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…

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Hawaiian 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…

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Giddy 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…

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Be 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…

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Fish 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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