The youngest state in the country, Hawaii is a unique place with a culture and history all of it’s own. As one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world, there is much to see and do in these islands, and even more to learn. We’ve compiled a list of the top most interesting…

Remember the days when the choice between checking or carrying on your luggage was a free one, and revolved around convenience? “Let’s carry on our luggage so we don’t have to wait at the baggage claim” or “let’s check our luggage so we don’t have to deal with the kids’ bags”. The choice was yours…

Before there were aloha shirts, there was palaka. The plaid-print cloth from England had been sewn into work shirts for plantation laborers, quickly becoming synonymous with this time in Hawaii’s history. Farmers, ranchers and plantation workers liked that the material was both comfy and durable, especially when working under the hot Hawaiian sun. Not to…

The Hawaiian Islands are far from a secret; every year, millions of visitors call this place their “dream getaway.” And while you’re probably thinking, so much for the “getaway” when you’re also sharing it with other people, there are still ways to find solitude in paradise. 1- Stay off the beaten path. There’s more to…

Taking pictures of lava has become a special niche for photographers around the world, especially in Hawaii where Kilauea Volcano has been actively erupting for decades. It is a risky endeavor that often puts them within arm’s reach of Madame Pele, the Hawaiian fire goddess. Ask any of these professionals, and they’ll quickly tell you…