10 Hawaii Travel Tips to Save Your Family Money in 2026 Planning a Hawaii trip in 2026? You’re probably feeling the squeeze. With new fees hitting January 1st and costs climbing across the board, families are trying to figure out how to make their dream vacation...
7 Completely Free Things to Do on Oahu with Kids Pin Share Affiliate Disclosure This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission if you use the links. View our Privacy Policy and for more. You’ve probably heard that Hawaii vacations are...
Ep. 193: 3 First-Time Hawaii Visitor Mistakes to Avoid Planning your very first Hawaii vacation can be exciting and overwhelming all at the same time. Between flights, choosing which island, and figuring out where to stay, there’s a lot to think about. But...
Ep. 191: Top 5 Can’t Miss Things to Do on Oahu, Hawaii Download the Audio There’s a reason most locals don’t do half the things visitors pay for on Oahu. After years of helping families plan their Hawaii trips, I’ve seen the same pattern:...
Ep. 188: 9 Hawaii Travel Hacks That Actually Work in 2025 Download the Audio Planning a trip to Hawaii means sorting through endless advice online. Most of it? Recycled tips that sound good but don’t deliver. I’ve spent years helping travelers experience...
Ep. 187: 25 Best Local Restaurants on Maui You Can’t Miss Download the Audio Are you tired of overpriced tourist traps and wondering where locals actually eat on Maui? You’re not alone. Most visitors stick to resort restaurants or fall for tourist-focused spots...
Aloha! I'm Bryan Murphy, creator of Hawaii's Best Travel and host of the Hawaii's Best podcast — a top-30 U.S. travel podcast with 650,000+ downloads and a 4.9-star rating from 275+ reviews on Apple Podcasts. I'm a Certified Hawaii Destination Expert with the Hawaii Tourism Authority and a member of the Hawaii Visitors & Convention Bureau. Over 30+ trips to the islands with my family, I've built this site to help you plan a Hawaii trip that's practical, affordable, and respectful of the place and the people who call it home. Learn More →