Rob Taylor, Author at My Aloha Trip

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Kohala Waterfalls Hiking on the Big Island: Gorgeous Waterfall Swimming

Kohala Waterfalls hiking is a very special thing to do on the Big Island of Hawaii. Limited access to the waterfalls on the northernmost point of Hawai'i makes this guided hiking and waterfall swimming adventure extra special. See what to expect and how to plan for this unique Hawaii experience.

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Big Island Tours

Super Raft Snorkeling Safari from Kona with Body Glove Hawaii

Snorkeling the Kona Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii is great but doing it via the Super Raft Safari is awesome. Body Glove Hawaii does a snorkeling adventure tour from Kailua-Kona that's one part safari and one part underwater exploring. We've got all the details!

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Activities Big Island Tours

Experiencing the Hawai’iloa Luau – Beautiful Storytelling and a Delicious Feast

The Hawai'iloa Luau at the Fairmont Orchid on the Kona Coast of the Big Island is a beautiful display of Hawaiian culture and storytelling. Besides the delicious Hawaiian buffet, see what else you'll enjoy and get some great tips for the best luau experience.

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Maui Tours

Maui Pineapple Tour: Tasty Fun and History at the Maui Gold Farm

The Maui Pineapple Tour is much different than I expected, and I'm so glad we did it. Not your usual agritourism, visiting the Maui Gold Pineapple Farm and getting to eat fresh pineapple in a field on the slopes of Haleakala is only part of what makes this a fun, unique experience when you're on Maui.

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Activities Maui

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.