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…
Jason Poole: The Accidental Hawaiian Crooner
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…
You Get Da Time? I Get Hawaiian Time.
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…
Shane Victorino Makes a Hawaii Five-0 Appearance
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…
Hawaii Food: Okonomiyaki
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,”…
Don’t Be a Statistic. Be Safe in Hawaii
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…
Diving Deeper into the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands
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…
Hawaii Food: Arare
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…
Volcanic Fog Equals VOG
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…
Hotel Sitters Help Parents Get Hawaii Date Nights
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,…