Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Royal Lahaina Offers Kaanapali Concert Series This Summer Featuring Barry Flanagan and Eric Gilliom

Aloha from Tom Barefoot's Tours,

We are contacting you because one of our agents has probably spoken to you recently about a trip that you are taking to Maui this summer. We wanted to include some additional information that you should be aware of regarding some special musical presentations that will be happening on island.

Our good friend, Barry Flanagan, the "Hoku" award winning Hawaiian performer is having some special showings this summer at the Royal Lahaina Hotel. These are going to be fantastic and we simply wanted to let you know they were happening. Unfortunately we will not be vouchering them so if you have an interest you will have to contact the number on the attachment provided below to make a reservation.

Barry Flanagan and Eric Gilliom are simply so good that we wanted to give you a "heads up". Please make a reservation early if you have an interest in hearing some of the best music available on the islands (or anywhere else for that matter).

For more information about Barry Flanagan and his concert series, please visit: http://www.tombarefoot.com/barry_flanagan_hapa.html and http://www.tombarefoot.com/main/royal_lahaina_kaanapali_nights.html

Please enjoy and have a great summer,

Aloha,

Tom Barefoot

Wednesday, July 9, 2008

The Best Luaus on the Hawaiian Islands

Best Luaus on Maui - As you probably know, the only place on the planet you can truly attend a luau is in Hawaii, and arguably, the very best luaus to be found in the state are on Maui, so if your going to do aluau, you should do it right here. The other thing that I should mention at this point is that if your going to decide to book a luau on Maui, you should probably consider doing it right now or as soon as you possibly can, long before you actually arrive on vacation, because some of our very best luaus (not all but some of them) actually are sold out weeks and even months in advance. I know it seems incredible, but it is the absolute truth. Even if the luau is not sold out, the sooner we make a booking for you the better the seating arrangement will be for you and your family when you attend. With regard to shows: years ago the only type of real entertainment we had at night were luaus and dinner cruises. Today we have some world class entertainment which holds it own by anybody’s standards. Please take a look in this section at the Maui Theater’s “Ulalena” which is a special production only to be found on Maui. Warren and Annabelle’s Magic Show is also an incredible favorite and if possible should not be missed. For more information about Maui Luaus - click here.

Best Luaus on Oahu - Luaus are the big attraction
on Oahu. No question about it, luaus on Oahu are the single biggest event
participated in by our island visitors. And why shouldn’t they
be. This is the quintessential Hawaiian party and feast. You won’t
find anything like it anywhere in the world. I always rationalize
that I’ll be going out to eat somewhere that night anyway so
for a little more why not include the show and the entire orchestrated
event into the evening excitement. Oahu luaus are certainly
among the most famous in the state. All provide transportation
to and from and one, the Sea Life Park luau even includes entrance
to the park and exhibits prior to the show and even for a month after
the day of your big Hawaiian feast. Remember that luaus here
are a must and they won’t let you back on the plane to go home
if your passport is not stamped and validated by your luau provider.
Just kidding, but you and your family and friends will love attending
a luau while on your vacation to Oahu. For more information about Oahu Luaus - click here.

Best Luaus on Kauai - No trip to Kauai is really complete without attending a luau. This is the one activity that is so totally Hawaiian that to miss it would be to miss a link to the origins of old Hawaii. The food, the drink, the hula and entertainment, and the general social setting of this Hawaiian party is certain to make this evening a memorable highlight of your Hawaiian experience. For more information about Kauai Luaus - click here.

Best Luaus on the Big Island of Hawaii - Every Hawaiian island has its luaus and if the Big Island is the island you’ve decided to visit, then you should do a luau here. No trip to Hawaii is really complete without one. This is the one activity that is so totally Hawaiian that to miss it would be to miss a link to the origins of old Hawaii. The food, the drink, the hula and entertainment, and the general social setting of this Hawaiian party is certain to make this evening a memorable highlight of your Hawaiian experience. For more information about Big Island of Hawaii Luaus - click here.

For more information about "The Best Luaus on the Hawaiian Islands", please visit:
http://www.tombarefoot.com/maui/luau_maui.html
http://www.tombarefoot.com/oahu/luaus_oahu.html
http://www.tombarefoot.com/kauai/luaus_kauai.html
http://www.tombarefoot.com/hawaii/luau_bigisle.html

Tom Barefoot

Friday, July 4, 2008

How to Spend the 4th of July in Hawaii

Aloha! You can spend the 4th of July in Hawaii at any number of festivities and celebrations throughout the Aloha State. Get together with friends or go to a large celebration to commemorate this patriotic day.

Instructions:

Things You’ll Need:

  • Food for a party or to take to a party
  • Transportation
  • Party favors
  • Fireworks

Step1: As you get nearer to the 4th of July, check out the local news on television, radio and newspaper to find out what events are happening near you to celebrate Independence Day.

Step2: Go to a friend’s 4th of July party in Hawaii.

Step3: Plan a party of your own—invite friends over to your home for a barbecue and have some fun.

Step4: Go to your local 4th of July Parade.

Step5: Go to the local fireworks display or let off your own in the evening.

Tips & Warnings
  • Enjoy yourself, but be safe around fireworks, barbecues and vehicles.
  • If fireworks are needed to celebrate your 4th of July. "Please insure that proper permits are obtained."
  • If you are drinking at a party, designate a driver that will stay sober so you can all get home safely. If you don’t have a designated driver, call a cab.
  • If you are having a party where alcohol is being served, make sure you don’t let your friends drive home intoxicated.

Have a happy and safe 4th of July weekend!

Tom Barefoot

For more information about how to spend your time on Hawaii, Maui, Oahu, or Kauai, please visit: http://www.tombarefoot.com