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Hawaii Travel Podcast by Hawaii’s Best: Plan a Better Hawaii Vacation

Bryan Murphy - Certified Hawaii Travel Expert & Creator of Hawaii’s Best Travel
Hawaii
Oahu
Kauai
Maui
Hawaiian Culture
Waikiki
Aloha
Travel Tips
Big Island
Pearl Harbor
Local Businesses
Aloha Spirit
Hawaiian Language
Niʻihau
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Duke Kahanamoku
Tourism
Made In Hawaii Festival
Responsible Tourism
Cultural Identity

Planning a Hawaii vacation or just love Hawaii? Hawaii’s Best is the top Hawaii travel podcast that helps you decide where to stay, what to do, and how to build a trip that feels like a vacation.

Host Bryan Murphy shares practical Hawaii travel tips, island guides, and conversations with local voices across Oahu, Maui, Kauai, the Big Island, Lanai, and Molokai. From choosing an island to building... more

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You can visit Oahu, take pictures of Diamond Head, explore its beautiful landscapes, and still miss some of the most meaningful stories behind these places.

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Hawaii vacations are getting shorter. In July, the average Hawaii trip dropped more than 14% compared with 2025, even as visitor arrivals increased.

So what is actually changing, and is a shorter Hawaii vacation really a bad thing?

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Megan Kealoha Matsuda
Lifelong Kauai resident, entrepreneur and community organizer; owns Pineapple Kayaks Kauai and Red Eye Snack Shack
Pineapple Kayaks Kauai; Red Eye Snack Shack; Kamalama Foundation (founder)
Episode: Kauai After Hurricane Lowell: A Local Perspective on Recovery and How to Help
Lauren Zerbel
President and Executive Director of the Hawaii Food Industry Association
Hawaii Food Industry Association
Episode: Made in Hawaii Festival 2026: What to Know Before You Go
Sarah Kawakami
Co-founder of Alikaleo Park
Alikaleo Park / Iolani Sportswear (legacy)
Episode: Made in Hawaii Festival 2026: What to Know Before You Go
Alex Kawakami
Co-founder of Alikaleo Park
Alikaleo Park / Iolani Sportswear (legacy)
Episode: Made in Hawaii Festival 2026: What to Know Before You Go
Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao
2025 Miss Aloha Hula
Hawaii's Best Hawaii's Best Travel (guest appearance)
Episode: Before You Go to a Hawaiian Luau, Know This About Hula | Miss Aloha Hula Jaedyn Pavao
Ekolu Miller
Founder and owner of Kalapana Beauty
Kalapana Beauty
Episode: Before You Buy a Hawaii Souvenir: What “Made in Hawaii” Really Means
Simbree Fivella
Co-owner of SimSweet Creations
SimSweet Creations
Episode: Before You Buy a Hawaii Souvenir: What “Made in Hawaii” Really Means
Kahanui Solitorio
Hawaiian language teacher, kumu and cultural practitioner
Episode: Lei Day in Hawaii Isn’t Just Flowers. Here’s What It Means
Star Dahl-Thurston
Miss Hawaii Herself, 2023; Founder of Malama Map
Malama Map
Episode: On-Island Update: How To Actually Help Hawaii Flood Victims Using Verified Local Resources with Star Dohl-Thurston

Host

Bryan Murphy
Host of Hawaii's Best Travel, Hawaii destination expert

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 415 ratings
  • Great Podcast!

    Getting ready to head to Hawaii & we've really enjoyed listening to & catching up on previous episodes! A wealth of info to help us prep for our trip. The podcast shows a real reverence for the islands & the heritage of its people. Well done!

    Audible
    5
    Mandela B Doescher
    United Statesa month ago
  • The best advice! 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

    This podcast used to be my favorite, now there’s never any interesting guess it’s just the same stuff rehashed over and over!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mammoth Classic ‘27!!!
    United States2 months ago
  • Great tips and guests

    As someone who loves Hawaii and have traveled many times to the islands, I find this podcast extremely helpful from the insider tips of the guests and the team at Hawaii’s Best. I want to travel to Hawaii responsibility, and this podcast helps me do that! Mahalo Hawaii’s Best for providing this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    josiem8
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you!

    Amazing podcast! Thank you very much

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DKG11123
    Australia2 months ago
  • Short and sweet

    Perfect short and sweet podcast with relevant, helpful, and up-to-date info for your Hawaiian vacation. Gave me confidence in planning the perfect trip for my travel style while respecting and honoring local culture.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lund M
    United States4 months ago

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Fans say it's their go‑to resource for Hawaii planning and island comparisons.
Listeners praise clear, actionable advice and cultural context that's easy to apply.
The host is consistently practical and respectful, helping plan trips that feel authentic.

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Before You Go to a Hawaiian Luau, Know This About Hula | Miss Aloha Hula Jaedyn Pavao
Q: for someone visiting Hawaii, who has only seen maybe Hula at like a luau or hotel show festival, what do you hope they would understand from watching or taking that experience in?
Jaedyn explains that Hula is not just about pretty movements; it is a shared story expressed through words, expressions, and precise hand signals, and visitors should listen for the story and feel the aloha rather than focusing solely on the visuals.
Made in Hawaii Festival 2026: What to Know Before You Go
Q: How do vendors qualify for Made in Hawaii Festival this year?
Vendors must complete a valuation form showing at least 51% value-added and, this year, certain products will have a special flag if they are manufactured in Hawaii; the festival also looks for high-quality products, capacity to scale, and a compelling story that connects with the audience.
Before You Buy a Hawaii Souvenir: What “Made in Hawaii” Really Means
Q: How has Kalapana Beauty differentiated itself in the market?
By showing the start-to-finish process and farm-sourced ingredients, proving that their macadamia oil and other native oils are genuinely produced in Hawaii, which strengthens their
Before You Buy a Hawaii Souvenir: What “Made in Hawaii” Really Means
Q: What makes Made in Hawaii Festival special? How is it different than a normal shopping event or craft fair in Hawaii?
It's the largest gathering of Hawaii's makers from all main islands, offering not just shopping but live entertainment, chef demos, and culturally significant programming that showcases items made in Hawaii and the stories behind them.
Kauai After Hurricane Lowell: A Local Perspective on Recovery and How to Help
Q: What should visitors know right now as they plan trips to Kauai in the near term?
Visitors should verify open areas with their accommodations, consider staying closer to open zones like Hanalei, and be prepared to adapt plans to respect closures and support local businesses and volunteers.

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A practical, traveler‑focused show offering concise Hawaii vacation planning guidance, cultural context, and insider tips. Episodes cover island itineraries, timing, budgeting, and respectful travel, frequently featuring guest voices from local communities and cultural practitioners. The host brings extensive destination expertise and a calming, actionable approach, often weaving in product mentions and sponsor integrations. Listeners likely seek authentic experiences, reliable planning strategies, and up‑to‑date information to plan stress‑free trips that honor local culture.

Noteworthy strengths include a clear emphasis on Maʻemaʻe Hawaiʻi values, actionable checklists and guides, and a blend of solo planning content with guest perspectiv... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Megan Kealoha Matsuda
2. Lauren Zerbel
3. Sarah Kawakami
4. Alex Kawakami
5. Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao
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