Tours and hotels on Kauai

As a resident of Hawaii I get asked all the time, “where do you go on vacation?” The answer varies depending on the resident, but for me I normally enjoy my time relaxing on the beach somewhere here in Hawaii. Last week I had the privilege to be invited on the Kauai Visitor Bureau Master Specialist Program. This invitation only event is limited to a select few travel professionals from around the United States.

We started our trip by enjoying the beautiful sunset by the pool at the Courtyard Marriott in Kapaa. In addtion to this property being a great value it also has a wonderful pool, clean and comfortable rooms, and air conditioning!!! Many properties on the island of Kauai do not have a/c. You will find a/c mostly in deluxe or luxury properties such as the Grand Hyatt.

I have been to Kauai many times over the years, but this trip was a mixture of business and pleasure. Not only did we scout out great hotels and condos on the island, but we also experienced some the best tours Kauai has to offer.


Our tours ranged from the relaxing river boat tour with the Smith’s Fern Grotto, to the exciting mountain tubing with Kauai.


Mountain tubing is really fun for all ages. This ditch and tunnel system once irrigated vast sugar crops and has been unused since sugar was taken out of production in 2000. This water system runs through some of the most beautiful lush and remote land on the island of Kauai. The waters originate near the top of Mount Wai’ale’ale, one of the wettest spots in the world. These ditches were hand-dug by plantation workers over a century ago.


We also went on a fantastic dinner cruise off the Na Pali Coast line. This rugged coast line is an amazing sight of endless shades of green! The night I did this trip we had dolphins swimming right next to the boat. Just a side note. This trip is not for the folks who get sea sick. As the waters can get rough due to the winds and seas.

Kauai is full of fun things to do, or just relax and do nothing at all! Kauai is also known for her beautiful spas. Enjoy your romantic honeymoon on Kauai getting a couple massage, listening to a waterfall as colorful Koi fish swim by.

For a quote on your vacation to Hawaii contact the experts at  Travel to Maui http://www.traveltomaui.net

Kauai the island of Discovery. Written by Marie Glodt Hawaii Destination Specialist and Kauai Master certified with the Hawaii Visitor Bureau and travel agent at Travel to Maui located in Hawaii.

Expert advice on pet sitting from PSI

7/12/12 Aloha from Maui, Hawaii. Today I would like to welcome to Travel to Maui our guest blogger: Kitsey Burns, Communications Specialist for Pet Sitters International www.petsit.com


A wedding is a most joyous occasion for any couple, but there can also be a lot of stress involved in planning a wedding, especially when travel is involved. One of the many things to consider is what to do with pets when planning a trip.

While many pet-owners are now making an effort to include their pets in the wedding festivities this is not always feasible. Especially if you are having a destination wedding! Pet-owners should have the peace of mind that their pets are being properly cared for while they are celebrating their nuptials.

More people are turning to professional pet sitters to assist in the care of their precious family members. PSI pet sitters currently make more than 10 million visits to pet-owning homes each year.

Pets typically experience less stress and anxiety over their owner’s absence when they can remain in a familiar environment. Pet sitters make this possible with daily visits to your home.

In addition to meals, exercise, playtime and cleaning, pet sitters may also administer medications, walk dogs, and perform overnight visits as well as any other pet care duties. Pet sitters also provide vital home care and crime deterrent services such as mail and newspaper pick up, plant care and watering, rotating lights, opening and closing blinds, and placing trash outside for pick up.

Most importantly, you can relax and enjoy your wedding or vacation knowing that a knowledgeable professional is caring for your home and pet.

PSI makes it easy to find in-home pet care from a pet sitter with tailor-made services to care for your pet while you are away. The Pet Sitter Locator contains a complete listing of over 7,000 members worldwide. Be sure to ask for a bonded and insured pet sitter!

PSI also offers a wealth of resources for pet-owners including tips on conducting a pet-sitter interview, information for pet-owners who do plan to travel with pets and much more!www.petsit.com Pet Sitters International Founded by Patti Moran in 1994, Pet Sitters International (PSI) is the world’s largest educational association for professional pet sitters, representing more than 7,000 independent professional in-home pet care businesses in the United States, Canada and abroad.

Kapalua Wine & Food Festival 2009

Kapalua Wine & Food Festival

On June 11, 2009, the longest-running and most prestigious festival of its kind in Hawaii, celebrates 28 years of fine food and wine with a four-day culinary extravaganza! Inspired by innovation, excellence and intimacy, the 28th annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival explores some the most exciting trends in the gastronomic world. This 4 day event is not to be missed.

Contact Travel to Maui at www.traveltomaui.net for details and pricing for travel packages and wine festival tickets.