Posts by AlohaBruce
Lanikai Pillbox Hike: Where to Park, When to Go, What to Expect
The Pillbox Trail in Lanikai (or Kaiwa Ridge Trail) is my absolute favorite hike on Oahu. Today, I’m going to tell you why you should consider taking on this trek and what you need to know before you go. The Pillbox Trail was one of the first trails I did when I moved here. When…
Read MorePacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor’s Biggest Little Airshow in Hawaii June 3 and 4
The summer is off to a great start, and this weekend’s going to be a busy on here on Oahu. On June 3, Turtle Bay is hosting its 6th Annual Ocean Fest. We’ve got all the details about that event . And on June 3 and 4, is hosting its popular remote control Biggest Little…
Read MoreHow to See a Volcano in Hawaii
Many visitors wonder if they’ll see a Volcano in Hawaii or how volcanoes influence the islands’ geography. Volcanoes created each of the Hawaiian Islands, and the history behind them is quite fascinating. My curiosity about the islands I live on led me to research how and why these islands formed. It’s pretty amazing to think…
Read MoreHawaiian Greetings and Words to Know Before Your Trip
People always ask me what languages people speak in Hawaii. English is the main language spoken here, so you don’t have to worry about learning a new language before you come to Hawaii. But although English is mainly spoken here, there are some Hawaiian words you might want to know before you come here. These…
Read MoreTake a Shelter Dog on a Field Trip During Your Visit to Kauai
If you are an animal lover who wants to give back during your vacation to Kauai, I have just the thing for you. Through the Kauai Humane Society’s program, Shelter Dogs on Field Trips, visitors to Kauai can “check out” a dog for a day. Simply come to the Kauai Humane Society, where you will…
Read MoreHow to Find the Hidden Gems on the North Shore of Oahu
Driving along the north shore of Oahu is one of my favorite ways to spend a Saturday. Every time I explore the north shore, I find new places that I haven’t discovered before. And, the only way around is a one-lane highway that hugs the coast, Kamehameha Highway. As the speed limit lowers and the…
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