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Maui Vacation Packages: Hawaii’s Best Kept Secrets
Maui is one of the most popular travel destinations within Hawaii. Why? Because its beautiful, relaxing, unique, and offers visitors a wide variety of things to do. Many folks who travel to Hawaii have an affinity with Maui, swearing that it is the best island out of the whole chain. While we may agree, we…
Read MorePour a Glass at Amuse
It’s Wine Down Wednesday, and you know what that means…A toast to getting halfway through the week with a nice glass of some pinot noir or merlot or both. But if you’re on vacation, then everyday in the island should be wrapped up with some wine. You’ll find wine on almost any restaurant’s menu; at…
Read MoreHawaiian Treats and Gifts for Doggies
Now that you’ve made Fido’s Hawaiian dream vacation come true, it’s time to deck him out in proper Aloha attire. Get him a doggie aloha shirt or maybe even a bling blingin’ Hawaii-themed collar and leash set. The Hawaii Doggie Bakery & Gift Shop in Honolulu has been dressing up our furry friends (both locals…
Read MoreKuliouou Ridge Trail Takes Hikers Atop Koolau Summit
The hike up Kuliouou Ridge Trail will surely kick your butt. It may be only 2.5 miles to the top, but it’s an intense climb that will no doubt get your heart racing just a couple minutes into the hike. It’s one of my favorite hikes on Oahu. It meanders through several different terrains and…
Read MoreSounds of Old Hawaii in the Hawaiian Steel Guitar
Oftentimes, a song can trigger old memories or feelings we unknowingly had; whether joyful, somber or unchanging, the revelations can be very telling for us. A Hawaiian steel guitar’s silky tone and smooth bravado have that capability and take us back to the “vintage Waikiki days,” a time that many may associate with those dashboard…
Read MoreHawaii Helicopter Tours Will Take You to New Heights
An aerial view of the island is a vantage point that is rarely seen by visitors. It’s an uncommon way to explore the landscapes of each island, not to mention an up close view of molten lava spewing from volcanoes. Hawaii helicopter tours are a thrilling adventure that will have you gasping in awe; the…
Read MoreDo Hawaiians Use Chopsticks?
If you’re planning on dining in Hawaii, you may wonder: do Hawaiians use chopsticks? And will you need to use them during your vacation? Hawaiians Do Use Chopsticks! Chopstick pros rejoice: Hawaii has great opportunities for using chopsticks, and they’re available at many restaurants and stores here. But if you aren’t comfortable using chopsticks, don’t…
Read MoreHawaii Luau Traditions
Many people book luaus for their Hawaiian vacations knowing relatively nothing about the traditions. They really are a genuine way to experience old Hawaii, because luau creators strive to present their guests with an authenticity that cannot be matched. With classic performances from professional hula and Tahitian dancers, fire dancers, musicians, and storytellers, the artists…
Read MoreElvis in the Islands, 40 Years Later
Elvis may have left the building four decades ago, but he hasn’t left the hearts of his fans, young and old. This especially pertains to his Hawaii fans, who – like several other places around the world – believed the king of rock n’ roll belonged to their ohana (family). That’s why there will be…
Read MoreShave Ice Made with Pure Aloha
I’m pretty certain that you won’t find another shave ice place like Uncle Clay’s House of Pure Aloha (HOPA), and you most definitely won’t find another Uncle Clay. This cute Chinese man has one of those ridiculously contagious smiles; the kind that not only shows in the curves of his mouth but in his happily…
Read MoreExotic Places to Stay in Hawaii
Hawaii itself is exotic, but if you dig a little deeper you’ll discover the truly unusual places to stay in Hawaii. What many find most striking about Hawaii is its tropical beach scene, but what about the lush rainforests of Kauai, the rocky volcanic coastline of Big Island or the wide, open country sides of…
Read MoreRemembering Loved Ones at Waikiki Natatorium
A speaker at this year’s Natatorium Memorial Day Observance made a good point. To the audience of veterans and loved ones gathered in front of the Waikiki landmark, U.S. General Gary North said to take notice of the “THE” carved above the arched entrance; it boldly states, “THE” WAR MEMORIAL because in 1927, WWI had…
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