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Dora Liu
Dora Liu

Dora Liu

Torrance, CA Travel Agent

Ahu Adventure Travel, LLC

27 Reviews
100% Recommended
8 Years of Experience
Additional Languages
English

Active & Adventure Specialist

Have you ever been on a tour bus seeing the sights? The tour guide points to the scenery, as the bus keeps moving along, and exclaims, “Look at the mountain over there!”  Did you want to just look or did you want to get out and hike that mountain? I want to hike that mountain. I know you do, too. That’s what an active and adventurous vacation is all about. It is getting out and exploring under your own power. Whether it’s hiking up a mountain or kayaking a river, you will be immersed in the destination. 

I am a Certified Active and Adventure Vacation Designer.  I specialize in custom designed vacations that get you out of the tour bus so you can get up close to the scenery in an active way. I know your life is busy. The dizzying amount of internet search results can be daunting. I’ll work with you to design a trip itinerary to your liking saving you time and no head spinning. Let’s make your next trip the best it can be. I’m ready to custom design your next active vacation.

Areas of Expertise

Destinations:

Hawaii
Arizona, Grand Canyon
California, Yosemite National Park
Hawaii, Kauai Island
Hawaii, Maui Island
Hawaii, Oahu Island
Arizona
California
Hawaii, Haleakala, Maui
Hawaii, Honolulu, Oahu
Hawaii, Hawaii Island
Utah, Zion National Park
Utah

Interests:

Adventure
Hiking & Backpacking
National Parks
Nature
Animals & Wildlife
Outdoor Activities & Sports

Suppliers:

G Adventures
Intrepid Travel
Pleasant Holidays
Project Expedition
Viator
Avalon Waterways

My Travel Specialties

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Hawaii Destination Expert

Na Pali Coast, Kauai Island

Hawaii Destination Expert

<p>As your <strong><em>Hawaii Destination Expert</em></strong>, I want to help you make the most of your Hawaii vacation. You have questions, I’m here to answer them.</p>
<p><strong>Hawaii </strong><strong>FAQ</strong>s </p>
<p><strong>Which island in Hawaii should I visit?</strong></p>
<p>Most visitors to Hawaii will spend time on <strong>Kauai, Oahu, Maui, or the Big Island</strong> (Hawaii Island). Each of these islands has its own unique character. It all depends on what you are looking for. You will find history, culture, good food, beaches, nature, and so much more all over Hawaii. </p>
<p><strong>What is there to do in Hawaii?</strong></p>
<p>For the <strong>adventurers</strong>, take a surfing lesson or swim with the manta rays or take a helicopter ride for a bird's eye view of the island.</p>
<p>For the <strong>active traveler</strong>, hike a volcano or go kayaking on a river. </p>
<p><strong>What is there to see in Hawaii?</strong></p>
<p>For the <strong>history</strong> buff, visit the Arizona Memorial, the site of the start of World War II</p>
<p>For the <strong>wildlife</strong> watcher, take a whale watching cruise</p>
<p>If you are looking to immerse yourself in <strong>culture</strong>, spend an entertaining night at a luau.</p>
<p><strong>Where should I go for my first trip to Hawaii?</strong></p>
<p>If you had to choose only one island, I would suggest <strong>Oahu</strong>. You’ll be able to enjoy all of Hawaii on just one island. Oahu has beautiful beaches, great food, a hikeable volcano, history, culture, and nature. </p>
<p><strong>How do I get to Hawaii?</strong></p>
<p>There are numerous non-stop <strong>flights</strong> from many U.S. West Coast cities to Kauai, Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island. If you have extra time, consider a 9+ day <strong>cruise</strong> from Vancouver, Canada or U.S. West Coast ports.</p>

Other Specialties

Active Traveler's Hawaii Expert

I travel to Hawaii often to visit family and friends. As an active traveler, I m...

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Maui Maven

When we think of Maui, the first thing that comes to mind, unfortunately, is tra...

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Crafter of Custom Kauai Vacations

Laid back. Nature’s paint palette. Jurassic. I just described some of Kauai’...

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Organizer of Awesome Oahu Getaways

I may live in California now, but Oahu will always be home - I grew up in Honolu...

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National Parks Specialist

I love visiting National Parks. They are great places to go whether you are on a...

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Yosemite Savvy Travel Agent

Yosemite National Park is such an iconic destination. Throngs of people visit ea...

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Grand Canyon Concierge

The Grand Canyon National Park is a spectacular destination that offers somethin...

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Certified Active & Adventure Vacation Designer

Have you ever been on a tour bus seeing the sights? The tour guide points to the...

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Reviews

27 Reviews
Dora's planning of our vacation was spot on! From preplanning to our arrival back home, she was involved in ensuring that our trip went smoothly. Her level of customer service is definitely a 10 out of 10.
Donna - Yosemite National Park ~ California ~ USA
Dora was so easy to work with. She asked great questions which helped her plan our trip to fit our likes and personalities. She not only planned the highlights, but also suggested side adventures for us. Would definitely recommend her to anyone needing travel advice.
Bonnie in Michigan - Grand Canyon ~ Arizona ~ USA
Dora was fabulous and a life saver! She provided us several options for a complicated schedule involving multiple parties which definitely saved us a lot of time and effort trying to coordinate everything. When we were unable to travel due to COVID-19 travel restrictions, Dora again came to the rescue and handled the cancellation of all plans. It was the easiest trip we never took! Thank you, Dora!
Donna - Oahu Island ~ Hawaii ~ USA

Certifications & Awards

TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)
Hawaii Destination Expert

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