Every time I stop for shave ice in Hawaii (or, more accurately, stop so my kids can get a shave ice), I wonder “where did this stuff come from?” After all, it could be called the most popular snack in the islands. Elsewhere on the mainland, you’ll find shave ice for sure (or snow cones […]
Read More→Should you be concerned about flesh eating bacteria in Hawaii? Vibrio vulnificus is a rare bacteria found in Ala Wai Canal, a Honolulu waterway you don’t want to swim in. But there are other forms of bacteria lurking in Hawaii’s water. Here’s where you don’t want to swim, and how to protect yourself from illness. […]
Read More→How would you like to turn your visit to Hawaii into a way to help the environment?! How about the opportunity to leave Hawaii a little better than you found it? Well, if you’re environmentally-minded, you have the chance to leave your mark on Maui, thanks to a program called Volunteering on Vacation by the […]
Read More→Did you know Hawaii is about to explode on the chocolate scene? I didn’t either — until I took a factory tour at Chocolate Factory! It all started with a busy Mom (me) trying to find things to do with her children over holiday break. So, when a discounted chocolate factory tour popped-up in my research, […]
Read More→There are lots of reasons Secret Hawaii Tours keeps it small. Among them? Our guests deserve a more intimate and personalized experience than the typical big Hawaii bus tour. But, now there’s another reason you may want to avoid cramming into a big bus while on vacation in Hawaii — many communities are outlawing them. […]
Read More→When I first moved to Hawaii, I thought all Hawaii coffee came from Kona on the Big Island. But, turns out, I was wrong — REALLY wrong! There’s actually a coffee plantation on Oahu, Kauai, and Maui. Some offer tours, while others are a great chance to taste truly fresh coffee. Here’s a look at […]
Read More→During my last trip to Kauai, we took an “off-ramp” we hadn’t taken before but had always wanted to explore — the small road to Hanapepe Town. I was originally intrigued by the town when I saw its slogan, “Hawaii’s Biggest Little Town.” What could that possibly mean!? Well, one stroll through the town, and […]
Read More→Every time I drive the Highway toward , I glance at the sign that reads, “Queen Emma Summer Palace.” But, until now, something’s always stopped me from turning into the property. This time, though, I made the effort to visit this charming Victorian Era home (maybe because the venue offered free admission that day), and […]
Read More→One of the many reasons I love Kauai is because I always discover a new and exciting place to explore no matter how many times I’ve been there! And, my recent trip to the Garden Isle was no different. Except THIS time, I got to discover a hidden cave system on Kauai that’s DEFINITELY off-the-beaten-path. […]
Read More→OK — so, you only have a limited time on Kauai, and you’re wondering what activities to book. Should we go horseback riding in Poipu or kayaking on the Wailua River? Should we relax at Salt Pond State Park or rent a 4 X 4 and go exploring? I get it — there are so many things […]
Read More→Have you ever wondered: When do sharks know humans are in the water? How do they sense their prey? How small is the smallest Hawaii shark? Anytime you jump in the ocean surrounding Hawaii, you’re sharing the water with sharks. So, it’s important you know as much about them as possible. Here are 12 Hawaii […]
Read More→As he usually does every Christmas holiday, President Obama chose to come back to his roots here in Hawaii. I always love to hear about where he goes — what kinds of things can impress the President?! This year, President Obama chose to visit one of my favorite places, Shangri La, Center for Islamic Arts and […]
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