Honeymoon Campervan Vacation on Kauai or Maui?
Filed under: Camping, Hawaii - general, Kauai, Maui, Vacation Planning
We are planning our honeymoon to hawaii for around april this year for around ten days. We fly into Oahu then were planning on staying just a couple days there before heading over to Maui or possibly kuaui? Have any suggestions on which one would best suit honeymooners? We love to explore and though it might be fun to rent a campervan for a few days…and travel around the island? How long do think it would take to drive around the entire island? Also do you think it is possible to do all these three islands in ten days or should we stick to just two?
Well, I can answer this one easily 
because as far as I know Kauai doesn’t have any campervan rentals available on the island. So you should go to Maui. And Maui is lovely, you will love it.
How long it will take you will depend on how often you stop and play. You could do it in a day if you just drove - of course you can’t completely circle either of these islands. On Maui, the road ends in Hana, and on Kauai, the road ends at the Na Pali Coast.
Honestly, I always recommend no more than two islands on any vacation around a week in length - otherwise there is just too much standing in airports and packing and unpacking and renting and returning for me. However, you’ll need to decide if you will kick yourself or not for just doing two islands. That’s a very personal decision.
Congrats, and have a great vacation - and check out my digital guide books to the islands
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Where to Rent Camping Equipment In Hawaii; Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Kauai, or Big Island
Filed under: Big Island, Camping, Kauai, Maui, Molokai, Oahu, Vacation Planning
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I am coming to Hawaii in Feb 2010 and would like to do some camping. Can you tell me if there are places on Molokai, Maui or the Big Island that rent camping equipment?
Sorry, but there really is no where to rent camping equipment on any of the islands. You’ll need to bring it or buy it when you get here - on Maui or the Big Island - molokai and Kauai will have the least buying options. Oahu will have the most buying options.
You may be able to rent camping stoves or larger things of that nature, but you will be limited on where you can use such a thing. No one rents tents or sleeping bags that I know of.
New rental places and stores do open up all the time though, so if anyone knows of anything or has a rental company website, please leave a comment. thanks!
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Big Island MWR Army and Air Force Facilities
Filed under: Big Island, Big Island Areas, Camping, Hawaii - general
I stumbled upon your site while Googling military vacations on the Big Island of Hawaii. I am familiar with the military beaches and cottages on Oahu as I lived there for several years. I’ve also been to the one at Kiluea (she means Kilauea Military Camp or KMC) on the Big Island.
I have received an invitation to the Big Island in January. However, the location is unfamiliar to me. There is supposed to be cottages and/or tent camping on the BI at Bellows AFB. Is there such a place? I know Bellows on Oahu very well. Can you please tell me what military beaches/accommodations are available on the Big Island? I searched for it on the net, but came up empty. My friend may have her info wrong!
As far as I know there is no Bellows on the Big Island. There is a Bradshaw Army Airfield on Saddle road, and nearby there is Mauna Kea State park, where you can do tent camping or cottage camping. That is probably what she is thinking of. KMC is the only other Military MWR facility I know of on the Big Island, and there are no military beaches. There is not currently a large military presence on the Big Island. good luck! Have fun! Lisa
Is Camping Safe in Hawaii? Is Campground Safety an Issue?
Filed under: Camping, Hawaii - general, Kauai, Maui, Vacation Planning
We are seriously considering coming to Hawaii in late Oct/Early Nov and would like to camp to stretch our money, but are reading alot of contradictory info on forums etc about campgrounds being unsafe and unwelcoming to tourists. The islands we are planning to visit are Kauai and Maui and, only if money allows, the Big Island.
We would really love the experience of enjoying the staying amidst the natural beauty of Hawaii, but want to feel safe and have at least basic amenities. We are a mature couple who enjoy occasional, seasonal camping, so not interested in a grotty backpacker experience.
Could you let me know your opinion on whether we should pursue camping on these islands, or stick with budget accom options.
You know, this really has not ever been my experience. I am not a tourist but myself and my whole family are caucasian (so we are frequently mistaken as tourists) and we travel a lot and I have NEVER, ever been accosted or even really given ’stink-eye’. I know it happens, and I know there are occasional bad experiences, but I think that may have more to do with the behavior of the visitors.
I did witness an event once where a group of teenage girls and their teachers or mothers were surrounding a sea turtle and touching it in a shallow beach area. Not a good thing - turtles should not be touched.
Well, a family of native hawaiians went off on them in a big way. Lots of yelling. Bad experience. But nothing they weren’t almost asking for with their treatment of this animal the Hawaiians consider sacred.
So, I wouldn’t worry about it. Honestly. Maui and Kauai are great, safe islands. Just be respectful of the land and the animals and you should be fine in my opinion.
Have fun! Lisa
Hawaii Rv Rental; Oahu RV or Camper Van Rental;
Filed under: Camping, Hawaii - general, Oahu, Oahu Activities, Oahu Rentals, Vacation Planning
Hi Lisa - Thanks for your website info! My question is that I am planning a trip to Hawaii for me and my son, who turns 16 in March. He’s a keen surfer/bodyboarder/golfer and we are both active types. I am wondering if it is poss to rent an rv or campervan on oahu from the airport and then explore the island like that, rather than book into a hotel. Or, is it better to stay in one place and hire a car etc. He particularly wants to spend time around Pipeline.
Well, the problem with Oahu, and Hawaii in general as it pertains to RV’s, is that there are no hookups. No one rents RVs because there is nowhere really to park and hook one up. A Camper van would work, but you would need advice on where you are allowed, or will get by with parking for the night. Contact these people: http://www.oahucampingvans.com/ and see what they say. Have a great time! Lisa
p.s. Here’s another Oahu camper rental site, Hawaii Campers and as you can see by the comment below, they will help you with permits AND pick you up from the airport!
Are Bonfires allowed on Hawaii Beaches?
Filed under: Big Island, Big Island Beaches, Camping, Hawaii - general, Laws-Rules
My fiance and I are planning a wedding at the Mauni Lani in February. We’ve scoured the web to see if we can host an informal bonfire on a beach one of the nights we are there? Do you know or can you point us to anyone that would know how to accomplish this? thanks!
Well, I’ve been calling the local DLNR and state parks departments and have gotten quite the runaround. No one seems to know or wants to tell me. I do know I’ve never seen a bonfire on any beach ever. I did find a reference on the Internet from the fire department that says they are prohibited, and I also found another reference from the state parks department that says you have to have a camping permit. My advice is for you to contact the Mauna Lani. Their beach is private in places, I believe, so maybe they can give you permission. If that doesn’t work, check with the concierge. He or she should be able to give you a definite answer, or maybe make arrangements for you. Just be aware that some beaches fall under the state, and some under the county, so who you need to get permission from will change from beach to beach. Good luck and congratulations!