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Atlantis Resort in Hawaii CONFIRMED and Coming To Ko Olina

Back in January, there was speculation that Atlantis Resorts, known for its extravagant ocean-themed resorts, would develop its first U.S. project in on Oahu. Now, the…

How Long To Get Where? Hawaii Travel Times on Neighbor Islands

Travel times are tricky in Hawaii. You may imagine a route from Point A to Point B and say, “Hey, our destination is only 5…

How Long To Get Where? Travel Time in Oahu

Travel time in Oahu will be a big part of your vacation. When I have visitors come stay with me, one of the first questions…

Where’s the Sunshine? The Best Places To Stay in Hawaii for Dry Weather

As I look outside my window, all I can see is rain as far as the eye can see (and I live on a ridge,…

What’s the Safest Ocean Activity? Hawaii Ocean Safety by the Numbers

What’s safer, swimming or snorkeling? Who’s most likely to drown in Hawaii, residents or non-residents? How many people have water accidents in Hawaii every year?…

Mars Exploration on Mauna Kea in Hawaii?

How would you feel if someone asked you to spend an entire year on top of in Hawaii? In a dome? With people you didn’t…

Where Are the Riskiest Beaches in Hawaii?

If you’re in Hawaii for any extended length of time, you may start to notice something in the news: Reports about drownings, near drownings, and…

Bring the Kids – Bring On the Fun! Top 5 Reasons to Visit the Discovery Center in Honolulu

Heads up, parents! Visiting Hawaii with small children can be a magical and fun-filled experience, but (in my experience anyway), little ones can take only…

Is a Zip Line Adventure in Hawaii Right for You?

I’ve always had what I like to call a “healthy” fear of heights — I don’t experience full-blown panic attacks when faced with a cliff, tall…

Vog in Hawaii Got You Down? A New Website Can Help!

If you have asthma or any type of respiratory condition, you may have been postponing your trip to Hawaii because of the infamous “vog.” Vog…

Looking for Made in Hawaii Products? You’ve Hit the Jackpot!

When you announced you’re coming to Hawaii, did you get the “evil-eye” from jealous loved-ones left behind? It’s not that uncommon! After all, you’re getting…