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You’ll See Lots of Tattoos When You Visit Hawaii
More and more people are wearing tattoos these days, all over the world. The social stigma is far less than it’s been over the years, and “body art” has come to be admired in most circles. In Hawaii, tattoos have a significance of their own. Early explorers noted that both men and women wore tattoos…
Read MoreHawaii’s Water Ranked Best Quality in the World!
When on vacation in Hawaii don’t be afraid to drink the water. There are lots of vacation destinations that come with built-in cautions about water quality. Hawaii definitely is not one of them. Oahu in particular is blessed with water that ranks with the best quality in the world. Part of the reason is the…
Read MoreWho Are the Top Singers in Hawaii Today?
There surely will be evenings during your Hawaii vacation when cocktails, a nice dinner and then some good music will seem like a good idea. When such an evening arrives, you’ll be wondering just who the hot singers are. After all, the popular local acts are pretty-much unheard of on the mainland now that Don…
Read MoreHow to See Fern Grotto Kauai
Fern Grotto is one of Kauai’s most popular attractions. Accessible only by boat, this secluded, encaved area is a treasured part of the island’s past and a beautiful sight to see. What is Fern Grotto? Fern Grotto is a secluded open cave near the Wailua River on Kauai. As the name suggests, it’s a lush…
Read MoreSome Idiosyncrasies of Hawaii
Many of those of us who live in Hawaii, when we move into a new home or open a business or a business office, have it blessed. When ground is broken for a new construction project of any kind — corporate or private — the land is blessed. It’s not necessarily religion or superstition, it’s…
Read MoreParty Time in Hawaii, Within the Law
So you enjoy your cocktails and you’re wondering about Hawaii’s laws and restrictions. You’re aware that several states have legislated rules that can affect your drinking pleasure. For instance, 33 states permit persons younger than 21 to consume alcohol or to consume it under certain circumstances. 24 states, including Hawaii, permit adults age 18 or…
Read MoreVisit Honolulu’s Art District on your Hawaii Vacation
When you vacation on Oahu, the center of attraction is Waikiki. Even if you stay in a remote resort area such as Turtle Bay or Ko Olina, you expect to see some action in Waikiki before you go home. That’s where the glitter and the glamour are. Downtown gets bypassed way too much, except to…
Read MoreHawaii Must-Do: Catch a Concert at Waikiki Shell
If you’re planning to be on Oahu during your Hawaii vacation, check to see what might be going on at the Waikiki Shell. The Shell (full name: Tom Moffatt Waikiki Shell) sits in beautiful and spacious Kapiolani Park with Diamond Head as a backdrop and Waikiki Beach at the opposite end. It’s an attractive outdoor…
Read MoreThose Beautiful Hawaiian Quilts
Unless you’re into quilting as an avocation, it’s likely that quilts aren’t a large part of your consciousness. Here in the islands, a Hawaiian quilt is considered a treasure, whether you’ve received one as a gift, bought one or made one yourself. Long before the first Westerners reached the islands, the Hawaiian people were making…
Read MoreAbout Hawaii’s Billboards
The clutter of billboards in the city of Los Angeles is notorious. They have more than 3,000 ILLEGAL billboards littering their streets and hillsides. On the other coast, Manhattan’s Times Square sports a Target billboard measuring 23,000 square feet. That’s half a football field. Some billboards across the country actually promote travel to Hawaii. The…
Read MorePrimo Beer Back in the 808 State
Back in the 1960’s the local brew to drink in Hawaii was Primo Beer. About ten years ago, the beer was discontinued when parent company Stroh Brewing decided to stop production. So Primo lovers were more than ecstatic to learn that their beloved beer was back and available this week on Oahu. Once the island’s…
Read MoreA Brief History of Merrie Monarch Hawaii
Merrie Monarch Hawaii is basically the Olympics of hula. This week-long prestigious hula competition occurs each year in Hilo, putting the Big Island town on the map and bringing in a crowd of competitors and spectators. If you ever get a chance, you should definitely attend the Merrie Monarch Festival! A Merrie Event for 60…
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