It wasn’t easy when it came to picking my favourite hidden gems of 2014 but here are my top highlights of the year that I’d like to share.

Avoid the touristy hotels in the upmarket resort of Wailea. Head for the hills instead with a stay at this Wailea hidden gem, The Hotel Wailea.

You’ll be spoilt for choice for restaurants in the swanky Maui resort of Wailea but for the best sushi in Hawaii head to Ko restaurant.

If you’re on a romantic holiday in Hawaii you’ll want to know where to see the best sunset in Kauai – The Beach House restaurant in Poipu.

How diners on Trip Advisor overlooked the drinks at the Plantation Gardens restaurant is beyond me as they serve the best cocktails in Kauai