What to do in Hawaii in June

Aloha from Hawaii,

Todays blog is covering local events happening in Hawaii for the month of June 2012. Maui: June 8-10 Kapalua Wine and Food Festival will be celebrating their 31st year making wine and food magic on the island of Maui. 808-665-7231 www.kapalua.com

June 13-17 Wailea and Kahului will be hosting the annual Maui Film Festival. For times and locations contact 808-579-9244 www.mauifilmfestival.com

June 24 Kahului K Ho’alu Festival at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center from 2-7pm. FREE

Kauai: June 3-Kapa’a Tastes of Hawaii ultimate Sunday Brunch. Smith Tropical Paradise 11:30-3:30 www.tasteofhawaii.com

June 16-17-Hanalei American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Hanalei being held at Wai’oli Park 808-246-0695 www.relayforlife.org/hanaleihi

June 27-30-Lihue 5th Annual Red Clay Jazz Festival at the Kauai Lagoons Resort. 808-822-3148 www.redclayjazz.org or www.kauaifestivals.com

Ongoing on Kauai Kapa’a Slack Key Saturdays Na Keiki O Ka Aina Cultural Center 5pm $15-20 www.hawaiianslcakkeyguitar.com 808-826-1469 Lihue on Saturdays Larry Rivera aka “Mr. Coco Palms” sings songs, talks story and shares his memories at the Kauai Museum 808-245-6931

Big Island of Hawaii: June 2 In Waimea see the Brothers Cazimero in concert. Featuring chants, dances and Hawaiian music. Kahilu Theatre 808-885-6868

June 11 King Kamehameha Day Celebration being held in Kohala at the Kamehameha Park. FREE! Oahu: June 8-10 Honolulu and Waikiki will be a buzz with the Pan Pacific Festival. This will feature hula festival, parade and more!
June 9 Honolulu The King Kamehameha Celebration Floral Parade begins in downtown Honolulu and ends at Kapi’olani Park. FREE! www.hawaii.gov/dags/kamehameha
June 9 Honolulu will host the lei draping ceremony at the Statue of King Kamehameha . FREE! 3:30pm www.hawaii.gov/dags/kamehameha

Ongoing on Oahu: Saturdays and Sundays check at Art on the Zoo Fence. 9am-4pm FREE! www.artonthezoofence.com

For more information about Hawaiian vacations or to schedule a consulting appointment with one of our Hawaii Specialists contact us at http://www.traveltomaui.net Travel to Maui is a Hawaiian travel agency located on the beautiful island of Maui, Hawaii.

We specialize in honeymoons, and destination weddings to Hawaii and Tahiti. Travel to Maui is a proud member of the Hawaii Visitor and Convention Bureau.

Fun things to do in Hawaii

Written by Marie Glodt at Travel to Maui

As a Hawaiian Destination Specialist, and travel agent at Travel to Maui I get asked all the time “What is fun to do in Hawaii?” Or “Can you tell me the things I can miss while I am there?”

Hawaii is blessed with wonderful year round weather. Our average temperature is 75-85 degrees Fahrenheit. This allows you as a visitor (and me as a resident) to enjoy the sunny outdoors year round!

Listed below are a few of my favorite things to do in the Hawaiian Islands. This includes: Maui, Molokai, Kauai, Oahu, and the Big Island of Hawaii.

Hawaii is filled with a rich heritage. The Native Hawaiian people ancestry can be found on all the islands in our museums, ancient fishponds, petroglyphs (fragile rock drawings), and on the island of Oahu the residence of royalty.

Oahu: The gathering Place Oahu is home to some of the finest museum and historical sites in the islands. Historical sites on Oahu would include the Arizona Memorial, Bishop Museum, Iolani Palace, Mission House Museum, or the Dole Plantation. Ride a Hawaiian canoe or learn how to surf on world famous Waikiki Beach.

Maui: The Magic Isle Maui is filled with wide variety of tours and activities. This includes everything from agricultural tours- zip line rides over lush green valleys. Maui also has also been noted more than once for having the best beaches and traditional Hawaiian luaus.

Kauai: The Garden Island
One of my favorite tours is the combination zip line tour with a 30 minute horseback ride on the north shore. A few more fun tours would be the mountain tubing, river kayaking or stand up paddling

Lanai: Hawaii’s Most Enticing Island Snorkel at Hulop’e Bay. This beautiful site was once an ancient Hawaiian village. It is known for the frequent sighting of the Hawaiian spinner dolphins

Lanai is home to 2 award winning golf courses. Both ranked the best in the country.
Sporting clays, archery and air rifles is another exciting adventure available on the island of Lanai.

Molokai: Hawaiian by Nature Ride a mule to Kalaupapa. This steep 3 mile trail to Kalaupapa Peninsula is Molokai most famous activity or tour.

Check out Molokai ancient fishpond dating back to the 13th century.

The big island of Hawaii: Hawaii’s Island of Adventure
The island of Hawaii is the only island in the state with an active volcano. I have flown over it by helicopter. I have seen the lava flowing into the sea while cruising by on my 7 day cruise of the islands. Both options were AMAZING! It is a must do when you are in Hawaii.

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Fun things to see and do in Hawaii in 2011

As the weather starts to cool in the United States and Canada many folks start thinking of a vacation or holiday in a warmer climate.



With year round weather in Hawaii averaging 75 degrees it is no wonder a Hawaiian vacation is most people’s first choice.

One of the benefits of booking your travel early is you get the best travel promotions.
It also allows you time to plan what you are going to see and do when you are in Hawaii.

As a Hawaii travel agent and resident of the island of Maui I like to promote events that may not be in any guide book or online website.

Listed here for your convenience are a few of my favorite events upcoming in Hawaii for 2011.


Starting in December the humpback whales start arriving from the cooler waters in Alaska. Whale watch tours are done on all of the islands, but I find that Maui has the calmest waters and best conditions for viewing whales.

In addition to our seasonal whale watching tours you can also enjoy a festive luau, a beautiful snorkel sail, romantic dinner cruises or just hop in your car and drive around the island checking out the local events.

Kauai:
Friday 2/11/11 Come join us at the 11th Annual Waimea Round up Rodeo for information contact Chelsie at 808-652-3770
Sunday 3/19/11 42nd Annual Prince Kuhio Long Distance Canoe Race. This free event is held from 8-11:00am. Contact Polai Kane at 808-651-2996.
Sunday 4/30/11 It is the 3rd Annual Kauai Loves you Triathlon for details contact Dan at 808-639-8792
Ongoing events for Kauai:

Every Friday and Sunday Hawaiian Slack Key at the Hanalei Community Center
For prices and times please contact Sandy at 808-826-1469


Hawaii aka “The Big Island”


2/17-2/20/11 Ukulele and Slack Key Guitar Institute
For more information contact http://kahilutheatre.org/

4/24-4/30/11 Merrie Monarch Festival
This 4 day event is hula at it’s finest. www.merriemonarchfestival.org


Oahu:
1/10-1/16/11 Sony Open at the Waialae Country Club
This is the first of the PGA tour for 2011 is held on Oahu. For more information contact http://www.sonyopeninhawaii.com

1/30/11 NFL Pro Bowl held at the Aloha Stadium
For ticket information and times contact http://nflonlocation.net/probowl.php



3/11-3/13 The 17th annual Honolulu Festival
Live performances on March 12th and March 13th at four different venues: Hawaii Convention Center, Ala Moana Shopping Center, Waikiki Beach Walk and Waikiki Shopping Plaza. Entertainment and demonstrations are complimentary. http://www.honolulufestival.com





Maui:
January 3rd – 9th: Hyundai Tournament of Champions
The Plantation Course, Kapalua Resort for information: (888) 665-9160.


Saturday 2/19/11 is Whale Day on Maui.
This annual event is held in Kihei, Hawaii and is fun for the whole family. You will find handmade items made right here on Maui, great food, live music, silent auction and more. For information contact http://www.mauiwhalefestival.org

February19th: Maui Humane Society’s Furball
Honoring the service animals and men and women who served our country. http://www.mauihumane.org/


Ongoing events on Maui:

Haku Baldwin Center is looking for volunteers on Maui
Volunteer a portion of your time while you are here on Maui. This nonprofit organization uses pet therapy to assist folks in hospitals and long term facilities. www.causes.com/hakubaldwincenter

First night in Wailuku This monthly event is held the first Friday night of the month.
Join us for food, shopping and lots of fun. For more information contact 808-878-1888

Every Saturday from 7-11am Olowalu Cultural Reserve Community Work Day
The Olowalu Cultural Reserve, a non-profit organization, invites you to participate in a volunteer work day to assist in rebuilding an ahupua'a. Tasks include the removal of non-native plant species, building taro patches, trail restoration and planting Native Hawaiian plants and agricultural products. www.olowalu.net/index.cfm?fuseaction=ig.page&CategoryID=28
Free Hula Shows at 7:00pm every Tuesday & Thursday! Free Keiki (kids) Hula Show 1pm ever Saturday & Sunday at the Cannery Mall in Lahaina. For information call 808-661-5304

Check out Requests Hawaii Maui’s #1 record shop located in Wailuku 808-244-9315

Looking for something romantic to do on your honeymoon in Hawaii or Valentine Day? Try this luxurious Lavender For Two 3 1/2 Hours (250 minutes), $645.00 1 hour in the Terme, 25-minute side by side lavender exfoliation, 50 minute side by side lavender crystal energy body cocoons, 50 minute lavender body butter massage and two lunch vouchers. https://www.spa-booker.com/Customer/MakeAppointment/Search.aspx?AccountName=gwr

All information listed above is subject to change without notice.

Didn’t find what you were looking for? Visit the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau website at http://www.gohawaii.com

Travel to Maui provides quality travel packages to Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand and Australia. If you would like a quote for your vacation to Paradise, or to schedule a consulting appointment with one of our travel experts please contact us at www.traveltomaui.net

Written by Marie Glodt at Travel to Maui

Photo credit to the Hawaiian visitors and convention bureau