Janelle Akemi
Based in The Aloha State
Speaks English
Janelle Akemi
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My Story
A Hawai'i girl with a special talent for uncovering local hidden gems here at home to the world. Based on Oahu, but always dreaming of my next adventure-gazing out at the sea from my cruise balcony, enjoying the park view from a Disney resort, wandering around Japan, or my favorite destination of all—Italy.
My Travel Style
As a Hawai’i-based travel advisor, I curate dream escapes that reflect my personal style—premium accommodations with rustic charm and modern amenities, all while exploring well-loved local spots that are under the radar of most travelers. Whether it’s a stunning beach in Hawai’i (I know all the best ones as a lifelong local!) or a hidden gem abroad, I craft personalized journeys that blend quiet luxury with authentic experiences, leaving you with a memorable connection to each place.
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My reviews (3)
Eric W.
a year ago
Janelle was wonderful to work with! She was warm and personable and really understands the ins and outs of travel. She matched us to the perfect hotel, even creating a custom itinerary for our week long stay in Tokyo. Our group appreciated how reliable and attentive she was. Her personal knowledge of the area was great too-it was a like having a local friend showing us around. We had such a great experience that we've already booked with her for our upcoming vacation to Europe.
Eric W.
a year ago
Janelle found us the exact type of accommodation that we were looking for (with a large private onsen) and it came in under budget. We were very happy with her insight on booking us somewhere clean and modern but also spacious (rare for Japan standards) and in a good location that made it easy to access the local sights nearby. We added on the service of a customized 2 day itinerary for the area and couldn't be happier with the local spots that she included.
Dwayne L.
a year ago
We loved our vacation planned by Janelle. She was very friendly and professional. She helped us find the best hotel with the best rates. We are so thankful for everything she did to ensure we had the best vacation. I would definitely recommend for anyone looking to traveling to use her to assist you. We’ll be definitely use her again for future trips!!
Eric W.
a year ago
Janelle was wonderful to work with! She was warm and personable and really understands the ins and outs of travel. She matched us to the perfect hotel, even creating a custom itinerary for our week long stay in Tokyo. Our group appreciated how reliable and attentive she was. Her personal knowledge of the area was great too-it was a like having a local friend showing us around. We had such a great experience that we've already booked with her for our upcoming vacation to Europe.
Eric W.
a year ago
Janelle found us the exact type of accommodation that we were looking for (with a large private onsen) and it came in under budget. We were very happy with her insight on booking us somewhere clean and modern but also spacious (rare for Japan standards) and in a good location that made it easy to access the local sights nearby. We added on the service of a customized 2 day itinerary for the area and couldn't be happier with the local spots that she included.
Dwayne L.
a year ago
We loved our vacation planned by Janelle. She was very friendly and professional. She helped us find the best hotel with the best rates. We are so thankful for everything she did to ensure we had the best vacation. I would definitely recommend for anyone looking to traveling to use her to assist you. We’ll be definitely use her again for future trips!!
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