Back in 1993, there was only 1 shrimp truck in Oahu's North Shore- Giovanni's. Now there are at least 1 for every day of the week. The garlic shrimp is the most popular but there are other versions now like scampi, lemon pepper, spicy, BBQ, and pineapple. Shrimp Truck Shrimp truck in [...]
So many of us have our favorite beaches in the Hawaiian Islands. It's so hard to narrow them down. This year, the readers of Hawaii Magazine have voted for their top 5 beaches in Maui. Let's see if you agree: Ka'anapali Beach in front of the Sheraton Maui Ka'anapali Beach - stretched in [...]
Wailua Falls- photo credit KL Kohn Among the 4 more popular Hawaiian Islands, Kauai is the most lush and tropical. Think Jurassic Park tropical- since it actually was filmed in Kauai along with many other movies. Known as the Garden Isle, it has certainly earned its name. If you tried to [...]
And you probably thought that Hawaii is only known for its Mai Tai, right? Well, we are happy to tell you that the bartenders in the Hawaiian islands are as creative as ever and here are some of the signature beverages from some of our favorite resorts. [...]
So often, clients will come to My Vacation Lady with dreams of a honeymoon or vacation to the Hawaiian Islands but they are so concerned about spending too much money to be able to see and do things while they are there. Hawaii is one of the few travel destinations where you can find lots [...]
What's your definition of a "Foodie"? If you look it up it might be defined as a gourmand or a person with a particular interest in food. My Vacation Lady's definition may be a bit different but when we ask our honeymooners if they are foodies, we mean: are you adventurous eaters? will you try [...]
Hawaii has some fabulous spas from the Spa Without Walls at the Fairmont Orchid to the huge hydrotherapy spa (Terme Wailea) at the Grand Wailea and so many more. Many of the spas will create their own customized oils and massage products featuring locally sources elements from Hawaii. Spa menus can be pages long with [...]
When we were in the Big Island in December of 2017, we were lucky to be one of the few guests who were able to participate in a sunrise outrigger canoe experience. There were only 3 guests in the canoe along with Josiah, our leader and guide. This was a unique and spiritual experience where [...]
Every time we go to Hawaii, we always try to eat in different restaurants and we love to try places where the locals eat--- not just the touristy ones. Our last vacation to Maui in late November/early December 2017, we did just that. Before we left, I asked my friends and contacts in Maui to [...]
With so many beautiful waterfalls around the world, what makes Maui so unique in the waterfalls department? Could it be that Maui's are pretty accessible by driving along the famous Road to Hana. When My Vacation Lady helps plan my client's honeymoon to Hawaii or vacation to Hawaii, we provide a map, driving directions and recommend [...]