Finding Tranquility at Kauai Hindu Monastery
Calm and grounded tranquility spiral up my body and mind once I step foot on the tropical soil of the Kauai Hindu Monastery. The monastery,…
How to See Blow Holes in Hawaii
Blow Holes – a natural phenomenon. In Hawaii, you may hear one before you see it. As waves splash against a rocky coastline, water spurts…
Kalua Pig – A Hawaii Tradition
If you’ve spent any time in Hawaii, you’ve heard of Kalua Pig. This local food is a staple at most parties, luau, and restaurants. But…
Visiting Laie Hawaii Temple
The Laie Hawaii Temple is a sight to behold on Oahu’s windward coast. The imposing white temple stands between the green mountains and blue ocean,…
Snorkeling in Poipu on Kauai
Snorkeling is something anyone can do to enjoy Hawaii’s waters; it doesn’t matter what age you are or how athletic you are. At the very…
Aloha Shirts Capture the Spirit of Hawaii
On their recent Hawaii vacation, my folks really enjoyed going to the Hilo Hattie store in Lihue, Kauai. Boasting Hawaii’s largest selection of Hawaiian fashion,…
Ocean-Sized Toys in Hawaii
Inflatable rings and rafts are fun in the pool but the ocean in Hawaii allows for really big toys! People rent peddle-craft with giant yellow…
Hawaii Donkey Trail Hike: Scenery and Sea Glass
The Big Island’s Onomea Bay Donkey Trail Hike is a time and budget-friendly way to enjoy the incredible beauty of East Hawaii. When I first…
The Best Stops Along the Hamakua Coast of Hawaii Island
A scenic drive along the Hamakua coast of Hawaii Island is one of the best road trips in the state. It’s filled with lush scenery,…
Massage on the Garden Isle Kauaian style
Have you ever had a little Lomilomi? According to “Auntie” Margaret, the Hawaiian word lomilomi (pronounced low me low me) means going to and from….
Gilligan’s Island in Hawaii
The island immortalized in the series “Gilligan’s Island” is a swimming distance from the shore of Oahu in Hawaii. But the real island has a…
Lei: The Ultimate Aloha Symbol
Of course you want to share Aloha with those you cherish. In Hawaii, aloha means love or warm affection. And one of the best ways…