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Kapaa, One of the Nation’s Prettiest Towns

It had been a while since I have visited Kapaa, so on a recent trip to Kauai, I made it a point to stop by…

Delicious Kauai Pie at The Right Slice

Looking for the best Kauai pie? Check out The Right Slice, which serves up slices of tropical goodness to customers from near and far.  Kauai…

Watch Out for Fireworm in Hawaii

Fireworms are the centipedes of the sea.  And with that said, it’s best to avoid the little ocean critters as much as possible. Simply touching…

Lovin’ Lu Lu’s Waikiki

There are three things I really like about Lu Lu’s Waikiki. 1- You can walk in with sand on your feet and salt in your…

More Than A Cup of Joe at Mocha Java

Mocha Java Cafe is one of many places to get some grub in the Kakaako area near Ward Theatres. Despite the name, the small eatery…

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Koko Crater Lives a Storied Past

While most know Koko Head Crater for its grueling uphill climb, the cinder cone volcano actually holds an important place in Oahu’s history and geography….

How Hawaiian Hurricanes Got a Cultural Makeover

Hawaiian storm names represent a unique intersection of culture, science, and tradition. They’re a reminder of the importance of preserving language and heritage, even in the face of something as unpredictable and powerful as a hurricane.

Kanemitsu Bakery is Back in Business

The Molokai bakery famous for “hot bread” has since cleaned up its act and is back at it again, selling fresh-baked breads to swarms of…

Hawaiian Storm Names

Hawaiian storm names represent a unique intersection of culture, science, and tradition. They’re a reminder of the importance of preserving language and heritage, even in the face of something as unpredictable and powerful as a hurricane.

Invasive Seaweed Taking Over Kaneohe Bay

It simply doesn’t get more beautiful than this. Kaneohe Bay is a pristine bay on the windward side of Oahu. Many people enjoy fishing and…

Spotting Fish at Lawai Bay

While this rock might not look like much, it actually has a very storied past not known by many. Pu‘u Kilo Ia sits on the…

Stroll Through Kauai’s Banana Patch Studio

Banana Patch Studio goes above and beyond any other art store I’ve been to. As an art gallery, shopping venue and creative working studio, the…