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Why is fall is the perfect time for a Waikiki getaway?  Because fall in Waikiki is a delightful time to visit, nestled between the bustling summer season and the quieter winter months. It offers a unique blend of benefits, including fewer crowds, better rates, and ideal weather conditions. Here’s why you should consider a fall trip to this tropical paradise: Ideal Weather Fall brings warm and inviting weather to Waikiki,...

Oahu is the third-largest Hawaiian island and is often considered a highly desirable destination for Traveling Nurses and healthcare professionals.  The island offers Traveling Nurses the opportunity to explore Polynesian cultures, a convenient work-life balance, and a sense of adventure where you can live like a local in a location where Traveling Nurses are often in demand. Polynesian Culture As a melting pot of cultures with influences from native Hawaiian,...

Uniting for Recovery: State, Federal, and Local Support Wildfires are a recurring issue in many parts of Hawaii, including Maui, due to factors such as dry weather, strong winds, and the presence of flammable vegetation. Maui’s most recent wildfire created significant impacts on the local communities, particularly the community of Lahaina, in addition to effecting the island’s ecosystems and environment. The devastating Lahaina fire caused the residents to evacuate their...

that I was watching MTV Ridiculousness and the host and co-hosts were discussing car rental insurance which led to to think about trip insurance. The host was adamant that the insurance wasn’t necessary. He believed the insurance was a means for the car vendor to get more money for the same rental. The co-host thought the host was being ridiculous. The co-host believed that the expense was minimal relative to...

Travel + Leisure Magazine Honolulu Ranked #5 in U.S. Cities Honolulu ranked #5 in top 15 cities in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure Magazine.  Travel + Leisure Magazine is a top world travel media brand.  The magazine’s mission is to inform and inspire passionate travelers. The magazine covers cities, tried-and-true destinations, beaches, mountains and valleys, national parks and outdoor adventures.  In addition, the magazine covers fine-dining experiences and secret...

We Moved Our Office Effective April 1, 2022, we have moved our office to a new location.  We relocated one block to a commercial space within the Waikiki Resort Hotel lobby.  We are very excited about the new location.  The location is central between many buildings we manage in the Waikiki area. The new location enables us to continue to service our customers’, clients’, guests’, and tenants’ individual needs. All...

Domestic Travel Restrictions Lifted Hawaii COVID travel restrictions eased for mainland travelers to Hawaii.  After screening more than 12 MILLION passengers, Hawaii lifts all restrictions for mainland arrivals.  The Hawaii Safe Travels program officially ended on Saturday, March 26, 2022.   Arriving into Honolulu International Airport just became much easier.  No need to show your vaccination card or negative COVID test results.  No wrist bands or long lines as you move...

Why Spring Is The Best Time of Year to Visit Hawaii Spring is undoubtedly the best times of year to visit Hawaii.  Fragrant white pikake and colorful yellow hibiscus flowers take bloom.  To add to natures ambiance is the extra daylight we enjoy in spring.  Additionally, while most of the rest of the nation adjusts their clocks for daylight savings time, we just take the day in stride and lounge...

Waikiki Car Rental Recommendation In general, we advise our guests to not rent a vehicle from the airport.  Instead, we suggest that our guests get settled at their accommodation on their arrival day.  When you are ready to venture beyond Waikiki then you rent a ride.  If you only rent for the day then you don’t need to deal with finding free parking or pay exorbitant prices.  Ride wise, you...

Christmas in Hawaii was inspired by past blog posts from Megan Shute. Megan is a professional write who resides on Oahu. She compiled photographs from social media that supports Oahu’s local attractions and features Christmas time in Hawaii. Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, it’s officially the Christmas season. When you think of a traditional holiday season, the Hawaiian Islands are probably the last place to cross your mind....