Category: Hawaii Animals & Nature

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

If you’re fortunate enough to experience a beautiful sunset in Hawaii, consider yourself already one of the lucky ones! But, if you have the opportunity (or dumb luck) to see the green flash in Hawaii during sunset, you may want to buy a lottery ticket. You’re one of the few who’ve been lucky enough to […]

Just imagine you’ve spent a heavenly Hawaii day surfing, sightseeing, and sunbathing. Now what? Find a beach where you can watch a spectacular sunset, of course! We did a little digging and found what we believe to be the best places to watch sunset on Oahu. Here’s a look at our top 5: 1. North […]

Hawaii is such a romantic destination, and Hawaiian folklore is teeming with love stories. Unfortunately, many of these stories don’t have the happiest endings.  Still, they’re great to know and inspiring to hear. Plus they hold a lot of importance in Hawaiian culture.  So before you head to Hawaii for a honeymoon, anniversary trip, or […]

When I have visitors in town, they often ask me what to expect when visiting Hanauma Bay — besides the beautiful scenery. What they’re really asking is — what kind of cool marine life can I see if I go snorkeling there and where exactly might I find them? Lucky for them, I was able to dig […]

One of the many reasons I love Kauai is because I always discover a new and exciting place to explore no matter how many times I’ve been there! And, my recent trip to the Garden Isle was no different. Except THIS time, I got to discover a hidden cave system on Kauai that’s DEFINITELY off-the-beaten-path. […]

Have you ever wondered: When do sharks know humans are in the water? How do they sense their prey? How small is the smallest Hawaii shark? Anytime you jump in the ocean surrounding Hawaii, you’re sharing the water with sharks. So, it’s important you know as much about them as possible. Here are 12 Hawaii […]