Adventures and Events

Discover Hawaii's Marvels:
Experience the enchantment of Hawaii's Big Island, where adventure and relaxation blend seamlessly. Explore the dramatic landscapes of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, marvel at the towering Akaka Falls, and bask in the sun at Hapuna Beach. Dive into the vibrant underwater world of Kealakekua Bay and savor the rich flavors of Kona coffee. Whether ziplining over lush valleys or enjoying a traditional luau, the Big Island offers endless possibilities for unforgettable memories. 🌺🌴

Itinerary:
We will hit all of the top visiting spots in this Big Island itinerary plus more. The detailed itinerary will only be shared to those who are confirmed. Plus we are renting 2 jeeps; one itinerary for folks looking to get more items done and another for people who prefer a more relaxing itinerary.

April 23: Travel to Big Island

• Wrap up your work by 5pm and take plane ride to KONA Airport
• Get Jeep Rental

April 24-26: Explore KONA

• Lots of tours
• Moa Laua Show
• Lots of snorkeling
• Lots of sightseeting

April 27-30: Volcanoes National Park, Green Sand Beach, Black Sand Beach, and Puna

• Explore Volcano Trails
• Drive famous scenic drives
• Go to famous colored sand beaches
• Scenic Overlook

May 1-3: Hilo and Waimea

• Hilo Tours
• Waterfalls
• Farmers Market
• Helicopter Tour(optional)
• Trails

May 4: Depart from KONA

• Fly back early like 10am

Suggested airplane trips
The following trip schedule is suggested for timing. Buy your own tickets since you have your own preference for flights.

Equipment:

• Camping

1. Sleeping bag or quilt
2. Sleeping pad
3. Tent or share tent with someone already with a tent.
4. Trash bag
5. Portable charger
6. Lighter
7. Utensils
8. Appropriate Weather Clothing

• Hiking

1. Binoculars
2. Poles
3. Water
4. Sunscreen
5. Bug Spray
6. Hiking socks
7. Headlamp
8. hiking boots

Camping:
Most days we are staying in hostel but some days in more remote locations like VNP we are camping so you will need to bring camping gear.

Cost:
The cost is $1500 total for all Lodging and Tours. All other costs you will need to cover. It is not possible to remove one of the tours to get a cheaper cost since they come as a package and we have limited vehicles. You can always refuse to participate in the tours at any time without refund though.

To get a spot simply send an attendance deposit of $500. The remaining $1000 is due March 23.

Tours:

1. Helicopter Tour
2. Abalone
3. Sea Salt
4. Sea Horse
5. Manta Ray Snorkel
6. Big Island Bees
7. Laua Show
8. Puna Chocolate and Coffee Farm
9. Bioreserve

Helicopter Tour
Helicopter Tour is the only one not currently covered yet because I want to talk to confirmed members first before booking. This is because there are requirements to be able to go them.

Accommodation Availability:
Hostel and camping spots booked for 8 people.

Refund Policy:
March 23th is the last day for guaranteed full refunds. Afterwards refunds are only possible if all spots are filled and someone on waitlist can take your spot.

Waitlist:
The waitlist is ordered so those who get on waitlist first have priority over later joiners. Paying the $500 attendance deposit secures you a spot on the waitlist if the event is full. If a spot opens up then I will reach out and ask if you're interested in joining. If you are interested then you can join us and if not then I'll refund. Anyone who doesn't get off waitlist by the start will be refunded.

Payment methods:
Make sure payment is for friends/family

• Zelle
• Paypal
• Venmo
• CashApp

Liability Waiver:
Filling this out is required

Communication:
Whatsapp

Are we visiting other Hawaii Islands?
Not on this trip but I do have plans to host a trip to the other islands in the future. Stay tuned!

You're invited to the 15th Annual Overnight Party cruises, 2025! We've been doing these 1-night repositioning cruises since 2010 and back for a series of 4 short PNW cruises this year. This overnight cruise is from Vancouver, BC to Seattle on the Holland Eurodam with meals and entertainment included all just for the price of a hotel room. Join us and book with the group for special rates, perks and activities! ~Claudette

COST: Rates starting at $143 per (Inside) cabin (as of 2/26/25 for 1 or 2 people), includes cabin, meals, onboard entertainment and extras noted below.
Upgrades available to Oceanview and Balcony cabins & Suites
TAXES AND PORT FEES: $54.50 per person, included

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Why do a 1-night, 1-way cruise? Because they are fun and a great way to sample a cruise and do a quick getaway! Check out short videos on this YouTube playlist to see what all the buzz is about!

Welcome to take the Amtrak train or motorcoach/shuttles to head up a day early to explore Vancouver in the afternoon followed by a group dinner, or come up the day of the cruise.

On the cruise there are freshwater pools & hot tubs, casinos, shows, night club along with unlimited lunch, dinner, breakfast and snacks. We don't call it a party cruise for nothing! For those coming up early or staying later, get your hotel at special package rates via the Booking Form - a one-stop shop experience!

*** Passport, Enhanced Driver's License, or other travel documents required. ***

This is a multi-group event. More people may be signed up than you see RSVPd here. All rates and deposits are subject to change until booked. Remember to review the full details, especially for updated rates.

• Dates: May 8-18, 2025 (England & Ireland in 12 Days, 10 Nights in Destination)
Option to add up to 3 nights to your stay
• Cost: (INCLUDES flights - rates subject to change)
Single Occupancy - $3,699
Double Occupancy - $5,598
• Details: Click here for full details and to request a quote.
Can't make this date - more dates are available.

See more info below. If you have any questions, you can email Claudette@ClaudetteTravels.com.

Embark on a captivating 12-day, 10-night adventure through England and Ireland. This holiday features a classic exploration of Ireland’s historic cities, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture, complemented by a 3-night stay in the dynamic capital of London with the option to extend your stay up to 3 days prior. Key highlights include visits to the Cliffs of Moher, Dublin, Kilkenny, and Killarney National Park. ~Claudette

INCLUDES:

• All flights
• Accommodations
• Some transfers
• Activities
• Breakfast

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This is a joint event with Eastside Social Club and Seattle Social and Getaways, My guests will be those signed up in other groups.

🌿 Seaweed Harvest Adventure at Lisabeula: A Bounty of Oceanic Delights! 🌊

Permission to harvest seaweed:
I have successfully petitioned Vashon Island Board Council to vote in a change in Vashon laws to allow seaweed harvesting.

Agreement to appear in Public Media:
Since it's relatively unknown that harvesting seaweed on vashon is allowed, I am looking to reach out to media to publicize more information for the public. This is likely to involve agreeing to release some of our photos of our trip so everyone will need to agree to this before being allowed to join the trip.

Season:
We should be in peak season right before seaweed starts to spawn in the summer. This is where we expect it to taste best. As a bonus we are going before any red tide can appear.

Seaweed species:
I have confirmed sightings of the following species.

1. Bull kelp
2. Brown algae
3. Rockweed
4. Gutweed/Ulva

Regulations:
Read here for regulations. Please buy a shellfish/seaweed license.

Equipment:

1. Shellfish license
2. Wader(seaweed is better harvested from sea than on sand)
3. Scissors or knife
4. Foraging bag
5. Gloves
6. Waterproof shoes. Prefer waders or rain boots
7. Food to share and Cooking equipment for lighthouse quarters
8. Clam knife if you plan to eat cockles and butter clams and remove sand before cooking.
9. Your host will bring a scale
10. Things you plan to bring to airbnb

Accommodations
We are staying at 2 historic light house quarters at point robinson from 5/9-5/11 so 2 nights and can take up to 14 people. I cannot guarantee you will get a comfortable sleeping arrangement or that you won't need to share a large bed. The only way to guarantee you can sleep on your own is to bring a sleeping bag.

Quarter A

• 2 Queen beds to be shared by 2 people
• 2 single beds
• 2 roll-a-ways

Quarter B

• 1 Queen beds to be shared by 2 people
• 2 single beds
• 2 roll-a-ways

I am capping this trip to 14 people max who are staying at the lighthouse quarters. I'm not able to accommodate additional people past 14 since the quality of the event will go down. If you want to make your separate trip that is fine but I wouldn't be able to coordinate with you.

Payment
Cost is $150
Make sure payment is for friends/family

• Zelle
• Paypal
• Venmo
• CashApp

Refund
The only way to get a refund is to get a replacement to take your spot.

Cooking afterwards:
For those staying at Airbnb, we can cook at airbnb after harvest. If I end up allowing people coming for day trip to join us, you guys should bring your own portable grill and we can use the picnic tables at the park.

Communication for carpools and other info:
Use this whatsapp link to communicate for carpools

Schedule:

1. 7:00 PM Friday: Carpool to Point Robinson Lighthouse and maybe eat something on the way
2. 7:00 AM Saturday: Eat breakfast at Lighthouse
3. 8:43AM-12:43 PM Harvest Seaweed and Clams
4. Rest of the day explore island and cook and eat
5. 11:00 AM Sunday Checkout of Lighthouse
6. 9AM-1PM Harvest seaweed and clams(Optional)
7. Drive back home

Liability:
Filling this will be required