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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…

Hats ON in Hawaii!

Sun Protection Tips for Hawaii: Hats, Sunscreen, and More Visitors to Hawaii are often advised to wear a hat and sunscreen to protect themselves from…

Lighting Up the Skies over Lanikai in Hawaii

Moonrise can be a beautiful alternative to Sunrise on Oahu. I have the same conversation over and over with my friends who live on the…

Oahu’s Kaena Point: The End of the Road in Hawaii

One small corner of Oahu is only accessible on foot: Kaena Point. Roads from both directions end at this westernmost edge of the island, making…

Sea shells as souvenirs of a Hawaii vacation

The beautiful Hawaiian beaches include some of the best sand in the world: soft, comfortable, with some variation in size and color of the pebbles,…