Eight Australian travel agents have been hosted on an adventurous trade famil in Hawaii.
Representatives from TravelManagers, itravel, Envoyage, MTA and Connected Travel spent five nights in Hawaii staying at Aqua Palms Waikiki, followed by Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Suites in Oahu.
During their stay on the island, the agents experienced rooftop champagne at Aqua-Aston’s ultra-luxury boutique hotel, ESPACIO The Jewel of Waikiki, and its award-winning restaurant, Mugen.
The group explored Hawaii with the adrenaline rush of a tour and zipline over Kualoa Ranch – a private natural reserve that has been the setting for the likes of Jurassic World and Jumanji films.
Other memorable moments included a Paina Waikiki Luau, a Diamond Head hike and snorkelling Turtle Canyon with Holokai Catamaran.
The trade fam participants inspected a selection of Aqua-Aston’s range of apartments and hotel properties during their visit, such as Aston Waikiki Beach Tower and Aston Waikiki Sunset.
Travel Advisor Jade Sharp from Connected Travel won a spot on the famil after attending a Hawaiian Airlines and Aqua-Aston Hospitality webinar in August.
“What has really stood out to me about Aqua-Aston is the incredible variety of accommodation they offer,” said Ms Sharp.
“I particularly love the apartment-style accommodation, with kitchens, separate living areas and multiple-bedroom options that create that real Hawaiian home-away-from-home feeling.
“They’re fantastic for families, groups and multi-generational travellers who appreciate having extra space and flexibility.”
“Hawaii is a destination with so many layers to discover, and each island has its own distinct personality and experiences to explore,” said Emily Watters, Trade & PR Manager for Hawaiʻi Tourism Oceania.
“For many Australian and New Zealand travellers, the first visit is just the beginning.
“Every return offers an opportunity to see a different side of the islands, reconnect with their favourite places and discover somewhere new.
“Combined with the warmth of the aloha spirit and the connections made along the way, it’s easy to understand why so many travellers keep coming back to Hawaii.”
