Kimberly is a Hawaii Destination Expert with the Hawaii Convention and Visitors Bureau and The Travel Institute.
“She is not just an agent; she made me feel important like we were family! She helped me plan a vacation but with the purpose of the Best Proposal Ever known to mankind!”
Gil C, Lees Summit, MO
Hawaii is one of the most astonishingly beautiful places I have ever seen in person. The water in those snowglobes really is THAT blue!
Full of culture, history, and beauty, Hawaii’s islands offer opportunities for relaxation as well as well as adventure. Hawaii can be just the ticket for travelers who want an exotic but safe and accessible destination.
Hawaii’s Main Islands and Nicknames
Hawaii has 8 main islands, 6 of which are accessible to visitors:
- Ni’ihau – The Forbidden Isle
- Kaua’i – The Garden Isle
- O’ahu – The Gathering Place
- Moloka’i – The Friendly Isle
- Lana’i – The Pineapple Isle
- Kaho’olawe – The Target Isle
- Maui – The Valley Isle
- Hawai’i – The Big Island
Flying from Honolulu to other Hawaiian Islands
- Lihue (LIH), Kaua’i – 30 minutes
- Kahului (OGG), Maui – 30 minutes
- Kapalua-West Maui (JHM), Maui – 30 minutes
- Kaunakakai (MKK), Molokai – 20 minutes
- Lanai (LNY), Lanai – 25 minutes
- Hilo International (ITO), Hawaii – 50 minutes
- Kona International (KOA), Hawaii – 45 minutes
Cruising the Hawaiian Islands
Several cruise lines sail to Hawaii from the mainland. Voyages are available throughout the year and at a variety of prices. Passengers can choose to depart from San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Vancouver.
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is the only line that offers around island cruises from Honolulu. Its passengers fly to and from the islands and spend more of their vacation in Hawaii with no days crossing the Pacific. It departs and returns round trip to Honolulu and visits Kahului (Maui), Kona, Hilo (Hawaii), and Nawiliwili (Kauai).
Currency & Tipping
U.S. currency, credit cards, and traveler’s checks are used. ATMs are available at the airport and throughout the islands 24/7. Tipping practices follow U.S. standard
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Kimberly Brownlee is trained and experienced in travel to Hawai’i.
Call or text 816.866.8883 or email Kimberly@NextAdventureVacations for more information
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