The Hawaii Vacation Blog | Insider perspective from Hawaii Locals

There’s a Glass Beach in Hawaii that You’ve Got to See to Believe

Discover a glistening and intriguing sea glass beach in Hawaii. Have you ever seen sea glass before? It’s pieces of glass that have been broken…

Oahu vacation pro tips for visitors

Oahu visitor arrivals are just a couple of ticks down from what they were in 2019, nudging back up to nearly 30,000 souls every day….

Walking in Waikiki – a (sort of) love letter

I’ve had an unofficial policy of avoiding Waikiki unless I’m being paid to be there since before the pandemic. I’ve had an official policy of…

Hawaiian pizza – what is it?

“Do you like Hawaiian pizza?” I was at a famous Waikiki Beach restaurant on assignment recently, Duke’s Waikiki, and the question would later send me…

Hawaiian music: start with Gabby Pahinui, Pops

A confluence of factors, algorithms, and introspection among them, compel me to write a blog about Hawaiian music. It’s a fool’s errand. Books have been…

The Hawaiian Monk Seal

The Hawaiian Monk seal holds a unique significance in Hawaii. To begin with, it is one of only two native species found exclusively in Hawaii,…

Do you need a passport to go to Hawaii?

You’re in good company if you’re wondering whether you require a passport to visit Hawaii. This question frequently arises because Hawaii has a unique cultural…

Hawaii’s tropical drinks – part of paradise

If you coming to the islands chances are you’re going to want a cocktail so here are some ideas for Hawaii’s tropical drinks. There are…

Is ‘Chinaman’s Hat’ on Oahu a Culturally Insensitive Name?

If you’re coming to the Island of Oahu, you will likely be heading to the island’s Windward side. This part of the island includes, among…

Hawaii’s hidden gems – wineries and distilleries

There are countless iconic attractions for visitors to Hawaii. From Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head to Waimea Canyon Kauai to Kilauea Volcano on Hawaii Island…

Maui Ocean Center – Hawaiian Culture & Plant Tour

While Maui Ocean Center showcases marine life and fish, a tour offered by the family embraces Hawaiian culture and plants. Visitors to the Maui Ocean…