The Hawaii Vacation Blog | Insider perspective from Hawaii Locals

The Unique Personalities of the Hawaiian Islands

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….

Embrace Hawaii’s Local Culture, and Be Embraced

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….

Hawaii Stargazing Made Easy

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”…

Off the beaten path tours offered by the Board Water Supply

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…

Star of Honolulu cruise – 5-Star dining Review

Yaling and I enjoyed joining the Star of Honolulu for their 7-course French-style dining experience this week. Let me start off by saying that this…

A local Happy Hour with a View

Most bars and restaurants offer discounted drink and food selections during that special time of day when working folks want to unwind after work, bend…

Tips to follow before getting a Tattoo in Hawaii

For many, travel inspires the desire to make the experience permanent. No longer the exclusive province of sailors and convicts, or so tattoos have been…

The Honolulu Gastropub Movement

Begun in London, England back in the early nineties, it is a response to a demand for decent dining in a pub environment. It has…

4 Must-See Solo Musicians in Waikiki

[no_feature]Waikiki visitors have myriad entertainment options, and face no shortage of kitschy, charming ensembles warbling out classic Hawaiian songs or slogging through classic rock standards….

10 Must-Have Accessories for Your Hawaii Vacation

Everyone knows the obvious things to bring for their vacation to Hawaii. Things to wear like a bathing suit, walking shoes, sunglasses, maybe an oversized…