Hawaii Vacation Blog

Even before warming their toes in Hawaii’s sandy shores, visitors have most likely already warmed their hearts with the island’s beautiful voices that ring so brilliantly throughout the world. From our archipelago in the Pacific, singers like Don Ho and Braddah IZ are just a few of the performing gems that have made a global […]

The time in Hawaii is anywhere from three to six hours behind the mainland. But the time within Hawaii households? Well, that’s a whole different time zone, better known as Hawaiian Time. It’s the time of the islands that keeps everything at a mellower pace. It’s one of the funniest stereotypes people from Hawaii get […]

If the Japanese had invented pizza, then I’m guessing it’d probably be something similar to okonomiyaki (oh-KOH-no-me-YUH-key) – a pan-fried dish with a pancake-like “crust,” topped with various ingredients. Instead of tomato sauce, it’s drizzled with a savory okonomiyaki sauce. A personal pan “pizza” of okonomiyaki – stuffed with noodles, cabbage, pork and more. Okonomi […]

An actor, a comedian and a baseball player are slated to appear in Hawaii Five-0 soon. Guess which one viewers in Hawaii are most excited about? OK, maybe you need to know a little more about them. The actor is Ed Asner, a SEVEN-time Emmy winner. Asner played a TV newsroom boss in The Mary […]

Upon meeting a lady who just moved here from Florida, I asked her how she liked Hawaii so far. The pleasant version of her response might have included words like “wonderful warm weather” and “breathtaking sunsets.” But instead, I got a more depressing version: “We got ROBBED our first day here!” She went on to […]

Every year, a local social studies teacher asks his students, “What do you think the largest city in the world is?” And every year, he gets answers like, “Mexico City” or “London.” The correct answer, he tells them, can actually be found closer to home, within their home to be more precise. The largest city? […]

Hawaii’s got a very mixed bag when it comes to the types of snacks we love, thanks to the many cultures that have made the islands their home over several centuries. The colors, sounds and flavors of their mother countries traveled with them to Hawaii, becoming a part of the local culture that’s still enjoyed […]

Sometimes our view of the beautiful mountain ranges in Hawaii can get a bit hazy, particularly when volcanic fog, or vog, is in town. It’s a form of air pollution created when volcanic gases mix with oxygen and moisture and can best be seen when it’s sunny outside.Voggy weather on Oahu’s west side makes for […]

With our calm beaches and kid-friendly attractions (like the new elephant exhibit at the Honolulu Zoo!), Hawaii is the perfect family vacation getaway. Parents, however, can always use a little getaway for themselves, finding it difficult to have those much needed date nights when on vacation. Here’s some good news…Sound the trumpets…Aloha Sitters is here […]

The sweeping shots of Hawaii’s scenic beaches and mountains are a staple of the television programs filmed in HAwaii. But often it is a small detail that makes the setting seem authentic — like what to drink with a plate lunch.Bottom’s up! Coconut water’s popular all over Hawaii. Coconut water is not exclusive to Hawaii, […]

It’s the oh-so famous Brazilian berry that packs a punch as a modern-day superfood. Acai (ah-sigh-EE) is known for the dark purple colors it leaves on your tongue and teeth, and of course, the just as colorful health benefits for your body. Loaded with antioxidants and fibers, the tiny berry-like fruit may help with weight […]

It doesn’t snow in Hawaii. It “snowbamas.” And with it being that time of year again, Christmas in the islands gets decorated with Secret Service agents, street barricades and the U.S. coast guard. It means the Obamas have started their Annual Hawaiian Christmas Getaway. Well, almost started, that is. Obama after some much needed time […]