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Hosted By: Melissa Brunner
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A tropical retreat showcasing the best of three distinct Hawaiian Islands with fabulous resort hotels that will take your breath away. Strike the perfect balance of scheduled activities and free time for optional excursions with three nights on Oahu, two nights on Kauai, and three nights on Maui. Stay at luxurious resort hotels every night with lavish amenities, private lanais, splendid dining options, and stunning views. Highlights include a visit to the USS Arizona Memorial & Visitor Center at Pearl Harbor, a Honolulu city tour, the Maui Ocean Center, a Maui Tropical Plantation tram tour, and a traditional luau and Polynesian show. Plus, all inter-island flights are included!
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Take your Hawaiian getaway to the next level of extraordinary with some of our immersive excursion options. We’ve compiled the best activities for all interests, including scenic flightseeing, whale watching, a sunset dinner cruise, and more.
Book now to make the most of your time in paradise!
View Available Hawaii Optional Excursions
April 25th, 2023 - May 4th, 2023
Occupancy
Price Per Person
Double
$5899
Single
$6999
Final Payment Date: 02/24/2023
Day 1 : Fly to Honolulu
The moment we step off the plane we feel the Aloha spirit that draws so many travelers to this lush island paradise. After a traditional flower lei greeting, we check in to our luxurious resort hotel for a three-night stay, ideally located by the beautiful white sands of Waikiki Beach.
Day 2 : Pearl Harbor
Our day begins with the most moving site on Oahu, Pearl Harbor National Memorial. View the galleries and exhibits that recall December 7, 1941, the day that catapulted the U.S. into World War II. A documentary film precedes our Navy launch out to the USS Arizona Memorial to observe the sunken battleship. Afterward, E Komo Mai (welcome) new friends over refreshing beverages during a Holiday Vacations Welcome Lunch in Honolulu. Our city tour continues, bringing us past the volcanic shaped Hawaiian State Capitol building and Iolani Palace, the only palace in the U.S. once inhabited by a reigning monarch. We’ll also visit the Punchbowl, an extinct volcano and home of the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
Day 3 : Oahu
Today is yours to experience all Oahu has to offer. Enjoy warm island breezes while relaxing on Waikiki Beach or explore Diamond Head crater. Perhaps mingle with the fish at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, lose yourself in Honolulu’s downtown ambiance, or spend the day learning about the ancient cultures of six island nations at the Polynesian Cultural Center.
Day 4 : Waimea Canyon
This morning we fly to Kauai, known as the Garden Isle for its lush, tropical landscapes. After lunch, we sample rich, aromatic coffee at the Kauai Coffee Company's Visitor Center, the country’s largest grower. Later we witness the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, Waimea Canyon, a vast gorge in striking colors of red rock and emerald green vegetation. This evening we check in to our upscale Kauai accommodations.
Day 5 : Kauai
Kauai is known as the second wettest place on earth, resulting in lush rainforest, breathtaking scenery and balmy breezes. Today is yours to explore! Our included excursion features a relaxing ride on the Wailua River with songs, stories and hula lessons followed by a short nature walk through the rainforest to Smith’s Fern Grotto. Spend the rest of the day at leisure touring a botanical garden, flightseeing by helicopter, or relaxing by the pool at our resort hotel.
Day 6 : Maui
We fly to Maui today, nicknamed the Valley Isle for the valleys carved into its mountains. We enjoy lunch, then visit the Maui Ocean Center for an up-close view of the marine life that calls Hawaii home. Meet some of the most notable visitors to these waters during the 3D Humpbacks of Hawaii experience. Next we drive to Lahaina, an old whaling port dotted with historical landmarks, shops and galleries. The town is especially known for its gigantic Banyan tree with branches spanning an entire city block! Later we arrive at our hotel located on Ka'anapali Beach.
Day 7 : The Valley Isle
We have the day to relax at the hotel, play on a championship golf course, go on a snorkeling expedition, or travel the winding Road to Hana.
Day 8 : Traditional Luau
Sleep in or wake up early to watch the sunrise from the summit of Haleakala, House of the Sun. A pleasant stroll from the hotel leads to Whalers Village, an inviting area of shops, dining and live entertainment. Tonight, enjoy tropical drinks and the exotic flavors of native Hawaiian cuisine at the Drums of the Pacific Luau and Polynesian Show. Our evening ends with music and dances of the South Pacific!
Day 9 : Aloha Hawaii
After a morning at leisure we explore the Maui Tropical Plantation on a narrated tram tour to discover more of the diverse fruits and plants that grow here. View palm trees, bananas, avocados, and taro in various states of development. Then we gather for a Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner with new friends before boarding our overnight flight back to the mainland.
Day 10 : Arrive Home
A Hui Hou (until we meet again).
WIBW TV Pickup Locations:
Kansas City, MO - Kansas City International Airport
Lawrence, KS - Hy-Vee Grocery Store
Topeka, KS - Hotel Topeka At City Center
Melissa is a native of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, a town about 40 miles south of Green Bay, which means she is required to be a Packers fan! However, she’s adopted Topeka as her home (and the Chiefs and Royals, too), moving here in May 1996 for a job with WIBW-TV.
A graduate of Marquette University, Melissa has covered numerous subjects at WIBW. She currently hosts the afternoon Eye on Northeast Kansas talk show, and co-anchors 13 News at 6 and 10 with David Oliver. Melissa is involved with numerous community organizations and events.
When she’s not working or attending a community event, you can find Melissa and her husband, Doug, running, working in the yard, searching for antiques and enjoying time with their many pets!
Melissa has previously hosted several Holiday Vacations tours.
Join Melissa and other WIBW viewers on this fabulous trip of a lifetime.
Tour days tend to be shorter in length, at a relaxed pace, and include lots of unscheduled time for leisure. Expect standing and walking for extended periods of time on flat surfaces, mostly low altitudes, and consistent temperatures.
Tour days usually move at a leisurely pace. Some days’ scheduled activities last longer than others. Expect standing and walking for long periods of time on occasionally uneven terrain. You may experience changes in altitude or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a consistent pace, and may include long travel days. Expect standing and walking for long periods of time on uneven surfaces. Some destinations may have changes in altitude and/or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a brisk pace, and may include lengthy travel days. Expect long periods of walking and standing on uneven surfaces. Scheduled activities may require physical effort or have distinct changes in altitude or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a vigorous pace, and may include lengthy travel days. Expect long periods of walking and standing on rough surfaces. Scheduled activities may require physical effort or have distinct changes in altitude or temperature.