Posts by AlohaBruce
Local Style Comfort Food at Side Street Inn
When I go on vacation, I don’t want to eat at the same types of places I frequent at home. I want to eat local food, visit mom-and-pop shops, and go to the restaurants that are away from the tourists. I feel like you can learn a lot about a place that you are visiting…
Read MoreThere’s more to the Dole Plantation than just pineapples!
One of the most frequently asked questions I get about Hawaii is whether or not the is worth a visit. Honestly, I could never answer. I had never been to the Dole Plantation aside from a quick visit to grab some Dole Whip. But today, I decided to do some research and see for myself.…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to One Day in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Many people who come to Hawaii want a mixture of adventure and relaxation. There are beautiful beaches to relax at with a cocktail in hand, but there are also volcanoes to explore, hikes to go on, and lots of other things to see! With only a limited number of days, it can be difficult to…
Read MoreWhen and Where to See Turtles in Oahu
Pretty much everyone who visits Hawaii hopes to see the elusive – and endangered – (Hawaiian green sea turtle). Lucky scuba divers and snorkelers sometimes spot them in the waters of Turtle Bay, Lanikai Beach, and Hanauma Bay. But there is one place that almost never disappoints, whether you are swimming in the ocean or…
Read MoreThinking about spending Christmas in Hawaii? Book NOW!
Planning starts in July when you’re thinking about spending Christmas in Hawaii. Trust us. If you dream of a Hawaiian Christmas – with palm trees and Mai Tais instead of busy shopping malls and snow – we can help you make that dream happen. If you wait to book your holiday vacation to Hawaii until…
Read MoreBest Hilo Botanical Gardens: Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden
Hilo is the perfect place for botanical garden. This town on Hawaii Island has a lush, rainy environment, a serene oceanside setting, and some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. And Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden is the perfect place to see Hilo’s beauty in all its glory. We loved our visit to…
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