Yolanda was fabulous and knowledgeable. She took 10 of us wherever we wanted and explained the history of each place.
Private tour in Honolulu Yolanda S
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Aloha! My name is Yolanda. I'm an outgoing, adventurous person who loves history, travel, and meeting people from different countries. I studied Tourism Administration in college, was a flight attendant for five years, and later worked many years in people-oriented, professional positions related to customer service. I joined ToursByLocals 7 years ago. The positive reviews I've received since then are the result of my love for this beautiful Hawaiian culture, my passion for customer service, and great desire to share all of these with eager visitors, like you, the uniqueness of this beautiful place. My goal is to make you feel welcome and part of one 'ohana ("family" in Hawaiian), and to give you exclusive experiences that will create lasting memories. As a long-time resident of Hawaii, I know its best-kept secrets and specialize in providing unique experiences in off-the-beaten-path places. I know the best places to see whales, manta rays, monk seals, sea turtles, and albatrosses; pick your own fruit; and buy Kona coffee, pineapple ice cream, Hawaiian quilts, shave ice, or Koa wood carvings. I know the places Mark Twain called "the most beautiful view in the world" and "the Grand Canyon of the Pacific. " I know where you can find bargains, the best golf courses, culinary delights, uplifting entertainment, unspoiled nature, scenic drives, and fabulous hiking, snorkeling, and stand up paddle boarding. I also know which activities and site visits can be reasonably combined into plans for a single day on a particular island. I'm a Certified Hawaii Professional Tour Guide. I'm also an authorized tour guide for Pearl Harbor National Memorial, so I can reserve tickets for you, take you to the most important places, and provide you with key historical facts and other important information, including how to navigate their complex procedures and regulations, in order to optimize your experience. My tours are flexible, customizable, and available in either English or Spanish. By tapping into my knowledge and expertise you will spend less time deciding what to do. You will be far more likely to visit the most beautiful and fascinating places on the islands and choose attractions and excursions that are truly worthwhile and provide good value for the money. And you will also be able to relax, knowing that WE SANITIZE OUR VEHCILES AND PROVIDE HAND SANITIZER TO KEEP YOU SAFE. Authorized Tour Guide at Pearl Harbor Certified Hawaii Professional Tour Guide Hawaii Destination Specialist P.U.C. 1010-C TWIC credential. As a certified and licensed guide, I have no restrictions.
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Make a date with history by visiting the Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor, one of the most historic places in the world. Learn from the excellent displays in the visitor center, view a film on the day "which will live in infamy", and visit the USS Arizona Memorial by crossing the harbor aboard a Navy vessel. You can then either visit the Southeast side of Oahu, with its beautiful coastline and scenery or the North Shore - your choice. As an authorized tour guide at Pearl Harbor, I will reserve the tickets for you and your party. I will provide historical information during our ride to Pearl Harbor and I will provide guidance on how to navigate at the visitor center. I won't be able to go with you to the memorial, or any of the exhibits. Approx. 1 1/2 hours. After you are done with the visit to Pearl Harbor, we continue onto our scenic tour of your choice: Oahu's North Shore or Southeast Coast.
Yolanda was fabulous and knowledgeable. She took 10 of us wherever we wanted and explained the history of each place.
What an awesome day with Yolanda! We saw Pearl Harbor, the Dole Plantation, lunch at the beach when touring the North Shore of the Island. I have a bad knee so she customized the tour to accommodate that need but did not miss anything. She is so knowledgeable of the island that it made the tour even more enjoyable. When coming back to the island we would book her again and recommend her without any hesitation! From Chris and I, Thanks again Yolanda!
Yolanda is a FANTASTIC tour guide. I highly recommend her. She is very knowledgeable about the history of Hawaii and the attack on Pearl Harbor. She is a great conversationalist and easy to talk to. She made sure we got to see and do everything that we had asked for and she gave us such a memorable day.
Yolanda was great, she listened to our requests changing the itinerary accordingly. Her knowledge of the history of Pearl Harbor along with stories highlighting the actions of individuals made history come more alive.
A great day with Yolanda My husband and I were traveling with two teenage grandsons. We wanted to show them Pearl Harbor, the north shore and the shrimp trucks and the Dole Pineapple Farm. She helped us plan this itinerary. She provided lots of information about Pearl Harbor as well as the islands history. We all loved her and will book her again if we take other grandchildren to Hawaii.
Wonderful tour. We learned a lot and had a great time.
Pick up at your hotel, airport, or cruise ship terminal Drive to Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Take the Navy shuttle to visit the USS Arizona Memorial Following our time at Pearl Harbor, we will continue to our scenic tour of your choice: North Shore or Southeast Coast. North Shore Oahu: Dole Plantation, Haleiwa Town, North Shore beaches, Waimea Bay, food trucks, Kualoa Ranch, drive beneath the cliffs of the magnificent Ko'olau Mountains, Macadamia Farm, secret spot, Chinaman's Hat & much more. Or: Southeast Shore: Diamond Head Lookout, Lanai Point, Haloha Blowhole and Beach Cove, Makapu'u Lookout, most beautiful beaches in Hawaii, Secret spot, Kailua Town, Pali Lookout
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Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Airport: ,Cruise: ship terminal, Waikikli and Ko'olina hotels.
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