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Maui Observatory: Counting the Stars at Haleakala’s Science City

Hawaii telescopes and observatories provide scientists with some of the keenest galactic eyes on the planet. While you’re vacationing on the island below, scientists at…

Hawaii golf: 2 local (Oahu) favorites

If you are a golfer and looking to play a round or two during your Hawaii vacation (as opposed to planning a full-on golf holiday),…

Mount Ka’ala: Oahu’s tallest mountain

In the Waianae Mountain Range, Mount Ka’ala is the highest point on Oahu at an elevation of 4,025 feet. The actual peak itself is inaccessible,…

Hawaii favorite dishes at home

Trying traditional Hawaii foods while on a Hawaii vacation is a crucial part of experiencing Hawaii’s unique blend of cultures and their cuisines. Here on…

Helewai Eco Tours: Maui watershed stewards

Here at Hawaii Aloha Travel, we have long advocated for visitor education tours and programs that focus on native Hawaiian ecology and culture. Helewai Eco…

Ocean Safety tips for big wave season in the pandemic

2022 roared into Hawaii under a “Kona low” weather system that darkened skies (and lit them up with lightning) and caused severe flooding in multiple…

Nuuanu Valley: Hawaiian history in the hills

Nuuanu Valley on Oahu is one of the most historically significant neighborhoods (or collection of neighborhoods) in all of Hawaii. Its importance goes back to…

Hawaii small town Holidays

We’re right in the heart of Hawaii Holiday Season , and the snow-covered small-town Christmas commercial trope is airing pretty much every second of every…

Hanauma Bay: legend and lore

Virtually every Hawaii landmark has an ancient legend about its origin. Every scenic lookout, hiking trail, or famous (or secluded) beach and stretch of coast…

Hawaii stargazing: Geminid Meteor Shower Dec. 13-14

The annual Geminid Meteor Shower is at this moment heading toward planet Earth, set to streak Hawaii’s night skies on December 13-14. The celestial event…

Hawaii Golf splurge: Ko Olina Golf Club

Aloha Bruce made another one of his casually astute observations on the latest Hawaii Vacation Connection Podcast: most people booking a Hawaii vacation want to…