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Kilauea Volcano eruption continues, coverage falls off
The Kilauea Volcano eruption in the East Rift Zone of the Puna District on the island of Hawaii dominated the news cycle here and around the world for a few days. But the news cycle moved on as inexorably as the lava flow itself. The eruption remains as spectacular and calamitous as it was on…
Read MoreA tragic legend in Manoa Valley
The beauty of Manoa Valley and the Manoa Falls hiking trail are no secret. Much lesser known is an old Hawaiian legend about the area. Improvements and maintenance to the trail have greatly increased the trail’s accessibility over the year. The 150-foot waterfall is only about a 20-minute walk from the trail head, and a…
Read MoreWaimea, Hawaii Island – Cowboy Country
At an elevation of a half-mile above sea level (2,667 feet), Island is somewhere between heaven and earth. It’s vast, rolling pastures and stands of whispering ironwood pines are unlike any other landscape on the “Big Island”. is steeped in native Hawaiian history and culture and a cowboy, or “” tradition that dates back to…
Read MoreWhen and Where to See Turtles in Oahu
Pretty much everyone who visits Hawaii hopes to see the elusive – and endangered – (Hawaiian green sea turtle). Lucky scuba divers and snorkelers sometimes spot them in the waters of Turtle Bay, Lanikai Beach, and Hanauma Bay. But there is one place that almost never disappoints, whether you are swimming in the ocean or…
Read MoreBest Hilo Botanical Gardens: Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden
Hilo is the perfect place for botanical garden. This town on Hawaii Island has a lush, rainy environment, a serene oceanside setting, and some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. And Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden is the perfect place to see Hilo’s beauty in all its glory. We loved our visit to…
Read MoreSee Dolphins in their natural habitat on a Dolphin Watch Eco Tour
I recently had one of the best days I’ve ever had in Hawaii on board a Dolphin Watch cruise through . Since I work for Hawaii Aloha Travel, I was invited to be a guest of Dolphin Star during one of their cruises to learn more about it. I had never been dolphin watching, so…
Read MoreHow to See a Volcano in Hawaii
Many visitors wonder if they’ll see a Volcano in Hawaii or how volcanoes influence the islands’ geography. Volcanoes created each of the Hawaiian Islands, and the history behind them is quite fascinating. My curiosity about the islands I live on led me to research how and why these islands formed. It’s pretty amazing to think…
Read MoreTake a Shelter Dog on a Field Trip During Your Visit to Kauai
If you are an animal lover who wants to give back during your vacation to Kauai, I have just the thing for you. Through the Kauai Humane Society’s program, Shelter Dogs on Field Trips, visitors to Kauai can “check out” a dog for a day. Simply come to the Kauai Humane Society, where you will…
Read MoreEndangered species in Hawaii and how you can protect them
There are many endangered species in Hawaii, but two local favorites that you just might see during your trip here are Hawaiian monk seals and Hawaiian green sea turtles (). While rare, don’t be surprised if you encounter them. If you happen to come across a Hawaiian monk seal laying on the beach or a…
Read MoreFind the Best Lava Tubes in Hawaii
Do you love the idea of walking inside hardened lava from thousands of years ago? If so, you’ll want to explore some of the incredible lava tubes in Hawaii (most are located on the Big Island). If you have limited time, you’ll want to explore the best one, so we’re here to help you decide…
Read MoreTop 5 Must-Do Events at the Honolulu Zoo in Hawaii
Naturally, it’s rare that a visitor will come to Hawaii with the sole purpose of visiting the Honolulu Zoo in Hawaii (after all, the islands have too much to offer). But, visitors staying in one of the many located in Waikiki will often wander over to our charming zoo, especially if the (children) are in tow.…
Read MoreConnect with the Past Through Moon Walks in Hawaii
If there’s one place in Hawaii that has managed to retain the look and feel of ancient Hawaii, it’s Valley on the North Shore of Oahu. Every time I visit with my family, I feel transported back in time to an era when Hawaiians lived in Ahupuaa (parcels of land that stretched from mountaintops to…
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