Hawaii Travel Made Easy Podcast—Hawaii travel tips, Things to do in Hawaii, Hawaii vacation planning

Hawaii Travel Made Easy is the ultimate Hawaii travel podcast for families and first-time Hawaii visitors looking to plan a stress-free and unforgettable Hawaii vacation. Hosted by a seasoned Hawaii travel expert, this show delivers essential Hawaii travel tips, Hawaii vacation planning advice, and insider insights to help you navigate the Hawaiian Islands with confidence. Marcie Cheung is a certified Hawaii destination expert by the Hawaii Tourism Authority, runs the popular Hawaii family travel site Hawaii Travel with Kids, and has visited Hawaii more than 40 times. Whether you're dreaming of your first trip to paradise or planning your return visit, each episode provides budget-friendly recommendations, cultural insights, and must-know Hawaii travel guide information to make your Hawaii vacation planning simple and stress-free. From choosing the right island to finding hidden gems, we'll help you create the perfect Hawaii experience! <

Hawaii Travel Made Easy Podcast—Hawaii travel tips, Things to do in Hawaii, Hawaii vacation planning is a society podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 132 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #133

  How to Visit the Na Pali Coast on Kauai— Ep 133

  Aug 19, 202616 min

  Na Pali Coast on Kauai: Best Ways to See It, Go Haena Permits, and What to Pack Marcie breaks down how to experience Kauai’s Na Pali Coast, emphasizing there’s no road access and you must hike, take a boat, fly by helicopter, or drive to the Kalalau Lookout in Koke‘e State Park. She explains hiking options on the Hanakapiai Trail (and the extension to Hanakapiai Falls), stresses that Hanakapiai Beach is dangerous for swimming, and recommends Ke‘e Beach instead. She compares boat tours (catamarans vs rafts; morning vs sunset), notes typical prices, and strongly advises motion-sickness prevention (scopolamine patch the night before). She covers helicopter considerations and safety, including Island Helicopters’ permitted landing at Manawaiopuna Falls. The episode details Go Haena reservations for Haena State Park (parking vs shuttle, costs, 30-day release, no cell service), best seasons for boat tours (summer), packing essentials, common mistakes, and backup plans for weather cancellations. 00:00 Na Pali Hook Story 00:40 Welcome and Big Picture 01:03 No Road to Na Pali 01:28 Hiking the Trail 02:13 Beach Safety Warning 02:31 Boat Tour Breakdown 04:09 Motion Sickness Tips 04:36 Helicopter Views 05:23 Kalalau Lookout Drive 06:31 Choosing Your Experience 07:11 Best Time to Go 07:50 Go Haena Permits 10:12 What to Bring 11:16 Common Mistakes 12:25 Backup Plans and Wrap Up Who this episode is for: Anyone planning to see Na Pali Coast and trying to decide between hiking, boat, helicopter, or the lookout drive. What you'll learn: Every way to access Na Pali Coast, how to navigate Go Haena permits for Haena State Park, boat tour options and motion sickness prevention, and what to pack. Places discussed: Na Pali Coast Hanakapiai Trail and Hanakapiai Falls Hanakapiai Beach Ke'e Beach Haena State Park Manawaiopuna Falls Kalalau Lookout, Koke'e State Park Activities discussed: Hiking the Hanakapiai Trail (and the Hanakapiai Falls extension) Boat tours (catamarans vs. rafts; morning vs. sunset) Helicopter tours, including Island Helicopters' permitted landing at Manawaiopuna Falls Driving to Kalalau Lookout Go Haena reservations for Haena State Park (parking vs. shuttle, cost, 30-day release window) Marcie's recommendations: Skip swimming at Hanakapiai Beach — go to Ke'e Beach instead Use a scopolamine patch the night before a boat tour to prevent motion sickness Book boat tours in summer for best conditions Book Go Haena reservations early (30-day release) and don't count on cell service once you're there Have a backup plan ready in case of weather cancellations Related Hawaii Travel Made Easy episodes: How to Plan a Trip to Kauai— Ep 61 Waimea Canyon & the Kauai West Side: How to Do This Day Right— Ep 98 Related articles: Your North Shore Kauai Guide: Beaches, Hikes & Hidden Gems (2026) Kauai North Shore Shuttle: The Only Guide You Need (I’ve Done It Twice!) About Your Host: Marcie Cheung is a Certified Hawaii Destination Expert who has visited Hawaii 40+ times and spent 20+ years as a professional hula dancer. Through Hawaii Travel with Kids, she helps families plan authentic, affordable Hawaii vacations that respect local culture while creating unforgettable memories. Learn more at hawaiitravelwithkids.com Connect: @hawaiitravelwithkids on Instagram | Book a Consultation Join 11,000+ families receiving free Hawaii travel tips, island guides, and insider advice - subscribe now! https://hawaiitravelwithkids.com/free-5-day-email-course-how-to-travel-to-hawaii-like-a-pro/

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  Episode #132

  Where I Actually Eat on Maui— Ep 132

  Aug 17, 20268 min

  Where I Actually Eat on Maui: Favorite Spots, Road to Hana Stops, and Honest Takes Marcie of Hawaii Travel Made Easy shares the Maui restaurants she personally returns to each trip, starting with fish tacos at Coconuts Fish Cafe in Kihei (best at lunch) and dessert at Ululani’s Shave Ice, including a Maui Ocean Center location. She highlights Sweet Hula’s acai bowls in the South Maui Gardens, explains how Paia Fish Market differs in Paia versus Kihei (especially for takeout), and recommends Cafe Olei at the Maui Tropical Plantation for an upscale sit-down meal with reservations. For families, she suggests Monkeypod Kitchen for its crowd-pleasing menu and standout mai tai. She praises Da Kitchen for huge portions and Road to Hana stops like Huealo Lookout smoothies and Bruddah Hutts BBQ ribs, and offers a candid, less-enthusiastic take on Hali‘imaile General Store. She notes most stops require a car and promotes planning resources, consultations, and itinerary audits on her website. 00:00 Oahu Food Hangover 00:24 Maui Eats Mission 00:52 Coconuts Fish Tacos 01:38 Ululani Shave Ice 02:09 Sweet Hula Acai 02:55 Paia Fish Market Picks 03:44 Cafe Olei Plantation 04:16 Monkeypod Favorites 04:56 Da Kitchen Classics 05:28 Road to Hana Bites 06:10 Upcountry Reality Check 06:40 Car Rental Note 06:57 Wrap Up And Help About Your Host: Marcie Cheung is a Certified Hawaii Destination Expert who has visited Hawaii 40+ times and spent 20+ years as a professional hula dancer. Through Hawaii Travel with Kids, she helps families plan authentic, affordable Hawaii vacations that respect local culture while creating unforgettable memories. Learn more at hawaiitravelwithkids.com Connect: @hawaiitravelwithkids on Instagram | Book a Consultation Join 11,000+ families receiving free Hawaii travel tips, island guides, and insider advice - subscribe now! https://hawaiitravelwithkids.com/free-5-day-email-course-how-to-travel-to-hawaii-like-a-pro/

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  Episode #129

  Every Kauai Luau I've Been To, Ranked Honestly

  Aug 12, 202614 min

  Ranking Kauai Luaus: Marcie’s Honest Top Picks, Best for Families, and What to Expect Marcie from “Hawaii Travel Made Easy” shares her personal history with luaus and ranks six Kauai experiences she’s attended, noting that her nostalgic favorite, Smith’s Family Luau, isn’t #1. Her top pick is the oceanfront Auli’i Luau at the Sheraton Kauai Resort for its full package of activities, standout costumes, and multi-Polynesian performances; #2 is Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation for its continuous theatrical story, strong food, optional railway ride, shuttle service, and early end time. #3 is the Ahi Lele Fire Show at Anaina Hou for demonstrations and intense fire performances; #4 is Smith’s for its botanical garden setting, Asian cultural showcases, affordability, and “1990s” show that hasn’t evolved much. #5 is Luau Kahikina at Sheraton Coconut Beach for thoughtful direction and early finish, and #6 is Tahiti Nui Luau in Hanalei for an indoor, low-key North Shore option. She also mentions Grand Hyatt’s Hawaiki Nui and Hilton Garden Inn’s Wailua Nui as unreviewed and promotes itinerary reviews and consultations. 00:00 VHS Luau Origin Story 01:22 Welcome and Quick Links 01:56 Top Pick Aulii Luau 03:53 Theatrical Luau Kalamaku 05:37 Ahi Lele Fire Show 06:52 Smiths Nostalgia Check 08:22 Sheraton Kahikina Return 09:55 Tahiti Nui North Shore 11:45 Two More Luaus Mentioned 12:29 Final Rankings and Wrap About Your Host: Marcie Cheung is a Certified Hawaii Destination Expert who has visited Hawaii 40+ times and spent 20+ years as a professional hula dancer. Through Hawaii Travel with Kids, she helps families plan authentic, affordable Hawaii vacations that respect local culture while creating unforgettable memories. Learn more at hawaiitravelwithkids.com Connect: @hawaiitravelwithkids on Instagram | Book a Consultation Join 11,000+ families receiving free Hawaii travel tips, island guides, and insider advice - subscribe now! https://hawaiitravelwithkids.com/free-5-day-email-course-how-to-travel-to-hawaii-like-a-pro/

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  Episode #128

  How Many Days Do You Really Need on Maui?

  Aug 10, 20267 min

  How Many Days Do You Need on Maui? Realistic Itineraries, Costs, and Planning Tips Marcie from Hawaii Travel Made Easy discusses how many days to spend on Maui, noting recent state data showing visitor spending up over 26% and arrivals up more than 18% while average Hawaii stays fell from about 8.5 days to under 7.5, likely due to high Maui costs (average hotel rooms near $500/night plus car, parking, and meals). She recommends 7–10 days if Maui is your only island, 5–7 days if island hopping, and says 4–5 days can still work with intentional planning. She explains major activities each require significant time (Road to Hana, Haleakala sunrise, Iao Valley, Upcountry, west-side beaches, Molokini) and shares personal memories from Iao Valley and Road to Hana. She advises mapping food stops to avoid backtracking, limiting Hana stops to 5–6, booking required reservations early, and offers consultations and itinerary audits. 00:00 Maui Surprise Factor 00:43 Trip Length Question 00:53 Why Stays Are Shorter 01:55 Ideal Days On Maui 02:16 Time Sinks And Must Dos 02:51 Favorite Maui Memories 03:43 Itinerary Mistakes To Avoid 04:28 Reservations And Hana Reality 05:25 Sample Day Breakdowns 06:04 Consultations And Wrap Up 06:48 Final Thoughts About Your Host: Marcie Cheung is a Certified Hawaii Destination Expert who has visited Hawaii 40+ times and spent 20+ years as a professional hula dancer. Through Hawaii Travel with Kids, she helps families plan authentic, affordable Hawaii vacations that respect local culture while creating unforgettable memories. Learn more at hawaiitravelwithkids.com Connect: @hawaiitravelwithkids on Instagram | Book a Consultation Join 11,000+ families receiving free Hawaii travel tips, island guides, and insider advice - subscribe now! https://hawaiitravelwithkids.com/free-5-day-email-course-how-to-travel-to-hawaii-like-a-pro/

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  Episode #127

  Every Maui Luau I've Been To (And Everything Else Worth Knowing), Ranked Honestly

  Aug 5, 202611 min

  Ranking the Best Maui Luaus (Plus Updates, Closures, and Alternatives) The host ranks Maui luaus based on four firsthand visits: Feast at Mokapu at the Andaz Maui in Wailea as the top luxury splurge with oceanfront setting and family-style service; Old Lahaina Luau second for a culturally focused Hawaiian/Tahitian show and updated post-2023 wildfire format (now four-course family-style with open bar); Drums of the Pacific at the Hyatt Regency Maui third for a large, multi-Polynesian spectacle with fire knife dancing and resort convenience in Ka’anapali; and Myths of Maui at Royal Lahaina fourth as a more budget-friendly buffet with fire knife dancing. They also describe other options they haven’t attended (Grand Wailea, Te Au Moana, Maui Nui at Black Rock, Ritz-Carlton Kapalua, Gilligan’s Island) and Maui Ocean Center’s Friday-only “Migrations” dinner show. Updates include Feast at Lele permanently closed and South Maui Gardens’ Polynesian show paused/closed, with backups like Gilligan’s Island and the Napili Kai Foundation keiki hula show. 00:00 Maui Luau Ranking Setup 01:11 Feast at Mokapu Top Pick 02:14 Old Lahaina Luau Updates 03:37 Drums of the Pacific Spectacle 04:59 Myths of Maui Budget Choice 05:45 Other Maui Luaus Rundown 07:14 Avoiding Luau Mismatches 08:02 Migrations Dinner Show Option 08:35 Closures and Key Updates 09:58 Final Recommendations and Resources About Your Host: Marcie Cheung is a Certified Hawaii Destination Expert who has visited Hawaii 40+ times and spent 20+ years as a professional hula dancer. Through Hawaii Travel with Kids, she helps families plan authentic, affordable Hawaii vacations that respect local culture while creating unforgettable memories. Learn more at hawaiitravelwithkids.com Connect: @hawaiitravelwithkids on Instagram | Book a Consultation Join 11,000+ families receiving free Hawaii travel tips, island guides, and insider advice - subscribe now! https://hawaiitravelwithkids.com/free-5-day-email-course-how-to-travel-to-hawaii-like-a-pro/

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