Eat like a local: Tamura’s Fine Wine & Liquors
For Hawaii visitors looking for truly “local” food and drink, look no further than Tamura’s Fine Wine & Liquors. Certainly, Hawaii offers countless bars, diners, breweries, and boutique eateries to choose from on each island. In recent years Hawaii has seen an explosion of new establishments catering to all cultured tastes. Virtually all are worth…
Read MoreSky Waikiki’s Rooftop Aloha Life Cocktail Menu Shines
Sky Waikiki, Hawaii’s most refined rooftop restaurant, lounge, and nightclub has become a favorite destination for Honolulu’s young professionals. It now features the Aloha Life Cocktail Menu. Located on the roof of the Waikiki Business Plaza at the corner of Seaside and Kalakaua in the heart of Waikiki, Sky Waikiki has become the go-to spot…
Read MoreOur Official Ranking of the Top 5 Waikiki Beach Restaurants
The other night, my sweet husband took me out for a special Valentine’s Day dinner at one of our favorite Waikiki Beach Restaurants. This took quite some planning, since it books up a whole year in advance of the holiday. The amazing night out reminded me how special a meal can be when it’s in…
Read MoreDon’t Leave Fido at Home! Pet-Friendly Hotels in Hawaii
Have you noticed more and more people prefer to travel with their pets these days? It’s true — today’s pet-owners are less likely to leave their pets at home and more likely to bring the on vacation. After all, wouldn’t Fido love frolicking in paradise?! Well, hotels are taking notice, and many are changing their policies…
Read MoreTop 8 Foods to Try in Hawaii (And Where to Find Them!)
So much food, so little time! We’re rounding up the top 8 foods to try in Hawaii. Hawaii has incredible foods, many of which you can’t find anywhere else in the world! Only after I moved away from Hawaii (twice!) I realized how amazing Hawaii cuisine really is. It’s not just the “fancy” stuff, but…
Read MoreA Brewery Waikiki Is Proud Of
If you’re looking for the best brewery Waikiki offers, you’ll likely head straight to Waikiki Brewing Company. This icon stands proudly at the corner of Kalakaua Avenue and Ala Moana Boulevard. They serve up an awesome menu of beer, cocktails, and food – definitely don’t miss it when you’re in town. But that’s not the…
Read MoreLocal Style Comfort Food at Side Street Inn
When I go on vacation, I don’t want to eat at the same types of places I frequent at home. I want to eat local food, visit mom-and-pop shops, and go to the restaurants that are away from the tourists. I feel like you can learn a lot about a place that you are visiting…
Read MoreKahuku Farms: Oahu’s Farm-to-Table Cafe
One thing that I love about being a blogger is that I get to constantly go out and try new things here in Hawaii. But today, I’m going to tell you about one of my old favorites, a place I have been going back to over and over again for years: Kahuku Farms on Oahu.…
Read MoreDrink beer and strengthen the community at Grace in Growlers in Kailua
Kailua’s craft beer tasting room has a purpose. Grace in Growlers is a 100% nonprofit, self-serve craft beer tasting room, complete with board games and communal tables. It is unlike any other place I’ve ever been in Hawaii. I visited Grace in Growlers several times over the past few months, and I quickly fell in…
Read MoreBottoms Up! Our Top 7 Hawaii Cocktails
When you’re on vacation in Hawaii, it goes without saying you may want to indulge in some delicious cocktails, right? I mean, what’s an island vacation without drinks by the ocean?! Here, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite Hawaii cocktails, so you can order with pride at the bar! 1. Mai Tai: We…
Read MoreKakimochi and Other “Weird” Snacks in Hawaii: Explained!
Have you seen bags of Kakimochi at the grocery store in Hawaii – or even at the movie theaters? We’ve got lots of fun info about this popular Hawaii treat and other unique treats you’ll find in the islands. Hawaii’s Most Unique Snacks Now that I’ve been a resident for a while, strolling along the…
Read MoreSwoosh! Our Top 5 Hawaii Resorts with Water Slides
If you’re traveling to Hawaii with children, or if you’re just a kid-at-heart, you’ll want to make sure you stay at one of the Hawaii resorts with water slides. After all, what’s the fun of a pool without a way to swish your way into it?! Here’s our take on the best water slides in…
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