Hawaii Vacation Connection

Aloha Bruce and Lanai dive into a discussion about Hawaii’s food options for vacationers on the latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast. Lanai knows Hawaii’s food culture as well as anyone, and he offers his insight about how best to enjoy dining in the Aloha State. Later, our hosts offer important tips on getting around during […]

Aloha Bruce and Lanai Tabura start off our latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast with a conversation about staying safe in Hawaii when vacationing in the islands. Lanai says, “Get the travel insurance.” Our hosts discuss the “never turn your back on the ocean” advice that sometimes goes unheeded by careless and hapless visitors who end […]

Aloha Bruce discusses the concept of “Malama Hawaii” on the new Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast, taking a look at what it really means. Bruce explores the difference between Malama Hawaii and the “Aloha Spirit”, and he offers seasoned advice for visitors who are interested in finding true aloha. Bruce explains that the “Aloha Spirit” is […]

Aloha Bruce shares his personal best Oahu hotel picks, from budget to luxury for the latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast. He starts off with some of the latest news affecting Hawaii travel, including potential plans for a “vaccine passport” possibly letting travelers with proof of a full COVID-19 vaccination avoid a mandatory quarantine without testing […]

On our latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast, Aloha Bruce is talking about Hawaii weddings and the fact that Honolulu Mayor Blangiardi announced an easing of restrictions to begin soon, to allow up to 100 guests for outdoor weddings. He shares some encouraging news about Hawaii’s recovery and the increase in COVID-19 vaccinations here. Bruce notes […]

Aloha Bruce offers an update on tourism in Hawaii and talks about the possibility of the and quarantine exemptions for Hawaii travelers. Bruce notes straight away that as of Sunday, March 21, having received a COVID vaccination does not exempt Hawaii arrivals from the current mandatory testing and quarantine requirements. Bruce says that possibly by […]

On the latest Hawaii Vacation Podcast, hosts Aloha Bruce and Lanai Tabura offer some important tips on budgeting for your Hawaii Vacation to make the most of savings and special offers. Bruce says the timing of your vacation is key, as demand for flights and accommodations are likely to increase quickly as the COVID vaccine […]

Aloha Bruce has some important travel news and great hawaii hotel deals on this February 28, 2021 Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast. He starts with “something you should definitely not do”, a story about two people who tried to bribe their way into avoiding Hawaii’s travel requirements and ended up in jail. He notes that are […]

Aloha Bruce breaks down the specifics of booking beachside accommodations on our latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast. Bruce says he’s confident in Hawaii’s reopening to tourism as cases trend downward and COVID-19 vaccines become more available. He also notes the success of the state’s Hawaii Safe Travels program and the benefit of vacationing n Hawaii. […]

Aloha Bruce is joined by Volcano Eco Retreat owners Gabby and Tony Aziz for the latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast to talk about their unique Big Island vacation property on the slopes of Kilauea Volcano. Tony and Gabby found out about Bruce and through the Hawaii Vacation connection podcast in 2018, They used tips from […]

On this February 12, 2021, Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast, Aloha Bruce shares news of two great properties reopening, and answers the question; Can you find deals to Hawaii as a result of the pandemic? booking a last-minute Hawaii vacation. Bruce starts off with a story about an email from a podcast listener who is staying […]

The February 4, 2021 Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast features host Aloha Bruce commenting on the remarkably high level of Happy Hawaii visitors and satisfaction according to a recent survey conducted by the Hawaii Tourism Association. 94% percent of people polled said that their Hawaii vacation experience exceeded their expectations, with a vast majority saying their […]

Aloha Bruce is solo for the January 24, 2021 Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast to talk about making smart Hawaii Vacation Decisions or your Hawaii vacation. Bruce starts off by noting the many decisions to be considered when planning your dream vacation. Bruce discusses the importance of planning and decision making when traveling with a family […]

After catching up on the latest news and some shout outs to listeners, the podcast focuses on Part 2 on location from the Fairmont Orchid Resort in Kohala on Hawaii Island, hosts Aloha Bruce and Lanai Tabura welcome General Manager Charles Head (and commend him for a stylish Tori Richards aloha print facemask). He is […]

The first Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast of 2021 is on location at the Fairmont Orchid on the Big Island to talk about what it means to be rediscovering Hawaii. In part 1 of this series, our hosts Aloha Bruce and Lanai start of with a quick shout-out to Blue Hawaii Helicopter Tours for an amazing […]

Our latest Hawaii Vacation Connection has Aloha Bruce providing some developments in Hawaii vacation news and talking about Booking Hawaii Family Vacations. He also notes Hawaii’s superstar NFL quarterback Tua Tagavailoa leading the Miami Dolphins to victory over New England Patriots today, December 20 (Bruce is a huge fan, as are many Hawaii residents). Bruce […]

Aloha Bruce is back in the studio for the December 13, 2020 episode of the Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast. Bruce is talking about Safe Hawaii activities for Adults and Kids to enjoy during a Hawaii vacation, especially for visitors traveling with children and people with no experience. Bruce notes that he and the Hawaii Aloha […]

Here’s how to earn Free Hawaii hotel nights on your next Hawaiian Vacation. is the latest campaign rolled out by the state of Hawaii to bring awareness to people visiting the islands to help take care of the islands by being mindful of the importance of taking care of the land and treating the islands […]

Aloha Bruce is solo with the latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast to talk about Hawaii’s quarantine requirement for Hawaii visitors, and about some of the copious misinformation about traveling to and vacationing in Hawaii. Bruce notes that Governor David Ige has announced a mandatory negative COVID-19 test result pre-boarding a Hawaii-bound flight beginning Tuesday, November […]

Today, Bruce talks about how the Hawaii Safe Travels App has matured only after its launch a little more than a month ago.