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Cycle Away! Hawaii Visitors Who Bike Will Soon Get a Boost
Hawaii visitors who want to cycle around Honolulu will soon be able to “hop-on and hop-off” at their leisure! Starting this summer, Honolulu will join the 60 or so other U.S. cities that have bikeshare programs. According to a press release, Secure Bike Share will partner with Bikeshare Hawaii to finance and operate 1,000 bikes at…
Read MoreWinter Wonderland! How To Enjoy Mauna Kea Snow
Did you know that more snow has fallen atop this year than in Chicago? Just recently, more than 8 inches of snow fell atop Hawaii’s tallest peak during an overnight blizzard, outpacing the amount that’s fallen in the Windy City! With all that snow, it got us thinking: What do you need to know if…
Read MoreGreen Flash Hawaii: How to See It For Yourself
If you’re fortunate enough to experience a beautiful sunset in Hawaii, consider yourself already one of the lucky ones! But, if you have the opportunity (or dumb luck) to see the green flash in Hawaii during sunset, you may want to buy a lottery ticket. You’re one of the few who’ve been lucky enough to…
Read MoreThe Pools of Oheo on Maui – What To Know Before You Go
My last trip to the pools of Oheo on Maui was more than 15 years ago, but not a week goes by when I don’t reflect on the extraordinary experience of being there. If I had the chance to “re-live” only one of my Hawaii memories, perhaps this would be the one. For those of…
Read MoreBe a Kona Coffee Farmer for a Day in Hawaii!
Have you ever imagined what life in Hawaii was like during the early to mid part of the last century? The 1920’s to 1940’s saw an enormous influx of Japanese immigrants who changed the landscape and culture of the Big Island. During the same time, Kona Coffee was beginning to become a staple of the…
Read MoreIs a Niihau, Hawaii Tour Right for You?
On a personal level, I’ve always been intrigued by the island of , Hawaii. Considered the “forbidden island,” is a 72 square-mile privately owned island just southwest of the island of Kauai. Purchased from King in 1864, this island has preserved many of the traditional ways of life, including the Hawaiian language, and is inhabited…
Read MoreTop 5 Places for a Spectacular Sunset on Oahu
Just imagine you’ve spent a heavenly Hawaii day surfing, sightseeing, and sunbathing. Now what? Find a beach where you can watch a spectacular sunset, of course! We did a little digging and found what we believe to be the best places to watch sunset on Oahu. Here’s a look at our top 5: 1. North…
Read MoreHawaiian Folklore: Our Top 3 Lovers and Romantic Legends
Hawaii is such a romantic destination, and Hawaiian folklore is teeming with love stories. Unfortunately, many of these stories don’t have the happiest endings. Still, they’re great to know and inspiring to hear. Plus they hold a lot of importance in Hawaiian culture. So before you head to Hawaii for a honeymoon, anniversary trip, or…
Read MoreEasy and (Now) Affordable – Why You Should Take the Bus on Oahu
I’ve lived in a lot of big cities in my life, but I’m not sure I’ve ever seen such satisfied bus ridership as I’ve seen in Honolulu. In many major cities, young children wouldn’t dare take the bus by themselves. But, here, you’ll see all walks of life shuffle in and out of the buses —…
Read MoreGiddy Up! 5 Reasons to Attend a Rodeo in Hawaii
Before you read this post, you should probably know I’m predisposed to loving rodeos — they were regular outings for folks in Georgia, from which I hail! But, my first rodeo was actually in Boise, Idaho when I was in my 20’s, and the experience got me hooked. Now, it’s my turn to pay it forward…
Read MoreBe a Paniolo for a Day! Visit Waimea on the Big Island
When my family and I lived in on the Big Island for a year, one of my favorite off-site trips was to (also called ) in the upcountry. When you drive into the town, you immediately feel as if you’re in a different state. Heck, you even feel like you’re in a different era! on…
Read MoreFish of Hanauma Bay: Be on the Lookout!
When I have visitors in town, they often ask me what to expect when visiting Hanauma Bay — besides the beautiful scenery. What they’re really asking is — what kind of cool marine life can I see if I go snorkeling there and where exactly might I find them? Lucky for them, I was able to dig…
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