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April 1, 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Dear Melissa, I am finally responding to your kind letter asking about our recent trip to the Big Island of Hawaii. First, I want to sing praises to Hiapo. He was absolutely the best. He was patient and oh so accommodating to my non stop requests and, if truth be told, my whining. He made some magic happen and our whole experience was top notch. We loved our rooms with their beautiful views, the magnificent breakfast each morning and the whole Hawaiian experience. My dream was to spend time with my son and daughter-in-law in a special place for us to make wonderful memories. I rarely get to see my son and my time with him was so memorable and far beyond my imagination. I should add that I was worried about how I would organize everything at the resort. How pleased I was to find how well Hiapo organized everything for me, from the rooms, car rental, check in, breakfast and the paddle boat and snorkel rentals. We loved and appreciated it all. I'll be paying for this vacation for a few years to come but the memories will last a lire time, Favorite experiences? Can't begin to name one. But the view I had from my room overlooking the bay and dolphin pools was exquisite. We really enjoyed watching the runner light the torches along the resort paths each night from out balconies. Oddly enough, playing with and feeding the fish at the boat dock outside the breakfast restaurant is a really fond memory. I can't imagine a more wonderful vacation and I know Michael and Amy feel the same. Mahalo, D. Tener & Family Silverdale, Washington If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

March 26, 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Hello Holly, I have meant to send you this email since our return…we had a blast!! We did not want to leave!! All the excursions that you booked for us were perfect. We had perfect seats at the Luau, a wonderful sunset on the Dinner Cruise with great entertainment, and the Van Tour was one of our favorites…great guide…he even stopped at a couple places not on the itinerary for us!! I do think that the Kids had great fun snorkeling and zip-lining. The day of our departure we went to Lahaina and booked one of those blue water whale watching tours for the 6 of us…mom and dad did not go…and that was tons of fun also. The most spectacular thing was where we stayed the Fairmont Kea Lani was absolutely beautiful and the service there was impeccable…second to none!! Everyone was so helpful and nice!! Scott and I walked hand in hand into the Ocean the morning we were leaving and that was one of the most touching memories that I will ever have considering that I almost lost my best friend before we left!! I will write more later…just want to say THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!! We will be using you and McCoy Travel for future trips for SURE!!! Aloha, L. Grimes Enid, OK If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

March 11, 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Melissa & Michael, Our Trip was great – 2 nights at the Ihilani in Oahu and then the rest of the time in Maui. Loved the snorkel trip and it worked great because it was like being on a Whale watch tour as well. The Luau was great – everyone enjoyed it. Beach at Kaanapali was fantastic and the Westin is a great hotel – it was packed but to be expected given school vacation week. The first night at the Ihilani was Valentines day and we did not think to make a dinner reservation in advance and everything was booked. We expressed our concern to the hotel manager and they actually set us up with a room service menu that was fantastic – expensive but fantastic. They comped us a few appetizers and really did a great job. – This confirms my experience with great service from the Marriott. Mokulele Airlines was great on the trip to Maui. Found out on the way that they do not have a bag agreement with American so it was best to fly back via Hawaiian so the bags could get checked straight through. However, when I logged in on Friday I was able to get boarding passes for my American flights but not for Hawaiian Air and the line at the airport was the worst I have seen in a long time. It took well over an hour and 15 minutes to check in and I thought we were going to miss our flight- they could not explain why I could not print the boarding passes in advance. All worked out in the end & we'll be in touch with you for our next trip! Bottom line Hawaii is paradise after a long New England winter. J. Hughes Stow, MA If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

February 28 , 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Melissa, We had a wonderful family holiday!! The staff was great, we loved the location, facilities and amenities. All other activities--scuba, luau, zip-lining, were great fun and a top-notch experience. In spite of the room snafu, the holiday was our family fav! We would even go back to the Kea Lani. Thanks for all your assistance. We LOVED your "beloved" Maui. It IS a paradise!! p.s. Please keep us informed of any "deals" for Maui at Wailea!! Best & Mahalo, S. Block Family Lodi, CA Hawaii Family Trip

February 27 , 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Melissa, We had a great time. Our condo was perfect—relatively small, close to the ocean, clean and attractive. Everyone enjoyed the pool and hot tub. We had a visit from a monk seal and lots of whale sightings. We went to Molokini and Lanai for snorkeling--saw lots of spinning dolphins and whales as well as reef fish. The Old Lahaina luau was lovely—delicious food and strong performances. I’ll try to get to TripAdvisor to rate accommodations too. Thanks for your help! C. Burr & Friends Chico, CA Hawaiian Getaway

February 26 , 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Mike! We are flabbergasted!!!!!! You shocked us earlier today by telling us you'd upgraded us to an Ocean Front Suite (we were just thrilled we'd be in a deluxe ocean view room to begin with), but nothing could have prepared us for these accommodations!!!! Our suite has two bathrooms! It's bigger than our own home! It's beautiful! And we haven't even seen it in daylight!!!! Oh, and did I mention the two giant lanais?????? You are the BEST!!!!!! Thank you so much! Just a little heads-up.. You may be hearing from the hotel... They didn't seem to get the memo about the breakfast being included, but I'm sure it will get straightened out. I printed out an email your wrote that mentioned it, so they are going to try to track it all down. Thank youuuuu! Warmest, J. Holcombe Los Angeles, CA Romantic Hawaiian Getaway Later that day ...Breakfast issue resolved... We are sooooo happy here in Paradise!!!! We woke up and opened the curtains to find we have been transported to the most beautiful place!!! The ocean is RIGHT outside and beautiful beyond belief, and our two lanais are bigger than our dining room!!!!! Thank you!!!! Warmest, J & D Holcombe If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

February 6, 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Rukie, I've been meaning to write, but January was just so busy for us. After coming back from Hawaii we had to find a new nanny in one week and then we were off to Key West for a friends wedding -- an 8 day trip with no travel interupptions. Needless to say we were both behind at work and behind in our personal lives. I attached a few photos for you. One is of Mohan and me at Santa Monica beach (before we got to Hawaii). The second is of Erin and Anna at the old Lahaina Luau. Thanks again for all your help. I have the feeling we were probably one of your more 'challenging' clients. You made our trip relaxing and enjoyable - thank you again. All the best, N. Shah Dublin, OH

January 28, 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Mike, 1st let me say thank you for all your hard work for putting together our wedding/honeymoon last June 2008. Sorry it took me so long to get back to you & thank you. We stayed at the Prince & the Hyatt & we had the absolute most amazing trip. We couldn't have done it out you & your service. You were so patient we us, as we changed our minds a 1000 times, & asked 1000 questions. You are extremely talented at your job, & will be forever a part of making the best week long memories. Please let the owner know how valuable we think you are. I just checked out some of your vacation packages for the anniversary date of june 6th of this year. Please keep us in mind if something comes up. Again THANK YOU for everything, & wishing you a prosperous 2009 Thanks, A.& J. White Newport Beach, CA If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

January 20, 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Hello, Happy New Year to you and your staff. First of all, forgive my late response…coming home from the trip of a lifetime and following it up with Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year is a bit daunting, and believe me—takes up A LOT of your time! I do want to let you know that the service that Michael Byrne provided us was paramount. He answered every stupid little question I had, and trust me—I had a lot of them. He had us set up with a great hotel—we stayed at the Hyatt in Maui and thought it was just lovely. The absolute only problem was one, little cockroach…but hey, we’re in the tropics and that happens, right? Other than that, I thought I was a queen. The staff there, the food there---all of it—absolutely beautiful. Our plane ride was uneventful…which is the best you can ask for in a plane ride—we even arrived a bit earlier than we were supposed to, so that was great as well. Michael put us in touch with Brenda LeBrun (to help us reserve activities) —who was absolutely WONDERFUL!! Brenda and I hit it off like two old friends. She is great—and she knew the island inside and out. She recommended and booked awesome things for us to do. We ziplined, went horse back riding, took a road to Hana tour, went snorkeling—just about every great thing you could do on Maui. She booked us with a great snorkeling tour…never in my life did I see so many beautiful fish! Not to mention swimming around with the turtles at turtle-town…that was a real treat, something that will always be remembered! I’m not sure of the tour company that took us through Hana, but our guide…her name was Pu---was absolutely fantastic! She shared so many great facts and stories with as she drove us through the beautiful scenery. We learned so much about the island and the native Hawaiian people from her, it really was so much more than we expected. I will be sure to log onto TripAdvisor.com and share all my experiences with your staff and suppliers…and believe me, as soon as we can---we will be contacting Michael again and coming back to Hawaii for another visit! Thank you very much!! M. McKenna Whitman, MA If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

January 8, 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha to very one at McCoy Travel ..... Our trip did not start out very well (not your fault). Our plane was delayed 9 hours leaving Las Vegas. Mike Brown, as always, was wonderful. The lady I talked to at customer service was very kind and helpful. We finally made it to The Grand Hyatt on Kauai. The hotel was absolutely beautiful and all the employees there were beyond fantastic. All and all very one had a wonderful time. Thank you, especially Mike Brown, for all your help with this trip. Best Regards, A. Michael Las Vegas, NV If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

January 7, 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Tish, I have just arrived home after a fantastic visit to Maui. Your expertise in providing me with the correct snorkeling equipment, including prescription glasses, ensured that I would have a fabulous time swimming with the turtles and snorkeling in the ocean. Thanks once again for making my holiday so memorable. With kindest regards, B. Spinks If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

January 2 , 2009 ~ Hawaii ~

Hello Holly, Happy New Year! We're just back from our wonderful vacation at Mauna Lani Point. We want to thank you very much for your help with our condo and luau reservations. We absolutely loved the Mauna Lani. It was perfect for us. We had a lot of fun at the Fairmont luau (excellent food and entertainment). All logistics were pre-handled and we had no problems at the Point or Fairmont when checking in. Thanks so much! We will call you in the future - because we are hooked on the Big Island and we will want to get back in the next 12-18 months. Best, A. Best Franklin, WI If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

November 30, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Auntie Tish, We just arrived back in Southern California from Kihei. I just wanted to drop you a note to thank you for ALL your help and your kindness. The volcano bike ride & the Blue Water Raft snorkeling were among our favorite adventures! It truly was one of the best weeks our family has ever had & it was incredible being able to handle EVERYTHING through you! You made everything better with your great attitude. May the Lord shower your life with blessings as you continue to bless others! We will be back in 2010 and we WILL see you again!!! Mahalo, K. Hughes & Family Ontario, California Hawaiian Adventure If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

November 29, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Melissa, We had a great time in Hawaii! We were in Honolulu for two days and visited Pearl Harbour. The tour was very interesting and enjoyable. We then traveled to Kaua'i for five days and loved it! Everything was so BEAUTIFUL! I never knew there were so many different shades of green! We took a helicopter tour with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters. The views were awesome! It was a little rainy that day, but overall it was very nice. The Resort was our favorite part of our trip. We upgraded to an ocean view room and were so glad we did. The beach was just steps away from our room. We attended the luau there and loved every bit of it. The food and entertainment were both excellent. We flew American Airlines. I guess the worst part was the return flight. We had two connections coming home and it was a very long day for us. We left Lihue at 10:00 PM and finally got home to Amarillo, Texas by 2:30 PM the next day. We would have loved a direct flight to Dallas and then just that short flight to Amarillo. That would have been so much better. Also, we had to pay for in-flight food. It was expensive and really not very good. Anyway, thanks for an amazing trip! (Hiapo and Melissa were both very helpful with arrangements.) We are so glad that we used McCoy Travel. Everything went very smoothly for us. Sincerely, K. Finley Amarillo, TX If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

November 12, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Melissa & Tish, I've been meaning to write to express how wonderful our vacation experience in Kauai was. We most enjoyed the helicopter tour with Island Helicopters - it is a must see, the Zip Lining tour - despite my initial fear of ziplining, the experience was one I will carry with me forever and the Horseback ride at the Princeville Ranch - we were able to swim near a waterfall and actually slide down the rocks of the fall - that was unreal and utterly beautiful. Everything turned out beautifully and we will surely use your agency again for our future travel plans. Thank You! Mahalo, A. Perez Miami, Florida Kauai Family Adventure If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

November 6, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Michael, Yes, getting back into the swing of things out here was no easy task—I'm still trying to find my desk at work…. We had the absolute BEST vacation we ever had in Maui. Really, I cannot say enough about your beautiful island---and Brenda had us all set up with great activities, we were busy-but not too busy. It was just perfect. What a great Hotel! So pretty there, and everyone was really helpful and friendly. I have nothing 'not so good' to say---only great things. It was really sweet of you to leave a card and gift for Jimmy's birthday-he thought that was great. It has been nothing but a pleasure working with you---thank you so much for all of your assistance, you really helped us plan the trip of a lifetime. I only hope that you'll be hearing from me again soon (well, probably not TOO soon) to book another trip!! We can't wait to go back!! Thank you also for recommending Brenda to us-we both really loved her and her ideas and suggestions…talk about helpful—she's the best! We really did make some memories that will last us a lifetime…well, they'll last at least as long as it takes us to get back there! Mahalo!! M. & J. McKenna Whitman, MA Hawaiian Adventure If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

October 7 , 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Lori, Here are the pictures I promised to send from my Hawaiian vacation. It truly was my dream vacation and I so appreciate your help in arranging it. Since I had never used a travel agent before, I wasn't sure what to expect. Although I loved doing the research for my vacation, I was so happy to turn over organizing the details to you. When Aloha Air went out of business prior to my trip and when after arriving in Maui I decided I wanted to change hotels, is when you prove to be the most invaluable. I didn't have to fret or worry about these changes as I knew I was in good hands. My niece and I will always remember our trip to Hawaii with fond memories. Thanks again for your part in making my dream a reality. Thanks, B. Wall Indianapolis, IN If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

October 4, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hello Melissa! I was just telling Robin about our feed back. We had a great time in Fiji and we loved the trip that she booked for us. I think Robin did a fantastic job of listening to what we wanted out of our Honeymoon. We think the Resort we stayed at is over the top... we give it our highest recommendation and are encouraging our friends to consider it. We look forward to working with McCoy again in the future. Robin did a great job of really listening to our wants and desires for the trip and everything she set up was superb. We don't think there was probably any way for her to know how poor Lomani was or I don't think she'd book us there. Thanks for checking in on us! Vinaka! A. Charrier Seattle, WA If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

September 29 , 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Sue, So nice of you to check in! Jason and I had an amazing time in Maui - the accommodations at the Fairmont Kea Lani were wonderful (we LOVED our oceanfront suite, the grounds were beautiful and the breakfast buffet was awesome!), the soft-top Jeep was essential (had such a great time cruising around in that car!) and the flights went off without a hitch! Overall, the entire vacation exceeded any/all expectations - we had such a great time doing everything from zip lining to snorkeling to hiking to biking Mt. Haleakala to laying out on the beach in Pa'ia. Thank you so much for your assistance in helping us plan the honeymoon of our dreams! Best wishes, M. Monsalve & J. Bartos Alexandria, Virginia If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

September 24, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Faye, Just thought I would give you some feedback on our stay on Big Island and Kauai. Big Island was fantastic. We stayed at Kona Village which lived up to our expectations. The beach is not your typical pure white golden sand but actually covered with lots of volcanic rock. However, the seclusion, sea turtles and sailing more than made up for it. The accommodation was excellent as was the service. The food was always large in portion but not exceptional (breakfast was great but lunch and dinner were average/good). Best features of big island were the drive up to the mountain with the space telescopes on it for sunset – really enjoyable but take lots of clothes. The visit to the area where the lava meets the sea was a bit of a disappointment as you are kept so far away that during the day all you get is a plume of smoke. At night, it becomes a bit more of a spectacle as you appreciate the glow of the volcano and actually see spurts of lava. If clients have the money, the helicopter trip was good value and I saw some people take boat trips close to the lave which was definitely the best seat in the house. The walk around Volcano national park was excellent and very cheap - €10 for a 5 day pass I think. On Kauai, we did the Napali Coast kayak trip – 19 miles which was great although a tough day. Walking to some of the waterfalls in the Waimea canyon and on the Napali was also one of the highlights of our holiday. Quick note to other tourists. While having a Jeep Wrangler is a lot of fun, it is also a pain when you have to manually put the roof on and off. There was also very little road in Kauai or Big Island (save the observatory) where it was required. If people want a 4 wheel drive – definitely go for something we an electric roof as the quickly changing weather can make the wrangler a pain sometimes. Regards A. Stewart Southampton, UK England Hi Faye I just wanted to say thanks for helping organize our honeymoon – Emma and I had a fantastic time. Both islands were an absolute delight and we are already thinking about a return trip one anniversary. Also wanted to say thanks for the fruit bowl which was a wonderful treat on our veranda overlooking the sea that afternoon – absolutely delicious. Anyway, the return to reality has been a stark one given the paradise we were in! Take care Kind regards A. Stewart Southampton, UK England If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

September 24 , 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Melissa Sue, once again, was very helpful on setting up our trip. On Maui, the Mendez Ranch is MUCH better than Ironwood for horseback riding. Polynesian bus tours is a much better way to see the island and learn, compared to driving. The Maui Resort was up to par. All in all our trip went well! J. Borg Pennington, New Jersey Return to Hawaii If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

September 18, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hello Holly, I hope all is well. We just wanted to take the time out to tell you how much we appreciated all your hard work to ensure that we had a wonderful honeymoon and a very memorable first vacation as a married couple. Once again thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts. Maui was wonderful and we have you to thank for that. Regards, M. & S. Besson Redondo, California If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

September 17, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Maui was wonderful and  our fabulous agent, Melissa, was just as wonderful !  I have done lots of traveling in my lifetime and I have never had such a positive experience working with a travel company.  From the minute I heard her voice on the phone I could tell Melissa was not only going to be a valuable source of information but an incredible pleasure to work with.   She has a wonderful ability to not only help you with logistical issues but to gently persuade you towards choices for a better experience without ever feeling like you had been talked into something!  This COMPLETELY paid off for us.  All her suggestions and opinions were dead-on and made a huge difference in the quality of our vacation. You are down-to-earth, honest and has a wonderful sense of humor.  I will definitely be using her for all my future travel. Mahalo Melissa ! !    R. Downs and family New York, New York Happy in Hawaii

September 16, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Holly, Just We did have a wonderful trip to Maui. Two things stood out, we loved the location of the Resort on Maui. Of course, we would only recommend the upper floors and the best units, but in terms of location for what we wanted (laid back walks on beach, no high-rise resorts and close proximity to scuba diving) it was perfect! We loved waking up and going to sleep listening to the waves. The other thing was diving with Maren at Extended Horizons. She was super!! Of all 9 dives I did while on Maui, the dive with her stood head and shoulders about the rest. A big thumbs up! If you want a photo, she took some gorgeous ones while on our dive. Kind regards, K. Cioffi Redondo, California If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

September 9, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Dear Melissa, Thank you, thank you, thank you! We had the most unbelievable vacation in Maui and it was in large part because of the wonderful planning and care we received from you. Not only was it the planning ahead of our trip, but the actual care we received from you while we were on Maui! We really felt like we had a personal concierge with us the entire trip! When my family and friends ask us “how was our vacation”, I respond that it truly was a vacation of a lifetime. We loved our accommodations at the Alii. It was the perfect spot for our teenagers. I’m so glad you suggested it to us. Please know that we will call you the next time we are planning a trip and will pass your name on to all of our friends and family who will be visiting Hawaii! Thanks again for making our vacation a trip we will remember for a lifetime! Warmest regards, S. Hunter Andover, MA If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

September 07, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Holly, Just wanted to say thank you. We had a great vacation with the Novelli family. Have a great rest of your weekend. Best, D. Zahlmann Scottsdale, Arizona If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

September 06, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Holly, Words cannot begin to describe what a wonderful time we all had.  Thank you for your hard work to make this a trip we will all remember for the rest of our lives.  Finally, thank you for the wonderful welcome baskets and little touches (Leis).  Best regards, R. Novelli Hingham, Massachusetts Birthday in Paradise If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

September 05, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Vanessa - just getting in the school groove.  The trip was more than we could have expected! Thank you for everything.  You truly went way out of your way! I am so sorry for all the upgrades in the 11th hour.  The room was so nice, way more than I had expected, but I am so glad you know my taste and what we like.  It was nice being off the beaten path a bit, away from the crowds.  Although, it seemed like a ghost town to me, hardly any people anywhere.  I loved the two dollar kids meals at the KBC.  Wow, what a nice surprise.  We enjoyed every minute of it.  The boys loved the mini golf and went every day.  Everything was perfect for this trip, we didn't need a single thing else.  Thank you so much for all your attention to detail, for knowing us and our likes and for making it so special for us!  I'll call you again for next year! Sincerely, J. & T. Power Huntington Beach, CA Summer Vacation in Maui If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

August 27, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Carol, I meant to get back with you and let you know how much we enjoyed our trip to Maui, Hawaii ...... it was fabulous.  Celebrating our 20th Anniversary in that beautiful place was amazing.  We definitely want to go back again.  Thanks for your help. Thanks so much, K. Knapp Orlando, FL Hawaii Anniversary If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

August 24, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Dear Melissa, Thank you so much for the absolutely wonderful Hawaiian vacation that you put together for us. Your attention to detail was impeccable. From the minute we arrived in Honolulu it was obvious that nothing was overlooked. This was exemplified by the greeters and transfers from the airport,  your hand-picked views from our hotel room, and even the fruit found in our room to welcome us! ! Even though we had to make a change within our island travel, you made this transition smooth and stress-free!  The Big Island was equally perfect.  You listened to our needs on this trip and you found the perfect resort and room to meet these needs.  Again, the views were spectacular and your welcome gift on this island was yet another example of your thoughtfulness.   I have already recommended your services to a friend in Ocala going to Maui.  I am certain they will find they are just as pleased with your talent as we were.  We look forward to using you in the future.   Again, we  would like to send our  "Mahalo" to you for such a fantastic family vacation ! Warmly, D. Briggs Ocala, Florida Happy in  Hawaii

August 22, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Faye - Sorry it has taken me so long to get back to you. J. and I had a wonderful trip. She is a great traveler and was willing to try it all. Here's a brief summary of our experience. The connections stopping in LA from the east coast is the way to go. It left a much shorter flight on the way to Maui. I upgraded to a convertible and was able to negotiate a cheaper deal. That was great. We never put the top up. The accommodations at Maui Resort were nice. The room was good and the location for food and shopping were perfect. The diving was very good. We used Scuba Shack. They were terrific. Great equipment, excellent service. We could not do the crater because of the diving. Perhaps that is the first thing one should plan then dive. We visited the Goat dairy and drove a bit but we were cooked from our morning and afternoon drives after diving. We did drive 'The Road to Hana." Highly recommended for lots of reasons. Don't let people scare them aware. Start early, take lots of time to visit. I would stay down there if I could. Truly paradise. Garden of Eden, falls, parrots, swimming, views. Amazing. Yes we did a Luau. I suppose one has to do one. Long lines lots of people fair show, decent food. The Big Island was fun. I wish we went there first. Its darkness compared the lushness of Maui is stark. The hotel was nice. We drove everywhere. Upgraded to convertible again.. Took helicopter ride into the live volcano. Over priced but worth it for a one time experience. We sunned at Coconut Island, a family park. Drove to the national park and museum. Went to Rainbow Falls, Boiling Pots and then ate at the most southern bar in US, Shakas. Found 2 nice beaches, White Sands and a beach at Kona Bay. Did a night Manta dive, highly recommended. Cattle car but fun. Met nice people. For divers, find boats that cater to smaller groups. Found a great taco place Killer Tacos near the boat ramp. Cheap and delicious. Food throughout trip was good. Best meal in Kona was at Hotel Don the Beachcombers. I was pleasantly surprised. Thanks for all of your efforts. It was truly a great time for us. Best of luck to you. Perhaps I will plan another adventure for next year. I always wanted to dive Great Barrier Reef somewhere further in the Pacific.    Thanks.   Jeff Ostroff Old Saybrook, CT Hawaiian Graduation If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort/service or any other vacation planning, click here

August 21, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha! Thank you for helping my family plan a wonderful trip to Maui.  Hertz was very helpful in changing our vehicle when we needed something a bit larger.  Thank you for the fruit plate at our first stop.  It was both a surprise and delicious!  The Wailea Resort did upgrade our party to being next door to each other with an ocean view, it was beautiful.  The second half of our trip was spent at Napili Resort and it is always beautiful, peaceful, and relaxing...it doesn't disappoint.  This is our second time staying here and when we walked in it felt like home and we all immediately relaxed. It is hard to pick one favorite/worst experience. Best Dining- Mama's Fish House. We made 2 reservations this trip and it was fabulous both times. Highly recommend the food, view, and making a reservation. Best Mai Tai- Kimo's in Lahaina.  We took this very seriously and tasted a lot of Mai Tai's on the island. We also enjoyed the dinner.  Once again reservations came in very handy. Best Breakfast- The Plantation in Kapalua and The Sea House in Napili. Best Activity- Hard to pick one, we enjoyed everything we did. From the Scuba to snorkeling with turtles and spinner dolphin at Napili to the physical activities of the Ziplines in Haleakala, Kahoma Ranch Rhino Tour, and Hana Lava Tubes.  All were enjoyable activities and highly recommended.  Overall, it was a great trip! Hiapo did a great job in helping us with our flight when Aloha went out of business and everything else fell into place, there were no surprises and no problems, which is great. Mahalo and we hope to work with your agency again- J. Basford Mission Viejo, California Maui Summer If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

Aug 18, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Holly - Thx, we appreciate your hard work.  The luau was fun! The Maui town homes are beautiful! D. Clevens Merrit Island Florida If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

August 18, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Melissa,    Please expect a little "thank you" something from us in the mail soon. We appreciate all your efforts, from the hotel selections to the excursion suggestions, that made our trip absolutely wonderful. Even with the health emergency we had that created a last minute cancellation and re booking of everything...you came through for us with flying colors ! ! ! Hawaii is definitely paradise and we'll be back again. We'll also be recommending you and McCoy Travel to all of our friends and family wanting to visit the Hawaii islands. Warmest regards, S. and G. Ensign Charleston, South Carolina

Aug 18, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Holly - Thanks again so much for all your help!  You've been great. Thank you for your efforts in accomplishing the last minute changes.  We appreciate your efforts. We think of you often and we remain grateful for your assistance . Again, we cannot begin to thank you enough for all of your kindness. Talk to you soon. Thanks R. Clevens  Merrit Island Florida If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

Aug 18, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Holly - The trip was wonderful.  Thanks so much for the adjustment in our flight time.  It worked out nicely.  The highlight of the trip was probably the volcano.  We drove over to the park and saw the sights then took a helicopter ride out of Hilo.  From the helicopter we were able to see the 40 ft. spout of lava, the rivers, and the lava going into the ocean.  On the way to the volcano we stopped at Akaka Falls.  Very nice day.  We spent a day on a sail boat -we went to two snorkel spots and watched the sunset also very nice.  The best snorkeling was at Captain Cook's.  We rented kayaks from Kona Boys (excellent service!!).  They have a pick up at the water so you don't have to haul anything down on the top of your car.  We paddled across the bay to the monument, snorkeled, and had lunch.  The spinner dolphins stay in the bay at night so you can catch them going out to sea early in the am.  We started over the bay about 8:00 am.  This was great fun!!  The luau we went to was good but I think we might have enjoyed the one you suggested better?  We ended up choosing the one we attended because I thought that it would be more traditional.  In some ways though it was a little like Vegas meets Hawaii.  Probably would  not do that one again.  The star gazing from Mauna Kea was fabulous!  We drove up - no problem.  The road was paved all the way to the observation center.  Several nights out of every week they set up telescopes in the parking lot and show the visitors the night sky.  Not may people go so it is easy to take turns looking.  We saw Saturn and the rings, Jupiter and it's 4 moons and Mars.  The sky was so bright and beautiful.  We had to wear pants and coats but it was fun.  The resort was amazing!!  Their cultural center was a highlight for the girls.  They enjoyed attending classes and making leis, learning hula, etc..  We also enjoyed the desert side of the island.  It was very primitive and beautiful.  We would definitely return to the Big Island.  I hope this helps! Dr. A. and  J. Pippas Columbus Georgia If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

Aug 18, 2008 ~ Pre-Departure Hawaii ~

Holly, Thanks again for all your help with this.  I'll talk to you soon about planning activities for our trip. Me ke aloha pumehana, M. Sherman Boston, Massachusetts Honeymoon in Paradise If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

Aug 18, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Holly, Thanks for your honest opinions!  We are not risky people so dangerous bike rides would be out.  If we can enjoy a beautiful sunrise/scenery on our own I guess we can just plan on making the drive… Go ahead and book the Luau if you think highly of it.  We did the Luau at the Polynesian Cultural Center a few years ago on Oahu.  It was lovely & very scrumptious.  We acquired a taste for Poi bread!  Thanks again! Dr. E. & T. Contreras Woodway, Texas Maui Vacation If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

Aug 18, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Holly, Thanks so much for trying to better my package based on my needs. I really appreciate your time. I will wait for your word on the upgrade. Meanwhile, I was enjoying your travel pictures on picasa. You sure, are a good photographer :) Regards S. Krishnamurthy San Jose, California Honeymoon in Paradise If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

Aug 18, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Holly - We had a great vacation - thank you for all your arrangements. Dr. M. Tanasejevic West Newton, Massachusetts 3 Island Tour If you enjoy the comments about this Travel Advisor, and want more information about this resort or any other vacation planning, click here

January 28, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Melissa, Our trip was wonderful.  The condo was great and we had a wonderful time and would stay again! K. Klaut Kenmore, Washington Hawaii

January 27, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Melissa, We're back home and i'm trying to keep the memories of Maui alive!  I was just looking through our photos again, what a wonderful time we had.  We tried to find you at the Westin but didn't have any luck.  I guess there is more than one Westin?  The day after our wedding we went to the Heavenly Spa at one of the Westins for massages.  It was soooo nice.  I'm sorry we didn't get to meet in person.  I just wanted to thank you again for setting us up with a great vacation.  We were just so happy with the hotel you recommended.  Here's a photo of us on Kapalua Beach.  We can't wait to come back! All the best to you, Aloha! K. Bellis Nanoose Bay, Canada Happy Honeymoon in Hawaii

January 25, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Holly, I want to thank you for everything you did for us.  Our honeymoon was AWESOME!  And you made the process so much easier.  We had an easy time going through the airports and getting our rental car.  The Hotel (Napili Kai Beach Resort) was great.  Everything was not just exciting, but smooth.  I knew I didn't have the money to do something extremely extravagant but you made "it" happen for us with what I did have.  I just wanted to get there, so to speak, and I feel that you went above that for us.  We really appreciate it.  We had a great time at the Feast at Lele Luau you set up for us.  Our time there was outstanding.  Front row was nice.  Maui was a lot of fun.  We did some extra stuff with some money we received from our wedding which was nice.  So all in all, I'm really glad I called you.  Thank you so much. Sincerely, A. & E. Gist Bellvue, Washington Honeymoon in Maui

January 22, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Holly, Thank you so much, for helping me, my family, and friends!! You're awsome! I think that we are going to book the cruise our self, we changed the date to Oct. 4th and Ryan is going to try and get us buddy passes for the air, so we are still up in the air!! I'm so sorry! :-( But if things change, I'm callin you!! I sent out our invitations last Thursday, and I included all of your contact information! And I'm going to put your contact info on our wedding website too. So you should be getting calls pretty soon from other family members!!! I'll also tell them verbally about you also! Since you have done such a wonderful job!! Thank you so much Holly!! You have made our wedding planning experience so easy and fun! Sincerely, B. McGlothlin Pomona, California Wedding in paradise

January 12, 2008 ~ Hawaii ~

Thank You Melissa and Mike!   We had a wonderful experience.  The accomodation at Resort Quest Shores at Waikoloa was outstanding and made the trip! To return to the peace, quiet and natural beauty was the perfect close to each exciting day. Bill Meyers, the concierge at the resort, was very helpful in directing us to attrractions and restaurants we never would have found on our own.  We would like to thank you for your care and attention.  It is such a pleasure to receive excellent customer service.  (We had visited several travel agents in our home community and they just didn't seem to care.)  Again THANK YOU.  We will be in touch for our next vacation. Ayles Family Alberta, Canada Family Christmas in Hawaii

December 10, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hiapo, I was just going through my old emails and realized that you wanted some pics.  Here are some picures and I hope you still have our story about how much we loved our honeymoon and our experience working with you.  Sorry that I did not send these sooner but please tell our story online about how great our honeymoon was.  You also helped us to choose the most romantic hotel with the most breathtaking views.  We had a blast and can't wait to go back.  Thank you again for all your help in making this trip perfect for us!  Click here for my original testimonial of how great the trip and service was!!  Thanks, E. Keyan Woodland Hills, CA Hawaii Happy Honeymoon

November 17, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Melissa,  We really did have a great  trip!!  The villa was really nice with great views!! The restaurants were wonderful that Michael made reservations at-especially David Paul’s (The Captain's Table).  Everyone loved the location and the table!!  The trip was wonderful to Lanai!  Everything was taken care of, thanks to Michael!!  He did a wonderful job!!  Also, his recommendation of Mama's Fish House was soo right!!  We loved it.  Our favorite day was Halloween in Lahaina!!  Thanks for telling us to go early and not to try and eat in Lahaina.  What a party!!  We spent the whole night in Cheeseburger in Paradise!!  What a sight to behold!! Thanks to Michael, who did a wonderful job and your company.  We would definitely use you again and Michael!! J. & B. Stang Frisco, Texas Maui Golf & Fun

November 15, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

I 'm sorry I have not gotten back with Holly, every since I've been back to work it's been crazy! As a whole we had a good time, glad we went. The helicopter ride was awesome, the horseback ride into the crater was fantastic. The golf was great. Holly was awesome, very sweet nice, bent over backwards to be helpful to us. Thank her for us.                                             D. Lesley Stephenville, Texas October on Maui

November 09, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Mark, Mahalo for making my trip wonderful!  I also wanted to thank you for the bamboo box (I actually collect boxes!) and for the journal.  I wrote my daily experiences in it and even pasted postcards and what not in it! Thanks again, for making my time off memorable. I will definitely use your company for all of my and my family's vacation needs! R. Taylor Richmond, California Returning to Paradise (Hawaii)

November 01, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Dear Melissa,       We arrived at home on schedule after a wonderful trip.  Everything went as planned, car rentals were smooth, hotel/condo check in/out were easy and fast, airline travel went off without a hitch.  Thank you for your service.  I think the best thing about your service was the comfort in your knowledge regarding the lodging.  Each condo/hotel was better than anticipated.  The Kamaole Sands was spacious, quiet, very nice facilities, and across from a beach/reef that we had a blast swiimming, snorkeling, and watching sunsets.  We liked Kihei and Lahaina the best for tourist type stuff.  Our favorite beach of the whole trip was a small beach between Homoa and Hana called something like Kiki or Nini beach.  It was awesome and the first time Lydia swam in any ocean.  Kamaole #3 was the first time she ever snorkeled in the ocean.  The best meal we had in Maui was aboard the Pride of Lahaina for a dinner cruise.  Maybe the ambiance had something to do with it!  Walking through the bamboo forests was awesome in Oheo Gulch up to the 400' waterfalls.  The sounds of the bamboo trees swaying in the wind was not like anything we had heard before.  Snorkeling with the turtles off Kamaole #3 and 'Turtle Town' off shore from the Maui Prince Resort was outstanding.     On Hawaii, visiting South Point was my favorite.  Lydia and I both really like the black Sand Beach at Punalu'u (turtles again of course).  Volcano National Park was like walking back into time and the couple days we spent walking and driving all over it was cool.  Too bad the lava flow was so far into the forest off the beaten path the cloud cover didn't let us view it from the viewing areas. We went to a tropical garden just north of Hilo which was unbelieveable.  The Banyan trees on Banyan drive (and of course the park in Lahaina) were amazing to me.  Coconut Island, adjacent to our hotel's property (the Hilo Hawaiian) was great for walks, swimming, picnics, sunset viewings, and laying on our rafts for hours, just floating and staring at the clouds and blue sky!     Kauai was also a blast.  We started out leaving the airport and heading directly to the Waimea Canyon.  We have back-packed over 110 miles in the Grand Canyon, and this was every bit as spectacular.  In Waimea, we watched sunset on a pier on the south end of the 17 mile long Barking Sands beach.  We met a fisherman who recommended the Wrangler restaurant in Waimea for dinner as the best.  This was my personal favorite of every meal we had.  IAnother favorite from the quality of food standpoint was a place called the Fish Shack or House in the Coconut Market Place, across the street from the Islander on the Beach Hotel we stayed at.  It was the final choice on our last night for the pick your best spot on this side of the island for our last eat out night!  The reefs on the north shores of Kauai were our favorites between Maui and Kauai.  Our favorite overall were, in order:  #1 Tunnels Beach-awesome reef close to shore, no waves stirring the inner reef so very clear (as clear as the Molokini Crater), very easy access.  Simply outstanding and safe, seeing more turtles helped also.  #2 the beach at the Princeville Resort Beach, #3 Ke'e Beach, at the end of the road, 1 mile past the Haina Park Beach.  More wave action and stronger currents but spectacular fish and views of the Na Pali Coast.  We also saw a Monk Seal sleeping on the beach at sunset our first time here.  The best learning to surf and body surf/swim beach was the miles of sand and gentle long breaking waves of the Hanalei Beach.  Simply awesome.  Finally, the Na Pali Coast boat tour on a Zodiac raft/boat was great!  We didn't see any whales yet, but next time going the first part of December would be a priority.     In conclusion, our favorite accommodations in the future would probably be condos or homes with air conditioning.  The hotels were great, but a little too noisy sometimes, which is what hotels always do.  The spaciousness of condos/homes and the fact they tend to be quieter I think appeals to us more.  In terms of activities, one advantage we had in living at 7000 ft of elevation, was the fact no matter how fast, steep or high we climbed, or how long and hard we swam in the ocean, we recovered extremely fast.  In terms of pace, Maui felt like Southern California in the cities-faster pace and more crowds.  Hilo and southern Hawaii were much calmer and slower paced, as well as was Kauai as a whole.  Each place had its own charm and things we absolutely loved to do.  The Hilo Hawaiian was as expected for a late 60's early 70's construction.  Islander on the Beach was really fun, Lydia says cute!  The Tiki Bar at the pool was also a big plus even though we only went there once. We had a great time.  Thank you, K. Friese Colorado Springs, Colorado Hawaii 25th Anniversary

October 25, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Melissa, My husband and I had a wonderful time in Kauai and booking it through your company made it even better.  We had no troubles at all and everything was delightful!  It is the little things that make the difference.  An example would be being able to walk up to Hertz and get our car almost immediately.  We did not have to wait in the long line since we booked through Classic Vacations.  Kiahuna Plantation was a dream and we would definitely stay there again.  We loved the South Shore!  We will definitely use your company again when we travel and I recommend you guys to everyone.  Our friends just got back from Oahu and they booked through Classic Vacations.  Thanks so much for everything and I look forward to using your services in the future! L. Yeamans Gardner, Kansas Hawaiian Romantic Travel

October 24, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Melissa, I enjoyed all of my trip!  I really liked that all of the rooms at the Fairmont Kea Lani on Maui were suites and the bathrooms were nice and large!  I also liked that that the Fairmont had complimentary washers and dryers on every floor (I didn't have to take a lot of clothes).  I also liked the breakfast buffet at the Fairmont (a big variety of food). My family stayed at the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel on Kona 2 years ago and liked the hotel.  I enjoyed my stay there this time as well and the staff kind of looked after me, since I was traveling alone (my sister backed out of the trip at the last minute).  I have 6 weeks off work and decided to return to Kona and had Mark book a trip for me at the same hotel, so I leave on October 31. I really like working with Mark and he has done a fantastic job! I hope (God willing) that I can take a trip to Hawaii every year and will definitely use McCoy Travel for all of my reservations.  Do you book trips all over the world, or are you limited to Hawaii and the South Pacific? Mahalo, R. Taylor Richmond, California Returning to Paradise

October 12, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Dear Melissa, Thank you so much!! I wish we were coming back again this year!! What a beautiful trip that was!! Thank you again for making it such a very special time for us!!  W ith much appreciation, D. & S. Hudson Glendale, California Anniversary at the Orchid

October 11, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Melissa, Hawaii was awesome!  We stayed on the Big Island (Hapuna Prince Hotel), and Kauai (Sheraton).  The good thing about both of these hotels were the beaches!  Food was better in the Big Island Hotel than Kauai.  The breakfast buffet was awesome and I would highly recommend having this included. Both hotels were very nice; especially the Sheraton in Kauai.  I think we had better beaches over more privacy; this wasn't such a bad thing. Best thing to see on the Big Island was Waipio Valley. We went on our own and you can't go down to the Black Sand unless you have a Jeep or offroad Vehicle. Also it is good to know (we knew this) if people are not interested in driving and checking out things on their own; they may not appreciate the Big Island as much.  Beautiful, Beautiful Island.  Missed the Helicopter ride to Volcano; they were booked and we didn't feel like driving to Hilo on our last day.  Tell people to book early if they want choices on location and time of helicopter rides.  I guess the Lava took a turn and viewing was really good when we were there. My husband and I really loved Kauai ; extremely lush beautiful Isle.  We enjoyed the Luau at the Sheraton.  We also did our fair share of exploring the Island by jeep.  Best thing on Kauai: The Zodiac trip up to the Napali Coast...Awesome and worth every penny.  Full moon on the Big Island...priceless. Lit up the whole Island.  Thanks to Mimi again, our trip was fabulous. L. & V. Buccellato Chicago, Illinois Kauai & Big Island Honeymoon

October 10, 2007 ~ Return Hawaii ~

Hi Mark, I am having the best time (at Hapuna Prince) and wanted to thank you for the chocolates!  My nieces and nephew loved them too! I am on a 6-week sabbatical from work and don't have to return to work until November 12.  I was planning to go to Europe, but the dollar is way down and it would probably be quite costly to go. I wanted to know if you could find out how much it would cost (hotel + car) for a 10 or 12 day trip back to the Big Island?  I really like the Hapuna Beach Prince, since I know it and the staff have gotten to know me (so I feel pretty safe here).  Mahalo, R. Taylor Richmond, California Returning to paradise (Hawaii) Return Client

October 10, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Faye - You booked the Ilima Hotel (Oahu, Hawaii) for us, 6 people and we loved the place and the space was just what we needed   Thanks, R. McAdam Okpo, South Korea Family Vacation

October 09, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Sue gave us outstanding service, and told us what to do in Maui.  An incredible hotel, the Grand Wailea, and good restaurants. Thank You M. Hassine Palo Alto, California Grand Wailea Getaways

October 04, 2007 ~ Hawaii Cruise ~

Hi Faye, We had a fabulous time. We had the Amethyst  Suite. Our butler Wally , and our Room person,  Zaneida, were both fabulous.  Z. made us towel animals every day and  I took pictures of all of them. We were VIP's for sure. We got all the extras that you arranged for and more.  We each had our own bedroom and bath, and left the patio door open at night for fresh air.  I am  not used to AC. We rented a car in Hilo, Maui and Kauai.  The day in  Kauai was so beautiful and we drove all over the island.  Napali coast was so lovely. We went to the Ocean Center in Maui..  Rita was impressed and thought she now appreciates the fish. We were invited to a party for VIP's, and a party for Latitudes. Free  drinks and pupus and met the officers and captain. We went to a show  on the ship called Tony and Tina's wedding, and it was lots of  fun. The big shows had special seats in boxes for us.  There was a  very good magic illusion show, and 2 singing and dancing shows.  We  ate at all the specialty restaurants, We liked Tappenyaki the best and we ate there the first night and it was a great way to start the  trip.....The La Bistro French free dinner was great, duck and filet  mignon, and the best creme brulee'.  We were allowed special  breakfast at Cagney's restaurant because we were VIP's, but after 2  days there we went for the back outside deck for breakfast, and we  loved that. The ship was full , over 2,000 people , so it was  great to have an edge on the seats in the show room. We also went to see The Lion King before we left in Oahu.....It was  wonderful, so colorful and well done. Thank you so much Faye for your help and offering us the upgrade.  We  felt very special indeed, and it was nice to have our own rooms.   Rita stayed up front and I was in the little room , but had my own  bath....so it was great.  There is a Princess trip to Tahiti and for 11 days in Feb.  It goes  on to Nuka Hiva, and several other islands, too, besides Bora Bora  and Morrea , and Raiatea. .. I looked today online at the rooms and  the Mini Suite looks good.  I may be interested in that. We sure  enjoyed the pools on this ship.  There are 2, and the bigger one was  wonderful.  Plus hot tubs of course and the slide.  It was fun to  see all the old people sliding down it, it is great that we can still  have fun too. We swam all day in Kona, didn't get off the  ship.  The picture of the ship and the submarine was from our ship to  the Pride of Aloha which was in Kona the same day. Mahalo again, B. Brown Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

September 22, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Melissa, My husband and I just got back from Maui on the 15th.... The ONLY problem we had was we HAD TO LEAVE!!!  It was AWESOME!!!  Couldn't have been better! We arrived on the 5th into Kapalua Airport  and it was 'smooth sailing' from there... our car rental was ready, our hotel was ready, and they even upgraded us to a 1 bedroom for only $30 a day!  The studio would have been fine, and in fact, we did stay in the studio for 1 night.  But, the next day we moved to a 1 bedroom on the 1st floor and it was PERFECT!  We could walk from our patio door straight to the grassy area, then to the restaurant/pool area and ultimately to the beach.  Everything at Kaanapali Shores was just as we'd remembered it, but better.  We've stayed there twice before and this being our 3rd time, we will ONLY stay there in the future. Our BEST snorkeling adventure was at Black Rock, behind the Sheraton.... we were protected by a 'cove' and that made my experience even better.  It was calm and the water was super clear!  We were able to actually swim with a HUGE sea turtle both times.... and he was so close, we could touch it..... but we didn't.  We had an underwater camera and got some great shots too! My husband's 49th birthday was the 9th and we were able to get into a great Luau.  The Royal Lahaina..... it was absolutely awesome!  The food was perfect and the entertainment was first-class. One of our favorite restaurants was the Aloha Grill - plate lunch, just behind the Safeway in Lahaina.  I am HOOKED on it!  Everything they had was very inexpensive and a GREAT local experience.  We have some local Hawaiian Restaurants, but they just don't compare.....  I wish that we could have taken the food home on the plane!! Another GREAT restaurant was Sansei!!  The sushi was THE best I've ever had.... I'm not a 'raw' fish eater normally, but this time I was!  Everything was so fresh and it didn't 'smell' like some sushi restaurants do.... I wish we could have gone there every night! We would certainly like to make this an annual event.... 10 days were perfect for us.  My husband's 50th birthday is Sept. 2008.... so, I will be in contact with you again so we can plan another perfect vacation! Thank you so much for all your help! D. & L. Cowart Fremont, California

September 22, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hey Holly I am looking forward to working with you to create the most wonderful and memorable honeymoon.  My fiancee and I just want to say how happy we are so far with your service and help with planning our honeymoon.  You know this a very exciting time in our lives and we are pleased to know we have been blessed to be working with someone who seems to care as much as we do in planning one of the best trips of our lives and begin creating beautiful memories together. Once again thank you for your hard work thus far. S. Laguerre New York Maui Honeymoon

September 21, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

McCoy Travel - We had the best time.  The airline was great, the rental car place upgraded us for a small fee.  The food was awesome ( expensive) but amazing!  There is nothing bad that I can say!!  Only positive and great things because working with your company was a true blessing.  I can't tell you how many times I googled things and got so frustrated that I wanted to throw my laptop out the window.  That is when my husband called to find out some things and then the heavens opened and Hiapo called!!!  Hallelujah!!!!!  Hiapo saved the day and our honeymoon!  Thank you for having such great employees with great enthusiasm for what they do!  He made my husband and I feel very comfortable about our trip.  Can't wait to go away again and to have the comfort to know that when we book with your company the trip will be AMAZING!!!!!! Hiapo, Thank you so much for helping my husband and I pick out the most AMAZING trip ever to Maui.  We had a lot of discussions about what island we wanted to visit and you took the time to go over each island with us. Thank you so much for that!!!!  I know that we choose the best island for our wants and needs.  You also took the time to go over each hotel and we did go through them a numerous amount of times.  You were so patient and so understanding that this was an important trip to us!!!!!!!  I can't wait to go on our next trip and work with you to get us to our next amazing destination!  Thanks for all the help and patience with me and my husband!  We had the most wonderful time and the memories will last forever!!!!  Thanks Hiapo!!!!!! Thank you, E. Keyan   Woodland Hills, California Happy Honeymoon

September 12, 2007 ~ Hawaii /Tahiti ~

Thanks Much Melissa; First I would like to say that throughout the trip we continually said to one another "WOW" Your team did a great job! Each leg of the trip got better - when we didn't think it could.  To sum it up: Princeville Kauai - We were very impressed with the Hotel.  Our favorite activities there were either the Blue Hawaii helicopter tour or the private horse back ride.  The roasted pig at the luau was fantastic.  Weather was perfect.  I would not change a thing. Sheraton Moorea - The over the water Bungalow was fantastic.  When we arrived we thought that we made a mistake by not booking the Sheraton Moorea for the entire trip and forgoing Bora Bora.  The snorkeling was fantastic.  Also, we rented a dune buggy and drove around the island. Bora Bora Nui - This was the pinnacle of the trip.  Once we arrived – we forgot about any notions of having forgone this part of the trip.  The private in room barbecue was fantastic – I highly recommend.  Also, there was a restaurant called Bloody Mary’s that we enjoyed very much.  It was not until we saw this bungalow that we thought that the Sheraton Moorea Bungalow was a little Spartan in comparison.  The bathtub and shower were great.  The water was so blue that it did not look real.   All in All - we give the trip and the service provided by McCoy a grade of an A+.  We plan to use McCoy Travel next year for our vacation plans.  Not sure yet where we want to go - however, we have thought about the following: Alaska or the Maldives Regards M. Thorson Fort Lauderdale, FL Romantic Tahiti Honeymoon

September 12, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Dear Lori - I'm sorry we were never able to meet up with you in Maui but we would like to thank you for planning the best honeymoon ever. We loved Hawaii and we will never forget everything you did for us. Take Care. Love, T. & M. Princi North Massapequa, New York Romantic Hawaiian Honeymoon

September 11, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Melissa, Had a WONDERFUL time in Hawaii.  Loved the Big Island and Kauai.  Took many, many photos; saw a LOT.  Hotels were great; the breakfast each morning was a definite PLUS. I love both Islands the same for different reasons of course.  Vince and I drove around the entire island the second day (Hawaii); saw some great scenery.  So glad we went; thank you for all of your travel planning; you did a great job.  The ride to and fro was extremely calm; Vince liked the 777 Jet; plenty of room.  I'll send some pictures when I can.  Thank you much; great job.  You will be referred. L. & V. Buccellato Chicago, Illinois Kauai & Big Island Honeymoon

September 05, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Lori, Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! We had an amazing time and the perfect honeymoon!!! It's too bad that we didn't get a chance to meet you. Next time!! We just wanted to thank you and we will always be using you as our travel agent. We were actually possibly thinking of going somewhere in March maybe! Thanks again! J. Howell and C. Kulek Dana Point, California Beautiful Maui

August 22, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Dear Melissa,      Our trip to Hawaii was wonderful.  I can easily and without a doubt say that the help that we received from Lori was above and beyond what we expected or imagined.  I don’t know what we would have done without her.  On a not too happy note, my purse was stolen (from our locked rental car) while stopped on the road to Hana.  Lori took the time to call me from home, in the evening about this.  She consoled me and was so kind and caring.  She is wonderful.  I am very grateful to her.      My four sons and my husband had a great time learning to surf with the Maui Wave riders.  It was a lot of fun, and they all got up on the boards and road the waves quite a few times!  We all loved the boat excursion that we went on in Kauai.  It was booked on the Blue Dolphin charters. The guys on this boat were great, the Napali coast was beautiful, the fish and turtles that we saw were plentiful, and we all had a blast.  My husband and I renewed our vows in Kauai.  Lori recommended Tori at Custom Kauai Weddings.   Tori was a great choice!  She made the ceremony special; it was perfect.         I look forward to planning future vacations with Lori and McCoy Travel! Sincerely, M. Skrobola Circleville, New York Fabulous Hawaii Family Holiday

August 15, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Melissa and Hiapo, We had a great time on both islands.   The airline experience was hassle-free and the Kaanapali Beach Club was outstanding.  We attended the orientation from Pleasant Hawaiian and booked a luau, catamaran cruise/BBQ on Lanai (loved that), and surfing lessons.  The surfing lessons were the favorite with the teens, and Steve and I even got up on the boards for a few seconds.  Fun and sore the next day.  We bought a guided tour to Hana CD at the grocery store and treked around the island.  We thought it was gorgeous and we found many waterfalls to swim in and look at.  If we didn't buy the CD, we would not have found many of the beautiful sites. We had a great time on Kauai.  We fell in love with Hanalei Bay.  Next trip we want to stay there. We certainly appreciate all of your assistance and flexibility and we'll keep our eyes open for good deals that you've been sending via email. Mahalo, I. & S. Lambly El Granada, California Family Fun

August 13, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hello Holly, We had a great time.  Everything went great and I could not have asked for a better setting.  We were in Hawaii for 7 days and I did not want to come home!  The Hotel was wonderful... it had a great setting as well.  I really appreciate all that you did!!!  It was a great honeymoon and it was definitely worth all the headaches that we went through.  She enjoyed, I enjoyed it and I have to give you a lot of credit for working as hard as you did.  Again, THANK YOU, and I wish you the best of luck in the future.  Sorry it took so long to get back to you, but we are both school teachers and school started here about a week and a half ago... to say the least we have been BUSY!!!!!  Thank you for everything. D. Sparrow Bardstown, Kentucky

August 08, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Dear Michael - Just wanted to say Hi & Thank you again! You played a huge part in making this trip happen.. Thank you! We will definitely be in touch when we want to come back to Hawaii! Hopefully we'll see you soon! Thanks again. Lots of Love, R. & T. Finch Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada Maui Weddingmoon

July 30, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Thanks for all your help in our 1st cruise and 1st time trip to Hawaii for our 25th anniversary.  We LOVED every single thing we did!  The ship was great!  We liked the food, the service, the setup, and the communication daily from the staff!  We loved all the islands!  The Old Lahaina Luau was fabulous!  Wouldn't change anything there! The Molokini Snorkel was also a blast!  We did the snuba and had a great time!  The food was also good. The helicopter ride on Kauai was good!  Very fun!  The ATV ride on Kipu Ranch on Kauai was also good. The guides were fun.  Our plane trips on Hawaiian Air were all good.  Every flight was on time and done well. When we stayed the extra 2 days at the Royal Lahaina, that was also just 'dreamy.' The hotel was wonderful, the service and the view was also great, as they upgraded us to an oceanview for no extra charge.  The only thing we had a bit of trouble with was finding the hotel, as the markings on the road do not delineate the exact location, and it sits back with several other hotels, so we passed it. Overall, we could not have asked for a better trip!  It was the first time we've done any trip without any of our 5 children or any of their sporting events, so it was wonderful!  I appreciated all the help that Hiapo gave on my trip, including answering a lot of '1st timer' questions.  I also appreciated the great help of Brenda in setting up some of my excursions and answering some additional questions. I have already given your agency's name to several of my friends who are planning on trips to Hawaii. Again, THANKS! R. & C. Schmidt Phoenix, AZ Hawaii Cruising

July 26, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Dear McCoy Travel - Upon arriving in Honolulu I felt like a pampered guest.  We were met with beautiful fresh flower lei's and a guide to get us on the proper shuttle to our hotel.  Our luggage was handled for us, efficiently.  The Hilton Hawaiian Village was also wonderful.  The highlight of our trip was the Polynesian Cultural Center.  It was a full and fun day that will be long remembered. The Coronado Family Oxnard, California Hawaiian Family Vacation

July 25, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Melissa - Martha and I had a great time on Maui!  Our lodging was great and the “Feast at Lele” was outstanding.  I have attached some pictures for you.  The manager at the Napili Surf could not have been nicer and were most accommodating.  They explained the 2 1/2 star rating occurs because they don’t have elevators, etc.  I can tell you the rooms were great and the staff was awesome.  Best of all they are right on one of best beaches we visited.  One of the VIP events for us was Vanessa showing up at the airport to meet us.  I must tell you the other passengers were all looking as we got leid.  I am glad we finally got to the Seven Pools but the "Road to Hana" was an experience!  Next time we will fly….. In retrospect we might next time want to spend a night or two on Molokai to see the "old & less crowded lifestyle" of the Islands.  You and your staff and Vanessa made our trip.  I know from owning a customer service business that things can go wrong, despite best efforts.  The way you handled things leaves me no doubt that our next Island adventure will include McCoy Travel Agency!  MAHALO! A. Beattie, Sr. Palmdale, California Happy in Hawaii

July 19, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Mike, I know you are way too busy for casual email  messages, but did want you to know that we really enjoyed working with you helping us plan our trip to Hawaii last summer.  It was beyond great and everything went very well.  We are keeping you in mind when we plan another big trip.  That black pearl story has me dreaming, as I purchased a ring and necklace while in Hawaii.  Fiji sounds just fabulous, we are dreaming of it in about two years. A Client, R.M. Thiel Pleasantville, Iowa Your Hawaiian Holiday

July 14, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Lori - Maui kept us very busy, from the Road to Hana, to Dinner on the beaches to helicopter tour! Lori it was the most perfect Honeymoon anyone could have asked for!  And thank you very much for the chocolates! That was such a nice surprise. I want to thank you again for everything you've done for us.  Thank you again for everything. I will be sure to use you again in the future. T. Romeo North Massapequa, New York Romantic Hawaiian Honeymoon

July 11, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Melissa, We loved both Waikiki and Maui.  In terms of travel arrangements the pluses were the room at the Ohana Beachcomer in Waikiki - we had a nice view of the beach and Diamond Head.  The dedicated line at the Hertz counter at the airport on Maui was nice - the regular line was very long. Vanessa is very courteous, knowledgeable and professional.  We will be going back soon. M. and L. Miller Roseville, California Miller Summer Vacation

July 07, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Melissa, Sorry not to write to you sooner.  We've been busy catching up on things since we left the Big Island.  We just wanted to let you know we had a fantastic time from start to finish. We've loved Hilo and staying at the Hilo Hawaiian. Our room faced the bay and we were on the top floor.  Great view!  One day at the Volcano House was perfect and we hiked at the Park for 2 days. We loved Hapuna Beach...the food and ambience were exquisite.  We did snorkeling near Hilo, at Cooks Bay, and at Hapuna Beach.  We visited a coffee plantation and did lots of hikes.  Our entire vacation was wonderful !   We thank you for the great job you did for us!!  We had dinner at Canoe House twice.  One evening we sat near Lisa Marie Presley and her family.    Thanks again for putting together a memorable vacation for us.  We're already looking forward to our next trip to Hawaii  (and to see you in Maui). Best Wishes, R. & N. Temple Pleasanton, California Happy in Hawaii

June 22, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Holly F. - ALOOOHA!  Thank you for all your time and effort spent on our Hawaiian Vacation.  We enjoyed almost every minute of it.  I also want to thank you for the sweets you sent us upon arrival to Maui and again in Oahu.  You are very thoughtful. I wanted to share that we did have a great time.  Maui is absolutely beautiful and relaxing.  The scenery was absolutely amazing.  The atmosphere was casual and fun.  We thoroughly enjoyed Maui.  Overall, our experience was wonderful.  You did a great job of booking everything and we felt we had to do very little thinking.  We just followed your planned itinerary.  We will go back and if others ask who helped us, I will give them your name and number.  You may also hear back from us.  We have decided already that we will go back to Hawaii on a routine basis.  So from Texas and the Rodriguez family, Mahalo! Rodriguez Family Texas Aloha Hawaii

June 19, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Melissa, We had such a wonderful time and I wanted to thank you for all the arrangements you made for us. The Maui Prince was just as beautiful as you promised and Maui was definitely the highlight of our trip. We have decided to make this a regular vacation and will probably return every 3 years or so (unless we win the lottery first!!).  We want to bring our boys on the next trip, so I will keep your name/number to get your assistance with setting us up again.  We will probably want to get a condo or something with a full kitchen, not sure what you have but hopefully something ocean front!! Thanks again, we waited a long time to take that trip and you really helped to make it special! Sincerely, D. Hebert Jacksonville, Florida Happy 10th in Hawaii

June 12, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Dear Lori, Wow! How can I begin to thank you. All your helpful tips on visiting Maui for the first time made our trip memorable. Where do I begin? The Fairmont Kea Lani is spectacular. Intimate, private, not crowded, unbelieveable service. Rooms were HUGE! Property was breathtakingly picturesque. I loved the fact that Polo Beach was in close proximity. I loved the boardwalk to the neighbouring properties that provided outstanding restaurants within walking distance along the water's edge. As you know, we stayed the second week up in Kapalua at the Ritz. This property was lovely but the hotel itself needed an overhaul, which I understand they are planning on doing in July. I must say we were in a state of depression after leaving the Fairmont for the Ritz Carlton. I know that may sound strange but true. All your restaurant expertise was so valuable. Our trip to Mama's was done precisely as you suggested and what a memorable dinner. It started with the sunsetting against a beautiful beach, then progressed to the mahi encrusted with macadamia nut served by the fisherman who actually caught the Mahi early that morning. My husband had to get a photo of that because he was so impressed with the freshness of the meal. Sansei was also one of our fav's. What a delight to the taste buds. I could eat there everyday. We discovered Jaws at the side of the road and appreciated the reprieve on our wallet for an amazing cost efficient lunch. Hana was so beautiful, that words cannot describe it. We took 11 hours to complete the trip and did it all, waterfalls, black sand beaches, lava tubes, one lane road. We made it. It was so lovely that the stress that accompanies the one lane road was truly secondary. I must say the convertible vantage point sure added to the experience. The trip would not be complete without hanging with celebrities who were staying at our property. The trip ended with the most beautiful rainbow that mysteriously kept growing toward the sky. I tried to capture this and so many beautiful things found on Maui. Photos do not do it justice though. In closing I want to thank you again for all your expertise. You got to know my needs as your client and exceeded our expectations. We have recommended you to many people so far and even to folks we met at the hotel to rent the gear off of Brenda. We are hooked on Maui and can't stop talking about it. Please keep us in the loop for upcoming deals to Maui or other places you think we may enjoy. We certainly value your opinion. Thanks again! J. and C. Robson Windsor, Ontario Canada Magical Maui Vacation

June 05, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha McCoy Travel, I wanted to send you a few pictures of our trip.  I really appreciate everything you did for us and mahalo for the gift basket; it was lovely. We absolutely loved the Hyatt Maui Resort and plan to stay there again when we return. As you know, Mark and I were married by Rev. K. Wheeler while there in Maui.  Thank you for recommending her; it was everything we could have ever imagined.  The setting was breathtaking and our ceremony was perfect. We will be calling on you in the very near future to plan our return trip to Hawaii. Aloha! T. and M. Owens Murfreesboro, Tennessee Happy in Hawaii

May 31, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Melissa/Robin - Thanks for asking. The trip was absolutely wonderful and I feel you got us a great value for our dollar. Our favorite place to stay was definitely the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel. It just seemed less touristy, slower, and more intimate than the other places we stayed (all of which were nice.) We especially loved the open air design of the hotel. From the lobby to the rooms, you felt you were truly breathing in Hawaii. As far as activities--we booked ourselves a introductory dive (no certification required) at Jack's Dive Locker on the Big Island. An individual instructor acquaints you with the procedures and lets you adapt to diving in a swimming pool on one day, then goes out with you on two boat dives the next day. The first lesson requires only a couple of hours and leaves the rest of your day free. The second day is to die for. The water off Kona is probably the clearest in the world and they make sure you see lots of underwater life. It is a package deal and is by far the most memorable thing we did. Also we found this (Hang Gliding Maui ) on Maui. It was amazing as well. Very professional and well done. You could tell the pilot very much knew his business and he gave us a wonderful time. I would highly reccomend these two things to anyone coming to Hawaii to have fun at things they perhaps have never experienced before--or may ever experience again. Thanks for Your Help,   G. & D. Morgan Waxahachie, Texas 25th Anniversary in Paradise

May 29, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Melissa, Just a short e-mail to again thank you for all your help. Thank you, again, for the champagne and chocolate covered strawberries. Nice touch. The accommodations were very nice and it was kind of the Sheraton Maui to upgrade us to an ocean view. Personnel at both hotels were very friendly and nice to deal with. We adjusted to the time changes better than we expected to. Have a nice summer. Mahalo, D. & J. Colombo Cleveland, Ohio Happy Anniversary in Hawaii

May 24, 2007 ~ Pre-Fiji ~

Lori- We truly wish to thank you from the heart for everything! We believe it is a great itinerary and from what we have read about the resorts its going to be a great experience!! We will surely be sending you our reviews and pics when we are back and I already know we will be exteremly happy!! You have made the whole process of choosing resorts etc very enjoyable and totally stress free! We cannot thank you enough! You are truly a gem!!! Warm smiles from sunny Malta, R. Attard Victoria, Gozo Malta Pre-Fabulous Fiji

May 20, 2007 ~ Pre-Hawaii ~

Lori is helping us to plan our vacation.  She has been unbelievably helpful.  I had no direction until I spoke with Lori.  She has been tailoring our trip giving advice for where to find the activities that my family would like.  Lori responds very quickly to any of my questions, and is impressively fast at sending me any information that might be useful to me.  We are looking forward to our trip, and are very grateful that we have Lori to help us.  Lori has definitely been exceeding my expectations in planning my family’s vacation!! Sincerely, M. Skrobola Circleville, New York Fabulous Hawaii Family Holiday

May 16, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Michael! We had an amazing time on our Honeymoon!  Both the Princeville Resort and the Kea Lani Maui were beautiful.  We found the service to be better at the Princeville, but the Kea Lani was pretty good.  We had so much fun with the activities that we did.  We really appreciate you meeting us at the airport.  That was such a nice surprise.  We ended up taking your recommendation and enjoyed an excellent and reasonably priced meal at the Waterfront.  We didn't end up driving to Hana, so we will have to come back soon to do that!  Thank you so much!   K. & S. Scollon Miami, Florida Hawaiian Honeymoon

May 15, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Melissa, I wanted to send you a few pictures of our trip.  I really appreciate everything you did for us and mahalo for the gift basket; it was lovely. We absolutely loved the Hyatt Maui Resort and plan to stay there again when we  return. It was everything we could have ever imagined.  The setting was breathtaking.  We will be calling on you in the very near future to plan our return trip to Hawaii. Aloha! T. Owens Murfreesboro, Tennessee Happy in Hawaii

May 15, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Lori, We wanted to thank you so very much for the great job you did booking our vacation to Maui. Honestly, it was the best vacation we have ever taken!!! We just loved the Grand Wailea Resort, it was perfect for us and the kids. I couldn't keep Ray off the waterslides... It was a memorable trip that we will remember forever!!! Thank you again! J. Cox Seattle, Washington Maui Vacation p.s. We want to go back next year so I will be giving you a call.

April 27, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Mahalo,   Sorry it has taken me so long to respond. We had a wonderful time.  Michael was just wonderful. He helped us to find the best condo for our family. The views where the best ever. This being our first time to Hawaii it was so nice to be right on the beach. My daughter's wedding was at the Fairmont Kea Lani so with us at the Polo Beach it was so easy and close. We saw over 30 whales just sitting out on our balcony. We know we are going to come back. I just don't think we would stay on the 7th floor. As a  Mom, I was worried the whole time and with me having a bad knee. We most likely would request something on the 5th floor and ocean front. I would say the view and the location was worth the money. Again tell Mike Thank You.  L. Castillo Fullerton, California Maui Bliss

April 11, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hiapo - We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Maui.  EVERY thing that we chose to do turned out to be a great experience.  Surprisingly, the kids' (teenagers) favorite thing that we did was the Old Lahaina Luau.  The atmosphere was incredible and they got to order all the fun drinks minus the alcohol! The horseback riding at Ironwood was a lot of fun.  The woman in charge was great.  My daughter was having apprehensions about going but the woman in charge insisted she was on a gentle horse and would be fine and would not let her get down.  My daughter had a great time and was happy she went. Everything went smoothly and every where we went our reservations were already set and it was very easy to take care of things (car, etc.).  I would definately use your company again as it made everything easy for me!!  L. Mcneill Temecula, California Family Fun

April 11, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Sue - Everything went well. The only glich was United changing our flights but to your great credit you had them change us to flights that actually were better than the originals out of Palm Springs. Maui was great. The service at the condo was very good as they took care of almost all our issues and questions promptly. All the tour schedules were very good. The condo was good sized and well situated. Overall we had a great time in Maui and your service was very good which suggest the next time we will start out talking to you.. . V. St. Onge Ipswich, Massachusetts Maui/Palm Springs Vacation

April 5, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Sue, We had a wonderful trip!! Maui was unbelievably beautiful. We did so much in the week there. Road to Hana, Helicopter Tour, Drive up Haleakala, Luau, snorkeling at Molokini. We absolutely loved it. With all that, I was able to get in 2 rounds of golf. I played the Plantation course (kicked my butt it was soooo windy) and the South course at Makena. (played better there as morning round with little to no wind) Oahu was a bit crazy like you said but Pearl Harbor was very interesting and we went snorkeling at Hanauma Bay which was great. Thank you so much for putting together an amazing and memorable trip. My brother is talking about going for his honeymoon later this year or next. I will have him contact you to set it up if that's where they decide to go. Mahalo D. and M. MacLannan Hendersonville, North Carolina Happy Birthday Celebration

March 15, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Melissa, This trip all started with an invitation to a wedding of my friend R. Finch.  She had provided everyone with Michael's contact details if one wished to attend the wedding.  It has been my dream to go to Hawaii and I thought I would never get there.  In speaking with others who have been to Hawaii, to travel there is very expensive from Canada...not to mention long!  For fun I called up Michael for a quote with a figure in mind of what I was willing to spend on this vacation.  To my surprise the price was well within my price range with spending money to spare.  What I really liked is Michael was always available to speak to every time I called.  Michael was always friendly and willing to go the extra mile to make your vacation great and fit in your budget.  My friend and I tried to get over to Pearl Harbour with a tour and Michael tried his hardest to get us there but the tour and the flights over just didn't match up and it would have cost us a fortune to do that.  When I was in Hawaii my friend's aunt and uncle planned on going over on their own so I tagged along with them and Michael booked our flights that day and even delivered the tickets directly to our hotel.  What service!  It was really great to know that Michael wasn't far from where we were staying and if anything was needed it could get done right away. Hawaii was everything I imagined and much more.  I really wished I could have stayed longer.  I now see why people who visit never go home.  Everyone who flew down for the wedding had a really great time.  The hotel Michael chose was fantastic and I would definitely go there again.  The whole trip was great and Michael was fantastic. I would definitely get in touch with Michael again for future trips. Regards, W. Dallison Whitby, Ontario, Canada

March 13, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Thank you so much Michael for the work you put into our vacation. Rick and I had a fabulous time in Maui and will definitely be vacationing there again. You really did make our vacation stress free. I will recommend you to friends and family and will contact you again upon our next vacation. Thanks so much, M. Vander Veen Lynden, Washington Maui Getaway

March 08, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Dear Melissa, Just a quick note to let you know how very much we all enjoyed our vacation in Maui.  The Makena Surf  was a wonderful choice and our three bedroom condo was perfect.  Our ground floor unit was clean and well appointed.  When they weren’t at the pool or beach, our two little grand daughters loved playing on the lawn right in front of our unit.  Our days were sunny and dry and we were lulled to sleep by the sounds of the surf each night.  Thank you so much for all of your work on our behalf! Aloha, C. Thompson     Orinda, California Happy in Hawaii

March 06, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Aloha Melissa! I am personally emailing you because I want to express to you directly how thoroughly impressed I was by your corporation and specifically your personnel.  I dealt directly with Michael B. and I really can not say enough about him.  His service was outstanding, impeccable and he was simply a pleasure to talk to every single time we spoke! My story actually starts in October of 2006 when my now husband proposed.  We had always talked about going to Hawaii to get married and we wanted to attend the Pro-bowl as well.  When I begin surfing the internet I became discouraged quickly as Honolulu was not the setting I wanted to be married in.  As I searched for resorts etc, everything quickly became obvious that this seemed impossible to happen.  I had send out many emails to different places in Hawaii including wedding coordinators.  Only one (out of 8) offered to help and didn't discourage me, fortunately he put me in touch with Michael. I was still doubtful as others seemed so negative towards our idea.  Being that we lived in Canada, all the other Hawaiian companies I contacted were not willing to take on our business.   Michael called me and said "Tell me what you want and I will make it happen, hopefully at a good price too!"  My night in shining armour!  If it wasn't for all those late night phone calls to Michael, I don't think this trip would have happened!  Not only for me but for my guests who choose to come as well!   All the little things that Michael did were countless, the details, everything was accounted for.  I actually slept knowing it was all taken care of.    Long story short we spent 10 lovely days (way too short) in Hawaii.  We started with O'Hua and ended on Maui where we were wed.  Michael even came to our sunset ceremony.  He arranged many things for our guests while we were there!  He even dropped some things at the hotel for my aunt and then led us all by car to a local restaurant, too bad he couldn't have joined us for dinner that night!  We all remarked on how nice it would have been, if Michael could have stayed for dinner.  How nice is that, I don't think too many people would want their travel agent around, let alone invite them for dinner!  That says a lot, doesn't it!?!  I now feel like I have a friend on the island of Maui!  Mahalo Michael, doesn't seem like enough! Have a wonderful Day! Mahalo! Sincerely, R. Finch Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada Maui Weddingmoon

January 29, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Michael, I wanted to let you know that we had an absolutely fabulous time in Maui.  The golf courses and tee times you selected worked very well and we enjoyed them all very much.  The Experience was special, and they all were wonderful.  Thank you again for your help. C. Mahoney Freeport, Illinois Hawaii Golfing

January 25, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Melissa, We just wanted to say thanks for a great honeymoon.  The room at the Sheraton on Maui was awesome...it's the best overall resort on Kaanapali beach in our opinion...thanks also for getting us upgraded to an ocean front room for free!  Our room was right on the Black Rock by the beach.  Lahaina is soo cool!  The Hapuna Prince Hotel on the Big Island was also very nice.  We had a wonderful time and will book through you in the future. P. & S. Majmudar Dallas, Texas Happy Honeymoon in Hawaii

January 24, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hi Sue and THANKS! We had an awesome time! Maui is truly paradise. Now for the feedback: The greeting was very nice! Hawaii Prince Hotel was very nice. Pearl Harbor tour was very interesting. Our tourguide, John, was hilarious! The tour was well worth it The Westin Maui was AWESOME! -Almost every day they called Jane with surprises! They sent up flowers, champagne, biscotti, and a box of chocalates. -The room was very nice but "worn". -The pool is great. They have an adults only pool. The waterslide is a WILD ride. -They provide adequate smoking areas. -The hotel food is very good. Whalers Village is very nice. The Feast at Lele was very interesting and fun. I would do it again! The snorkel trip was amazing! -We were not scheduled for Monday so went on Tuesday instead. -The crew were great! -I got to swim with a turtle. -I would take the exact same tour again! Ironwood Ranch was a great tour as well. -the horses were well kept and VERY obedient. -I would recommend this tour for ALL ages over 8. -The tour was walking only with no trots or gallops. Plane reservations went very smoothly! We HAD a GREAT time! Thanks so much. We WILL be going back to Maui and will be sure to use McCoy Travel again! Aloha!! J. & J. Borg Massachusetts Maui Honeymoon

January 17, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Hey Mark, Thanks for booking our cruise package for us - we had a great time. Everything went smooth and we couldn't be happier. I actually am sending a friend your info because they are planning a trip soon as well. His name is J. McDonald. So you should be getting an email from him soon. Thanks again, R. and L. Sladick San Dimas, California Cruising Hawaiian Style Happy repeat client, third booking

Jan 15, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Robin - We had a fabulous time in Hawaii!!  Our son's wedding was incredible.  The minister (Vance something) conducted a most meaningful service and without the aid of any kind of notes.  The photographer (Eric) was incredibly thoughtful, funny and his work was beautiful.  The guitarist's selections were perfect and though we have not yet seen the video we are expecting great things.  The coordinator did a great job; everything was beautiful from the ring of flowers to the cake and "champagne".  We couldn't have been more pleased. Except for crying babies, the flight on Delta went very smoothly and surprisingly we were served two meals (not bad either!!) and 3 movies.  For some reason Delta called and offered to change our flight back home from 11pm to 7pm which allowed us to fly directly to Atlanta (skipping the LA layover - YAY) and arrive back in BR at 10:30 am.  Wonderful change!! I liked having the tags for our luggage - helped to locate it at the airport.  Also the zippered pouch with all the info was very useful! We loved being greeted with leis upon our arrival and also the box of candy in the hotel room was a real treat!  We really enjoyed Waikiki Parc Hotel.  The whole staff was extremely polite and helpful in all matters. Loved the view from the hotel room!!  The side trips on Oahu and Maui (Pearl Harbor, sunset cruise, bike ride to the crater, whale watching, and Lahaina Luau) were fun, and really enjoyable.  If transportation was provided, the pick up place was close to hotel/condo, drivers polite and knowledgeable. The Outrigger Palms in Maui was spacious and comfortable; grounds were very attractive.  I was also very glad that the bedroom had AC because the rest of the condo was very warm. We took advantage of having the grill!!  Thanks to your staff for all of their help in planning and coordinating our trip, especially Robin who even though she was recuperating continued to assist us. B. Mitchell Baton Rouge, Louisiana Hawaii

Jan 13, 2007 ~ Pre-Hawaii ~

Melissa, you have no idea how excited I am!  Thank you so much for everything, you have really made this easy for me and you have also created more excitement than I could have ever imagined!  You are the greatest...I will definitely look you up while on the island!!! I'm much more at ease knowing that I have you, a human, on the island to help us if in need. Talk to you soon! Aloha! T. Young Murfreesboro, Tennessee Happy in Hawaii (Pre-trip)

Jan 13, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Melissa/Sue: Everyone had a wonderful time and all went without a hitch. (Sheraton Maui Resort) Many many thanks. R. McLarty Vancouver, British Columbia Maui Family Christmas

Jan 11, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Melissa, here are some of the pics from the wedding.  It was perfect, and absolutely gorgeous, as was the luau you got for us.  We are so happy we had you to take care of us.  Thank you,  thank you,  thank you.   You are an angel who saved us. - K.Wilson - Indianapollis, Indiana Hawaii Wedding

Jan 03, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Lori- We really enjoyed a very relaxing vacation. I think in retrospect we should really have stayed at the Hilton as with a little baby there was a lot more there for him. We found ourselves driving over there in the mornings and returning to our hotel (Hapuna Prince) for the beach in late afternoon. All in all though we had a fantastic time. Hotel great service -comfy beds- idyllic setting.   Regards A. Kenyon Las Vegas, NV Hawaii Family Holiday

Jan 03, 2007 ~ Hawaii ~

Melissa - Happy New Year! Boy, do you have the life......I am reading your testimonial of Fiji in a Public school in the Bronx, NYC.  I must admit the weather here is fantastic for January..I am taking a half day to go golfing. We took one of your trips to the Princeville Resort last year, left the night before the dam burst. We did have 2 wonderful clear days but the Princeville was spectacular.  My friend and I booked a trip to Australia, Fiji, New Zealand and Tahiti way back in 1973 after I got out of the Army but the trip never materialized due to a car accident..maybe we weren't meant to go then, but now you have me thinking of that trip again. Happy new year from NYC! G. Duffy Carmel, New York

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