Hawaii Vacation Blog

Are all beaches in Hawaii public? It’s a question that adventurous (and simply curious) visitors often ask. But it’s also a major concern for many local families.  Hawaii is home to some of the most famously beautiful and easily accessible beaches in the world (once you get here). On Oahu, it’s Waikiki, the North Shore, […]

For many Hawaii visitors, learning to surf is a major part of their vacation experience. It may even be a so-call “bucket list” item. The Ohana Surf Project has been teaching people to surf in Waikiki for years. It’s easy enough for anyone to find a surfboard rental in Waikiki and head out into the […]

The Hawaiian language is mostly recognized by the rest of the world in words like aloha and mahalo. That is likely to soon change as DuoLingo, the free language instruction app that millions around the world are using, launches its Hawaiian language program. Visitors to Hawaii can now brush up on before a vacation in […]

Have you been to a crack seed store in Honolulu? These shops offer great treats and a unique experience.  What is Crack Seed? Crack seed is a Hawaii snack with a taste that is, well, acquired. Generally speaking, it is a Chinese food item, imported with Chinese sugar plantation workers who arrived in Hawaii in […]

Jack’s Restaurant in Aina Haina is the kind of local establishment that you just kind of have to know about to find it. Tucked into a strip mall in East Honolulu, the humble and beloved diner is not exactly a visitor hotspot. But Jack’s is a favorite and well-known eatery among Oahu residents. Famous for […]

The recent “Aloha Poke” uproar shows that true aloha cannot be bought or sold. Let’s unpack what has become another social media culture war. And name some of the best poke places on Oahu. The Hawaii fresh fish staple has been embraced all over the world. It’s been adapted and interpreted by chefs in a […]

If you’re visiting the Hawaiian Islands here’s some helpful information and resources to keep you informed in case of a hurricane emergency. As Hurricane Lane approaches Hawaii, officials have sounded the call for preparations and vigilance from agencies, businesses, and residents and visitors. Though Hurricane Lane’s path is uncertain, it is clearly on the way […]

The Kilauea Volcano eruption in the East Rift Zone of the Puna District on the island of Hawaii dominated the news cycle here and around the world for a few days. But the news cycle moved on as inexorably as the lava flow itself. The eruption remains as spectacular and calamitous as it was on […]

The annual Perseid Meteor Shower will take place in the skies over Hawaii over the weekend. On the nights of August 11-12 and 13-14, up to 200 meteors per hour will streak across the heavens in the most anticipated meteor shower of the year. . The astronomical observatories at Mauna Kea on Hawaii Island and […]

Today we’re talking about the Hawaii State Art Museum, which recently introduced its new name: Capitol Modern. This is a great place for anyone to visit in Honolulu.  We typically recommend it if someone is looking for something free, easy, and out of the sun. But really, you should include it in your Oahu vacation […]

Hawaii’s beaches are its main visitor attraction. But to truly experience the breadth of Hawaii’s beauty, you have to also head for the hills, to be in Hawaii’s mountains. The magnetic appeal of Hawaii’s crystal-clear waters and white (and black) sand beaches draws visitors from all over the globe. On any sunny day throughout the […]

Of course you want to bring your drone with you to Hawaii. The islands’ natural beauty is an obvious location to send your favorite vessel into the sky. But before your drone takes flight, you’ll want to know the Hawaii drone laws.  Can You Bring Drones to Hawaii? Yes, you are welcome to bring your […]