Hawaii Vacation Blog

The other day, I was with my family at the tide pools near Sandy Beach during a particularly rough afternoon, only to notice a couple determined to jump-off the rocks into the frothing water below. Frankly, I couldn’t believe my eyes. So much so, that I began to yell at them, “DON’T JUMP!” Long story […]

Hawaii has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, but what is the best beach in Hawaii?  Everyone has different things they look for in a favorite beach. After all, big-wave surfers probably won’t be searching for the same spots as families with small children. But still, Hawaii has several crowdpleasers – places […]

When someone is looking for a spacious, family-friendly beach on Kauai, we always send them straight to Salt Pond Beach. This sunny spot has a little something for everyone, including great swimming, amazing scenery, and a fun atmosphere.  Let’s head out to Salt Pond Beach and discover why it’s one of our favorite places on […]

Did you know that Russia had a vested interest in acquiring Hawaii in the early 19th century? In fact, there are more than a few folks today who will say that Russia almost “took” Hawaii before America eventually claimed the islands as a U.S. Territory. Need proof? Just go to Kauai. In , you’ll find an […]

Discover the beauty of Hawaiian tide pools – but only when the ocean is calm and conditions are perfect! Used to be, I thought we only had two options when it came to swimming in Hawaii: Head to the pool or head to the beach. Not so! There’s actually an in-between option: Hawaii’s magical tide […]

OK–show of hands: Who out there loves to snorkel in Hawaii? (I’m assuming all hands went up) Next question: Who out there loves to snorkel in Hawaii BUT hates those uncomfortable mouthpieces? (I’m thinking a lot of hands went up again) It seems some ingenious entrepreneur in Hawaii has found a way to incorporate the […]

It’s hurricane season in Hawaii, and the 2016 season is in full-swing. In fact, currently, we’re watching Tropical Storm Darby, as it approaches Hawaii Island and Maui County. “A direct impact on the Big Island and Maui is a distinct possibility this weekend,” forecasters at the Central Pacific Hurricane Center told the Honolulu Star Advertiser. […]

Depending when you plan your vacation, you may worry about Hawaii hurricanes. The islands are a potential target for these menacing storms, especially from June through November.  So, it’s important you know a bit about past hurricanes in Hawaii, the factors that contribute to hurricane formation, and how to track potential storms.  All About Hawaii […]

Maybe you’re traveling to Hawaii with small children and need to find beaches that provide safe swimming. Or perhaps you’re not a strong swimmer yourself and prefer calm conditions in which to enjoy the ocean. Whatever your reason, finding the right beach can be the difference between enjoying a peaceful day frolicking in the ocean and […]

Even though Hawaii typically glistens with bright sunshine, we’re also famous for our lush, green valleys. And, to get those lush, green valleys, we need rain. A lot of it. Though we don’t see too many rainy stretches in the resort areas of Oahu, it’s still good to have a plan just in case. That’s […]

We’ve all heard of the parking nightmares that are part of daily life in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York. But, in Honolulu? Yep, sometimes I have to remember we live on an island, and there’s only so much space available (plus, Honolulu is the 12th largest city in the U.S.). Add to that […]

Remember when Zika was the big virus dominating the headlines? Though other illnesses have since dominated the news circuit, Zika is still a threat and a problem in certain regions of the world. But what about your vacation to Hawaii? Our tropical environment and prevalent mosquito populations make many visitors and residents fear a Hawaii […]