Category: Hawaii Animals & Nature

If you’re an avid reader of this blog (and we hope you are!), you just read our post about how there’s been a significant spike in the number of shark bites — turns out, hungry females who have just given birth may be to blame for the increased number of incidents. But, you don’t want to […]

Every once in a while, a news story showcases tourists mistreating local wildlife, especially monk seals and sea turtles in Hawaii.  Thankfully, these extreme stories are fairly rare. After all, most visitors truly want to respect Hawaii’s wildlife and appreciate it in a mindful way. So, what are the rules about interacting with sea turtles […]

Planning to be in Hawaii during the month of October? If so, there’s one statistic you may want to consider: According to the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, there may be a higher chance of getting bitten by a shark this month. In a recent news release, the Department of Land and Natural […]

There’s nothing like a trip to Hawaii to inspire you to examine marine life — after all, when you’re in the islands, you’re practically living in the middle of a giant aquarium! However, no matter how much you snorkel and SCUBA, it’s impossible to experience all the marine life Hawaii has to offer… which is […]

The fate of dolphin tours in Hawaii has been a hot-button topic in the islands for years. But, now the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has put pen to paper and is proposing a ban that would, effecively, end the tours. Now, YOU have the opportunity to comment on the proposed ban and become […]

If you’re planning a trip to Maui, seeing the Haleakala sunrise might top your must-do list. Here, day breaks at 10,000 feet above sea level, casting golden hues across layers of endless clouds. Then, as the clouds clear and the skies turn blue, you get to enjoy one of the most magnificent places in Hawaii.  […]

My 11-year-old daughter is in the midst of a pretty amazing “science” project — she and three of her classmates are foraging Hawaii for native plants, dehydrating them using a homemade dehydrator, and adding them to food (she’s much smarter than I ever was).  Well, yesterday, I decided to join them on one of their […]

Like many people, I try to do my fair share to help the environment. I recycle, take care not to disturb the native plants and animals, and teach my children to respect the environment. But, I never thought about whale watching as an eco-friendly activity. In fact, I thought the OPPOSITE. Boy, was I wrong!? […]

Here in Hawaii, we know a lot about many of the sea creatures that inhabit our islands’ waters. But, sharks? Well, it can be pretty hard to get up close and personal with a living shark — you probably know why! In fact, used to be, when a scientist wanted to examine a pregnant shark, he […]

There are times when living in the middle of the Pacific Ocean is less than convenient (expensive goods, lack of “road trips,” early-morning televised football games). But then, there are times when being isolated is a real perk — and Tuesday, March 8 is one of them! That’s when we can expect to see a “deep […]

Hawaii just wouldn’t be, well, Hawaii if not for our amazing ocean, coral reefs, and wildlife, and they’re a top-tier visitor attraction for many who come here.  In fact, when you book your vacation through Hawaii Aloha Travel, you have a whole host of ocean activities at your fingertips, if you want to explore Hawaii’s underwater […]

Box Jellyfish in Hawaii are one of the important sea creatures you should know about before you visit.  When you dream of your Hawaii vacation, you likely envision endless days floating peacefully in the Pacific Ocean – and you’ll likely get to enjoy some of that blissful relaxation while you’re here.  But, of course, the […]