Honolulu City Lights Turn On
The annual Honolulu City Lights Parade took place over the weekend, with thousands of residents and visitors making the trek from River Street in Chinatown….
Gone Fishin’ in Hawaii
It probably comes as no surprise that Hawaii is a paradise for fishing enthusiasts. The clean, clear and warm waters and countless miles of coastline…
What’s the Deal With All These Hawaii Chickens?
Hawaii chickens are a part of everyday life here. They wander our streets freely, wake us up with early calls, and often back up traffic…
Honolulu Marathon Tips (for non-entrants)
One of the hallmarks of the holiday season in Honolulu is the annual Honolulu Marathon. Taking place on the second Sunday of December each year…
Go Ride! Hawaii’s Skateparks for Kids
It can be a bit of a challenge when vacationing with kids to find activities to keep young minds and bodies occupied with activities that…
Upscale in Kapolei? At Plantation Tavern, you bet.
Oahu’s Ewa Plain isn’t necessarily the first place residents think of when it comes to upscale dining. It’s a land sprawling with tract homes and…
Sighting Endangered Species in Hawaii
There is a handful of animal species native to Hawaii and Hawaii waters that residents take particular delight in spotting. Sadly, part of the reason…
Makahiki, Hawaii’s Holidays
Like many indigenous cultures the world over, native Hawaiians celebrate the harvest season. And like those other indigenous cultures, the Hawaiian makahiki is meant to…
What’s Halloween in like in Hawaii?
When I was growing up, Halloween was one of my favorite holidays. I would be excited about it for weeks in advance, thinking about roaming…
10 Ways to get around on Oahu
Depending on how adventurous you want to be during your vacation to Hawaii, the island of Oahu offers tons of transportation options to get you…
Top Free Tours on Oahu
The best things in life are free, right? Especially when your vacation destination is a tropical group of islands where the sun shines year round…
What’s the Best Hawaii Souvenir? Our Top 5 Picks
You’re already thinking about your Hawaii souvenir, but choosing what to bring home can be tough. Today we’re recommending some top souvenirs and helping you…