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RARELY AVAILABLE!! largest one bedroom ground floor 1053 sq ft FRONT ROW BEAUTY at this popular South Kihei complex. Unobstructed sweeping ocean views for sunsets, whale watching or whatever moves you in this premier unit. Beautifully furnished, turnkey, and fully booked with a fantastice rental history, this is a once in a decade opportunity.

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This a beautiful, spacious home, with gourmet, fully equipped kitchen, overlooks championship Princeville Makai Golf Course. The upstairs master suite has a separate sitting room w/queen futon, jacuzzi tub, and a wraparound lanai with ocean view. There is an additional upstairs bedroom w/extra long double bed. The downstairs master suite features an extra double futon, guest room (both with private baths). There are spectacular views of ocean, Hanalei Bay, Bali Hai, and many waterfalls. Walking distance to tennis, pool, beach trails; snorkeling; shopping; fine restaurants. To book your stay at this Princeville gem, visit:

http://www.vrbo.com/849

Aloha!

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Here’s some clips of various Hawaiian Hula Dancing including some male Hula dancers.

If you plan on visiting the island of Maui during your trip, consider staying in a vacation rental that is environmentally friendly and within walking distance to all the ammenities including South Kihei’s longest beach. Checkout our sponsor at http://www.experiencekihei.com

http://www.doahu.com – is an fast and easy interactive map of Oahu.

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Waterfront Condo for vacation rental. As one guest said…”Simply the Best Place in the World!”

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A Video Tour Of The Sunset Beach House, Oahu’s Favorite Vacation Rental Home. Located directly on the sand at exotic Sunset Beach, on the world famous North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii.

My home is directly on the sand at Sunset Beach, on the main island of Oahu, about 1,000 feet down from Pipeline, one of the world’s most famous surfing spots.

The beach in front of my house is gorgeous and is hardly used as there is no public access to it close to my home. The water is crystal clear and the snorkeling is great!

The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and is perfect for parties of up to 8 people with comfort and ease. There is a Jacuzzi on the deck overlooking the beach and my own private volleyball/badminton court is right along side the house, as you can see in the aerial shot on my web page.

The house is only a 7-8 minute drive from the historic whaling town of Haleiwa, which is the main town on the north shore of Oahu. It has lots of restaurants, shopping, a marina (in case you would like to go deep sea fishing), and live entertainment is abundant in many of the restaurants and bars. The Turtle Bay Hilton is about 5 miles away from the house in the other direction, and they have 2 golf courses, horseback riding, and a disco. There is a Foodland supermarket about 1/2 mile from the house. All the island activities, from hang gliding to scuba diving, and polo matches to jet skis are all just minutes away from my house.

For your viewing pleasure the living room has a 46 Flatscreen HDTV featuring all the movie channels with stereo DVD, and there are Flatscreen TV/DVDs in all the bedrooms. The home also has digital security and an electronic safe for your valuables.

In addition to the 3 inside baths there is a hot and cold 2 headed shower at the bottom of the deck which is hidden by foliage, and is everybody’s favorite place to shower and refresh after coming off the beach or after a long soak in the spa.

The kitchen is custom crafted in local island Koa hardwood & has every appliance you can think of, and of course there is a Telephone, High speed DSL Wireless Internet (Wifi), Free Long Distance, iron, and all the other items you would find in your own home.

The water is crystal clear and the snorkeling is great. SCUBA diving is a major attraction on the north shore with both boat and shore dives available. Waimea Falls is only a mile away, and hiking at Waimea Valley is an unforgettable experience.

You won’t have to bring anything but your swimsuit and a smile to have s Great Time!

For more information please visit my website at:
www.sunsetbeachhouse.com

Aloha from your owner,
Michel Rubini
800 454-0443
Email: michelrubini@yahoo.com

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I also have 3 beautiful condos, two in Puerto Vallarta and the other in the fabulous city of Cancun. I have just started renting them to vacation travelers this year.

One home in Puerto Vallarta is named Home Of The Dolphins (Casa de los Delfines), and is located directly on the ocean in the very center of the city. It has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths and is perfect for groups of up to 4 people. Perhaps you might have interest in visiting my home on the sunny Gold Coast of Mexico sometime in the future. Here is the direct link to its website where you can see the photos and get more information:

http://www.sunsetbeachhouse.com/puerto-vallarta/casa-dolphins.htm

The other home in Puerto Vallarta is named Penthouse Of The Dolphins and is located directly above my Home Of The Dolphins. You can see a listing for it at:

http://www.sunsetbeachhouse.com/puerto-vallarta/penthouse-dolphins.htm

My other home is in Cancun and is named Casa Maya Playa. It is also located directly on the beach. It has 3 bedrooms and 4 baths and is perfect for groups of up to 6 people. Cancun is marvelous and the Mayan Riviera is one of the most interesting places I have ever visited. You will love it!
Here is the direct link to its website where you can see the photos and get more information:

http://www.sunsetbeachhouse.com/cancun

Aloha and Hasta Luego!!

USA: Toll Free (800) 454-0443
Or: 1 (760) 778-3664
E mail to: michel@TheSunsetBeachHouse.com

In Hawaii: The Sunset Beach House

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In Puerto Vallarta: Home Of The Dolphins

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Also In Puerto Vallarta: Penthouse Of The Dolphins

http://www.sunsetbeachhouse.com/puerto-vallarta/penthouse-dolphins.htm

In Cancun: Casa Maya Playa

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La Manga Dreams offer a wide selection of privately owned affordable quality self catering luxury holiday homes , apartments & villas in La Manga and Mar Menor area of the Costa Calida,Spain we also offer property rental advertising and property lettings management for short term and long term holiday rentals
Url: http://www.lamangadreams.co.uk

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Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of an overcrowded city is an area known as “Beaches of South Walton”, on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast. Beaches of South Walton boasts the world’s most beautiful, white sandy beaches and emerald green water, the finest restaurants, breathtaking architecture, and is the perfect location for a relaxing vacation or to purchase an investment home. Whether it’s the breathtaking natural beauty, relaxing surroundings, the rich pleasure of luxury, or charming communities, Beaches of South Walton will enchant you. It is a hidden world of relaxation and elegance, a destination unlike any other. To learn more about Beaches of South Walton and the perfect, cozy, beachside home, cottage, or condo for your next vacation, call Emerald Sun Beach Rentals at 1-888-750-3554 for a complimentary vacation rental catalog, or log on to emeraldsun.com/yt

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Kona Reef on the Big Island of Hawaii, Condo D26. See my listing at VRBO: http://www.vrbo.com/51653

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I’m planning a vacation for my mom and dad for their anniversary.

I’m planning on paying for them to fly from Pittsburgh to Hawaii next January for an 8 night vacation.

I want to fly them to Honolulu for 4 days on Oahu with an economy rental car, and then fly them with a Go Hawaii flight from Honolulu to Maui for 4 more days with a convertable, and then finally a flight from Maui back to Honolulu, and from Honolulu to Pittsburgh.

Since my plan involves a 4 night lodging on 2 different islands, 2 different rental cars, and an inter-island flight inside of the main roundtrip flight from Pittsburgh to Honolulu, I can’t find a website that has the brain to compute all these factors in lol.

Have any of you ever planned a multiple-destination vacation online?

If so, where at? And how easy was it?

make an appointment to speak with a travel agent OR call the 1-800 for customer service from your favorite travel website.

all that aside, i would also like you to look at the alternative to buying them a vacation. you may have a certain amount of faith in the marriage of your parents, however, more and more shocking divorces are happening each year. why take the chance that they could divorce and then you would be out the money you shelled out on the vacation! if i were u, i would just give my parents the cash and let them do what they want once the time comes. this way, they dont necessarily have to go on the vacation ON their anniversary if they cant get away. this way, they can plan it themselves and go when THEY want to.

I need a 1 or 2 BR within driving distance to the mall (plaza las americas) and would like to be close to a decent beach. all the places i’ve seen online are vacation rentals, which make them fairly expensive. i’ve looked at rent.com and apartments.com but they dont list PR apts for some reason. Also, what are the pet policies for PR? I have a box turtle I want to take. I know Hawaii is fairly strict on their policy about animals being taken to/from the island because of environmental issues.
what, thanks. could anyone also tell me which specific areas around san juan and the mall would be decent to live in and close to the beach? i see a ton of areas when im looking for apts, but i really dont know how close they are to where i want to be. i would prefer not to drive more than 30 mins to work, so are there any hip areas close to the beach i should check out?

First of all to live close to Plaza and the beach you will be looking at Isla Verde, Condado, and Ols San Juan area. They are very, very expensive. Even if they are not vacation rentals. Studios are about $800-$1000, and apartments are more than $1,200.
I would recommend you to look at Guaynabo area which is very good, not that close to the beach but 15-20 min away, or Ocean Park area which is like a neighborhood next to the beach. The houses are kind of old but they are in walking distance to the beach and oif you look carefully you may find something around $1,000.

http://www.clasificadosendi.com/index.php?page=out&id=1439897

http://www.clasificadosendi.com/index.php?page=out&id=1554459

http://www.clasificadosendi.com/index.php?page=out&id=1304406

http://www.clasificadosendi.com/index.php?page=out&id=1549450

http://www.clasificadosendi.com/index.php?page=out&id=290020

These are just examples currently on PR newspapre listed for rent. They are in Isla Verde and Ocean park area which are close to the mall and to the beach. If you are willing to sacrifice living next to the beach… look in Hato rey area (Baldrich neighborhood and Monte Mall Apartments) 5-10 away from the mall and 15 from the beach.

Go to ww.clasificadosendi.com for current listing on PR newspaper.

Good luck!

Are there any luxury vacation house rentals on the east coast available to adults under the age of 25 that are actually nice beachfront houses? Like are there any available to us with like 6+ bedrooms and bathrooms? I’m tired of taking dives just because we’re under the age of 25.

Pick your vacation city and call a realtor. After he talks with you on the phone he might sense you are responsible and his customers may be persuaded to rent to you. Many groups of 6+ people tend to party too much and destroy the properties. It’s the same thing renting a car. If you’re not 25 you’re screwed.

Being under 25 you may have to pay a double deposit as a security binder. Offer that token and see if they accept it.

Im planning a trip to Hawaii in 2009 will be staying in Maui
but would like to go to Oahu for 3 days first.
how and what is the cheapest way to Fly to Oahu, stay there for 3 days then fly to Maui to stay another 7 days. and then fly out of Maui for home with out it looking like a one way flight.Can I book something like this? (I have a place to stay already in Maui.)

Your best bet would be to fly to Oahu..then take the Superferry to Maui. The Superferry is a boat..kinda big cruise ship, that transport from Oahu to Maui. It’s like $39 and $5 off if you book 14 days (hawaiisuperferrry.com) in advance per person and takes about 3 hours. The view is spectacular. It take a longer but the experience is worth it.
So book your flight from where you’re at to Honolulu..then departing from Maui back home. Good luck

I was looking at web sites for places to stay. I have heard condos are the best option for a longer stay. We are going for ten days.
Does anyone know anything about Condominium Rentals Hawaii? www.crhmaui.com?

I don’t know anything about CRH. Renting a condo is my favorite place to stay,but it is sometimes a challenge to find all of the condo rentals available. Many are privately owned or timeshares and they are not listed on regular travel booking websites. Sometimes you can find the privately owned ones on Craig’s List.

Aston is one of the major hotel chains that has time-share resort condos listed on booking engines. You can either go to their website or try any of the major travel booking engines like travelocity, expedia, orbitz,to see where you can find the best deal.

Send your offer at http://h2ht.org -654,000 POINTS AVAILABLE FOR RENT… (Less points may be rented for 1bedroom units, MAKE ANYOFFER FOR RENT- Highly motivated) PRICE VARIES DEPENDING UPON NUMBER OF POINTS… Home resort Waikiki but you may use points at ALL WYNDHAM RESORTS…

Points may be used at any Wyndham Resort Property. Wyndham welcomes you to 195 deluxe vacation ownership condos occupying a front row at exciting Waikiki Beach Walk®. Enjoy the heartbeat of the city and the serenity of the seashore, just steps from your door.

Every comfort enhances your island home. Accommodations are fully air-conditioned and complete with kitchen, washer and dryer, flat-panel television, DVD player, and whirlpool bath. Resort amenities add value to your investment and to your vacation: outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool spa, recreation room with pool table and table tennis, exercise facility, meeting rooms, and business center.

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Maui Kamaole is Kihei’s premiere condominium development just minutes from all of South Maui’s famous beaches and the Wailea and Makena Resorts. K207 is a two bedroom, two bath condo overlooking the “tropical pool”, complete with waterfall and sand bottom jacuzzi….

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Located in Kahana Maui, just one mile North from Kaanapali, this ocean front condo is the ultimate location for relaxing, swimming, snorkeling and just enjoying. If you are interested please contact me at: margie@kuleanaresort.com or margieclaire@earthlink.net

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Affordable 2 bedroom-Steps to miles of beach

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“Obama continued his Hawaiian Holiday. Taking in a picturesque round of golf at Kaneohe’s Klipper course at Marine Corps Base Hawaii.

“The 18-hole course is described as a ‘golfers paradise.’ The President played a round with four friends, three of them from Hawaii.”

Teeing off again at http://www.michaelmoore.com

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Makai Properties, LLC
(808) 651-8234
brendasuenieto@hotmail.com

Spacious and breezy best describes this 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1256 square foot condo in the heart of the Poipu Kai Resort. Built in 1990, “The Regency” is known for its large bedrooms and sunken livingroom with high ceilings and oversized windows to bring in the beauty of the lush tropical landscape. Remodeled kitchen cabinets and bathroom cabinets. Fully furnished as a turnkey vacation rental or perfect to live in full time with outdoor storage closet. Ground floor corner unit facing into the Trade Winds, with a view of one of 3 pools (and 2 Jacuzzi’s). Walking distance to Poipu Beach Park, Brennecke’s Beach and Shipwreck’s Beach… within just minutes down a beautifully landscaped greenbelt path. Resort Amenities include: 8 Plexipave tennis courts, several gas BBQ’s, Extensive walking trails, private sewage treatment plant, 24 hour on site security. Call now to see this well priced condo!

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www.OahuNorthShoreRental.com Activities near Oahu North Shore BEACH FRONT Vacation Rental Beachfront Rental near Waikiki Honolulu Hawaii.

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http://www.arizonausa.com/vacationrental/ Get Away to an Arizona Vacation in this active adult resort vacation rental home. Great golf vacation or for
tennis, swimming, dining, fitness centers, arts & crafts, and more

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The Unique Benefits of this Condo
Location, location, location….need I say more. We have the most spectacular view of the ocean. During whale watching season you can actual see whales breaching and playing in the channel. With our daily morning walks along the 2 mile path and the close proximity to some of the Maui’s finest restaurants who would want to be anywhere else.

http://www.vrbo.com/135092 or www.WaileaSunsetCondo.com or Call Tim in Calif at 949.699.0123

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vacation studio for rent in waikiki. Honolulu, Hawaii

It’s You Place In Paradise!

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Imagine Award Winning residential resort community w/ 4 years old 2 story end-unit townhome overlooking lagoon pool, 10 mins comfortable walking to Lagoon#1 fronting JW Marriott, marble floor, new paint, carpet. Imagine you lie down on a bed of total luxury. You sink, sink down into silky softness that cuddles you as you sweep away to dream land.

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Renovated Kihei Kai Nani Vacation Rental Condo. See our website http://www.kiheiretreat.com

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For reservations or additional info, call 808.821.6928 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              808.821.6928      end_of_the_skype_highlighting. We’re also listed at http://www.homeaway.com/292217

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This is where we spent our Hawaii Vacation on Oahu’s Northshore. Very reasonable and very beautiful. You should see some of the still pictures. This is all from the PupuKea beach area…there are alot of nice vacation rentals here and it is so pleasant to walk along the little Ke Iki Road down to Shark’s Cove. There is also a super market with a Starbucks all in walking distance. This is the area between Sunset beach and Upper’s Beach Park’s.

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Visit Luxurykauai.com for more info. This beautiful 4 bedroom luxury home located in Poipu, Kauai gives you all the comforts of central AC, designer furnishings and the privacy to relax and enjoy your Kauai Paradise.

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Enjoy your own private warm pond and island at this comfy 2 bedoom vacation home at sunny Kapoho Beach on the Island of Hawaii.
Enjoy views of the ocean and adjoining fish ponds from the living room and lush jungle vistas from the screened lanai.

The full kitchen includes top-of-the-line cookware, refrigerator, stove, breakfast bar, microwave, coffee maker, coffee grinder, toaster, and blender. All you need to bring is the food!

For more info and to make reservations, go to http://www.apoparadise.com/lagoon2.html and http://www.vrbo.com/72094

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We may be heading to Maui for a vacation and will likely rent a car. Just wanted to know if we could "pay" for the car rental with frequent flyer miles. It may be for a week or just a few days.

Sometimes you can. It depends on your plan and which car company you use.

I have never been to Hawaii before and would like to take a trip to Hawaii with my wife for the first time early part of next year (may be during February or March). I am looking for some advice from experienced travelers to Hawaii on how to best approach this trip.

I have the following questions:
(1) Is Maui a better place to visit for first timers than other Hawaiian islands? Which Island do you recommend for first timers?

(2) How many days trip would be enough in Maui to see and enjoy the island? 2 days or 3 days or 4 days? I can only go for a Max of 4 days.

(3) Is Car Rental needed? In other words, to go to beaches and other places, would it be needed to rent car from airport before coming? OR can you get by with other transportation means?

(4) Since there are hotels on different sides of the island, which side has the best beaches and which side has the best views? North, South, East or West?

(5) I read about Scuba diving in Hawaii is famous. I have never done it before and would like to try it. Will they provide you training over there? OR Do they allow only people who have experienced scuba divers to experience it? I am okay in swimming. Do you have to be a good swimmer to experience scuba diving? Is swimming knowledge required at all to do Scuba diving?

(6) Any other gotchas you recommend based on your travel experience?

I go to Hawaii about once a year- it’s a family favorite. You’ll have so much fun!

A lot of people like Maui, and it might be best for your first time, but personally, I love Oahu. That’s where you have Waikiki Beach and, my favorite place in Hawaii, the North Shore. Waikiki Beach is very touristy but very fun. And depending on when you’re planning on going it might not be too crowded. Try to go when schools aren’t on vacation. The beaches are beautiful there. My favorite hotel there is the Moana Surfrider (http://www.moana-surfrider.com). It’s a beautiful hotel and has been around since 1901. It is now a Westin but is also a part of the Starwood Luxury Collection. If you do stay there, be sure to request a room in the old Banyon wing.

Also on Oahu is the North Shore which is a fairly rural part of Hawaii. It is famous as a surf spot and is also a great place to look for Sea Turtles. The only hotel up in that area is the Turtle Bay resort. It’s a fabulous hotel also. However, another option is to rent one of the houses on the North Shore for however long you want. Or if you’re staying in Waikiki, you can always go up for the day. If you’re there, be sure to get shave ice at one of the shops in the downtown area. Matsumoto’s is the most famous but Aoki’s is equally good (if not better) and usually has less of a line. Also, stop and get a pie at Ted’s Bakery- a local place that is delicious!

Oahu is also rich in Hawaiian culture. You can visit the Iolani Palace (the only royal palace in the United States), Pearl Harbor, and the Polynesian Cultural Center.

I would say that you definitely want to do 4 days no matter which island you go to. Otherwise, it’s just too short and you won’t have enough time to relax and really feel an island pace of life- when they say they run on island time, they mean it (but it’s my favorite part about visiting)!

Also, you should definitely rent a car. No matter what island you’re on, you’ll want to visit other areas besides where you’re staying and a taxi will get expensive. There isn’t very much alternative transportation.

I don’t know about best beaches on Maui, but the best beaches for swimming on Oahu are definitely on Waikiki. The North Shore has beautiful beaches but they can be fairly rocky, so not the best swimming although it is still an option if you’re a strong swimmer.

The first time I scuba dived was in Hawaii and it really is wonderful. With most programs you have to be trained and training can be as little as a couple days but it would take up a lot of your time (although if that’s something that you and your wife are interested in it could be a really fun base of the trip). The first time that I did it, it was in the pool at the Turtle Bay Resort and then the instructor took us out to the ocean the next day without training. So you might be able to find a place. You definitely need swimming knowledge but you don’t have to be an olympic athlete. However, you should be comfortable swimming in an ocean.

Another tip: the fruit stands on the side of the road are fabulous! The best is the pineapple that has the red powder on it. My mouth is watering thinking about it. And the fresh coconut…

Also, for souvenirs, I would suggest the flea market. They have a great one at the stadium in Oahu and I recall going to others on the other islands. You will find what you see at the souvenir shops (usually for cheaper) and then more stuff as well (knockoff bags, hand carved Tikis, handmade jewlery…). Also, the ABC stores are great places for "typical" souvenirs.

Sorry this is so long but hopefully it will help.

Have a great time!! And my mom is really the expert (she stayed there for 3 months straight this year) so if you have any more question let me know and I can pass them on to her.

Where could i advertise my vacation rentals.
These are cabins and a pool house up in yosemite.

Thank You

in a newspaper or on a popular website that lets you book private condos and stuff. just don’t put up flyers many people won’t respond

I’m not talking about an hour drive up north or 1 state away. I’m talking about going to Europe, Mexico or some place tropical (like Hawaii or the bahamas) How much does the average vacationer spend each year?

Or, do most people stick to camping, some other type of weekend excursion or just staying home for their vacation? Thanks!

to me just getting away from the normal routine is a vacation even if it is 1 state away,you mentioned some pretty extravagant vacations,i dont know many people who take those kind unless they have alot of money

We are spending one month in Honolulu. This is the first time that we are considering renting a condo instead of staying at the hotel. I have confirmed reservations (without a kitchen), but I can cancel if needed.

I currently have three choices. :

444 nahua st. (1 bdrm)
The Ilikai 1777 Ala Moana blvd (1 bdrm)
The Windsor 343 Hobron (2 bdrm)

My husband will work in Pearl Harbor during that time frame so I want to be near the touristy areas without all the night time noise.

Since I’m not in Hawaii, I’m hoping that one of you can give me more info (pros/cons) with these locations. I welcome any accommodation recommendations.

Thank you in advance!

For location alone, I would go with Hobron. It is on the edge of Waikiki & near Ala Moana & is more residential in nature. It will be a little less zoo-y than Waikiki. The Ilikai is on the main drag, but may have better views. Nahua is not in the best section of Waikiki.

ワイキキのフォーパドルコンドミニアムにあるバケーションレンタル「グリーンバンブー」はハワイ在住の私達が管理していますので、英語が苦手な方でもお気軽にご利用頂けます。 デラックススタジオタイプのお部屋からは海が見渡せ、また、キッチンには必需品が全て揃っています。ワイキキでは珍しくランドリーも室内にあるなど、長期滞在のお客様にも快適なステイをお約束します。 詳しくはこの日本語のホームページをご覧下さい。 http://www.greenbamboohawaii.com/ja ~ALOHA ~

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207A is a spacious one bedroom unit with wide expansive views that include sunsets, Molokai, and Lanai. Beautifully decorated, fully equipped and fronting directly on a gated pool and beach. Hale Mahina offers a jacuzzi, tiled pool, and oceanside BBQ. Easy walking distance to dinning and shopping.

Recently added in September 2008 is the most sought after sleep comfort – the Westin Heavenly Bed, made with the latest mattress technology from Beautyrest. That, combined with 1000 Count Thread sheets will make your Maui vacation all it can be every day that you wake up from the “most extraordinary sleep experience of your life”!

Equipped with high-speed DSL internet access.

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Oceanfront Condominium at Kulakane Resort – Maui, Hawaii.

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Princeville Kauai vacation rental house. 4 bedroom, 3 bath on the golf course with ocean and mountain waterfall views. See more on http://www.vrbo.com/273812

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Located on a protected bay with majestic views of white water breaking just beyond the ocean reef. Snorkel among the colorful coral with exotic fish — it’s an aquatic wonderland — or just relax on the wraparound lanai absorbing all the beauty surrounding this romantic, enchanting get-away for two. With its art deco flair and light flooding into every room, this vacation house is fully stocked with everything one could want or need. For those who wish to dine elegantly at home, the gourmet kitchen is fully equipped along with spices and cooking oils (or use the gas BBQ.) All you do is supply your favorite fresh foods and drinks. A 15 minute drive through a majestic rainforest (Lava Tree Park) brings you to shopping in Pahoa. Visit the nearby farmers markets or enjoy eating Italian, Mexican, Thai, Pizza or local dishes in quaint Pahoa village. If you wish to keep in touch with the world outside of this Hawaiian paradise, we provide high speed internet and a flat screen TV. For your recreation pleasure, there are snorkels, beach reef shoes, beach towels and other aquatic amenities. Guide books and insider information are provided to make your Hawaiian vacation special and memorable. Enjoy the sereneity of sipping your favorite beverage while relaxing in the oceanfront Jacuzzi. Join with nature while living in luxurious comfort. Unbelievabley romantic! To book your stay at Mika Lani, visit:

http://www.vrbo.com/147778

Aloha!

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Poipu vactaion rentals are top notch!. http://www.buystream.tv/videos?l=US&r=qgia&c=Garrett+Partners&p=TV+Commercial

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