Hawaii Vacation Blog

In France, it’s said that Parisians can spot American tourists a mile away, but not because of their Yankees or Red Sox ball caps or clanging accents. No, it’s the sneakers. Evidently, athletic footwear is to be worn only for athletics in the City of Light. Similarly in Hawaii, nothing screams “tourist!” more than a […]

What do you love most about dining out for breakfast? Is it the thought of not having to cook at home? Knowing you can order a creamy cappuccino? Or is it the unique dishes you can’t quite recreate yourself? For me, I love going out to breakfast because I enjoy cozy cafes, good espresso and […]

And although the banyan tree has become a common feature of Hawaii’s landscape, it is not native to the islands. Their canopies are vast, and seem to drip roots to the ground below. Kids love to swing from those roots, and to climb among nooks and crannies of intricately intertwined trunks. The now-famous Lahaina Banyan, […]

Want to see a beautiful botanical garden Hawaii offers? There are lots of great options throughout the Aloha State, and we’re sharing them today! Admiring and Learning The islands of Hawaii are notorious for lush, green, exotic beauty and it’s no wonder why so many people travel the world over to witness these tropics. You […]

But part of what makes Hawaii so unique is the way in which we’ve developed those means of bonding. Practically every adult is an “aunty” or “uncle” to a younger one, and even the nice lady at the grocery store you just met can be your “aunty”. Here are seven of the many ways people […]

Only Kilauea on Hawaii Island (or the Big Island) remains active, and continues to add new land to the island. The other four are dormant, however Mauna Loa last registered an eruption in 1984. But volcanism (the geologic kind, not the Star Trek kind) is how the world’s most isolated archipelago was formed and continues […]

Most people on vacation in Hawaii are content to let their days slip by while enjoying the simple pleasure of relaxing on the beach, or sipping tropical drinks at a poolside bar. But there is also the type of vacationer that is driven to fill every minute of every day with predetermined activities. If you […]

Everyone writes the ultimate guides for Hawaii’s land characteristics, like the ultimate guide to Hawaii’s waterfalls, beaches, hiking trails, etc. But what you rarely find is a guide to the underwater world of these tropical islands, which is just as diverse and exciting as the above-the-surface stuff. Plus, snorkeling, diving and swimming are major activities […]

If you have never traveled to Hawaii before, then it can be time consuming to try and figure out which island is best for you. Even if you are familiar with Hawaii, you may only really know one or two of the islands, and therefore miss out on what the other ones have to offer. […]

When on vacation anywhere, the quality of your stay is determined in large part by the quality of your interactions with the people you meet. It is no different here in Hawaii, and an overwhelming majority of visitors finds that Hawaii residents are quick with a smile, friendly, and kind. The best way to find […]

When the skies are clear, the vast tapestry of celestial bodies visible to the naked eye is a wonder to behold. The recent “Blood Moon” total lunar eclipse proved that amateur stargazing is hugely popular in Hawaii with news and social media teeming with images and anecdotes about the unusual phenomenon. In this post we’ll […]

The same geology that gives Hawaii its staggering natural beauty is also the natural force that gives these islands the supply of fresh water that makes life sustainable for humans and the endemic (and invasive) species that have made it home throughout history. The Honolulu Board of Water Supply offers several free, educational tours that […]