AboutBruce Fisher Expertise I’m a Hawaii Vacation Evangelist and the founder of Hawaii-Aloha.com. I have lived here in the islands for 18 years and have developed a special affinity and enthusiasm for this wonderful place. I’m so grateful that each and every day I can help folks plan and make their vacation dreams come true. My company specializes in inbound travel from mainland US to all the islands of Hawaii. I can answer any travel questions relating to travel packages, airfare, weddings, all inclusive and cruises to Hawaii.
Experience I have been in the travel industry for 13 years
Organizations International Association of Travel Agents, Cruise Lines International Association, Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau, American Society of Travel Agents, Outside Sales and Support Network, Association of Retail Travel Agents, National Association of Commissioned Travel Agents, Better Business Bureau
Publications Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Travel Agent-Home Based, Travel Agent Magazine, Travel Weekly, Travel Trade, Smarter Travel, Honolulu Advertiser, Honolulu Star Bulletin, Pacific Business News, Hawaii Business
Television Travel Channel-Hawaii do's and dont's
Education/Credentials B.S in Psychology Certified Hawaii HVCB Destination Specialist All ISlands
Certified Norwegian Freestyle Cruise Line Specialist
Outrigger Specialist
Hyatt Specialist
Marriott Hotel Sales Specialist
Fairmont Famous Agent
Hilton Hawaiian University Certified
Ambassador of Aloha Certification
Question Hi Bruce, stumbled across your page, wondered if you could help. We are due to come & visit Big Island in May this year, staying at Waikeola Beach - flying in from London and we have to stop over either in LA or San Francisco first before catching flight in to Honolulu before onto Hilo. We didnt know if we should extend our holiday and stay 2 nights in either LA or San Fran if given opportunity to choose, or should we just wait in airport 3 hours and forget seeing those places and get to Hawaii and stay there for longer instead?
We are due to stay at the Volcano House Hotel on B.I for 1 night as well - during our stay at the Marriott at A Bay.
Any help or advice would be appreciated.
Regards Jane London
Answer Aloha Jane,
Personally I would vote for coming straight to Hawaii, however, San Francisco is a beautiful place and there is a lot to see there. This is really a decision that you and only you can make. It also depends on how long your actual vacation is. As a rule of thumb, I usually recommend people spend at least a week in the Islands but if you have more time you can experience more of what we have two offer here. Additionally, if you have more time it might make sense to spend a couple of days in San Francisco before you come over to Hawaii.
With regard to the Volcano House be prepared for very rustic, old style accommodations. The property is very basic and it's really just a place to stay while visiting the Volcano and since you're there for only one night that should be ok. The Marriott Waikoloa is quite nice and I think you will enjoy it there.
