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Where’s the Sunshine? The Best Places To Stay in Hawaii for Dry Weather
As I look outside my window, all I can see is rain as far as the eye can see (and I live on a ridge, so the eye can see pretty far). Currently, Hawaii is getting drenched, and there are few places around the state likely to escape this late summer storm. Heck, even my…
Read MoreWhat’s the Safest Ocean Activity? Hawaii Ocean Safety by the Numbers
What’s safer, swimming or snorkeling? Who’s most likely to drown in Hawaii, residents or non-residents? How many people have water accidents in Hawaii every year? These are just some of the questions answered in the latest Hawaii Ocean Safety report, which helps officials keep locals and visitors safe in the water. If you’re visiting Hawaii…
Read MoreMars Exploration on Mauna Kea in Hawaii?
How would you feel if someone asked you to spend an entire year on top of in Hawaii? In a dome? With people you didn’t even know? Well, that’s exactly what six volunteers signed up for about one year ago — and, they’ve just emerged from their stay atop the cold, desolate mountain. Why did they…
Read MoreWhere Are the Riskiest Beaches in Hawaii?
If you’re in Hawaii for any extended length of time, you may start to notice something in the news: Reports about drownings, near drownings, and rescues. Unfortunately, the sheer quantity of out-of-state visitors to Hawaii means many folks underestimate the power of Hawaii waves and waters. Locals, too, can get into trouble in Hawaii waters,…
Read MoreBring the Kids – Bring On the Fun! Top 5 Reasons to Visit the Discovery Center in Honolulu
Heads up, parents! Visiting Hawaii with small children can be a magical and fun-filled experience, but (in my experience anyway), little ones can take only so much sun and outdoor frolicking before they tire-out. So, lots of smart parents sprinkle a bit of indoor fun throughout their Hawaii vacation. Which inspires me to write about a…
Read MoreIs a Zip Line Adventure in Hawaii Right for You?
I’ve always had what I like to call a “healthy” fear of heights — I don’t experience full-blown panic attacks when faced with a cliff, tall building, or extension ladder. On the other hand, I don’t willingly participate in extreme sports like bungee jumping, cliff diving, or skydiving (although I wholeheartedly admire those who do). However,…
Read MoreVog in Hawaii Got You Down? A New Website Can Help!
If you have asthma or any type of respiratory condition, you may have been postponing your trip to Hawaii because of the infamous “vog.” Vog in Hawaii is “volcano fog,” air pollution that results when sulfur dioxide and other gases and particles emitted by an erupting volcano react with oxygen and moisture in the presence…
Read MoreLooking for Made in Hawaii Products? You’ve Hit the Jackpot!
When you announced you’re coming to Hawaii, did you get the “evil-eye” from jealous loved-ones left behind? It’s not that uncommon! After all, you’re getting the vacation of a lifetime, and that can make others green with envy! But, we have a way to mend the fences when you return: Bring your left-behind loved-ones some…
Read MoreWhat Is Statehood Day in Hawaii? And How Will It Impact My Visit?
If you plan on being in the islands on August 19th, you may notice something: State government offices will be closed, as well as schools and the major universities (or maybe you WON’T notice, which is OK too!). What’s all the fuss about? It’s actually Statehood Day in Hawaii, (known as Admissions Day until 2001),…
Read MoreEat Free in Hawaii (If You’re a Kid, That Is!)
As some of you may know, I’m the proud Mom of three children who are still young enough to dine off the kids menu at most restaurants. But, what’s REALLY great is finding restaurants where my kids eat FREE! If you’re a budget-conscious traveler (or just like to save a buck), you probably appreciate a…
Read MoreHaleakala Sunrise vs Sunset: Which is the Best Time to Go?
If you’re planning a trip to Maui, seeing the Haleakala sunrise might top your must-do list. Here, day breaks at 10,000 feet above sea level, casting golden hues across layers of endless clouds. Then, as the clouds clear and the skies turn blue, you get to enjoy one of the most magnificent places in Hawaii. …
Read MoreDon’t Risk It! Officials Discourage Tourists from Visiting Big Island Water Slide
The other day, I was with my family at the tide pools near Sandy Beach during a particularly rough afternoon, only to notice a couple determined to jump-off the rocks into the frothing water below. Frankly, I couldn’t believe my eyes. So much so, that I began to yell at them, “DON’T JUMP!” Long story…
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