Jeanne Cooper, Author at Local Getaways

A serene sunset over a tranquil ocean, with a pier extending into the water. The sky is painted in shades of orange and pink, reflecting on the water's surface. Silhouettes of people are visible on the pier, as if they've just returned from one of the top island tours in Kauai. Mountains frame the background.

Top Island Tours on Kauai

From golden sand beaches to tropical rainforests, there is plenty to explore on the island of Kauai. Given the fact that around ninety percent of […]

Best Value Hotels on Oahu

With nearly 30,000 hotel rooms within the 3.4 square miles of Waikiki, you can find a wide range of price points for lodgings. These hotels

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A couple stands in an infinity pool at one of the best romantic hotels in Maui, gazing into each other's eyes. Surrounded by palm trees, they enjoy a scenic view of the ocean and mountains during sunset. The sky is a gradient of blue and orange hues.

Best Romantic Hotels on Maui

A moonlit beach and the right person by your side are all you really need to experience romance in the Aloha State. Still, these hotels

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A person with long hair sits on a massage table wrapped in a towel at the best spa hotel in Maui, facing a lush garden with various tropical plants and trees. A window on both sides frames the relaxing scene, and there are flowers placed on the table beside the person.

Best Spa Hotels on Maui

If you want to relax and rejuvenate on your Hawaii vacation, there’s nothing better than a visit to one of its best spa hotels on

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Aerial view of one of the best oceanfront hotels in Maui: a luxury beachfront resort. Numerous white buildings with blue pools are nestled in lush greenery alongside a sandy beach with calm waves. The scene includes well-maintained lawns, palm trees, and pathways connecting the resort structures.

Best Oceanfront Hotels on Maui

Let’s face it: You probably flew long enough that you’d like to minimize travel time to the water once you’re in Hawaii. Here are Maui’s

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Aerial view of a coastal resort with white buildings on a peninsula, surrounded by blue ocean water and sandy beaches. A vibrant rainbow arches across the sky over the lush green landscape and mountains in the background under a cloudy sky—truly one of the best group hotels Maui has to offer.

Best Hotels for Group Getaways on Maui

Discovering hidden beaches, gorgeous rainforests and insanely good restaurants is all well and fine, but as most people come to realize, they’re even better experiences

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Two hikers are walking down a trail surrounded by lush greenery and ferns on a mountainside. One hiker is pointing towards the view of a distant town and the ocean seen through a break in the foliage, showcasing one of the best things to do Oahu offers. The scene includes rolling green hills and a cloudy sky.

Top Oahu Activities

Whether its epic surf spots, historic sites like Pearl Harbor, jaw-dropping vistas and truly unique one-of-a-kind activities like Jurassic Park tours, there is no shortage

Best Oceanfront Hotels on Oahu

Let’s face it: You probably flew long enough that you’d like to minimize travel time to the water once you’re in Hawaii. Here are Oahu’s

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Best Luxury Hotels in Oahu

For over a century, travelers have flocked to Oahu for luxury vacations. For decades, the Royal Hawaiian, Moana Surfrider, Kahala and Halekulani were the top

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A family of four, including two adults and two children, enjoys snorkeling in the clear, shallow waters of Oahu. They are wearing snorkel masks and smiling, with water splashing up around them. The background features a partly cloudy sky and rocky shores.

Best Beaches for Snorkeling on Oahu

No matter what side of the island you find yourself on, there’s a great chance you can throw on your mask, snorkel and fins and

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