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Wow, fabulous. We were blessed to stay at Hapuna, when it was the Prince Resort. Loved it. We can't wait to get back to the Big Island. It's our favorite. Warm blessings from Arizona.
It is my favorite too. I didn't realize it was the Prince Resort. I like the history of Hawaii hotels, like the Mauna Kea was built by the Parker Ranch family.
GOD BLESS YOU. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE FOUR SEASONS ON THE BIG ISLAND. IT IS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. WOW! I LOVE MR. ESPARZA AND ALL OF MY BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS. 🙏 SINCERELY PETER
I can’t tell you enough how thankful I am for your videos! We are here now on Oahu. I learned so much from y’all! The best thing is the prescription goggles! My 12 year old almost cried when I gave her them. She can’t wear contacts and was so excited to see the fish
Wow, that is a wonderful story. Thanks for sharing. I'm glad our daughter got to enjoy snorkeling. Enjoy Oahu! Here are our favorite snorkel spots: thehawaiivacationguide.com/best-snorkeling-spots-on-oahu/
@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide thank you so much! We’re headed to Kailua now and working our way down Hanauma Bay! Doing the sandbar tomorrow. Thanks again! I also have been enjoying my Goodr sunglasses!!!!
I’m so excited!!! I just booked flights to visit the big island for my husband’s 40th birthday! I watch all of your videos for help planning the trip. Thank you!
You all didn't do the Mauna Kea Beach Resort justice. It is one of the most beautiful locations/beaches in the world. The rooms I have stayed in (three of them) were all very well updated and luxurious. Plus - the STAFF at the Mauna Kea is the most amazing part. They all seem to want to be there, are willing to go out of their way to make guests stays the best ever. I can't wait to get back there next April.
I agree, was just there and the beach is better than Hapuna much calmer. The room that we stayed in was a bit dated and the pool is pretty plain in comparison to its sister property Westin. However the Moana Kea is just a classier old Hollywood vibe altogether it's definitely a place to relax and unwind. And yes the people that work there make the whole experience memorable.
My husband and I just finished a 2-week stay at the Fairmont, and this video made me want to hop on a plane and head right back! We used your Big Island Vacation Guides, and they were wonderful! I especially loved how you guys emphasized the importance of learning about Hawaiian culture and protecting the environment! We are big fans of your channel, and recommend your guides to all of our friends!
Thanks so much Jessica for the review. We appreciate the feedback. I know, editing the Fairmont and Mauna Lani footage made me want to go back to those two. Just good atmospheres. I hope you can make it back to Hawaii soon!
Informative video. I stayed at the Fairmont Orchid for 5 nights last March, and immediately booked again for March 2023….great property and a little less expensive than the Mauna Lani, another beautiful resort. There is a short 10 minute coastal path linking the 2 resorts and many guests visit each other’s restaurants. Just a word about the Westin Hapuna and the Mauna Kea. They are both beautiful resorts but they both sit above the beach and there are many stairs to climb up and down so they may not be the best for mobility impaired people , whereas the Mauna Lani and Fairmont Orchid are basically at sea level so there are no stairs to climb…much easier to get from your room to the beach and pools.
From looking at their website it looks like the Westin has rooms that are on the ground level that open up straight to the courtyard. Anyone know if that's actually the case?
Don’t know when you guys are heading back to Oahu next but we are heading back home today after a 8 day trip, I watched some of your videos in preparation for the trip and they were really helpful. We stayed at the Royal Hawaiian for three days and loved it and moved out of the heart of the city to the countryside for the remainder of the time and stayed at Paradise Bay resort in a waterfront cottage. It really was the best of both worlds, a hidden gem away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Wondering if you’re familiar and curious to hear your thoughts. Hope to see a review on your channel one day if you haven’t done already. 😊
We are glad you had a wonderful time on Oahu! Thanks for watching. We haven't stayed at Paradise Bay Resort. We have stayed there but it looks lovely. Kaneohe Bay is a beautiful spot. we will look into it!
I can’t believe you skipped right past the Waikoloa Beach Resort area. The whole area is full of amenities and has the Marriot and Hilton on the shore line.
Check this out: Things to Do in Waikoloa Beach Resort | ULTIMATE Guide to Waikoloa and Mauna Lani, Big Island Hawaii th-cam.com/video/wXIN6J5VueM/w-d-xo.html
hey guys thanks so much for such great content, your vid have been very helpful for my first trip planning to Hawaii yeew! I do have a question tho, if you dont mind, if one wants to camp at Holua Campground in Maui, where's the best spot to leave the car? considering that's going to be many days out there in the wild
That’s amazing! Well done on getting a permit. I’m jealous. I assume in the national park as there isn’t another way up and doesn’t the trail start at sliding sands or Hosmer grove? Call the park perhaps.
Love you guys channel, just came back from Maui this week visiting my sister and brother and it’s been almost 30yrs. I’m planning on moving there in December and honestly I feel in love with the island. I’m going to live in my life saying goodbye to the Bay Area. So excited to watch n catch up on all your videos!🤙
No beach in Hawaii is private, all are public but Mauna Kea Resort makes access for local residents and non-guests challenging. They don't let people in if the public parking lot is full and Google Reviews and our own experience make us think they aren't always truthful on that.
I missed the personalized pros and cons. At least which property is best suited for what type of experience, and an eye out towards value vs amenities that you've brought to some of your other videos; a sense of why these particular properties are singled out as opposed to their competitors. More like the vid about where to stay on Waikiki--which was fantastic. I enjoy your videos though, some day I'll make it there!
That is wonderful, helpful feedback. Thank you! Erica and I took note. The Waikiki one was a good one! Thanks so much. Erica realized she needs to add more drawbacks to our article and other notes you suggested. We can't change the video but we will add more to the article.
I live on the Big Island and have never heard the Kohala Coast called the Gold Coast. The Lava Coast would be a better name for it. Please don't ever call it the Gold Coast; it already has a beautiful Hawaiian name - Kohala Coast.
You may have done a video on this already (apologies if so), but which Waikiki hotel has the best pool please? By best I mean; good vibe, great cocktails, and no kids :) Thanks
That's a good one as we have talked about kid-friendly pools. We think the best per your criteria is Sheraton Waikiki (infinity adult-pool that is lively but also can get busy), Ritz-Carlton's adult infinity pool (quiet though), and Halekulani.
As a Southern Californian, I'd much rather swim at a Hawaiian beach than any in SoCal. But I agree, Hawaii is a long way to travel for an Italian. I wouldn't say it's worse than though... depends on what you're looking for.
SO upset! We r in Hawaii now on our honeymoon and booked a bunch tours through Hawaii tours (back in July) upon ur recommendation! WELL the first got cancelled because they didn’t have enough ppl and they didn’t tell us, so we were up and ready to go @ 7am with nobody showing up. We have back to back activities this coming Sunday which I was able to book via ur link but as it turns out (only because I questioned it and no other reason) that we won’t be able to do as we won’t make it in time AND there is other dates available! You guys need to stop endorsing such a disorganised shambles of a company regardless of how much they are paying you! Our trip is ruined 😭
Wow, we are so sorry to hear that. We appreciate the feedback. We don't want to recommend a tour company that does that, so thank you for letting us know. I hope you can enjoy the rest of your honeymoon. And again, I'm so sorry.
Have a luxurious trip to the Big Island! Learn more about these luxury resorts plus one more here! thehawaiivacationguide.com/best-luxury-hotels-big-island/
We wed at Hualalai , everyone loved the resort. Beautiful. Kona was amazing. Highly recommend. Its our favorite FS property.
Hualalai is a great FS property. That must have been a beautiful wedding.
❤Got my eye balls on the Four Seasons for our next trip. We cannot wait❤
such a great resort! Enjoy the stay!
Wow, fabulous. We were blessed to stay at Hapuna, when it was the Prince Resort. Loved it. We can't wait to get back to the Big Island. It's our favorite. Warm blessings from Arizona.
It is my favorite too. I didn't realize it was the Prince Resort. I like the history of Hawaii hotels, like the Mauna Kea was built by the Parker Ranch family.
heading the Fairmout, can anyone give me tips how to navigate these videos? thanks!
We usually include a table of contents (chapters) in the description, see our playlists by island, and go to our website for the best info
GOD BLESS YOU. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE FOUR SEASONS ON THE BIG ISLAND. IT IS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. WOW! I LOVE MR. ESPARZA AND ALL OF MY BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS. 🙏
SINCERELY PETER
Mauna Lani is such a bad resort so I would suggest just skip it 😅
I can’t tell you enough how thankful I am for your videos! We are here now on Oahu. I learned so much from y’all! The best thing is the prescription goggles! My 12 year old almost cried when I gave her them. She can’t wear contacts and was so excited to see the fish
Wow, that is a wonderful story. Thanks for sharing. I'm glad our daughter got to enjoy snorkeling. Enjoy Oahu! Here are our favorite snorkel spots: thehawaiivacationguide.com/best-snorkeling-spots-on-oahu/
@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide thank you so much! We’re headed to Kailua now and working our way down Hanauma Bay! Doing the sandbar tomorrow. Thanks again! I also have been enjoying my Goodr sunglasses!!!!
I’m so excited!!! I just booked flights to visit the big island for my husband’s 40th birthday! I watch all of your videos for help planning the trip. Thank you!
That’s wonderful to hear! Have a wonderful birthday celebration on the islands! Thanks for watching and you will be all set now.
You all didn't do the Mauna Kea Beach Resort justice. It is one of the most beautiful locations/beaches in the world. The rooms I have stayed in (three of them) were all very well updated and luxurious. Plus - the STAFF at the Mauna Kea is the most amazing part. They all seem to want to be there, are willing to go out of their way to make guests stays the best ever. I can't wait to get back there next April.
I agree, was just there and the beach is better than Hapuna much calmer. The room that we stayed in was a bit dated and the pool is pretty plain in comparison to its sister property Westin. However the Moana Kea is just a classier old Hollywood vibe altogether it's definitely a place to relax and unwind. And yes the people that work there make the whole experience memorable.
We must of had a one off poor experience. We’ll have to give them another try on our next trip. Thanks so much for sharing your experience!
How did I miss this video? I am definitely swimming with the tropical fish in the huge pond! Another great video! ❤
My husband and I just finished a 2-week stay at the Fairmont, and this video made me want to hop on a plane and head right back! We used your Big Island Vacation Guides, and they were wonderful! I especially loved how you guys emphasized the importance of learning about Hawaiian culture and protecting the environment! We are big fans of your channel, and recommend your guides to all of our friends!
Thanks so much Jessica for the review. We appreciate the feedback. I know, editing the Fairmont and Mauna Lani footage made me want to go back to those two. Just good atmospheres. I hope you can make it back to Hawaii soon!
Omg how beautiful must be nice 🙂🙂
Informative video. I stayed at the Fairmont Orchid for 5 nights last March, and immediately booked again for March 2023….great property and a little less expensive than the Mauna Lani, another beautiful resort. There is a short 10 minute coastal path linking the 2 resorts and many guests visit each other’s restaurants.
Just a word about the Westin Hapuna and the Mauna Kea. They are both beautiful resorts but they both sit above the beach and there are many stairs to climb up and down so they may not be the best for mobility impaired people , whereas the Mauna Lani and Fairmont Orchid are basically at sea level so there are no stairs to climb…much easier to get from your room to the beach and pools.
That is a good point on those properties. Thanks for sharing. We enjoyed that walking path between the Fairmont and Mauna Lani too.
just found you! looking forward to watching a bunch of videos! great job!
I’m glad you found us! See our website too for planning help.
Great video. I just fell in love with Big Island on our recent honey moon. So beautiful!!
It is a unique place, my favorite island too
Very good Video! 👍🏻😁👍🏻
thanks so much for watching and the comment.
From looking at their website it looks like the Westin has rooms that are on the ground level that open up straight to the courtyard. Anyone know if that's actually the case?
Must move back to Hawaii … yes, must move back to Hawaii.
Good luck!
Don’t know when you guys are heading back to Oahu next but we are heading back home today after a 8 day trip, I watched some of your videos in preparation for the trip and they were really helpful. We stayed at the Royal Hawaiian for three days and loved it and moved out of the heart of the city to the countryside for the remainder of the time and stayed at Paradise Bay resort in a waterfront cottage. It really was the best of both worlds, a hidden gem away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Wondering if you’re familiar and curious to hear your thoughts. Hope to see a review on your channel one day if you haven’t done already. 😊
We are glad you had a wonderful time on Oahu! Thanks for watching. We haven't stayed at Paradise Bay Resort. We have stayed there but it looks lovely. Kaneohe Bay is a beautiful spot. we will look into it!
I can’t believe you skipped right past the Waikoloa Beach Resort area. The whole area is full of amenities and has the Marriot and Hilton on the shore line.
Check this out: Things to Do in Waikoloa Beach Resort | ULTIMATE Guide to Waikoloa and Mauna Lani, Big Island Hawaii
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hey guys
thanks so much for such great content, your vid have been very helpful for my first trip planning to Hawaii yeew!
I do have a question tho, if you dont mind, if one wants to camp at Holua Campground in Maui, where's the best spot to leave the car? considering that's going to be many days out there in the wild
That’s amazing! Well done on getting a permit. I’m jealous. I assume in the national park as there isn’t another way up and doesn’t the trail start at sliding sands or Hosmer grove? Call the park perhaps.
Love you guys channel, just came back from Maui this week visiting my sister and brother and it’s been almost 30yrs. I’m planning on moving there in December and honestly I feel in love with the island. I’m going to live in my life saying goodbye to the Bay Area. So excited to watch n catch up on all your videos!🤙
thanks so much for watching! Best of luck on the move away from the Bay Area in December! Enjoy!
These hotels are amazing but royal kona was smack dead in the downtown area. I needa visit these other hotel to see if it’s close to anything cool
That’s a good point, these hotels require a drive to stuff (or you never need to leave if you want a beach/ pool vacation).
These look awesome!!!!! You guys are always showing great places
thanks so much Gina!
I’m going to Maui in December and your channels is been very helpful!!! Gracias !! 🙏🏾
Have a wonderful trip to Maui! Thanks for watching and for the comment!
So how about a Hawaiʻi Staycation Guide video sometime? Best kamaʻāina resorts, etc.? Mahalo in advance!
Thanks for the suggestion. We are always looking for good kamaʻāina deals. They are hard to find on Maui and better on the other islands.
We were in Kailua-Kona
For Ironman this week?!
It was in July and we also went to Honolulu too.I loved it there.And now it is my plan to live there now.
Stayed at all these they each have there own ambiance and very expensive
thanks for sharing! very expensive indeed but better than Maui prices! silver lining
When you say private beach at mauno, no access to others not at the hotel?
No beach in Hawaii is private, all are public but Mauna Kea Resort makes access for local residents and non-guests challenging. They don't let people in if the public parking lot is full and Google Reviews and our own experience make us think they aren't always truthful on that.
I missed the personalized pros and cons. At least which property is best suited for what type of experience, and an eye out towards value vs amenities that you've brought to some of your other videos; a sense of why these particular properties are singled out as opposed to their competitors. More like the vid about where to stay on Waikiki--which was fantastic. I enjoy your videos though, some day I'll make it there!
That is wonderful, helpful feedback. Thank you! Erica and I took note. The Waikiki one was a good one! Thanks so much. Erica realized she needs to add more drawbacks to our article and other notes you suggested. We can't change the video but we will add more to the article.
@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide No problem, love your content and I often take notes of my own while watching!
FYI. This video didn’t come up in my subscriptions and I am subscribed.
The TH-cam algorithm may be mad at us for not posting last week! Thanks for subscribing
I live on the Big Island and have never heard the Kohala Coast called the Gold Coast. The Lava Coast would be a better name for it. Please don't ever call it the Gold Coast; it already has a beautiful Hawaiian name - Kohala Coast.
You may have done a video on this already (apologies if so), but which Waikiki hotel has the best pool please? By best I mean; good vibe, great cocktails, and no kids :) Thanks
That's a good one as we have talked about kid-friendly pools. We think the best per your criteria is Sheraton Waikiki (infinity adult-pool that is lively but also can get busy), Ritz-Carlton's adult infinity pool (quiet though), and Halekulani.
@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Thank you!
To be honest as italian , its not worth a trip the other side of the world for a sea worse than here..
As a Southern Californian, I'd much rather swim at a Hawaiian beach than any in SoCal. But I agree, Hawaii is a long way to travel for an Italian. I wouldn't say it's worse than though... depends on what you're looking for.
SO upset! We r in Hawaii now on our honeymoon and booked a bunch tours through Hawaii tours (back in July) upon ur recommendation!
WELL the first got cancelled because they didn’t have enough ppl and they didn’t tell us, so we were up and ready to go @ 7am with nobody showing up.
We have back to back activities this coming Sunday which I was able to book via ur link but as it turns out (only because I questioned it and no other reason) that we won’t be able to do as we won’t make it in time AND there is other dates available!
You guys need to stop endorsing such a disorganised shambles of a company regardless of how much they are paying you!
Our trip is ruined 😭
Wow, we are so sorry to hear that. We appreciate the feedback. We don't want to recommend a tour company that does that, so thank you for letting us know. I hope you can enjoy the rest of your honeymoon. And again, I'm so sorry.
@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide thanks for ur reply x currently we are @ Pearl Harbor, so we are thrilled to make it here @ least