Hawaii
Hawaii Travel Guide
A family-friendly look at the Aloha State with Robin Basso from the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau
Episode 44 – The Family Vacationer with Rob and Danny
🌴 Beautiful beaches, rich culture, unforgettable experiences — Hawaii has it all. In this episode, Rob is joined by Robin Basso, Senior Director at the Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau, to explore the islands of Hawaii through a family travel lens.
We cover:
- The unique personality of each Hawaiian island (Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island)
- Choosing the right island(s) for your family’s first trip
- Must-see cultural landmarks like Pearl Harbor, Iolani Palace, and the Polynesian Cultural Center
- Family-friendly resorts, from Disney’s Aulani to hidden gems across the islands
- Iconic Hawaiian dishes to try — shave ice, plate lunch, malasadas, garlic shrimp, and more
- Outdoor adventures including volcanoes, snorkeling, luaus, and mountain tubing
- Hawaiian words and phrases every visitor should know (yes, we try to say humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa! 😄)
Whether you’re planning your first visit or returning for a new island experience, this episode has everything you need to get started.
👉 For more information on visiting Hawaii, check out gohawaii.com
🎧 Listen now and start planning your family’s dream Hawaii vacation.
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