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Singing Songs of Surfing

We already taught you the basics of surfing, which means now we can jump right in to the history of it. No one knows for…

What the Pho!?

In Hawaii, we are blessed with warm sunny weather year round. When some places in the world are three feet under snow, we’re slathering on…

Manoa’s Hidden Gem: Lyon Arboretum

Our visit to the Lyon Arboretum and Botanical Garden this weekend got off to a startling start when a big black creature jumped across our…

Blossoms and Balance

On this day in particular, the sweet fragrance of flowers will be especially apparent to your senses, with bouquets as one of the most popular…

See Honolulu from Atop Waahlia Ridge

When reaching the serene state park on Waahila Ridge, cool, refreshing air instantly let’s you know that you’ve made it to the top of St….

Bruce Fisher: Making The Hawaii Connection

Bruce Fisher spends his days telling visitors about Hawaii, but his own first impressions are somewhat hazy. His first visit was when he moved here…

Strawberry Guava: The Sweet Invader

If you happen to go for a hike while visiting Hawaii, chances are you will come across a strawberry guava (psidium cattleianum) tree. Its bright…

Navigating Hawaii: Windward, Leeward, Mauka, Makai

One of the most unique aspects of Hawaii has got to be its microclimates. One side of the island may be raining buckets while at…

There’s an App for That: Pidgin 101

Ho, brah! Why you when make ladat for? You stey making anykine. Make mo’ humbug fo’ me! Ah, lose money ladat. I tell you, das…

Hawaii Through Ha‘a Keaulana’s Eyes

Some of Oahu’s most pristine shorelines and vast mountain ranges exist on the west side of the island. In fact, the Waianae Mountains hosts Oahu’s…

Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii Rich with History

The Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii (JCCH) is one of those hidden gems we often overlook; not because it’s a small hole-in-the-wall but because it’s…

Year of the Dragon in Hawaii

Kung Hei Fat Choy! This week many people around the world will be celebrating the Chinese New Year, and Hawaii is definitely included in the…