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Top 5 Must-Do Events at the Honolulu Zoo in Hawaii

Naturally, it’s rare that a visitor will come to Hawaii with the sole purpose of visiting the Honolulu Zoo in Hawaii (after all, the islands have…

Why Does Hawaii Celebrate Prince Kuhio Day?

Prince Kuhio Day is a state holiday in Hawaii, but do you know why this person is so important and why the holiday exists? Let’s…

Kakimochi and Other “Weird” Snacks in Hawaii: Explained!

Have you seen bags of Kakimochi at the grocery store in Hawaii – or even at the movie theaters? We’ve got lots of fun info…

Connect with the Past Through Moon Walks in Hawaii

If there’s one place in Hawaii that has managed to retain the look and feel of ancient Hawaii, it’s Valley on the North Shore of…

Don’t Visit Haleakala on Maui WITHOUT This Checklist

Our dear friends who have survived the Cleveland, Ohio weather for fifteen years encountered quite a surprise during their visit to Haleakala — they actually…

Swoosh! Our Top 5 Hawaii Resorts with Water Slides

If you’re traveling to Hawaii with children, or if you’re just a kid-at-heart, you’ll want to make sure you stay at one of the Hawaii…

Not Your Usual ABC Store – A New Waikiki Eatery and Market

If you’ve been to Waikiki before — or seen pictures of the famed district — you’ve probably seen signs for ABC Stores, famous for their “catch-all” inventory,…

What to Wear in Hawaii: What Attire Wear WHERE!

When my husband and I worked in television news on the mainland, it was suits all the way. But, as soon as we landed jobs…

Cycle Away! Hawaii Visitors Who Bike Will Soon Get a Boost

Hawaii visitors who want to cycle around Honolulu will soon be able to “hop-on and hop-off” at their leisure! Starting this summer, Honolulu will join…

Winter Wonderland! How To Enjoy Mauna Kea Snow

Did you know that more snow has fallen atop this year than in Chicago? Just recently, more than 8 inches of snow fell atop Hawaii’s…

Green Flash Hawaii: How to See It For Yourself

If you’re fortunate enough to experience a beautiful sunset in Hawaii, consider yourself already one of the lucky ones! But, if you have the opportunity…

The Pools of Oheo on Maui – What To Know Before You Go

My last trip to the pools of Oheo on Maui was more than 15 years ago, but not a week goes by when I don’t…