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Furnishing your Hawaii vacation rental made easy with these seven tips from an interior design professional.

7 Interior Design Tips for Furnishing Your Hawaii Vacation Rental

July 26, 2020 Maisie Knowles Comments 2 comments

One of the biggest struggles Hawaii vacation home owners have is tastefully furnishing their properties. A lack of furnishings and home decor options combined with spending much of the year away from your vacation rental is a recipe for an uninspiring space. Set your vacation rental apart with these seven tips from interior design professional and fellow vacation rental owner, Maisie Knowles. 1. Your Vacation Home is an Investment First and foremost, prioritize your vacation home as an investment. With…

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Hawaii COVID-19 information and resources for travelers and vacation rental owners

Travel to Hawaii COVID-19 Information

July 14, 2020 HomeyHawaii Comments 0 Comment

This post provides the most up-to-date information on Hawaii COVID-19 restrictions and policies, and their impact on vacation rentals. How to Prepare to Travel to Hawaii To avoid 14-day quarantine after your arrival in Hawaii, take Covid-19 test within 72 hours of your flight and have negative results. Consult the official list of Hawaii accepted trusted testing and travel partners. The following video explains the steps you need to take to prepare for your travel to Hawaii. There are 4…

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Happy family of four in Hawaii; money savings stack; credit cards and travel companies logos

Why You Need Travel Protection for Your Hawaii Vacation

July 8, 2020 HomeyHawaii Comments 0 Comment

Many people travel during their time away from life’s obligations. From visiting relatives to going abroad to see new lands, we tend to go and want to enjoy the trip to the fullest. This is especially true when we go across seas, as we don’t want to have to worry about such things as where our luggage is or what happens if a flight gets canceled. However, these things can happen. A flight becomes delayed or a medical emergency comes…

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Not Your Average Aloha Shirt – Best Places to Shop for Aloha Wear That Won’t Make You Look Like a Tourist

July 5, 2020 Crystal Cook Comments 1 comment

When you’re traveling to a destination, the last thing that you want to do is to stand out like a sore thumb. That is, you want to blend in with the crowd and not have your outfit silently scream “tourist”. And when you’re traveling to Oahu — there is no exception. Fortunately for you — in Hawaii — the tourists are everywhere. The locals, or kamaʻāina, enjoy their fair share of aloha shirts and colorful print muʻumuʻus. But how can…

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The last rays of the sun through the trees in Kauai.

7 Best Places for Nightlife in Kauai

July 3, 2020 Susan Reach Comments 0 Comment

In comparison to the daytime activities, nightlife in Kauai may well be described as limited. Nightlife entertainment on the island are not, however, completely non-existent. Here are a few places you can visit for Kauaii nighttime activities. Header image by Garden State Hiker. Trees Lounge Trees Lounge is located at 440 Aleka Place, Kapaa, on the east side of the island. It is known for offering island music, drinks, food, and other kinds of entertainment from Monday to Saturday. One…

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Waimoku Falls at the end of Pipiwai trail on Maui.

Hike the Pipiwai Trail to Breathtaking Waimoku Falls

May 28, 2020 Andrew Coghill Comments 0 Comment

Finding the Pipiwai Trail Where is everybody? Early in the morning I stood in the middle of the Hana Highway, 12 miles south of the town of Hana, without a car in sight and the only noise a remembrance of waves from the Pacific Ocean crashing beside my overnight campsite. The deserted highway had lost its center line – a few hours’ drive from the buzz of resorts and surf shops – and had tapered into a sleepy country lane…

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Hawaii with kids: a baby sitting in calm and protected waters in Hawaii

Safety Tips for Traveling to Hawaii with Kids

May 16, 2020 Carolyn Landis Comments 0 Comment

Hawaii is, without a doubt, one of the best family destinations. The warm ocean water, sandy beaches, and friendly people with an exciting and hospitable culture justifies the claim. At the same time, traveling to Hawaii with kids will require some advanced preparation. However, with the right traveling tips, you can have a smooth experience for everyone. Header photo by Wes Miracle. Flying to Hawaii with Kids Unless your kids are used to long trips, you’ll need to prepare so…

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The Menehune are smart and strong mythical dwarf people of Hawaiian folklore. The legends tell us that the Menehune built temples and fishponds, loved to sing and dance, and shot arrows from magical bows to make people fall in love.

Menehune, Hawaiian Leprechauns

April 5, 2020 Dennis Gregory Comments 0 Comment

Lose your keys, it’s the Menehune. Can’t find your purse? The Menehune stole it. If you can’t find something, they took it. Stealing little things is part of their rascally nature. When you eventually find what you lost, it’s them giving it back to you. So who are these Menehune? Picture elves dressed in Hawaiian Ti-leaves between 6 inches and 2 feet tall, very smart, strong and skilled in building things with rocks. That’s the ancient, mythical Hawaiian dwarf called…

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Kamaole Sands condo resort - over 400 Hawaii vacation rental condos

A Few Reasons to Choose a Hawaii Vacation Rental for Your Next Visit to the Islands

April 4, 2020 HomeyHawaii Comments 4 comments

One of the most important decisions you’ll make when planning your vacation is choosing where to stay. Should you book a room at a charming inn, an all-inclusive package at luxury resort, a shared AirBnB or a Hawaii vacation rental property? While all accommodation types have their own benefits and uses, staying in a vacation rental is often the better choice for folks looking for more space, comfort and privacy. And don’t forget the savings galore! If you have never…

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Illustration of an umbrella, protecting tropical landscape from snow

Travel Insurance for Vacation Rentals

February 27, 2020 HomeyHawaii Comments 1 comment

Are you looking forward to your next vacation? More people nowadays opt to stay in vacation rental properties, enjoying their time away in ample home-like accommodations. Travel Insurance for Vacation Rentals is an essential part of planning your coveted once-a-year (for most folks) time to rest and recover. Whether you need to cancel your trip or interrupt it due to sickness or weather conditions, you can get professional assistance and recover your funds with the right travel protection plan. VRBO…

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