Car games for long road trips are something most kids do to pass the time. “I Spy” is usually the go-to, or maybe “Punch Buggy,” when a VW bug is spotted. That one wasn’t particularly popular when I was growing up, because at the time, souped-up Bugs were all the rage in Hawaii. They were […]
Read More→Because of the recent hurricanes that hit Hawaii, and the potential for more on the horizon (hurricane season is from June 1st till the end of November), I figured we might be seeing some wet weather for the next few months. But for anyone traveling to Hawaii during this time, don’t let this be a […]
Read More→I take a lot of cabs. As a professional musician who lives in town, I find it easier than battling traffic, finding and paying for parking, and lugging my gear to and from the venue from an always far away stall. I get door-to-door transpo for about twenty bucks. It occurs to me that most […]
Read More→There is a false sense of security in Hawaii’s outdoor environment. Yes the water looks tranquil and tropical, the trails appear peaceful and lush and the guidebooks paint a rosy image of the waterfalls and swimming holes that make everything seem like a dream. While I do agree that Hawaii is a relatively safe place […]
Read More→There are many Japanese cultural traditions and customs now woven into Hawaii’s social fabric. Among them is omiyage (oh-mee-YAH-ghee), or the tradition of bringing something, usually edible, back from your travels away from home to present to family, friends, or coworkers as a token of honor and respect. It should be something that is unique […]
Read More→During the winter months, or more accurately from November through March, Oahu’s North Shore gets top billing as the center of the surfing universe. And rightly so. But at the other end of Earth’s orbit, during the summer months, Oahu’s South Shore quietly lights up with swell without attracting the many hundreds of mainland and […]
Read More→I think everyone experiences a bit of nostalgia when they hear the word ‘summer.’ For me, I still think back to my youth; barefoot walks through the neighborhood, no school, sunny days that stretched into nighttime beach bonfires and swimming in my parents’ pool. Hopefully your thoughts go someplace relaxing and warm, like a vacation […]
Read More→Here on the islands, Hawaiian seashells are treasured like gems. Just walk into any jewelry store and you’ll see what I mean. You’ll see diamond-encrusted sunrise shells, gold-inlaid pearls, puka shell bangles, and more. These sea creature husks have been washing up on Hawaiian shores for centuries. While many locals dive and beach comb to […]
Read More→Many of the things that make Hawaii so amazing to visit and live here are also the things that make it an ideal location for scientific research. From the deep sea to the heavens and everything in between, groundbreaking science is being done across the islands. Here are some Hawaii research institutions that are making […]
Read More→In France, it’s said that Parisians can spot American tourists a mile away, but not because of their Yankees or Red Sox ball caps or clanging accents. No, it’s the sneakers. Evidently, athletic footwear is to be worn only for athletics in the City of Light. Similarly in Hawaii, nothing screams “tourist!” more than a […]
Read More→Most people on vacation in Hawaii are content to let their days slip by while enjoying the simple pleasure of relaxing on the beach, or sipping tropical drinks at a poolside bar. But there is also the type of vacationer that is driven to fill every minute of every day with predetermined activities. If you […]
Read More→The same geology that gives Hawaii its staggering natural beauty is also the natural force that gives these islands the supply of fresh water that makes life sustainable for humans and the endemic (and invasive) species that have made it home throughout history. The Honolulu Board of Water Supply offers several free, educational tours that […]
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