight 8pm check-in?
We want to go to Oahu for a month and understand buying tickets is best beginning in late August for flights Monday-Thursday. Is that true and should we buy the tickets now or wait to see when sales are offered? Also, we are flying from South Florida, either from PBI, Ft. Laud., or Miami. Help and thanks. We love your Best of Hawaii e-mails.
Hi Dan.
Thank you. Yes mid-week is cheapest with rare exceptions. Expect to pay $650 to $750 with higher price being faster connection. Unless things change, looks like FLL will be cheaper.
Aloha.
Thank you for the reminders! I forwarded them to my son and “almost” daughter-in-law as they are planning their honeymoon in Hawaii in May. I think most of us planned way too many activities on our first trip. I’m hoping they will slow down and just”BE”in Hawaii and enjoy their honeymoon and time together there.
Hi Colleen.
Funny coincidence – just thinking of you earlier today. Your point is well taken.
Aloha.
…and remind them to leave some “open” time their last full day. That leaves time if there was a rainy day for “make up activities” or to return to a very favorite place/activity. It has worked for us!
you guys are the BEST. i always check on what you have to say and you are always right on it. thanks for being there and i willbe there in october. yayayayay
Hi Mary Theresa.
Thanks so much! Have a great trip.
Aloha.