Posts by AlohaBruce
Top 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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