Lets "Talk Story"

Aloha, I'm Mike,

Oh the wonderful humans that i am privileged to meet! You should see what i get to do with all the fine folks coming to my island. My source of inspiration is Kokua, "Being of Service", which flows deep in my marrow. A warm sublime unteachable quality and immensely satisfying to share, it accentuates my every moments.

More Than "Tourists"

The wonderful travel industry often defines visitors as monikers of singularity. Equate as statistics, sometimes grouped and boxed. Adventurers I meet coming to Kauai have bright imaginations, uniqueness, wanting collaboration with an acquaintance. Thus the reasons my style has evolved. Everything i do is because of all my amazing clients & wonderful guests who seek my help with their Kauai adventures. I am sincerely grateful for the continuing trust given to me. No secret, my family and friends have always known that i love to meet people in everyday situations!

Not a Cliché

Sharing warm confidence in collaboration with visitors from around the world has always been my life purpose and my calling. Initiating spontaneous conversations with families walking the beach during sunset or when i'm in line for morning coffee makes me happy and opens up some wonderful chats, laughter and life sharing. Having a cute dog helps too...

Purposeful...

Hearing life stories from afar while exploring my island together has always been my pleasure. Designing and sharing wonderful Kauai adventures with present day vacationers sincerely comes naturally. The "job" is warm and satisfying, "work" is effortless...called full flavored island sensations.

Everyday Lifestyle

Long ago kid days, living within Kauai's stunning beauty and exploring all the valleys, trails and beaches with cousins and siblings gives clarity in honoring my upbringing and my cultural Hawaiian lineage.

No surprise, every day learning from the dirt and salt brought knowledge, the "aina" insists on deep appreciation and endless gratitude in how rich and vibrant and special this island is.

Heritage Teachings...

Days and decades of memories gone by at Grandma Lyons home on the shoreline of Kapaa never fade. Endless moments of traveling hikers instantly invited in by her stove top aromas and warm local charm, still reverberates. Sharing local food in a comfortable gathering with wonderful humanity are profound loving moments never forgotten.

Hospitality Know How

With Four Decades working within Hawaiis visitor industry, my lifetime participation in all styles of upscale island hospitality has fueled me to my purpose and mission today. From boating into the sea caves of Na Pali, booking cozy cottages, exploring hidden beaches, deep trails into the isle core, ziplines and atv tours, assisting and taking amazing guests with me is second nature and beyond a privilege and my pleasure.

Ways of Wisdom

Kahiau, “selfless generosity” flows deeply and was instilled by endless calm and exceptional warm mannered life examples from kupuna, my "elders".

As a part Hawaiian born and raised native, island themes and traditions seasoned my character and upbringing on Kauai and Oahu. Values were taught and morals instilled by family example. Compassion and giving of oneself are qualities that resonate throughout my life. My wisdom comes from having tried or employed by all of the islands outdoor venues, regular visits to the many restaurants and knowing where the most beautiful scenery can be found. And what to avoid as unsafe or untested.

Hands on Life

I was a dedicated Maui county fire fighter/EMT handling extreme situations on Molokai, Lanai and Maui. As an Oahu county life guard, sharing my respect and love of the sea meant remaining vigilant of hazards. Opening "Roy's" restaurants on Oahu and Maui, "Hanalei Bread Company" general manager and opening team leader on Kauai kept me in deep love of food and wine.

Fortunate Friends

I was hired for many years as general manager and property caretaker for Kauai’s largest and most exclusive north shore estate, rented by Hollywood celebrities and VIP families, where many movies were filmed. Merging enthusiasm and local wisdom with thorough competence, I fostered trusted relationships with many wonderful families, dignitaries and business leaders. My respectful handling of their special requests and gracious discretion has kept my portfolio full of returning friends and guests. My motto is always...

Loads of Experiences

During high school on Oahu and latter years on Kauai, I've worked at“ Outrigger Hotels” as a concierge, with“Blue Hawaiian” helicopter as a concierge, Kauai’s “Na Pali Adventures” private boat tours first mate, “Princeville Ranch Adventures” guide and escort, private escort for the lead actors, personal guide & assistant to clients in the estate for Paramount & Sony Studios filming "Just Go With It", "Pirates of the Caribbean" ,"Tropic Thunder", as locations scout/production assistance for other Kauai made movies, limousine driver, and many more Hawaii companies.

My extensive experiences in all facets of upscale hospitality allows me to gratefully flourish within my amazing community in offering authentic vacation moments for all.

The End...for now!

~ Arrive As Guests, Forever Friends

Mahalo Nui, Mike