How much should you allow when considering your travel budget?

How much should you allow when considering your travel budget?

Written by Marie Glodt a Maui travel agent and Hawaiian Destination specialist.

When I ask clients their travel budget their answer is always the same. “I want the best price.”
As a travel agent based here on Maui part of my job is to get you the best value for your travel package. The other portion of my job is to find out what property is going to fit your needs including your travel budget.

When figuring out your travel budget there is many things to take in consideration.

1. Length of stay
2. View type required
3. Type of accommodations
4. What size vehicle works best for you?
5. It is best not to include your tours, activities or meals into your travel package budget.
6. When giving a dollar figure for your budget do not give a per person rate.

If you are visiting Hawaii on your vacation and you plan on visiting more than one island you should allow 9-14 days.

View types range from the least expensive view (standard) to the most expensive view type (ocean front). I always tell clients to go with the best view type your budget allows. The view type will be something you will remember when you look back on your vacation years from now!

Accommodations range from “no frills” or 1-2 star properties to “luxury” hotel or condos with 4-5 star ratings.

Most travel packages are based on double occupancy in their pricing. Giving a per person rate will not be ½ the cost of a double occupancy. This holds true on cruises and most travel packages.

When considering your departure city the closest airport isn’t always the best option. Many times the smaller airports have little or no competition and their airfare reflects this. It is advisable to consult a travel specialist to help you find the best departure city to save you money and time!

For more information click on our FAQ page at http://www.traveltomaui.net/php/travel-faq.php

For a quote request or to schedule a consulting appointment please contact Travel to Maui www.traveltomaui.net

5 reasons to have your honeymoon in Hawaii

Written by Marie Glodt
Hawaiian Destination Specialist at Travel to Maui

1.) Hawaii is one of the most romantic places in the United States, and one of the top honeymoon locations in the world!

2.) Customize your honeymoon package by including a “romance package” in your travel plans. This varies depending on hotel and costs. A few examples would be a dinner for two under the stars, tandem massage in an ocean front cabana, and more!

3.) The Hawaiian Islands offers an array of ocean activities to complete your holiday. The most popular water sports would be: a dinner cruise, snorkel trip, whale watching (December-April), and scuba diving.

4.) Hawaii has some of the best beaches in the world. Here is a short list of the most popular beaches here in Hawaii: Waikiki (Oahu), Wailea & Kaanapali Beach (Maui), Poipu (Kauai), Manele Bay (Lanai), Punaluu & Kauna’ oa Bay (the big island of Hawaii).

5.) Hawaii is a great value for your travel dollar! Book early and save. It is suggested you book your honeymoon 6-12 months in advance if possible.


For assistance with your travel plans to Hawaii please contact the experts at Travel to Maui. www.traveltomaui.net

You do not marry someone you can live with; you marry someone who you cannot live without

Photo credit to Four Seasons Hawaii

Honeymoons in Hawaii

Honeymoons in Hawaii

When booking your honeymoon package to Hawaii please consider working with a Hawaiian destination specialist. One such specialist is Marie Glodt from Travel to Maui. “Honeymoon packages to Hawaii are our speciality!”

“Besides our great rates using our discount Hawaiian wholesalers, we also provide you travel tips and our first hand knowledge of each and every property we offer our clients!”

Travel to Maui is located on the sunny shores of Maui, Hawaii. “Our local contacts here in Hawaii will V.I.P your reservation to make your vacation feel extra special!” This is one of the many benefits to using a Hawaiian based travel agency!

Considering a honeymoon registry? We work with the best companies to make your honeymoon extra special. This can include car and hotel upgrades, tours and excursions, donations to charities, etc.

Here are a few comments from our “happy couples”:

Marie,
Thank you again for making our trip such a memorable one. Mahalo,
Ben and Karen Challiou

Overall, we had a fantastic time in Maui. Thanks, Marie, for all your help and suggestions. Everywhere we went, people were congratulating us on our recent marriage and took care of us.
Thanks again and let me know if I can do anything else to help you.
Todd & Sana Clegg

I will recommend you and your services to all of my friends...I will also send this on to our wedding coordinator who gave me your name and email address. This was a great experience for us. Thank you for everything! Boy were YOU a great find! Thank you Carolyn for giving me Marie's business name! You are both wonderful! Aloha!
Amy & Brent Christensen

Are you ready to make your honeymoon plans come true? Then contact the staff at Travel to Maui at www.traveltomaui.net