Roseanne Barr Hawaii Farm & the World’s Most Expensive Nuts

By AlohaBruce | Mar 17, 2014 |

Wondering about Rosanne Barr and her Hawaii farm? The TV star owns a 40-acre macadamia nut farm on the Big Island. It has over 4,000 trees, so it’s a pretty big operation! The farm had its own Lifetime reality television series called “Roseanne’s Nuts.”  Rosanne Barr’s Hawaii farm is an organic macadamia nut farm in…

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Haleiwa will always be country

By AlohaBruce | Mar 13, 2014 |

Known as the country of Oahu (and opposite of ‘Town’ a.k.a Honolulu), Haleiwa is a quaint little place on the north shore with a history in the sugar cane plantation industry of the 1900’s. The word Haleiwa means ‘house of the frigate bird’ in Hawaiian and today the town’s architecture still resembles the early 1900s,…

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Hawaii First-Timers Tips

By AlohaBruce | Mar 8, 2014 |

Why First-Time Travelers Need a Plan Hawaii is one of the most popular vacation spots in the world, and for good reason. With eight islands—four of which are visitor favorites (Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island)—it takes multiple trips to really experience them all. But this article isn’t for repeat visitors. It’s for the…

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Having Hiking Etiquette

By AlohaBruce | Mar 5, 2014 |

A recent hike I did on a narrow rocky trail in Makiki got me thinking a lot about the etiquette of hiking. For instance, who stops to let the other person pass by when you reach a tight spot on the path? Or when do you pull off to the side and let hikers that…

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My Favorite Beaches on Kauai

By AlohaBruce | Mar 1, 2014 |

Kauai, the oldest island within Hawaii’s chain, is known for its relaxed, quiet, and relatively unpopulated beaches. Fifty miles of white sand adorn this garden isle, giving visitors a wide variety to choose from. But with so many options, and so little time, how do you pick or even prioritize which beach to spend your…

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Hawaii Pineapples: What to Know Before Your Next Tropical Treat

By AlohaBruce | Mar 1, 2014 |

Hawaii Pineapples seem to go hand-in-hand with swaying palm trees and dazzling beaches. It’s as though the pineapple has been in Hawaii longer than people. But that’s far from the real story. In fact, pineapples are a relatively new fruit in the islands. And while they taste like simple tropical bliss, there’s a lot to…

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More Than Gelato in Kaimuki

By AlohaBruce | Feb 18, 2014 |

Here’s a motto: Try gelato! One of the perks of being in Hawaii is that it’s never too cold to enjoy a gelato. It is especially pleasant on those hot summer days, when the body temp is beyond the norm, and you just may give into that crazy urge for a midnight swim. Gelato could…

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Orderding guide to Hawaii Bakeries

By AlohaBruce | Feb 16, 2014 |

Satiating Your Sweet Craving in Hawaii There is plenty to choose from in Hawaii when it comes to sweets and homemade goods. The wide array of mom-and-pop bakeries found throughout happens to be what makes the sweet scene so unique. Each bakery sells a pastry treat that is special to its storefront, like coco puffs…

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Hawaii Spa Suggestions

By AlohaBruce | Feb 5, 2014 |

  Probably the number one thing people come to Hawaii for is relaxation. To get away from the stress of everyday life, work and the monotony of schedules, and relish in some much needed R&R. And what better place to get into this mindset than the tropics? A warm breeze carrying the scent of fresh…

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Finding Peace and Yoga in Hawaii

By AlohaBruce | Feb 4, 2014 |

After a long flight to Hawaii, what better way to unwind than with a little bit of yoga? The ancient Indian practice will surely loosen those stiff necks and get the blood flowing after sitting for hours in those cramped airplane quarters. In fact, yoga has become so mainstream that it’s not uncommon for travelers…

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What to expect during the winter months in Hawaii

By AlohaBruce | Feb 3, 2014 |

If you’re looking to escape the snow and chilly weather of winter, then Hawaii is the perfect retreat. With delightfully mild days of sunshine and rainfall, Hawaii is the ideal winter vacation destination and offers visitors respite from snow shoveling and wind chapped lips. Wintertime is high season for tourism- up and up with summertime-…

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