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Part 2: UnCruise Small Ship Experience & Cost in Hawaii

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โค๏ธ Best for CoupleSouth_pacific ยท WinterFrom MolokaiVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We are passionate about sharing our knowledge about river cruises, expedition, yacht, and barge cruises so you are informed when it comes to choosing your own vacation experiences.

It was really, really special. Last week, we gave you an overview of Un Cruise Adventures and what makes the cruise line special, including it is American flagged.

The food was, I would say, wonderful. I was pleasantly surprised by how good the food was.

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Rent a car on Molokai and the Big Island to explore independently.
โœ“Pack a cardigan or sweatshirt for cooler evenings and top decks.
โœ“Bring binoculars and a telephoto camera lens for wildlife viewing.
โœ“Schedule manta ray tours in advance and check cancellation policies.
โœ“Use the Guide Along app to enhance self-guided tours on the Big Island.

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

What to expect on a small, less-developed island like Molokai โ€” Rent a car, explore local farms, and embrace the untouched, casual nature of the island.
Packing for variable weather and activities โ€” Bring layers, rain gear, binoculars, and waterproof phone holders for skiff and kayak outings.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the UnCruise small ship experience like in Hawaii?
QWhat are the costs and budgeting tips for a Hawaiian small ship cruise?
QWhat should you pack for a Hawaiian cruise adventure?

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Port Highlights

Kona, Big Island4 Happy Bacon
Top: Volcano National Park
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Top: Plumeria farm lei making
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Top: Manta ray night snorkel
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We're continuing our ๐ŸŒบ UnCruise Hawaii adventure! Let's island hop from charming Moloka'i to bustling Big Island, with pristine Lana'i in between. Discover what makes each destination unique, savor Hawaiian cultural and culinary highlights with us, and experience those magical moments, such as green flash sunsets, that make small ship cruising so special. We'll also share our essential packing and budgeting tips to help you plan your Hawaiian cruise adventure. Whether you're considering UnCruise or just dreaming of island life, this episode gives you the insider perspective you need to continue dreaming but, more importantly, start planning. If you haven't listened to Part 1 of this two-parter, it will help you gain a better understanding for the UnCruise Hawaiian Seascapes itinerary: https://youtu.be/2inIvbieaFg?si=NoR_FDu5YAupqDxG Helpful links mentioned in this episode, Part 2, include: โ€ข We are obsessed with our binoculars that we always travel with: https://sometimessailing.com/binoculars โ€ข We also packed our telephoto lens, which allowed us to get very close to the whales for amazing photos: https://amzn.to/3Hm0yPl โ€ข The Guide Along App is incredible and completely transformed our experience touring the Big Island, just the two of us. Buy the Big Island bundle if youโ€™ll be in Hawaiโ€™i - Itโ€™s like the best private tour guide at a fraction of the cost: https://guidealong.com/tour/big-island-hawaii/?afmc=2ms&utm_campaign=2ms&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliate โ€ข Guide Along has other Hawaii bundles and island tours as well: https://guidealong.com/tour/hawaii-bundle/?afmc=2mr&utm_campaign=2mr&utm_source=leaddyno&utm_medium=affiliate โ€ข We discuss the cost of an UnCruise trip and the specials available on their website. Be sure to check out episode six of our podcast, where we discuss What Small Ship Cruises Actually Cost with some budgeting tips: YouTube: https://youtu.be/2DwLO1db04s โ€ข If youโ€™re staying on the Big Island before or after your cruise, we recommend booking a Manta Ray tour: https://www.viator.com/partner-shop/sometimes-home-sailing/Hawaii?medium=link&medium_version=shop&campaign=hawaii-big-island-podcast