With the holiday season quickly approaching, it is nearly the time of year that brings many family traditions, and in Hawaii, there is not shortage of traditions for the holidays. And while a vacation to Hawaii may not be in the books for everyone, the opportunity to enjoy the holidays in paradise is a unique experience, and there is plenty to do during your trip.
Beginning with Halloween, there are fun activities that bring the holiday traditions to you, despite being away from the traditions that you are more accustomed to. We have collected the best of the best and hope that your holidays memories will include the wonderful memories that you’ve created while celebrating in the islands.
Oahu
With multiple choices to choose from, New Years Eve fun on Oahu takes you out onto the ocean with the Star of Honolulu for dinner, show, and New Years Eve fireworks display that draws crowds from around the island. Whether you choose the Celebration Dinner, Romance Dinner, or the Admirals Dinner, the meal selection is terrific and each option includes entertainment that will not disappoint. The star of the evening is the fireworks display over Waikiki Beach, that you will enjoy with the shoreline in view, providing a mesmerizing backdrop for the island’s best display.
Oahu’s other option for New Year’s Entertainment is the Rock-A-Hula New Year’s Eve Show in Waikiki at Oahu’s version of a Las Vegas show. Complete with live entertainment and package options of cocktails, luau dinner, and VIP Seating and 4-course dinner, your evening promises to be a non-stop good time. Show performers keep the evening rocking, and you’ll see all of the greats, including Elvis, Michael Jackson, Elton John, and Hula Dancers that steal the show, all under the roof of the Royal Hawaiian Theater.
Maui
The holiday fun on Maui kicks off with a Halloween Cocktail Cruise with the Pacific Whale Foundation, departing from the Ma’alaea Harbor on board an ultra-stable catamaran. Dress up in your favorite costume for a sunset cruise with cocktails and appetizers before arriving to Lahaina for a stop over on Front St. and Maui’s best Halloween party. This Halloween Cocktail Cruise is for those age 21 and over, and cocktail options include Mai Tais, wine and beer from Maui Brewing Company.
On Thanksgiving, the place to find the classic foods that the holiday is famous for is onboard the Pacific Whale Foundation’s Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise. With views of the West Maui Mountains, and the wide-open Pacific Ocean, the scenery cannot be beat. Couple that with everyone’s favorites, including roasted turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and a variety of desserts, and your Thanksgiving will be one you remember for a long time.
Sure, your holidays may be a little different than you’re used to, but the celebrations don’t have to stop just because you’re away from home. Enjoy them with style in Hawaii!
Due to the high volume of visitors traveling to Hawaii year round, our Oahu tours and Oahu activities sell out quickly. In many cases, tours sell out weeks or months in advance, especially our top seller Sea Life Park Luau. To ensure your spots on tour, we recommend reserving your tours today. Call our office or book online to take advantage of our low price guarantee today.