
Hawaii's Best: Travel Tips and Guides for Your Hawaii Vacation
Bryan Murphy of Hawaii's Best | Hawaii Travel Tips & Vacation Planning
Dreaming of a Hawaii vacation that’s unforgettable, authentic, and stress-free? This podcast helps you plan it—start to finish.
This is the go-to podcast for families, first-time visitors, and seasoned travelers wanting to plan a seamless and memorable Hawaii vacation.
Hosted by a certified Hawaii destination expert from the Hawaii Visitors Bureau and with over 30+ visits, this podcast offers insider tips, budget-friendly recommendations, and essential insights to help you create the ultimate Hawaii vacation!
What to Expect:
This podcast helps you discover the best of Hawaii. Whether it’s your first visit or your tenth to Hawaii, you’ll uncover unique experiences on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, the Big Island, Lanai, and Molokai. With travel tips and guidance, you’ll stay updated on the latest travel news and learn how to explore Hawaii responsibly. Hear from local voices who share their stories, insights, and recommendations, connecting you to Hawaii’s rich culture and traditions.
What You’ll Discover:
This travel podcast is packed with traveling tips and travel hacks to help you explore the Hawaiian Islands responsibly and authentically. From supporting local businesses to immersing yourself in Hawaiian culture, we’ll show you how to make the most of your visit to Hawaii. Whether it’s your first time or your tenth, you’ll find practical advice and inspiring ideas to ensure your journey through the Hawaii Islands is meaningful, memorable, and filled with aloha.
Who’s Behind Hawaii’s Best:
After his first visit to Hawaii, Bryan Murphy, owner of HawaiisBestTravel.com and certified Hawaii destination expert, fell in love with Hawaii and made it his mission to learn everything he could. Now, after 30 visits and countless conversations with locals and Native Hawaiians, he’s sharing his experiences to help others explore Hawaii authentically.
Are you dreaming of visiting Hawaii? Or planning a trip to Hawaii and not sure where to start? Maybe you’ve been to Hawaii before and want to explore even more of the islands.
Tune in each week for concise, value-packed solo episodes and inspiring guest interviews to help Hawaii travel made easy.
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Most visitors to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park miss the best sights—and sometimes even the lava—simply because they don’t have a solid plan. With unpredictable eruptions and so much ground to cover, it’s easy to waste time or leave disappointed. This episode reveals how to make the most of your day, avoid common mistakes, and leave with the kind of memories most visitors miss by sharing the exact one-day route, practical tips for timing and packing, and a clear plan for your visit. Become a ...
Previous episodes
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166 - Ultimate Hawaii Volcanoes National Park 1-Day Itinerary: Lava Viewing, Must-See Sights & Hidden Gems *member's only trailer Thu, 19 Jun 2025
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165 - The Kahala Hotel & Resort: An Honest Review of Our Stay in Oahu’s Hidden Luxury Mon, 16 Jun 2025
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164 - Are Hawaiian Luaus Worth It? How to Find Authentic Luaus Without Overspending *members only trailer Thu, 12 Jun 2025
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163 - Don’t Visit Kauai Without Knowing This Mon, 09 Jun 2025
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162 - Oahu First-Timer’s Guide: Insider Tips & Hidden Gems for a Stress-Free Trip Thu, 05 Jun 2025
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161 - Hawaii’s NEW Visitor Fees That Will Catch Most by Surprise *members only trailer Mon, 02 Jun 2025
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160 - Hawaii in Summertime: 7 Essential Activities That Guarantee an Unforgettable Trip Thu, 29 May 2025
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159 - Want More Hawaii? Here’s What’s Next! Thu, 22 May 2025
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158 - 10 Kauai Travel Tips in Under 10 Minutes Mon, 19 May 2025
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157 - Don’t Visit Maui for the First Time Without Knowing This Thu, 15 May 2025
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156 - Island Hopping in Hawaii: Everything You Must Know Mon, 12 May 2025
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155 - First Time to Hawaii? Plan Your Trip Like A Pro Thu, 08 May 2025
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154 - Best Time to Visit Hawaii for Families: Low Prices and Quiet Beaches (+ 3 Weeks to Skip) Mon, 05 May 2025
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153 - 6 Must-See Sunset Spots on Oahu, Hawaii: Waikiki and Beyond Thu, 01 May 2025
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152 - 10 Maui Travel Tips in Under 10 Minutes Mon, 28 Apr 2025
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151 - Maui Food Guide: 27 MORE Local Spots You Can't Miss (From a Local) - Part 2 Thu, 24 Apr 2025
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150 - 7 Must-Know Things Before Visiting Hawaii Mon, 21 Apr 2025
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149 - Maui Food Guide: 14 Local Spots You Can't Miss (From a Local) - Part 1 Thu, 17 Apr 2025
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148 - No Real ID, No Hawaii? Why You Could Be Denied Boarding After May 7, 2025 Mon, 14 Apr 2025
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147 - The Hidden Oahu Gem Where Locals Eat: How bEASTside Kitchen Welcomes Everyone Like Ohana Thu, 10 Apr 2025
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146 - 5 Dangerous Animals in Hawaii: Keeping You Safe While in Hawaii Mon, 07 Apr 2025
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145 - 10 Hawaii Travel Tips in Under 10 Minutes Wed, 02 Apr 2025
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144 - The Ultimate 7-Day Kauai Itinerary: From Hidden Gems to Must-Do Activities Wed, 26 Mar 2025
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143 - 7 Best Shave Ice Spots on Kauai That Locals Love (And Visitors Shouldn’t Miss!) Fri, 21 Mar 2025
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142 - Planning Your First Trip to Kauai? Here’s 7 Must-Know Travel Tips Before Visiting Wed, 19 Mar 2025
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141 - Hidden Waikiki: What the Hawaii Tourist Brochures Won’t Tell You | Kamaka Pili Wed, 12 Mar 2025
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140 - 5 Common Mistakes Visitors Make Visiting Hawaii (from a Native Hawaiian) Fri, 07 Mar 2025
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139 - How to Visit Hawaii With Aloha: A Conversation With Kamaka Pili, Native Hawaiian Cultural Practitioner Wed, 05 Mar 2025
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138 - Illegal Hawaii Vacation Rentals: What Every Traveler Needs to Know (and 3 Steps to Stay Legal) Fri, 28 Feb 2025
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137 - 3 Mistakes to Avoid When Picking the Best Time to Visit Hawaii Wed, 26 Feb 2025
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136 - Maximize Your Travel Points with the Hawaiian x Alaska Airlines Merger Wed, 19 Feb 2025
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135 - 5 Budget-Friendly Hotels on Oahu, Hawaii Wed, 12 Feb 2025
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134 - Don’t Visit Oahu for the First Time Without Knowing This Wed, 22 Jan 2025
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133 - Christmas in Hawaii: Your Guide to Paradise During the Holiday Season Wed, 18 Dec 2024
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132 - Oahu’s East Side in One Day: Don’t Miss This Hawaii Itinerary with Photographer Heather Eijenga Thu, 12 Dec 2024
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131 - 40 Years of Kapena: A Legacy of Music with Kelly Boy De Lima Fri, 16 Aug 2024
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130 - One Year After Lahaina Wildfire: Progress, Challenges, and Hope Thu, 08 Aug 2024
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129 - Celebrating Hawaiian Culture Through Design: Inside NOHO Home Hawaii Wed, 31 Jul 2024
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128 - 5 Mistakes When Planning a Trip to Hawaii Thu, 25 Jul 2024
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127 - Ultimate Guide to Island Hopping in Hawaii: Best Travel Tips and Must-Visit Spots Wed, 17 Jul 2024
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126 - Keep it Aloha: How to Engage with Hawaiian Culture Responsibly with Kamaka Dias Wed, 10 Jul 2024
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125 - Hawaii in the Summertime: Top Activities and Events You Can’t Miss Thu, 23 May 2024
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124 - Turo Hawaii Adventures: Family Travel Tips from Jena Carvalho for Mother's Day Thu, 09 May 2024
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123 - Lei Day in Hawaii Explained: History, Traditions, and Significance Wed, 01 May 2024
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122 - Top 5 Best Snorkel Spots on Oahu: What to Know Before Snorkeling in Hawaii Thu, 11 Apr 2024
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121 - Turo Hawaii: Transforming Hawaii Travel with Local Insights and a Look Back to the 2023 Maui Wildfire Relief Program Thu, 28 Mar 2024
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120 - Koloa Rum Company: What Makes Hawaiian Rum Unique? Wed, 06 Mar 2024
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119 - Discovering the Best Hawaiian Plate Lunch in Southern California Wed, 14 Feb 2024
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118 - First Time to Hawaii: An Unforgettable Beginner's Guide to the Islands Wed, 31 Jan 2024
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117 - Exploring the Overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom Wed, 17 Jan 2024