A Travel Advisor’s Guide to the Hawaiian Islands

After an action-packed day discovering the beautiful Hawaiian Islands, your guests can relax while enjoying the best of Hawaii’s warmth and friendly hospitality with these top-notch, welcoming hotels and activity providers. Read on to find out all about our travel advisor’s guide to the Hawaiian Islands.

Where to Stay by Land

Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach sits where the city meets the sand with a sophisticated, awe-inspiring design that pays homage to Hawaii’s rich cultural heritage. With airy rooms surrounded by serene blue and green ocean, Diamond Head and Waikiki, Alohilani Resort offers a refreshing balance of energy and relaxation in a lively, urban location. Alohilani Resort is a destination for travelers and locals alike with exclusive amenities, including two restaurants by internationally acclaimed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto, Swell seascape pool deck and bar, a captivating 280,000-gallon Oceanarium, and a rooftop fitness experience including sunset yoga, tennis lessons, batting cages and more.

Marriott Hawaii

With the most oceanfront hotels in Hawaii, guests staying at one of Marriott International’s properties can experience newly transformed resorts with a Commitment to Clean, stunning infinity pools and sandy beaches while mindfully connecting with the local culture and landscape. Marriott has resorts on Kaua’i, Oahu, Maui, and the Island of Hawaii.

One of the standout Marriott resorts in Honolulu is the completely transformed Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa, a beachfront hotel with unparalleled service, thoughtful amenities, and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. Located in the heart of Waikiki Beach next to Lë’ahi (Diamond Head), this resort is highlighted by the all-new Queensbreak amenity deck, Waikiki’s largest outdoor entertainment space featuring two pools, an oversized hot tub, cabanas, a restaurant, and a bar floating among palm trees overlooking Queens, the most famous surf break on Waikiki. Guests can take in soothing ocean breezes from the private lanais of their newly renovated hotel room or suite, complete with island-style décor and indulgent bedding. The resort offers a diverse selection of award-winning restaurants, serving everything from local dishes to dry-aged steaks.

The Kahala Hotel & Resort

The legendary Kahala Hotel & Resort in Oahu is an oceanfront, destination luxury property known for its gracious Hawaiian hospitality. Located just minutes from Waikiki, guests enjoy serenity in its oceanfront setting, which features tropical gardens and a private lagoon. World leaders, royalty, rock bands, and Oscar winners call the 338-room resort their Hawaiian home away from home.

Sumptuous guest rooms and suites offer luxurious amenities and views of the Pacific, from Lë’ahi (Diamond Head) to Koko Head crater and the Ko’olau  Range. There are five dining options, menus from diverse cultural influences, and a world-class spa, where a suite becomes your private retreat. As a Virtuoso resort, your clients get the following amenities: a complimentary upgrade to the next room category upon check-in based on availability, a daily break for up to two guests per room, a $100USD resort credit, complimentary Wi-Fi, and early check-in and late check out.

Cruise your Way to the Islands of Hawaii

Norwegian Cruise Lines

Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Pride of America is the only ship that sails from Honolulu every Saturday, visiting 4 Islands in 7 days with overnights in Maui and Kauai. Your clients can explore more with no-sea days and overnight stays in Maui and Kaua‘i, giving them plenty of time to experience Hawai‘i from sea to summit. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the culture, sights, and local flavors of five unique ports, including Oahu, Maui, Hilo, Kona, and Kauai. To make the most of your time in the region, embark on the recently refurbished Norwegian Spirit and witness the South Pacific’s untouched islands on a Hawaii and French Polynesia cruise.

Princess offers Aloha Spirit Program

When traveling with Princess on a Hawaiian Cruise, guests will have an opportunity to experience the local culture once their Princess Cruise is docked at one of the many ports around the islands.

Whether you have a big appetite or simply want to immerse yourself in Hawaiian culture, the Aloha Spirit Program is a perfect way. By opting for the Aloha Spirit Program, you can taste the local flavor and step back in history to see Hawaii as it was decades ago; enjoy an Aloha sail away deck party, engage in a hula session, and view classic Hawaiian movies. The program also allows you to learn the native language through a lesson series and offers a taste of Hawaiian-inspired cuisine like grilled Ono steak with lime butter or Kalua duck with plum wine sauce.

There are many Hawaiian Princess cruise vacations to choose from, but one Princess ship you should consider is the Grand Princess, which visits some of the most exciting Hawaiian ports.

Hawaii Itinerary Planning

Pleasant Activities

No matter how your clients like to spend their Hawaiian vacation, Pleasant Activities can help you plan their itinerary with the perfect tours, day trips, and adventures to make their vacation truly memorable. From water sports to sightseeing at the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor to a scenic sunset cruise or authentic luau, Pleasant Activities can make sure that your clients check off all the attractions on their list of things to do while they’re on vacation, making it easy and stress-free for you as their travel advisor.

With so many different vacation options, there is no time like the present to share the majestic and magical Hawaiian Islands with your clients.