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Maui’s Garden of Eden Arboretum on the Road to Hana

The Garden of Eden Arboretum on the Road to Hana is a beautiful stop as you drive around Maui. With trails, flowers, incredible trees and peacocks, this is a great stop to plan when you're exploring the island.

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Activities Maui

Wai’anapanapa State Park: Black Sand Beach and a Swimming Waterfall on the Road to Hana

Wai'anapanapa State Park on the Road to Hana is a fun stop with a beautiful black sand beach. Add to that the nearby Pua'a Ka'a waterfall that you can swim at, and it's a great adventure and a highlight of Maui.

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Activities Big Island

Visiting the Ka’u Coffee Mill – Coffee Culture and a Beautiful Farm

With so many coffee farms to visit, Ka'u Coffee Mill on the Big Island's Mamalahoa Highway stands out as one of the best. With coffee tastings, a beautiful farm and a little coffee education, it's a top pick for a Kona Coffee experience.

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Activities Big Island

Kona’s Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation in the Cloud Forest

For a great Kona Coffee experience, add Mountain Thunder Coffee Plantation to your Big Island plans. See what you'll encounter here at this beautiful cloud forest coffee farm and what things you can do at Mountain Thunder.

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Activities Big Island

Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Farm – Snack Heaven on the Big Island

Are you obsessed with macadamia nuts like my best friend is? Then you need to visit the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Farm on the Big Island of Hawaii. We've got the whole scoop on the farm, samples and more.

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Hotels and Resorts Kauai

Kauai Shores Hotel in Kapaa – Vintage, Value, and a Lot of Fun

For anyone looking for a good vacation hotel that's low key and a good home base, the Kauai Shores Hotel in Kapaa is just that. With nice outdoor spaces and pools, beach access and lots of nearby restaurants and activity, see what makes this a good budget pick on Kauai.

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Hotels and Resorts Kauai

Sheraton Kauai Resort: a Fun Beachfront Stay in Beautiful Poipu

The Sheraton Kauai Resort in Poipu on the south shore is an ideal family resort. With multiple pools, a swimmable beach and great amenities, see why we've chosen to stay at the Sheraton Kauai Resort multiple times.

Marriott King Kamehameha Hotel in Kailua Kona Big Island Hawaii 3

Big Island Hotels and Resorts

The Marriott King Kamehameha in Kailua-Kona: Best of the Big Island

The Marriott King Kamehameha Hotel in Kailua-Kona is one of my favorite places to stay on the Kona Coast. With one of the best locations, beautiful rooms and the perfect beach see what else makes this an exceptional choice on the Big Island of Hawaii.

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Activities Kauai

Kauai’s Iconic Town of Hanapepe and its Famous Swinging Bridge

Easy to miss when you visit Kauai's south shore, the town of Hanapepe is a slice of old Hawaii. From the iconic Hanapepe Swinging Bridge to a bit of Lilo and Stitch, see what you'll find with a visit to Hanapepe Town.

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Activities Kauai

Kauai Coffee Company: Fun Hawaiian Coffee Culture on the Garden Island

Visiting the Kauai Coffee Company is a great way to see a different side of coffee culture in Hawaii. Very different from Kona Coast coffee farms, check out the self guided and tour options, what you'll find and things to do here.